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Private $37 million fiber investment aims to boost Albany’s digital future

Construction is underway on what could become one of the largest privately funded infrastructure investments in Albany's recent history, as fiber internet provider Wire 3 begins building a $37 million network expected to bring high-speed internet service to more than 37,000 homes and businesses over the next 12 to 18 months.

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Dougherty sheriff’s summer camp celebrates 30th year

“There was no need to start something new when you’ve got somebody who’s already doing it. We provided a safe place for the kids and kept them off the streets.”

Monroe basketball runs past Thomas County Central

Summer basketball victories don't show up in the standings, but for Monroe head coach Michael Hoffpauir, Monday's 66-44 win over Thomas County Central offered another encouraging sign that the Tornadoes' next generation is beginning to find its footing.

Jonny’s Angels launches in Albany to support parents, siblings living with loss of a child

Eventually, Anderson hopes Johnny's Angels becomes something much larger — a nationwide network of support groups, mentors and resources for families who have lost children, something she says she would have clung to during the dark days following her son's death.

Public opposition sinks proposed Lee County solar farm

The proposal, submitted by Atlanta-based Inman Solar on behalf of the Stovall family, would have allowed construction of a 15.75-megawatt solar energy system on roughly 69 acres of the property. County planning staff and the Planning Commission had both recommended denial before the matter reached commissioners for final consideration.

Albany Commission eyes another draft at downtown brewery

The city of Albany struck out in its first attempt to find an operator for a downtown brewery. The city owns the building and equipment on Pine Avenue and is seeking a Brewer interested in expanding into the Good Life City.

Residents rally behind Lee schools as accountability questions persist

That argument surfaced repeatedly during a recent meeting of the Lee County Board of Tax Assessors, where officials, citizens and school system representatives discussed the coding error that contributed to incorrect rollback calculations and higher-than-expected tax collections.

Search of Dougherty residence leads to seizure of guns, cash, suspected marijuana

Police seized about 10 ounces of suspected marijuana, three rifles, a handgun and other items during the Tuesday search.

Teachers tell Dougherty School Board classroom realities must shape education policy

The presentation, delivered by educators affiliated with SOWEGA Rising, focused on teacher advocacy, literacy support, student mental health, educator retention and equitable school funding while also highlighting growing efforts among southwest Georgia educators to engage more directly in state-level education policy discussions.

‘Work-Based Learning Program’ launches Dougherty high school students into full-time jobs

“This is our first year in partnership with Webstaurant, and it’s already showing results,” Schools Superintendent Ken Dyer told a Herald reporter after the ceremony. “We’re excited for them. It’s a mutually beneficial partnership.

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