June 17: National Garbage Man Day. The City of Valdosta expresses appreciation to its trash collectors, dumpster haulers, sewage workers, street cleaners and all workers who keep our city clean year-round. In addition to removing our unwanted trash, the City of Valdosta Public Works Department encourages citizens on ways to reduce, recycle and reuse some of the garbage from their homes. Take time on National Garbage Man Day to show your appreciation to the men and women who keep our neighborhoods and streets safe and clean. Click here for more information about city sanitation services.

June 21: Father's Day. According to the U.S. Census, there are over 70 million Dads in America. Although nationally there are also over 7,157 men's clothing stores, 15,253 hardware stores, 21,559 sporting goods stores and 38,900 electronic stores, Valdosta has all you need right here for your Father's day shopping and dining pleasure. Remember to shop local. Shop Valdosta!

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June 1 through Nov. 30 is Hurricane Season. Are you ready? Visit www.ready.ga.gov to prepare you and your loved ones for Hurricane Season-or for any type of emergency. It's also a good time to make sure you are signed up for the Code Red emergency alert system. Click here to sign up today.