Latest news, weather and high school sports for Albany and Southwest Georgia

Yesterday at 5:18 PM  When the temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat stroke for your pet and animal experts say you need to follow certain tips and closely monitor your pet's behavior to make sure they don't become a victim.

Tuesday, July 24, 2012  Updated with video; Starting this week many students are heading back to school for band camp. As they prepare for the new year, they're also having to brave high temperatures.

Tuesday, July 10, 2012  Updated with video; In our Facebook story of the day, people wanted to know if the drought is affecting the Flint River.

Friday, July 06, 2012  Updated with video; Triple digit temperatures will continue throughout the summer and into the fall.

Friday, July 06, 2012  Animal lovers are keeping pet grooming businesses busy by taking advantage of a two-for-one deal.

Friday, July 06, 2012  Who knows the woes of outdoor labor during the heat more than a construction worker?

Friday, June 29, 2012  Updated with video; Albany residents were looking for any shade they could find Friday as temperatures topped 100 degrees.

Thursday, June 21, 2012  Another day of high heat in the 90s expected for Northeast, after record-breaking 1st day

Wednesday, June 20, 2012  Hot temperatures make the training more realistic for firefighters.

Wednesday, July 20, 2011  Huge heat 'dome' traps much of United States in pressure cooker with high temps and humidity

Wednesday, June 15, 2011  The SOWEGA Council on Aging is looking for donated air conditioners and fans to help senior citizens in the triple-digit temperatures.

Thursday, June 09, 2011  Not even summer yet: Heat grips half the country; scientists say sign of things to come