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Tuesday, May 28, 2013  Coffee County officials say they responded to a call regarding a possible drowning around 7 p.m. Sunday night.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  Authorities are investigating the slayings of five people whose bodies were found in a house in the tiny Scott County community of Manchester. A suspect is in custody.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  Col. Davis signed the proclamation that urged members of the base to become aware of child abuse and support causes that are working to end it.

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  Tax season is here and many southwest Georgia businesses are eligible to receive thousands in tax credits, except many don't know it.

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  The Albany Fire Department has just bought 14 new thermal imaging cameras.

Friday, March 01, 2013  Updated with video; Some parents claim the evacuation process was unorganized.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  Around 3:30 on Tuesday afternoon, deputies and emergency medical personnel responded to a 9-1-1 call from a resident at Northwind Apartments, located at 5148 Northwind Boulevard, who indicated that a fourteen month old child who had been injured.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Updated with video; Ben Hill County commissioners have approved a measure to keep citizens safe when there is a disaster.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013  Updated with video; Albany police need your help finding two suspects, one wanted for a November shooting and the other for failure to appear in court.

Monday, December 24, 2012  Review from The Hollywood Reporter about Billy Crystal and Bette Midler's new comedy: "Parental Guidance."

Wednesday, December 19, 2012  An Uncle alerts his family to escape from their burning home.

Thursday, December 13, 2012  Updated with video; Albany police need your help finding a man wanted for questioning in an early December aggravated assault case.

Tuesday, November 27, 2012  Two Southwest Georgians have been honored as top sales leaders during the Alltel Wireless Elite Conference.

Friday, November 23, 2012  Inventory isn't the only thing stores are stocking up on this year. Studies show seasonal hiring is at its highest level in the past five years and shoppers say they're buying into this new trend.

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.