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College of Nursing student selected as Jonas Scholar
MACON — Mercer University College of Nursing student Julia B. Whitaker Humphries has been selected as a Jonas Scholar for the program’s 2024-2026 cohort. The program aims to improve health care by expanding the pool of Ph.D. and DNP-prepared nurses needed to educate the next generation of nurse leaders.
Kiwanis Club raises money for children’s hospital
The Kiwanis Club demonstrated its support for the local Dairy Queen’s superb effort to raise money for the Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital by giving $750 to Justin Kelly to add to his fundraiser. Some of the members also agreed to volunteer at the Dairy Queen on the day of the fundraiser. Charlie Newberry, President of Kiwanis, praised Kelly’s efforts and his contributions to our…
Macon-Bibb County battles persistent illegal dumping despite free waste disposal centers
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) - Potentially hazardous waste materials continue to be improperly disposed of around Middle Georgia. Illegal dumping sites have been an ongoing battle in Macon-Bibb. The county continues to clear them, yet they keep popping up. It's a disappointing cycle one viewer shared with WGXA News after bringing...
Mulliganz workking on golf course
The City of Hazlehurst took a major step toward returning the city-owned Twisted Pine Golf Course to a useable condition by agreeing to lease the course to Mulliganz Golf Club LLC, created by four local men. The action came last week at a called meeting of the City Council. Mulliganz...
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....
Girls rec stars win state championship
Jeff Davis Recreation Department’s 17 and under softball team defeated Lanier Lanier County 7-0 in the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association state championship game. Jeff Davis started out strong in the first inning with a triple by Cori Mims, followed by a double from Ava Bohannon to give the Jackets a 1-0 lead. The ladies went on to add a run in the third after Mims doubled to bring in Jazmine Villasenor bringing the lead to 2-0. Jaqueline Villasenor earned the win for Jeff Davis, giving up 3 hits and 0 runs over 7 innings.
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-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 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.
City to host Parks and Recreation Day at city pool on July 26
Parks and Recreation Appreciation Day will be held on Friday, July 26, from 11 AM to 2 PM at the City Pool, located at 807 W. Bryan Street. Volunteer coaches, participants, parents, and sponsors are invited to the free festivities at Davis Wade Park. “Parks and Recreation Month is July,...
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...
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