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MCLB-Albany cancels July 4 fireworks show

May 20, 2013

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.

Airport terminal construction in final stages

Officials at the Southwest Georgia Regional Airport hope to get a certificate of occupancy for a new terminal by June 2.

Parker: Growing ATC landlocked

For the second year in the last three, Albany Tech is a finalist for the state's top technical college.

Commission says no to NYSP funding

The County Commission rejects a funding request from the National Youth Sports Program.

Denial of convicted murderer's motion upheld

Calvin Sessions was found guilty of multiple charges, including murder, by a Dougherty County jury in 1997.

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City settles on Albany Heights property

The city has settled its lawsuit over funding owed for the Albany Heights property.

Tift/Lowndes law enforcement nab suspected drug trafficker

A multi-jurisdictional investigation has resulted in the capture of a Tifton man who police say was attempting to buy more than 50 pounds of marijuana.

APD responds to Sunday aggravated assault

The Albany Police Department responded to an aggravated assault early Sunday morning, police reports show.

Bright of the day - May 21, 2013

For more brights, pick up a copy of today's Herald.

Squawk of the day - May 21, 2013

For more squawks, pick up a copy of today's Herald.

Phoebe committee reviews medical staff applicants

The Phoebe medical staff takes looks into a physician applicant's qualifications before appointments are made.

County to send letter in support of Phoebe

The Dougherty County Commission joins the EDC in offering support for Phoebe in its battle with the FTC.

Police/Fire/EMS report for May 21, 2013

APD responds to at least 79 incidents

Shooting investigated at Albany gas station

The Albany Police Department was called to the Oasis convenience store on South Slappey Boulevard at 1:21 p.m. on Monday in reference to a shooting. Officials say an investigation into the incident found that Dilip K. Joshi, 41, the manager of the store, was discovered deceased from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The discovery was made by a co-worker who heard a weapon being discharged inside the business.