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Texas A&M’s Manziel, UGA’s Jones headline All-SEC team
Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel is a unanimous choice for the Associated Press Southeastern Conference offensive player of the year, and Georgia linebacker Jarvis Jones edges South Carolina’s Jadeveon Clowney for the defensive player of the year award. (ADDS: Complete All-SEC team)
Manziel, Te’o and Klein named Heisman finalists
This year’s Heisman Trophy finalists are Texas A&M’s Johnny Manziel, Notre Dame’s Manti Te’o and Kansas State’s Collin Klein.
Double threat
Falcons running backs Michael Turner and Jacquizz Rodgers are both doing damage out of the backfield lately for Atlanta.
MONDAY'S PREP ROUNDUP: Crisp Academy girls beat TAE again
Crisp Academy is led by Madi Mitchell (25 points) in Monday's 47-37 victory against Terrell Academy, while the Randolph Southern boys, girls split with Byne Christian.
Trio of Darton soccer stars named NJCAA
After leading the Cavs to third place in the national tournament, Darton sophomores Troy Tucker, Soren Yuhaschek and Jowayne Laidley are named All-Americans. (ADDS: Notes on darton wretling and swimming)
Growth is part of life’s journey
Watching my nephew grow remains the highlight of my life. Yep, he is still learning and still growing. In what seems like an overnight process, I have watched him grow and grow right out of diapers, clothes and shoes on into bigger and bigger sizes in each. He is 6 years old now.
LORAN SMITH COLUMN: Royal was the ultimate salt-of-the-earth football coach
Loran Smith remembers legendary Texas coach Darrell Royal.
Legislators meet with local officials
Money is the primary topic as local leaders discuss issues of concern with the area’s state legislative delegation.
Commissioner to take seat on Library Board
A decision by the Dougherty County Commission will necessitate the removal of one current Library Board member.
Albany police investigate robberies
Authorities are still searching for the person responsible for a Homerun Foods robbery over the weekend.
Less worry and more hope comes to diner
Less than a month before the presidential election, a little diner just a short drive from my house made front-page news in The New York Times.
Who is on first with Republicans?
Finding a spokesman for the Republican Party right now is reminiscent of the “Who’s on First?” routine made famous by Abbott and Costello.
Inflation a hidden tax hike on everyone
Amid all the political and media hoopla about the “fiscal cliff” crisis, there are a few facts that are worth noting.
Police investigating death on North Avenue
Authorities are investigating what led to a death on North Avenue Monday afternoon.
Man arrested in aggravated assault
One man was arrested in connection with an aggravated assault this weekend after reportedly threatening a woman with two knives, reports from the Albany Police Department show.
'Georgia Gives Day' features nonprofits
Patterned after the work of other states, a Georgia initiative hopes to heighten awareness of nonprofit agencies.
Naturalist Fowler: Keep nature link
Famed naturalist and Chehaw designer Jim Fowler speaks at a local service club.
Harry Paul Skandamis
Harry Paul Skandamis, 89, died December 1, 2012
Christine Sutton Hurst
Christine Sutton Hurst, 84, Sylvester, died November 30, 2012
David Harold Lowell
David Harold Lowell, 65, Albany, died December 2, 2012
Michael Lamar Dollar
Michael Lamar Dollar, 58, Brunswick, died December 1, 2012
Vera Burnsed Searle
Vera Burnsed Searle, 90, died December 2, 2012
Hazel Geraldine Willis
Hazel Geraldine Willis, 81, Albany, died November 30, 2012
Maude Battle
Maude Battle of Edison, died December 1, 2012
Ella Yarbrough
Ella Yarbrough, 85, Albany, died December 2, 2012
Eudean Gleaton Hudgins
Eudean Gleaton Hudgins, 82, Leary, died December 2, 2012
Vivian Lynn Patstone
Vivian Lynn Patstone, 92, Blairsville, died November 18, 2012
Lillian Bryan
Lillian Bryan, Colquitt, died November 30, 2012
Hazel Godfrey Eubanks
Hazel Godfrey Eubanks, 89, Albany, died December 3, 2012
Mary H. Turner
Mary Harrison Turner, 75, Albany, died December 2, 2012
Willie Calvin Folds
Willie Calvin Folds, 77, Cuthbert, died December 2, 2012
Lucille Turner Bowman
Lucille Turner Bowman, 67, Albany, died December 1, 2012
Ennis Peace
Ennis Pat Peace, 89, Baker County, died December 2, 2012
Linward W. Kennedy
Linward W. Kennedy, 74, Crawfordville, FL died November 30, 2012
Hilda Gail Hartley
Hilda Gail Hartley, 56, Leesburg, died November 26, 2012
John C. Campbell
John C. Campbell, 71, Attapulgus, GA died December 1, 2012
State wants federal intervention in school funds
Officials with the state Department of Education tell the Dougherty County School System to get used to being audited.
Doc Heilinbels bought by Rite-Aid
Doc Heilinbels Pharmacy, Fountain and Gifts at 2409 Dawson Road,has been purchased by pharmacy giant, Rite Aid, according to Chris Cleveland, Heilinbels owner.
Camilla man claims lottery jackpot
Jack Delk is the second person in Southwest Georgia in a week to win a huge Georgia Lottery jackpot.
Ga. school evacuated, 31 people taken to hospitals
Dangerously high carbon monoxide levels in an Atlanta elementary school prompted the evacuation of 500 students, 29 of whom were taken to area hospitals Monday, authorities said.
Prince William and Kate expecting
Palace says Prince William, Duchess of Cambridge expecting a baby.
VIDEO OF THE DAY: Close call
Thanks to some amazing helmet-cam footage, watch as this biker nearly gets pummeled at 80 mph by a mattress.
BLOG: Homeless man wants 'piece of the pie' after good deed.
The homeless man who became the recipient of a $100 pair of boots thanks to the generosity of a New York City police officer wants a "piece of the pie" after he says the photo of the officer's act of kindness went viral without his permission.
2 dead in bus crash into overpass at Miami airport
At Miami International Airport, two large signs warn drivers of large vehicles not to pass beneath the 8-foot-6 inch concrete overpass. Authorities say two passengers are dead and others have been critically injured after a too-tall charter bus smashed into the overpass, crumpling metal.
Thieves break into band bus during Christmas parade
Police are investigating the theft of cell phones, cash and other items from members of a high school marching band while they performed at the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Christmas Parade in Atlanta.
