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Lee County schools seek higher property taxes: The costs, choices and questions ahead
Lee County property owners face a proposed school tax increase that district leaders say would restore savings, help replace expiring sales tax revenue and cover rising costs. For residents preparing to speak at public hearings, the decision involves both protecting school services and understanding how much additional money is needed now.
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United Way seeks funding from Dougherty County for summer program
The United Way of Southwest Georgia initiated a summer program this year for youngsters this year to help make up for the loss of the National Youth Sports Program. This week it gave a final report on the summer initiative to the Dougherty County Commission and Albany City Commission.
Albany Unity in the Community event scheduled for Oct. 24
“We’re going to take over the park for a whole day for people to enjoy. We’re just trying to bring unity for the community.”
Former Dougherty Commissioner Harry James challenges ‘dean of legislature,’ Gerald Greene
Georgia voters go to the polls on Nov. 3.Among the state House races on the ballot in southwest Georgia is District 154, where incumbent Republican Gerald Greene will face Democratic nominee Harry James.
Who’s not paying?
Nearly 1 of every 5 dollars of property value in Dougherty County pays no property tax at all.
With new assessment notices hitting hard after Dougherty’s first full revaluation since 2007, and many residents are facing sharply higher values, the question of who carries the tax base is no longer abstract.
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.”
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Lee County schools seek higher property taxes: The costs, choices and questions ahead
Lee County property owners face a proposed school tax increase that district leaders say would restore savings, help replace expiring sales tax revenue and cover rising costs. For residents preparing to speak at public hearings, the decision involves both protecting school services and understanding how much additional money is needed now.
United Way seeks funding from Dougherty County for summer program
The United Way of Southwest Georgia initiated a summer program this year for youngsters this year to help make up for the loss of the National Youth Sports Program. This week it gave a final report on the summer initiative to the Dougherty County Commission and Albany City Commission.
PHOTOS: Albany State Homecoming Kick-off Pep Rally
Three galleries…click the arrow to scroll through the photos.
Gamble pays off: Braves ace Chris Sale rested for Game 3 vs. Dodgers
Though they resorted to a pair of bullpen games to begin their National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Atlanta Braves head home for Game 3 on Tuesday with the series tied 1-1.
Bijan Robinson (2 TDs), Falcons spoil Saints’ homecoming anniversary
Bijan Robinson rushed for 145 yards and two touchdowns, Brian Robinson Jr. ran for three scores and the visiting Atlanta Falcons defeated the New Orleans Saints 45-24 on Monday night.
Friday Night Five: Micah Joyner’s near-perfect night earns Player of the Week honors
Micah Joyner threw one incomplete pass Friday night.
Gigafact
- Has the country’s racial turnout gap grown since 2013?
- Did Donald Trump Jr. endorse gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson?
- Can Georgia Power use eminent domain for private purposes?
- Does Louisiana vs. Callais require Georgia to redraw electoral maps?
- Will Georgia use redrawn electoral maps for November elections?
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Dawson City Council uninformed as state freezes sewer loans, audits remain incomplete
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UPDATED: Friday Night Five: Lee County’s Jaden Upshaw is Player of the Week
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Albany State whips Savannah State for Bowser’s first win, 49-17
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Crime in Albany is flat. Residents’ fear of it isn’t
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Lee County hospital financing plan proposes up to $200 million in bonds, with county-backed portion still to be defined
Sports
Gamble pays off: Braves ace Chris Sale rested for Game 3 vs. Dodgers
Though they resorted to a pair of bullpen games to begin their National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Atlanta Braves head home for Game 3 on Tuesday with the series tied 1-1.
Bijan Robinson (2 TDs), Falcons spoil Saints’ homecoming anniversary
Bijan Robinson rushed for 145 yards and two touchdowns, Brian Robinson Jr. ran for three scores and the visiting Atlanta Falcons defeated the New Orleans Saints 45-24 on Monday night.
