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165th Airlift Wing conducts first C-130J-30 flyover
PERRY, Ga. (WSAV) – On Friday, the 165th Airlift Wing, Georgia Air National Guard conducted its first ever C-130J-30 flyover since receiving their brand-new Lockheed Martin Georgia-built, Georgia-flown aircraft in January. This event took place during the opening ceremony of Perry High School’s home football game, which honored Purple Heart recipients. “Sometimes referred to as […]
Swingin’ Medallions close out 2024 First Friday Concert Series in Monroe on Sept. 6
If students back in school or Labor Day kicking off the beginning of the work week, then the Swingin’ Medallions closing out Monroe’s First Friday concert series should be the final reminder that Summer 2024 is pretty much over. But it’s a great way to close out the season.
Michael R. Kramer Appointed Director of Mercer University’s Center for Rural Health and Health Disparities
Mercer University School of Medicine has appointed Michael R. Kramer, Ph.D., as the new director of its Center for Rural Health and Health Disparities. This Center, one of the first National Institutes of Health Centers of Excellence focused on rural health, is dedicated to addressing health disparities in rural Georgia through community-driven solutions. The Center manages a federal portfolio exceeding $6 million, concentrating on maternal and infant mortality reduction, opioid overdose prevention, and chronic disease self-management.
First Alert Weather: Few showers, storms for Labor Day, a wet week ahead
The weather for Labor Day is shaping up to be a typical late-summer day across our area, with highs reaching the upper 80s along the coast and low 90s inland. Residents can expect a few afternoon showers and thunderstorms.
GDOT infrastructure around megasite remains on track
The Georgia Department of Transportation is moving full steam ahead on infrastructure improvements around the megasite, home to Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. HMGMA is the state’s largest economic project-to-date, prompting the need for major road improvements around the megasite. ...
Georgia High School Football Week 3 Scores and Photos
High school football in Georgia kicked off for Week 3 with all the excitement and enthusiasm of the first two weeks of the season. Here are the scores and photos from Week 3. Did You Know?: The ads you see on this site help pay for our website and our work. However, we know some of our readers would rather pay and not see ads. For those users we offer a paid newsletter that contains our articles with no ads.
Voice of the Voter | Recovery advocate says 'there's always hope'
COMMERCE, Ga. — As the race for the White House enters the home stretch, there's more competition for attention than ever. Political rallies and advertisements and pundits can feel ubiquitous. Despite all the noise, it's the voters whose opinions matter the most. And in Georgia, their choice in November...
Blazers begin 2024 campaign with 42-10 victory over in-state rival Albany State
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - The Valdosta State Blazers improved to 22-2 all-time against Albany State on Saturday with their 42-10 win in week zero. Spearheaded by senior quarterback Sammy Edwards who went 18 for 25 passing for 306 yards. A total of 11 different Blazers caught passes in the game. Rodney Bullard led the receiver core with four receptions for 100 yards and two scores, while graduate student Graeson Malashevich had six catches for 93 yards.
Boil water notice remains in place for Macon and parts of Monroe County
MACON, Ga. — Update: Monday 1:30 p.m.: Water has been restored to affected areas, according to a post from the Macon Water Authority. However the boil water advisory is still in effect until further notice. Crews are in the process of flushing hydrants to ensure the system is fully operational and safe, the post said.
LSU offers 2025 defensive lineman from Loganville, Georgia
Brian Kelly and his recruiting staff traveled to Loganville, Georiga, to extend a scholarship offer to a three-star defensive lineman. Joseph Mbatchou is a 6-foot-5, 275-pound, defensive lineman from Loganville where he plays for Grayson High School. The Grayson Rams are 2-1 on the season after beating Dorman in week three.
Tim Tebow Will Return to College Football as the Next Florida Gators Head Coach
Time is running out for Billy Napier as the Florida Gators head coach. The Gators need a culture shift, and the ideal candidate to do so is Tim Tebow. Over the last two seasons, Napier has an 11-14 record while also having a bowl loss. The tone for the 2024 season isn’t looking much different as they lost to Miami to open the season, the first opening game at home they’ve lost since 1989. That’s not an ideal look with Napier on the hot seat. To lose to Miami 41-17, it’s clear that Napier’s message is not resonating with the team with a lack of discipline, and it’s causing play to decline in addition to predictable play calling.
Daylight Saving Time: What it is, when it ends and how it affects the weather
MACON, Ga. — Most everyone's heard of Daylight Saving Time. We relish 'falling back' for that precious extra hour of sleep; we dread 'springing ahead,' sometimes waking up disoriented and groggy. Thankfully, the next time change means some extra rest — and Central Georgia's already seeing signs of that...
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