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

Saturday, June 15, 2013  Updated with video; Drivers are soon going to see a big change on one of Leesburg's busiest roads as construction begins this week on Starksville Avenue to ease traffic while making it more aesthetically pleasing.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  ProBuild in Lee County held a ribbon cutting Thursday morning for their new showroom.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  Updated with video; The Lee County Board of Commissioners discussed their options of how to deal with drainage problems caused by the recent rainfall during their meeting on Tuesday evening.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  Updated with video; The Georgia State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a morning fire that damaged a Lee County home.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  Updated with video; The Lee County Board of Education met this evening to begin their summer session, and work out logistics for the upcoming school year.

Monday, June 03, 2013  The Lee County Sheriff's Office is warning the public about a scam going on in and outside of the area.

Friday, May 31, 2013  Updated with video; School is out in Southwest Georgia and although many kids will spend their days in camp, there are plenty who will stay at home alone.

Thursday, May 30, 2013  Updated with video; The Lee County Geographical Information System Committee met Wednesday afternoon to talk about updating their database to become more efficient.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  Updated with video; In a 3-2 vote, the Lee County Board of Commissioners decided on Tuesday evening to consolidate their fire and EMS services.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  Updated with video; Lee County BOC Finance Meeting

Monday, May 27, 2013  Local fire officials say now that many residents are cracking open their long-lost grill, there are many safety tips you should follow from preparation to clean up no matter what type of grill you're using.

Saturday, May 25, 2013  Updated with video; Hearing your name called at graduation as you cross the stage is a pretty big deal, and for one Lee County High graduate, it means even more.

Friday, May 24, 2013  Updated with video; The Veterans of Foreign Wars are lending their support to a group of young football players.

Wednesday, May 22, 2013  Updated with video; The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is teaming with Albany Crime Stoppers to get criminals off the street.

Monday, May 20, 2013  The Lee County Board of Commissioners Finance Committee met on Monday afternoon to continue looking over the final portions of next year's budget.