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Updated: Dec. 3, 2021 at 10:05 PM EST
|By Nathalie Moreau
The Albany area Toys for Tots is raising funds and collecting toys for their annual holiday gift handout.
Updated: Dec. 3, 2021 at 2:15 PM EST
|By Molly Godley
The Toys for Tots toy drive will happen Saturday in the old Harveys parking lot near Slappey Boulevard and Gillionville Road.
Updated: Dec. 3, 2021 at 11:55 AM EST
|By WALB
Coat for Kids is a coat drive to collect coats for kids to stay warm as the temperatures drop.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2021 at 4:37 PM EST
|By Keshawn Ward
An Albany State University graduate is continuing her mobile business after overcoming a few hardships during the pandemic.
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Updated: Dec. 2, 2021 at 4:19 PM EST
|By Kim McCullough
Tift Regional Medical Center (TRMC) officially opened their new patient tower on Wednesday.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2021 at 2:46 PM EST
|By WALB News Team
Around Southwest Georgia, there are several events scheduled to bring your family closer together this holiday season.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2021 at 9:32 PM EST
|By Jennifer Morejon
A memorial now stands in front of Cook County’s courthouse, honoring the lives lost, those who lived through it and for the future generations to never forget the tornado that blew through the area four years ago.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2021 at 4:52 PM EST
|By Jennifer Morejon
As the song goes, it’s the most wonderful time of the year.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2021 at 2:35 PM EST
|By Kim McCullough
Lee County school officials took to YouTube to express their concerns about students using Delta-8, which is also known as “synthetic marijuana.”
Updated: Dec. 1, 2021 at 12:28 PM EST
|By WALB News Team
This event is always successful because of the community’s help, so let’s do it again to help keep the animals happy, healthy and fed this holiday season.
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Updated: Dec. 1, 2021 at 11:47 AM EST
|By Nathalie Moreau
Thieves stole the catalytic converters from five of their trucks, hindering the operation of the buses that bring their students from school to the club’s facilities.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2021 at 10:00 AM EST
|By Krista Monk
If you’re a foodie like myself, then you may genuinely appreciate that I saved this episode for the season finale of Sweet Tea & History.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2021 at 5:22 PM EST
|By Jennifer Morejon
The spirit of the holidays is coming alive as Wild Adventures Theme Park kicks off its Christmas season.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2021 at 5:00 PM EST
|By Jennifer Morejon
The annual fundraiser is the biggest and the donations are meant to help the organization throughout the year.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2021 at 3:25 PM EST
|By Molly Godley
The artist who is chosen gets $5,000 to help with supplies and materials.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2021 at 3:08 PM EST
|By WALB News Team
There are several toy drives across Southwest Georgia.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2021 at 2:04 PM EST
|By Nathalie Moreau
Toys for Tots is collecting toys for children in need. The Marine Corps Logistics Base is spearheading the project once again.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2021 at 1:20 PM EST
|By Bruce Austin and Frank Sheppard
The stress and strain of the economy and the virus have placed a toll on families in Southwest Georgia during the holidays on food-insecure families.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2021 at 9:48 PM EST
|By Jennifer Morejon
Governor Brian Kemp made a stop in Southwest Georgia for Danimer Scientific’s groundbreaking ceremony in Bainbridge.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2021 at 4:00 PM EST
|By Molly Godley
Food items can be dropped off at WALB, 1709 Stuart Ave.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2021 at 9:08 AM EST
|By Kim McCullough
WALB wants to see your beautiful Christmas decorations. They could end up on our news broadcasts!
Updated: Nov. 28, 2021 at 11:10 AM EST
|By Keshawn Ward
Dougherty County's Sheriff's office captain Ted Thomas has been in law enforcement for over 30 years and he believes this is a pathway into law enforcement.
Updated: Nov. 27, 2021 at 12:32 PM EST
|By Jennifer Morejon
The Salvation Army is working to make sure every child in the community has toys under the Christmas tree this year.
Updated: Nov. 27, 2021 at 11:13 AM EST
|By Nathalie Moreau
A Christian singer is using her voice for more than just praise. Sophie Davina is using her song to fund a family in Haiti.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2021 at 8:07 PM EST
|By Jennifer Morejon
In just a few hours, doors are opening up for some Black Friday sales.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2021 at 11:47 AM EST
|By Nathalie Moreau
We have new details surrounding Tuesday’s fire at the West Fraser plant in Cordele.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2021 at 11:44 AM EST
|By Nathalie Moreau
An organization in Albany is helping families enjoy a meal this Thanksgiving.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2021 at 11:16 AM EST
|By Kim McCullough
A Seminole County state route and a Brooks County local road are scheduled to close next week for the construction of updated bridges.
Updated: Nov. 24, 2021 at 7:28 PM EST
|By Keshawn Ward
"There were so many people of all walks of life, of all age groups that just didn’t have a clean pair of tennis shoes"
Updated: Nov. 24, 2021 at 5:57 PM EST
|By Nathalie Moreau
An Albany State University Senior is giving back in a big way. Jada Shipp decided to give out Thanksgiving meals with the help of her friends in celebration of her upcoming birthday.
Updated: Nov. 24, 2021 at 3:53 PM EST
|By Molly Godley
The organizations served the meals in two locations.
Updated: Nov. 23, 2021 at 6:42 PM EST
|By Alicia Lewis
Tifton has been a dry city for many years.
Updated: Nov. 23, 2021 at 4:55 PM EST
|By Molly Godley
Free plates of turkey, greens and dressing will be handed out at two locations.
Updated: Nov. 23, 2021 at 12:33 PM EST
|By Kiera Hood
A southwest Georgia veteran is taking the time to give back to his community through something as simple as a picnic table.
Updated: Nov. 22, 2021 at 7:08 PM EST
|By Molly Godley
State agencies visited the Albany Police Department on Monday and asked everyone to help in keeping nearly two million people safe on Georgia roads this holiday season.
Updated: Nov. 22, 2021 at 4:53 PM EST
|By Molly Godley
ARC of Southwest Georgia has about 140 people it is shopping for this year.
Updated: Nov. 22, 2021 at 1:33 PM EST
|By WALB News Team
With the increase in deer versus vehicle accidents across the area, officials are warning drivers to be more cautious — especially at night.
Updated: Nov. 22, 2021 at 11:37 AM EST
|By Keshawn Ward
The church’s new name is Grace City Church.
Updated: Nov. 21, 2021 at 1:27 PM EST
|By Paige Dauer, Kyle Logan and Keshawn Ward
They say that if you want to be the best, then, of course, you need to beat the best.
Updated: Nov. 19, 2021 at 6:59 PM EST
|By Jennifer Morejon
With turkey, sides and dessert, they will offer a hot thanksgiving meal for everyone.
Updated: Nov. 19, 2021 at 6:39 PM EST
|By Anthony Bordanaro
Every year, Sister Sister Learning Center puts together a food drive around Thanksgiving. This year, they are adding a prayer aspect to help heal the community.
Updated: Nov. 19, 2021 at 6:19 PM EST
|By Molly Godley
To get a free screening at Phoebe, talk with your primary care physician to make sure you qualify.
Updated: Nov. 19, 2021 at 5:56 PM EST
|By Molly Godley
The race will be on March 5, 2022.
Updated: Nov. 19, 2021 at 12:29 AM EST
|By Nathalie Moreau
The Rotary Club of Albany hosted its Ronnie Howel Memorial hunt Thursday.
Updated: Nov. 18, 2021 at 6:04 PM EST
|By Molly Godley
They packed over 1,000 pounds of sweet potatoes.
Updated: Nov. 18, 2021 at 3:25 PM EST
|By Nathalie Moreau
The Celebration of Lights is back in Downtown Albany with Covid-19 safety Guidelines. Santa will make an appearance this year at the end of the parade along with vendors at the annual Christmas village on December 4th. But new precautions will be in place to keep visitors safe.
Updated: Nov. 18, 2021 at 11:07 AM EST
|By WALB News Team
The food drive will be on Dec. 1 and Dec. 2, from 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m. The food drive will be on the station’s front lawn, 1709 Stuart Avenue.
Updated: Nov. 17, 2021 at 8:27 PM EST
|By Kiera Hood
Albany Mayor Bo Dorough officially proclaimed November 17th 2021 as Albany Movement Day.
Updated: Nov. 17, 2021 at 7:24 PM EST
|By Jennifer Morejon
On Wednesday, Valdosta City Schools’ nurses received a huge surprise!
Updated: Nov. 17, 2021 at 7:18 PM EST
|By Jennifer Morejon
Two southwest Georgia businesses will partner to bring you new entertainment options next year.