Dougherty County Commission chairman delays discussion of jail renovations
“This has to be done. We don’t have any other choice. It’s a constitutional obligation.”
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Combos Marathon and Half-Marathon set for Saturday in Albany
The Albany Marathon, Inc. donates race proceeds to the Willson Hospice House every year. To date, the Marathon has donated more than $365,000 to hospice.
Sallay Jusu sworn in as Dougherty County Magistrate Court judge
“I want to be a God-fearing judge, a fair judge, an impartial judge, a judge of service.”
Continuance granted for Camilla mayor accused of interfering in 2024 election
The special election initially was cancelled following the resignations of Ford and Williford on the day prior to the election, leaving no one to open the polling place in downtown Camilla. However, a judge appointed new election workers on Election Day, and the polls opened shortly before 4 p.m., remaining open for the required 12 hours.
Trail legal battle ongoing as Albany legal costs top $91,000
“They’ve now appealed to the Supreme Court after losing twice to try to stall this out further on the promise they made to the citizens of Albany to build a trail."
2026 election season kicks off with qualifying period next week
“Our elderly and disabled voters, please check the box to opt in. They must check the box to opt in. Opt-in is only for voters 65 and older and the disabled.”
Area K-12 students learn about STEM careers during Albany Tech’s Engineering Week
“A kid can come out to Albany Tech and get a two-year degree or a certificate or a diploma and make $60,000 to $90,000 starting out."
Fate of downtown Albany brewery facility under discussion
“I had a great conversation with him. I may agree he (Morgan) may have been villainized over time. I think COVID was his Achilles heel."
Daughter of slain civil rights leader brings story to Albany Civil Rights Institute
“So that morning, I felt his presence over my bed and I looked up and said ‘Daddy, daddy, why do all white people hate us?’ He realized he was talking to an 8-year-old. He realized there was to be an impact, and his statement was ‘Sunshine, there’s good and bad in every race. Always look for the good.’”
Change Center celebrates seven years helping people on recovery journey
“Hope is that spark that can ignite so many other things. I think if you can see someone else get to the other side and live successfully, I think it gives hope.”
Combos Marathon and Half-Marathon set for Saturday in Albany
The Albany Marathon, Inc. donates race proceeds to the Willson Hospice House every year. To date, the Marathon has donated more than $365,000 to hospice.
Sallay Jusu sworn in as Dougherty County Magistrate Court judge
“I want to be a God-fearing judge, a fair judge, an impartial judge, a judge of service.”
Continuance granted for Camilla mayor accused of interfering in 2024 election
The special election initially was cancelled following the resignations of Ford and Williford on the day prior to the election, leaving no one to open the polling place in downtown Camilla. However, a judge appointed new election workers on Election Day, and the polls opened shortly before 4 p.m., remaining open for the required 12 hours.
Trail legal battle ongoing as Albany legal costs top $91,000
“They’ve now appealed to the Supreme Court after losing twice to try to stall this out further on the promise they made to the citizens of Albany to build a trail."
2026 election season kicks off with qualifying period next week
“Our elderly and disabled voters, please check the box to opt in. They must check the box to opt in. Opt-in is only for voters 65 and older and the disabled.”
Area K-12 students learn about STEM careers during Albany Tech’s Engineering Week
“A kid can come out to Albany Tech and get a two-year degree or a certificate or a diploma and make $60,000 to $90,000 starting out."
Fate of downtown Albany brewery facility under discussion
“I had a great conversation with him. I may agree he (Morgan) may have been villainized over time. I think COVID was his Achilles heel."
Daughter of slain civil rights leader brings story to Albany Civil Rights Institute
“So that morning, I felt his presence over my bed and I looked up and said ‘Daddy, daddy, why do all white people hate us?’ He realized he was talking to an 8-year-old. He realized there was to be an impact, and his statement was ‘Sunshine, there’s good and bad in every race. Always look for the good.’”
Change Center celebrates seven years helping people on recovery journey
“Hope is that spark that can ignite so many other things. I think if you can see someone else get to the other side and live successfully, I think it gives hope.”
