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Dougherty County police expect to present report on surveillance cameras within two weeks
The Dougherty County Police Department initiated an auditing system for its surveillance cameras in August. The department said on Monday that it will present a report on audits dating from January within the next two weeks.
Southwest Georgia Career Expo lets job seekers shine in Albany
“I’m just trying to get a career, just anything that might spark my interest, really. I just want to see what’s out there.”
Joshua Harrison pounds the pavement to provide shoes for Dougherty County children
“Being able to work with the H.E.A.R.T. organization and they work with me as one of their protege sons, it really made my life different. I want to let children feel better about themselves.
17th annual Unity in the Community brings food, fun to Albany
“We think it’s the perfect time to have a barbecue with all the violence in the community. It’s a chance to come together and do something positive. “
NAMI Albany keeps mental health awareness on community’s radar
“One of the most powerful things we can do is talk openly about mental health. The more we talk about it, the easier it becomes.”
Lee County hospital bonds: What the $200 million plan means for taxpayers
The Hospital Authority of Lee County will hold a public hearing at 3:30 p.m. today on a plan to issue up to $200 million in bonds for a proposed acute-care hospital off Grand Island Drive.
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Albany State football gives Dougherty County Xtreme players day to remember
Richard Brigham has conducted more football practices than he can count.
BREAKING: Kie’Aundria Acree to announce college decision
Her announcement will be made Friday at 10 a.m.
Albany Toys for Tots Announces 2026 Golf Tournament
The Albany-area Toys for Tots campaign is preparing to tee off for a cause that reaches far beyond the golf course.
‘We train leaders’: Albany’s Marl McCracken honored for 70 years of combined service
McCracken’s path to service began even before his military career. Growing up in western New York, he spent two years in Civil Air Patrol before enlisting in the Air Force at 17 in September 1955.
Construction issues delay Westover gym opening
Westover’s new gymnasium won’t be ready for the start of basketball season, but the delay comes with a consolation prize for the Patriots.
Georgia football lands No. 1 JUCO prospect Alius Mayo
Georgia has landed the nation’s top-ranked junior college football prospect, adding a major piece to its 2027 recruiting class.

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Albany State football gives Dougherty County Xtreme players day to remember
Richard Brigham has conducted more football practices than he can count.
BREAKING: Kie’Aundria Acree to announce college decision
Her announcement will be made Friday at 10 a.m.















