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Macon man accused of smashing woman in the head with a brick while she sleptWSB Channel 2 Atlanta15 HOURS AGO
South Bibb skating rink reopens under new management13WMAZ2 DAYS AGO
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Informatics professor selected for Governor’s Teaching Fellowship ProgramMACON — Mercer University College of Professional Advancement Associate Professor of Informatics Dr. Vikraman Baskaran was recently selected for the prestigious Governor’s Teaching Fellowship Program for the 2024-25 academic year. “Dr. Baskaran is so deserving of this outstanding recognition,” said Dr. Priscilla Danheiser, dean of the College of...Macon, GA1 hour ago
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The TelegraphGet to know Katie Tucker, The Macon Telegraph’s new visual journalist.Georgia native Katie Tucker has photographed events around the state and the world. She hopes to bring her experiences to covering Middle Georgia.
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Macon receives $15,000 grant to transform local park into a thriving community gardenOn Wednesday, July 3rd, Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful received $15,000 in grant money from AARP's Community Challenge Grant. Macon was one of just 346 towns and villages to receive the grant. Over 3,000 applied in total. "It was definitely a blessing, and a surprise as well," Asha Ellen, KMBB's executive director,...Macon, GA9 hours ago
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Commissioner-Elect Stanley Stewart reads to kids at Tubman Museum summer camp in MaconMACON, Ga. (WGXA)- This week, Macon's Tubman African American Museum is holding its annual summer camp. It's an opportunity for children to learn about history while enjoying themselves. On Tuesday, the Tubman invited Macon-Bibb Commissioner-Elect Stanley Stewart as a special guest to read to the children. Stewart said he was...Macon, GA10 hours ago
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Former deputy superintendent pleads guilty, ends murder case with probationMACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- The criminal case against former Bibb County Deputy School Superintendent, Edward Judie, ended Wednesday. In 2019, he was accused of murdering his wife Joyce Fox Jude with cocaine. His original charges were possession of cocaine with intent to distribute and felony murder. Prosecutors recently lowered the...Macon, GA13 hours ago
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WSB Channel 2 AtlantaMacon man accused of smashing woman in the head with a brick while she sleptA man who was arrested yesterday is accused of hitting a woman in the head with a brick while she was sleeping.
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The TelegraphThis college student braves Georgia heat to operate Macon Bacon’s old-school scoreboardHe’s out in the Georgia heat for hours each week, but he says his passion for sports makes it worth it.
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13WMAZGet a taste of some sweet treats during the second annual Great Macon Baking WeekMACON, Ga. — If you've got a sweet tooth, then Visit Macon has you covered. The Great Macon Baking Week is back on July 21-July 28. 16 restaurants will be competing for the title of Macon’s Star Baker. Visitors can vote for their favorite restaurant to crown them the champion.
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Music Notes: 50 Cent teases Tyler Perry collab, Bell Biv Devoe and 112 to perform in Georgia and moreBell Biv Devoe will join 112 when they take the stage at the Atrium Health Amphitheater in Macon, Georgia, on July 20. "We'll be there with 112," Ricky Bell told WGXA. "I heard that's a new theater down there. We're excited. I heard it's like a brand spanking new and beautiful. We love that whole amphitheater setup; the stage is kind of like half outside. That should be fun this time for the summer." As for what they will perform, he says, "All of the classics: 'Poison,' 'Do Me,' 'Smile Again.'"Macon, GA18 hours ago
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13WMAZHow to celebrate Christmas in July across Central GeorgiaMACON, Ga. — Christmas is one of the happiest times of the year. Some parts of Central Georgia are getting in on the holiday fun a little early. Here are events across Central Georgia where you can celebrate Christmas in July. Where: 114 E Haynes St, Suite C in...
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13WMAZ146 apartments, 356 parking spaces and 7,000 feet of retail and office space coming to downtown MaconMACON, Ga. — Nearly 150 apartments, retail, offices, a parking garage and more could be coming to downtown Macon. It is being proposed as the ‘Gateway 75’ project. Developer G. Scott Thompson said he plans for 146 apartments, 356 parking spaces and 7,000 feet of retail and office space, in his application.
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Bell Biv DeVoe to headline Macon's amphitheater alongside R&B group 112MACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- Hip-hop and R&B blend, Bell Biv DeVoe, known for hits such as "Poison," will head to Middle Georgia to headline Macon's Atrium Health Amphitheater on July 20. Artists: Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, and Ronnie DeVoe; all founding members of the previously established group, New Edition, which included singer Bobbie Brown as part member and vocal frontman, later joined forces to form Bell Biv DeVoe.Macon, GA1 day ago
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The TelegraphThese musicians are filming music video in Macon. Here’s how you can be in the shoot“My main thing, coming out of Middle Georgia, is letting people know we’re good enough to be with the best of the best. We’re here to show what we can do,” the Milledgeville native singer said.
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Bragg Jam Festival returns to rock out Macon for 25th annual Concert CrawlMACON, Ga. (WGXA) — The Bragg Jam Festival and Concert Crawl is returning to Macon for its 25th anniversary. Promising a full lineup along with food and fun, Bragg Jam "has a passion for connecting Macon audiences to great music through artists, both local and afield," according to the event's website.Macon, GA20 hours ago
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Five Ph.D. pharmacy students take home AAPS Best Abstract awardsFive Mercer University College of Pharmacy Ph.D. candidates received the 2024 American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) Best Abstract award, given to the most scientifically impactful posters out of hundreds of submissions across the country. The awardees are Emmanuel Adediran, Sharvari Kshirsagar, Sreelakshmi Nandakumar Menon, Nisha Shrestha and Farzana Zerin.Macon, GA23 hours ago
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Unhoused people were undercounted for years in Macon-BibbMacon-Bibb County Commissioners learned Tuesday that the traditional “Point in Time,” or PIT Count, has undercounted the number of unhoused people in recent years. “Our original count numbers before this year registered about 160 homeless persons split between shelters and street,” said Rev. Jake Hall of United to End Homelessness. “And what we attempted this year is to really work the street outreach side of the pit kill.”Macon, GA23 hours ago
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'Macon on My Mind Day' returns to uplift local businesses during community eventMACON, Ga. (WGXA) — "Macon on My Mind Day" is once again returning this year to celebrate local businesses. According to Visit Macon, the special event offers a unique opportunity to learn more about these businesses and understand their local contributions and impacts on tourism for the city. Attendees...Macon, GA1 day ago
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New app to combat homelessness in Macon-Bibb CountyMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County is working toward its goal of having no more unhoused people in the city. While many people are still battling homelessness in Macon-Bibb County, the solution may be at the palm of our hands. Jake Hall, United to End Homelessness Executive Director, is...Macon, GA1 day ago
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