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Back to School Bash set for Saturday in Hawkinsville
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Back to School Bash, hosted by VFW Post 6077, is happening in Hawkinsville Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event, happening 255 Lower River Road, will feature about 60 vendors and food trucks, according to organizers. The bash will include a free...
'We’re just bringing the family over here' | Houston County to open new 'sister' school
HOUSTON COUNTY, Ga. — Houston County schools are experiencing a surge in enrollment as the area’s population grows. To manage the increase, a new school is opening, and educators are adjusting to the changes. At the newly built Matt Arthur Primary School, teachers said they're excited for the...
City of Eastman calls special election for District 5 council seat
EASTMAN, Ga. (WGXA) — The city of Eastman is calling for a special election after the resignation of a council member. In a post on Facebook, the city announced the special election to fill a vacancy for the District 5 council seat held by Jermayne Hamilton. The city will...
'You can't teach a kid that's hungry' | Bleckley County offering free meals to students during school year
BLECKLEY COUNTY, Ga. — Students in Bleckley County head back to school Friday, and they're going back with some good news. The school district announced they will offer students free breakfast and lunch for the entire school year. School Nutrition Director Kelli Green said this was possible through the...
Residents Expo to welcome newcomers to Houston County
HOUSTON COUNTY, Ga. (WGXA) — Newcomers to Houston County will have the opportunity to learn more about what the area has to offer during an upcoming event. According to a release, Visit Perry's New Residents Reception and Expo will offer a trade-show-style expo hosting local businesses and organizations with resources to help new Houston County settlers find their footing in the community.
Perry looks for local veterans to participate in Veterans Day Parade
PERRY—The City of Perry is looking for a veteran to participate with Mayor Randall Walker at the Cherry Blossom Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 10. For the first time, the Macon Cherry Blossom Festival committee invited Walker to join area mayors in the parade. The committee encouraged participating mayors to invite a veteran to ride alongside them.
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