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Monday, September 17, 2012  The average price per gallon of gas in Georgia is $3.77.

Thursday, June 07, 2012  Receiving an education to get a job is an age-old concept, but what about the idea of getting an education to promote economic growth? Business owners believe there is a direct correlation and it could mean everything for our community.

Friday, April 27, 2012  Growth likely dipped in January-March quarter, but outlook for all of 2012 appears brighter

Monday, April 16, 2012  In honor of the 26th Annual Community Development Week, The City of Albany, Georgia Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) would like to share with the community, our partners, and our political representatives the positive results we have achieved and continue to achieve in partnership with and for the community, local residents, and businesses.

Thursday, March 22, 2012  Updated with video; The task of bringing more business to the good life city is the goal of the Economic Development Commission.

Tuesday, December 27, 2011  Updated with video; Viewers wanted to know what people are hopeful for on a personal, local and national level for the new year.

Friday, July 29, 2011  Economy's growth in first half of this year likely the weakest since the recession ended

Tuesday, May 17, 2011  Mage Solar says Albany is a great environment for solar power and that it could help economic growth in the city and state.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011  Ted Clem of the E.D.C. said the commission is making progress in attracting new businesses to the area.

Friday, February 04, 2011  January employment report expected to show modest gains in hiring as economy picks up.

Monday, October 25, 2010  A new survey finds that forecasters have lowered their expectations about the pace of the economic recovery.

Friday, July 09, 2010  A new study shows the University System of Georgia has a more than $12 billion impact on the state.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010  A member of the Obama Administration spoke to students at Albany State University about how they are vital to economic growth.

Thursday, January 21, 2010  Economists say southwest Georgia will most likely see job growth in the second half of 2010.

Wednesday, June 17, 2009  State and federal officials have signed off on 11sewer and water projects costing $91 million that are designed to improve infrastructure systems throughout Georgia.