Albany Herald

06/05/2026

https://albanyherald.com/sports/professional/braves/myles-straw-delivers-clutch-hits-as-blue-jays-take-down-braves/

06/04/2026

At 15 years old, he was driving a school bus. Decades later, he helped build one of Georgia’s most respected school systems.

The story of Dr. Robert A. Clay is a reminder of what steady leadership, community trust and a lifetime of service can accomplish, even during uncertain times.

As Lee County schools face new challenges and questions about the future, Clay’s legacy offers lessons that still resonate today.

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06/04/2026

More than just a musical, this production brings together a cast of all ages and backgrounds to tell one of the most powerful stories ever brought to the stage — a story of perseverance, healing, faith and finding your voice.

Opening weekend is already sold out, but there are still tickets available for later performances.

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06/04/2026

https://albanyherald.com/albanystate/photos-albany-state-clean-energy-summer-camp/

Photos by Reginald Christian, Albany State University

06/04/2026

https://albanyherald.com/sports/professional/jalen-brunson-scores-30-as-knicks-defeat-spurs-in-nba-finals-opener/

Five-plus minutes through the third quarter of Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday, the New York Knicks’ 11-game winning streak was in major jeopardy.

06/04/2026

https://albanyherald.com/sports/professional/braves/mauricio-dubon-ozzie-albies-go-deep-as-braves-down-blue-jays/

The Atlanta Braves got a pair of three-run homers from Mauricio Dubon and Ozzie Albies and rolled to a 7-3 win over visiting Toronto on Wednesday, handing the Blue Jays their fourth straight loss.

06/04/2026

https://albanyherald.com/sports/professional/falcons/charges-against-falcons-zachariah-branch-dismissed/

Misdemeanor obstruction charges against Atlanta Falcons rookie receiver Zachariah Branch have been dismissed, his attorney announced Wednesday.

06/03/2026

https://albanyherald.com/sports/professional/braves/iron-man-matt-olson-leads-braves-against-blue-jays/

As the Atlanta Braves prepare to host the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday for the second contest of a three-game series, it appears that their slugging first baseman Matt Olson is returning to form.

06/03/2026

https://albanyherald.com/news/dcss-fy-27-budget-reflects-completion-of-major-projects-rising-employee-costs/

The tentative budget proposes approximately $258.4 million in anticipated revenues and $283.9 million in expenditures across all funds. While the budget continues to utilize fund balances in some areas, district officials say the proposal reflects routine financial planning and ongoing efforts to im...

06/03/2026

https://albanyherald.com/news/annual-exhibition-showcases-southwest-georgia-talent-community-connections/

Now in its 26th year, the exhibition features work by artists from across Southwest Georgia and offers residents an opportunity to engage directly with the area's creative community.