Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:04 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:04:37 GMT
Dan McCarthy, AHA Executive Director, stands before city commissioners during Tuesday's Meeting
An Albany Housing Authority plan to revitalize a central Albany neighborhood gets a stamp of approval from city leaders. Commissioners approved a resolution of support for the plan to transform McIntoshMore >>
An Albany Housing Authority plan to revitalize a central Albany neighborhood gets a stamp of approval from city leaders. Commissioners approved a resolution of support for the plan to transform McIntosh Homes into a thriving mixed income community called "The Oaks at North Intown".More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:52 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:52:43 GMT
Flying a model airplane within Albany's city limits could soon be outlawed because of privacy concerns. Tuesday, City Commissioner Roger Marietta proposed an ordinance to ban the aircraft because ofMore >>
Flying a model airplane within Albany's city limits could soon be outlawed because of privacy concerns. Tuesday, City Commissioner Roger Marietta proposed an ordinance to ban the aircraft because of their ability to take photographs from above.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:43 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:43:40 GMT
South Georgia law enforcers get specialized training in dealing with domestic violence victims. The Georgia Commission on Family Violence reports the Peach State is tenth in the nation for domestic violenceMore >>
Georgia is tenth in the nation in the rate of domestic violence deaths, and the Commission on Family Violence is training law enforcement to help victims.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:13 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:13:28 GMT
New terminal under construction at the South West Georgia Regional Airport
City commissioners give the Southwest Georgia Regional Airport permission to go ahead with the next phase of a major construction project, if the federal government approves grant money for it. As constructionMore >>
City commissioners give the Southwest Georgia Regional Airport permission to go ahead with the next phase of a major construction project, if the federal government approves grant money for it.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:58:53 GMT
Albany city leaders may come to the rescue of one of the city's major attractions. Today, city commissioners tentatively approved a $150,000 request for Flint RiverQuarium, a facility they describe asMore >>
Albany city leaders may come to the rescue of one of the city's major attractions. Today, city commissioners tentatively approved a $150,000 request for Flint RiverQuarium, a facility they describe as a valuable asset. More >>
Albany is preparing to celebrate its local industry with a visit from state economic leaders.
The week of May 9th through the 13th will be Industry Celebration Week. It's a chance to recognize local business and the contributions they make to Albany and Dougherty County.
Economic Development officials say it's important to pay attention to existing industry as well as trying to attract new business.
Many business plan to bend the ear of the Deputy Director Economic Development who will be in town.
"This is a great opportunity to not only get to speak with the leadership, but to bring the leadership to Albany and south Georgia," said Barbara Rivera Holmes of the EDC. "And for her to understand better how we live, how our community is our concerns, our opportunities. It's a great opportunity for businesses to talk first hand with that leadership."
In 2010 alone, existing business in Albany invested $25.5 million back into the community, and created as many as 80 new jobs.
A breakfast will be held May 11th during which local businesses will be honored. The luncheon with Gretchen Corbin is May 13th. Both events are at the Hilton Garden Inn.
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