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Thursday, July 19, 2012  Updated with video; The Albany Downtown Merchant Association has chosen a business with global flair as their “Merchant of the Quarter.”

Tuesday, January 31, 2012  Updated with video; Professionals say awards, such as Albany Tech's GOAL award, will make applicants stand out in this economy that could go either way.

Friday, October 14, 2011  An arts movement in Downtown Albany helped to inspire a group to create the Downtown Arts Coalition,

Wednesday, October 12, 2011  It's been one year since Albany Downtown Manager Aaron Blair began work on revitalizing the area. Where does Downtown Albany stand one year later?

Tuesday, October 04, 2011  Downtown Albany store Global Essence is serving as the venue for a new "open mic" session for local poets, musicians and spoken word artists.

Friday, August 19, 2011  Downtown Albany Consignment Shop Verge is branching out and starting a fragrance line.

Thursday, May 19, 2011  Local college students are utilizing the lessons they learn in class to build their own businesses in Downtown Albany.

Saturday, April 30, 2011  Downtown Albany is growing!

Friday, April 29, 2011  Southwest Georgians pack the new Downtown Fresh Market for its dedication ceremony and fill up the parking deck for inaugural Nights @ dtown.

Wednesday, April 06, 2011  The former Albany NAACP President says there need to be more African-American owned businesses downtown and an expansion of area boundaries. ADICA also announces store openings and new promotion projects.

Monday, March 28, 2011  Verge, an upscale consignment shop is one of the newest additions to downtown Albany. Located in the old Churchwell’s building, Verge is not only a great place to shop for fashion but it turns out this business is also eco-friendly.  Check it out in this week’s Go Green.

Wednesday, March 16, 2011  Business is blossoming in Downtown Albany – three new shops are planting their seeds in the developing area.