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Ciao, Italy! Macon athletic trainer invited to Olympics

Rodger Fleming will help Team USA go for gold in sports like curling, bobsleigh and more.

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This winter’s harsh weather is good for Macon’s cherry blossoms

To understand what makes the pink come forth, The Melody spoke with Bill Fickling, grandson of the city’s original cherry tree planter, and Kathy Hensley, the master gardener at Bibb County’s University of Georgia Extension Office.

Hundreds fill downtown Macon streets in march against ICE

Hundreds of Middle Georgians filled the street of downtown Macon for a march in protest against recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity.

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.

What endures after Josh Rogers: Sustaining momentum following loss

More than a year after the tragic loss of community leader, Josh Rogers, Macon organizations continue to sustain work, partnerships and momentum.

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.

Macon clinicians report severe flu season as cases surge statewide

Flu season is particularly bad this year, according to health experts. Learn what the numbers say about Georgia.

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.

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