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Saturday, June 15, 2013  Updated with video; Drivers are soon going to see a big change on one of Leesburg's busiest roads as construction begins this week on Starksville Avenue to ease traffic while making it more aesthetically pleasing.

Thursday, May 30, 2013  After a south Georgia horse tests positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis, health care professionals are warning horse owners to get their animals vaccinated.

Thursday, May 30, 2013  Updated with video; The Lee County Geographical Information System Committee met Wednesday afternoon to talk about updating their database to become more efficient.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  Updated with video; In a 3-2 vote, the Lee County Board of Commissioners decided on Tuesday evening to consolidate their fire and EMS services.

Monday, May 27, 2013  The American Legion Post 182 in Leesburg held a ceremony Monday morning to honor the lives of those who made the ultimate sacrifice, including one of their own, Steve Sutton.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Lee County can finally "Eat Mor Chikin" as the newest location of Chick-fil-A is now open for business in the Lee Crossings Plaza.

Monday, May 06, 2013  Local Southwest Georgia leaders offer some advice to recent college grads.

Monday, April 29, 2013  Experts recommend having you air conditioner serviced by a certified technician before running it this summer.

Monday, April 15, 2013  One Lee County parent is speaking out against bullying inside the Lee County School System.

Monday, April 08, 2013  Luke Bryan's title changed from host of the Academy of Country Music Awards to the show's top winner after he was named Entertainer of the Year Sunday night.

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  The Leesburg City Council voted in their last meeting to go ahead with the next step of the plan to renovate the city’s train depot. Officials say this next step will cost them up to $20,000.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  Georgia Power handed off a $3,000 dollar check today at Kinchafoonee Primary School in Lee County.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  A man was tased twice after leading police on a chase through Lee County.

Monday, March 25, 2013  One southwest Georgia group has taken the challenge to go from the couch to running a 5K by June.

Sunday, February 24, 2013  Updated with video; Runners lined up in front of the Leesburg City Hall on Saturday for the 9/11 Heroes Run to honor those who have sacrificed their lives for our country.