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Cemetery kills plan for new homes, but P&Z approves others over neighbors’ objections
Plans to complete yearslong abandoned phases of existing subdivisions present a problem for existing homeowners trying to maintain neighborhood standards. Monday, Macon-Bibb County’s Planning & Zoning Commission heard from many people opposed to new developments off Hartley Bridge and Heath roads, but they approved all but one of the proposals at Monday’s hearing.
WWALS to host webinar on Georgia bats in Banks Lake, Douglas
HAHIRA – WWALS will host a webinar with a Wildlife Biologist from the state to give an overview on the bats of Georgia. WWALS Watershed Coalition will be hosting a webinar about the bats of Georgia that will include Banks Lake and Douglas. Emily Ferrall, a Wildlife Biologist, in the Wildlife Resources Division of the Wildlife Conservation Section of the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (GA-EPD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GA-DNR), will give an overview of the bats of Georgia, including species likely to occur at Banks Lake, and she has footage of the Douglas warehouse bats to show. She will mention the acoustic volunteer program.
Peachtree Corners Highlights Israeli Tech in Georgia
— A July 11 networking event in Peachtree Corners highlighted nine Israeli firms developing and testing technology in Georgia, from newcomers proving the viability of smart-city devices to a decade-old brand emails against cyber attacks. Among the investors now firmly rooted in the state are IronScales, which helps companies detect...
"It's like our Super Bowl:" Macon's Bragg Jam celebrates 25 years
This weekend, Macon's annual Bragg Jam will be celebrating its 25th anniversary in downtown Macon. "It's like our Super Bowl for downtown," said Rebecca Kraft, a Macon bartender. "Every bartender at every establishment that has a venue open for Bragg Jam is gonna be completely busy." Six venues will host...
WGXA and Atrium Health Amphitheater team up to support education in Middle Georgia
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- WGXA and The Atrium Health Amphitheater are teaming up to support education in Middle Georgia by Stuffing the Bus!. We need your help! Stop by any of the following locations in Middle Georgia to drop off new school supplies:. Sweet Eleanor's Divine Desserts (530 Poplar Street)
'It was a no-brainer for us' | Salvation Army of Macon adds basketball court, playground
MACON, Ga. — Salvation Army of Greater Macon held a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, July 25 to celebrate the installation of a new outdoor basketball court and playground. They told 13WMAZ the playground was installed over a month and a half ago. Several foundations raised the money for the court and playground.
Vine Ingle Little League 13U heads to World Series after state championship win
Macon, GA (WGXA) - The Vine Ingle Little League 13U team from Macon has achieved an incredible milestone by becoming state champions. Now, they are set to head to California to compete in the World Series. The program, which was recently revived after nearly a decade-long hiatus, has seen a...
A former Wilcox County employee was arrested for sexploitation charges | Now, the FBI is telling you how to avoid it
WILCOX COUNTY, Ga. — On Thursday, Lorenzo Dennard was charged with 77 counts of sexual exploitation of children, three counts of electronically furnishing obscene material to a minor, and one count of improper sexual contact by an employee. The GBI said they believe only one victim is involved. The...
Dateline: Missing in America podcast covers the September 1998 disappearance of Shy’Kemmia Pate in Unadilla, Georgia
Play the episode “The Night Shy Shy Disappeared” of the Dateline: Missing in America podcast below and click here to follow. She was Shy Shy to everyone who knew her, full name Shy’Kemmia Pate. The day was September 4, 1998. Shy Shy was only 8. She had just started third grade.
Events in Macon July 25 – 31
Strap in y’all because this is going to be a long one. It’s Bragg Jam weekend and we’re super excited! If you’re new to Macon, Bragg Jam was created as a memorial to Macon brothers Brax and Tate Bragg. It is one of the most anticipated annual events in middle Georgia. We’ve got the full rundown below, plus plenty of other fun stuff … but first, something new.
Perry Police Department to host free session that could save you money
PERRY – Perry Police Department will be hosting a free “Stop the Scam” information session on Aug. 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The class teaches attendees how to protect themselves against fraud and other types of scams. It also provides knowledge on how to identify scams and the latest scamming trends.
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