Local & State Headlines

Celebration of Independence
Southwest Georgians celebrate Independence Day with a bang as the city holds its annual fireworks show.

Grant gives students college jump start
A grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will allow Dougherty County students to get high school diplomas and two years of college credits simultaneously.

Armed bandit robs eighth Albany business
Police are looking for a bandit who they say is responsible for eight armed robberies since Father’s Day.