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Thursday, November 29, 2012  They are accused causing significant head injuries and burns to a 3-year-old boy before fleeing New Hampshire.

Friday, November 23, 2012  Inventory isn't the only thing stores are stocking up on this year. Studies show seasonal hiring is at its highest level in the past five years and shoppers say they're buying into this new trend.

Tuesday, September 25, 2012  Toys “R” Us is gearing up for the holiday season by setting out to hire thousands across the United States.

Monday, July 16, 2012  Updated with video; Each year Lee County Elementary School holds a one-day event, progressive ag safety day, that teaches children safety lessons that can keep them and those around them safe at home, or out in the community.

Tuesday, July 10, 2012  Senate Democrats pushing tax cuts for companies that hire workers, give raises, buy equipment

Thursday, June 07, 2012  Updated with video; A University System of Georgia budget allocation of $1 million will make it possible to increase the faculty pool at Albany State University by fall 2012, according to the ASU Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Abiodun Ojemakinde.

Saturday, March 24, 2012  Updated with video; David Cheshire wants to be the next Lee Co. sheriff.

Thursday, March 22, 2012  Gay rights advocates revel after New Hampshire lawmakers kill measure to repeal same-sex marriage

Tuesday, March 13, 2012  Updated with video; Colleges such as Harvard University and the University of Scranton are spending their spring break building houses in Albany.

Monday, February 13, 2012  Updated with video; Wild Adventures Theme Park is holding a job fair on Wednesday and Thursday to hire 200 employees for positions that span the entire park.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012  Updated with video: Mitt Romney sweeps New Hampshire to cement top status; Ron Paul second.

Monday, January 09, 2012  Time running short to stop Romney in New Hampshire, rivals make final appeals in first primary state

Friday, January 06, 2012  Romney's rivals toss pejoratives his way to try to slow down his drive for victory in New Hampshire

Wednesday, January 04, 2012  Rep. Paul says third-place showing in Iowa strong enough to keep him in play for GOP nod

Wednesday, January 04, 2012  Former Gov. Romney pleased with Iowa results, acknowledges he faces long road to nomination