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Albany Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Albany Georgia News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Albany and Southwest Georgia. From local government and business developments to healthcare, education, public safety, economic growth, agriculture, and community events across Dougherty County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Southwest Georgia's most important communities, Albany…
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Shots Fired at Shackleford Shopping Center | Albany Georgia News
Two men shot at Shackleford Shopping Center early Wednesday— one dead, the other hospitalized and now the only witness. Police are racing to ID the victim…
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ASU Unveils New Spirit Store | Albany Georgia News
Albany State just dropped a major vibe booster: its brand-new spirit store opened August 27th, turning school pride into a one-stop shop for Golden Rams gear…
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SEC Cracks Down on Pro Returners | Albany Georgia News
The SEC just dropped a major crackdown on colleges trying to bring back athletes who’ve already gone pro—no more sneaky comebacks after NFL, NBA, or WNBA…
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Lee County Revises Hospital Authority Lists | Albany Georgia News
Lee County commissioners are restarting the candidate selection process for three Hospital Authority seats — not to replace anyone, but to ensure compliance…
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Braves vs Dodgers Playoff Atmosphere | Albany Georgia News
The Braves and Dodgers are locked in a nail-biting race, with Atlanta leading 2-0 in the series after a walk-off win fueled by Ha-Seong Kim’s clutch hit…
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Falcons QB Race Tightens | Albany Georgia News
The Falcons are still deciding who starts at QB for Week 1 as Michael Penix Jr. makes a cautious comeback from his ACL tear, participating in drills but not…
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FSU’s QB Reset Against Aggies | Albany Georgia News
Florida State’s football future hangs in the balance as coach Mike Norvell bets big on transfer QB Ashton Daniels to revive a struggling program after…
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Albany’s Civic Center Future in Question | Albany Georgia News
Albany’s aging Civic Center, opened in 1983, is under threat as city officials weigh its future amid growing competition from nearby cities. A feasibility…
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Kinley Rasmus Shines at LLWS | Albany Georgia News
Kinley Rasmus, the 25th girl ever to play in the Little League World Series, is stealing the spotlight with her electric talent—pitching six scoreless innings…
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Georgia's Pass Rush Still Searching | Albany Georgia News
Georgia’s pass rush remains a glaring weakness as they gear up for their season opener, with Coach Kirby Smart admitting the defense still lacks consistent…
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City Budget Math Doesn't Add Up | Albany Georgia News
City’s proposed 2027 budget looks balanced on paper—$6,180,350 in revenues and spending—but an audit reveals the numbers don’t actually add up. This…
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Two Powerhouses Collide in Georgia | Albany Georgia News
Two powerhouse high school football teams collide this Friday night in Leesburg, Georgia, as nationally ranked No. 11 Miami Carol City faces off against Lee…
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Turnovers Cost Lee West the Game | Albany Georgia News
Lee West Middle School nearly pulled off an upset against Sumter County, leading for much of the game and driving deep into enemy territory—only to collapse…
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Senior QB Aiming for Glory | Albany Georgia News
Kohlin Brownlee, Monroe’s senior football star, is laser-focused on turning his final season into a breakout year—aiming for a college scholarship while…
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Braves Surge Meets Dodgers Ace | Albany Georgia News
The Braves are on a hot streak, snapping a rough patch with two straight wins over the Brewers and Dodgers, now just three games behind LA for the second seed…
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Dawson Budget’s Perfect Balance Is an Illusion | Albany Georgia News
Dawson’s city council thought they had a flawless budget—six million, one hundred eighty thousand, three hundred fifty dollars in and out, balanced to the…
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Scheffler Chasing Woods' Earnings Record | Albany Georgia News
Scottie Scheffler is just over a million dollars away from breaking Tiger Woods’ all-time PGA Tour earnings record—despite having far fewer wins. A top-8…
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Lady Trojans Dominate with Nine Straight Wins | Albany Georgia News
Lee County’s Lady Trojans are crushing it with nine straight wins, including a dominant 4-1 victory over Veterans to stay undefeated in region play. Brylyn…
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Big Ten and SEC Shut Down Pro-Back College Football | Albany Georgia News
Big Ten and SEC just shut down the door for NFL-experienced players returning to college — a major move sparked by a Louisiana court’s surprise ruling granting…
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Kam Davis Rebuilds His Future | Albany Georgia News
From eight thousand yards and seventy-five touchdowns in high school to a fresh start as a running back at Liberty University, Kam Davis is rewriting his…
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Senator Tours Albany State Campus | Albany Georgia News
Senator Jaha Howard’s campus tour at Albany State wasn’t just a walk-through—it was a powerful moment of connection, insight, and advocacy. Seeing firsthand…
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From a Run to a Regional Race | Albany Georgia News
This Saturday, the Albany Area YMCA kicks off its first-ever cross country invitational — a bold idea born from a casual 5K run that turned into a regional…
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Atkinson Named Beavers' New QB | Albany Georgia News
Oregon State shocks fans by naming Braden Atkinson their starting QB after a fierce battle with Maalik Murphy and Brady Jones. The transfer from Mercer, who…
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Albany State Welcomes New Staff | Albany Georgia News
Albany State University kicked off its new employee journey with a warm, community-filled luncheon, proving that welcoming talent isn’t just nice—it’s…
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Jace Murray: Leader, Lifter, Legacy | Albany Georgia News
Jace Murray, Lee County’s four-year starting linebacker and Army commit, is dominating the field with relentless physicality and emerging as a vital…
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Albany's Central Commons Park Debate | Albany Georgia News
Albany’s ambitious Central Commons park project aims to transform a downtown parking lot into a vibrant green space with coffee, events, and community…
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Bryse Peachey Shines with 417 Yards | Albany Georgia News
Bryse Peachey shredded defenses for 417 yards and 5 touchdowns, averaging 15 yards per carry while also throwing for 101 yards — a dual-threat monster. Lyndon…
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Dodgers vs Braves Playoff Push | Albany Georgia News
Dodgers vs. Braves: A three-game NL showdown with playoff implications, where division leaders clash for the top seed and first-round bye. The Dodgers, riding…
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Dawson's Budget Is a Mirage | Albany Georgia News
Dawson’s supposedly balanced budget is a financial illusion—full of double-counted money, zero reserves for existing loans, and no plan to pay back critical…
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Angel Reese Shatters WNBA Rebound Records | Albany Georgia News
Angel Reese just shattered WNBA history with a career-defining 26-rebound game, helping Atlanta Dream edge out Los Angeles Sparks 78-71 in a pivotal West Coast…
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Softball Surge and Struggles | Albany Georgia News
Terrell Academy fell hard but is building momentum, Worth County is crushing it with a 12-1 record, Deerfield-Windsor finally broke their winless streak, and…
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Terrell Softball Learns from Tough Loss | Albany Georgia News
Terrell Academy’s softball team fell short against the defending state champs, Southwest Georgia Academy, losing 7-3—but don’t let the score fool you: this was…
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Terrell County Schools Hire Financial Consultants | Albany Georgia News
Terrell County Schools is set to vote on hiring Mauldin & Jenkins as CFO consultants in a special meeting Tuesday, August 25th at 5 PM — a move sparked by the…
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Dawson City Proposes Fire Fee | Albany Georgia News
Dawson city officials are proposing a new $8 monthly charge on all water users to fund fire protection, creating a dedicated fire tax district to make fire…
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Aaron Philo Named Florida’s New QB | Albany Georgia News
Florida’s new QB battle is settled: Aaron Philo, a transfer from Georgia Tech, has earned the starting nod over Tramell Jones Jr. under first-year coach Jon…
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Atlanta Dream on Fire Against Sparks | Albany Georgia News
Atlanta Dream are on fire, clinching a playoff spot and riding a four-game road win streak into a showdown with the Sparks in LA. Sitting fourth with just…
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Coach McCrae Battles Viral Meningitis | Albany Georgia News
Deerfield-Windsor’s head football coach Jake McCrae is hospitalized recovering from viral meningitis — a condition he initially mistook for the flu. Despite…
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Albany State Volleyball Ready to Rise | Albany Georgia News
Albany State’s volleyball team is firing on all cylinders as they ramp up for the season, blending intense training with rising team chemistry to chase big…
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Sherwood Lady Eagles Sweep Valwood | Albany Georgia News
Sherwood Christian stunned undefeated Valwood with a commanding 3-0 sweep, proving they’re rising fast after a brutal three-match week. Down early to Grace…
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Lady Trojans Rally to Stun Grace Christian | Albany Georgia News
Lee County’s Lady Trojans stunned Grace Christian with a gritty comeback win, then swept Perry to build momentum heading into region play—showcasing…
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The Quiet Leader Changing the Game | Albany Georgia News
Dylan Clark, a towering senior defensive end and All-State standout, is redefining leadership on the field by putting team success over personal stats—letting…
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Lee County Dominates with Perfect Start | Albany Georgia News
Lee County made a statement with a 51-0 demolition of Hapeville Charter, scoring on their first possession and never looking back. Quarterback Cohen Lawson…
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Tony Barnhart Retires After 50 Years | Albany Georgia News
After fifty years chronicling college football’s highs and lows, Tony Barnhart is stepping back from the frontlines—but not before dropping his next book and…
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Sherwood Eagles Dominate Return to 11-Man Football | Albany Georgia News
Sherwood Christian Academy made a thunderous return to eleven-man football with a 47-7 demolition of Central Fellowship, proving they’re ready to compete at…
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Rams Dominate Early Season Opener | Albany Georgia News
Worth County Rams roar back with a 49-35 demolition of Brooks County, proving their championship pedigree isn’t just history—it’s still on full display. Senior…
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Dougherty County Property Assessment Guide | Albany Georgia News
Dougherty County’s Notices of Assessment are out this week — not your tax bill, but a key snapshot of your property’s value, exemptions, and your 45-day appeal…
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Pet Food Bank to Save Families and Paws | Albany Georgia News
An Albany animal trainer is launching a pet food bank to rescue families from the heartbreaking choice of surrendering their pets due to rising costs. Inspired…
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Two New Housing Projects Target Lee County's Gaps | Albany Georgia News
Two new housing developments are set to reshape Lee County’s real estate scene, targeting younger professionals and small families with fresh…
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Building Team Chemistry Beyond the Field | Albany Georgia News
David Bowser’s first season at Albany State is a test of unity, not just talent—turning a roster of transfers and freshmen into a cohesive unit before their…
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Westwood’s Wild Win Over Baker County | Albany Georgia News
Westwood pulled off a wild, chaotic eight-man football thriller against Baker County, turning early chaos—including ejections and overturned touchdowns—into a…
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Lady Eagles Crush Westwood 17-2 | Albany Georgia News
Terrell Academy’s Lady Eagles crushed Westwood in a three-inning thriller, exploding for 17 runs to Westwood’s 2 — including a jaw-dropping 10-run first inning…
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Georgia Soccer Shatters NCAA Attendance Record | Albany Georgia News
Georgia soccer shattered the NCAA attendance record with over 25,000 fans roaring them to a dominant 6-0 win over James Madison — a night that wasn’t just…
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Lady Trojans Show Grit with Big Wins | Albany Georgia News
The Lady Trojans battled back from a set down to shock undefeated Grace Christian, then swept Perry in a dominant performance—showcasing grit, resilience, and…
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Dublin School Board Suspended Over Financial Crisis | Albany Georgia News
Governor Brian Kemp just pulled a major move—suspending all seven members of the Dublin School Board over damning claims of financial mismanagement that…
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Stockton’s Growth and Team Gaps | Albany Georgia News
Kirby Smart is bullish on Gunner Stockton’s growth as the Bulldogs’ QB, praising his improved leadership and arm strength — a major boost as he anchors the…
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Albany State Sets Tone for Strong Season | Albany Georgia News
Albany State University kicked off the academic year with a high-energy HBCU-Up Fall Academy, uniting students, faculty, and staff to build community and set…
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The Unplanned Firsts of William G Anderson | Albany Georgia News
William G. Anderson didn’t chase history—he stepped into it when no one else would. From becoming Detroit’s first Black surgical resident to leading the…
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Albany Trail Over Philema Road | Albany Georgia News
Albany’s city commission is poised to vote on a major trail project that could finally connect downtown to Chehaw Park — a long-sought link blocked for years…
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Albany State’s Big Win and Community Impact | Albany Georgia News
Albany State University just landed a jaw-dropping $328 million boost, fueling big plans to upgrade water security and team up with law enforcement via Lily…
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Loran Smith's Hall of Fame Moment | Albany Georgia News
Loran Smith is set to be honored with a spot in the Georgia Radio Hall of Fame this Saturday — a well-deserved capstone for a career that’s been nothing short…