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Monday, September 24, 2012  Three plans for county revenue enhancements were presented to the Dougherty County Board of Commissioners on Monday morning for consideration.

Thursday, July 19, 2012  Shirley Smith has lost her appeal in her case against former Albany city manager, Al Lott.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  Updated with video; Two Dougherty County School System employees are under investigation for falsifying information in order to get their child free or reduced meals.

Monday, July 02, 2012  The Dougherty County School System's Finance Committee met Monday afternoon to discuss the yearly grants that the system receives.

Wednesday, May 09, 2012  Updated with video; Among other things, city commissioners need to reduce services, raise taxes, or a little of both if they plan on having a balanced budget come July. And raising taxes by a little may not garner enough revenue.

Friday, April 20, 2012  Dougherty County school officials say closing Magnolia Elementary would save $950,000; teachers could apply to other system jobs.

Tuesday, April 10, 2012  Updated with video; Also in Monday night’s meeting, the board approved a waiver to have the flexibility to add five students to a classroom.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011  Updated with video; What exactly are the requirements for being approved for the free or reduced meal program in Dougherty County schools?

Wednesday, December 07, 2011  Updated with video; The Dougherty County School System's Finance Committee discussed several items Tuesday that will affect parents.

Wednesday, October 05, 2011  City employees will see a rate increase this year in their healthcare.

Thursday, September 29, 2011  The Dougherty County School System Finance Committee voted to approve a tax-anticipation note of 10 million dollars.

Tuesday, August 02, 2011  Updated with video; Albany City Commissioner Tommie Postell wants to set up a meeting between City Commissioners and commissioners on the Water, Gas and Light board.

Tuesday, July 21, 2009  Albany’s millage rate will remain at 9.157—which means property taxes will not increase in the city.