VALDOSTA, Ga., April 24 -- Valdosta State University issued the following news release:
VALDOSTA - Valdosta State University has announced a major restoration effort to replant camellias along Main Campus's historic Whitehead Camellia Trail after hundreds of mature plants were damaged or lost during Hurricane Helene in 2024.
"Restoring the Whitehead Camellia Trail is more than a recovery effort," said Monica Haynes, VSU Landscape and Grounds superintendent. "It's a commitment to preserving a living piece of VSU's heritage. After the hurricane's impact, we recognized how deeply this space is woven into the life of our campus and community. Its renewal will not only revive the beauty of the trail but also restore a place of reflection and c...