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The Buzz July 27
Institute's community focuses on midwiferyALBANY -- At its sixth Monthly Community Night on Thursday, the Albany Civil Rights Institute will focus on African-American childbirth during the Jim Crow era.
CONQUERING THE MIGHTY MISSISSIPPI: Day 2 -- Dave wishes he had one of those 'pointy-nosed boats' (EDITS: Includes Day 2 photo journal)
Albany outdoorsman Dave Krantz recently returned from a 19-day trek down the Mississippi River from Minnesota back to Southwest Georgia, writing a journal about his experience every day during his journey. The following is Krantz's Day 2 journal entry about passing through Minnesota's Lake Pepin.
NASCAR gets tougher to protect its brand
There are concerns about NASCAR's ability to get fans to come to the racetrack.
Pelini: Nebraska focused on Big 12, not Big Ten
Nebraska coach Bo Pelini says his team is focused on the Big 12 this season, not the Big Ten, where the university is headed next fall.
Contador soars in Spain's super sports summer
Spain revels in Alberto Contador's Tour victory, which is yet another win for the country this summer.
State Route 3 named for former Albany mayor
Paul Keenan served both as mayor and county commission chairman during his political career.J.D. Sumner, government writer
Pesticides sicken people
Occupants of an Albany home say they became ill after spraying pesticide underneath their home.
Police nab one in kayak theft
The Dougherty County Police Department make an arrest in a recent kayak theft.
Maintenance Center Albany recognized
Albany Technical College President Anthony Parker presents the Manufacturer of the Year award to Maintenance Center Albany.
County police searching for suspect in 11 incidents
Residents in southwest Dougherty County have been plagued with damage to their vehicles and mailboxes throughout this month.
Police/Fire/EMS for July 27, 2010
Crime, fire and EMS repeort for July 27, 2010
Dougherty rescinds public works contract
Construction of a new public works headquarters is expected to cost $729,000 and will be funded through sales taxes.
Wingfield: I knew nothing of the drugs
An attorney for a local youth program coordinator says he expects no further charges against his client.Carlton Fletcher, metro editor
Bishop kicks off re-election campaign
The veteran Albany congressman is expecting a strong challenge from GOP's Mike Keown.Terry Lewis, staff writer
Body of missing man found
Friends and co-workers say Brian Smith was comfortable in the outdoors and it was normal for him to go boating alone.Ricki Barker, staff writer
County mulls prescription discount card
Pushing back against health care costs is important, commissioners say.
State court upholds tax dispute ruling
A local taxpayer advocacy group is contending the board of assessors acted improperly and unfairly.J.D. Sumner, governement writer
PSDS to host local travel baseball league
Peach State Diamond Sports will host its second baseball travel league for the area this fall.
FSU linebacker Carr faces felony charges
FSU football player Nigel Carr faces felony charges, which could lead to an automatic suspension.
ACC MEDIA DAYS NOTEBOOK: Hokies, Seminoles lead pack
Florida State and Virginia Tech are the favorites in the ACC this season.
Overlooked, but not overreacting
Georgia Tech may not be the favorite to win the ACC Championship this season, but head coach Paul Johnson says that's a good thing.
Court of Appeals upholds previous ruling
The Georgia Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court ruling that favored Dougherty County.
