For Kimberly Blackshear, a mother of six, a routine trip to the pediatrician quickly turned into a life-or-death race against time. When her infant son, Keyng, was found to have dangerously low oxygen levels, he was rushed to Phoebe Worth Medical Center, a move that Kimberly credits with saving his life. “I live in Albany, […]

ALBANY, Ga., March 10, 2026 – Albany State University (ASU), Georgia’s largest public Historically Black College and University (HBCU), has launched a national search for the best and brightest faculty across multiple disciplines for the Fall 2026 semester. One of the most expansive faculty searches in the institution’s recent history, the effort reflects record enrollment […]

Albany, GA – “Rhapsody in Blue,” one of the most recognizable and beloved American musical compositions of the 20th century, will be featured in the Albany Symphony Orchestra’s (ASO) upcoming concert showcasing the work of acclaimed composer George Gershwin.  The ASO will be joined by renowned pianist Kevin Cole, widely regarded as the world’s foremost […]

Annual economic impact data released by the Georgia Hospital Association (GHA) shows that Phoebe hospitals generate $2,504,095,254 in total economic impact across Georgia. Phoebe’s commitment to exceptional patient care drives not only better health outcomes but also substantial financial investment and job creation throughout southwest Georgia. Phoebe Putney Health System President & CEO Scott Steiner […]

Albany, GA – Albany Technical College hosted a check presentation ceremony on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Logistics Education Center (LEC) Board Room to recognizing a generous donation from Albany Air Conditioning and Heating Company, Inc. to the Albany Tech Foundation in support of the new Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) […]

ALBANY, Ga. – Albany State University (ASU) will commemorate 123 years of purpose, perseverance, and progress during Founder’s Week 2026, held April 6–11, under the theme “Reigniting the Flame. Powering the Future.” This observance honors ASU’s founder, Dr. Joseph Winthrop Holley, whose vision in 1903 established an institution grounded in faith, discipline, scholarship, and opportunity. […]

Albany Technical College students earned 5 Gold Medals and 5 Silver Medals at the 2026 SkillsUSA Georgia State Leadership and Skills Conference held February 19 – 21 at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Atlanta. Nearly 40 Albany Tech students competed this year, representing more than 15 academic programs offered at the College. Students demonstrated their […]

ALBANY, Ga. – Albany State University (ASU) has appointed Dr. Allen P. Vital as Vice President for Strategy and University Affairs, effective Monday, March 2, 2026. Dr. Vital will serve as the University’s chief integrator of strategic planning, institutional effectiveness, and executive operations, working in close partnership with President Robert Scott, Ph.D. to advance ASU’s […]

The Albany Civil Rights Institute (ACRI) is excited to announce Mr. Craig E. Moore, as its new Executive Director. Moore, a native of Ft. Oglethorpe, Georgia, will lead the ACRI’s work to protect and share Albany’s civil rights history and make the Institute a hotbed for tourism and culture. In addition to oversight of the […]