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All I need is a miracle.
You have to see this transformation to pit princess!
Nana was used as a breeding dog for the first 8 years of her life before eventually getting abandoned after getting a bad ear infection. But when Stephanie saw a
Here are some of the BearWise basics:
SOCIAL CIRCLE – Most casual outdoors lovers do not know that black bears rarely become aggressive when encountered by people. Human-bear encounters take place every day in Georgia, but the
“We celebrate the memory and legacy of Jalin Terrell Lawson, whose presence and spirit is with us on this special day and forevermore.”
Jalin Terrill Lawson of Fort Gaines, who would have walked with this year's graduating class at Gardner–Webb University, was honored at the institution's commencement exercises earlier this month.
What a fitting way to honor an educator.
The Rebecca McNeill Scholarship Endowment is a permanent fund providing scholarships to Georgia Southwestern State University students. Preference is given to students majoring in nursing or science with at least
So here are a couple of lists of rock songs for those special moments we all enjoy:
Recently a friend and I were talking about old-school mix tapes. For those of you not familiar with the term, let me explain.
The Albany Area Crime Stoppers Most Wanted Fugitive this week is Naterrious Connard Lewis.
ALBANY — The Albany Area Crime Stoppers Most Wanted Fugitive this week is Naterrious Connard Lewis. All fugitives on the Albany Area Crime Stoppers Most Wanted List should be considered
The tournament will be on ...
The Marine Corps Logistics Base-Albany Buddy Fishing Tournament begins at 8 a.m. on June 1. Designed for children under the age of 16, it is free and open to the
“It’s going to be an exciting week of comprehensive music learning."
TIFTON — A new Summer Music Institute at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College will assist students in grades 8-12 in improving their musical skills.
"We have guided lesson plans that are detailed with everything they are learning as far as phonics, sign language, reading comprehension, spelling and letter recognition, and color and number identification."
New Birth Christian Academy allows pre-k goers to grasp complex learning styles in a more comfortable way that is suited for their comprehension. At this point in time, the free
The performance in tomorrow night!
VALDOSTA -- Doo-wop met Rhythm and Blues and begat Boyz ll Men.
Take a look at these polished pups and their owners' "pawsome" wedding yourself!
Kim Flatley and Owen Gray would not leave Oscar and Leah behind on their wedding day. In fact, Kim planned to list pets right after Owen on her wedding invitation
A three year old was found unresponsive at a home on Avalon Avenue on Monday.
Albany Police Department officials said a child remains on a ventilator at an Atlanta hospital after an investigation initiated on Monday revealed that the girl had been severely beaten and
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Many graduates were from the Albany area!
More than 30 individuals from southwest Georgia were among those to walk the stage during the commencement exercises at Georgia Southwestern State University on May 8.
This looks like a fun event for animal lovers!
Paws in the Park is set for 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 25 at Chehaw. The event is included with regular park admission with some exceptions for vendors and activities.
Just a reminder that this event is happening tomorrow!
The Dougherty County Public Library System will bring the community "a universe of stories" with their annual Summer Reading Program.
“School lets out here in Dougherty County a week from today, and summer is one of the times of greatest need in food insecure communities.”
Research has shown that, during the summer months, children are going without a healthy balanced meal which can turn around and affect their learning comprehension.
The FREE camp is happening tomorrow!
IHoop Basketball Camp for Girls is to help bring femininity back to the court, while teaching girls the basic principles of basketball. The camp will be held at Albany Area
"Dough nut" miss this story!
In the end, a trap baited with doughnuts, pecans, molasses and bacon was too much for a bear to resist.
Choosing the right neighborhood can make all the difference when it comes to quality of life. It’s also one of the most important factors that dictate price.
Choosing the right neighborhood can make all the difference when it comes to quality of life. It’s also one of the most important factors that dictate price.
Did you tune into the finale?
The following contains spoilers about "The Big Bang Theory" series finale.
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What a fitting tribute.
On May 25, hundreds of volunteers will add to the patriotic atmosphere by placing a small American flag on more than 21,000 gravesites in Andersonville National Cemetery.
A four-year-old was shot last night in what appears to be an accident.
A 4-year-old boy and his cousin, age 6, were inside a residence playing when they found a semi-automatic handgun. As they were walking the gun to an adult, the gun
The four Westover Patriots selected are ...
High school baseball season is all but over in southwest Georgia and Region 1-AAAA has announced its All-Region selections.
Learn more about the relocation at the link.
After the Lee County Sheriff's Office, which houses the county's 911 center, was damaged during Hurricane Michael last year, the center made plans to relocate.
Grumpy Cat, arguably the internet's most popular cat and one of its first viral memes, has died at just 7-years-old.
Grumpy Cat, arguably the internet's most popular cat and one of its first viral memes, has died at just 7-years-old.
Anyone who recognizes the juveniles involved are encouraged to come forward.
A train operator on the Georgia and Florida Railway was shot at in an incident reported Wednesday on Booker Avenue. Five juveniles are believed to be involved, reports from the
Congratulations to the Cowarts with Still Pond!
Still Pond Winery is known for their farm-to-table process of producing Still Pond wines and craft spirits from the muscadine grapes its grows.
Plans for the new Light House facility are moving forward.
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital recently launched a patient logistics command center, known as Phoebe Care Command Center, with the objective of more effectively managing operations at the hospital.
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While the officers honored yesterday may be gone, they are not forgotten.
In a touching and emotional ceremony on Tuesday, recognized as Peace Officers Memorial Day, community leaders rallied together to honor fallen officers.
Know any veterans looking for a job? At least 13 different employers will be at the job fair.
CAMILLA — The Georgia Department of Labor is partnering with several employers for an upcoming job fair.
The 'palooza' will be on ...
The Georgia Peanut Commission plans to host a kickoff to summer Peanut Palooza on May 24 from 2 to 7 p.m., at the Georgia Peanut Commission office in Tifton.
Learn more about the performance at the link!
Performances of Disney's "Mulan Jr." are going to be at Twin Oaks Elementary School on Friday and Saturday will star students in third, fourth and fifth grade. The box office
Mayor Dorothy Hubbard and Dougherty County Commission Chairman signed a joint proclamation yesterday.
May is the month for bringing mental health awareness to people who are unaware of mental illnesses, its causes and symptoms. Aspire Behavioral Health and Developmental Disability Services, NAMI, and
The blast off party will be on ...
The Dougherty County Public Library System will bring the community "a universe of stories" with their annual Summer Reading Program.
“We really wanted something we could use to reflect our history and the significance of being here in Tifton for 100 years. The whistle was a perfect choice."
TIFTON — On display at the newly-dedicated Centennial Garden on the University of Georgia Tifton campus lies a piece of history.
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An incredible 41 students graduated with their associates degree AND will receive their high school diploma later this month!
ALBANY – Albany State University graduated 41 dual enrolled students at its 2019 spring commencement ceremony on Saturday. All 41 students will receive a two-year degree and a high school
Here's an update on the Lee County Medical Center.
The Lee County Commissioners announced Wednesday that a request to extend Lee County Medical Center’s Certificate of Need (CON) has been re-submitted to the Georgia Department of Community Health.
"I think all of our guys are healthy and in a good place right now. We are ready to play.”
DAWSON — The final road trip is here. The Terrell Academy Eagles will leave Thursday for Macon as they prepare to face Edmund Burke Academy on Friday and Saturday for
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed into law a controversial abortion bill that could punish doctors who perform abortions with life in prison.
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed into law a controversial abortion bill that could punish doctors who perform abortions with life in prison.
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Here is a look as Hurricane Michael approaches Lee County. How are conditions in your area? Complete coverage: http://bit.ly/hurricane_michael
BREAKING: Hurricane Michael has strengthened to an 'extremely dangerous' Category 4 storm just hours before landfall. STORY: http://bit.ly/2IMTVTr
LIVE on the Blue Carpet at the #PartyAtThePlayoff where Philip Philips is going to be performing in Atlanta ahead of Monday’s National Championship Game.
John Everett, 92, sings "The Star-Spangled Banner" at Tuesday's dedication of the World War II Monument at Albany's Veterans Park.
Check out this rain video from downtown Albany ...
This is surveillance video from the APD.
A man believed to have been caught in the act of burglarizing an apartment in East Albany is arrested by police after a brief standoff.
Albany Towers house several offices including those of Second District Congressman Sanford Bishop and the Internal Revenue Service.
If anyone knows where to find this guy, call the Albany Police Department.
Hundreds gathered Tuesday to mourn the passing of Dougherty County Police Lt. Cliff Rouse, who was shot and killed in the line of duty Thursday while trying to arrest a suspect in an armed robbery.
Police officials talk about the robbery and subsequent killing of Lt. Cliff Rouse Friday morning.
With eight years under his belt as Dougherty County Commissioner, Dr. Charles "Chuck" Lingle participated in his last meeting Monday, choosing retirement after 28 years in public service.
Melvenia Dixon, career development teacher at Radium Springs Middle School, discusses this year's holiday canned food drive.
TASCO president for Radium Springs Middle, Tysheria Green discusses this years food drive.
Radium Springs Middle School student and SAVE Club President Jimmecha Carr talks about the annual holiday food drive.
Lead by Westover High School teacher and National Guardsman John Daughety, soldiers and students organized the first patriots and patriots gift drive for Palmyra Nursing Home.
More than 350 Albany State University students were awarded degrees Saturday at the Civic Center, with former USDA employee Shirley Sherrod giving the keynote address.
The MCLB band performs a series of Christmas-related music at a concert on base Wednesday.
Robert Mercer and Colin Baenziger each explain why their companies should be entrusted with the recruitment of the city's next city manager.
Albany Water, Gas & Light Commission Finance Director John Vansant III presents the commission with their monthly report on the state of the finances of the utility.
Sen. Sims explains her intent behind reintroducing a bill calling for a referendum on consolidation of Albany and Dougherty County.
Albany firefighters run a course designed to test their physical and mental toughness.
Albany WG&L crews cut down a 30-foot Leyland Cypress and prepare it for its trip downtown where it will be erected as the city's official Christmas Tree.
Concerned citizens discuss a proposed saggy pants ordinance.
Mike McCoy talks about changes to the county's health plans in terms of retirees and specialty prescription drugs.
Dougherty County Public works Director Larry Cook updates the commission on 11 storm drainage projects undertaken by the commission after flooding in March 2009.
After one quarter in existence, the head of Dougherty County's Small Business Development Office gives and update to the Dougherty County Commission on their efforts to increase access to government bids to small businesses.
Judy Bowles, the executive director of Keep Albany-Dougherty Beautiful, gives her annual report to the Dougherty County Commission outlining the events the group participated in over the last 12 months including Operation Pill drop, which netted more than 300 pounds of prescriptions and River's Alive, which pulled in three tons of garbage out of the Flint River.
Citizen Michael Harper and Commissioner Tommie Postell talk about the saggy pants ordinance. Tell us what you think about the saggy pants ordinance...
Insurance officials and City Finance Director Kris Newton speak about a change to the city's retiree benefit's package for those eligible for Medicare.
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