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Macon-Bibb County Begins Major Road Repaving Project
On Tuesday, July 16, crews from Reeves Construction commenced a significant road repaving project on nearly 2.5 miles of Columbus Road. This work is part of Macon-Bibb County’s #PavingTheWay program, which aims to repave, restripe, and repair the county’s most deteriorated roads. Mayor Lester Miller highlighted the longstanding...
Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections addresses problems with accessibility at Macon Mall polling location
MACON, Ga. — The Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections is taking significant steps to enhance voter accessibility at the Macon Mall following complaints about the long walking distance to the polling site. In March, voters raised concerns about the accessibility of the current voting location inside the mall. The...
Communities in Schools of Georgia in Dooly County launch back-to-school wishlist campaign
Communities In Schools of Georgia As summer vacation is in full swing, Communities In Schools of Georgia in Dooly County is already gearing up for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. We are excited to announce the launch of our Back-To-School Wish List Campaign, designed to ensure that every student is fully prepared and equipped for […] The post Communities in Schools of Georgia in Dooly County launch back-to-school wishlist campaign appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
HIGHLIGHTS: Bacon fall to the Bigfoots 16-6 after over 90 minute rain delay
MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Bacon start their last week of the 2024 season at home Tuesday night against the Boone Bigfoots. After an over 90 minute rain delay, the Bacon finally took to Luther Williams Field. It didn’t start off too well for the Bacon....
Homicide rates falling in Macon as violence prevention programs are expanding
MACON, Ga. — Churchill's on Cherry stands as a known destination for food, drinks, and cigars. But on the fourth Tuesday of each month, 'guys' night out' looks a little different. The monthly Men’s Mental Health Meet-up, hosted by Macon Mental Health Matters and the Macon Violence Prevention program,...
Macon Public Works Begins Demolition for New Behavioral Health Center
On Wednesday, July 17, the Macon Public Works crew commenced the demolition of the abandoned former motel located at the intersection of Ingleside and Riverside Drive. The site is being cleared to make way for the new Peer Support and Community Adult Center, a project spearheaded by River Edge Behavioral Health.
Multiple car accident on I-75 involving 18 wheeler in Macon
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- An I-75 accident involving multiple vehicles and an 18 wheeler has caused a scene today in Macon. Firetrucks and police have been blocking the road, and ambulances can be seen on the scene. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, five to six cars are involved...
Mercer Tennis Classic Ups Prize Purse to $100,000, Attracting Top 50 Players
The Mercer Tennis Classic is set to host another U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) Pro Circuit tournament this year, with an upgraded prize purse of $100,000. Organizers anticipate the presence of more top-ranked players due to this increase in prize money. Eric Hayes, Director of the Mercer Tennis Classic, stated, “This...
Southeast Produce Council and Society of St. Andrew Provide Community Produce Distribution in Georgia; Kelly Stainner Comments
MILLEN, GA - We recently heard about a third annual community food distribution event in Macon, Georgia, that took place on June 21. Reinforcing the SEPC Cares initiative, Southeast Produce Council (SEPC) member volunteers joined the Society of St. Andrew (SoSA) team, in collaboration with Atrium Health, to provide much-needed provisions for the community. More than 120,000 pounds of fresh produce were handed out to people struggling with food insecurity by 250 volunteers.
'This might be the only thing they eat today' | Bear Burgers giving back with inaugural Macon Love Day
MACON, Ga. — Bear Burgers at Mercer Village started a new tradition today. They call it Macon Love Day. For four hours, the restaurant staff gave out free lunch bags to anyone who asked for one. “It feels really good to be able to do something like that,” Keene...
Tobias Jonsson to Become First Mercer Golfer to Play in PGA Tour Event
MACON, Ga. - Tobias Jonsson will become the first Mercer golfer to play in a PGA Tour Event this week as he competes in the 3M Open in Blaine, Minnesota. Jonsson, a native of Huddinge, Sweden, earned an invitation to play in the tournament by winning the Augusta Haskins Award Invitational in April. Jonsson was a two-time All-Southern Conference honoree during his time in Macon and played in two NCAA Regional Tournaments, earning the top seed among qualifying individuals in the 2024 Chapel Hill Regional. In addition to his victory at the Augusta Haskins Award Invitational, Jonsson won the Mark...
Train Like A Champion: Learning the basics of boxing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Ahead of the Olympic Games, 41NBC presents ‘Train Like a Champion,’ featuring local athletes who share the basics of their sport. 41NBC went to Macon Bibb United Boxing Club at Freedom Park and learned the basics of boxing from Maliek Montgomery. Maliek Montgomery,...
Macon's Ocmulgee Mounds may become the first National Park and Preserve in Georgia
There's a rare alliance at work at the state and national level: U.S. Senators Raphael Warnock and Jon Osoff have teamed up with U.S. Rep. Rick Allen and Marjorie Taylor Greene to make the Ocmulgee Mounds the first National Park and Preserve in Georgia. Their names are among more than...
Three students awarded R.E.E.S.E. Scholarships
CONYERS — Local students who are headed to college this fall recently received the annual 2024 Arts & Education R.E.E.S.E. Scholarship founded by LaCosha Williams. Students Briana Gibson-Gary (Arkansas State University Queretaro), Michael Okigbo (Georgia State University) and Justin Poku (Mercer University) were celebrated and joined by the inaugural 2023 scholarship winners at a congratulatory brunch and service. Each recipient receives at least $1,500 toward their college education.
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