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Hello Tift County! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: State loans for water upgrades, Jackson’s Soul Food Kitchen’s 80-year legacy, and the St. Patty 5K & Fun Run + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

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📰 In the news

State loans boost local utilities: GEFA awarded $39.3 million to 12 communities, including Albany, for water and sewer upgrades, with Albany targeting lead line replacements and Moultrie and Nashville projects supporting growth — see loan terms and uses.

Where patience meets flavor: Jackson’s Soul Food Kitchen in Sylvester has served fried chicken, collard greens, and generous plates for nearly 80 years, with five menu choices and a relaxed, nostalgic vibe — read the full story.

From record-setter to rising talents: UGA great Aaron Murray will speak at the Colquitt County FCA banquet on March 19 at Heritage Church in Moultrie, plus updates on Ty French and other local college standouts — see event details and updates.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Hands-on tallow workshop with Hannah
• Discover how native plants support wildlife
• Ride to support injured detectives
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home

💎 Local business spotlight

Pie cravings, solved: Mi-Lady Bakery keeps Tifton sugar-dusted with truly scratch-made, old-fashioned pies and other classics, baked fresh daily. When the midweek dessert mood strikes, there’s something flaky, buttery, and unapologetically Southern at Mi-Lady Bakery. You’ve earned it.

Fresh stems, no drama: Between birthdays, last‑minute thank‑yous, or just because, Tifton City Florist keeps gifting simple and stylish, with seasonal arrangements, plants, and custom designs that feel personal. Expect standout blooms, thoughtful details, and easygoing vibes that brighten days without the fuss.

Climb vibes, no ropes: Craving bouldering energy without belay drama? Tift Gymnastics Academy brings Tifton Ninja to life, an obstacle-course playground with swings, walls, and balance challenges that strengthen grips and burn off wiggles. It’s easy, local, and perfect for a midweek energy burn.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

🫶 We got your back

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Check out my favorite online options →

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🐉 Teen Dungeons & Dragons @ Moultrie-Colquitt County Library | Wednesday (3/11) at 4:00 PM – Got a teen who’d rather battle goblins than group texts? The Moultrie-Colquitt County Library hosts a laid-back Dungeons and Dragons hangout for ages 12 to 17, beginners welcome, all supplies provided, and it might earn you a night off, or the living room back.

👶 Toddler Time Friday @ The Arts Center of Moultrie | Friday (3/13) at 9:30 AM – Bring your tiny human to Toddler Time every Friday for arts, music, stories, and supervised chaos. Rotates weekly: Art with Mrs. Alexa, Music with Kota, the Library at the arts center, Staff Read Aloud. You get conversation, they burn wiggles.

⭐ Preschool Stars @ Moultrie-Colquitt County Library | Friday (3/13) at 10:30 AM – Preschool STARS is storytime that actually delivers, for kids 3-5 and their grown-ups. Expect a letter of the day, themed books and songs, and a craft or activity, then optional playtime. Since most of that brain is built by five, call it quality control.

🍀 St. Patty 5K & Fun Run @ Colquitt Regional Medical Center (Moultrie) | Saturday (3/14) at 8:15 AM – Moultrie’s St. Patty 5K and Fun Run starts on 32nd by the Kate Jeter Serenity Garden, with face painting and a prize for best costume. Register by March 2 to guarantee the t-shirt, call it your pre-corned-beef cardio, and sign up at runsignup.com/Race/GA/Moultrie/StPattyK.

📅 Second Saturday in March @ Downtown Moultrie | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Downtown Moultrie is turning Second Saturday in March into a day of free Easter egg hunts, thousands of eggs, sidewalk sales, and easy eats from restaurants and food trucks. Bring the kids, or your inner child, and try to spot Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny.

🍀 Lucky Scoops Bingo @ Canela (Moultrie) | Tuesday (3/17) at 4:30 AM – St. Patrick’s Day in Downtown Moultrie means bingo at Canela, free to play, with sweet treats and prizes that don’t require a rainbow. Wear green for a discount, bring that lucky charm, and get there early, seats disappear faster than soft serve.

🎲 Bingo! @ Moultrie-Colquitt County Library System | Tuesday (3/17) at 6:00 PM – Get five in a row, yell BINGO, and strut up to claim a prize. It’s low-stakes, high-satisfaction fun, with daubers, side-eye, and just enough suspense to make your heart do a polite jog. Neighbors included.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Tift County report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 88°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 2%

Patchy fog between 8am and 10am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: A chance of rain showers after 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

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Tomorrow – High: 71°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 87%

A chance of rain showers before 8am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. High near 71, with temperatures falling to around 65 in the afternoon. West wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Later: A chance of rain showers before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 46. North northeast wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

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