Remembering the vet who made the armies march
Melody columnist Ed Grisamore reflects on veteran Willie Lee Duckworth who coined one of the most popular marching songs in military history.
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The Wright Way: Volunteer poll worker inspires others
Lucinda Wright has been a registered voter since she turned 18. She’s 61 now, which is 60 years longer than the doctors proclaimed her life expectancy would be when she arrived in the world on Aug. 13, 1963.
Honoring the original ‘Gris’ on his birthday
Melody columnist Ed Grisamore reflects on his father's life — on what would have been his 100th birthday. A father, doctor and veteran, Jennings Melvin Grisamore was born on All Saints Day.
Local Knowledge: One final campaign stop
As election day nears, give Melody columnist Ed Grisamore's campaign-themed trivia a try. Macon has seen many presidential candidates and other famous politicians over the years. Do you know which ones?
A cult following for Bibb County’s ghostly celebrities
In 1998, Mary Lee Irby published the definitive account of Bibb County apparitions: "Ghosts of Macon."
The Bones of Buford: Midtown family brings out popular skeletons for Halloween
Every year this couple installs two 12-foot skeletons and an accompanying skeleton dog to celebrate spooky season. Known as Mr. and Mrs. Bones, neighbors and passersby stop to gawk at Molly and Kaiser Gerhardt's lawn.
Gris & That: Oh, the stories this iconic tree could tell
After an iconic 400-year-old white oak tree fell due to Hurricane Helene, Harold Causey of Monroe County has found a way to preserve parts of the impressive tree.
The South’s most acquired taste: Welcome to the Yatesville Chitlin Hoedown
“Oh gosh, do you know what chitlins are? Don’t you dare bring them to my house.”
Food warriors and thirst responders
F.A.T. ministry aims to feed homeless folks in Macon. Founded in 2018, F.A.T has most recently assisted in Hurricane Helene relief efforts.
Local Knowledge: Murder, mayhem and food for thought
Test your knowledge this week with Melody Columnist Ed Grisamore — from local murders to local restaurants.