Tractor-trailer driver cited in school bus crash
School bus rear-ended
An early Thursday morning accident sends 12 to the hospital, with no serious injuries reported.
Deerfield-Windsor announces student scholarship winners
Students currently attending or planning to attend a local college prep school are awarded scholarships.
Scores low for Monroe, Dougherty
Abysmal end-of-course test results from 2012 prompt “learning walks” through two local high schools’ math classes.
Albany State observes 110th annual Founder’s Day
Speaker Sonya Acree urges Albany State University students and alumni to “embrace change.”
Isakson: Port in Savannah No. 1 issue
Senator talks about the importance of deepening the port of Savannah, budgets, North Korea and sequestration.
Acree to be keynote speaker during ASU's Founder's Day Convocation
The celebration of Joseph Holley's life will be an all-day affair at Albany State University.
ADDU busts two meth labs within three-hour period
The ADDU's Bill Berry says this is the first dual meth lab bust in the county in the past 10 years.
DCSS finance panel gets Title I update
The committee also decides to meet twice monthly as the district begins putting together its FY 2014 budget.
ATC horticulture instructor gives Kiwanis tips
George Paul says the biggest mistake many people make is not getting their soil tested before planting.
DWS, SCA pleased with passage of HB 283
The bill increases the annual scholarship donation cap by nearly $7 million, which aid the state's private schools.
DCSS's Mosely sees a light at the end of the tunnel for troubled system
The Dougherty school district still faces multiple challenges from both within and without the system.
Neighborhood residents disappointed in Sylvester Road Elementary School closing
Emotional ties to Sylvester Road Elementary Shool run deep in the adjoining neighborhoods.
Education Notebook: Miss ASU 2013-14 crowned
Miss ASU selected; Merry Acres students show off projects; Dougherty County schools accredited.
Albany High students, authorities conduct disaster drill at school
The school's emergency response team conducts simulated tear gas attack.
DCSS BOE votes to close two schools, repurpose another
Board approves closing Sylvester Road Elementary and Dougherty Middle in addition to repurposing Magnolia Elementary.
School Board approves tribunals and E-rate payment plan to WG&L
Mosely warns BOE to brace for a flurry of CRCT, Free and Reduced Meals, and non-renewal disciplinary appeal hearings.
Lee BOE approves Phase I of Middle School East modifications
Board allocates $642,856 for exterior work on Lee County Middle School East.
Nine metro students named Governor's Honors finalists
Four students each from Westover and Lee County High and one from Deerfield will visit Valdosta State University this summer.
BOE to decide on school closures, tribunal options
A packed agenda could result in a long day for the Dougherty County School Board.
Bishop visits Lee County Middle School
The congressman answered questions about term limits and the best part of his job in advance of the school's Stock Market Challenge
Sequestration creeps into Albany
Albany Assistant City Manager Wes Smith addresses citizens' concerns at an East Albany town hall meeting.
Cancer Coalition eyes teen tobacco use
Kimberly Scott tells Kiwanis Club of Dougherty County that group wants to make all schools in region tobacco-free.
FAA to close Southwest Georgia Regional Airport tower
The local airport’s air traffic tower is among 149 that will be closed nationwide due to sequestration
Business owner booked on theft by conversion charge
Dennis Micheal Fenton allegedly converted $17,000 of customer money for personal use.
Concerned community members gather at Gethsemane
Reaching youths and stopping gang violence has moved to the top of one church's agenda.
Second drive-by shooting prompts increased police patrols
No one is injured in a shooting that occurred less than 24 hours after a drive-by that claimed the lives of two men.
ASU, DCSS at loggerheads over Albany Early College
Speaking before the School Board, ASU’s Freeman tells members “your interests and our interests are the same.”
Youth football players, cheerleaders trade pads and pom-poms for pencils
Pop Warner youth football participants are giving up half a day on Saturdays to prepare for CRCT tests.
Sorority to honor Sandy Hook shooting victims
Teachers' group putting words into action to honor Sandy Hook Elementary school shooting victims.
UNREVIEWED: Sorority to honor Sandy Hook shooting victims
Alpha Delta Kappa sisters are planning "random acts of kindness" in tribute to the 26 people killed at the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting massacre.
Albany State students urged to 'dream big'
More than 400 Albany State University students are recognized for academic achievement.
PSC withdraws prinicipal's suspension pending hearing
The state had suspended a Monroe High School principal for 90 days in relation to the 2009 CRCT cheating scandal.
'Change' is theme of Dougherty School Board retreat
Interim Superintendent Butch Mosely says Dougherty School System could benefit from an infusion of “new blood.”
ASU to hold Honors Day Convocation
ASU’s 2013 teacher, staff member and researcher of the year will honored along with more than 400 students.
Teacher suspended for improper search
The Professional Standards Commission hands Deborah Flood a 15-day suspension after an incident in a school restroom.
Albany State reviewing Albany Early College deal
Albany State University wants the Dougherty School System to vacate Andrews Hall despite multi-year contract and $350,000 in renovation by DCSS.
PSC Suspends Monroe Principal Valerie Thomas for 90 Days in CRCT fallout
The Georgia Professional Standards Commission has suspended Monroe Principal Valerie Thomas for 90 days without pay.
School Board mulls Early College options
Albany Early College has been asked to move off Albany State University's campus after DCSS's $350,000 renovation of ASU's Andrews Hall.
State DOE: DCSS must reimburse $167,000
The Dougherty County School System's appealed a portion of the Education Department's Title I reimbursement request has been denied.
Lee County students scan space for undiscovered asteroids
Lee County High School may be the only school in Georgia participating in the International Asteroid Search Collaboration.
H.E.A.R.T. distributes 500 pairs of new shoes to DCSS students
A local group has provided K-through-5 students with more than 1,900 pairs of new athletic shoes over the past five years.
State asks DCSS for return of more than $406,000 in 'non-Title I allowable' salaries
Latest DOE reimbursement request pushes total to more than $700,000 in the past seven months.
DCSS closing 13 Saturday School programs
New Interim Title I Director David Coley is reviewing all of the system's federal Title I expenditures.
Deerfield-Windsor names AP Scholars
College Board recognizes 23 DWS students for excellence on Advanced Placement examinations.
Albany Tech, Southern Polytech ink agreement
The new program will allow ATC students to obtain a BS in Operations Management without ever leaving Albany.
DCSS Finance Committee hears Title I report
A school system committee also approves moving more than $500,000 in contracts to the full board.
Westover celebrates third straight Region Literary title
The patriots now set their sights on defending the state championship later this month in Warner Robins.
School bus DVR replacements requested
The DCSS transportation chief says security cameras on one-third of the system’s school buses are inoperable.
