Coalition slams Flint River bill
Georgia Water Coalition says new water bill threatens rivers, property rights and taxpayers.
Albany, Southwest Georgia unemployment drops for February
The metro Albany unemployment rate was 9.2 percent last month, lower than the 9.9 percent rate from February 2012.
'Bright Side' to debut Sunday
A new Albany Herald feature will give readers an opportunity to share some of the better things about Southwest Georgia.
‘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.
Kitchen Inspections - March 10, 2013
These establishments were inspected by the Dougherty, Lee and Worth County Environmental Health Offices.
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.
Washed out roads prompt school closures
River and creek flooding is likely in areas of Southwest Georgia later this week after a weekend of heavy rains.
Waterways rise as rains continue
Officials expect 4-6 inches of rain today, while projections are for creeks and rivers to crest Thursday and Friday.
Outlook 2013: Walmart impact a double-edged sword
The construction of a new Walmart complex in 2011 was the biggest new retail development in East Albany in decades.
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.
