Exploring Tifton’s News and Insights: Football, Pepper Spray, Family Dynamics, and More
In this episode of “Tifton Talks” podcast recorded on September 27, 2023, Donovan covers a multitude of topics related to Tifton and its surroundings. He starts by addressing breaking news…
My Pet Peeve – Self Checkouts
I was disappointed to find that Publix now has self checkouts. What are your thoughts on using them?
Home Insurance Providers Trim Coverage for Natural Disasters Amid Rising Climate Risks
Major U.S. insurance companies, including Allstate, American Family, Nationwide, Erie Insurance Group, and Berkshire Hathaway, are discontinuing certain coverage options, excluding protections against natural disasters, and increasing premiums due to…
Potential Hurricane Threatens North Florida: South Georgia on Alert for Heavy Rainfall and High Temperatures
Forecasters are closely monitoring a tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico, which has the potential to develop into a hurricane threatening North Florida early in the upcoming week. While…
Emerging COVID Variant Pirola Poses Potential for Increased Infections: Key Information to Stay Informed
A new COVID-19 variant named BA.2.86, also known as Pirola, has emerged in four countries, and it has several mutations that distinguish it from earlier strains. The Centers for Disease…
Southwell Medical Clinic Faces Data Security Breach Incident
Southwell Medical Clinic is providing free credit monitoring services to individuals affected by a recent data breach. The breach, which occurred around August 16, 2022, compromised patient information, including names,…
City of Tifton Anticipates Additional $600,000 in Revenue from Proposed SPLOST Renewal
At a recent Tifton City Council meeting, discussions mainly revolved around the upcoming renewal of the one-cent Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST). Key points from the meeting include:…
Navigating Change: Indictments, Opinions, and Community Focus in Tifton
This episode of Tifton Talks Podcast covers news tidbits, community discussions, and the upcoming changes to the podcast. I discuss plans to rebuild the Tifton Talks website and create a…
UGA-Tifton Makes Forward-Thinking Investments in Research and Innovation for the Future
The University of Georgia (UGA) Tifton campus is undergoing significant infrastructure upgrades to modernize its facilities and support innovative research programs. The renovations aim to bring the century-old campus up…
Tifton Mayor Appeals to State Senators for Reforms to Sales Tax System
The mayor of Tifton, Julie Smith, has urged Georgia state senators to address a sales tax distribution system that currently disadvantages cities in favor of counties. The current system requires…