ViewPoints from 2007

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ViewPoint: Who's a role model for young girls?
ViewPoint: Who's a role model for young girls?
Updated: Wednesday, December 26 2007 4:30 PM EST2007-12-26 21:30:20 GMT
Don't count on MTV or Nickelodeon to set a good example, be one yourself... More >>
ViewPoint: Is the public represented on the Hospital Authority?
ViewPoint: Is the public represented on the Hospital Authority?
Vince Falcione has done more than anyone to raise awareness of the issue, and that's why we think he should be appointed to the Hospital Authority.More >>
ViewPoint: What does the grand jury think?
ViewPoint: What does the grand jury think?
Updated: Thursday, December 20 2007 4:00 PM EST2007-12-20 21:00:20 GMT
The Grand Jury makes no specific recommendations regarding whether or not Albany and Dougherty County should consolidate, but acknowledges that the voters should have the right to decide. More >>
ViewPoint: Sex offender laws
ViewPoint: Sex offender laws
Updated: Thursday, December 13 2007 4:02 PM EST2007-12-13 21:02:20 GMT
Georgia lawmakers are going back to the drawing board to work on a new sex offender law. They promise to get it right this time, and we hope they do.More >>
ViewPoint: Inexperienced teens should not drive other teens
ViewPoint: Inexperienced teens should not drive other teens
Updated: Monday, December 10 2007 11:19 AM EST2007-12-10 16:19:35 GMT
Teen drivers with one teen passenger are twice as likely to be involved in a fatal crash. With two or more passengers, their risk jumps to five times as likely. The state's graduated licensing program is working. More >>
ViewPoint: What a mess, this BCS!
ViewPoint: What a mess, this BCS!
Updated: Wednesday, December 5 2007 4:34 PM EST2007-12-05 21:34:09 GMT
We at WALB have a plan that keeps the bowls happy and would end the debate about who should play for national championships. More >>
ViewPoint: Why not vote on consolidation?
ViewPoint: Why not vote on consolidation?
Updated: Wednesday, November 28 2007 5:40 PM EST2007-11-28 22:40:40 GMT
For three people to keep tens of thousands of Dougherty County voters from having the chance to decide how the government we pay for should operate is just inexcusable.More >>
ViewPoint: Satellite companies have local signals
ViewPoint: Satellite companies have local signals
If you've been told you can't get local Albany stations on satellite packages, you need to know whose fault that is!More >>
ViewPoint: Vote for a better downtown
ViewPoint: Vote for a better downtown
It won't cost you a dime. There's no risk involved for you. And it will only take you a few minutes. All you have to do is vote. More >>
ViewPoint: Double taxation
ViewPoint: Double taxation
Some would argue that the death tax only affects those with the highest income, and those people should be taxed more. But isn't this tax anti 'American Dream?' More >>
ViewPoint: Safety over recreation
ViewPoint: Safety over recreation
What's more important, golf for a few hundred, or services for thousands? More >>
ViewPoint: Death Penalty is needed
ViewPoint: Death Penalty is needed
The U. S. Supreme Court is considering the matter, and until the high court decides, the Georgia Supreme Court made it clear it will stay any planned Georgia executions. More >>
ViewPoint: Don't sit silent
ViewPoint: Don't sit silent
Local government calls public hearings to hear what the citizens have to say about issues that affect our lives and very often our bank accounts. In hearing after hearing, unfortunately, almost no one shows up.More >>
ViewPoint: Downtown needs a boost now
ViewPoint: Downtown needs a boost now
A blow to downtown revitilization came this week with the announcement that one of downtown's most successful businesses is moving. More >>
ViewPoint: Gang Task Force
ViewPoint: Gang Task Force
Communication and co-operation is poor between APD and their co-workers in law enforcement. More >>
ViewPoint: School bus drivers strike
ViewPoint: School bus drivers strike
The walkout by a dozen Dougherty County School bus drivers Friday raises serious concerns about their judgement. More >>
ViewPoint: Lee County needs more fire protection
ViewPoint: Lee County needs more fire protection
Even though Lee County is one of the fastest growing counties in Georgia, county services and staff aren't growing at all.More >>
ViewPoint: Show your ID
ViewPoint: Show your ID
Proponents of the law say it'll reduce voter fraud; critics say it makes voting difficult for the poor.More >>
ViewPoint: Our kids need to graduate
ViewPoint: Our kids need to graduate
Georgia's high school graduation rate is dismal and costly. More >>
ViewPoint: No to noise rule, yes to cooperation
ViewPoint: No to noise rule, yes to cooperation
It seems we still need an entertainment district, within the Riverfront district. More >>
ViewPoint: GSP report should tell the story
ViewPoint: GSP report should tell the story
We'd like to see the full report of the police pursuit that led to the deaths of Billy Klewitz and fleeing drug suspect Bobby Jones. More >>
ViewPoint: Take precautions on the road this weekend
ViewPoint: Take precautions on the road this weekend
The heavy traffic is compounded by the start of high school football on Friday night, and the beginning of college football on Saturday. More >>
ViewPoint: Keeping CC customers is easier than replacing them
ViewPoint: Keeping CC customers is easier than replacing them
Are we suddenly so booked at our civic center that we must skyrocket pricing? Why not move up slowly each year?More >>
Viewpoint: Voter ID shouldn't hinder voting
Viewpoint: Voter ID shouldn't hinder voting
The battle over Georgia's voter ID law has been dragging on for more than two years. More >>
ViewPoint: Seen Shunell's gun?
ViewPoint: Seen Shunell's gun?
An Albany Police recruit lost her weapon, and then lied about it to her supervisors. More >>
ViewPoint: SCL's drug testing, future GM
ViewPoint: South Coast League's drug testing
It wasn't a matter of if, but when South Georgia Peanuts manager Wally Backman would finally cross the line and lose his job. The time came last week. More >>
ViewPoint: APD chief outstanding?
ViewPoint: APD chief outstanding?
How can the city manager say that Chief James Younger "possesses exceptional public relations skills and communicates well with the media..."? More >>
ViewPoint: Golf Channel is back
ViewPoint: Golf Channel is back
A petition started by two ladies is a great example of how speaking out can have positive results. More >>
ViewPoint: Steroid testing time has come
ViewPoint: Steroid testing time has come
If the state of Georgia is not going to take the lead, we should show by our example locally, that we take this issue seriously. More >>
ViewPoint: What is SWAT status?
ViewPoint: What is SWAT status?
Albany's Police Chief refused to answer our about the mass resignations of the SWAT team. Why?More >>
ViewPoint: We need a functioning SWAT team
ViewPoint: We need a functioning SWAT team
This week, nearly half the team resigned. The reason? Mainly the way the SWAT team is run. More >>
ViewPoint: Who's following the water restrictions?
ViewPoint: Who's following the water restrictions?
Spend ten minutes driving around Albany and you will no doubt see violations of the statewide water restrictions. In all parts of town, people are openly and freely watering their lawns with no regard for the drought or the law. More >>
ViewPoint: Domestic Violence
ViewPoint: Domestic Violence
If you are in or know people in abusive relationships, get help to resolve the differences before it is too late. Don't wait until you have to attend a funeral. More >>
ViewPoint: Catch those crooks!
ViewPoint: Catch those crooks!
WALB's Most Wanted teams up with law enforcement agencies from 32 counties to catch people wanted on everything from murder to child molestation to drunk driving. This program is enjoying success thanks to you, our viewers. More >>
ViewPoint: Keep kids' cell phones clean
ViewPoint: Keep kids' cell phones clean
We buy our children cell phones to keep them safe. They can call us in an emergency and we can keep up with where they are. But now, because of the fast-evolving industry, those cell-phones can be used to watch pornography. More >>
ViewPoint: Bidding on government projects
ViewPoint: Bidding on government projects
Often, the job will be given to the low bidder. It saves taxpayers' money. But under the law, they are not required to. More >>
ViewPoint: Leadership needed for downtown survival
ViewPoint: Leadership needed for downtown survival
Custom Interiors wrote to Albany Tomorrow Board Members, and City and County Commissioners, announcing the decision to close the downtown store September 1st. She says that city leaders are not providing the support necessary to revitalize the area. More >>
ViewPoint: Forestry Commission offers thanks
ViewPoint: Forestry Commission offers thanks
Here is the letter WALB received from the Georgia Forestry Commission, thanking South Georgia for all its support during the recent wildfires... More >>
ViewPoint: Hank did it the right way
ViewPoint: Hank did it the right way
In a few days, Barry Bonds will surpass Hank Aaron to become baseball's all-time homerun leader. More >>
ViewPoint: Police chases can be deadly
ViewPoint: Police chases can be deadly
We call on our government leaders to examine closely the chase policy and do everything they can to avoid another deadly police chase. More >>
ViewPoint: Illegal immigration is a crime
ViewPoint: Illegal immigration is a crime
For two years, members of Congress have haggled over major immigration reform, but they have failed to pass a meaningful and comprehensive bill. Once again, Congress gives the appearance of doing something while doing nothing.More >>
ViewPoint: Banish repeat crooks
ViewPoint: Banish repeat crooks
The Mayor wants anyone convicted of more than three drug-related offenses permanently banished from the city of Albany, and that makes a lot of sense!More >>
ViewPoint: Do we need this bar ordinance?
ViewPoint: Do we need this bar ordinance?
Has the city violated its own rule that bars must be at least 1,000 feet apart? Does this law make sense anyway?More >>
ViewPoint: No restrictions on drug advertising
ViewPoint: No restrictions on drug advertising
We should support an alternative to restrictions on advertising in the Food and Drug Administration Revitalization Act, Senate Bill 1082. We urge you to oppose this bill because it contains the authority for the government to impose a two-year ban on advertising of new prescription medications. More >>
ViewPoint: Arsonists should be in prison
* VIEWPOINT fires
With the worst wildfires in state history raging in South Georgia, it is appalling to think that some of the fires were intentionally set. Yet, that is the word from firefighters.More >>
ViewPoint: Lee Commission goofed
ViewPoint: Lee Commission goofed
Lee County Commissioners have made a $300,000 mistake, with your money, and surprise surprise-- they don't want to talk about it. More >>
ViewPoint: Lee County needs youth baseball
ViewPoint: Lee County needs youth baseball
The County has said it may cut ties with the Park Street Recreation Complex. That would save the county thousands of dollars but it could cost some little leaguers their favorite pastime-- baseball. More >>
ViewPoint: Most Wanted!
ViewPoint: Most Wanted!
You'll get an up close look at the faces of South Georgia's most wanted criminals and hear why they're running from the law. And you, our viewers, will play a big role in apprehending them. More >>
ViewPoint: Tax Breaks for Whom?
ViewPoint: Tax Breaks for Whom?
While we generally believe tax relief for hardworking homeowners is a good thing, Georgia leaders have fallen into a disturbing pattern of passing specialized tax breaks to score political points.More >>
ViewPoint: Growth means more traffic
ViewPoint: Growth means more traffic
While traffic engineers continue to look for ways to make dangerous intersections safer, ultimately it's up to you - the driver - to pay attention to the road.More >>
ViewPoint: General Assembly for 2007
ViewPoint: General Assembly for 2007
Some of the proposals coming out of that den of politicians can be scary. Sometimes when nothing happens in the Georgia General Assembly, we should be happy. More >>
ViewPoint: Cable TV can be risky
ViewPoint: Cable TV can be risky
We are now seeing financial setbacks in several South Georgia cities as a result of a city's government trying to compete with services already provided by private companies. More >>
ViewPoint: City's expectations unrealistic
ViewPoint: City's expectations unrealistic
The city now says it wants a contract with Albany Tomorrow, called ATI. Their actions indicate otherwise. More >>
ViewPoint: Enforce local laws
ViewPoint: Enforce local laws
Thuis includes camping and loitering at the Dray Line.More >>
ViewPoint: Viewers sound off about tornado coverage
ViewPoint: Viewers sound off about tornado coverage
We have been overwhelmed with your comments, calls, e-mails and letters about our news and weather coverage, during our area's deadly tornados, affecting much of South Georgia.More >>
ViewPoint: SPLOST vote is crucial
ViewPoint: SPLOST vote is crucial
Tuesday, March 20 is a very important day to turn out and vote for a positive economic future, and for giving our kids a good education. More >>
ViewPoint: Let the SUN shine!
ViewPoint: Let the SUN shine!
Sunshine Week is a national initiative to open a dialogue about the importance of open government and freedom of information, because the public needs to know what its leaders do. More >>
ViewPoint: Seatbelt law needed
ViewPoint: Seatbelt law needed
It may or may not surprise you that we have received more negative feedback on this subject than any other editorial. Seat belts in pick-up trucks. More >>
ViewPoint: Agencies were prompt in tornado
ViewPoint: Agencies were prompt in tornado
The emergency and volunteer response to the devastating tornadoes that killed nine of our neighbors was immediate and overwhelming. More >>
ViewPoint: Move the Primary
ViewPoint: Move the Primary
Lawmakers are considering moving the state's presidential primaries up a month from March 4th to February 5th.More >>
ViewPoint: Enforce the law
ViewPoint: Enforce the law
News that Albany Police DON'T plan to charge the owner of a pit bull that attacked a woman and her small dogs last week, is disturbing on many levels.More >>
ViewPoint: Smoking Money unspent
ViewPoint: Smoking Money unspent
The State of Georgia is being given $167 million this year, in the 1998 tobacco settlement. How much will actually be spent by Georgia for the prevention of smoking? $2.2 million. More >>
ViewPoint: Get ready for neighbors
ViewPoint: Get ready for neighbors
There's plenty of room here in South Georgia, and the secret is out.More >>
ViewPoint: Buckle up in trucks
ViewPoint: Buckle up in trucks
There's a bill pending in Atlanta in the current General Assembly session to require the seatbelts for trucks.More >>
ViewPoint: University system background checks
ViewPoint: University system background checks
The University system of Georgia wants to require criminal background checks on all new employees. But that's not embraced by everyone is the system.More >>

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