Phoebe Putney Health System broke ground Thursday on Phoebe Urgent Care at Marlow, a new clinic planned for the corner of Highway 82 and Marlow Lane in southwest Lee County. The project had originally been slated to begin construction in early 2025.
During a visit Friday to Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School, Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods formally recognized several district schools as leaders under the Georgia Department of Education’s Math and Literacy initiative, a program that rewards either high proficiency or significant year-over-year growth on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System.
The Youth of the Year honor, the Boys & Girls Clubs’ highest recognition, is awarded annually to a teen who exemplifies academic success, leadership, service and character — a distinction that often opens doors to scholarships, regional competition and long-term opportunity.
A quiet footbridge at Pirates Cove Nature Park could soon become a place of remembrance and healing for pet owners.
Mathis outlined a platform centered on strengthening financial oversight, reducing what he called wasteful spending, rebuilding reserves and prioritizing essential services. He tied those efforts directly to broader outcomes such as infrastructure improvements, public safety and economic growth.
The finale is dedicated to the memory of Steve Parker, a longtime Albany musician and Chorale member who died last year after a terminal illness. Parker, known to many as the owner of Parker Music, spent decades supporting local music — often lending instruments or performing alongside the group.
District officials project a year-end general fund deficit of approximately $4.7 million, even as revenues come in about $1.6 million higher than anticipated. The system is expected to rely on its fund balance to close the gap through June 30.
“Love Without Limits,” hosted by Pastors Kim and Maurice Johnson, will be held locally in partnership with EEI Ministries, led by Dr. Lawrence Floyd, senior pastor and founder.
A recent update delivered to the Terrell County Board of Commissioners by Seth McAllister, the county’s Extension agent, underscored the severity of the situation, pointing to D4 — or “exceptional drought” — conditions affecting wells across parts of the county, along with early signs of reduced wheat yields.
Michael Nix is charged with malice murder in connection to the shooting of Lorne Odom at an Albany pool hall in 2024.
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