Latest news, weather and high school sports for Albany and Southwest Georgia

Monday, February 25, 2013  For our Facebook story of the day people wanted to know how to get rid of mosquitoes in their yard.

Friday, November 16, 2012  Updated with video; In a special report, find out how we can reduce the number of dogs put down each year.

Monday, August 27, 2012  Summer is a time when we see more mosquitoes and for FOX 31’s Facebook story of the day, locals wanted to know whether or not the spray officials use the keep the insects at bay is harmful to pets.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012  Updated with video; A 64-year-old man is recovering in the hospital from the first reported case of West Nile Virus in Southwest Health District history.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012  Updated with video; Farmers may be doing the rain dance, but what may seem like a much-needed break from the drought may bring a different set of issues in the near future -- like mosquito breeding.

Friday, July 29, 2011  Although the exceptional drought conditions have worked against local farmers, they have helped trim the mosquito population, stifling the breeding season this spring.

Tuesday, February 08, 2011  Two metro Atlanta counties and several municipalities have begun requiring owners of vacant properties to register and pay a fee.

Monday, January 24, 2011  Southwest Georgia health officials are investigating an alarming increase in the number of flu cases among children. The latest CDC report shows increased flu and hospitalization rates – especially among children.

Thursday, February 04, 2010  US-born giant pandas, beloved by multitudes, leaving zoos in DC, Atlanta for breeding in China

Wednesday, November 25, 2009  An animal rights organization says the use of a live bulldog mascot contributes to the breed's health problems and wants the University of Georgia to consider an alternative.

Tuesday, May 05, 2009  Southwest District Health Director Dr. Jacqueline Grant declared a health emergency in 13 counties hard-hit by flooding, then swamped by mosquitoes breeding in the overabundant water.