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Jackson adds Juneteeth as official city holiday
The city of Jackson has added Juneteeth as an official city holiday. The Jackson City Council approved the additional holiday during its Tuesday, May 21 meeting. Grocery Store Items That Have Increased Most in Price. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, food prices have surged at their fastest rate...
‘Superman’ movie filming supports tourism, economy in downtown Macon
MACON, Ga. (WPGA) - Movie magic is in the works at the historic Terminal Station in downtown Macon. As buzz about the “Superman” movie filming continues, nearby businesses say it will keep Macon relevant. Across from the Terminal Station is the Georgia Sports Hall Of Fame. Executive Director...
Memorial Day ceremonies to honor service members around central Georgia
MACON, Ga. — 1) Memorial Day Observance in Monroe County. Monroe's annual Memorial day service will take place on the Monroe County Courthouse lawn in Forsyth Monday, May 27th at 11 a.m. The ceremony will honor those that gave their lives in service. 2) Dublin VA Medical Center Memorial...
Amy Washington Spreads Joy and Health through Yoga on First Saturdays in Summer
Jackson Presbyterian Church is again presenting free community yoga on their lawn the first Saturdays of this summer, beginning June 1, at 8 am. The classes will continue on the first Saturdays of August, September and October. Certified yoga instructor Amy Washington came up with the idea of free outdoor...
Macon-Bibb County offices close for Memorial Day; trash pickup delayed
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- All Macon-Bibb County government offices and the court system will be closed onMonday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day. Emergency services will remain operational. Convenience Center #1 (1010 11th Street) will be closed on Monday, May 27 and will reopen on Tuesday, May 28. The...
Two hurt after crash and brief chase on Pio Nono Avenue
MACON, Ga. — One person was injured and another is in critical condition after a Tuesday night crash on I-75, according to Sgt. Christopher Williams with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. He says it happened when deputies were doing a traffic stop around 9:30 p.m. about a stolen car...
Lane Southern Orchards invites families to experience peach season
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Peach season is officially underway and Lane Southern Orchards is welcoming visitors to experience a behind the scenes experience. Tyler Wainwright, Farm Manager at Lane Southern Orchards, says while they do not offer a u-pick option, they do offer an inside look in the packing house. Visitors can get a bird’s eye view of the packing before the peaches are shipped out.
Man grazed by bullet at Macon park, Bibb County Sheriff's Office says
MACON, Ga. — A man was grazed by a bullet at a Macon park on Monday, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. On a day when people were enjoying a nice day at Bloomfield Park, the sheriff's office says gun shots rang out just after 6 p.m. One...
After re-election, Macon mayor reflects on county growth while projecting more to come
MACON, Ga. — After winning Tuesday's election, Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller reflected on growth across Bibb County during his first term. Now, he's projecting more in his next four years holding the gavel at the Macon-Bibb County Government Center. "Our community hasn't grown like I thought it should've over...
Car flips in Monroe County after crashing into school bus, sheriff's office said
MONROE COUNTY, Ga. — A car flipped in Monroe County after the sheriff's office believes the driver lost control around a curve and hit a school bus, according to a press release from the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. They say it happened near Highway 83 and Old Cabiness Road...
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