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Banished ex-UGA star RB Crowell hot topic at SWAC Media Days
The SWAC is abuzz over the arrival of the nation’s former top RB recruit, Isaiah Crowell, who was kicked out of UGA and landed at Alabama State.
Albany’s Beckum is a possible for bishop
A nation-wide leadership search is taking place in the United Methodist Church this week in three locations where church delegates are electing eleven new bishops.
Baby found unconscious at East Albany residence
A 3-year-old was found unresponsive.
Moultrie felon sentenced to 20 years for gun possession
Basil Moore, 31, received a 20-year sentence.
Judge sends jury home in Phillips case until today
The jury is expected to continue its deliberations today.
Darrisaw gives overview of court system
Dougherty Magistrate Judge Victoria Darrisaw is currently running for the position of State Court judge.
Police/Fire/EMS report for July 20, 2012
APD responds to at least 62 incidents.
Dog days of summer dog Romney
We are in the dog days of summer, and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney finds himself in the dog house
Cuthbert health fair set for Saturday
Families in this small community will have the opportunity to gather at Randolph County Elementary School Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. to share in free health screenings.
Trio seeks Mitchell tax commissioner’s office
A number of Mitchell County officeholders will return to their positions unopposed.
Sheriff’s race highlights Baker County elections
All candidates qualifying for offices in Baker County will be on the Democratic primary ballot.
Squawk of the Day - July 20, 2012
Check out today's Squawk of the Day!
Texting driver law makes roads dangerous
On my way to work Wednesday (July 18), exiting the bypass on the circular ramp to East Oglethorpe, I got behind a new, red Dodge Durango.
ELECTION 2012: Lee County Distric 2 - Ray Timms
Timms wants to put God, people in government
A Lee County Commission candidate says government has gotten away from "One Nation Under God."
ELECTION 2012: Lee County District 2 - Luke Singletary
Singletary wants to protect 'investment' in Lee County
A political newcomer is seeking the Lee Commission seat that will be vacated by longtime public servant Betty Johnson.
Authority shouldn’t rush into hospital lease
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), along with the vast majority of knowledgeable Albanians, believes the Phoebe/Hospital Authority purchase of Palmyra will cause costs to go up and quality to go down.
Albany hunting tradition ends
The Deep South Coon Club is in talks to host its own hunt in Albany after a traditional gathering heads elsewhere.
State BOE freezes DCSS Title I funding
The Georgia Department of Education on Thursday told the state Board of Education that the GADOE was freezing the disbursement of Title I funding for the Dougherty County School System until the district resolved allocation and expenditure issues to the department's satisfaction.
James Peavy
Mr. John Henry Peavy of Sylvester , GA , departed this life on Monday, July 16, 2012
Eloise Green
Mrs. Eloise Godwin Green, 101, of Leesburg died on Wednesday July 18, 2012
Willie Cross
Mrs. Willie Mae Cross of Cordele, Georgia, departed this life on Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Frances Robinson
Frances Smith Robinson, 64, of Pelham, died Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Margaret Chaney
Mrs. Margaret Chaney, 63, of 347 Concord St., Pelham, Ga., passed on July 11, 2012
Robert Oliver
Robert Oliver, 73, of Blakely died on July 14, 2012
Roberta Huff
Ms. Roberta Huff, 84, of Cuthbert died on July 15, 2012
Sherry Shanks
Mrs. Sherry Ann Ward Shanks, 56, of Ellenwood died on July 11, 2012
Belinda Bowman
Mrs. Belinda Tatum Bowman, 51, died on July 19, 2012
Tyrone Smith
Tyrone Bernard Smith, 35, died July 13, 2012
Nancy Bonner
Ms. Nancy Haynes Bonner of Putman County died on July 17, 2012
James Ervin
James B. Ervin, 49, of Albany died on July 10, 2012
Katie Jackson
Mrs. Katie Mae Jackson of Sylvester, Georgia, departed this life on Thursday, July 19, 2012
Carver Broner, II
Mr. Carver "Hook" Broner, II, 73, of Sasser died on July 14, 2012
Pauline Adams
Pauline Adams, 95, of Sasser died on July 15, 2012
Anthony Thompson
Rev. Anthony F. Thompson of Donalsonville died on July 17, 2012
New polling data suggests a slim majority of SOWEGA voters will approve TSPLOST
The latest polling data commissioned by Connect Georgia shows that 51 percent of those polled in Southwest Georgia said they would vote yes on a one-percent sales tax referendum to fund transportation.
Ceasor Clark
Rev. Ceasor C. Clark, 67, died July 17, 2012
Georgia’s jobless rate rises slightly to 9.0 percent in June
The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Georgia’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased to 9.0 percent in June.
Braves can't overcome Posey's three hits, wild extra innings in 9-4 loss to Giants
Leesburg's Buster Posey continues his tear during his trip back to his home state, going 3-for-4 on Wednesday during the Giants' 9-4 stomping of Atlanta, which storms back to tie it in the 10th before its bullpen blows the game in the 11th.
LORAN SMITH COLUMN: Royal Lytham is unlike any other course
Herald Guest Columnist Loran Smith takes a closer look at Royal Lytham & St. Annes, the beautiful and challenging course the world’s best golfers will have to conquer this week at the 141st annual British Open.
COUNTDOWN TO SUMMER OLYMPICS -- 8 days: South African double-amputee runner Pistorius ready to make Olympic history
When Oscar Pistorius steps on the track for the South African Olympic team in less than 10 days, the eyes of his nation — and the world — will be on the runner who has spent his entire life and career trying to break down barriers.
With season nearing, Auburn Nation still trying to move past tragic shooting
The deaths of two former Tigers players this summer rocked Auburn, but coach Gene Chizik says at SEC Media Days on Wednesday that the team is slowly trying to grieve, move forward and return the focus to football.
Hot pursuit
Tiger Woods has won more PGA events than anyone this year and leads the FedEx standings, but before he can officially be considered back in top form, he needs to win a major -- a quest that continues today at the British Open.
