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Tuesday, April 16, 2013  Melissa Childs is nominated for the Dougherty County School System Teacher of the Year.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  Rick Hoyt has run, biked and swum with his father in 1,092 races — including 252 triathlons, 70 marathons and 95 half-marathons — over the past 34 years, including a wartime race in El Salvador in which they had to be escorted by armed men.

Wednesday, May 02, 2012  Elizabeth Arnold is a teaches at Albany High School and is one of the eight finalists for DCSS teacher of the year.

Monday, January 23, 2012  Updated with video; Merry Acres Academy of Medical Arts students were introduced to Phoebe medical professionals who gave them a glimpse into what life may be like if they choose a future in medicine.

Tuesday, December 06, 2011  Updated with video; Darton College honor students are using their literary skills to uplift the less fortunate this holiday season.

Friday, November 18, 2011  Updated with video; One southwest Georgia girl says you don't have to be a grown up to make an impact on the world.

Tuesday, January 18, 2011  Dozens of students participate in the inaugural MLK Jr. Dream Summit.

Thursday, September 30, 2010  Inspirational Speaker Kirk Nugent spoke about his experiences to Albany State freshmen and sophomores, hoping to inspire them to pursue their passions.

Saturday, December 26, 2009  Scott Rigsby writes about the accident, the training, and how he made history becoming the first double amputee to complete the Hawaii Ironman Triathalon.