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Wednesday, June 05, 2013  On Monday, June 3, 2013 investigators from the Special Operations Division of the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at the residence of Wesley White at 214 Hollywood Street, Valdosta. The service of this warrant was the culmination of a lengthy investigation of White’s involvement in illegal narcotic distribution and his participation in a street gang.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  Southwest Food Distribution announced they will add new jobs and business to its facility in Cordele.

Monday, November 05, 2012  In addition to a public meeting being held about the Downtown Post Office, the United States Postal Service has announced the closing date for the postal processing facility in Albany.

Tuesday, April 24, 2012  Updated with video; The Coca-Cola distribution center in Albany has been sitting vacant for three years now.

Saturday, April 07, 2012  The wife of a Ben Hill County Sheriff's Drug Agent is behind bars.

Thursday, March 15, 2012  Updated with video; The Albany-Dougherty Drug Unit and other law enforcement agencies are asking for the public's help in getting a suspected cocaine dealer off the streets.

Wednesday, March 07, 2012  Ballots were cast all across Georgia for the Presidential primary on Tuesday.

Tuesday, February 28, 2012  Eight Southwest Georgians are sentenced for drug-related charges, announces James U.S. Attorney Michael Moore, Middle District of Georgia.

Friday, February 24, 2012  USPS officials say there are no exact numbers as to how many will lose their jobs as a result of the Albany processing center closing and moving operations to Florida.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011  The USPS is holding a meeting about the future of mail processing in Albany.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011  New construction is coming to Albany!

Thursday, August 11, 2011  A drug bust in Tift County leads to the arrest of the Murrells.

Friday, February 11, 2011  A Crisp County veterinarian is busted for allegedly using his home and office for a marijuana growing center.

Saturday, January 29, 2011  Two Southwest Georgia sex offenders were sentenced to federal prison Thursday.

Friday, January 28, 2011  Three Southwest Georgia drug dealers are headed to federal prison after pleading guilty to possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine.