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Today at 8:55 AM  Updated with video; Gerald Greene, the state representative for district 151, paid a visit to the Dougherty County Rotary club Tuesday afternoon.

Today at 8:40 AM  Updated with video; Albany commissioners have made a unanimous decision to allow the Economic Development Commission to create a  investment fund to bring in more business to the Albany-Dougherty County area.

Monday, May 20, 2013  College campuses in Albany are quiet this time of year.  Many students have gone home for the summer and the Class of 2013 has accepted its diplomas. But now that those grads out in the working world, will they stay here in Albany?

Saturday, May 18, 2013  Updated with video; A judge has reversed the ruling by the city of Albany to deny Gilbert Udoto an Alcohol license for his business.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Updated with video; Local senators and representatives gathered in Tifton today to speak to the Chamber of Commerce about the recent legislative session.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Updated with video; Suspects are being questioned by police about two burglaries early Tuesday morning.

Sunday, May 12, 2013  Updated with video; The Albany Convention and Visitors Bureau held a hospitality expo and several hometown tours Saturday.

Saturday, May 11, 2013  Updated with video; The Associated Press is reporting that 149 control towers at small airports that were slated for closure will remain - open at least through Sept. 30.

Saturday, May 11, 2013  Updated with video; The Albany-Dougherty Metro SWAT Team successfully completed “Level 2 Advance SWAT Training.”

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Updated with video; The Georgia Chamber of Commerce continues their regional Power Lunch program with a special breakfast this morning in Albany.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Updated with video; This upcoming Tuesday, Lee County commissioners will meet to discuss how they can be more efficient in their fire and EMS services.