B U S I N E S S + C U LT U R E 5 GEORGIA’S DUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAM Providing High School Students a Chance to Jump-Start Their Academic Future Fitzgerald High School students Tyree Pryor, Hope Hutchinson, and David Echeverria are taking advantage of the state’s dual enrollment program through Wiregrass Georgia Technical College. ABOUT THE PUBLICATION The South Georgia Business + Culture Magazine provides a unique niche in the publication market within South Georgia. The magazine’s editorial mission is to inform readers and create a synergy surrounding South Georgia’s business climate, economic growth, and cultural visibility. South Georgia Business + Culture Magazine is published by THBoyd Communications, LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission from THBoyd Communications, LLC is prohibited. COVER STORY 50 54 60 57 64 28 52 68 FOLLOW US 20 PROFILES Shaping the Future of Georgia Cities Larry Hanson Reflects on His Years in Valdosta MILESTONES Valwood School Celebrating the Past, Envisioning the Future CULTURE Destination Downtown Ocilla Business Shares the Charm of Southern Living The Arts Turner Center for the Arts, Guardian Bank Partner to Help Students Learn, Grow EXPERT CORNER SBDC Make Time, Make a Difference