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Sunday, March 10, 2013  Daylight Savings Time kicked off this morning, sending many to bed a bit earlier.

Friday, March 01, 2013  Updated with video; In our Facebook story of the day you wanted to know how much you should save for retirement.

Sunday, November 25, 2012  The days of waiting in line to get deals are over as Cyber Monday quickly approaches and customers are booting up their computers to prepare to shop.

Thursday, October 04, 2012  Updated with video; Ben Hill County commissioners have been cutting back their budget to stay afloat, but a Georgia House bill passed this year might take even more out of their budget.

Monday, September 24, 2012  Three plans for county revenue enhancements were presented to the Dougherty County Board of Commissioners on Monday morning for consideration.

Friday, August 17, 2012  Updated with video; In light of the financial crisis in Ben Hill County, officials are implementing a new prescription drugs savings program to help residents save on their medications.

Sunday, July 22, 2012  School is right around the corner and local shoppers are sharing the best ways you can save a few dollars on this year's supplies.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012  Updated with video; Leaders of the city of Albany, Dougherty County, Dougherty County Jail and other organizations came together to hear how they might be able to reduce costs.

Thursday, June 07, 2012  More than a summer break, poll finds Americans want a break on their energy bills

Tuesday, April 10, 2012  Updated with video; Also in Monday night’s meeting, the board approved a waiver to have the flexibility to add five students to a classroom.

Monday, November 28, 2011  The Albany Mall attracts local shoppers.

Thursday, November 10, 2011  Lagging economy has baby boomers working longer and postponing retirement.

Monday, November 07, 2011  Updated with video; Everyone gets an extra hour of sleep tonight!

Monday, November 07, 2011  Daylight Saving is a time to change clocks and batteries in smoke detectors

Thursday, July 07, 2011  During the summertime most people notice a spike in their energy bills and officials say there is something you can do to offset the cost.