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Laura Corley

Laura is our senior reporter. Born in Macon, her bylines have appeared in Georgia news outlets for more than a decade. She is a graduate of Mercer University. Her work — which focuses on holding people and institutions with power responsible for their actions — is funded by a grant from the Peyton Anderson Foundation. Laura enjoys strong coffee, a good mystery, fishing and gardening.

Laura's Latest Articles

It formed to save downtown Macon. Now Urban Development Authority’s reach is much expanded

When the Macon Mall opened in 1975, the Macon-Bibb County Urban Development Authority was formed to save downtown. Now, a half century later, it is working to revitalize the mall.

Land bank converts tax-delinquent properties into community assets

This “Power” installment examines the role of the Macon-Bibb County Land Bank Authority.

Bibb development authority broadens role from clean air to community projects

The authority has helped local universities, parks and other locations stay sustainable in recent years.

Who’s building Macon’s sports and events arena?

With construction on the new venue growing closer, these companies are responsible for constructing it.

Race for Middle GA Senate seat set for runoff between Brown and McNeel

Brown, a Democrat, will face Mcneel, a Republican, for the District 18 Senate seat in the runoff.

The quiet authority shaping the future of Robins Air Force Base

The Central Georgia Joint Development Authority's mission is to protect Middle Georgia's largest employer.

Charter changes, taxes and more: Bibb lawmakers prep for Gold Dome business

Here's what Macon-Bibb County's delegation is focused on as the legislative session begins.

How federal pullback reshaped the Macon Housing Authority

The agency, created more than 85 years ago, has adjusted as the federal dollars directed toward public housing have waned.

Advocate who pushed for safer streets killed while biking in Macon

Louis Michael Ryan was a member of the Pedestrian Safety Review Board and was known by Maconites as a staunch supporter of safer streets.

The authorities that run Macon-Bibb: A primer

Get to know the authorities that make decisions on everything from water bills to housing across Macon-Bibb County.

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