aldosta-Lowndes County: A progressive community looking toward the future while protecting its cultural heritage. Valdosta is poised for growth as one of Georgia's newest Metropoli-tan areas. Only 20 miles from the Florida border, it is the employment, regional trade, education, shopping, medical, tourism and entertainment hub serving an 11-county area in South Georgia and North Florida.
        Moody Air Force Base, Valdosta State University, Valdosta Technical College, South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta Regional Airport and Interstate 75 are among a few of the key elements in the area's economic makeup. This community has one of the most diverse economies in South Georgia with six international firms, eight Fortune 500 companies and 15+ plants that employ more than 200 workers each calling Lowndes County home. As does Wild Adventures, the nation's fastest growing theme park, which offers wild animals, wild rides, wild shows and great concerts for the entire family with 1.2 million visitors in 2002.
        The community is dedicated to promoting economic development. With an attractive package, the Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority provides assistance to prospective and existing business to foster economic growth. The Industrial Authority also owns and maintains six industrial and business parks that are fully served with water, sewer, gas, roads, utilities, and in some cases fiber optic cable and rail service.
        The spirit of the community is evident in the united effort of the City, County, Industrial Authority, Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Authority and Airport Authority to promote and retain a positive attitude for growth. Moody Air Force Base has served as a training ground for pilots for more than 50 years and is home to several tactical and training wings. Valdosta State University attracts 10,000 students each quarter to its beautiful extensive campus. Add to that the exceptional quality of life Valdosta has to offer and you have a partnership for success.
        • Metropolitan Area
        • Major Transportation Network
        • Competitive Incentives
        • Pro Business Attitude
        • Modern Commercial Airport
        • Regional Rail Center
        • Close Accessible Ports
        • Enviable Quality of Life
        • Spirited Progressive Community
        • Large Educated Labor Pool drawing from six counties
        This progressive community has what it takes to lead South Georgia into the 21st Century. They invite you to visit and see for yourself what the excitement is all about.