Albany Herald

Wooden crosses designed to honor fallen soldiers

May 22, 2013

For the first time, fallen area soldiers will be honored with crosses at the Albany Mall.

Dougherty officials see budget positives

The Dougherty County Commission is considering a spending plan that includes cuts throughout.

County ponders library reopening

The Dougherty Library Board has offered options that would allow for one of two closed library branches to reopen.

Sherrod, Group takes Baker School Board gripes to attorney general

Shirley Sherrod leads a group that is voicing concerns about issues with the Baker County School Board.

Firefighters hope to form rescue dive team

With preliminary approval from the City Commission, Albany Fire Department officials hope to establish a rescue dive team.

Bishop urges reconsideration of postal centers

The U.S. Postal Service lost $1.9 billion during the second quarter of the year.

More Local News

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.

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.

Denial of convicted murderer's motion upheld

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

Commission says no to NYSP funding

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

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.

Parker: Growing ATC landlocked

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

Police/Fire/EMS report for May 21, 2013

APD responds to at least 79 incidents

MCLB-Albany cancels July 4 fireworks show

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

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.