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- Two masked teens rob South Cleveland Avenue family
Police advise keeping doors closed and locked and to ask about a person's identity before opening a door.
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- GBI, Sheriff's Department round up HUD suspects
Federal authorities say that 80 people across the state are believed to have bilked a federal agency out of $1.1 million. J.D. Sumner, government writer
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- Company may give new option for cable
L2Networks currently provides telephone service for city and county government offices. J.D. Sumner, government writer
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- Two left in bid for downtown manager
The identities of candidates for Albany’s downtown manager position could be revealed following background checks. J.D. Sumner, government writer
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- Phoebe Sumter to open in early 2011
Ground was broken for the Phoebe Sumter medical complex late last year. Jennifer Maddox Parks, staff writer
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- Field of Flags set to unfurl Sept. 4
A thousand American Flags will fly in a lot near the Albany Mall to honor those who served and are serving. Terry Lewis, staff writer
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- Natural gas pipe cracked; neighborhood stays safe
A pipeline maintenance crew cracks a natural gas line, allowing gas to rush out into a Williamsburg Road neighborhood. - Pete Skiba, staff writer
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- Emergency responders taking classes on preparedness ahead of Atlantic Hurricanes
Officials have ordered the evacuation of parts of the North Carolina coastline ahead of Hurricane Earl.
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- Fire officials investigating overnight arson
UPDATE: Officials now say that the fires could have been set by someone known by the victim.
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- Argument leaves one dead
An argument betwen two members of the same gang results in the shooting death of one. - Pete Skiba, staff writer
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- Kessler: Marines will adapt to changing environment
The commander of Marine Corps Logistics Command says Marines’ focus has changed after eight years of fighting as a land force. - Terry Lewis, staff writer
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- Baker School Board OKs millage hike
Baker County residents vent their frustrations to school board members following a meeting to raise the county’s millage rate. Ethan Fowler
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- Registered sex offender pastor of church
The newly elected pastor of Rosinvick Missionary Baptist Church is a registered sex offender, an issue with a man tossed from the church. - Pete Skiba, staff writer
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- Leesburg candidates at odds on issues
A Leesburg City Council hopeful vows not to raise taxes at a called news conference. Carlton Fletcher, metro editor
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- Candidate scrapped for civic center director
City officials will look at other candidates next week in their search to find a director for the Albany Civic Center. - J.D. Sumner, government writer
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- Obama: Time to turn page
With U.S. combat in Iraq officially over, President Obama addresses the nation and says it’s time to move forward. - Ben Feller, The Associated Press
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- Helicopter service comes to Phoebe
An emergency helicopter evacuation service that has been in existence for 25 years is now available at a local hospital. Jennifer Maddox Parks, staff writer
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- 'Witness' admits to slaying, APD says
A 19-year-old man initially looked at as a witness has confessed to slaying an 18-year-old Albany man Monday night, Albany Police Department officials say.
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- Officials involved in altercation
A pair of central office administrators with the Dougherty County School System are involved in a “one-sided physical altercation.” Ethan Fowler, education writer
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- County insurance is being reviewed
Dougherty County officials are trying to close a $2.5 million budget deficit brought about by increased insurance costs. J.D. Sumner, government writer
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- Dougherty County staff researching Acree light
A concerned citizen addresses the Dougherty County Commission about a dangerous intersection. J.D. Sumner, government writer
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- Adviser: Lee BOE SPLOST projects must be ranked
The Lee County School System’s Board of Education discusses its website development and stimulus funding. Ethan Fowler, education writer
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- Maschke: State will visit Atlanta district first
DCSS School Board Chair David Maschke speaks at a Kiwanis Club of Dougherty County luncheon. Ethan Fowler
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- Former Lee official Morris Leverett dies at 73
Morris Leverett served on the Leesburg City Council for 25 years. Ricki Barker, staff writer - APD spokeswoman arrested for battery
An Albany Police Department official is accused of hitting her 16-year-old daughter with a shoe during an argument.
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- Marines depart for Afghanistan
Three Marines who recently left for overseas deployment are part of Marine Corps Community Services.
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- Leesburg man drowns in Florida
An MCLB-Albany worker is pulled under the waters of the Gulf of Mexico when a wave crashes over him while swimming.
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- School System Finance Director, public information officer involved in altercation
A pair of administrators with the Dougherty County School System are involved in a "one-sided physical altercation."
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- Former Lee County Commission Chairman Leverett dead
Leverett served more than two decades on the Leesburg City Council.
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- Administrative review under way of incident involving APD spokesperson
Police reports show that Banks-Whitley and her teen daughter were involved in an altercation over the weekend.
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- Senior center moving forward
SOWEGA Council on Aging officials are scheduled to meet with architects this week. J.D. Sumner, government writer
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- County to help keep flu at bay
During an average year, influenza claims around 36,000 lives in the United States. Jennifer Maddox Parks, staff writer
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- White Oak Pasture a piece of the Serengeti in Georgia
Will Harris attempts to establish an African ecosystem at his Bluffton organic farm. Terry Lewis, staff writer
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- Rams open 2010 season with rout of Thorobreds
First-year Albany State starting QB Stanley Jennings powers the Rams past Kentucky State, 42-12, late Saturday night with three touchdown passes in the season opener.
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- Lee SPLOST: Bang for the bucks
Some disgruntled Lee County taxpayers say they do not intend to support the next special tax referendum in the county. - Carlton Fletcher, metro editor
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- On the Job with Chuck Darsey
Danny Carter holds a Q&A with Chuck Darsey, owner of Darsey Oil Co.
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- DWS grad snags grants after speech in Vienna
Carl Findley III wins two $1,000 grants recently after being invited to speak at the University of Vienna in Austria. Ethan Fowler, education writer
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- Doctor outlines treatment for prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is known to have a higher incidence rate in the African-American population.
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- Grand jury asks for banishment for repeat offenders
Members of Dougherty County grand juries typically end their service by leaving a list of recommendations for local leaders. - J.D. Sumner, government writer
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- Education Notebook Aug. 29, 2010
Education happenings in Southwest Georgia
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- Cutliff Grove raises flags
Albany City Commission reverses its course on Cutliff Grove
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- ASU to honor expelled students
An Albany State official is seeking oral histories or artifacts related to the university’s involvement in the civil rights movement. - J.D. Sumner, government writer
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- Oak damages house built by Albany founder
One of Albany’s most historic homes was built in 1886, its current owner says. - J.D. Sumner, government writer
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- Phoebe acquires new property
About $23,000 in taxes is to continue being paid on a Meredyth Drive property until it is used for medical purposes. - Jennifer Maddox Parks, staff writer
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- NAACP chapter marks March on Washington
Recently dismissed local NAACP officials attend what might be their final official celebration. - Terry Lewis, staff writer
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- Strive 2 Thrive finds success
Nine families that have been involved with the Strive 2 Thrive initiative will graduate from the program soon. - Ricki Barker, staff writer
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- Darton College coach pushes 4-year status
The baseball coach at Darton College gives local club members a peek at the college’s future. - Pete Skiba, staff writer
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- Film to be made in Bainbridge
Filmmakers have issued an open casting call for background artists in a new film to take place in Bainbridge. - Ricki Barker, staff writer
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- Chamber to host business expo
The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce expects 1,000 people to attend a business expo in September. - Ricki Barker, staff writer
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- Massive Oak damages former home of Albany founder
The damaged house was built by Nelson Tift in 1886, Graham said.
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