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Albany, Dougherty County looking at data center regulations
“Data centers are going to come to Georgia. Data centers are already in Georgia. Property owners have a right to sell their property. It is the responsibility of local government to zone and protect the community you are in.”
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Albany, Dougherty County looking at data center regulations
“Data centers are going to come to Georgia. Data centers are already in Georgia. Property owners have a right to sell their property. It is the responsibility of local government to zone and protect the community you are in.”
Congress weighs packaging bill with implications for Albany manufacturers
A congressional hearing this week on proposed national packaging-labeling standards could have implications for several of Southwest Georgia’s largest manufacturers, many of which produce or package products shipped across state lines.
Dougherty County Sheriff’s Office, GBI investigate inmate death
“The sheriff’s office will conduct an administrative investigation to determine if the staff response was appropriate. We have requested that the GBI conduct an investigation.”
Dougherty Jail graduates first class of female GED recipients
“It was an escape. I can say this has been challenging. I want to express my gratitude for being able to attend this program.”
From cotton to cloud: In the data center debate, is rural Georgia once again being asked to carry the cost?
Across much of rural Georgia, the abandoned cotton warehouses and shrinking tax bases remain — enduring reminders that industries built to serve distant markets do not necessarily stay rooted in the communities that first sustained them.
Dawson Council approves $400,000 lifeline in emergency meeting as financial accountability remains elusive
Less than a week after city officials publicly acknowledged the City of Dawson cannot continue operating without additional financing, the Dawson City Council convened a hastily called emergency meeting Tuesday evening and unanimously approved authority to borrow up to $400,000 through a tax anticipation note.
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Albany, Dougherty County looking at data center regulations
“Data centers are going to come to Georgia. Data centers are already in Georgia. Property owners have a right to sell their property. It is the responsibility of local government to zone and protect the community you are in.”
Tony’s Take | SEC Sankey | Mederos | Deerfield-Windsor | UK & ME | Hacked | Edition 104 
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey is out of touch.  I’m confident his views on the current state of college football do not reflect the views of the head coaches in the league. 
Martin Perez returns for Braves, to pitch against Padres
Veteran Martin Perez will come off the injured list to take his spot in the starting rotation when the Atlanta Braves host the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.
Third time’s the charm? Developer brings plans for downtown hotel project to Albany Commission
Albany city commissioners got their first look Monday at a proposed downtown hotel and branding project with a major market chain.
Coach Bo Daniels laying groundwork for Golden Tornadoes
Bo Daniels knows championships aren’t built during the first week of practice.
Manny Machado blasts two HR’s as Padres best Braves
Manny Machado hit a pair of home runs and starter Walker Buehler recovered from early troubles to pitch 5 2/3 strong innings and help the visiting San Diego Padres beat the Atlanta Braves 8-3 on Tuesday.
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Tony’s Take | SEC Sankey | Mederos | Deerfield-Windsor | UK & ME | Hacked | Edition 104 
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey is out of touch.  I’m confident his views on the current state of college football do not reflect the views of the head coaches in the league. 
Martin Perez returns for Braves, to pitch against Padres
Veteran Martin Perez will come off the injured list to take his spot in the starting rotation when the Atlanta Braves host the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.

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