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U.S. attorney for the Southern District discusses human trafficking cases
Thursday, July 30, was the World Day Against Trafficking Persons.
Tifton, Tift County commissions approve property tax cuts
Tifton and Tift County residents are seeing lower property taxes for this year.
Cancer survivor organizes upcoming event
A two-time Tifton cancer survivor is organizing a special event, to light luminaries for cancer survivors.
Businesses impacted after Sunbelt Ag Expo suspended
The Sunbelt Ag Expo brings hundreds of people to Moultrie each year.
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VFD’s ‘Give Burns the Boot’ drive goes virtual
The event will run through December 2020. Firefighters said the event relies on donations from citizens.
Albany City Commissioners keep ‘saggy pants’ ordinance
Albany city commissioners decided not to repeal the 2010 saggy pants ordinance.
YMCA extends camps among schools delayed start date
As schools delay their start date, the Thomasville YMCA is making sure students are still taken care of during the week.
Moultrie man gets gift of lifetime after 2017 car wreck
After a tragic accident three years ago, a 28-year-old Moultrie man received the gift of a lifetime.
Albany police chief concerned about recent spike in violent crimes
Albany Police Chief Michael Persley is deeply concerned about the number of violent crimes in Albany lately. Especially the gun violence, that for the most part, has happened back to back.
Wild Adventures launching virtual educational program for students
Covid-19 has impacted pretty much everything we do, especially when it comes to learning. School field trips were a big part of Wild Adventures as students could learn about the animals.
Wilcox Co. football practices shut down after some players test positive for COVID-19
A few of the Wilcox County High School players have tested positive for COVID-19, according to Head FOotball Coach Rob Stowe.
Tuesday Albany homicide victim identified, 1 injured in shooting
One person is dead and another is seriously injured following a shooting in Albany Tuesday night, according to the police department.
Dougherty Co. suicide rates climb during COVID-19 pandemic
Doughtery County Coroner Michael Fowler said suicide rates have climbed during the COVID-19 pandemic, while other counties are not seeing this.
Sylvester police chief to return to work after recovering from COVID-19
The City of Sylvester’s police chief is preparing to head back to work full-time after recovering at home from COVID-19.
PCOM South Ga. club hosts back-to-school drive
A club at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) South Georgia needs your help to buy back-to-school supplies for children in need.
Southern Regional Tech hosts drive-thru pinning ceremony
Southern Regional Technical College in Moultrie held its first-ever drive-thru pinning ceremony Tuesday night, honoring its nursing students.
Parent of Valdosta State University student concerned about dorm safety
A parent of a Valdosta State University (VSU) student is concerned over the school’s plans for student living.
Dept. of Public Health reminds parents about getting students vaccinated before school starts
It is almost back to school time for students and the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is reminding parents about the importance of vaccines before heading back.
District attorney investigating Albany motel after complaints of drug activity
An Albany motel is under investigation after receiving several complaints of drug sales and prostitution.
School nurses prepare for challenging year amid COVID-19
School nurses will be the first line of defense when it comes to students who may have COVID-19 symptoms.
Dougherty Co. teacher creates song to inspire children during pandemic
A Dougherty County teacher created a song to help students push through the COVID-19 pandemic as they gear up for the school year.
Dougherty Co. leaders consider new equipment, renovations for several buildings
If you’re a county employee, or a frequent visitor of local government buildings, county commissioners may take extra steps to protect your health!
South Georgia pastor’s ‘Hamilton’ parody goes viral
Rev. Lonnie Lacy, Rector at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Tifton, posted the video on YouTube Saturday. It now has about half a million views.
Albany’s MLK Park, track get maintenance improvements
The park has remained a gathering place for the Southside community since its inception under the late Commissioner Tommy Postell.
African American artifacts over 130 years old discovered during Albany archaeological excavation
An archaeology excavation in downtown Albany wrapped up on Monday.
Albany officials looking for higher 2020 Census participation
The deadline for the 2020 Census is getting closer.
Thomasville receives funding for Remington Ave. streetscape project
The City of Thomasville just received a million-dollar grant to help fund a large project.
Lowndes Co. teachers, parents hold motor march over back to school concerns
Some Lowndes County teachers and parents say they don’t agree with the school board’s plans to start classes in August.
High-speed chase in Sumter Co. ends in 2 arrests
Two men were arrested following a high-speed chase in Sumter County, according to the sheriff’s office.
Sumter Co. law enforcement needs help finding missing woman
Rosa Lee Welch, 30, has been missing since July 6.
Persley: APD adheres to rigorous CALEA policing standards
“There are 484 standards that we can be judged by for our policy, procedures, training of how we do our operations to make sure, we are doing the right things for the right reasons,” said Persley.
Dougherty Co. gets $2.8 million in FEMA reimbursement for Jan. 2017 storm
This is a portion of a $9 million expense the county incurred as part of the January 22, 2017 tornado that devastated parts of the county.
‘Michael, I miss you’: Sister’s love for brother ignites new memorial 20 years after his death
A sister had a new memorial commissioned for her brother and two others who all died in a helicopter crash 20 years ago in Worth County.
Tommy Gregors gives Artesian Alliance update to Albany Exchange Club
Tommy Gregors laid out his plans for the future of the Artesian Alliance in Albany to Exchange Club members Friday.
Retiring APD Lieutenant honored with parade and ceremony
Ingram spent the last 30 years in law enforcement.
Albany leaders address recent large gathering event
A recent concert at U.S. 19 Dragway over the weekend caused many to express concern.
Dougherty Co. COVID-19 testing site moving to new location Monday
Starting July 27, the Dougherty County COVID-19 specimen collection site will be at a new location.
Non-profit partners with library to offer litter clean-up kits
Keep Thomas County Beautiful and Thomas County Library started a new program.
Southwest Georgia Regional Medical Center to close in Oct.
SGRMC will close on Oct. 22, which the hospital said is based on current financial projections.
Thomas Co. Sheriff’s Office warns of scams
Thomas County Sheriff’s Office said there are a few things you can do to make sure you don’t become a scam victim.
2 shot, 3 injured in shooting outside Albany nightclub
Two people were shot and three others injured during a fight that started inside Big Daddy’s Albany nightclub early Friday morning, according to the Albany Police Department (APD).
DOCO, Flint River Fresh, UGA Extension receives $10k grant for health equity
Dougherty County has been selected to receive a grant as a part of the Healthiest Cities and Counties Challenge.
App created for parents to reward kids keeping busy during pandemic
Greg Murset recently created the “Busykid” app to help parents that face a similar struggle with keeping their kids busy during COVID-19.
Albany crews assessing sewage overflow
Crews are working to assess the spill but the bypass pumps have been repaired and returned to service.
Thomasville assisted living community begins tours ahead of opening
An assisted living community in Thomasville is just two months shy of completion.
Deerfield-Windsor upper school suspends all sports, activities
Deerfield-Windsor Headmaster Allen Lowe told WALB News 10 that all sports and activities are currently suspended.
Albany City Commission works to create new employee clinic
A $1 million renovation is underway at the former Pace building in downtown Albany.
Ga. partnership expected to bring over 100 jobs to Bainbridge
This new facility will mark the company’s first location in Georgia and create 140 new jobs, according to a release.
Pandemic increases risk of hot car deaths
A reminder for parents this summer, to keep an eye on your children, so they don’t get locked inside a car.
City of Valdosta to host drive-thru back to school bash
It will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at the City Hall Annex at 300 North Lee Street.
Tifton blood drive set for Monday
You’ll get a free T-shirt, free wellness check and a free COVID-19 screening.
Ga. Dept. of Labor official addresses ‘slow’ unemployment claims processing
Georgia Department of Labor (DOL) Commissioner Mark Butler addressed complaints about the “slow” processing of unemployment claims.
District Attorney provides possible solution for decreasing gang violence
The biggest problem Edwards says he sees, is people witnessing crimes and not reporting them.
Justice Delayed: Coronavirus pandemic delays Dougherty County Court System
Courts have been closed since March. For defendants not in custody, the delay likely is an inconvenience. But, for those in the county jail, the shutdown is an extra month — or more — they have to wait for justice.
State campaign reminds drivers of dangers of speeding
The "Operation Southern Shield" campaign is underway this week in Georgia.
First responders train on Georgia’s Safe Haven Law
First Responders in Thomas County recently finished a training on the Safe Haven Law.
Albany City Commissioners to consider new contract with Albany Humane Society
The stray animal population in Albany is causing city commissioners to take extra measures.
Dougherty Co. sheriff issues cease and desist to U.S. 19 Dragway
On Wednesday, the Dougherty County Sheriff’s Office issued a cease and desist letter to the U.S. 19 Dragway in Albany.
‘We need to wait a little bit longer': Is it too early to get tested for COVID-19?
Health officials told WALB News 10 that some people may be going to get tested for COVID-19 too early.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Albany receive thousands in State Farm donation
State Farm Insurance Agents donated to The Boys & Girls Clubs of Albany to help the organization continue providing COVID-19 relief services in the Albany-Dougherty County area.
Lowndes Co. deputies training on new, life-saving equipment
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office is training on new automated external defibrillators (AED) it has acquired to place throughout the county.
COVID-19 patients need plasma donations from recovered patients
COVID-19 patients in Valdosta need help from those who’ve already beat the international virus.