Albany Herald

Pay the fine. Skip the permit?

A unanimous vote Wednesday approving retroactive renovations on a 1918 Craftsman duplex at 412 W. Residence Ave. quickly evolved into a broader discussion over repeat violations, contractor accountability and whether the city's existing penalties are sufficient to deter property owners who bypass Albany's historic preservation review process.

Albany Herald – August 6, 2026

DCSS logistics team recognized among nation's best... Albany Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director... Lee Commissioners to vote Aug. 11 on roundabout after

Classifieds – August 6, 2026

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DCSS logistics team recognized among nation’s best in procurement

For the second consecutive year, the Dougherty County School System has earned one of the nation's highest honors in public purchasing, placing the district among just 30 school districts nationwide recognized for excellence in procurement.

Albany Herald – August 4, 2026

Phoebe among world's first hospitals to use... Roaming 'gator causes a stir in... Dougherty County schools target chronic absenteeism with...

Classifieds – August 4, 2026

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Albany Herald – August 1, 2026

Seeing beyond the Miss Georgia Volunteer 2027 crown... She moved to Lee County for... Albany Skaters get a win with...

Classifieds – August 1, 2026

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Lee Commissioners to vote Aug. 11 on roundabout after 48 emergency calls since 2021

Lee County commissioners will decide Aug. 11 whether to apply for state funding to build a $2.3 million roundabout at a three-way cluster of intersections where emergency responders have been dispatched 48 times since 2021.

Dougherty schools target chronic absenteeism with proposed truancy officer

After chronic absenteeism more than tripled during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dougherty County School System leaders say the district now has enough attendance cases to justify hiring a full-time truancy officer as part of a broader effort to reconnect students and families with schools.

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