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NFL Hall of Famers tee it up in local golf fundraiser
Several NFL Hall of Famers make an appearance at Doublegate Country Club on Monday, raising money for the Dougherty County Sheriff’s office and The 100.
Mets snap Braves' five-game winning streak
The Mets, who swept the Braves in New York to start the season, continue their dominance in the NL East rivalry with a 6-1 victory.
Smoltz to have No. 29 retired, HOF induction
John Smoltz, who played 20-plus years with the Braves and is the only pitcher with at least 200 wins and 150 saves, will have his number retired.
Barge urges calm over graduation rate plunge
The state's school superintendent says the same number of students graduated, even with a new formula in use.
Georgia Southwestern State breaks ground on Rosalynn Carter complex
Phase II of a $15 million project at a Southwest Georgia college has a projected December completion date.
APD responds to shooting and stabbing
Albany police officials say that two aggravated assault victims ended up in the hospital Sunday.
Ads create a river of resentment
During Al Gore's Campaign back in 2000, we raised and spent close to $100 million (with matching funds) to win the primary, then received about $60 million in government funds for the fall campaign to get out our vote.
Mixing and matching a big mistake
Apparently the soaring national debt and the threat of a nuclear Iran are not enough to occupy the government's time, because the Obama administration is pushing to force Westchester County, N.Y., to create more low-income housing, in order to mix and match classes and races to fit the government's preconceptions.
APD responds to two aggravated assaults
Activity on the Albany Police Department's caseload includes two aggravated assaults from over the weekend, reports show.
Consultant: Airline plan likely not profitable
A consultant says the Southwest Georgia Regional Airport can be designated an international cargo airport.
Man, 21, drowns in Lake Blackshear
So far, officials say foul play is not suspected in connection to a drowning at Lake Blackshear.
Woman dies in Worth crash
A 20-year-old woman is dead following a crash in Worth County on Sunday.
Police/Fire/EMS report for April 17, 2012
APD responds to at least 77 incidents.
Squawk of the Day - April 17, 2012
Squawk of the Day - April 17, 2012
Dougherty County finances strong heading into 4th quarter
Revenues for the county are trending above the curve, while expenditures remain below, officials say.
The Dougherty County government is "right where (it) needs to be" according to a report given to the county's finance subcomittee Monday morning.
Billie Lamonte
Mrs. Billie Jean Lamonte, 77, of Albany died Sunday April 15, 2012
Jimmie Bush
Jimmie Ruth Seymour Bush, 79, of Tifton died Sunday, April 15, 2012
Vera Williams
Vera J. Williams, 85, of Albany died on April 13, 2012
Paul Cato
Dr. Paul Cato, 60, passed away April 10, 2012
Sumter County jail inmate dies
An inmate at the Sumter County Jail has been found dead, officials say.
Colin Bailey
Mr. Colin Doyte Bailey, 63, of Albany, passed away, Saturday, April 14, 2012
Green Humphries
Mr. Green Lee Humphries, 73, of Albany, passed away, Sunday, April 15, 2012
Robert Green, Jr.
Mr. Robert Green, Jr. 55, of Albany died Monday, April 16, 2012
Arthur Perry
Arthur Perry, 61, of Albany died on April 16, 2012
William Wimberly
William Wimberly of Blakely died on April 11, 2012
Fabian Drew
Mr. Fabian Drew of Sumter County died on April 15, 2012
Robert Laster
Mr. Robert Laster of Americus died on April 15, 2012
Deal OKs bill requiring drug testing for benefits
Gov. Nathan Deal has signed legislation that would require some people applying for welfare in Georgia to pass a drug test before they could get benefits.
Moe’s could be moving to OfficeMax building
Documents show the restaurant will relocate, add a drive-through window and patio space.
A popular Albany restaurant may be relocated to a portion of the former OfficeMax building on Westover Boulevard.
Cavil Babb
Mr. Cavil Levir Babb, 75 of Moultrie died on April 16, 2012
Ulysses Bennett
Mr. Ulysses Bennett, 58 died on April 14, 2012
Clara Yater
Mrs. Clara Agnes Siler Yater, 92 former resident of Albany died April 15, 2012
DCSS committee discusses budget
The Dougherty school system hopes to carry a $2 million surplus into FY 2012-13.
