Archive for July, 2014

Albany’s Own, Trenton Thompson, is Nation’s Top Football Recruit

Westover Comprehensive High School Senior, Trenton Thompson is the nation’s No. 1 rated football recruit for the Class of 2015, according to ESPN. The 6-foot-3, 300 pound defensive lineman has received thousands of letters from schools all over the country including top schools such as University of Georgia, Florida State University, University of Southern California, University of Notre Dame and Harvard University.  Good luck, Trenton! You’ve worked hard and we are proud of you!

But no worries, Westover fans! Although Trenton is weighing his future college plans, he is still determined to improve upon Westover’s winning 9-3 season and Region 1-AAAA Championship during this upcoming football season. Go Westover Patriots!

Darton Receives Reaffirmation of Accreditation by Southern Association of Colleges & Schools

Darton State College announced that it has received notification from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) reaffirming the institution’s accreditation for another 10 years.

“We are very proud that our accreditation has been reaffirmed,” Darton Interim President Paul Jones said. “This is not only a testament to the hard work and dedication our faculty and staff demonstrate on a daily basis, but also our continued commitment of providing academic excellence.”

Since 1966, Darton State College has been a leader in providing quality educational opportunities and services to Southwest Georgia. Darton offers a variety of programs, including a bachelor’s degree in nursing, 54 transfer program options, and 41 career program options and certificates. Darton State College, a public institution, is part of the University System of Georgia and accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Congrats Darton! Here’s to another ten years and beyond!

Merry Acres Named Top Southern Hospitality Hotel

Merry Acres Inn and Event Center was named one of the “Top 100 Southern Hospitality Hotels for Groups” for 2014. ConventionSouth Magazine ranks hotels based on location, aesthetics, amenities and staff. Merry Acres is one of only ten Georgia hotels earning this distinction. Congrats Merry Acres! You make Albany proud!

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