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Storm Lab Local | We're out in Cochran! Here's a look at the history, its weather and some fun facts
MACON, Ga. — With Storm Lab Local, we bring our Storm Lab — to you!. Each Tuesday, one of our meteorologists takes the Storm Lab down to a random small town in Central Georgia. Every week, they highlight the history, fun facts and cool spots to check out in each town.
Investigation underway after 16-year-old was shot four times in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. (WGXA) -- The Warner Robins Police Department is now investigating after an early morning shooting took place on Friday. At 4:00 a.m. on Friday, the Warner Robins Police Department responded to 110 Delaware Drive, where it was reported that a 16-year-old victim had sustained four gunshot wounds to his body.
This Georgia bill will limit teens' access to social media sites
PERRY, Ga. — Soon, Georgia's teens will have their social media accounts regulated to make sure anyone younger than 16 has parental permission to be on the apps. Senate Bill 351 was passed by the House and approved by the Senate. Then, last week, it was signed by Gov. Brian Kemp.
My Teacher is Tops: Mrs. Lisa and Ms. Abby Maddox at Lawrence Drive Baptist Preschool
MACON, Ga. — Many educators feel that teaching runs in their blood. For one Bibb County teaching duo, a love for education runs in the family. At Lawrence Drive Baptist Preschool we surprised two teachers. We tried to surprise Mrs. Lisa Maddox mentioned in the nominating letter, but it was hard to do because she is also the preschool director. But we still surprised Ms. Abby.
Sanitation truck catches on fire and burns the side of a home in Houston County
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — A sanitation truck caught on fire in Houston County and damaged property, according to the Houston County Fire Department. The fire happened just before 7 a.m. on Lovorn Circle and Oaks Drive. A viewer, Deedra Hardrick, saw the fire happen and sent in video to 13WMAZ.
Middle Georgia ag businesses set to save thousands with over $160k in energy grants
WASHINGTON (WGXA)- Three Middle Georgia ag businesses will save thousands per year in energy costs after being awarded more than $160,000 in grant funding. Congressman Sanford Bishop, of District 2, made the announcement Wednesday morning. Bishop serves as the top Democrat leading the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related agencies.
Early voting underway in Central Georgia. Here's what you need to know
MACON, Bibb County — Monday marks the start of early voting in Georgia, which is underway until May 17, ahead of primary day on May 21. Some voters cast their ballots for the first time in a shopping center, at the newest location of the Macon-Bibb Board of Elections headquarters inside the Macon Mall.
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