http://www.valdostadailytimes.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Sat, 10 May 2008 18:47:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_131184739.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_131184739.html Addressing the immediate future needs of this growing region’s commercial and general aviation flight demands will be on the forefront of the Valdosta-Lowndes Regional Airport Authority’s agenda when the board makes final decisions on the proposed $1.13 million fiscal 2009 budget this week. Sat, 10 May 2008 18:45:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_131184642.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_131184642.html I can remember as a child asking my mother why she and my dad got a day, but kids didn’t, and she always said, “That’s because every day is your day.” Sat, 10 May 2008 18:43:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_131184427.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_131184427.html No matter what your budget, if you’re looking for quality rugs from a store that’s gaining international attention for its variety and quality, look no further than Rugs a bound at 430 Connell Road. Sat, 03 May 2008 19:58:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_124195921.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_124195921.html The Good Book says “Ask and Ye Shall Receive.” And one old saying says “The squeaky wheel gets the grease.” Whatever the case, successful lobbying efforts by Valdosta Regional Airport officials have won back a third daily commercial flight to Atlanta after Delta/Atlanta Southeast Airlines (ASA) cut the flight in a cost-saving move just two weeks ago. Sat, 03 May 2008 19:51:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_124195711.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_124195711.html The words “economic stimulus” provoke both smiles and frowns from just about anyone whose ears receive that transmission nowadays. But they also draw furrowed brows of confusion to many a face when queried about the federal program aimed at bolstering the economy by giving money to spend to those of us who qualify. Sat, 03 May 2008 19:49:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_124195101.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_124195101.html Sat, 03 May 2008 19:47:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_124194831.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_124194831.html Hahirans may have missed the more than two decades of customer care and community service bestowed on them by E.D. Johnson when he decided to close his popular picture frame shop and retire in 2002. Sat, 26 Apr 2008 18:01:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_117180103.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_117180103.html Though Cass Burch Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep won second place in the nation in 2005, the honor only brought out the spirit of a former Valdosta High School Wildcat in Cass Burch. Sat, 26 Apr 2008 17:58:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_117175921.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_117175921.html The annual Relay for Life event to raise money for cancer research and treatment begins Friday night at 7 p.m. at the Valdosta Middle School track. Those who have survived the disease and their caregivers are asked to come be a part of the event, and to walk the first lap together. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 20:37:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_068200405.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_068200405.html There is nothing worse than hearing a mournful yelp from a lonely dog. But at Mad Dogs restaurant, these dogs won’t be lonely for long, especially if the restaurant’s hungry patrons have anything to do with it. Sat, 26 Apr 2008 17:55:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_117175704.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_117175704.html The six story federal judicial complex isn’t the only new institution rising at downtown’s northern border along North Ashley Street. Those downtowners stressed from a long day in the office, or even children looking for a new experience, will find solace, serenity and relaxation at The Spa And Salon on Ashley. Sat, 19 Apr 2008 18:43:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_110184444.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_110184444.html Area job layoffs continue to creep in low numbers, but at a rate that isn’t setting off any major alarms with local economists who contend that the region is rocking steady and holding its own in the current national economic downturn. Sat, 19 Apr 2008 18:41:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_110184314.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_110184314.html Sat, 19 Apr 2008 18:35:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_110183701.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_110183701.html The overall national economic picture portrayed daily on nationwide cable TV media stations presents such a bleak forecast that one commentator recently resorted to defining the “D” word for depression. Forget about the “R” word for recession. Sat, 19 Apr 2008 18:31:00 +0000 http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_110183310.html http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/business/local_story_110183310.html Terrie Robinson has a heart as big as the moon and a gift for the silver spoon. The 17-year Lake Park resident is one of seven daughters who learned to cook at an early age. She’s developed quite the gift for original recipes of popular Southern cuisine. Her fried collard greens, for example, will make your mouth water with just a gaze, much less a sniff of the aroma.