Albany Herald

MCLB-Albany cancels July 4 fireworks show

The city of Albany’s annual fireworks show will take place July 4 at a new venue.

Supreme Court to hear prayer case

Both the Albany and Dougherty County commissions open their voting meetings with prayer.

In the Military - May 20, 2013

This is a periodic column that reports on Southwest Georgians who are in or joining the military.

Births 19 May 2013

Unless otherwise noted, the following births took place at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany from April 22-May 13.

Albany preparing for SB&T Bike Race

As many as 300 cyclists are expected next weekend for the competition.

Law enforcers hold annual barbecue competition

Area law enforcement officers look forward to their traditional cook-off and feast.

Court battle looms over Bibles in state park cabins

A battle over Bibles is brewing in Georgia, where the governor said on Wednesday the books should be allowed to be placed in the bedside table drawers at state-owned vacation properties after an atheist’s objection led to their removal.

Annual Daylily Show this weekend at mall

As many as 100 to 150 entries are expected Saturday for the Albany Hemerocallis Society's 31st annual show.

Births 12 May 2013

Unless otherwise noted, the following births took place at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany from April 29-May4.

Marines hold 'Safety Stand Down' to prepare for summer

Despite record cool temperatures for this time of year, Marines at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany and Marine Logistics Command are working to educate base personnel about the possible dangers associated with summer time activities.

Darton College Foundation gears up for Sixth Annual Gala

The event will be held Friday night at 6:30 at the Cavalier Arena.

'Anchor Open' benefit golf tournament nears

A golf tournament will help generate funds needed to keep the Anchorage open.

Births - May 5, 2013

Unless otherwise noted, the following births took place at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany from April 22-28.

Registration set for YMCA youth basketball, tee ball

Registration will be held May 13-26 for Albany YMCA summer youth basketball and tee ball.

YMCA hosts Zumbathon charity event to benefit blind

The Albany Area YMCA will host a Zumbathon charity event for the National Federation for the Blind. The event will be held May 18 from 10 a.m. to noon at the YMCA Central Facility, 1701 Gillionville Road.

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