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Dougherty

Dougherty County Sheriff's Department is inviting the community to a fun filled event!

Dougherty County's annual “Building Unity in the Community” BBQ is back

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Mackenzie Petrie
Free food, vendors, bounce houses, games, and more will be at RiverFront Park this Saturday from 11am to 2pm for community members to enjoy.

Town and Country

Town and Country Host Alicia Lewis and WALB legend and former host Ruthie Garner

Town and Country returns, WALB legend Ruthie Garner stops in

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By WALB News Team
Catch Town and Country every Monday through Friday at 12:30 p.m.

News

The annual Plains Peanut Festival not only highlights Georgia farmers but also the cash crop:...

Carters make surprise appearance at 26th Annual Peanut Festival

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Fallon Howard
The annual Peanut Festival not only highlights Georgia farmers but also the cash crop: peanuts.

News

Willie Jones has accomplished a huge milestone and he was able to celebrate with friends and...

Albany native, former head butler of Nilo Plantation celebrates 100th birthday

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 6:42 PM EDT
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By Fallon Howard
Only one in every 5,000 people in the United States is a centenarian.

News

The proceeds will go towards the Georgia C.O.P.S. Foundation.

11th Annual Cliff Rouse Memorial Bike Ride gives proceeds to Ga. C.O.P.S. Foundation

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 11:07 AM EDT
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By Lorenza Medley
Riders took off at around 10 a.m. and returned at noon.

News

The City of Valdosta unveiled the Doors to Freedom monument on the front lawn of City Hall.

‘Doors to Freedom’ monument adds to Valdosta public art

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:42 PM EDT
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By Brittanye Blake
History and art are coming together in Valdosta as the city unveils the Doors to Freedom monument.

Community

The Albany Exchange Club and the Albany Legion Post 30 hosted a flag disposal ceremony on Friday.

Albany residents promote proper flag disposal

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:06 PM EDT
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By Lenah Allen
The Albany Exchange Club and the Albany American Legion Post 30 came together Friday for a flag disposal ceremony, to protect our American Flag’s honor.

Lee

We're so excited. We just dedicated the home to the Blackman family in Lee County and it was a...

Flint River Habitat of Humanity dedicates new home to Lee Co. family

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 11:29 AM EDT
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By Jim Wallace
"We're so excited. We just dedicated the home to the Blackman family in Lee County and it was a really fun event on Friday. "

Community

The Bean Café has been around since 2007.

Bainbridge family-owned businesses act of kindness goes viral

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 6:10 PM EDT
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By Lenah Allen
The kindness of a Bainbridge family-owned business is making its rounds across social media in a viral video and was recently on the Today Show.

News

This building has been a school site since 1859. It's a few blocks away from the center of...

City leaders taking steps to preserve future of Furlow Grammar School in Americus

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 5:59 PM EDT
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By Fallon Howard
The building is currently owned by the city of Americus. They have their own preservation commission and an ordinances.
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News

Americus non-profit helps single mom of 6 boys become a homeowner

Updated: Sep. 17, 2023 at 6:44 PM EDT
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By Fallon Howard
The Americus Fuller Center for Housing started building the family's new house in the spring of 2018.

News

ASU students practice forensic skills at APD crime scene class

Updated: Sep. 17, 2023 at 11:12 AM EDT
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By Fallon Howard
Officers hope students take away the necessary skills to apply them to different scenarios.

Dougherty

Music & Arts in the Park showcases local talent in Albany

Updated: Sep. 16, 2023 at 7:12 PM EDT
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By Lorenza Medley
People in Albany came out to Turtle Grove Park on Saturday to listen to live music and poetry at the Music & Arts in the Park event on Saturday.

News

Down Syndrome Association of South Georgia to host 4th annual Buddy Walk

Updated: Sep. 16, 2023 at 12:24 PM EDT
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By Brittanye Blake
On Saturday, Unity Park will be filled with children and families as the Down Syndrome Association of South Georgia hosts its fourth annual advocacy Buddy Walk.

News

City of Albany to host golf camp for local youth

Updated: Sep. 16, 2023 at 12:08 PM EDT
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By WALB News Team
All participants are encouraged to bring their own golf club.

Community

NAMI Albany holds annual walk, along with ASU Homecoming Parade

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 3:23 PM EDT
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By Madison Foglio
The NAMI Albany will be holding its annual NAMI Walk, Saturday October 14.

Events

‘Impractical Jokers’ star coming to Albany for solo comedy show

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 6:01 PM EDT
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By WALB News Team
His one-night-only show will be hosted on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. at the Albany Municipal Auditorium.

News

Fiesta Del Pueblo in Tifton returns for 25th year

Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 3:13 PM EDT
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By Lorenza Medley
Fiesta Del Pueblo in Tifton is coming back for its 25th year.

News

South Ga. memorials, events to commemorate 9/11

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 10:59 AM EDT
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By WALB News Team
This year, South Georgia is commemorating those who lost their lives and risked their lives that day.

News

Tifton comic store celebrates 4th anniversary

Updated: Sep. 10, 2023 at 10:59 AM EDT
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By Fallon Howard
What started off as just a comic store four years ago, has now seen an increase in the demand after adding card games and collectibles.

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Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 9:42 PM EDT
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Community

‘There are a lot of areas that need help’: Operation Clean Sweep continues fighting war on litter

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 6:31 PM EDT
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By Lenah Allen
On Thursday, Albany city leaders and utility crews continued their weekly project Operation Clean Sweep in Ward 4.

Lowndes

Lowndes High School will honor Hurricane Idalia heroes at ‘Pink-Out’ football game

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 4:34 PM EDT
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By Lorenza Medley
The game will be on Friday, Sept. 8.

Lowndes

Lowndes Co. nonprofits provide Hurricane Idalia relief

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 6:54 PM EDT
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By Brittanye Blake
Nonprofits provide relief following Hurricane Idalia, with the support of Greater Valdosta United Way.

Cook

Cook High School coach and teacher passes away

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 9:10 PM EDT
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By Lorenza Medley and WALB News Team
In addition to coaching two sports, he also taught special needs classes at his alma mater, Cook High School.

Dougherty

Millage rates unchanged as property value increases taxes in Dougherty County

Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 10:48 PM EDT
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By Heidi Paxson
The increase will only impact families whose property values are rising.

News

Our Kids, Our Future hosts “Stop The Violence Community Kickball Game” to raise awareness of youth violence

Updated: Aug. 27, 2023 at 6:49 PM EDT
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By Fallon Howard
The kickball game was held to raise awareness and stop violence in the community.

Community

Albany honors 60th anniversary of March on Washington with a reenactment

Updated: Aug. 26, 2023 at 6:29 PM EDT
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By Riley Armant
People in Albany held a reenactment to honor the 1963 March on Washington.

News

VSU students express concern on Magnolia Reserve move-in issues

Updated: Aug. 24, 2023 at 5:25 PM EDT
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By Mackenzie Petrie
Some Valdosta State University students are still living in hotels or staying with friends because their off-campus housing apartment is still not ready.

Sports

Albany Area YMCA adds indoor pickleball courts to meet demand for the fast-growing sport

Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 6:17 PM EDT
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By Fallon Howard
Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the U.S., according to NPR.

Community

‘There’s just a healing element to being out in the outdoors’: Leesburg nonprofit serves disabled people

Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 7:31 PM EDT
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By Lenah Allen
Miracle in the Woods Foundation was established in 2022 and ties in an outdoor experience that helps those individuals feel included.

Community

Groundbreaking set for Albany Tech’s Dr. Anthony Parker Transportation Academy

Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 12:43 PM EDT
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By Seth Feiner
The academy will feature classrooms, lab areas and even a diesel-specific area as part of a Diesel Technology Program.

Community

Ruthie’s Best Hand Crafted for Hope

Updated: Aug. 18, 2023 at 11:17 AM EDT
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By Ty Grant
Now Ruthie gives a portion of her butterscotch sauce sales will go directly back to the Bone Marrow Transplant Center at Northside Hospital in hopes of helping other families.

News

Calhoun Co. encourages residents to not blow grass clippings into the street

Updated: Aug. 17, 2023 at 3:11 PM EDT
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By Lorenza Medley and Rowan Edmonds
Calhoun County released seven reasons why residents should not blow grass clippings into the street.

Health

Albany Technical College continues raising mental health awareness

Updated: Aug. 17, 2023 at 11:44 AM EDT
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By Fallon Howard
“Don’t be scared to tap into those resources, don’t be scared to talk to someone, because one conversation can save a life.”

News

Albany Tech. begins hiring new Living and Learning Community staff

Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 7:49 PM EDT
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By Gabrielle Taite
Students are set to be in the building by the fall of 2024.

Community

Jefferson Street road closure has been delayed in Albany

Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 11:31 AM EDT
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By Ty Grant
When the road closure resumes, work will begin on a sewer separation project that could close done the street for up to a year.

News

Confiscated devices can be searched in new cell phone policy at Sumter Co. High School

Updated: Aug. 15, 2023 at 8:31 PM EDT
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By Ashanti Isaac
Attorney Daryl Morton says a school district can legally change a policy without the parents’ knowledge, adding that it’s not always the best route to take when trying to create change within the system.

Business

Albany Roses store temporarily changing locations, east side leaders push for new businesses

Updated: Aug. 15, 2023 at 7:50 PM EDT
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By Gabrielle Taite
The store is set to temporarily relocate.

News

Lowndes Co. installs ‘Say No to Panhandling’ signs, encourages helping through other resources

Updated: Aug. 15, 2023 at 10:35 AM EDT
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By Mackenzie Petrie
Lowndes County officials installed "Say No to Panhandling," signs to encourage driver and pedestrian safety on the roadways.

Civil Rights Legacy

Living history: Leesburg Stockade Girl speaks out after 60 years

Updated: Aug. 14, 2023 at 7:29 PM EDT
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By Fallon Howard
“All in all today, it was worth it. So, I got tired of going to the back door of the Martin Theatre. And we wanted to go in the side door because I wanted to be equal like everyone else."

Community

Local Albany Walmarts offering free health screenings for Walmart Wellness Day

Updated: Aug. 14, 2023 at 4:39 PM EDT
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By Ty Grant
Walmart Wellness Day offers families a chance to get to know their numbers, chat with pharmacists, and learn more about ways to maintain healthy lifestyles.

News

Valdosta Police Department set to host its annual Citizens Police Academy

Updated: Aug. 14, 2023 at 3:16 PM EDT
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By Rowan Edmonds and WALB News Team
The academy is an opportunity for the community to interact with the police department, and they will be provided with an in-depth understanding of law enforcement with hands-on learning activities.

Community

City of Albany activates ‘Operation Safe Place’ to offer cooling stations

Updated: Aug. 11, 2023 at 3:52 PM EDT
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By WALB News Team
The cooling stations will help the community cool off in the crazy heat.

News

Community works together to help Valdosta mother of seven in need

Updated: Aug. 10, 2023 at 6:19 PM EDT
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By Mackenzie Petrie
Felicia Howard wants me to thank everyone who helped her. She says without you guys she’s unsure how she would’ve figured it out.

News

City of Nashville proclaims August as Black Business Month

Updated: Aug. 10, 2023 at 10:27 AM EDT
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By Mackenzie Petrie
For the first time, the mayor of Nashville has declared August as Black Business and Black Philanthropy Month.

Business

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet opens in Albany

Updated: Aug. 9, 2023 at 7:02 PM EDT
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By Fallon Howard
The prices range from $1.00 to $5.00 for items, which aligns with their slogan “Good Stuff Cheap.”

News

Flint River Entertainment Complex brings back 5K race series

Updated: Aug. 9, 2023 at 1:11 PM EDT
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By WALB News Team
The race series will be fun-filled rain or shine and will showcase the beauty and history of Downtown Albany.

Community

Greater Valdosta United Way uses funds to help homeless communities through funding non-profits

Updated: Aug. 9, 2023 at 12:15 PM EDT
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By Mackenzie Petrie
Multiple research platforms say Georgia is ranked within the top 10 states experiencing a homelessness problem in America.

Alzheimers

Dougherty County ranks 7th in Alzheimer’s prevalence nationwide

Updated: Aug. 9, 2023 at 10:20 AM EDT
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By Heidi Paxson
Researchers found the highest prevalence of Alzheimer’s in the East and Southeastern regions of the U.S.
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