Valdosta Scene July 2022 | Page 6

AUGUST 6 , 2022 | 6:30 PM
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AMERICAN SOUNDTRACK VOL . IX

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From our desk

Summer is here , so it ’ s time to celebrate , vacation , and relax !
We are highlighting what ’ s new in Valdosta .
A new business arrived just in time for the 4th of July . Red Apple Fireworks shares how you can spark up your celebration safely .
We welcome Valdosta State University ’ s 11th head football coach , Tremaine Jackson . He shares his excitement with readers about arriving in Valdosta and plans for the upcoming football season .
Sharah ’ Denton began her new role as City of Valdosta Public Information Officer . She details her challenges personally and professionally and how those have landed her in her current position .
This issue also includes opportunities for family fun , like the exotic reptile show in Amazing Animals and Taste of the South , celebrating national ice cream day with Kreamkles .
“ Where were you when ...?” Terry Richards shares a retrospect from the first moon landing , which occurred on July 20 , 1969 .
In July , we want to recognize bereaved parents .
Blake and Sibrana Oquendo share their grief journey since the loss of their son , Brexton , earlier this year . Their experience has led them to share their story through , The Brexton Foundation .
We hope you enjoy this issue of the Valdosta Scene .
Brittanye Blake , Editor
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