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12 arrested in sex trafficking investigation based in Dougherty County
DOUGHERTY Co., Ga. - (November 10, 2025) - As a result of a proactive, multi-agency online undercover investigation coordinated by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Human Exploitation and Trafficking Unit (HEAT), in partnership with the Albany-Dougherty Special Investigations Unit (SIU), Albany…
Body found burned beyond recognition in Albany
ALBANY, Ga. - The Albany Police Department is currently investigating the discovery of an unidentified deceased individual found in a wooded area today, in the 2800 block of Rosebrier Avenue. At approximately 7:00 A.M., officers responded to a call regarding…
New K-9 unit helps make arrests on methamphetamine charges in Grady Co.
CAIRO, Ga. - Two arrested for trafficking methamphetamine: This past Friday, shortly after nightfall, the Grady County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant that resulted in the arrest of Roger Chason and David Kennedy—both well known to law enforcement.…
Law enforcement investigates unusual activity on Wildlife Management Area in Cook County
COOK Co., Ga. - On Monday, November 10th, 2025, at approximately 12:45pm, a Georgia Department of Natural Resources Game Warden received a picture sent from a trail camera to them showing unusual activity on the Sparks Cut-Off Wildlife Management Area.…
Saddle up for two nights of ABAC PCA Pro Rodeo action in Tifton
TIFTON, Ga. - Get ready for heart-pounding rodeo action this Friday and Saturday as Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College hosts its PCA Pro Rodeo, presented by 3R Rodeo Company! Gates…
Quality Employment Service celebrates 30 years with Business After Hours Event in Moultrie
MOULTRIE, Ga. - Quality Employment Service is marking 30 years of service with a special Business After Hours celebration in partnership with the Moultrie-Colquitt County Chamber of…
Albany Police Department to host their Annual Gun Buyback Event
ALBANY, Ga. - The Albany Police Department (APD) is inviting the community to participate in their "It's My Neighborhood. It's My Community. It's My City." Annual Gun Buyback Event this Saturday,…
Great Clips® provides free haircuts to give back to Albany military service members on Veterans Day
ALBANY, Ga. - Great Clips® will offer free haircuts to veterans and active military service members on Tuesday, November 11 as a part of its annual Thank a Veteran event. Veterans and active military service members can go to any…
City of Albany Veterans Day Event
ALBANY, Ga. -Join us for a special community event dedicated to recognizing the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of Albany’s veterans and active-duty service members. This public celebration will bring together residents, families, and local leaders to express heartfelt gratitude…
Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee and Phoebe Putney Health System Veteran's Day Program
ALBANY, Ga. - Please join the Phoebe Health System and the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee for a Veterans Day Program on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11 a.m. The event will take place at Phoebe…
Valdosta Police Department Detectives arrest suspect in connection to fatal hit and run investigation
VALDOSTA, Ga. - On November 7, 2025, at 11:00 p.m., a citizen called Lowndes County E911 to report that a female was lying on the side of the roadway in the 300 block of Wisenbaker Lane. When Valdosta Police Officers…
Grady County Superintendent of Schools passes away
CAIRO, Ga. - Grady County Schools made the announcement late Sunday evening that Superintendent Dr. Eric McFee unexpectedly passed away. According to a post on the school district's Facebook page, Dr. McFee’s passing was "unexpected" and is a "tremendous…
Albany Police Department to host Annual Gun Buyback and “It’s My Neighborhood, It’s My Community, It’s My City” event
ALBANY, Ga. – The Albany Police Department (APD) is inviting community members to participate in “It’s My Neighborhood, It’s My Community, It’s My City” - a special gathering designed to foster open dialogue and unity across Albany in conjunction…
Sowega Council on Aging announces search for new Area Agency on Aging Director
ALBANY, Ga. — The Sowega Council on Aging (SCOA) has launched a search for an experienced and mission-driven professional to serve as its next Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Director. This senior leadership role oversees agency operations, programs and grants that…
Join us for our 8th Annual Operation Toy Drive in South Georgia
ALBANY, Ga. - The holiday season is a time for giving, and our 8th Annual Operation Toy Drive is here to make a difference for children across our 17-county viewing…
Victoria Evans Memorial Library hosts Veterans Story Walk in Ashburn
ASHBURN, Ga. - The Victoria Evans Memorial Library is inviting the community to take part in a special Veterans Story Walk today, Monday, November 10. This meaningful event…
Pet of the Week: "Pirate King"
TIFTON, Ga. - It's time to meet our Pet of the Week, and this one's a real treasure! Say hello to the one and only "Pirate King!" At just 7 months old, this…
Partial SNAP benefits to be issued to eligible Georgians
ATLANTA, Ga. – Based on new federal directives, the Georgia Department of Human Services will issue partial Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November. SNAP recipients whose distribution dates have already passed will receive their allotment by Tuesday, November 11.…
City of Albany to activate Operation Safe Place Warming Centers
ALBANY, Ga. - On Monday, November 10, 2025, the City of Albany will activate Operation Safe Place to provide a warm place for people to stay overnight. According to the current forecast, freezing temperatures are expected overnight beginning on the 10th and…
GBI releases deceased suspect's name in officer-involved shooting in Crisp Co.
CRISP Co., Ga. - (November 8, 2025) - At the request of the Crisp County Sheriff’s Office, GBI Agents are investigating an officer involved shooting in Crisp County, GA. One man died in the incident. No officers were injured. Preliminary information…
GBI arrests Albany woman for Second Degree Murder in connection to the death of a seven-month-old
LEE CO., Ga. - (November 5, 2025) - The GBI has arrested and charged Nyla Simmons, age 22, of Albany, GA, with one count of Second Degree Cruelty to Children and one count of Second Degree Murder in connection with the…
APD: Homicide investigation in the 1400 block of East Residence Ave.
ALBANY, Ga. - On November 7, 2025 at 3:13 A.M., officers responded to the 1400 Block of East Residence Ave in reference to a report of gunshots in the area. Upon arrival they found 29-year-old Johnthan Wimbish in the roadway…
Cook County Schools respond to "possible weapon" on elementary campus
SPARKS, Ga. - Law enforcement officials and school safety personnel responded to a report of a "possible weapon" on the Cook Elementary School campus according to a post on the school district's Facebook page: "On Friday, November 7th, the administration…
Phoebe Unveils Simulation & Innovation Mobile Unit
ALBANY, Ga. – The patient lying in a hospital bed in the new mobile unit unveiled Friday by Phoebe looks real. He certainly sounds real. He’s able to carry on conversations about his symptoms, health history, even current events or…
Cordele RailFan Festival at SAM Shortline Excursion Train Downtown Depot
CORDELE, Ga. - Trainenthusiasts, both young and young at heart turn out from all over the country for the Cordele RailFan Festival. This year's event will be Saturday, November 8th from 10:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. You can enjoy…
