High school playoff predictions Nov 21, 2008
After winning a state title at Valdosta, O Brien was fired for, well, not being the second coming of Wright Bazemore. O Brien was 70-20-1 at Valdosta, making the playoffs six out of seven years ... In Valdosta, two playoff games in six years, well, shoot, you wouldn t have made it six years. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
College recruiting: Football's grand courtship ritual Nov 21, 2008
I was heartbroken, Valdosta lineman Antonio Foster told Rivals. com last month upon hearing that coach Phil Fulmer was leaving Tennessee. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
TALK ABOUT TECH'S WIN Nov 21, 2008
I suspect you re heading down 75 around Valdosta, with your cat tail between your legs. In fact, your 88 Ford Econoline is probably broken down on the shoulder with smoke pouring out from under the hood. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Editorial: Even pocket change counts this holiday season Nov 21, 2008
In the South Georgia city of Valdosta, the Valdosta Daily Times reported recently that its local Salvation Army had seen as many as 200 people seeking help to pay utilities and rent, while having resources to help only one-tenth that number. Given the sad reality facing charitable groups and the people who need their assistance this holiday season, it's important for those who are in a position to give anything at all this year to remember that even the smallest donation can bring a measure of... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Air Force copter lands in area pasture Nov 20, 2008
The helicopter is part of the 23rd Flying Tigers Wing, based at Moody Air Force Base in Valdosta, Ga. spokeswoman Lt. Lisa Kostellic said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Recruiting's stars appearing at Georgia Tech-Miami game Nov 20, 2008
Players that have already committed to Tech who will likely attend the game include Ray Beno of Newman, Demond Dennis of Carver, Emanuel Dieke of North Clayton, Jay Finch of Kennesaw Mountain, Antonio Foster of Valdosta, Orwin Smith of Central High in Phenix City, Ala, and Roderick Sweeting of Luella. Got some recruiting news. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Jingle all the wayGeorgia suit threatens local festival Nov 20, 2008
It seems that there s a battle brewing in Valdosta, Ga. about who gets to own the name Jingle Bell Festival, the city s Central Valdosta Development Authority (CVDA) or Black Crow Media ... If it s resolved, Valdosta has agreed to sponsor a few trees this year, in the spirit of friendship, McGlynn said. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Alek Shrader debuts with San Francisco Opera Nov 18, 2008
Shrader s mother and grandmother, Dr. Aija Shrader and Valda Jorgensons, flew to San Francisco for his debut from their home in Valdosta, Ga. where his father, Dr. James Shrader, is head of the Valdosta State University Music Department. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Florida plays host to Gilliard Nov 18, 2008
Several weeks ago Florida commitment Greg Reid tagged along with Valdosta (Ga. linebacker Michael Gilliard, a Georgia commitment, on an unofficial visit to Athens. (Florida Sports -- Rivals.com)
Nick Kasa choses the Gators Nov 18, 2008
Valdosta, Lowndes High School Scouts Grade: 81ESPN150 Rank: 106Position Rank: 13 ... the Valdosta Daily Times reports. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Local Scouts Win Gold Awards Nov 18, 2008
Hardy, a DHS graduate who is now attending Valdosta State, is pursuing a degree in speech pathology and a minor in American sign language. For her project, Green, 17, organized a free spay and neuter day to promote responsible pet ownership. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Interesting outcomes in first round Nov 17, 2008
Woodstock 28, Walton 7: Who doesn t pull for Mike O Brien, the former Valdosta coach who must get a grin from the irony that his former team didn t make the playoffs ... you ll see a better showing than what you saw in Valdosta earlier this season ... I attend Valdosta State now, but high school football seems more raw and competetive. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Farewell, readers, and happy trails Nov 16, 2008
The second time was when I was teaching part-time at Valdosta State College ... So we just sat there awhile contemplating my future until finally he asked me what I wanted to do, and I said I'd always wanted to be a newspaper reporter; whereupon he said, "Why don't you go over to the Valdosta Times and ask them for a job?" ... When they stopped at the bar at the Holiday Inn off Interstate 75 in Valdosta, the hitchhiker slipped away and called the police from a pay phone. (The Augusta Chronicle)
BlackBerry Storm vs. Apple iPhone: 8 reasons pro and con Nov 16, 2008
Posted By Daniel- Valdosta, Ga : November 15, 2008 3:41 pm. No Wi-Fi on the Blackberry. (CNNMoney.com)
NCAA Division II Football Playoff Glance Nov 15, 2008
Carson-Newman (7-3) at Valdosta State (8-2), Noon ... Carson-Newman-Valdosta State winner at North Alabama (10-1), 1 p.m. ... -Tusculum winner vs. North Alabama-Carson-Newman-Valdosta State winner, TBD. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Pigskin Pep Rally Nov 15, 2008
Safety (Greenwood, S.C.) and offensive lineman (Valdosta, Ga. decommitted earlier. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Loston leads safeties Nov 15, 2008
ESPN - Versatile Loston leads 2009 safeties - Football Recruiting. Try the NEW ESPN Search. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Predicting playoff winners Nov 14, 2008
Also the facilities are second to none and that includes Valdosta s college-high school shared field. Schools here make a big deal about artificial turf, there are public high schools with only 400 kids that have fields with artificial turf so that s no big deal. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Ask Jamie: Making the Rivals100 cut Nov 14, 2008
Madison County, athlete of Valdosta (Ga. Lowndes and running back of Baltimore Dunbar are as good as they come. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Former Fort Mill standout gets another chance, this time with Detroit Nov 13, 2008
8226; VALDOSTA STATE: Blazers defensive tackle Bryant Thorpe, a former Chester standout, is headed to postseason play for the second time in two seasons. Thorpe, a 6-1, 258-pound sophomore, and the Blazers open defense of their NCAA Division II national championship on Saturday when they entertain Carson-Newman in Valdosta, Ga. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Ga.'s top 10 surprise high school football teams Nov 13, 2008
WILL VALDOSTA COACH BE GETTING HIS PINK SLIP SOON ... DOES VALDOSTA HIGH RECRUIT THEIR COACHES PRIMARLY FROM NORTH OR SOUTH ... I LIKE TO SEE #1 CAIRO SYRUPMAKERS VS #1LOWNDES COUNTY IN VALDOSTA,GA LET GET READY TO POUR SOME SYRUP ON THEM VIKING.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Love signs to play golf at MTSU Nov 13, 2008
Love s next tournament is schedule for Dec. 13-14 in Valdosta, Ga. where she will be playing in the Southeastern Tournament of Champions. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Henry County QB Drew Little commits to Georgia State Nov 12, 2008
Southern & Valdosta State are taking notice. Thank you AJC for the way you have been putting Ga. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Pep Rally: Fulmer's dismissal leaves UT scrambling to keep recruits Nov 11, 2008
Actually, just one prospect, No. 26-rated offensive tackle (Valdosta, Ga. has decommitted, and most of the recruits we spoke with appear to be in a wait-and-see mode, saying they are content with keeping their options open. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
D.J. Swearinger no longer a Vol pledge Nov 10, 2008
Valdosta, Valdosta High School Scouts Grade: 78. Position Rank: 26. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Henry Forrest Jr., 65, Ironman triathlon co-founder Nov 9, 2008
Mr. Forrest, a native of Valdosta, worked as a police officer in Kennesaw before taking a job managing corporate mailrooms and copy centers for Xerox ... Other survivors are daughters Toni Guevara of Grayson and Bonnie Wilson of Loganville; son Henry Forrest of Winder; sisters Betty Zeigler of Decatur, Shirley Trantham of Valdosta and Barbara Largent of Ellijay; and eight grandchildren. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Who will UGA or Georgia Tech offer next? Nov 9, 2008
Woodstock coach Mike O Brien, who coached at Valdosta for seven years, has scouted or played against many of the state s top players. I never had a player who is this big and this agile, O Brien said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL FORUM Nov 8, 2008
This comes from one who played during Valdosta s reign in the early and mid-50 s ... chris a certain walton team from north ga beat valdosta aka winnersville usa in quarterfinals in to get to the semifinals five years ago correct me if im wronge but valdosta is in south ga and lost to north ga team ... I would venture that Valdosta HS has won more state and NATIONAL titles than all the N. GA teams COMBINED look it up. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Brown leads Valdosta State to victory Nov 8, 2008
The Post-Searchlight - Your local news source for Bainbridge, Georgia. Brown scored a touchdown on a three-yard run in the fourth quarter. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Football (6) Nov 6, 2008
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Which region is the best? Nov 6, 2008
Any given Friday, Lowndes, Valdosta, Coffee, Northside WR, Tift or whoever can win in that region ... Lowndes Vikings, Valdosta four out of the last five years ... Thomasville, Thomas Co. Central, Valdosta, Lowndes, Cairo Hello Can you say William Andrews. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Blog: Is this fair? Nov 5, 2008
I bet Woodchips would want a forfeit if they had to play Lowndes, Northside/WR, Valdosta, Coffee, Tift or Westside/Macon. That would put the shoe on the other foot by being completely overmatched, wouldn t it Woodchips. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Tech lands Vols' recruit Nov 5, 2008
The entry titled "Valdosta OL Antonio Foster switches from Tennessee to Georgia Tech," and any of the comments about it ... Valdosta OL Antonio Foster switches from Tennessee to Georgia Tech ... Valdosta offensive lineman Antonio Foster told the AJC that he has switched his commitment from Tennessee to Georgia Tech. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
... and Alabama recruit Nov 5, 2008
Antonio Foster, from Valdosta, has decommitted from Tennessee and has committed to GA Tech as well. We look forward to seeing you and your family wearing the white and gold as well. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
High turnout of early voters leaves little for Election Day Nov 4, 2008
Digital billboards in Savannah, Brunswick and Valdosta will be among 70 around Georgian showing results between 7 and 11 tonight, the Outdoor Advertising Association of Georgia said last week. As in recent elections, Georgia voters must present approved government-issued photo identification and cannot wear campaign shirts and other items advocating a candidate into polling places, the Georgia secretary of state has said. (Florida Times-Union)
7 celebrations Nov 2, 2008
Southerns, the West Georgias, the Valdosta States, and the Shorter Colleges. but can t seem to match up equally with the Big Boy teams. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Weekend Watch List: Offensive line holds key to weekend's big action Nov 1, 2008
A 1995 grad of Valdosta State, this is only his second season in Lubbock. It's a wonder what one can do with a healthy line. (CBS News)
Chat about last night's games Nov 1, 2008
and lowndes breaks the huddle 12 guys one running of the field obvious people falling all over the field Last week we lost Colt Kennedy(unfairly) somethings up in VALDOSTA ... there is a covert conspiracy in Valdosta to hurt all the best players on opposing teams. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Some scary stuff on the square Nov 1, 2008
Her mother, Christy Barnett-an art major from Valdosta State University, used some of her skills in creating the costume using fabric and copper tubing. Another original was Jack Tuten, the 50-cent hot dog in a hot dog stand. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
BikeFest nets big bucks for charities Nov 1, 2008
This year's recipient was Brooke Inlow, who is majoring in physical therapy at Valdosta State University. Bob Strickland of American Legion Post 62 also said his organization would be sponsoring an oratorical contest for high school students in January, with the chance to earn college scholarship money. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
You want swashbucklers? Check out Texas Tech Oct 31, 2008
But it's OK. As the Dallas Morning News pointed out this week, "Muschamp spent a season as defensive coordinator at Valdosta (Ga.) State in 2000, the same school that served as the testing laboratory in the 1990s for Tech coach Mike Leach and his mentor, Hal Mumme.". So Muschamp and Leach are like second coaching cousins, twice removed, on Valdosta State's side. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Does seeing Georgia play the Gators beat out seeing your kids trick-or-treat? Oct 31, 2008
And that s not even counting the various things to do here in Albany and Valdosta. We have zoos (both at Chehaw Park in Albany and Wild Adventures in Valdosta), amusement parks (the aforementioned Wild Adventures), college football (Valdosta State and Albany State), Arena Football (Albany Wildcats), Minor league baseball (South GA Peanuts in Albany, I think Valdosta has a team as well), an aquarium (Flint Riverquarium) several museums (Albany has a civil rights museum and an arts museum, there... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Luginbill: A new No. 1 in the ESPNU 150 Oct 31, 2008
ESPN - Shepard takes over the top spot in the ESPNU 150 - Football Recruiting. Try the NEW ESPN Search. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Inexpensive, fun date ideas? Oct 30, 2008
i agree with not every waffle house looking like a truck stop especially if you leave atlanta there are some really nice ones with a great OLD TIME DINER type atmosphere dothan, alabama, chipley, florida, valdosta, georgia and i could go on i ve obviously eaten at a LOT of waffle houses. By Chink. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Smith: Lastinger makes lasting impression with drive Oct 30, 2008
"Those 10-9 games were similar in that they were super tough. Both defenses played well," recalls former quarterback John Lastinger of Valdosta ... Following graduation, Lastinger returned to his hometown of Valdosta where he is an executive with Smith-Barney and spends time coaching his son s little league teams. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Magill: Kasay keeping Panthers atop NFC South division Oct 29, 2008
Incidentally, both Tarkenton and Kasay were products of the old Athens YMCA boys' football program and both led their high school teams to the state championship: Tarkenton at old Athens High over perennial state champion Valdosta in Sanford Stadium in 1956; and Kasay in 1985 helped Billy Henderson's Clarke Central team triumph with a 54-yard field goal against Warner Robins. He made All-Pro in 1996, played in the Pro Bowl in 1997 and Super Bowl in 2004. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Stock report: Southeast prospects Oct 27, 2008
We're a bit past the midway point for most high school seasons, so we thought we'd take a closer look at players who have seen their stock rise as seniors and players who have seen their stock fall and might still have something to prove. After our recent look at Florida prospects, we look at players from the rest of the Southeast region today. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Monday Morning Quarterback Oct 27, 2008
Barney, Valdosta, Ga. Well, Jack - if you are so upset and disgusted by this team then DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT. (Florida Times-Union)
Colony Bankcorp, Inc. Announces Third Quarter Results Oct 24, 2008
The Company conducts a general full service commercial, consumer and mortgage banking business through thirty offices located in the middle and south Georgia cities of Fitzgerald, Warner Robins, Centerville, Ashburn, Leesburg, Cordele, Albany, Thomaston, Columbus, Sylvester, Tifton, Moultrie, Douglas, Broxton, Savannah, Eastman, Chester, Soperton, Rochelle, Pitts, Quitman and Valdosta, Georgia. Colony Bankcorp, Inc. Common Stock is quoted on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol ``CBAN. (Primezone Releases)
THURSDAY TESTS: Super 25 games kick off early Oct 23, 2008
Super 25: Oct. 23-25 - Prep Rally - USATODAY.com. Super 25: Oct. 23-25. (USA Today -- Sports)
Football (11) Oct 23, 2008
Scoreboard: Football. Don't have an account. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Top 10 high school rivalries Oct 23, 2008
1: Lowndes-Valdosta Surprised ... Series record: Valdosta 33-14 Last game: Lowndes 14-7 (Oct ... I had, for many years, the misfortune of living through the Lowndes-Valdosta rivalry. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Veterans eager for much-needed Orlando VA med center Oct 22, 2008
Thomas Bethay, 43, of Valdosta, Ga. the van will help him make an important connection. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Homecoming week is here Oct 22, 2008
She desires to help other people and after graduation she plans to attend Valdosta State University to study psychology ... She enjoys cheerleading, pageantry and modeling and her aspirations are to attend Mercer University or Valdosta State University and major in pharmacology ... Her plans after graduation are to attend Valdosta State University and major in education. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Inner Civil War: South divided Oct 22, 2008
Valdosta State University history professor David Williams has written a book about the war within the states. Bitterly Divided: The South's Inner Civil War gives a detailed account of the southerners who supported the Union throughout the war or who opposed the "rich man's war, a poor man's fight.". (Florida Times-Union)
Milton ‘Sonny’ Ellington Jr. (74) Oct 20, 2008
Survivors include his daughters, Susie Ellington of Valdosta, and Sarah (Robby) Armstrong and Alicia Etters and her fiance, Chad Maddox, all of Thomaston; sons, Marc (Amy) Ellington and Jeff (Brandy) Ellington of Thomaston, and Cliff Etters of Chicago, Ill. a sister, Susan (Wayne) Ellington Thompson of Melbourne, Fla. (Thomaston Times, GA)
What's happening Oct 20, 2008
Beyond the Footlights, the Valdosta State University Repertory Dancer's annual concert, 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday, VSU's Sawyer Theatre, first floor, Fine Arts Building, 1500 N. Patterson St. $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 children/non-VSU students; VSU students with ID get in free; season membership $52. (229) 333-5820. (Florida Times-Union)
Arkansas college football scores (33) Oct 19, 2008
Valdosta St. 21, Harding 13. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
PROBE: OBAMA SUPPORTER STOLE MENTALLY-CHALLENGED MAN'S VOTE? Oct 18, 2008
WALB.com News, Weather and Sports for Albany, Valdosta and Thomasville. Leading the way for South Georgia. (The Drudge Report)
Super 25 scores Oct 18, 2008
Super 25 and TV games: Oct. 17-18 - Prep Rally - USATODAY.com. Super 25 and TV games: Oct. 17-18. (USA Today -- Sports)
Cell tower request tabled Oct 18, 2008
Heard from Richard Stalvey, a partner in the accounting firm, Fowler Holley, Rambo ly of Valdosta, Ga. regarding the audit of the county's finances for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2007. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Spooky fun: Now fear this Oct 17, 2008
Where: Wild Adventures, Valdosta, Ga. When: 4-10 p.m. today, Oct. 24 and Oct. 31; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 and Nov. 1; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and Oct. 26. (Florida Times-Union)
Seven candidates running for appeals court opening Oct 16, 2008
College: Valdosta State University. Law school: Georgia State University. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Arkansas-Kentucky has high-scoring history Oct 16, 2008
Harding (2-5, 1-3) is at Valdosta State ... HARDING 45, VALDOSTA STATE 41. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
No upsets, just poll changes Oct 13, 2008
Even Valdosta fans won t admit theirs is an inner city school ... DO ANYONE KNOW WHY LOWNDES AND VALDOSTA WANT PLAY CAIRO IN FOOTBALL. ... WALTON 6-0 we drop to 7th but two one loss teams jump us we barely beat milton and we drop lowndes barely beats valdosta and camden won a blow so shouldnt camden be number one hows a grayson team who won by 3 to a two or three loss brookwood be a head of walton like i said lastweek you never give us our due your gwenett and south ga biast what bout 6-0 walton... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
