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It’s Friday, Valdosta! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Don Julio’s ribbon cutting, an Elvis fundraiser, and someone googled you this week + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Chamber celebrates passionate chefs: Don Julio’s Bar & Grill marked the opening of its fourth location in Valdosta with a ribbon cutting, featuring a vibrant cantina vibe and standout performances for guests — read the full story.
Legacy rooted in stewardship: Valdosta State University marked Georgia Arbor Day by honoring late professor Dr. Linda Most, planting a Red Buckeye outside Odum Library and celebrating its 14th Tree Campus designation — read the full story.
From adversity to leadership: Wiregrass Georgia Technical College celebrates Bill Slaughter, a GED graduate whose hardship shaped a life of service, now Lowndes County commission chairman and on the Wiregrass Tech Foundation South board — read his inspiring journey.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🏠 VSU Interior Design Program Career Day @ Valdosta State University | Friday (3/6) at 11:00 AM – Nothing beats talking shop with the next wave of interior designers. VSU Career Day pairs pros with students sharing portfolios, hunting internships, and asking smart questions, so you flex mentor muscles and they get insight. RSVP for parking, bring materials if you want a table.
🚪 Door Hanger Workshop @ Cottonwood Market & Boutique | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Whether the front door’s rocking last season’s wreath or you want an easy craft night, paint a door hanger with Ashlie. No experience needed, she’ll guide every step. Reservations required and non-refundable, but you can switch to a take-home kit or have Ashlie paint it.
🙏 Free Christian Counseling @ Pillar Reformed Church | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Could use a reset, or just someone who actually listens? Free Christian counseling offers morning one-hour slots for everything from marriage and grief to anxiety, addiction, and more, and it costs zero dollars. Grab a spot via the form at https://forms.gle/jCHbNFdsQKR827Q56, or email [email protected].
🥚 Sugared Egg Culinary Class – Youth @ Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Sugared egg magic is happening, with kids turning hollow sugar shells into tiny spring scenes you’ll actually want to keep, or gift for Easter. Ages 8-12, all supplies included, taught by Katharine Courson, and yes, members save. Register at https://turnercenter.org/sugared-egg-class-youth-booking-form.
🎉 113th Founders Day Celebration @ Turner Center for the Arts | Saturday (3/7) at 6:00 PM – 113 years strong, and the Valdosta Deltas know how to do a proper Founders Day. Think elegant dinner, formal attire, and the kind of fellowship that reminds you why you stayed in this town, and hurry, because tickets disappear faster than good parking on Patterson.
🎤 Elvis @ Valdosta Performing Arts Center | Saturday (3/7) at 6:30 PM – Whether you still spin Elvis on vinyl or sing along in the car, the King hits the PAC for a fundraiser supporting ACTO caregivers with Austin Irby, hometown ventriloquist Cole Tucker, and plenty of nostalgia. Advance tickets 25, door 30, details on ACTO Valdosta Facebook.
💃 Latin Dance Night Social @ Whiskey River Bar & Grill | Sunday (3/8) at 7:00 PM – Whiskey River is trading two-step for two hips as Valdosta goes full salsa, bachata, and merengue. Grab the beginner lesson for five bucks, then stick around for a free social, no partner needed. Wear comfy shoes, bring your best smile, and call it cardio.
Live music & entertainment:
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Valdosta report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 86°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 27%
Patchy fog before 8am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 4pm and 5pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 86, with temperatures falling to around 83 in the afternoon. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southeast wind around 0 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 86°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 10%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 61.
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