Opinion

CARLTON FLETCHER: For some Lee County ‘leaders,’ ego trumps success

Watch a little deeper than the surface the actions of certain individuals in Lee County, and you’ll have no problem figuring why the once-thriving county to the north of Albany is one of the few Republican enclaves in the region.

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CARLTON FLETCHER: Looking for a modern-day Rosa Parks

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Squawkbox – July 4, 2026

Regarding the changes to the Squawkbox... Lee County officials encountered a screw-up with... Bo and Preacher Lorenzo and his disciples should reflect on why...

CARLTON FLETCHER: Lousy customer service leaves a fowl taste

Before I get into this, let me say from the get-go that I understand that we all have bad days, that the aggravations of life can put a damper on everything that gets in our way on a given day.

Squawkbox – June 27, 2026

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My Grandpa Was Killed in World War II. I Met Him Through His Letters Home

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