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Leesburg to launch first farmers market aimed at boosting downtown economy

Set against a region where economic conditions can vary dramatically within just a few miles, the “Harvest on Walnut” Farmer’s Market could offer a small but meaningful step toward bridging those gaps. By creating a direct pipeline between local producers and consumers, the market keeps more dollars circulating within the community while lowering barriers for small-scale entrepreneurs to generate income.

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Panama City Beach tightens spring break rules amid travel delays and last year’s violence

For many in southwest Georgia, Panama City Beach, Fla. — about a four-hour drive from Albany — has long been a go-to spring break destination.

CareSource Foundation awards $150,000 to strengthen health care access in southwest Georgia

Albany Area Primary Health Care Inc. and the Sowega Council on Aging have each been awarded $75,000 as part of the 2025 CareSource Foundation Grant Challenge.  

Wales native joins Albany Herald staff

"It was quite the year, quite the introduction to southwest Georgia."

Saving Grace Kidney Foundation to host first community awareness event

The Saving Grace Kidney Foundation works to educate, support and advocate for dialysis and post-transplant patients. The organization provides education and support for patients undergoing dialysis or living after a transplant, including workshops, informational materials and one-on-one mentoring to help patients understand dialysis and explore transplant options.

Candidates qualify for May 19 general primary election

Qualifying for local primary elections are registered with the candidate’s respective party.

How can Braves can replace Profar’s production in lineup?

Once the appeal process is complete, Braves players and coaches might have more to say about Jurickson Profar again testing positive for a banned performance-enhancing substance.

Metter girls end Terrell County’s season in Elite Eight

A battle from start to finish and the Lady Greenwave fell four points short.

Seven Lee County Trojans sign letters of intent

One by one, they took their seats, signed their names and looked out over the field where their high school careers had unfolded.

Albany/Dougherty Land Bank Authority could grow from five to seven members

“The primary function is to take tax-delinquent property and put it in new hands, to promote ownership (with) somebody who will take care of it, hopefully for residential ownership."

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