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Friday, April 26, 2013  Updated with video; In Thursday ‘s FOX 31 Facebook story of the day people wanted to know if southwest Georgians think food stamp recipients should be banned from buying soda.

Thursday, April 04, 2013  "The American War in Vietnam: Still One More Lesson to Learn!” is the title of Georgia Southwestern State University’s (GSW) Third World in Perspective Seminar Wednesday, April 10.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  Georgia Agriculture Commissioner, Gary W. Black, announced Tuesday that the official “Shipping Date” for the Vidalia onion season is April 15th.

Monday, March 11, 2013  Judge strikes down NYC's sugary-drinks size rule; enforcement had been set to start Tuesday

Wednesday, February 13, 2013  Updated with video; Speeding down Slappey Blvd might seem like a time-saver, that is until blue lights flash in your rearview mirror.

Friday, February 01, 2013  Regardless of whether you plan to root for the Ravens or the 49-ers on Sunday, chances are you’re one of millions of Americans with plans to watch the 47th annual Super Bowl game.

Monday, January 14, 2013  2nd District Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. issued his thoughts on the passing of long-time Randolph County Sheriff Gary Yochum Sr.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012  The Dougherty County Rotary Club partnered with the SOWEGA Council on Aging on Tuesday to provide presents to senior citizens that are in need.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012  Starting January 1st farmers looking for a discount on supplies will have to adhere to new state rules.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  Booze v Soda: Adults get nearly as many empty calories from alcohol as sugary drinks

Wednesday, October 17, 2012  Politicians around Georgia combine to stand-up against tractor-vehicle accidents on Georgia roadways.

Thursday, October 11, 2012  Darton State College officials see an unexpected record broken involving student enrollment.

Monday, October 01, 2012  Police are investigating a rash of burglaries and entering autos along the avenues and Rawson Drive

Saturday, September 15, 2012  Updated with video; FOX 31 has learned by an open records request that the Albany Police Chief is recommending termination of officer Gary Price.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012  The third day of tribunal cases surrounding the 2009 CRCT scandal began on Tuesday morning and the tribunal has recommended renewing the principal's contract.