Local & State Headlines

County hears funding pleas
The Dougherty County Commission's finance committee whittles away at the county's FY '09 budget.

Speedway issue back on the table
The Dougherty County Commission revisits the Albany Motor Speedway issue.

Lee County looks at emergency service funds
Lee County commissioners struggle with funding numbers for providing expanded emergency services.

Freeman interviews in D.C.
Albany State University's president is one of four finalists for president of the University of the District of Columbia.

Worth paper bought
A Vidalia company is buying Worth County's weekly newspaper.

West sentenced to 10 years on manslaughter charge
A man who pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter Monday is seeking a lighter sentence.

Jefferson Street road work begins
An overnight transportation project should provide long-term relief at an Albany intersection.