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Thursday, June 13, 2013  Long-running study on Internet use finds 86 percent of Americans are online and most believe Big Brother is watching

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  Updated with video; Nashville Georgia residents and students are rocking out after a traveling Smithsonian exhibit has called the city home since May 18th.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  Updated with video. The American Red Cross held their monthly blood drive at the Cordele Community Clubhouse as a way to collect more blood as we head into the summer, which is one of the most in-demand seasons for donors.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  House Speaker Boehner predicts Congress can pass sweeping immigration legislation this year

Friday, June 07, 2013  Eddie Ballard was arrested Wednesday on warrants filed by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for attempting to dig up arrowheads and other Native American artifacts.

Sunday, June 02, 2013  Updated with video; In the wake of the massive devastation in Oklahoma, some local motorcycle racers are doing their part to raise awareness and help the people in need.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  Since most employers of skilled trades require applicants to own the basic tools they would use on the job, funds included in the Bank of America grant will be used to provide a competitive opportunity for graduating students to be more marketable/employable than they might otherwise be without these tools.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  Updated with video; Flint River Habitat for Humanity has received a $3,000 check to put towards building two new homes.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  Canadians find many goods are a lot less expensive on the U.S. side of the border.

Monday, May 27, 2013  Bugles across America was started several years back to ensure that every veteran had a bugle player to play Taps at their funeral.

Monday, May 27, 2013  Many of you have probably raised the American flag over the last few days, however what happens when 'Old Glory' becomes too faded and tattered to display?

Monday, May 27, 2013  As families head out to the pool or lake for Memorial Day, health professionals are stressing water safety.

Sunday, May 26, 2013  The American Legion: Post 30 in Albany, along with veterans from around Southwest Georgia honored those that gave the ultimate sacrifice in battle this afternoon.

Sunday, May 26, 2013  Updated with video; The Carmike Wynnsong Theater off Ledo Road held a blood drive this afternoon through the American Red Cross.

Friday, May 24, 2013  Boy Scouts approve plan to accept openly gay boys as Scouts, but controversy likely to persist