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South Ga. Back-to-School dates 2024-2025
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - With the school year around the corner, many parents are preparing to send their children back to school. Save these dates and click the links to see the full posted schedule presented by your school district of when your child is ready to go back. And...
Lady veterans, active-duty servicewomen honored
ALBANY — The American Legion Auxiliary Albany Unit 30 honored 14 female veterans and active-duty military personnel recently with a special high tea. This event was held as a tribute to four lady veterans and 10 active-duty military servicewomen stationed at Marine Corps Logistics Base-Albany. Guests enjoyed a selection of fine teas, accompanied by an array of finger sandwiches, scones and ...
Albany City Commission proposed Sunday alcohol sales
ALBANY, Ga. – A major decision in the city of Albany will be on the ballot this November. As the city commission is looking to approve Sunday alcohol sales within the Good Life City. We caught up with Ward 1 Commissioner Jon Howard Wednesday afternoon about the decision regarding...
Miss GA and Miss GA Teen make a stop by WALB
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Miss Georgia and Miss Georgia Teen stopped by the WALB studio Tuesday to join WALB’s Karla Heath-Sands on Dialogue. Ludwidg Louizaire, also known as Lulu, is the current Miss Georgia, and Carrington Manous is the current Miss Georgia Teen. Throughout their reign and preparation for...
Albany State to name new Early Childhood Center to honor former president
ALBANY — Albany State University will see new growth on campus in the near future. In addition to the $11.9M Nursing and Health Sciences Simulation Center and the ongoing renovations, the University System of Georgia Board of Regents has approved two new building projects, including a major renovation and the naming of a building to honor former ASU President Portia Holmes-Shields. “Thank you ...
Albany City Commission announces proposed property tax increase
ALBANY, Ga. – On Monday, July 22, the City of Albany Board of Commissioners announced its intentions to increase the 2024 property taxes it will levy this year by 12.17 percent over the rollback millage rate. Each year, the board of tax assessors is required to review the assessed...
Albany City Commission names two finalists for city manager's position
ALBANY – The Albany City Commission narrowed its field of candidates for the next city manager down to two on Tuesday night, with both of the finalists being familiar faces to the body. In a unanimous vote, commissioners selected city CFO Derrick Brown, currently serving as interim city manager, and Terrell Jacobs, who was a finalist in 2015 when the commission ultimately selected former City ...
Dougherty County Police Department presents National Night Out 2024
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - National Night Out is coming up again. The Dougherty County (DOCO) Police Department is presenting National Night Out 2024 on Thursday, July 25 between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Attendees can find the event at the Exchange Club of Albany Fairground at 819 South Westover Boulevard...
Albany’s seasonal unemployment rate rises
ATLANTA — Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Albany recorded an unemployment rate of 4.8% in June, up seven-tenths of a percent over-the-month. A year ago, the rate was 4.2%. “Georgia is where opportunities abound, and innovation thrives,” Thompson said. “Every summer, our students and seasonal workers inject our work force with a fresh wave of talent and energy. ...
AT&T Expands Fiber Network in Albany
AT&T Fiber is available to nearly 16,000 residential and business locations in parts of the Albany community. The expanded network will give more customers access to super-fast internet speeds up to 5-Gigs. “Access to fiber internet is essential in how the City of Albany meets the demands of today and...
Albany Area Chamber’s Albany Under 40 Awards Now Accepting Nominations
Albany Under 40 honors and celebrates the Albany Area’s emerging professionals who excel in their careers and actively contribute to the betterment of our community. This prestigious awards program recognizes young professionals under the age of 40 who have distinguished themselves in their respective industries and are committed to creating a stronger, healthier region through their leadership and achievements.
Infographic for Dougherty County: Prenatal Diets and Autism Risks
Why This Matters to YouA new study has revealed that expectant mothers who stick to a healthy diet during pregnancy may reduce their child's risk of autism. These new findings, spanning two large cohorts in Norway and England, offer new insights into the potential impact of prenatal nutrition on child development. This makes it highly relevant for all expectant parents across America, including right here in Dougherty County, Georgia.You can view the article by selecting your county here.Want more personalized health news? Written by doctors? Signup Today. Yes, It's free.Here are 4 key takeaways to know about your pregnancy and...
Albany’s Blair Blackburn Elected to Leadership GBA Board of Directors
Blair Blackburn, chief financial officer at AB&T in Albany, has been elected by her peers in South Georgia to serve a three-year term on the Leadership GBA Board of Directors. Leadership GBA supports the advancement of career bankers by providing leadership development training, serving as a forum through which career bankers can network and exchange ideas and promoting industry advocacy activities at the local, state and federal levels.
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