Tuesday, May 22 2012 6:01 PM EDT2012-05-22 22:01:54 GMT
School is out in Dougherty County, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Albany are urging parents to keep their kids off the streets, and away from gangs and crime. About 600 students are already enrolledMore >>
School is out in Dougherty County, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Albany are urging parents to keep their kids off the streets, and away from gangs and crime.More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 5:49 PM EDT2012-05-22 21:49:33 GMT
A home invasion robbery and shooting in East Albany today apparently centered around drugs. Cocaine and cash were found inside the Clark Avenue mobile home where a man was shot by robbers. James GreenMore >>
A home invasion robbery and shooting in East Albany today apparently centered around drugs. More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 5:37 PM EDT2012-05-22 21:37:30 GMT
Animal control officers set traps around a Lee County home today to catch feral cats after a rabid fox attack. The man who lives there asked for help getting rid of the cats. After he was attacked byMore >>
Animal control officers set traps around a Lee County home today to catch feral cats after a rabid fox attack. The man who lives there asked for help getting rid of the cats.More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 5:31 PM EDT2012-05-22 21:31:17 GMT
Smash and Grab bandits continue to strike business throughout south Georgia. Overnight Tuesday crooks stole hundreds of dollars worth of alcohol and cigarettes and even a safe when they broke inside aMore >>
Overnight Tuesday crooks stole hundreds of dollars worth of alcohol and cigarettes and even a safe when they broke inside a Damascus Liquor store.More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 5:24 PM EDT2012-05-22 21:24:39 GMT
THOMASVILLE, GA (WALB) - Ten percent of Georgia workers now make minimum wage. New numbers from the federal government show that's three times more than in 2009. But officials say there are a lot of higher-payingMore >>
Ten percent of Georgia workers now make minimum wage. New numbers from the federal government show that's three times more than in 2009. But officials say there are a lot of higher-paying jobs available for folks who possess the rights skills.More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 5:15 PM EDT2012-05-22 21:15:56 GMT
THOMASVILLE, GA (WALB) - A south Georgia arts center is looking out for a unique breed of artist for an upcoming competition. The Thomasville Center for the Arts, in partnership with Keep Thomas CountyMore >>
The Thomasville Center for the Arts, in partnership with Keep Thomas County Beautiful and Downtown Thomasville Mainstreet, is encouraging sculptors, potters, jewelers, and other artists who use recycled materials to apply for FLAUNT: 2012 Upcycle/Downtown artwalk and exhibition.More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 5:13 PM EDT2012-05-22 21:13:23 GMT
It's Super Tuesday of a different sort as America votes tonight to pick the next American Idol. Will it be southern California's Jessica Sanchez. Or south Georgia's Phillip Phillips? Phillip certainlyMore >>
It's Super Tuesday of a different sort as America votes tonight to pick the next American Idol. Will it be southern California's Jessica Sanchez. Or south Georgia's Phillip Phillips?More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 5:12 PM EDT2012-05-22 21:12:13 GMT
In just an hour the American Idol finalists will take the stage and when the show ends the phone lines will open and the voting will begin. Will America choose Leesburg's Phillip Phillips to be the nextMore >>
In just an hour the American Idol finalists will take the stage and when the show ends the phone lines will open and the voting will begin. Will America choose Leesburg's Phillip Phillips to be the next American Idol?More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 4:51 PM EDT2012-05-22 20:51:20 GMT
A veteran south Georgia Sheriff is likely retiring. Freddie Tompkins has been sheriff in Worth County since 1984. He won't say for certain he's not running again, but with election qualifying openingMore >>
A veteran south Georgia Sheriff is likely retiring. Freddie Tompkins has been sheriff in Worth County since 1984.More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 4:21 PM EDT2012-05-22 20:21:24 GMT
The Albany Police Department is trying to help the family of Eugene Cribb find him. Cribb has been missing since May 13th, when he was seen walking away from 211 Pine Bluff Road, towards Cordele Road.More >>
Eugene Cribb has been missing since May 13th, when he was seen walking away from 211 Pine Bluff Road, towards Cordele Road. Cribb suffers from depression and has made threats of harming himself.More >>
ALBANY, GA -
After a down year in 2011, Ag experts expect South Georgia farmers to plant more peanuts this year.
Last year, many farmers planted more cotton to take advantage of higher prices.
This year, peanut prices are up which should lead to more peanut acreage.
Though growers are concerned by the already dry conditions.
"It's usually in the summer. So some of the things we are talking about, how you can manage your risks. Looking at the contracts and covering yourself with insurance type things," said Dr. Nathan Smith\UGA Extension Service Ag Economist
Last year, Georgia farmers planted the lowest number of peanut acres in 30 years.
