Phoebe committee reviews medical staff applicants
The Phoebe medical staff takes looks into a physician applicant's qualifications before appointments are made.
Denial of convicted murderer's motion upheld
Calvin Sessions was found guilty of multiple charges, including murder, by a Dougherty County jury in 1997.
Albany cancer study to be presented in Canada
Statistics show that about 3,010 new cases of bone cancer will be diagnosed in 2013, resulting in about 1,440 deaths.
Terrell deputy involved in April chase resigns
Eddie Streeter crashed his motorcycle in Albany following a chase that was initiated in Terrell County, reports show.
Lottery fever heating up in Southwest Georgia
The jackpot for tonight's Powerball was estimated Friday at $600 million, the largest in the game's history.
Cardio team leader named Nurse of the Year
Patricia Kennedy, who works on Phoebe’s cardiology floor, has been with the hospital for seven years.
Cardio team leader named Phoebe's Nurse of the Year
Patricia Kennedy, who works on Phoebe's cardiology floor, has been with the hospital for seven years.
Temporary restraining order issued in FTC/Phoebe case
The integration of Phoebe North is temporarily being ceased per an order from U.S. District Judge Louis Sands.
Early prevention encouraged with West Nile
Heavy West Nile activity was reported last year, with 19 cases present in the 14-county Southwest Public Health District, the CDC says.
Building Bridges confab scheduled for May 21
A number of immunization advocates will be in Albany later this month for a conference at Chehaw.
Phoebe eyes distribution center
The rehab facilities at Phoebe North currently have 66 licensed beds, 25 of which are currently operating, officials say.
Webinar to educate on dangers of leaving children in vehicles
Available data shows that more than half of heat stroke deaths result from a distracted caregiver leaving a child in their vehicle.
APD responds to armed robberies
The Albany Police Department is investigating two armed robberies from early Sunday, reports show.
King Cotton Horse Show set
More than 40 classes of horses are expected to participate in an upcoming horse show in Edison.
Lee County woman given new lease on life
About a month ago, a Lee County woman was electrocuted while helping her husband prepare their boat for sail.
RiverQuarium looks for boost from school group attendance
Slightly less than 3,000 schoolchildren attended the Flint RiverQuarium in April.
Deerfield-Windsor student wins Congressional Art Competition
Abbie Hutchins of Deerfield-Windsor School will have a piece of her artwork displayed in Washington, D.C.
Phoebe introduces new chief compliance officer
Audrey Pike joined Phoebe Putney Health System in June 2011 and was promoted to her current position two weeks ago.
MCG Southwest Campus honors Class of 2013
Dr. Phillip Allen of Albany is recognized by the Medical College of Georgia Southwest Campus at a dinner.
APD investigates three Sunday shootings
Shootings were reported on Flintlock Drive, Avalon Avenue and Marie Road in Albany on Sunday.
Woman dies in Sunday fire
At least two fatal fires have been reported in Sumter County since late December.
Albany police issue lookout
An Albany man is wanted for questioning in reference to a burglary that occurred on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
Bookbag prompts evacuation of Darton building
A black bookbag found in a men's restroom disrupts final exams at Darton State College for roughly an hour.
'Faces of Freedom' gaining ground
Southern Ag Carriers is expected to be among the backers of a wounded veterans program that is beginning to gain ground in Georgia.
Cancer Coalition, SOWEGA-AHEC to sponsor webinar
A faculty member from Emory University is expected to be the speaker at a webinar regarding decision-making during the early stages of prostate cancer.
'Rhythm, Rides & Ribs' set for May 11
The Albany Fire Department is hosting an event at Sam's Club to raise funds for the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation.
Albany Tech student wins state GOAL award
As the 2013 Student of the Year and state GOAL winner, Albany Tech's AAmir Greene will serve as the TCSG's student ambassador throughout the year.
Fundraising work continues for Senior Life Enrichment Center
The Senior Life Enrichment Center being constructed for the SOWEGA Council on Aging is set to be complete at the end of November.
Author aims to inspire REAL Boys, REAL Men
REAL Boys, REAL Men has been established by an Albany teacher to mentor to at-risk elementary school boys.
Teaching garden comes full circle
A garden was established at an Albany elementary school to help improve childrens' attitudes about fruits and vegetables.
'Equality for All' focus of Law Day banquet
Lawyers and judges from the Albany area meet to observe Law Day, which officially falls on May 1.
Two arrested, one injured in brawl
Angel Wheeler and Quantivous Thomas were arrested following a stabbing that lead to a brawl at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.
Albany shooting victim dies
Herbert Williams Jr. is now the fourth person to die as a result of a shooting in Albany this year.
Southwest Georgia fighting battle against childhood obesity
Once ranked second nationally in terms of our obese child population, Georgia now ranks 17th nationally.
Public health pushing campaign for infant immunizations
National Infant Immunization Week runs through Saturday.
Phoebe dedicates new pavers
Dozens of bricks have been purchased in the past year in honor or in memory of someone in the Phoebe Paver Project.
Albany Chorale plans ‘Missa Brevis’ concert
The Albany Chorale's Sunday concert will be the group's last for this season.
MCLB-Albany celebrates unity
Musical performances were offered by at least two area schools at a multicultural celebration aboard MCLB-Albany on Thursday.
Assault on officer among weekend incidents
An Albany Police Department officer was struck in the knee by a suspect’s vehicle.
Parties moving toward administrative hearings
An administrative hearing concerning the contested acquisition of the former Palmyra Medical Center is set to begin at 10 a.m. on Aug. 5.
Police/Fire/EMS - April 16, 2013
The Albany Police Department responded to at least 68 incidents Saturday, Sunday and into the early hours of Monday.
Dougherty murder conviction upheld
John Dodson Jr. was convicted in 2008 of murdering his neighbor, 82-year-old Willie Wright Sr.
German cyclist stops in, tours Albany during ride across U.S.
Levin Lessman has been riding his bicycle across the United States since August.
Phoebe initiates child life program
On average, the child life specialist at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital sees 12 patients a day on the pediatric floor alone.
Patty Woodall, Hospice director, retiring today
Patty Woodall has worked for Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital for 26 years, heading up the hospice program since 1991.
'Let's Make a Bid' set for Sunday
For the first time in its 28-year history, the Albany Museum of Art fundraiser also is offering an online auction.
FTC files new motions to stop merger of hospitals (UPDATE with FTC response)
An administrative trial on the merits of the acquisition of the former Palmyra Medical Center is scheduled to begin Aug. 5.
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