PHOTOS: Albany State University New Student Orientation
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The boy who drove the bus and helped build a school system
As Lee County grapples with questions of trust, leadership and the future of public education, the life of Dr. Robert Clay offers a reminder of the community values that helped build one of Georgia's most respected school systems.
Powerful performances drive Theatre Albany’s ‘The Color Purple’
From the street, strands of purple ribbon wind around the white columns of the historic theater, hinting at the story waiting beyond its doors. Inside the foyer, a carefully curated slideshow flickers across a large screen, cycling through the faces of the cast. Some are seasoned performers. Others are stepping onto a stage for the very first time. Teachers stand alongside former students. Parents perform beside their children. People who worship in different churches, work different jobs and come from different corners of Southwest Georgia gather beneath the same lights to tell the same story.
Houston, Ford advance in contentious Lee County school board race
According to unofficial election results, challenger George Parrish Houston led the three-candidate field with 534 votes, or 42%, followed by incumbent Donna Ford with 478 votes, or 37.6%. Candidate Lavendra Shootes received 261 votes, or 20.5%.
PHOTOS: Albany State Excellence in Leadership Awards
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Dwindling group of area musicians always searching for a place to play
Unlike a recent "golden era" of local music, today no more than a handful of local bands performs at a much-smaller number of clubs and venues that offer live music.
Deerfield-Windsor sweeps Terrell Academy
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Jones launches re-election campaign, highlights District 6 progress
Dougherty County Commissioner Anthony Jones says leadership begins with listening. But during a Friday afternoon news conference at Albany City Hall, the District 6 commissioner took a moment to do the talking — officially announcing his bid for reelection.
Leesburg business reflects growing trend toward multi-use downtown spaces
Beyond the pristinely curated lunch spot, owner Sheri Smith has created a small hub of health and wellness services, retail and local partnerships — an example of the type of multi-use business model many small communities are increasingly embracing as they reinvest in historic downtown properties.
Holmes qualifies to run for Labor Commissioner post
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes has officially filed her qualifying paperwork at the Georgia State Capitol to seek a full term.
The boy who drove the bus and helped build a school system
As Lee County grapples with questions of trust, leadership and the future of public education, the life of Dr. Robert Clay offers a reminder of the community values that helped build one of Georgia's most respected school systems.
Powerful performances drive Theatre Albany’s ‘The Color Purple’
From the street, strands of purple ribbon wind around the white columns of the historic theater, hinting at the story waiting beyond its doors. Inside the foyer, a carefully curated slideshow flickers across a large screen, cycling through the faces of the cast. Some are seasoned performers. Others are stepping onto a stage for the very first time. Teachers stand alongside former students. Parents perform beside their children. People who worship in different churches, work different jobs and come from different corners of Southwest Georgia gather beneath the same lights to tell the same story.
Houston, Ford advance in contentious Lee County school board race
According to unofficial election results, challenger George Parrish Houston led the three-candidate field with 534 votes, or 42%, followed by incumbent Donna Ford with 478 votes, or 37.6%. Candidate Lavendra Shootes received 261 votes, or 20.5%.
PHOTOS: Albany State Excellence in Leadership Awards
Click the arrow to scroll through the photos.
Dwindling group of area musicians always searching for a place to play
Unlike a recent "golden era" of local music, today no more than a handful of local bands performs at a much-smaller number of clubs and venues that offer live music.
Deerfield-Windsor sweeps Terrell Academy
Click the arrow to scroll through the photos.
Jones launches re-election campaign, highlights District 6 progress
Dougherty County Commissioner Anthony Jones says leadership begins with listening. But during a Friday afternoon news conference at Albany City Hall, the District 6 commissioner took a moment to do the talking — officially announcing his bid for reelection.
Leesburg business reflects growing trend toward multi-use downtown spaces
Beyond the pristinely curated lunch spot, owner Sheri Smith has created a small hub of health and wellness services, retail and local partnerships — an example of the type of multi-use business model many small communities are increasingly embracing as they reinvest in historic downtown properties.
Holmes qualifies to run for Labor Commissioner post
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes has officially filed her qualifying paperwork at the Georgia State Capitol to seek a full term.
