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Monday, August 20, 2012  Updated with video; Dougherty County Police Chief Don Cheek is hailing the recent National Night Out as a success.

Wednesday, August 08, 2012  The Albany Police Department held their own, "Night Out" event Tuesday at the Albany Civic Center.

Friday, August 03, 2012  Updated with video; One night after Dougherty County held their, "Night Out" event, the city of Sylvester held their own to promote a deeper relationship between public servants and the community.

Thursday, August 02, 2012  Updated with video; The Dougherty County National Night Out was held Thursday bringing out over 3,000 students.

Wednesday, August 01, 2012 

Monday, August 08, 2011  Updated with video; Lee County law enforcement held their National Night Out event in conjunction with a back to school bash.

Tuesday, August 02, 2011  Updated with video; While food, games and entertainment were provided at National Night Out, law enforcement also worked on creating connections with the community.

Thursday, July 28, 2011  Updated with video; Dougherty County law enforcement held their National Night Out campaign on Thursday at Radium Springs Middle School.

Monday, July 25, 2011  Updated with video; In a unique fundraiser, four Lee County officials are served and handcuffed within the span of one hour; forced to make bail for "having no class."

Monday, February 14, 2011  Dougherty County Police recognize two of their own at the Dougherty County Commission meeting Monday

Wednesday, August 04, 2010  This year's motto was 'Take Back Your Community'. Sheriff Reggie Rachals says it’s a way for the community to take a stand against crime.

Wednesday, August 04, 2010  The event is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch.

Saturday, July 31, 2010  This is the third year the Dougherty County Police Department has teamed up with other agencies for the event. School supplies, food, and games were available for everyone attending.

Thursday, July 29, 2010  Officials say the celebration wouldn't be possible without the help and donations from local businesses. National Night Out is this Friday at Radium Springs Middle School from 5 to 8 p.m.

Tuesday, August 04, 2009  It's been going on nationwide for 26 years, and tonight the Leesburg Police Department and Lee County Sheriff's Department hosted their second annual National Night Out.