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May 25, 2011
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myfoxatlanta.com
Valdosta High to Stream Graduation Live
VALDOSTA, Ga. (AP) - Valdosta High School is planning to stream its graduation ceremony online. The south Georgia school will stream the Friday ceremony live so that out-of-town family members — especially those in the military...
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May 25, 2011
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ajc.com
Air Force airman collapses on running trail, dies
By Associated Press For the AJC VALDOSTA, Ga. — Authorities say an airman at Moody Air Force Base in south Georgia collapsed on a running trail during physical fitness training and died. The Valdosta Daily Times reports that...
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May 23, 2011
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macon.com
George W. Bush Air Park dedicated in south Georgia
VALDOSTA, Ga. -- A new park named in honor of former president George W. Bush has been opened at Moody Air Force Base in south Georgia. The Valdosta Daily Times reports that a large crowd turned out for the recent dedication of...
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May 23, 2011
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ajc.com
Redistricting hearings continue in South Georgia
The Joint House and Senate Legislative and Congressional Reapportionment Committee will meet Monday at Albany State University and Tuesday at Wiregress Georgia Technical College in Valdosta. Both meetings will take place from 5...
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May 23, 2011
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rutlandherald.com
Johnny K. Ellis
Johnny K. Ellis GUILDERLAND, N.Y. — Johnny K. Ellis, 51, died unexpectedly Friday, May 20th, 2011, doing what he loved best, riding his Harley. His lifelong philosophy was to “Ride Hard and Die Free.” Born in Valdosta, Ga.,...
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May 22, 2011
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allvoices.com
Local golf notes: Cason Hammock trails by four shots at Georgia Mid-Amateur Championship
Hammock shot a second straight 1-under 71 Saturday in the 30th annual Georgia Mid-Amateur Championship at Kinderlou Forest in Valdosta, Ga. Hammock is second, four shots behind Mark Strickland of Woodstock, who shot a 68 and is...
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May 19, 2011
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prweb.com
Summer Heats up at Wild Adventures
Park opens daily, includes new entertainment, family concerts and new water slides Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia opens two giant family water slides in Splash Island Water Park for the 2011 season - Hakini...
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May 13, 2011
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ledger-enquirer.com
Alligator wanders into Valdosta subdivision
VALDOSTA, Ga. -- Residents in a Valdosta subdivision say they were startled when an alligator showed up in their neighborhood. The Valdosta Daily Times reports that James Harvey spotted the gator in his backyard in the...
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May 13, 2011
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macon.com
Valdosta residents to restore home after fire
VALDOSTA, Ga. -- The Valdosta Heritage Foundation has decided to try and restore a historic south Georgia home which was destroyed by fire in January. The Valdosta Daily Times reports that the Roberts House - described as the...
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May 9, 2011
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fortmilltimes.com
Heritage Financial Group, Inc. Reports First Quarter Net Income of $1.2 Million or $0.15 Per...
Heritage Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HBOS), the holding company for HeritageBank of the South, today announced higher earnings for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, compared with the year-earlier quarter.
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May 9, 2011
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yahoo.com
Heritage Financial Group, Inc. Reports First Quarter Net Income of $1.2 Million or $0.15 Per...
Business Wire] - Heritage Financial Group, Inc. , the holding company for HeritageBank of the South, today announced higher earnings for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, compared with the year-earlier quarter.
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May 3, 2011
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prweb.com
15th Anniversary Celebration Continues
Free Reserved Concert Seats and Free Souvenir Coke Refills This season, Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia celebrates its 15 anniversary with special events and offers for guests scheduled throughout the season....
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May 3, 2011
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rvparkreviews.com
RVParkReviews.com - "River Park RV Park" in Valdosta, Georgia - was rated: 7
Over-rated and over-priced in our opinion. Not a bad spot for a short stay, but sites are not level and it exceeds our ability to level the coach. There are no discounts of any kind and for what is offered, other than...
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May 2, 2011
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indiatimes.com
Potter beats Goggin in South Georgia Classic
VALDOSTA (Georgia): Monday qualifier Ted Potter Jr. won the South Georgia Classic on Sunday for his first Nationwide Tour title, closing with a 4-under 68 for a three-stroke victory over Mathew Goggin. Potter, the first Monday...
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May 1, 2011
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yahoo.com
Mills, Potter share lead after third round (PGATOUR.com)
By Adam Wallace, Nationwide Tour Staff 1 hour, 4 minutes ago VALDOSTA, Ga.—Canadian Jon Mills and Monday qualifier Ted Potter, Jr. are locked at 12-under 204 after the third round of the South Georgia Classic presented by First...
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Apr 30, 2011
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examiner.com
New bank closings in Florida, Michigan, and Georgia bring total for 2011 to 39
Five new bank closings in Florida, Michigan, and Georgia took place on Friday, April 29th, bringing the total number of bank failures in 2011 to 39 institutions.4/29/2011 *** FL *** Winter Park *** First National Bank of...
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Apr 30, 2011
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yahoo.com
Mills out to midway lead at South Georgia Classic (PGATOUR.com)
By Adam Wallace, Nationwide Tour Staff 12 minutes ago VALDOSTA, Ga.—The second round of the South Georgia Classic presented by First State Bank & Trust Co., the fifth stop on the 2011 Nationwide Tour schedule, is officially in...
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Apr 30, 2011
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wn.com
Posey Thrives as Dangerous Hitter; Her Brother Plays, Too
VALDOSTA, Ga. — The last time Samantha Posey spoke with her brother Buster, he lamented that in every interview lately, he had been asked about her. It made her laugh. Keep up with the latest news on The Times's baseball blog....
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Apr 30, 2011
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breitbart.com
Casinos see opening for legalization - and a competitive edge after online poker indictments
Atlanta News.Net Friday 29th April, 2011 (Source: < 0.25){ //Update user reg cookies setLoginCookies(true); } } } else { jQuery("#regIfnoLoggedOut").css("display", "inline"); } } }); ... Read the full story at Bank of the...
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Apr 30, 2011
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australianherald.com
Smoltz struggles in Nationwide Tour debut, shooting 84 in South Georgia Classic
Australian Herald Saturday 30th April, 2011 (Source: StarTribune ) VALDOSTA, Ga. - John Smoltz had a lot tougher time on the golf course than he did on the mound. The former Atlanta Braves pitcher struggled in his debut on the...
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Apr 29, 2011
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13wmaz.com
Thompson leads suspended South Georgia Classic
Valdosta, GA (Sports Network) - Nicholas Thompson is five-under par through 11 holes Thursday, but that's enough for the lead during the suspended first round of the South Georgia Classic. Kyle Thompson, Jonas Blixt, Mathew...
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Apr 28, 2011
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wn.com
Challenging 'the Beast Within'
VALDOSTA, Ga. — He has practiced with Atlanta’s W.N.B.A. team, and this week John Smoltz, the retired pitcher, will make his first start in a PGA Tour co-sanctioned event. Keep up with the latest news on The Times's baseball...
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Apr 27, 2011
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ledger-enquirer.com
Interim president named at Valdosta State U
VALDOSTA, Ga. -- A longtime Valdosta State University administrator has been named interim president of the south Georgia school. University System of Georgia officials announced Wednesday that Louis H. Levy will take over July...
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Apr 27, 2011
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finanznachrichten.de
KBR Building Group to Construct Health Science and College of Business Administration Building on...
KBR (NYSE:KBR) announced that its Building Group has been selected to provide preconstruction services for Valdosta State University''s (VSU) new $32 million Health Science and College of Business Administration building on the...
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Apr 25, 2011
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finance.yahoo.com
Southwest Georgia Financial Corporation Reports Results for First Quarter of 2011
Southwest Georgia Financial Corporation , a full-service community bank holding company, today reported net income of $375 thousand, or $0.15 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2011, down $32 thousand from net income...
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Apr 24, 2011
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tmcnet.com
Staying connected [The Valdosta Daily Times, Ga.]
Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) April 24--VALDOSTA -- From accountants to funeral directors, smartphones are becoming a popular tool among local business owners and workers who want or need to stay connected while away from the...
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Apr 24, 2011
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americanconsumernews.com
Southern Humor, Southern Tragedy: Tales of a Southern Palazzo Published by Outskirts Press
Valdosta, GA, April 24, 2011 –(PR.com)– Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Tales of a Southern Palazzo: A Memoir by John Clark McCall, Jr. The author’s most recent book to date is a 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the family and...
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Apr 23, 2011
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wn.com
St. Paul Larry
One body steering two wheels powered by one engine shouldn’t really be able to go 255 miles...Dwight DrumMotorsports ExaminerApril 20, 2011 FYI WIRZ: Hogan blisters record at NHRA track with 255 mph motorcycle run Dwight...
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Apr 22, 2011
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cbsnews.com
Ga. man attempts suicide, note leads to bones
John H. Chambers Jr. (Credit: Clayton County Sheriff Dept.) (CBS/AP) VALDOSTA, Ga. - Authorities say a bloody scene inside a suburban Atlanta apartment - where blood was used to write on a wall and a separate suicide note was...
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Apr 22, 2011
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americanconsumernews.com
New Store Offers Name Brands on Women’s Apparel
New Store Offers Name Brands on Women’s Apparel Bet Paul Enterprises brings one-of-a-kind deals on high quality clothes to customers via the Internet. Valdosta, GA (PRWEB) April 22, 2011 When it comes to women’s apparel, it can...
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May 25, 2011 | myfoxatlanta.com
Valdosta High to Stream Graduation Live
VALDOSTA, Ga. (AP) - Valdosta High School is planning to stream its graduation ceremony online. The south Georgia school will stream the Friday ceremony live so that out-of-town family members — especially those in the military... Read more...
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May 25, 2011 | ajc.com
Air Force airman collapses on running trail, dies
By Associated Press For the AJC VALDOSTA, Ga. — Authorities say an airman at Moody Air Force Base in south Georgia collapsed on a running trail during physical fitness training and died. The Valdosta Daily Times reports that... Read more...
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May 23, 2011 | macon.com
George W. Bush Air Park dedicated in south Georgia
VALDOSTA, Ga. -- A new park named in honor of former president George W. Bush has been opened at Moody Air Force Base in south Georgia. The Valdosta Daily Times reports that a large crowd turned out for the recent dedication of... Read more...
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May 23, 2011 | ajc.com
Redistricting hearings continue in South Georgia
The Joint House and Senate Legislative and Congressional Reapportionment Committee will meet Monday at Albany State University and Tuesday at Wiregress Georgia Technical College in Valdosta. Both meetings will take place from 5... Read more...
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May 23, 2011 | rutlandherald.com
Johnny K. Ellis
Johnny K. Ellis GUILDERLAND, N.Y. — Johnny K. Ellis, 51, died unexpectedly Friday, May 20th, 2011, doing what he loved best, riding his Harley. His lifelong philosophy was to “Ride Hard and Die Free.” Born in Valdosta, Ga.,... Read more...
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May 22, 2011 | allvoices.com
Local golf notes: Cason Hammock trails by four shots at Georgia Mid-Amateur Championship
Hammock shot a second straight 1-under 71 Saturday in the 30th annual Georgia Mid-Amateur Championship at Kinderlou Forest in Valdosta, Ga. Hammock is second, four shots behind Mark Strickland of Woodstock, who shot a 68 and is... Read more...
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May 19, 2011 | prweb.com
Summer Heats up at Wild Adventures
Park opens daily, includes new entertainment, family concerts and new water slides Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia opens two giant family water slides in Splash Island Water Park for the 2011 season - Hakini... Read more...
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May 13, 2011 | ledger-enquirer.com
Alligator wanders into Valdosta subdivision
VALDOSTA, Ga. -- Residents in a Valdosta subdivision say they were startled when an alligator showed up in their neighborhood. The Valdosta Daily Times reports that James Harvey spotted the gator in his backyard in the... Read more...
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May 13, 2011 | macon.com
Valdosta residents to restore home after fire
VALDOSTA, Ga. -- The Valdosta Heritage Foundation has decided to try and restore a historic south Georgia home which was destroyed by fire in January. The Valdosta Daily Times reports that the Roberts House - described as the... Read more...
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May 9, 2011 | fortmilltimes.com
Heritage Financial Group, Inc. Reports First Quarter Net Income of $1.2 Million or $0.15 Per...
Heritage Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HBOS), the holding company for HeritageBank of the South, today announced higher earnings for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, compared with the year-earlier quarter. Read more...
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May 9, 2011 | yahoo.com
Heritage Financial Group, Inc. Reports First Quarter Net Income of $1.2 Million or $0.15 Per...
Business Wire] - Heritage Financial Group, Inc. , the holding company for HeritageBank of the South, today announced higher earnings for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, compared with the year-earlier quarter. Read more...
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May 3, 2011 | prweb.com
15th Anniversary Celebration Continues
Free Reserved Concert Seats and Free Souvenir Coke Refills This season, Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia celebrates its 15 anniversary with special events and offers for guests scheduled throughout the season.... Read more...
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May 3, 2011 | rvparkreviews.com
RVParkReviews.com - "River Park RV Park" in Valdosta, Georgia - was rated: 7
Over-rated and over-priced in our opinion. Not a bad spot for a short stay, but sites are not level and it exceeds our ability to level the coach. There are no discounts of any kind and for what is offered, other than... Read more...
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May 2, 2011 | indiatimes.com
Potter beats Goggin in South Georgia Classic
VALDOSTA (Georgia): Monday qualifier Ted Potter Jr. won the South Georgia Classic on Sunday for his first Nationwide Tour title, closing with a 4-under 68 for a three-stroke victory over Mathew Goggin. Potter, the first Monday... Read more...
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May 1, 2011 | yahoo.com
Mills, Potter share lead after third round (PGATOUR.com)
By Adam Wallace, Nationwide Tour Staff 1 hour, 4 minutes ago VALDOSTA, Ga.—Canadian Jon Mills and Monday qualifier Ted Potter, Jr. are locked at 12-under 204 after the third round of the South Georgia Classic presented by First... Read more...
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Apr 30, 2011 | examiner.com
New bank closings in Florida, Michigan, and Georgia bring total for 2011 to 39
Five new bank closings in Florida, Michigan, and Georgia took place on Friday, April 29th, bringing the total number of bank failures in 2011 to 39 institutions.4/29/2011 *** FL *** Winter Park *** First National Bank of... Read more...
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Apr 30, 2011 | yahoo.com
Mills out to midway lead at South Georgia Classic (PGATOUR.com)
By Adam Wallace, Nationwide Tour Staff 12 minutes ago VALDOSTA, Ga.—The second round of the South Georgia Classic presented by First State Bank & Trust Co., the fifth stop on the 2011 Nationwide Tour schedule, is officially in... Read more...
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Apr 30, 2011 | wn.com
Posey Thrives as Dangerous Hitter; Her Brother Plays, Too
VALDOSTA, Ga. — The last time Samantha Posey spoke with her brother Buster, he lamented that in every interview lately, he had been asked about her. It made her laugh. Keep up with the latest news on The Times's baseball blog.... Read more...
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Apr 30, 2011 | breitbart.com
Casinos see opening for legalization - and a competitive edge after online poker indictments
Atlanta News.Net Friday 29th April, 2011 (Source: < 0.25){ //Update user reg cookies setLoginCookies(true); } } } else { jQuery("#regIfnoLoggedOut").css("display", "inline"); } } }); ... Read the full story at Bank of the... Read more...
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Apr 30, 2011 | australianherald.com
Smoltz struggles in Nationwide Tour debut, shooting 84 in South Georgia Classic
Australian Herald Saturday 30th April, 2011 (Source: StarTribune ) VALDOSTA, Ga. - John Smoltz had a lot tougher time on the golf course than he did on the mound. The former Atlanta Braves pitcher struggled in his debut on the... Read more...
All similar articles: 129 >> -
Apr 29, 2011 | 13wmaz.com
Thompson leads suspended South Georgia Classic
Valdosta, GA (Sports Network) - Nicholas Thompson is five-under par through 11 holes Thursday, but that's enough for the lead during the suspended first round of the South Georgia Classic. Kyle Thompson, Jonas Blixt, Mathew... Read more...
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Apr 28, 2011 | wn.com
Challenging 'the Beast Within'
VALDOSTA, Ga. — He has practiced with Atlanta’s W.N.B.A. team, and this week John Smoltz, the retired pitcher, will make his first start in a PGA Tour co-sanctioned event. Keep up with the latest news on The Times's baseball... Read more...
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Apr 27, 2011 | ledger-enquirer.com
Interim president named at Valdosta State U
VALDOSTA, Ga. -- A longtime Valdosta State University administrator has been named interim president of the south Georgia school. University System of Georgia officials announced Wednesday that Louis H. Levy will take over July... Read more...
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Apr 27, 2011 | finanznachrichten.de
KBR Building Group to Construct Health Science and College of Business Administration Building on...
KBR (NYSE:KBR) announced that its Building Group has been selected to provide preconstruction services for Valdosta State University''s (VSU) new $32 million Health Science and College of Business Administration building on the... Read more...
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Apr 25, 2011 | finance.yahoo.com
Southwest Georgia Financial Corporation Reports Results for First Quarter of 2011
Southwest Georgia Financial Corporation , a full-service community bank holding company, today reported net income of $375 thousand, or $0.15 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2011, down $32 thousand from net income... Read more...
All similar articles: 934 >> -
Apr 24, 2011 | tmcnet.com
Staying connected [The Valdosta Daily Times, Ga.]
Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) April 24--VALDOSTA -- From accountants to funeral directors, smartphones are becoming a popular tool among local business owners and workers who want or need to stay connected while away from the... Read more...
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Apr 24, 2011 | americanconsumernews.com
Southern Humor, Southern Tragedy: Tales of a Southern Palazzo Published by Outskirts Press
Valdosta, GA, April 24, 2011 –(PR.com)– Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Tales of a Southern Palazzo: A Memoir by John Clark McCall, Jr. The author’s most recent book to date is a 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the family and... Read more...
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Apr 23, 2011 | wn.com
St. Paul Larry
One body steering two wheels powered by one engine shouldn’t really be able to go 255 miles...Dwight DrumMotorsports ExaminerApril 20, 2011 FYI WIRZ: Hogan blisters record at NHRA track with 255 mph motorcycle run Dwight... Read more...
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Apr 22, 2011 | cbsnews.com
Ga. man attempts suicide, note leads to bones
John H. Chambers Jr. (Credit: Clayton County Sheriff Dept.) (CBS/AP) VALDOSTA, Ga. - Authorities say a bloody scene inside a suburban Atlanta apartment - where blood was used to write on a wall and a separate suicide note was... Read more...
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Apr 22, 2011 | americanconsumernews.com
New Store Offers Name Brands on Women’s Apparel
New Store Offers Name Brands on Women’s Apparel Bet Paul Enterprises brings one-of-a-kind deals on high quality clothes to customers via the Internet. Valdosta, GA (PRWEB) April 22, 2011 When it comes to women’s apparel, it can... Read more...