‘RIDEforHOPE’ raises $11,000
A fundraiser exceeds its goal in raising money to fight cancer in Southwest Georgia.
Albany Herald's 'blue' today for colorectal cancer awareness
The Herald is working with the Cancer Coalition of South Georgia to raise awareness about screening for colorectal cancer.
The 'Big 10' for the week of March 1-8, 2013
These were the most-read stories at albanyherald.com for the week of March 1 through March 8, 2013.
Smithsonian looks at Albany treasures
The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture comes to Albany State University to consult on local "treasures."
VOTE TO NAME THE ALBANY HERALD'S NEW COLUMN
More than 220 suggested names have been narrowed to seven. Voting will be open through 5 p.m. on March 8.
River and creeks update
Projections for the Flint River at Albany have been reduced, with the river now not expected to reach flood stage.
Outlook 2013: MCLB-Albany continues to go green
There are $22.7 million in projects currently underway at MCLB-Albany, many of which have been prompted by energy-efficiency efforts.
Outlook 2013: Centering Pregnancy, social media focus for public health
In all, roughly $60,000 has been invested to bring a telemedicine component to Centering Pregnancy, officials say.
Outlook 2013: Phoebe strengthening regional presence
An emergency center overhaul at Phoebe Dorminy Medical Center in Fitzgerald is among the projects the Phoebe Putney Health System will be engaged in this year.
Outlook 2013: Georgia's economy expected to outpace national average
University of Georgia officials predict improved outlook statewide in 2013.
Outlook 2013: Albany economy stable, facing challenges
Business column
When reviewing the economic prospects for the Albany area in 2013, they can be described as stable, but highly susceptible to market shocks. Referring to last year, despite seeing a Georgia economy finally growing at a faster rate than their regional counterparts, our area lagged. Despite Albany’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate falling from 10.1 percent to 9.5 percent over the last year, there was no net job growth in 2012.
Outlook 2013: Hard work defines Prince success
John Prince III owns nine successful car dealerships in four South Georgia cities, including Albany.
Outlook section included today
A special 10-page section includes numerous financial-related stories on metro Albany issues.
Baker sheriff challenge heads to supreme court
A special runoff election won’t be scheduled until after the Georgia Supreme Court renders its opinion.
Wintry mix possible Saturday
Any snow that may come with Saturday's arctic front won't accumulate, weather officials say.
