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A unanimous vote Wednesday approving retroactive renovations on a 1918 Craftsman duplex at 412 W. Residence Ave. quickly evolved into a broader discussion over repeat violations, contractor accountability and whether the city’s existing penalties are sufficient to deter property owners who bypass Albany’s historic preservation review process.
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Pay the fine. Skip the permit?
A unanimous vote Wednesday approving retroactive renovations on a 1918 Craftsman duplex at 412 W. Residence Ave. quickly evolved into a broader discussion over repeat violations, contractor accountability and whether the city’s existing penalties are sufficient to deter property owners who bypass Albany’s historic preservation review process.
City of Albany makes workforce housing a priority
“We need housing for teachers. We need to create a pipeline for folks to get their situation together so they can buy a house.”
Pioneering Marine brings military history to life at MCLB-Albany
“They expected them to fail They proved their worth in the Battle of Saipan, at Okinawa, in Korea and in Vietnam. The military we know today, the integration they started, is the reflection of their proving this stereotype wasn’t right.”
Albany Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director Cedric Scott looks to add registered nurse to his titles
Albany Fire Chief Cedric Scott wants to spread the message that it’s never too late. Scott, 60,, recently received a nursing degree from Albany State University and encouraged others to try something new, even later in life.
Albany Commission OKs $400,000 purchase of Chamber building
“It’s just a (big) space that was going to take a considerable investment. It’s a great building that really doesn’t meet our needs anymore.”
Seeing beyond the Miss Georgia Volunteer 2027 crown, Sarah Jane Houston champions representation
Houston, a Lee County High School graduate, was crowned Miss Georgia Volunteer 2027 earlier this month and will represent the state at the Miss Volunteer America competition in June 2027 in Jackson, Tennessee.
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Pay the fine. Skip the permit?
A unanimous vote Wednesday approving retroactive renovations on a 1918 Craftsman duplex at 412 W. Residence Ave. quickly evolved into a broader discussion over repeat violations, contractor accountability and whether the city’s existing penalties are sufficient to deter property owners who bypass Albany’s historic preservation review process.
City of Albany makes workforce housing a priority
“We need housing for teachers. We need to create a pipeline for folks to get their situation together so they can buy a house.”
Surging Braves turn to Martin Perez in rematch vs. Marlins
After flirting with a no-hitter in his last outing, left-hander Martin Perez will take the mound on Thursday when the Atlanta Braves go for a three-game sweep against the visiting Miami Marlins.
Pioneering Marine brings military history to life at MCLB-Albany
“They expected them to fail They proved their worth in the Battle of Saipan, at Okinawa, in Korea and in Vietnam. The military we know today, the integration they started, is the reflection of their proving this stereotype wasn’t right.”
Late homer gives Perry an 8-7 win over Lee County
Lee County rallied twice Wednesday, but Perry answered with a decisive three-run home run in the sixth inning and held on for an 8-7 victory in a thriller.
Georgia Southwestern soccer hires Ryan Seidon
Georgia Southwestern State University head men’s soccer coach Bailey Guffin has announced the hiring of Ryan Seidon as assistant men’s soccer coach.
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Surging Braves turn to Martin Perez in rematch vs. Marlins
After flirting with a no-hitter in his last outing, left-hander Martin Perez will take the mound on Thursday when the Atlanta Braves go for a three-game sweep against the visiting Miami Marlins.
Late homer gives Perry an 8-7 win over Lee County
Lee County rallied twice Wednesday, but Perry answered with a decisive three-run home run in the sixth inning and held on for an 8-7 victory in a thriller.
