Nothing Like a Home for the Holidays

The holiday season is fast approaching, and everyone is scrambling to find the perfect gift for his or her loved one.  For anyone who may be out of ideas of what to put under the tree for Christmas, it is always a great thought to try something new and unexpected.  What better idea than to surprise your loved one with a pet? “We experience our … Continue reading Nothing Like a Home for the Holidays

The Natural Wonders of Grand Bay

In a nutshell, nature is amazing; plants, animals, and natural creations are such a beautiful part of our everyday lives.  And for enthusiasts in South Georgia, there is a special place where the wonders of the wetlands can be explored at will. Located about 10 miles north of Valdosta, Grand Bay is a partnership between the Wildlife Resources Division and the Coastal Plains Regional Educational … Continue reading The Natural Wonders of Grand Bay

Passionate Pit Masters Compete for a Prodigious Purse

Tifton is only days away from hosting the 2016 Rhythm & Ribs Festival  at Fullwood Park, and the competition is expected to be bigger and better than ever. Beginning on Friday, March 5 and ending Saturday night, the festival will host a professional and backyard BBQ competition, children’s games, arts & crafts vendors, food vendors, and entertainment—satisfaction guaranteed. “Our guests will go home with a … Continue reading Passionate Pit Masters Compete for a Prodigious Purse

Renee Moss: A Triathlete, In and Out of Competition

For those familiar with the triathlon, it is known that the events are twofold.  On one hand, successful competition takes a great deal of preparation, determination, and effort.  On the other, the end results, including personal health and the building of bonds and relationships, cannot be measured by finish times or mileage. Thomasville resident and 12-year triathlete Renee Moss has taken her love of remaining … Continue reading Renee Moss: A Triathlete, In and Out of Competition

Patients Finding Success with Orbera at Colquitt Regional

When Colquitt Regional CEO Jim Matney heard about a new non-surgical weight-loss procedure seeking FDA approval he began his research.  “There was strong data that backed up the Orbera procedure because worldwide it has been used for over a decade,” says Matney.  “There was plenty of research that proved it was safe and very effective.  I knew early on that this was something we wanted … Continue reading Patients Finding Success with Orbera at Colquitt Regional