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Wednesday, April 24, 2013  At the Technical College System of Georgia 2013 Leadership Summit, Governor Nathan Deal has signed into law legislation that will lower the GPA requirement for the HOPE Grant, which goes to students in the technical college system according to information released by Nathan Deal's office.

Monday, November 12, 2012  To teach a lesson in case of a teacher's absence you're required to have at least a high school diploma or GED, pass a criminal background check and attend a four-hour workshop.

Monday, October 08, 2012  The Dougherty County Board of Education met Monday night and went over several issues that are facing the school system.

Friday, September 21, 2012  With the recent death of a Warwick Police K-9, we asked in our Facebook Story of the Day, "what are the requirements for a Police K-9 handler?"

Tuesday, August 07, 2012  In our Facebook Story of the Day, you asked, "Are there requirements to get a local public defender for criminal cases?" We spoke with Dougherty County District Attorney, Greg Edwards, to find the answer.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  Updated with video; In our Facebook story of the day you wanted to know what the requirements are to run for a local political office.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  Updated with video; For those who will soon have to head to the Department of Driver Services for a license renewal, you're going to need additional identification.

Friday, June 15, 2012  The Albany Police Department explains the requirements to becoming a cop.

Monday, March 05, 2012  Updated with video; Darton College is assisting their students in filling out their FAFSA forms with a weekly program, FAFSA Friday.

Wednesday, February 01, 2012  Updated with video; In our Facebook story of the day, you wanted to know when booster seats should be used for kids while driving.

Monday, January 23, 2012  Updated with video; Albany State University is moving quickly to make changes to its admissions process and services.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011  Updated with video; A few more high-tech additions to gun permits will be costing the courts more in the way of newer equipment.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011  Updated with video; Cigarette companies claiming victory after a judge blocks graphic image requirements.

Tuesday, July 19, 2011  Updated with video; Lee County high school students may have to take one math class per year if it passes in the Board of Education.

Friday, June 24, 2011  Albany State University has dropped the Regents’ Test.