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Macon store celebrates 4th of July by serving free hotdogs to the community
MACON, Ga. (WGXA)-- A local business in Macon found a special way to celebrate this 4th of July. Macon Bedroom and Mattress has been in the community for almost 24 years. Co-owner, Dawn Simpson says giving out free food is their way of showing gratitude for all the great years.
Macon celebrates new class of firefighters amid efforts to beat shortage
LISTEN: Firefighters do more than just put out fires — they also respond to 911 calls when police can’t make it. But nationwide, employing firefighters has been a challenge while calls for service have gone up. GPB's Sofi Gratas reports on efforts to address the shortage. Firefighters do...
Wild Adventures announces highly anticipated 90s House Party Tour
VALDOSTA – Wild Adventures LIVE! concert series announces the highly anticipated 90s House Party Tour with performances from 90s icons. The Wild Adventures LIVE! concert series presented by Valdosta TKO Nissan continues on Saturday, July 13, with the highly anticipated 90s House Party Tour at the Wild Adventures LIVE! Amphitheater. This unforgettable night will feature iconic performances by Kid ‘N Play, Rob Base, and All-4-One, bringing back the nostalgia of the 90s.
2025 linebacker Christian Gass includes Tennessee in top three
2025 linebacker prospect Christian Gass named his top three schools. Gass’ top three schools are Tennessee, Georgia and USC, according to Chad Simmons of On3. He also announced his commitment date will be July 20. The 6-foot-2.5, 215 pound four-star linebacker prospect is from Eastside High School in Covington,...
‘Epic’ outdoor Party at with karaoke at American Legion Post 233 Friday
The American Legion Post 233 Loganville GA is inviting the community to an ‘Epic’ outdoor party at 6 p.m. on Friday, July 5, 2024. Post 233 is located at 4635 Atlanta Highway in Loganville, GA. “We’re throwing a fantastic outdoor bash and you’re all invited! Come out for...
MPD Reports: Suicide threats and mental health issues prompt welfare checks; domestic disputes
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period June 20 – 27, 2024. Due to the length, this report has been split into five parts. This is the third part. Please note an arrest or charge does not constitute a conviction. Dispute Non-Violent –...
Corps of Engineers Reminds Lake Visitors – No Fireworks Permitted on Lake
Many lakefront property owners on Hartwell Lake might be planning to do their own fireworks tonight and for many, that’s become an annual tradition. But the Corps of Engineers Hartwell Lake office reminds visitors, campers, and private dock owners that using fireworks on Corps lands and waters is prohibited by long-standing regulations, according to Ranger Annette Dotson.
Jeff Smith car dealerships in Perry sold. New million-dollar KIA facility planned
New owners expected to invest millions to relocate and build a new dealership while remodeling the Dodge location. The initial transition of ownership had hiccups: computers were down and just over a dozen customers were turned away.
Lawsuit filed as Thomasville’s first Black high school goes up for sale
THOMASVILLE, Ga. (WALB) - A lawsuit has been filed in Thomasville over the sale of the historic Douglass High School. Many in the community are upset over the sale of the city’s first Black public school. “This is the only historical building that we have left in Thomasville, —...
Drag show in Perry canceled amid backlash, moves to Warner Robins
HOUSTON COUNTY – Last week, there was uproar regarding a drag show originally at Main St. Bar in Perry, but a Warner Robins establishment had different plans. Main St. Bar planned to host the drag show on Sunday, June 30. However, people expressed their concerns regarding the show and even sent threats, according to the show’s producer Pynk Univers.
Community comes together to support Nimmons family
Heather Nimmons had just dropped her youngest daughter off at a friend’s house a couple of miles from home when she received a call telling her to turn around and come back. Her daughter was in an accident that led her to be airlifted to the Children’s Hospital of Georgia in Augusta. Nimmons hasn’t returned home since the accident occurred about 3 p.m. June 26.
Augusta never trails as pitching silences big crowd July 3
COLUMBIA – Augusta’s offense scored in the first inning for the second day in a row, and although they would add on later in the game, one run would’ve been enough as Didier Fuentes and Juan Sanchez combine to shut out the Fireflies in a 4-0 win Wednesday.
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