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š± How a new SGSCāUGA Tifton pathway could shape ag careers
Hi there, Tifton! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- How a new SGSCāUGA Tifton pathway could shape ag careers
- Meet the Tifton native who reshaped Valdosta State College
- What Georgiaās new tax plan could mean for Tifton homeowners and renters
Also on today's calendar: Acceptance Autism Celebration and 5 more events.
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Today's riddle: Why is it so hot after a ball game? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 84 and low of 59 degrees.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 85, low: 64.
- Friday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 82 and low of 63 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ SGSC announces Ag Pathway partnership (theblacksheartimes.com) ā South Georgia students interested in agriculture will soon have a clearer path from South Georgia State College to degrees at UGAās Tifton campus through a newly announced Ag Pathway partnership. Beginning in Fall 2026, students can start at SGSC, choose from several ag-focused tracks, and then seamlessly transfer to UGA Tifton for bachelorās and even graduate studies while staying in the region. 
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ā¢ Historic Photo of the Week March 31 (valdostadailytimes.com) ā A former Valdosta State College president who oversaw major campus changes, including new dorms and womenās sports, actually grew up in Tifton. This weekās historic photo highlights Georgia Hall, a 1969 dorm later demolished in 2009, and connects its dramatic arches to a new VSU building now under construction. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Georgia Senate moves to cut property taxes by increasing sales taxes (tiftongazette.com) ā Georgia lawmakers are weighing a plan that could lower Tifton homeownersā property tax bills by allowing new 1% local sales taxes and capping tax revenue growth. Supporters say it reins in fast-rising property taxes, while critics warn sales taxes hit lower-income families and renters harder and offer them fewer benefits. Ā Ā Ā
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Upcoming Events in
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ā Featured events ā
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Homeschool Hangout
Tifton-Tift County Public Library, 245 Love Ave, Tifton
11:00 am
Friday April 3
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Other local events
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City Offices Closed for Good Friday
Tifton, GA Calendar Tifton, GA 31794 -
Acceptance Autism Celebration
Fulwood Park , 817 Prince Ave , Tifton
10:00 am -
City Council Workshop Meeting
Tifton, GA Calendar , 130 E. 1st Street , Tifton
5:30 pm -
Homeschool Hangout
Tifton-Tift County Public Library , 245 Love Ave , Tifton
11:00 am -
Titus Twosday
Red Owl Coffee Company , 208 Main St S , Tifton
1:00 pm -
Homeschool Hangout
Tifton-Tift County Public Library , 245 Love Ave , Tifton
11:00 am -
Gee Haw, GLOW Back! 5K
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College , 2802 Moore Hwy , Tifton
7:30 pm
Friday April 3
Saturday April 4
Monday April 6
Friday April 10
Tuesday April 14
Friday April 17
š£ Tifton Shout Outs!
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š Events Nearby
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Karaoke Night at Don Julio's
Don Julio's Mexican Restaurant, Tifton , 211 Main St S , Tifton
6:00 pm -
Nashville Nation Band
University of Georgia Tifton Campus Conference Center , 15 R D C Rd , Tifton
7:00 pm -
Karaoke Night at Your Pie
Your Pie Pizza , 2210 US Hwy 41 , Tifton
6:00 pm -
An Evening for the Arts: Tifton Council for the Arts Annual Gala
Syd Blackmarr Arts Center , 255 Love Ave , Tifton
6:00 pm
Wednesday April 1
Thursday April 2
Friday April 3
Thursday April 23
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- There is a traffic light fault on I-75 N reported...
There is a traffic light fault on I-75 N reported at 7:13 PM. (Nextdoor ) - There is an emergency vehicle on I-75 S reported...
There is an emergency vehicle on I-75 S reported at 5:12 PM. "Emergency Response on scene" (Nextdoor )
- Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Tifton. Apply here.
- Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, Inc. posted a job opening for Forklift Operator in Tifton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Tifton here.
š Nearby News
Moultrie
- Moultrie Automotive Swap Meet to celebrate 50th year April 2-4 (southgatv.com)
- Avery to leader the Arts Center of Moultrie (moultrieobserver.com)
- Gubernatorial candidate Jones makes stop in Moultrie (moultrieobserver.com)
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- Equine Retreat Helps VSU Faculty Reduce Stress (valdostatoday.com)
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