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Railroad crossing on 15th Street to close for maintenance

CORDELE, Ga. (WALB) - The city of Cordele is warning drivers about a road closure this week. Heart of Georgia Railroad will be closing the crossing on 15th Street for maintenance on Monday, March 30, and Tuesday, March 31, according to the city. The city urges drivers to plan to...

Cordele, GA · 03-29
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Thomas County railroad crossing still closed days after train derails

THOMAS COUNTY, Ga. (WCTV) - A Thomas County railroad crossing is still closed days after a train derailment. The crossing on Old Cassidy Road, will likely not open until Monday, according to Thomas County Public Works Director Jay Knight. Knight said crews have fixed the damaged asphalt at the crossing...

Thomas County, GA · 03-27
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Transportation Transitions: Industry veterans take leadership roles at Southeastern Freight, NationaLease, Fuel Transport

Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Craig Parrish to Albany service center manager. Southeastern Freight Lines recently promoted Craig Parrish to service center manager in Albany, Georgia. Over the course of his 15-year career with Southeastern, Parrish has held a variety of roles, including pickup and delivery driver, inbound supervisor, breakbulk supervisor, and assistant service center manager.

Albany, GA · 03-27
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Thomas County begins roundabout construction at Colonial Square

The construction is causing a lane closure near Fratelli’s, bringing temporary traffic changes, part of a larger project aimed at improving safety, traffic flow, and walkability in the growing area.

Thomasville, GA · 03-25

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HAPPENING NOW: Freight train carrying pulp material derails in Thomas County

As crews clean up, Old Cassidy Road will be closed, and clean-up is expected to take all week. The cause of the derailment is unknown.

Thomas County, GA · 03-24

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Decatur County schools face a bus driver shortage causing route delays

Decatur County schools are experiencing a bus driver shortage, causing route delays. Teachers and coaches are stepping in to help fill the gap.

Decatur County, GA · 03-23

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Train derails, temporarily closing Old Cassidy Road at railroad crossing in Thomas County

THOMAS COUNTY, Ga. (WCTV) - A train carrying pulp material derailed early Tuesday morning in Thomas County, prompting an emergency road closure at the railroad crossing on Old Cassidy Road, according to the Thomas County Public Works. The incident unfolded around 2 a.m., Jay Knight with Thomas County Public Works...

Thomas County, GA · 03-24

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Irwin County bridge closed for repairs

The Little Brushy Creek bridge in Irwin County on state route 90 is closed until further notice according to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT).

Irwin County, GA · 03-22

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Portions of Bluffton Road to close in Edison starting Tuesday

EDISON, GA — Portions of Bluffton Road will close starting Tuesday as Oxford Construction crews work to improve the road and safety conditions along the route. Drivers will have to use Davis Chapel Road, Fains Hatchery Road and Highway 37 for the detour. City officials have not set an...

Edison, GA · 03-23

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Oglethorpe Bridge construction still on schedule, July reopening approaches

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) -Albany drivers receive good news waiting on the new Oglethorpe Bridge downtown: the Georgia Department of Transportation confirms the project is still on schedule. GDOT said the bridge is still set to reopen July 22, 2026. The new structure will carry four lanes of traffic and include...

Albany, GA · 03-20

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Bus driver shortage at Decatur County Schools creating ‘significant challenges,’ school district says

BAINBRIDGE, Ga. (WCTV) - Decatur County Schools (DCS) is currently experiencing a bus driver shortage, which the school district says has created significant challenges. In a “Transportation Statement” shared to social media Thursday afternoon, DCS revealed that the shortage of bus drivers could impact bus routes, along with student pick-up and drop-off times.

Decatur County, GA · 03-20

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‘Who knows if we’re going to be able to afford it’: South Georgians wait on state for gas price relief

GEORGIA (WALB) - For Derrick Freeman, the timing couldn’t have been worse. The Mitchell County resident just bought a new truck, and now he’s watching gas prices climb faster than he ever expected. “I expected to pay a little bit more, but I wasn’t expecting to be paying...

Mitchell County, GA · 03-19

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Irwin County bridge closed for repairs

IRWIN COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) - Traffic is detouring away from Little Brushy creek Bridge in Irwin County after a traffic accident. The Little Brushy Creek bridge in Irwin County on state route 90 is closed until further notice according to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). The bridge was damaged...

Irwin County, GA · 03-20

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Traffic alert: Accident on Albany expressway caused traffic delays

An accident on Liberty Expressway at Blaylock Street caused a backup in westbound traffic, according to officials.

Albany, GA · 03-19

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Traffic Alert: Accident on Albany expressway caused traffic delays

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - An accident on Liberty Expressway at Blaylock Street caused a backup in westbound traffic, according to officials. According to officials, an accident occurred on Thursday, March 19. Authorities said injuries were reported. WALB is working to learn more. Stay with us for more details. Have a...

Albany, GA · 03-19

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‘Who knows if we’re going to be able to afford it’: South Georgians wait on state for gas price relief

Albany, GA · 03-19