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Former GBI agents, retired cop looking into DCSSPD operations

Superintendent Butch Mosely asked the former law officers to look into the school system police department's effectiveness.

School system officials need public’s input

Editorial

As critical as the public education system is to the health of a community, Albany and Dougherty County residents have shown little interest in the last two attempts to communicate important information with the public.

Squawk of the Day - June 19, 2013

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

Bright of the Day - June 19, 2013

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

70 years and counting: Lorigs' romance endures

Marvin and Doris Lorig of Albany are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary today.

Police/Fire/EMS - June 19, 2013

Albany police respond to at least 53 incidents

Liquor store burglars cut hole in wall

Burglars cause a lot of damage for small return, police report.

CASA issues call for volunteers

A Dougherty County non-profit agency needs additional advocates for juvenile victims of abuse or neglect.

Child’s death ruled homicide

Officials say autopsy results show the death of a six-month-old child indicate foul play.

Homebuilders plan Boot-Scootin' fundraiser

The Homebuilders Association of Albany and Southwest Georgia has made it possible for one lucky person to turn $100 into $10,000 at the organization's annual reverse raffle benefit for the Albany Advocacy Resource Center.