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

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  Several contributors are stepping up to provide financial support for a summer program on Albany State University’s campus according to a press release issued by the University.

Monday, May 20, 2013  After weeks of discussion, Dougherty County commissioners have denied funding for the National Youth Sports Program.

Monday, May 13, 2013  The Dougherty County Finance Committee has recommended that county commissioners deny a $15,000 funding request for the National Youth Sports Program.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  Updated with video; The National Youth Sports Program (NYSP), a free of charge summer program for children 8-15, is asking for the city of Albany's help in funding this year's program.

Saturday, January 12, 2013  Updated with video; Albany's Youth Indoor Football League and Youth Indoor Cheer and Dance set up at the Civic Center today and encouraged members of the community to come out and register their children.

Sunday, July 29, 2012  Updated with video; The Albany Police Department's Gang Unit is investigating the vandalism of a local park that happened sometime this weekend.

Thursday, June 28, 2012  Albany State University and the National Youth Sports Program held a career fair during for children ages 8 through 16 to get a head start on thinking about their future.

Monday, August 30, 2010  Emergency room visits for teen athletes with concussions have tripled in recent years in a trend that doctors are calling disturbing.

Friday, June 18, 2010  More than 300 NYSP campers hear from Sheriff Sproul and an inmate about staying out of jail.

Tuesday, June 30, 2009  Capt. Mack Green spoke with over 300 students participating in this year’s National Youth Sports Program at Albany State Tuesday afternoon.