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Downtown Tifton bakery facing backlash after social media comment sparking allegations of racism
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‘Line up to pick cotton’: Tifton bakery faces backlash over Facebook comment
TIFTON, Ga. (WALB) — Mi-Lady Bakery in downtown Tifton is facing criticism on social media after a Facebook comment was made by Kyle Rhodes, who is listed as the company’s secretary in Georgia business records. The comment, posted from a profile named Kyle Rhodes under a post on...
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Opening date set for long-awaited new Oglethorpe Bridge in Albany
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — A new bridge carrying Oglethorpe Boulevard over the Flint River in downtown Albany is scheduled to open Dec. 11, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). The contractor building the bridge has set the opening date for the crossing, which also carries U.S. 82...
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‘It follows you forever’: Iraq veteran from Albany shares his story
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — Before Albert Campbell built a career selling cars in Albany, he served in the Army during the 2003 invasion of Iraq. Today, he says the lessons he learned in the military helped him succeed. But the hardships of war have stayed with him, too. He hopes his story will help people understand the sacrifices he says are sometimes overlooked on Veterans Day.
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Oak Grove Baptist hosts free giveaway this Saturday
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — Oak Grove Baptist Church will host a giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 14. The giveaway will be from 9am - 12pm at 1210 Eight Mile Road in Albany. Organizers say that there will be a variety of items for free, including free refreshments. OTHER COMMUNITY NEWS...
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Golden Rams Aim for Strong Finale Against Hawks
ALBANY, Ga. – After all fans, friends and alumni went home happy last Saturday evening, the Golden Rams have been blessed with an extra game this weekend. Albany State aims for a strong added finish in a Week 11 game at Shorter University. ASU faces an in-state foe in...