Local & State Headlines

Baker sheriff out of office
He’s no longer sheriff in Baker County, but Isaac Anderson will try to remain a candidate for sheriff in November.

Worker arrested on gun charge
An employee with the Albany Housing Authority is charged with having a weapon on school property during a conference trip.

Dougherty OKs health card plan
Dougherty County Commissioners approve a plan to provide discount prescription cards in the county.

Lee: Schools will be ready
Work continues on two new Lee County schools set to open for the 2008-2009 school year.

APD: Pedestrians hurt in hit-and-run
The Albany Police Department is investigating a Monday-morning hit-and-run accident involving two pedestrians.