Local & State Headlines

A hometown stay-cation
Local and area residents on a tight budget are encouraged to spend their vacation time right here at home.

Wernick looks to future at Phoebe
Joel Wernick, who recently observed his 20th anniversary as CEO of Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, says he knew he wanted to be a hospital administrator at an early age.

Police look for robberies
The Cracker Barrel restaurant was robbed at gunpoint Saturday morning, police officials say.

T-storms rattle area
Additional storms are expected today, fire officials say.

Maschke says education is key
Two-term board of education member David Maschke seeks re-election for another four-year term.

Albany mans sets himself on fire
Originally called to a mobile home for a domestic complaint, an encounter with an Albany man turned into something much, much worse, authorities say.