Latest news, weather and high school sports for Albany and Southwest Georgia

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  Jury gets first glimpses into Michael Jackson's private life as testimony begins in civil case

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  In Colorado, Obama will press Congress to pass gun measures, place focus on background checks

Saturday, December 01, 2012  Local group in Albany raises awareness about testing for HIV.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012  State Fire Safety Commissioner, Ralph Hudgens, stopped in Moultrie today to promote a new program titled, "Operation Safe Home."

Saturday, October 13, 2012  Updated with video; The organization, DIVAS held its annual block party event Friday to promote youth safety throughout Albany.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012  Updated with video; The Atlanta Falcons Gatorade Junior Training Camp hold 3 sessions in Albany.

Thursday, June 14, 2012  Within a year Albany visitors can expect to see a new look in the downtown area because Albany-Dougherty Inner City Authority (ADICA) board members are working on a plan to help boost the image in the downtown area.

Friday, March 30, 2012  Updated with video; The new president and chief operating officer says he has plans for business, promoting Albany and repairing the city's negative perception.

Thursday, February 02, 2012  Updated with video; The former Interim Convention and Visitor's Bureau Manager is now taking the position on a more permanent basis.

Monday, November 21, 2011  Dougherty County Health Department promotes testing to address high rates of HIV in women of child-bearing age.

Thursday, November 17, 2011  Georgia gets over a million dollars in funding for transit projects.

Wednesday, October 19, 2011  Family and friends were also in attendance at Albany’s Law Enforcement Center in support of those who help keep the city safe.

Monday, October 10, 2011  With Halloween coming up, marijuana-shaped candy alarms parents and officials: "A new low."

Thursday, September 01, 2011  Baker county officials are starting a program that give kids something to do after school.

Thursday, August 11, 2011  Updated with video; Downtown businesses are staying open later in hopes that it will draw more people to the area.