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'Quilt King' has mastered the art of his latest passion
LEESBURG -- Watch Sam Lee and Jimmy Gainey interact, completing each other's sentences, filling in gaps that finish thoughts, correcting minute details, and the expression "like an old married couple" comes to mind. Lee and Gainey are not that old, but the expression in this case is apt: They are...
Swim for Life Program aims to sign up 500 kids for free swim lessons
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Kids in the Good Life City are getting the chance to have free swim lessons with Coroner Michael Fowler and the Albany YMCA’s Swim for Life Program. The Swim for Life Program has existed since 2016, focusing on one goal: to help decrease the number of drownings in the community. This year, the goal is to sign up 500 kids for free swim Lessons.
Suspect arrested in Albany aggravated assault
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The Albany Police Department (APD) has arrested a suspect in an aggravated assault case. On Sunday, May 19, police say there was a shooting in the 600 block of W. Residence Avenue. During the shooting, a female was shot in the chest. Brandon Johnson is believed...
Georgia DNR encourages safety on waterways ahead of Memorial Day weekend
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Georgia’s Department of Natural (DNR) Resources expects thousands of boaters to be on the water this Memorial Day weekend. If you are planning a boat trip on one of Georgia’s many lakes or streams this summer you’ll definitely need a life vest. It can save your life if you fall off a boat, but there are several other safety items you’ll need to be legal on Georgia waters.
Crisp County chief magistrate race headed for June runoff
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The chief magistrate race in Crisp County is now declared a tie. A runoff election will be held on June 18, 2024 across the county. Residents in the area can participate in advanced voting from June 10th to June 14th. The race between George Holmes and...
City Commissioner Jon Howard discovers yet another illegal dumping site
ALBANY, Ga. – Yet another illegal dump site has emerged in east Albany, leaving its city commissioner pondering what further actions can be taken. Ward 1 Commissioner Jon Howard led us to the latest dump site, located in the 1200 block of Crawford Drive. Howard discovered the dump site...
Wildcats send three more to college level
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - It’s been the year of signees in Titletown. This school year nearly 30 Valdosta High School athletes earn scholarships to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level. Just days before graduation three more Wildcats finalized their next steps. Girls head basketball coach...
Justin Neal picks a favorite -- 'Sweeney Todd' -- for directorial debut
ALBANY -- Theatre Albany General Manager Justin Neal generally gives off an upbeat, high-energy, but in-control vibe when he's conducting business for the historic theater. But spend a little time with Neal talking about Theatre Albany's upcoming production of "Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street," and you easily detect an undercurrent of energy that fairly fills the room.
Rue 21 closing all stores: How it will impact the youth
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Memorial Day is here, which means more people are likely shopping. Rue 21, a popular teen retail store, has filed for bankruptcy and plans to close all 540 stores. Here in Albany, the store recently closed a month ago, leaving residents with few options for shopping.
Golden Rams advance to finals at NCAA championships
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The Golden Rams Track team showed out in day one of the NCAA championships on Thursday. The 4x100 relay team advanced to the finals after finishing 3rd in their heat. Jayvon Hutchison, Kibren Moore, Jordan Smith, and Ed Gilbert came in at 40.03. In the individual...
Terron Hayes, Reggie Rachals claim Dougherty, Lee sheriffs races
ALBANY -- There's a new sheriff in town, and his name is Terron Hayes. Ten miles up the road, though, the name of the top law enforcement officer remains the same: Reggie Rachals. The Dougherty County Sheriff's Office's current chief deputy mounted a spirited -- and friendly -- battle with...
Leesburg family's new-age health business is mushrooming
LEESBURG -- As a registered nurse and the wife of a Marine Corps veteran with PTSD, Heather Smith had more than her share of frustration ... with the medical community, insurance companies, veterans services and Big Pharma. It was that frustration, the feeling of helplessness she felt while watching her...
Albany woman facing additional fraud charges
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - A fraud suspect has been rebooked on additional charges after attempting to cash in stolen money orders. According to the Albany Police Department (APD), Bryanna West, 22, was arrested on Thursday, May 9, after she cashed money orders that had been stolen from the mail. While...
Memorials, parades honoring fallen service members this Memorial Day
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Memorial Day is just around the corner, and several South Georgia communities are hosting events and parades to honor those who have sacrificed their lives while serving in the military. Below is a list of Memorial Day parades across South Georgia:. American Legion Post 30 in...
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