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Community news from around South Georgia

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By Romney Smith2 hours, 33 minutes ago
Albany law enforcement officials say there’s been a sharp increase of counterfeit bills circulating around South Slappey Boulevard.
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By Jeff AbelnToday at 3:22 p.m.
The building will be used to further improve Albany Tech’s logistics program.
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By Jeff AbelnToday at 12:42 p.m.
Friday, they set up in front of the West Police District on Dawson Road and collected at least 30 cans by noon.
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By Romney SmithYesterday at 10:21 p.m.
The Junior League of Albany hosted “The Good Life Glamour Fashion Show” to raise money for two charities.
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By Romney SmithWednesday, November 18, 2009
The purpose of the program was to raise homelessness awareness and to celebrate the accomplishments of the program participants.
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By Romney SmithWednesday, November 18, 2009
The Southwest Georgia Food Bank is hosting its annual food drive over the next few days and they’re issuing a big challenge to Albany.
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By Ashley KnightWednesday, November 18, 2009
Local law enforcement officials held a workshop in Albany today, educating parents on how to strengthen their family and their community.
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By Ashley KnightWednesday, November 18, 2009
Since the Albany Payroll Development Authority took ownership of the old Macgregor facility, the Economic Development Commission has been working to spruce it up for prospective tenants.
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By Jeff AbelnWednesday, November 18, 2009
The 12-member crew was formed in January 2009.
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By Romney SmithTuesday, November 17, 2009
The Lily Pad Sane Center held a ribbon cutting ceremony today to celebrate its new location.
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By Ashley KnightTuesday, November 17, 2009
Looks like the City of Albany is inching closer to clinching a deal with a new Indoor Arena Football Team.
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By Ashley KnightTuesday, November 17, 2009
Code Enforcement went before the City Commission Tuesday to ask for money to demolish more dilapidated structures.
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By Romney SmithMonday, November 16, 2009
This morning local officials proclaimed today as Albany’s Neighborhood Watch Association Day.
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By Jeff AbelnSaturday, November 14, 2009
The Albany Dougherty Coalition to End Homelessness along with many other groups hosted a community resource fair.  Several homeless people turned out to receive free health screenings, listen in on workshops, and had a free lunch.
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By Jeff AbelnSaturday, November 14, 2009
Bikers brought toys and donated money to help the less fortunate as the holidays approach.  About 150 bikers turned out.
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By Jeff AbelnSaturday, November 14, 2009
A joint effort by Harvest Temple and Mount Calvary hosted a day full of fellowship where kids played basketball, football, at enjoyed food off the grill.
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By Ashley KnightFriday, November 13, 2009
Experts say bullying is a problem that has only gotten worse over time, and some believe it's the parents that are in the dark.
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By Jeff AbelnFriday, November 13, 2009
Friday FOX 31 News hit the streets to see if people buy into the superstitions and to see if anything weird happened to them.
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By Romney SmithThursday, November 12, 2009
Pictures and videos posted online can haunt people months or years later and possibly affect your job.
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By Romney SmithThursday, November 12, 2009
The Albany ARC held its annual awards banquet this evening honoring those who contribute to their organization.
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By Romney SmithThursday, November 12, 2009
The Lee County Chamber of Commerce held its annual awards banquet Thursday evening honoring those who give back to the community.
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By Jeff AbelnThursday, November 12, 2009
WFXL will present an encore showing of “Southern Swingers” this weekend on FOX 31 News at 10.  Part one will air on Saturday and part two on Sunday.
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By Romney SmithWednesday, November 11, 2009
Young girls learning how to sew celebrated Veterans Day by sewing pillows for troops.
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By Ashley KnightWednesday, November 11, 2009
The Albany Fire Department improves its fire protection rating with the Insurance Services Office, or ISO.
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By Ashley KnightWednesday, November 11, 2009
The Flint River is a precious resource to those in southwest Georgia--but it may soon become a dwindling resource.
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