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WANTED

– May 31, 2012Posted in: Press Releases

Albany Police Department

Theft Unit: Entering Auto Suspect

Albany Police Department                                  

201 West Oglethorpe Boulevard

Albany, Georgia 31702        

(229) 431-3288                                                       

The Albany Police Department’s Investigations Bureau: Theft Unit would like to solicit the public’s assistance with identifying the following person:

 

Case #22-12-012173

Crime: Entering Auto

Location: 700 block of Georgetown

Victim: Donyetta Hines

 

 

 

On May 28, 2012, an unknown person broke into the victim’s 2007 Chevrolet Malibu and stole her purse which contained debit and credit cards.  Afterwards, the suspect walked to Heritage Bank on Loftus Drive and attempted to withdraw money from the ATM.  As you can see, the male suspect in the photo has a very distinctive tattoo on his chest. 

 

Anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of this individual w should contact the Albany Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Bureau at (229) 431-3288.  If citizens prefer to provide information anonymously, they can call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (229) 436-TIPS.

           

Tags: apd, crime, Crime bulletin, Crimestoppers, criminal, theft, Wanted
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Southwest Georgia’s jobless rate unchanged at 9.0 percent in April

– May 26, 2012Posted in: Press Releases

 

ATLANTA – State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler announced today that the preliminary unemployment rate in the Southwest Georgia area was unchanged at 9.0 percent from March to April. The jobless rate in the Southwest Georgia area in April a year ago was 9.5 percent.

Metro Athens had the lowest area rate at 6.5 percent, while metro Dalton had the highest at 11.4 percent.

Meanwhile, Georgia’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined for the ninth consecutive month in April to 8.9 percent, the first time in more than three years the rate has dropped below nine percent. The rate fell one-tenth of a percentage point from 9.0 percent in March. The jobless rate was 9.8 percent in April a year ago.

Statewide, the rate declined as the number of new jobs grew by 31,900, to 3,926,000, the highest number of jobs in Georgia since January of 2009. Job growth is up eight-tenths of a percentage point, from 3,894,100 in March. In April a year ago, there were 3,904,400 jobs.

The industries showing growth were: trade and transportation, 9,200; leisure and hospitality, 9,200; professional and business services, 5,900; construction, 3,400; and education and healthcare, 2,700. While the state gained jobs overall, state and local governments shed 3,300 jobs.

Local area unemployment rates are not seasonally adjusted. Georgia labor market data are available at www.dol.state.ga.us

Connect with us on Facebook, You Tube and Twitter @GeorgiaDOL. You can access all pages via our website at www.dol.state.ga.us.

 

Tags: Southwest Georgia, State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler, unemployment rate
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Metro Albany’s jobless rate declines to 9.5 percent in April

– May 26, 2012Posted in: Press Releases

 

 

ATLANTA – State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler announced today that the preliminary unemployment rate in metro Albany declined to 9.5 percent in April to its lowest level since May 2009 when it was 8.9 percent. The rate was 9.6 percent in March and 9.9 percent in April 2011.

The rate decreased as the number of new jobs grew by 300 to 59,200, the highest number of jobs in metro Albany since 59,600 in November 2011. Also, there were fewer layoffs in construction, manufacturing, wholesale trade, and administrative and support services.

Metro Athens had the lowest area rate at 6.5 percent, while metro Dalton had the highest at 11.4 percent.

Meanwhile, Georgia’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined for the ninth consecutive month in April to 8.9 percent, the first time in more than three years the rate has dropped below nine percent. The rate fell one-tenth of a percentage point from 9.0 percent in March. The jobless rate was 9.8 percent in April a year ago.

Statewide, the rate declined as the number of new jobs grew by 31,900, to 3,926,000, the highest number of jobs in Georgia since January of 2009. Job growth is up eight-tenths of a percentage point, from 3,894,100 in March. In April a year ago, there were 3,904,400 jobs.

The industries showing growth were: trade and transportation, 9,200; leisure and hospitality, 9,200; professional and business services, 5,900; construction, 3,400; and education and healthcare, 2,700. While the state gained jobs overall, state and local governments shed 3,300 jobs.

Local area unemployment rates are not seasonally adjusted. Georgia labor market data are available at www.dol.state.ga.us

Connect with us on Facebook, You Tube and Twitter @GeorgiaDOL. You can access all pages via our website at www.dol.state.ga.us.

 

 

Tags: Metro Albany, State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler, unemployment rate
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Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Informs Patients of Incident Related to Patient Information

– May 25, 2012Posted in: Press Releases


(Albany, GA) – Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital (“PPMH”) announced today that on April 9, 2012, it learned from law enforcement that a now former employee improperly accessed patient information with the intent to process fraudulent tax returns.  After completing a through internal investigation, it was determined that some patient names, dates of birth, and social security numbers were potentially accessed some time between June 2010 and April 2012.  No medical records were accessed or taken, and no medical information has been lost.

 

This incident affected Phoebe Home Health patients treated between July 2005 and April 2012. The hospital began mailing notification letters on May 24 to individuals who may have been affected, offering a year of credit monitoring services and providing them call center support. More information can also be found online at www.phoebeputney.com.

 

“The privacy, security and safety of the Phoebe Putney community and the patient information it maintains are a top priority,” said Brad Hallford, Phoebe Vice President of compliance. “The hospital has taken the necessary steps to reinforce and refine staff procedures, so that patient information is less vulnerable in the future.”

 

 

Tags: Fraud, Jackie Ryan, Joel Wernick, Patient Information, Patient Records, Phoebe Home Health, Phoebe Putney, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, PPMH
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Ken DeLoach Qualifies as Official Republican Candidate for Georgia’s Second Congressional District Seat

– May 25, 2012Posted in: Press Releases

 

 

Educator and Minister Ken DeLoach will formally qualify today as a candidate for the Republican nomination to become Georgia’s Second District Congressman. DeLoach sees individual Constitutional rights, energy, national defense and an aggressive reduction in the size and spending of the federal government as important issues that must be faced and dealt with as soon as possible.

DeLoach has traveled extensively throughout the 2nd District since announcing his campaign in February. DeLoach stated, “Jobs for the 2nd District has been our focus throughout our campaign, and we will not lose sight of the economic big picture here. That’s what the people of the 2nd District want and deserve.”€

“We will also continue to shed light on the repeated failures of the Obama Administration and hold the president accountable for the loss of our constitutionally protected, God-given rights.” DeLoach added.

Deloach was one of five candidates introduced at a ceremony hosted by former presidential candidate Herman Cain in Washington D.C. in April. He is currently the Dean of Students and a teacher at Central Fellowship Christian Academy in Bibb County as well as Associate Pastor at River of Light Church in Warner Robins. He is also the former 1st Vice-Chairman of the Houston County Republican Party.

DeLoach married his wife, Lynn, in 1987. She is a registered nurse working as a travel nurse for a Bibb County company. Ken and Lynn have two sons; Caleb, 16; and, Andrew, 14.

Individuals may visit www.deloachforgeorgia.com to research Ken’s positions, volunteer or contact the campaign.

Tags: Educator, Georgia’s Second District Congressman, Ken DeLoach, Minister, Republican nomination, www.deloachforgeorgia.com
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BISHOP CONGRATULATES AMERICAN IDOL WINNER PHILLIP PHILLIPS

– May 25, 2012Posted in: Press Releases

 
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) released the following statement today congratulating Phillip Phillips, a Leesburg, Georgia native and the newest American Idol winner, after last night’s season finale:
“I would like to extend my sincerest congratulations to Phillip Phillips on this remarkable accomplishment.  He makes us so proud!
“I had said at the recent homecoming celebration held in Leesburg in honor of Phillip that in our area of southwest Georgia, we have some of the best, the brightest, the most creative, and the most talented young people anywhere in the world.  And Phillip Phillips proves that beyond the shadow of a doubt!  He epitomizes the highest standards of perseverance, humility, and values that reflect the strongest foundations of character.
“Thanks for all the prayers, support and the millions of votes.  Phillip is a true “American Idol” and we could not be more proud of him!”
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Southwest Georgia’s jobless rate unchanged at 9.0 percent in April

– May 25, 2012Posted in: Press Releases

 
ATLANTA – State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler announced today that the preliminary unemployment rate in the Southwest Georgia area was unchanged at 9.0 percent from March to April. The jobless rate in the Southwest Georgia area in April a year ago was 9.5 percent.

Metro Athens had the lowest area rate at 6.5 percent, while metro Dalton had the highest at 11.4 percent.

Meanwhile, Georgia’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined for the ninth consecutive month in April to 8.9 percent, the first time in more than three years the rate has dropped below nine percent. The rate fell one-tenth of a percentage point from 9.0 percent in March. The jobless rate was 9.8 percent in April a year ago.

Statewide, the rate declined as the number of new jobs grew by 31,900, to 3,926,000, the highest number of jobs in Georgia since January of 2009. Job growth is up eight-tenths of a percentage point, from 3,894,100 in March. In April a year ago, there were 3,904,400 jobs.

The industries showing growth were: trade and transportation, 9,200; leisure and hospitality, 9,200; professional and business services, 5,900; construction, 3,400; and education and healthcare, 2,700. While the state gained jobs overall, state and local governments shed 3,300 jobs.

Local area unemployment rates are not seasonally adjusted. Georgia labor market data are available at www.dol.state.ga.us

Connect with us on Facebook, You Tube and Twitter @GeorgiaDOL. You can access all pages via our website at www.dol.state.ga.us.

Tags: jobless rate, State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler, unemployment rates
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Chehaw’s Red Wolf Puppies come out to Play

– May 23, 2012Posted in: Press Releases


Nature’s Playground Celebrates New Life

 

(ALBANY, GA)- Chehaw has had something new scurrying around on the grounds over the last couple of weeks.  This past month, Chehaw’s female red wolf gave birth to 4 puppies, 2 females and 2 males.  While at first the wolf puppies remained close to their mother’s side and under her watch and care, they now have started to make their way out of the den for visitors to see and watch them interact with each other.  Chehaw employees have noticed that the best time to observe the wolves is in the afternoon, as they come out of their den more often and seem to be more sociable.

 

Considered extinct in the wild in 1980, the red wolf’s survival depends on zoos throughout the nation.  As of January 2012, the historical red wolf population consisted of 1688 animals.  There are currently 169 red wolves living in 41 zoos.

 

In 2009 the Red Wolf Species Survival Program granted Chehaw Wild Animal Park a request to set up a breeding group. In 2010 Chehaw received a four year old male from the North Carolina Zoological Park in Asheboro, North Carolina and a four year old female from the Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa Bay, Florida.

Red wolves are one of two wolf species found in the United States and were common throughout the Southeast US.  They were officially listed as endangered by the US Fish and Wildlife Service in 1973.

 

This Memorial Day weekend, make plans to come see the red wolf puppies at Chehaw.  This truly is an amazing experience to observe one of our endangered species in their habitat while they are still puppies.    They grow up fast, so come visit the puppies while you still can!

 

ABOUT THE PARKS AT CHEHAW                                                                                                                       

Featuring one of only two zoos in Georgia accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), Chehaw also includes a BMX bicycle race track, 18-hole disc golf course, Wild Trail for walkers and runners and one of the largest playgrounds in the state. Chehaw hosts special events throughout the year, like the Native American Cultural Festival in the spring, Swamp Stomp Summer Camps in the summer and Festival of Lights during the holidays. Chehaw offers one of the area’s finest facilities for events such as weddings, family reunions and birthday parties.  Come visit Nature’s Playground today and make it home to your next special occasion. For more information, visit www.chehaw.org or become a Facebook fan at www.facebook.com/chehaw.

 

 

 

Tags: Chehaw’s Wild Animal Park, Memorial Day weekend, PARKS AT CHEHAW, Red Wolf Puppies
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Be on the look out for: Leroy Eugene Taylor (Wanted Person)

– May 21, 2012Posted in: Press Releases

 

 

FROM: Detective Kandace Hird APD Investigation Division
DATE: May 21, 2012

SUBJECT: Leroy Eugene Taylor (Wanted Person)

The Albany Police Department’s Investigations Division would like to solicit the public’s assistance with locating the following person:

B/M Leroy Eugene Taylor –  Last known address: 2573 Crescent Dr.  Albany, Ga.

This offender is wanted for Aggravated Assault, Rape, Aggravated Stalking, Burglary, and Battery.

Anyone who has information regarding this incident should call Crime Stoppers at (229) 436-TIPS or they can contact Albany Police Department Investigative Division at (229) 431-3288.
 


Tags: crime, Wanted
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Click It or Ticket Comes To Albany

– May 20, 2012Posted in: Press Releases


Encouraging Drivers to Buckle Up To Keep Crash Deaths Down

 

Who:               Governor’s Office of Highway Safety

 

What:              The statewide safety belt enforcement campaign Click It or Ticket is kicking off on May 21st and will run through June 3rd. If motorists don’t click it, they can expect a ticket.

 

When:             Monday, May 21st, 2PM

 

Where:            Veterans Memorial Park

West Oglethorpe at Front St

Albany, GA

Why:              Because far too many people in Georgia, and across the country, are still being killed in traffic crashes where their lives might’ve been saved if they were wearing a seatbelt. Across the state in 2010, 423 people over the age of 5 were killed in crashes where they were unrestrained.

Tags: Buckle Up, Click It or Ticket
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