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Albany native plays in UFL conference championship
BIRMINGHAM, Al. (WALB) - Vantrel McMillan was sitting on his couch just a few weeks ago contemplating retirement and ending his dream of playing professional football. Instead, he took a road trip to Massachusetts, signing with the Pirates of the Indoor Football League. After finishing last season with the Michigan...
Crews work to repair cave-in on Albany road
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Crews work to repair a cave-in at Holloway Avenue. On Thursday, June 6, 2024, crews began working to repair a cave-in at Holloway Avenue and Newton Road. The cave-in is in the westbound lane of Holloway Avenue under the light. According to the City of Albany,...
Inaugural Family Affair Around the Square event held to promote community unity
CUTHBERT, Ga. (WALB) - The Inaugural Family Affair Around the Square event was held in Cuthbert on Saturday, June 8, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. According to Mayor Bobby Jenkins, the event was suggested by a city council member as an opportunity for residents to come out and have a fun-filled family day.
Albany police take robbery suspect into custody
ALBANY – The Albany Police Department has announced the arrest of a robbery suspect wanted in the theft of two cellphones in separate incidents. Officers responded shortly before noon on Monday to the 400 block of Flint Avenue, where the victim provided a description of the clothing worn by the suspect who stole his phone.
Trending drier with low humidity
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - As a cold front tracks east, isolated showers and storms remain possible tonight. Behind the front a refreshingly dry airmass which drops the humidity Friday and Saturday as highs top low-mid 90s. Nice conditions continue through Sunday. However it gets hotter mid-upper 90s while feeling much...
Albany-area military recruiters seek next generation of nation's warriors
ALBANY – From the Turner Field days of World War II, Albany has had a solid relationship with the U.S. military. That facility, which was used by the Army Air Corps to train pilots for the global conflict, later became an Air Force and then a Navy training facility until 1974.
First National Bank expands into Leesburg
LEESBURG — First National Bank has announced its expansion into the Leesburg market. The bank will have a full-service location open later this summer. The office will be located at 1559 U.S. Highway 19 South in Leesburg. “First National Bank has had banking relationships in the Leesburg area for...
Albany Technical College hosts Criminal Justice and Cybercrime Investigation Program
ALBANY, Ga. – Albany Technical College (ATC) shines a spotlight on its Criminal Justice and Cybercrime Investigation Program event. Respected professionals in criminal justice and law enforcement convened to share their insights and experiences. Attendees learned about the latest program updates, including advanced training tools and new course offerings.
City to transition traffic lights at Roosevelt Railroad Crossing
ALBANY – The city of Albany has begun the transition of the five traffic signals at the Roosevelt Avenue railroad crossing from an all-red flash operation to a standard red, yellow, and green operation.
SAMA Announces Children and Youth Art Contest
The Sumter Area ministerial Association (SAMA) is partnering with the Americus Sumter County Arts Council to host a children and youth art contest. The theme “A Beloved Community Lives in Unity” draws it’s inspiration from Psalm 133:1 “How pleasant it is when sisters and brothers live together in harmony!” Submissions are required to reflect this […] The post SAMA Announces Children and Youth Art Contest appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Pardons and Parole Board members meet with crime victims
ATLANTA - The State Board of Pardons and Paroles is engaging crime victims through Victim Impact Sessions. The VIS is facilitated by the Georgia Office of Victim Services through a district attorney's office. Victim Impact Sessions allow victims to discuss their case in a meeting with a Parole Board member, staff from the Georgia Office of Victim Services, and Clemency staff. Board members Meg Heap, Joyette Holmes and Wayne Bennett recently participated in Victim Impact Sessions. Heap and Bennett met with victims in Albany. ...
Albany Humane Society temporarily closed to intakes due to parvovirus
ALBANY – When two dogs were brought into the Albany Humane Society on Monday, it seemed like part of an ordinary day at the facility. Both strays, picked up in rural Dougherty County, one about 4 months and the other about 2 years old, were found roaming at different locations.
Albany families of gunshot victims try to heal. Community members and leaders look for solutions to gun violence problem
ALBANY – Some days Yolander Brown eats a slice of carrot cake just because it was her son, Nigel’s, favorite. Her family walks through their house and talks to Nigel, asking him how he’s doing and wishing him a good day. In their house, there’s a room with his cardboard cutout, the blanket he used to have on his bed, and other bits and pieces of his life.
New developments are coming to downtown Leesburg
LEESBURG, Ga. (WALB) -Coming soon, residents of Lee County can expect to see a new and revitalized downtown Leesburg strip area. Bob Alexander, Leesburg city manager, says he’s excited about what this new area could offer to residents in Lee County. “The downtown area is the heart and soul...
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