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Homerun, Herald plan gas giveaway
A lucky Albany Herald reader will win $1,000 worth of free gas from Homerun Foods to help make summer days a whole lot cooler.- Carlton Fletcher, metro editor
Going, going, gone
It's been rumored for weeks that the Thrashers were leaving Georgia for greener pastures in Canada, and Tuesday it happened as Atlanta became the only city to ever lose two NHL teams in the modern era of the league.
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Franklin Eugene Christmas Sr.
Franklin Eugege Christmas Sr. died Friday.
SB&T bike races in downtown Albany on Saturday a success
Hundreds of serious cyclists from around the country invade downtown Albany on Saturday to take part in the annual timed SB&T Criterium Bike Race.
Openly gay soccer star Rogers becomes first professional athlete to sign after coming out
After announcing he was gay last year — and promptly retiring over fear of the backlash — pro soccer player Robbie Rogers returns and signs with the MLS’ L.A. Galaxy.
PREVIEW: Dario, Helio on verge of joining Indy elite
If Dario Franchitti or Helio Castroneves can find a way to win their fourth Indy 500 today, they will join an elite group of drivers who have managed to capture four titles.
Cyclists kick off Southeast Regional Series
Hundreds of bike racers participate in first of a five-week series.
Lee County High graduates 370 seniors
A bittersweet outdoor ceremony gives Lee County graduates their sendoff.
Sloppy start
Knights starting pitcher Coleman Butler and the Deerfield pitching staff struggle against Brookwood on Friday evening during Game 1 of their best-of-three GISA Class AAA Final Four series as the Warriors roll to a lopsided 9-2 win to take the crucial opening game.
Braves-Mets suspended late Friday, will resume today
The Braves and Mets will pick up Friday night's game tonight in the ninth inning with the score tied 5-5 after rain postponed action late Friday.
French Open seeds released; Nadal, Djokovic could meet in semifinals
Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, last year's French Open finalists, could meet in the semis this year after the draw is announced Friday.
AUTO RACING NOTEBOOK: Andretti hopes to finally end family curse at Indy; Hamlin wins Charlotte pole with record run
The Andrettis have dominated open-wheel racing for years, but even with all their success, the numerous drivers in the family have just one Indy 500 to their name — and that came way back in 1969.
BRAVES NOTEBOOK: With Atlanta's bullpen depleted, Avilan’s role will be increased
Luis Avilan is now the Atlanta Braves’ only left-handed reliever after injuries sent Eric O’Flaherty and Jonny Venters to the DL. (ADDS: Notes on Gattis, former UGA star Wood)
Crisp blown out in GISA Class A Final Four series by Bethlehem
Bethlehem beats Crisp Academy by a combined 35-7 during Friday’s GISA Class A Final Four, ending the Wildcats’ state title run.
Albany's Skinner remains in hunt at Senior PGA
River Pointe Golf pro Sonny Skinner struggles a bit on Day 2 of the Senior PGA Championship -- falling from tied for third to tied for eighth -- but remains in the chase for his first major tour title.
Dog owner charged for bite attack
The owner of a dog has been charged in a biting incident Thursday, police officials say.
Columnists
- Looking Back 26 May 2013
- Roaming zombies preparation plan
- Dougherty education vital to region 1 comment
- ‘Office’ joins short list of classic TV shows
- OUTDOORS COLUMN: Little sympathy for harried squirrel
- From the Brooklyn Bridge to London, another look is needed
- Oklahoma needs help, not ideology 1 comment
- Obama states there is no more room for excuses 7 comments
- Weather exploited for political gain 1 comment
- Healing is an ongoing process 1 comment
Features Analysis and Opinion
- Do you remember these TV lines?
- Stress can be managed effectively
- Looking Back 26 May 2013
- Roaming zombies preparation plan
- Healing is an ongoing process 1 comment
- Traveling lighter no easy task 1 comment
- Common man’s buying guide
- Fredericksburg makes you feel at home
- Triumph can turn to tragedy
- Make yourself the product of healthier habits
Sports
- ASU comes ups empty at nationals
- Braves win Friday's suspended series opener vs. Mets on Saturday, 7-5
- GOLF ROUNDUP: Skinner shoots par again, remains in Top 15 at Senior PGA; Ga. Tech’s Kuchar leading PGA Crowne Plaza
- Terrific end
- OUTDOORS: Weekly fishing reports
- OUTDOORS COLUMN: Little sympathy for harried squirrel
- SB&T bike races in downtown Albany on Saturday a success
- Openly gay soccer star Rogers becomes first professional athlete to sign after coming out
- PREVIEW: Dario, Helio on verge of joining Indy elite
- Sloppy start
Blogs
- Standard & Poor's bumps up SYNOVUS credit rating
- Can this phone revolutionize the smart phone market?
- New Waffle House going up near Darton 5 comments
- MUTED: New law could end annoying TV commercial blaring 1 comment
- Want a pricey cup o' Java? Bring in the elephants
- BLOG: Despite lack of skilled manufacturing in U.S., Apple to make new Mac line here
- Some people take voting just a bit too seriously 1 comment
- Barack Obama was born in Kenya! (And so was Mitt Romney) no kidding...
- The world will not end no matter what happens with this election 1 comment
- Sometimes a picture says it all ... 3 comments
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