Local & State Headlines

Social studies scores tossed
A dramatic drop in social studies scores on a standardized test prompts the state to throw out the results.

Ex-law tech gets 19 years
A former Sumter County law enforcement technician has 10 days to appeal his sentence for a child porn conviction.

Dougherty mulls ’09 budget
The Dougherty County Commission’s Finance Committee nears completion of its work on a FY ’09 budget.

Schools may tighten belt in new year
Higher food costs are among the issues Dougherty County School System Finance Committee members are tackling for FY 2009.

Three arraigned on drug charges
More than a dozen defendants in a multi-state marijuana grow operation have made court appearances.

MCLB holds ‘safety circus’
Heightened risks of death and injury during holiday periods call for increased caution.

Edwards receives state justice award
An Albany prosecutor’s work is recognized with a statewide honor.

Lily Pad absorbs 2nd role
The Sunshine Center will be moving to the Lily Pad beginning in June.

Summer school dates announced
Dougherty County School System officials have announced the summer school dates in response to scheduling questions from community members.