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State show to take revelers through ‘world’s end’
Another Alien Astronaut, Meow Kapow and DJ Billy Ocean will perform during a ‘final-day’ blowout at Albany’s State Theatre.
Elf is something I'd like to shelf
Features column
Elf On a Shelf. Elf on a Shelf. May the creator of this plague upon Christmas holiday tranquility be forced to celebrate Christmas with Rosanne Barr and Ellen Degenerate.
The writings of Charlie Tinker
Editor Note: This is the second installment of a three-part series. It is running over a five week period rather than three consecutive weeks.
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King Cotton Horse Show set
More than 40 classes of horses are expected to participate in an upcoming horse show in Edison.
Lee County woman given new lease on life
About a month ago, a Lee County woman was electrocuted while helping her husband prepare their boat for sail.
'Anchor Open' benefit golf tournament nears
A golf tournament will help generate funds needed to keep the Anchorage open.
Gardening not as scary as some think
Features Columnist
During World War II, many families grew victory gardens to do their civic duty.
Births - May 5, 2013
Unless otherwise noted, the following births took place at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany from April 22-28.
Dog sending subtle signs
Features Columnist
I can’t prove it, but I’m pretty sure my dog thinks he’s better than me.
Tifton professor puts training into practice
An animal and dairy science instructor recently had hands-on experience at his family farm.
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.
Offering up a prayer for Sunday ‘no-shows’
Religion column
Last week country and western artist George Jones died. He was a hard-living kind of a fellow, according to the reports, carousing so hard and heavy that he was often too sick or bleary-eyed to appear at his concerts.
Camilla's Gnat Days Festival begins tonight
A 5K run, bike race and street dance are among activities scheduled during an annual festival.
Lee Special Olympics fundraiser rescheduled
The Lee County Sheriff's Department has postponed the Special Olympics fundraising festival for the Georgia Special Olympics for this Saturday due to weather conditions.
'Cracker Lake' production tonight at Dawson theater
A Dawson comedy performance features cast members who support the city's Main Street Theatre.
'Run for the Roses' to benefit Council on Aging
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Rest easy, America, the FBI will handle it
Features Column
The late great Lewis Grizzard once wrote a book titled “Elvis is Dead and I Don’t Feel So Good Myself.” Well, I don’t feel so great myself, but don’t tell thousands of Elvis impersonators across the country that Elvis is dead. Every town with a population of at least 100,000 has an Elvis impersonator, and they even have a yearly contest to name the best each year.
