Katelyn Barker

Hey FACEBOOK! Its not the end but a see you later. Today was officially my last day at WALB! Thank you so much South Georgia for allowing me to share YOUR stories! It has been a pleasure. I’ll be moving to NYC to pursue my Masters degree at Columbia University. Make sure to stay tuned. I could be on your screens sometime in the near future.

*Special thanks to the community of Pelham for my amazing gifts today. Thank you Ms. Teresa for organizing that. That was a HUGE surprise!!

Check Day 1 of BoomTown as we explore the future of Lee County

‘Boom Town’: WALB’s special report on the growth of Lee County Lee County is one of the fastest growing counties in all of Georgia.

Chicago staple Harold’s Chicken is coming to Albany August 3rd. What are you ready to try?

Popular franchise makes it way to Albany, hoping to revitalize shopping center The new restaurant will be located in the Brook’s Shopping Plaza, which is in the process of being repainted and remolded.

Back in Plains as the Carters’ burial site opens to the public

Carters’ gravesite officially opens to the public in Plains For many, today serves as a moment of personal reflection and gratitude for the Carters’ lifelong dedication to public service and humanitarian work.

New Details: Human remains found at Cedar Hill Cemetery

Sec. of State’s Office investigates Terrell Co. cemetery after unidentified remains were found in occupied grave This case began in June when a husband requested for his wife’s body to be moved from Cedar Hill Cemetery so he could be buried next to her.

Residents have concerns about maintenance at Liberia Street Cemetery

‘It’s a disgrace’: Residents complain about lack of maintenance at city-owned cemetery One resident said Liberia Street Cemetery is in desperate need of attention, and the preservation committee the city created in 2023 to help rectify its issues is simply not working.

Stay tuned for story on Pelham's Liberia Street Cemetery.

Family Seeks Justice After Workplace Accident at Golden Gourmet, LLC.

“They treated him very badly”: Family seeks justice after workplace accident kills relative A South Georgia family has filed multiple lawsuits after the death of a loved one following a workplace accident.

If you have footage of Crystal Lake in Irwin County back in its glory days. Please message me!

Looking to interview people who have fond memories of Crystal Lake in Irwin County? If you're interested in being interviewed tomorrow, comment down below.