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Monday, March 18, 2013  Dougherty County School System officials are ready to vote on a proposal to possibly close three schools.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012  The Christmas season can be a joyful time for some, but for others it’s a financial burden that comes once a year, and sticks around for the year to come. Residents around Albany say although it may be a happy season, it can turn cold quickly.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  AT&T cell phone carriers are getting an early Christmas gift from the company.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012  Updated with video; Parents and community members are heated over a proposal to turn Albany High School into a charter school. The proposal is set to be reviewed by the Dougherty County Board of Education on Wednesday.

Wednesday, February 22, 2012  Updated with video; Go inside the wedding dress world to see if it’s really as fun as it looks on TV.

Wednesday, September 07, 2011  Business consultants say there is no fixed cost for starting a business, that it depends on the type of business. Local resources are available to help.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010  Commissioners wrestle with which plan will provide the best coverage while being cost effective.

Thursday, May 20, 2010  The second day of a law enforcement seminar held at the Albany Police Department centered on gangs and how they affect the community.

Tuesday, May 18, 2010  Albany police started a three-day seminar on violence prevention, leadership and ethics Tuesday with the help of a consultant who also works with the Detroit Police Department.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010  The Women’s Health Initiative at the University of Pittsburgh cites a connection between heart health and breast feeding.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009  Grady Memorial Hospital spent nearly a million dollars over nearly two years flying in a New England-based consultant to run its patient revenue department.