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Albany Today
By the People, for the People
Dougherty County Police Host Easter Egg Hunt at Radium Springs Gardens
Community event featured music, games, and a money machine for kids to collect cash prizes.
Apr. 4, 2026 at 9:50pm
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The Dougherty County Police Department partnered with Albany Technical College Police and local sponsors to host an Easter egg hunt at Radium Springs Gardens. Over 4,000 eggs were distributed across the venue for two organized egg hunts, with an additional 500 eggs donated by Project Hope and Harmony. Families enjoyed music, bounce houses, games, hayrides, and food trucks during the event. The highlight was a money machine sponsored by 105.5 that allowed children to collect as much cash as possible within a set time, with the funds matched by Project Hope and Harmony.
Why it matters
This community event brought together local law enforcement, educational institutions, and businesses to provide a fun and engaging Easter celebration for families in the Albany area. It showcased the police department's efforts to build positive relationships with the community, especially with children, through recreational activities.
The details
The 'Operation Easter Egg Rescue' event was organized by the Dougherty County Police Department in partnership with the Albany Technical College Police and various community sponsors. Over 4,000 Easter eggs were distributed across the Radium Springs Gardens venue for two organized egg hunts, with an additional 500 eggs donated by the local non-profit organization Project Hope and Harmony. Families in attendance enjoyed live music from a DJ, bounce houses, games, hayrides, and food truck vendors. The crowd favorite was a money machine sponsored by radio station 105.5, which allowed children to collect as much cash as possible within a set time. The funds collected in the money machine were then matched by Project Hope and Harmony.
- The event took place on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
The players
Dougherty County Police Department
The local law enforcement agency that organized the Easter egg hunt event in partnership with other community organizations and sponsors.
Albany Technical College Police
The campus police department that collaborated with the Dougherty County Police Department to host the Easter egg hunt.
Project Hope and Harmony
A local non-profit organization that donated an additional 500 Easter eggs for the event and matched the funds collected in the money machine.
105.5
A local radio station that sponsored the money machine activity at the Easter egg hunt.
What they’re saying
“We are grateful for the support of our community partners and volunteers who helped make this event a success. Events like these allow us to engage with families in a fun and positive way.”
— Dougherty County Police Department
The takeaway
This Easter egg hunt demonstrates the Dougherty County Police Department's commitment to building strong community relationships, particularly with local youth. By partnering with educational institutions, non-profits, and businesses, the police were able to create a memorable and engaging event that brought families together for a day of fun and celebration.
