October 2015 Features

  • Broad Avenue Memorial Bridge to Re-Open with Ceremony

    October 28, 2015

    After nearly seven years since it’s closing, the Broad Avenue Bridge is set to re-open on Veteran’s Day with a ceremony honoring local war veterans. Formerly referred to as the “Broad Avenue Bridge”, the structure will now officially be titled “Broad Avenue Memorial Bridge”, in honor of its dedication to Dougherty County veterans.

  • Phoebe Foundation Announces 2015 Lights of Love Tree Lighter

    October 27, 2015

    The Phoebe Foundation announced today that breast cancer survivor, Heather Yeiser, of Albany, has been named the 2015 Lights of Love tree lighter, highlighting the 33rd year of the annual holiday fundraising event for Southwest Georgia cancer patients. Yeiser will help open the holiday season by lighting the 40 ft. tree during the December 1st ceremony held outside the Phoebe Cancer Center.

  • Albany Advocacy Resource Center 37th Annual Awards Banquet Tonight

    October 26, 2015

    Albany Advocacy Resource Center will celebrate its 37th Annual Community Awards Banquet Monday, October 26, 2015 at the James H. Gray Sr. Civic Center in Albany. This year’s Banquet will feature Keynote Speaker, Peter V. Berns, CEO Arc of the US from Washington, DC.

  • ADEDC Receives International Award for Program of Work

    October 22, 2015

    The Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission received the Silver Excellence in Economic Development Award from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) for the development, implementation and results of its program of work. The silver award was received in the category of Multiyear Economic Development Programming for communities with populations of 25,000 - 200,000.

  • UGA SBDC Presents Digital Marketing Boot Camp in Albany November 4th

    October 21, 2015

    The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is helping businesses across the state learn the latest in Digital Marketing and will hold their state wide program, Digital Marketing Boot Camp, in Albany November 4th followed by more Digital Boot Camps scheduled throughout the state, providing the latest marketing strategies for business.

  • Sheriff Sproul: “Building Unity in the Community” BBQ

    October 19, 2015

    The old adage that “time flies the older you get” seems to be true more and more. Autumn is already upon us and 2015 is quickly coming to a close. But before this year is completely over, the Dougherty County Sheriff’s Office wants to thank you for your support by hosting our 6th annual “Building Unity in the Community” cookout.

  • Pellicano Construction Names Stephen Dew President & CEO

    October 15, 2015

    Pellicano Construction is excited to announce the appointment of Stephen Dew as President & Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Dew has been with Pellicano Construction for 13 years and has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer since 2003.

  • Albany Chamber Supports ASU Marching Band With $25,000

    October 14, 2015

    The Albany Area Chamber Foundation presented a check for $25,000 to Albany State University in support of the Rams in the Roses campaign, a fundraising effort for the ASU Marching Band's participation in the 127th annual Tournament of the Roses Parade.

  • 6 Easy Tips to Help You Understand Your Clients

    October 06, 2015

    How many times have you found yourself trying to understand your clients and get into their heads? If you’re an entrepreneur, it probably happens every single day. Being a successful entrepreneur means being a great salesperson. Being a great salesperson means being able to truly understand your clients and prospects.

  • 11 Precautions to Take Before Selling Your Company

    October 01, 2015

    If an offer seems to good to be true, it might just be. Do your research before accepting any offers for the company you put so much into. What are some clear warning signs that a deal could be one-sided?