Remembering the fallen
An American flag flies over a memorial display of 122 wooden crosses on the front lawn of the Albany Mall Sunday during a ceremony honoring the memory of Dougherty County military service members who died in combat.
Cyclists kick off Southeast Regional Series
Hundreds of bike racers participate in first of a five-week series.
Colorful creation
The red plumage of this male cardinal stands out against a gray background as it perches on a cable in northwest Albany Thursday morning. Partly cloudy gray skies are expected to continue for the area with highs in the 80s and lows in the 60s.
Student wins essay contest
From left, Merry Acres Middle School 12-year-old Armon Garner shakes hands with Albany Mayor Dorothy Hubbard, and writing strategies teacher Rhonda Harden, center, as he receives a certificate for participating in the Georgia Municipal Association’s “If I Were Mayor I Would ... “ essay contest.
Law enforcement officers go for the strike
Smooth Rollers Bowling Association members take their turns at bowling during Tuesday night’s first Law Enforcement Memorial Week Bowling Tournament.
Hugh Mills hosts state track meet
Sherry Lavigne, left, and Sharyn Ellison, of Atlanta, try to keep dry from the rain as they watch their children compete in the GISA State Track and Field Championships Friday at Hugh Mills Stadium. The meet continues today.
Radium Springs paints a pretty picture
Rebecca and Roy Reynolds enjoy the sights of Radium Springs Gardens Tuesday. The couple were out driving and decided to stop at the park after noticing how beautiful it looked.
Project Alpha mentors middle school boys on life
The local chapter of a national fraternity is teaching young males to make proper decisions at a Project Alpha retreat.
Drawn back to his art
Gene Threats captures vibrant images of African-American life and culture in his color pencil pieces.
Peppermint Pops rings in the Christmas season - VIDEO ADDED
Community members gather for a fun, festive way to celebrate the spirit of the season.
Business After Hours
WSWG TV’s Local Sales Manager Henry Brigmond reads the name of a door prize winner during Tuesday’s Albany Area Chamaber of Commerce Business After Hours at the Albany Museum of Art. The event spotlighted the new CBS and CW shows in the 2012-13 lineup.
Community celebrates Ray Charles legacy
The upcoming Ray Charles Music Festival in October will pay homage to Charles and his music and will include a concert to benefit the American Cancer Society.
Doctor Gillespie honored with award
The father of the modern Emergency Medical Technician program in Georgia receives top Sertoma Club honor.
Monroe student named 'Youth of Year'
Marcus Ford was honored Wednesday evening by the Boys and Girls Clubs of Albany.
Albany's Daddy Daughter Dance a hit
The 14th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance at the Albany Civic Center benefited Girls Inc. of Albany, Girls Scouts of Southwest Georgia and The Flint River Habitat for Humanity.
Model Railroad Club set for 21st annual show, sale
The Flint River Model Railroad Club will host its annual train show and sale this weekend.
Peppermint Pops thrills
The 20th annual Peppermint Pops took place Saturday at the Albany Municipal Auditorium.
All aboard! Railroad Club offers a ride
Visitors will have an opportunity to see all scales of model trains operating at the club's new headquarters.
Reporting from Ground Zero: 10 voices, 10 years later
Editor's Note: Herald Photographer Joe Bellacomo recently visited New York City. During his visit, he talked with a sampling of people who were working or visiting Ground Zero in lower Manhattan.
Freedom Festival
The Sherwood Baptist Church invited the community out to the 7th annual Freedom Festival at Legacy Park.
Chehaw to host Festival
An annual three-day .265Native American Cultural Festival kicks off Friday morning and ends at 5 p.m. Sunday.
Chehaw Festival
Individual events and times subject to change
From jets to cats
A former U.S. Air Force jet engine mechanic starts a new career to help fight the cat overpopulation in her hometown.Joe Bellacomo, staff writer/photographer
Night Hunter
Hal Shouse, an avid hunter, turns his passion into a unique business that helps rid area farmland of feral hogs.Joe Bellacomo
