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Monday 3/1/2010
9 year old arrested for burglary
911 call shows events of pedestrian death
Albany man tries to tackle 6ft subway sandwich
Backman glad to be back with Mets
Clyattville convenience store robbed at gunpoint
Construction worker was not murdered
Deal resigns Congressional seat to campaign for Governor's race
Deal to devote full time to campaign for governor
Dougherty ready for another road test
High speed chase ends in arrest
Knights coach honored for championship season
People bring high electricity bills to city council
Rescue crews use 'Jaws of Life' to help wreck victim
Shopping cart thefts costing store owners
Southwest Georgia prepares for Tornado Season
Special Report: Depression in the Recession
Spence honored for 50 years of service
Terrell murder trial moves forward
Titans hosting first round tournament game
Two Albany Tech Titans honored
Valdosta man brutally beaten has died
Wilcox teen arrested for bringing gun to school
Tuesday 3/2/2010
A warning about a scam using school spirit
AFD extinguishes apartment fire
Albany students walk on the wild side
Albany teacher arrested on molestation charge
Atlanta's MARTA riders facing service cuts
Background check? Remember your reefer!
Bible teacher charged with child molestation
Both ASU teams advance in SIAC tourney
Brand new vehicles pinched from car dealer
Changes coming to city personnel policy
City Commissioners meet new bomb dog
Collegiate cuts will mean job losses
Darton soccer lands Lee County star
Despite wet weather wildfires can happen
GBI agents testify in Terrell Co. murder trial
Gov.'s solution to water crisis heads to committee
High winds knock out power to Tift Countians
Irrigation research could be cut in 2011 budget
More than 900 ground cold pills seized in East Albany meth lab
Obama to outline rebates for energy efficiency
Obama to visit a Georgia technical college
Prison nurse accused of murdering wife
Pulitzer winner caps off Big Read
Read Across America gets kids excited about reading
VSU dominates Gulf South Conference basketball awards
Wind to blame for power outage
Wounded Leatherneck touches down in Georgia
Wednesday 3/3/2010
ASU's town hall on $3.7 million in proposed budget cuts
Budget axe may slice Extension, 4-H
Budget cuts discussed at ASU town hall
Clerk robbed at knife point in Bainbridge
College students spend spring break building Habitat homes
Double shooting suspect's in Lowndes County Jail
Downtown business expands to Northwest Albany
Farmers upset over proposed budget cuts
Food-borne illness issue costly
Fort Benning armor artifacts arrive, volunteers needed
Ga. lawmakers urged to go easy on colleges
Georgia 4-H program could come to an end
Georgia unemployment reaches new record high
Georgia: Record unemployment in January
Health officials warn of rabies threat
Man charged with shooting daughter, mom in Lowndes Jail
Mandatory phone book distribution may soon end
Mardis Gras weekend wants more shoulders at the wheel
Nick Marshall hoping to lead Wilcox County to basketball title
Police chase, kidnapping lead to arrest
Seminole county man charged in church burglary spree
Sentence handed down in Cordele murder case
Stakeholders meet to discuss future of downtown Albany
Text4Baby helps expectant moms
Thomasville AP students receive new techie devices
Toyota acceleration fix not working for everyone
University cuts effecting more than education
Thursday 3/4/2010
2 Sumter Co. employees fired and arrested
Albany Cop and Professor indicted for sex crimes
Albany says goodbye to dilapidated buildings
Blazers go for history at GSC basketball tournament
Chambliss remarks on President's Health Care push
Child molester gets 20-years in prison
Cold winter drives up cost of produce
Crash kills man stopped in roadway
Dollar tax proposed on cigarettes
Dougherty County Schools still await CRCT information
Driver falls asleep and crashes
Ga. 15th in nation for domestic violence murders
Hospital tax would cost SGMC $7 million
Lady Blazers cruises into GSC semis
Lee County girl prepares to travel around the world
Marathon logistics come together
Mardi Gras / Marathon Run Weekend Events
Music takes over downtown Saturday
Pedestrian struck and killed on Philema Road
Perdue blasts budget scare tactics
Pit Bulls and Rottweilers not advised near children
Rams, Lady Rams out of SIAC tourney
Rep. Scott criticizes university leaders
Saints releasing Miller County's Grant
Stepbrothers charged with attempted robbery at Checkers
The Chicken Whisperer stopped in Americus
UNC to dedicate garden in memory of slain student
Visitors crowd Albany for events
Woman charged in husband's murder fought violence
Woman leads police and troopers on high-speed chase
Friday 3/5/2010
Baby death under investigation in Ben Hill County
Ben Hill County gets tool to find "thugs"
Body of missing Adel man found
Early County schools closed Monday
Food for Thought Restaurant Inspections Feb 24 – March 3, 2010
Four vehicle wreck results in only minor injuries
Friday baseball and soccer scores
Georgia in the hunt for federal education grants
High speed chase injures innocent drivers and officer
Hospitals still don't like Perdue proposal
Interstate travelers be aware of construction
Jolivette's lawyer files complaint
Kurt Busch ready to defend in Atlanta this weekend
Lady Jets flying off to district
Marathon raises money for good cause
Marathoner attempts to tackle rare record
P&G promotes Albany-made product, assisting food banks
Pageant winners organize charity run
Patriots gearing up for rematch with South Atlanta minus Favors
Pelham police help get drug dealer off the streets
Physician runs Marathon in memory of two people
Plains police officer shoots man in the foot
Runners will pound the pavement on Saturday
Schools may inspect CRCT documents
Security beefed up for Albany Mardi Gras events
Valdosta helps people find affordable housing
Vending machine thieves on the loose
Vendors begin setting up for Mardi Gras
Waiting list for handicap accessible ramps
Warriors turn back Titans upset bid
Saturday 3/6/2010
4-year-old Ward Wright took to the mound
Driver sought in hit and run homicide in Sylvester
Marathon and Mardi Gras underway
Sunday 3/7/2010
Authorities seize 150 lbs. of pot during road block
Driver blacks out, crashes into power pole
Family speaks out in homicide investigation
Man slips out of clothing, sends police on high speed chase
Mardi Gras celebration wraps up Saturday night
Newborn locked in car; driver went shopping
Teens arrested for Waffle House holdup
Valdosta State basketball teams headed to NCAA tournament
Westover and Thomasville final four bound
Monday 3/8/2010
2010 Mardi Gras a success
Alzheimer's tourney raises money in Albany
Code enforcement calls for new standards in Dougherty County
D. A. wants info on sex suspect
Dougherty County calls on APD to fully staff ADDU
Dougherty sheriff eyes Valdosta crime lab
Dougherty sheriff makes appointments
Georgia QB arrested in south Georgia
Hicks, Williams hired at Dougherty and Albany
Man with knife robs convenience store
Many health departments offering free car safety seats
New DT manager about three months out?
Seay surrenders to Albany police
South Albany fire under investigation
Third time is the charm for Albany Y basketball team
Unidentified Camilla man found beaten
White House unveils Easter eggs
Willacoochee murder still unsolved
Woman camps out along Ledo Road for hunger
Tuesday 3/9/2010
Americus woman in line for new Habitat home
Broxton mayor under investigation
Candidate announced run in DCSS District 2
D.N.R. rangers concerned by night hunting growth
DCSS wants better access to tests in question
Deputies seek to ID skeleton found in south Ga.
Detention officer sentenced for providing drugs
Drug charge brought against prison guard
Fees to help raise revenue for state budget
Firefighters battle Sylvester house fire
First new affordable housing in 30 years coming to Donalsonville
Ga. could restrict sex offenders from Facebook
Greenwave confident heading to Macon
Judge tied to wild teen party resigns
Lee County commissioners discuss EMS service fee
Lee County to review sign ordinance
Lee school officials warn of drug problem
Man holds girlfriend hostage, SWAT called
Monroe defensive back signs with Belhaven
Murfree finances called into question
No bond posted for Michael Jackson
Publix Super Markets recalls some seasoning mixes
School board unsatisfied with CRCT investigation options
Sheriff gives Lee Co. Commission big check
Vacant east Albany home catches fire, arson suspected
Valdosta man raises money for sister's mysterious illness
Want a smoke? Better have your ID handy
Williams not settling for excuses at Albany High
Wednesday 3/10/2010
ABAC will have Alumni tag
Bad news, good news on the economy
Berrien authorities arrest three in meth busts
Berrien County deputies make two Meth busts
Big inning propels Lee County to victory
Breakfast hero encourages starting the day off right
Bulldogs glad to be back in Macon
Crash on Westover leaves car overturned
Dirt roads become victims in heavy rainfall
Emanuel County's forestry chief earns national honor
Farmers consider growing olives in south Georgia
Jailer charged in stealing tractor
Jury acquits accused home invader
MCLB kennel to be named for fallen Marine
MCLB names kennel for slain dog handler
Police response draws complaints
Poor choices can end with bad results
Proposed legislation would force registered sex offenders off line
SW GA is still wet as rain approaches
Taxpayers fight property values
Tift Regional to break ground on 9.3 million dollar data center
Willacoochee murder victim was shot
Thursday 3/11/2010
Albany man gets 30 years for sex conviction
Albany Technical College has a new recruiting tool
APD Chief's goal to fill staff by year end
Audit: $500k may be missing from Broxton
Darton ready for conference baseball opener
DCTA sending message to the tax office
Deadly intersection sees another wreck
Don't bring your cell to class
Dougherty sales tax collections down 10%
EDC President says Cooper is top priority
Governor orders deeper budget cuts
Health District warns of Norovirus
Inmate charged after prison death
Judge: Eliminating courts 'disastrous'
Judges toss suit against former D.A.
Lee Co. Teacher of the Year celebrates with ice cream
Norovirus hits nursing homes and schools
Nurses learn to care for high risk mothers and their babies
Police uncover large scale fencing operation
So. GA peanuts feed hungry Haitians
Southwest Georgia United Way merges with Sumter County
Sumter taxpayers say they're fed up
Theft occurs during Bainbridge High soccer match
Thomasville headed to state championship game
Westover looking forward after South Atlanta win
Friday 3/12/2010
911 dispatcher fired for fighting
ATF to trace stolen Moultrie guns
Bainbridge police looking for second suspect in Walmart shooting
Budget cuts could equal larger class sizes in GA
County officials say good bye to long time employee
Dead man's ID still unreleased
Deerfield Windsor supporters went back in time
Dougherty schools clean on furlough day
Dougherty Schools get more information from state on CRCT's
Food for Thought - Restaurant Inspections March 4 – 10, 2010
GA Power allowed to raise rates
Georgia Senate votes for major property tax overhaul
Holiday pay cuts, furloughs possible for county
Houses, land at Grand Island up for auction
Insurer donates smoke detectors
Lady Blazers advance at DII regionals
Oxendine: Cut big salaries, not teachers
Patriots title dreams come to an end
People in Thomasville stay friendly during health care rally
Shooting In Cuthbert Overnight
Slumping Blazers head to DII regionals
South Georgia festivals kick off Saturday
Suspect charged with murdering Cuthbert man
U.S. Postal Service could stop Saturday deliveries
Saturday 3/13/2010
Cox: Raise lottery ticket prices for schools
Crowds boom and bloom for Azalea festival
No foul play in man's death on Clark Ave.
Thomasville's dream comes to end
Time to set the clock forward one hour
Valdosta State basketball team advances to 2nd round
Sunday 3/14/2010
Moultrie man shot to death
Police pepper spray driver after high speed chase
Wreck sends teen and child to hospital
Monday 3/15/2010
Blazers golf lead own tourney
Fisher era ready to start at FSU
Foster is WALB student athlete of the week
African Americans with breast cancer: higher mortality rate
Police investigate cause of morning wreck
New downtown manager search begins
Paper mill soon to be greenest in nation
Alabama man killed in Calhoun Co. wreck
MCLB employees return from Iraq, Kuwait
Colquitt billboard encourages you to vote
More South Georgia peanuts headed to Haiti
Family says East Albany body was bound
Do we need a small business program?
Moultrie murder suspect at large
Lingle's hat isn't in the ring
Marine killed in wrong way driver accident
Financial deadline extended for early childhood educators
Ga. man accused of paying girls for sex
Georgia gasoline prices rise 2.1 cents per gallon
Valdosta State basketball team upsets Arkansas Tech
Basketball season ends for Lady Blazers
South Georgia Tech ready for National Tournament
Wednesday 3/17/2010
APD arrest one, search for other in hit and run
Arrest made in hit and run death
Birds of prey could threaten small pets
Blazers receive championship welcome home
Consolidation charter changes sent to the state
DCSS names CRCT investigation panel
Doctors say benefits of baby wearing outweigh risks
Go shopping, help disabled find work
Growing the next crop of health professionals
Low risk sex offenders may get a break
Man pleads not guilty in 5 fatality crash
March is National Nutrition Month
Murder victim's family plans candlelight walk
Police on patrol for St. Patty's Day drinkers
Prius found and returned to owner
St. Teresa's students march for St. Patrick's Day
Structure demolished in downtown Albany
Teens wander through maze to experience choices
Tifton awarded grant to promote tourism
Tifton Surgeon returns from Haiti
Time's ticking to GBI crime lab closures
Tuesday local sports scoreboard
Woman found murdered in Douglas store
Thursday 3/18/2010
A ramp is a lifeline
ADICA calls special bond meeting
Albany women say they're ready to run
Austin's BBQ hosts "Relay Restaurant Night"
County saves taxpayers some $$$
Decatur Co. settles in sexual harassment suit
Dougherty County teacher and student arrested for fighting
Douglas murder investigated by GBI
Elementary students reach out to Habitat for Humanity
GA H1N1 cases continue to spike
GA House passes bill to ban animal gas chambers
Historic preservation ordinance in Bainbridge will be revised
Register to Win the Easter Basket Giveaway
Robbery apparent motive in Douglas murder
Shooting scene structure burns
Students and teachers hit the court with streetballers
Volunteers, clients needed for tax program
Friday 3/19/2010
200 students get brand new shoes
AFD tests new methods for fighting fires
Bishop's vote key to Healthcare fight
Budget crisis creates new fees, higher fees
Feds investigate possible hazardous dumping at state park
Food bank sales tax break could be cut
Food for Thought - Restaurant Inspections March 10 - 17, 2010
HS counselors get a look at ATC
Investigators bust a meth lab in Grady County
Jace's law to be introduced Monday in Georgia Senate
Joint operation nabs Echols County man
Lee County former prosecutor jailed on drug charges
Miss ASU competition takes place tonight
Northeast Albany woman uses her car as a weapon
Parents line up again for Lee Preschool
Skydivers attempt to break state record in Fitzgerald
Saturday 3/20/2010
Book of Golden Deeds Banquet
High school student shot, sent to hospital
Law Enforcement crews arrest drivers at road checks
Lee County attorney arrest investigation continues
Protesters message to Bishop 'Kill The Bill'
Saturday Census Bureau block party
Shooting and stabbing in Albany on Friday
Southwest Georgians still eating out on Friday nights
Students show their skills at Spring horse show
Sunday 3/21/2010
Darton golf finishes 3rd at Goose Pond Spring Fling
Deputies search for missing Mitchell County woman
Fire victims thank community for help
Historic church gets a facelift
Lee County Attorney released on bond
Mathis released on $5,000 bond
Rescue crews find missing woman
Six Hispanic men robbed at gunpoint
Students recognized for artistic creations
VSU baseball and softball split doubleheaders
Monday 3/22/2010
6 arrested in largest theft case in Dougherty County history
Albany marathon is #1 Boston qualifier
Assistant District Attorney resigns
Bishop, Marshall split on health insurance vote
Deal quits House to run for governor
Family Dollar ride bandit on the lose
Firefighters suspect vagrants in arson fire
GA court strikes down pain and suffering limit
Health care bill impacts student loans
Heritage Financial Group reorganizes
Men charged with robbing Hispanic victims
Migrant worker stabbed four times
Missing woman case now considered homicide
Real estate market on the rebound
Take care with flea/tick treatments
Thomasville doctor reacts to health care bill passage
VPD: Double shooting could be gang-related
VSU basketball ready for elite eight
What does healthcare bill mean for you?
Will DCSS Superintendent candidate meet the public
Tuesday 3/23/2010
Albany City Commission approves fencing ordinance
Albany man pistol whipped in attempted car jacking
Behavioral Health Center opens at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Bishop reacts to health care bill
Business booming at Forrester Parkway
Camry accelerates into beauty salon
Car smashes into Lee Co. hair salon
Celebrity chef visits Valdosta State University
Civil Rights Institute gets donations
Cordele Police "Knock and Talk"
Cordele Police: Man claimed to work at Pentagon
Could Heritage House live again?
Dogs will strut their stuff at "Dogutante" Saturday
Lee County makes big decisions; flood plans in the mix
Officers hired to keep Valdosta streets safe
Seniors encouraged to walk for exercise
Sr. living/retail proposal faces Lee Co. planning officials
Thomasville police looking for 40-car burglar
Weaver not guilty by directed verdict
Westover student is Region STAR
Wednesday 3/24/2010
Ben Hill County 8-year old caught giving out prescription drugs
Ben Hill County preps for Sheriff's auction
Board members don't say why they like Murfree
Census tally bumps Atlanta into top 10 metro areas
Chambliss wants to repeal health care law
Cops want drivers to move over for all cars on side of road
CRCT examiners get information from test documents
Elementary school zones may change
GA request for Roethlisberger DNA withdrawn
Ga. AG says 'NO' to lawsuit against healthcare
Health care bill brings a new tax on tanning
Health care bill will help many young Americans
Isabella Complex hosts technology showcase
It's International Blogging Day
Lee Shiver retires from Dougherty County Sheriff's Office
Missing 81-year old woman found safe
Prime real estate under negotiations
Saxby Chambliss addresses Health Care Bill concerns
Schools get rough estimate of cuts for '10-'11
Slow poke law will fine slow drivers
Student Athlete of the Week: Millie Foster
Tifton police search for shooter
Two armed robbers on the loose in Thomas County
VSU sorority raises money for child abuse
Windom won't defend School Board seat
Would-be burglar gets lead instead
Thursday 3/25/2010
Albany Civil Rights Institute's community night series
Alcohol is a dangerous temptation for young people
Americorps cadets put message to a beat
APD makes arrests in Hispanic assault case
Boat blocks traffic after Albany crash
Consolidation moved forward Friday
Firearm permit issuing agency could've changed
Four Albany gang members arrested for armed robbery
GA Senate approves truck seatbelts again
GA. Senate approves gun-carry bill
Gov. Perdue bypasses Baker on health lawsuit
H&R Block offers free tax help
Judge honored for his years of service
Kids were cowboys and cowgirls in Berrien Co.
Man arrested in Valdosta shooting
Monroe Alumni pitch in to help community
Paul Hewitt will stay at Georgia Tech
Save Our Kids Bus Tour comes to Albany
Small Business Program shut down
Thomasville improves city parks
Valdosta Police make arrest in double shooting
Friday 3/26/2010
Albany fire caused by burning incense
Albany State football ready for spring game
Albany-Dougherty Consolidation takes step forward
ASU honors students and faculty
AT&T plans to open new call center
Chambliss doesn't expect farmers settlement approval
Community leaders shoot hoops for charity
Cops bust heavyweight pot hauler
Couple found guilty of abusing their child
Ethics bill survives cross-over day
Family holds vigil after teen dies in car wreck
Fire Chiefs don't like sprinkler vote
Food for Thought - Restaurant Inspections March 18 – March 24
Friends hold 'Slap-Fest' for Slappey family
Georgia indemnification fund expanded
Lawn mower racing a cut above to some Motocross enthusiasts
Lowndes deputies make burglary, entering auto arrests
Meth, Cash, and more seized in Sumter, Dooly bust
New bill would support emergency worker families
On-the-run molester caught in Lowndes Co.
Palmyra Surgeon first to use new surgical device
Slap Fest a tribute for John Slappey
Southern Growth Forum plans strategy
Students enjoy Music on the Lawn
Track your area's Census return rate
Woman turns to firearms for protection
Saturday 3/27/2010
Cecil Lester named Panthers starting QB
Community walk to bring attention to Diabetes and Lupus
Early eggstravaganza in Albany
Hicks era begins for Dougherty football
Men walked 'a mile her shoes' for charity
Monroe High class of 1986 is making a difference
Thousands swarm at Fire Ant Festival
Sunday 3/28/2010
Albany State baseball sweeps Tuskegee
Blazers complete sweep of West Alabama
Friends of ASU student killed in traffic fatality speak
Georgia to hike dozens of state fees
Reaction from drivers on total texting ban
Monday 3/29/2010
2009 IRS Tax changes
Albany man arrested burning copper wire
Breezy weather raises wildfire risk
Citizens speak at Kingston town hall
City leaders plan search for new Albany Civic Center director
Congressman Kingston tours free health clinic
Crime victim offers cash reward
Dougherty County commissioners want to slow speeders
Gaines wants to revisit Small Business policy
Georgia homeowners appealing property values
Georgia loses out in 'Race to the Top'
Jackets open busy spring practice
Lakeland looks for new police chief
Minnie muffs, yacker tracker keeps babies healthy during NICU construction
Monroe teacher files civil complaint against APD officers
Moultrie Police search for robbery suspect
Murfree has no contract, or certification
Rams baseball bracing for tough month
Slain child's mom: Charges bring some relief
Surveillance cameras capture Moultrie robbery
Suspect sought in Crisp Co. shooting
Taxpayers using returns to fight high property values
Thomasville preps for Rose Festival
Three arrested after Coffee Co. chase
Tomatoes prices high due to freeze
Vaught's scale continues downward
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Tuesday 3/30/2010 |
Albany shooting victim improving
City put on notice for sewage clean up
Dougherty County Police investigate junk truck thefts
Five arrested, car seized in Valdosta double shooting
Home day care bill closer to law
Larry Johnson's focus on baseball paying off
Lee County rallies for big sub-region win
More arrests made in Valdosta double shooting
Officers offer car breakdown safety tips
Randolph Co. school board member faces recall
Sawed-off shotgun and marijuana seized in Tville
Senators want double sentence for smash and grab burglaries
SPLOST funds will be needed for new airport
Suspicious package was forgotten suitcase
'Suspicious package' was only luggage
Valdosta Police search for armed robbers
Young rodeo team competes with professionals
Wednesday 3/31/2010
48th Brigade comes home from Afghanistan
911 call leads to multi-state chase
Attorney General responds to impeachment talk
Bishop proud of his vote on historic health care law
Congressman Bishop home on district work break
Consolidation passes the Senate
County commissioner says no vote on consolidation is no problem
Despite economy, Phoebe plans to grow
Equinox Chemicals named Georgia Small Business Exporter of Year
Former pet groomer charged again
Georgia legislation targets school bullying
Honeybee population continues to decline
Karate school owner charged with selling drugs
Lady Canes sweep ASU in softball
More former Wildcats join the Albany Panthers
Obama backs oil drilling along Atlantic seaboard
Pick-up drivers may have to buckle up, too
Seminole County woman dies from car crash injuries
Terrell Co. Extension Agents charged with theft
UPDATE: Cordele toddler released from hospital
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