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Sunday, June 16, 2013  Last week, motorists saw a slight increase in both oil and gas prices after President Barack Obama authorized support and arms for Syrian rebels, increasing tensions in an oil-saturated region.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  Several contributors are stepping up to provide financial support for a summer program on Albany State University’s campus according to a press release issued by the University.

Friday, June 07, 2013  Updated with video; As Tropical Storm Andrea makes her way into the southeast, many are seeing heavy rainfall causing dangers to drivers. However, AAA officials and police officers say there are some important tips to follow that can lower your chances of having a rainy day accident.

Monday, June 03, 2013  AAA reports the cost of gas is on a downward trend during the start of June and is likely to continue dropping throughout the week.

Thursday, May 30, 2013  For the first time, the Rotary Club of Albany has awarded college students for their excellence in school.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  Tift County Sheriff's deputies have made an arrest after responding to a call of shots fired.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  AAA says that the price of gas remained stable, despite the large amount of motorists traveling for Memorial Day.

Saturday, May 25, 2013  Updated with video; Traveling this holiday? AAA Travel projects 35 million people will also journey at least 50 miles or more from home during the Memorial Day holiday.

Friday, May 24, 2013  According to the Tifton Gazette, Tifton Police Department’s Lt. Steve Hyman received quite a surprise when he attended a recent meeting with the Tifton Sertoma Club.

Monday, May 20, 2013  Albany Technical College is leading the state in technical college graduates but President Dr. Anthony Parker says the current graduation rate isn't high enough.

Monday, May 20, 2013  Gas prices stayed unchanged and are expected to stay that way leading up to Memorial Day according to new reports released by AAA.

Monday, May 13, 2013  The Auto Club Group reports that gas prices stayed relatively stable last week despite oil prices yo-yoing.

Sunday, May 12, 2013  Updated with video; Sam’s Club in Albany held their monthly health screening Saturday. This month’s focus is on having healthy skin and a healthy weight.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Albany Boys and Girls Club held a graduation ceremony Thursday evening for a group of young men who are now equipped to combat teen pregnancy and STDs.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  In an email released Tuesday afternoon by Albany Recreation and Parks Director Suzanne Davis, the fireworks are back on for Albany.