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1 dead, 1 injured in late-night fatal shooting in Americus
AMERICUS, Ga. - Homicide Investigation On November 16, 2025 at 1:13 AM officers of the Americus Police Department were dispatched to a report of shots fired in the 300 block of Pine Street. On arrival officers found two victims with…
Bainbridge-Decatur Co. Chamber of Commerce hosts Service & Safety Job Fair for aspiring first responders
BAINBRIDGE, Ga. - Anyone interested in a career in public safety will have an opportunity to connect with local agencies during the upcoming Service & Safety Job Fair, hosted by…
Teens invited to "travel the world" in free global cultural event in Albany
ALBANY, Ga. - Albany teens will have the chance to explore the world, no suitcase required. Stamped & Ready, Inc. is hosting "Destination: Everywhere — A Global Experience…
Pet of the Week: "Drama"
NASHVILLE, Ga. - It's time to meet our Pet of the Week, and this one deserves a standing ovation... Say hello to "Drama!" This 60-pound Border Collie mix has a heart that's pure gold…
3 distemper cases confirmed in Quitman, pet owners urged to take action quickly
QUITMAN, Ga. - The City of Quitman has confirmed at least 3 cases of canine distemper. The city is urging pet owners to take action quickly to protect their pets. Distemper infection is highly contagious and the virus can spread…
Fire officials respond to multiple structure and grass fires in Lowndes Co.
VALDOSTA, Ga. - On Saturday, fire officials responded to multiple structure and grass fires across Lowndes Co. Officials are urging residents that burning is NOT advised in the Facebook post by EMA Lowndes: BURN ALERT - Multiple fire departments…
2 hospitalized after high speed police chase ends in violent crash in Tifton
TIFTON, Ga. - On Sunday morning, an officer with the Sycamore Police Department attempted to initiate a traffic stop to pull over a driver for speeding on I-75 South. The driver refused to stop and a police chase ensued…
2 charged in connection to Waffle House shooting incident that left 2 injured in Cordele
CORDELE, Ga. - ***UPDATE*** Waffle House Shooting Update This morning, just before lunch one of our officers spotted the shooting suspect from the Waffle House incident on the front porch of a residence in the city. A quick coordinated effort…
Albany-Dougherty County invites community input for 2046 Comprehensive Plan
ALBANY, Ga. - Residents have another opportunity to help shape the future of Albany and Dougherty County during the second public meeting for the Comprehensive Plan 2046, set for Monday, November 17,…
Shop local and celebrate the season at the MB Fall Market in Fitzgerald
FITZGERALD, Ga. - Fall festivities are in full swing as the MB Fall Market comes to Fitzgerald this Saturday, November 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hosted by Maylee Baby Event Rentals…
Douglas AAction Air Conditioning & Heating Co. to host Coffee County Appreciation Day this Saturday
DOUGLAS, Ga. - Douglas AAction Air Conditioning and Heating is bringing the community together for a brand-new celebration. The first-ever Coffee County Appreciation Day is…
Ga. Secretary of State candidate Judge Penny Brown Reynolds to make campaign stop in Albany
Albany, GA — November 13, 2025 — Judge Penny Brown Reynolds — former state judge, ordained pastor, Biden appointee, and candidate for Georgia Secretary of State — continues her statewide tour with a visit to Albany, Georgia, on Friday, November 14, 2025.…
GBI: Wanted man died from self-inflicted gunshot wound in officer-involved shooting on Nov. 7 in Crisp Co.
CRISP Co., Ga. - UPDATE - (November 13, 2025): Preliminary information from the GBI Medical Examiner’s Office, as well as other evidence gathered during the investigation, indicates Calhoun died from a self-inflicted gunshot…
Free Holiday Movie Night returns to Albany Municipal Auditorium with Home Alone on Friday, December 12th
ALBANY, GA. (November 12, 2025) – Get ready for an evening full of laughter, cocoa, and Holiday cheer as the Albany Municipal Auditorium transforms into a wonderland workshop for Holiday Movie Night featuring Home Alone on December 12! Festivities…
Victory of Albany 3rd Annual Holiday Turkey and Food Box Giveaway
ALBANY, Ga. - Victory of Albany and partnering churches will be hosting this years’ Turkey and Food Box Giveaway community outreach event on Tuesday, November 25th @ 8:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Albany Civic Center. Please bring…
Performing artists invited to Echoes Open Mic Night at the Albany Museum of Art
[For Release November 13, 2025 – Albany, GA] ─ The Albany Museum of Art is inviting artists, writers, and performers to submit original work for Echoes: A Creative Response Open Mic on Thursday, Dec 4. The deadline to register as a participant…
What you need to know about the City of Albany's 35th Annual Celebration of Lights Event and Parade, set for December 6th
Albany, GA – The City of Albany is wrapping downtown in twinkling lights and holiday cheer for the 35th Annual Celebration of Lights, taking place Saturday, December 6, 2025! This beloved community tradition returns with music, magic, and memories,…
City of Albany partners with MCLB for Toys for Tots toy drive
Albany, GA – The City of Albany is partnering with the Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) to host a Toys for Tots toy drive. In partnership with MCLB, Albany has placed boxes city-wide to help provide as many locations…
Albany Technical College launches Women In Technology (WIT) presence to expand pathways for Women in Tech
ALBANY, Ga. - Albany Technical College (ATC) is expanding opportunities for women pursuing technology careers by launching a campus presence with Women In Technology (WIT), a Georgia-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting girls and women across the tech pipeline, this initiative…
Power Up: Give blood with Red Cross x PAC-MAN
ALBANY, Ga. — (Nov. 12, 2025) — The American Red Cross encourages donors to Level Up their impact by giving blood this November. The last two months of the year can be a challenge for many donors trying to juggle regular donation appointments with…
Electric Vehicle Training courses beginning Spring Semester at Albany Technical College
ALBANY, Ga. - Albany Technical College will launch new Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Training courses beginning Spring Semester 2026 as part of its Automotive Technology program. Classes for the Spring term begin January 12, 2026. Prospective students interested in working with…
SGTC officials recognized by the Georgia Department of Community Supervision for resource fair support
AMERICUS, Ga. - South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) Career Services Director Cynthia Carter and SGTC Career Specialist Lisa Truitt were recognized with Certificates of Appreciation by the Georgia Department of Community Supervision (DCS), Americus Field Office, on behalf of…
SGTC official participating in virtual Fatherhood Conversation for Americus and six surrounding areas
AMERICUS, Ga. - South Georgia Technical College Director of Career Services Cynthia Carter will be joining Fatherhood Outreach Specialist 3 Lisa Courtney from the Division of Child Support Services and the Georgia Department of Human Services to host a…
SGTC completes butterfly bench for Rosalynn Carter Butterfly Trail
PLAINS, Ga. - The South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) Crisp County Welding Department in collaboration with the Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) Art Department and 8 Mile Customs, LLC, of Albany, GA, completed and presented a very unique butterfly…
Tift Regional Medical Center to celebrate the 40th Annual Tree of Life on Dec. 4
Tifton, Ga. (11/10/25) - The 40th annual lighting of the Tree of Life will be held on Dec. 4, 6:00 p.m., on the front lawn of Tift Regional Medical Center (TRMC). This event serves as a symbolic tribute to friends, family, and lost loved ones during the holiday…
