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Bibb County Deputies Arrest Armed Man in Cherry Street Business in Warner Robinsthecentralgeorgian.com7 HOURS AGO

Investigators still look for suspect in a fatal downtown Macon beating. New photos sharedThe Telegraph13 HOURS AGO

Macon Family Dollar robbed twice in one month, BCSO investigatingwgxa.tv2 DAYS AGO

13WMAZMan burning wood starts fire that heavily damages South Macon home, fire officials sayMACON, Ga. — A wood fire got out of control Tuesday afternoon and caused heavy damage to a South Macon home. It happened in the 5800 block of Leone Drive West in the Village Green Neighborhood. A man was burning wood in a barrel but the fire spread to a fence and then to the house, according to Macon-Bibb County Firefighters on the scene.

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Macon labor leaders speak on upcoming presidential debateMACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- Earlier this morning, Macon labor movement leaders gathered for a press conference discussing the June 27th debate between President Biden and former President Trump. Among the topics addressed was the fight the workers' rights, and union organizing in Middle Georgia under each administration, and how the...

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The TelegraphFor the Central High School class of 1974 in Macon, this reunion is a long time coming.Not only does it mark 50 years since their graduation, but it was an event celebrating both Black and white alums for a class whose racial ...

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The TelegraphMacon authority created to fight poverty in Pleasant Hill can’t say how it spent millionsWhere did all the authority’s money go? the president of NewTown Macon said that question “would take hundreds of thousands of dollars and 10 years for a forensic accountant” to answer.

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The TelegraphMacon’s only Hooters closes its doors. ‘Please trust that we did everything we could’In a letter to the employees, the establishment said the last day of operation was June 23, the same day employees were notified.

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Macon ranks top 10 town to visit in America according to CNNMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon ranked as one of the top ten best towns to visit in America in 2024 according to CNN. Macon had high scores in musical heritage, cultural attractions, and architecture. Macon ranked number 7 on the list of 10. “It was really cool to see...

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The TelegraphMacon’s first high school class to spend all 4 years integrated celebrates 50-year reunionThe Central High School class of 1974 was among the first to attend integrated schools. The alumni had not been as unified for previous reunions as they were for Friday’s event.

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BCSO launches 'Operation Safer Together,' residents to help solve cases fasterBIBB COUNTY, Ga. (WGXA). — Residents of the Macon-Bibb community now have the opportunity to register their home security footage with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) as a part of Operation Safer Together. According to BCSO, those willing to participate in the operation will allow investigators access to...

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Marshall Tucker Band, Wet Willie to perform in Macon this November, tickets on sale FridayMACON, Ga. (WGXA) — Get your tickets! The Marshall Tucker Band along with special guest Wet Willie is coming to Macon this November. With hits like "Can't You See," and "Heard it in a Love Song," the Southern rock band will be joined by Wet Willie who moved to Macon, Ga. to form the band, according to a release.

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Boys and Girls Club to provide nutritious 'Happy Helpings' at summer kickoff eventMACON, Ga. (WGXA) — The Boys and Girls Club of Central Georgia (BGCCG) will offer some "Happy Helpings" to area youth as part of a summer food service program. On Tuesday morning, BGCCG along with the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning will provide children and teens with free nutritious meals for the kickoff event of the Happy Helpings program.

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The future is in AI. A Mercer professor is preparing the next generationAs artificial intelligence becomes more common in everyday life, a Mercer University School of Engineering professor is working to ensure the next generation is knowledgeable about the field. Dr. Anthony Choi, professor of electrical and computer engineering, hopes his new curriculum will inspire middle and high school students to seek...

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Macon's self-taught designer uses recycled materials for captivating designsMACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- Isiah Miller has creativity flowing through his veins. His mother, Rhonda, is a local painter, and he's making WGXA News, 'Middle Georgia Proud,' yet again with his special tools: a needle and thread. Some might say it's all in the wrist, especially for Miller, who is...

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Macon-Bibb County new deputy fire chief aims to continue safety educationMACON, Ga. (WPGA) - The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department has a new deputy fire chief, Ron Smith. Smith has worked in the fire service field for over 20 years and is a third-generation firefighter in his family. “Extremely excited to have this opportunity to serve this great community,” said Smith....

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13WMAZAn elderly Macon man evicted from his affordable housing is sleeping outsideMACON, Ga. — A sign posted by the Bibb County Sheriff's Office on a West Macon home said Donald Hargrove's rental has been evicted. Hargrove is 70 years old and sometimes suffers from seizures. He was at Atrium Health Navicent Friday morning at 6:30 a.m. until the late afternoon.

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Students, recent grads win Columbia Scholastic Press Association’s Gold Circle AwardsMACON—Mercer University students and recent graduates, whose work was published in the University’s literary and arts magazine, The Dulcimer, during the 2022-2023 academic year, recently received Gold Circle Awards from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA). The Gold Circle Awards recognize individual achievement by students in four major...

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Bears Add A Dozen Student-Athletes To 2024 RosterMACON - With the August 29 season opener against Presbyterian starting to come into view on the horizon, the Mercer football program has added to its 2024 roster by welcoming a dozen additions to campus. The list of new Bears joining the team for summer workouts features eight Division I...

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More Mailbag Questions From Acrisure Arena!The weekend is here, and the questions keep on coming and they won't stop coming! JD Hernandez answers some questions from the Calder Cup Finals at Acrisure Arena!

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13WMAZCyberattacks shutting down car dealership computer systems across Georgia | What that means for youMACON, Ga. — CDK Global - a worldwide software company - is currently investigating a cyberattack which shut down computer systems for car dealerships across the U.S. Managers at Hutchinson Kia of Macon and Five Star Hyundai say that they're still helping customers, despite the security breach. Aurico Wilson...

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New program aims to combat opioid epidemic in rural GeorgiaThe Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, Mercer University School of Medicine and the CWC Alliance are working together to combat the opioid epidemic affecting rural communities in Georgia. With opioid overdose deaths rising, particularly in rural areas, the partnership is implementing the Life Care Specialist pilot program in rural communities.

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