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Tuesday, April 16, 2013  After the Albany city commission work session on Tuesday, the president for the Albany-Dougherty Inner City Authority came forward with an update on Albany’s downtown development.

Saturday, April 13, 2013  Updated with video; Sunbelt Rentals celebrated their grand opening Friday morning with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  Southwest Food Distribution announced they will add new jobs and business to its facility in Cordele.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012  It was an emotional day for Georgia Pecan Company owner Scott Craft as he cut the ribbon to unveil his new and improved store on Tuesday.

Thursday, October 18, 2012  Albany's long term financial planning committee is behind a concept that would use some of the city's MEAG funds for an economic development incentive.

Thursday, October 04, 2012  One day after Maggie Moo's announced it was closing, Mac Business Systems, an authorized Apple Service Provider, celebrated its grand opening just down the street. So what makes one business thrive while another has to cut its losses?

Tuesday, October 02, 2012  A ribbon cutting for the new Carroll's Sausage and Country Store in Turner County off I-75 Tuesday morning.

Thursday, September 20, 2012  Lee County officials gathered Wednesday to celebrate the opening of, "Sprayglo."

Friday, September 07, 2012  Updated with video; 673. That's how many businesses have opened in 2012 according to the treasury department - proving that many people are willing to chase their dream in a struggling economy. Shanna Shealy is one of them.

Thursday, June 07, 2012  Receiving an education to get a job is an age-old concept, but what about the idea of getting an education to promote economic growth? Business owners believe there is a direct correlation and it could mean everything for our community.

Friday, May 18, 2012  In our Facebook Story of the Day you wanted to know what the costs associated with starting a business downtown are. Fox 31 met up with downtown manager Aaron Blair Thursday afternon to find out.

Friday, October 21, 2011  A new retail shop featuring various vendors and an express eatery are set to open in Downtown Albany in the very near future.

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Wednesday, July 13, 2011  Updated with video; Seeing the growth of Downtown Albany, the Mannino family, of Mama Gina's fame, is setting up shop in Downtown Albany as is The Levee Studios.

Monday, March 28, 2011  Verge, an upscale consignment shop is one of the newest additions to downtown Albany. Located in the old Churchwell’s building, Verge is not only a great place to shop for fashion but it turns out this business is also eco-friendly.  Check it out in this week’s Go Green.