The Macon Telegraph acquired by Georgia Trust for Local News. Melody and Telegraph to merge
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New Macon airport route to Florida proves “convenient and competitive”
The Middle Georgia Regional Airport began service to Fort Lauderdale in June 2026, and flights have filled up with many positive reviews.
The Riff newsletter quiz – Week of July 6-10
Test your knowledge of The Melody's newsletter with our weekly quiz.
Retail boom poised to strain North Macon’s already clogged roads
Retail development is expected to outpace road work in north Macon.
Bibb school budget crisis prompts scrutiny of employee salaries
Salaries for lead administrators at the Bibb County School District fall in line with similarly sized school districts.
The Riff newsletter quiz, Week of June 29-July 3
How closely did you read our newsletter this week? Test your knowledge with these five questions.
Macon-Bibb library board weighs staff cuts, reduced hours in $168K budget shortfall
The board tackled financial issues at its recent board meeting.
A look at some Fourth of July events in Macon
The Fourth of July this year celebrates the 250th anniversary of the country’s adoption of the Declaration of Independence. These are some events happening around Macon to celebrate the occasion.
Macon’s firework frenzy: A glimpse inside a firework shop before July 4
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. That being said, fireworks are leaving the shelves for shows to celebrate the occasion.
Own property in Georgia? Here’s how to read your 2026 tax assessment
Georgia's annual tax assessment forms look different this year. Here's how to read them.
New Macon airport route to Florida proves “convenient and competitive”
The Middle Georgia Regional Airport began service to Fort Lauderdale in June 2026, and flights have filled up with many positive reviews.
The Riff newsletter quiz – Week of July 6-10
Test your knowledge of The Melody's newsletter with our weekly quiz.
Retail boom poised to strain North Macon’s already clogged roads
Retail development is expected to outpace road work in north Macon.
Bibb school budget crisis prompts scrutiny of employee salaries
Salaries for lead administrators at the Bibb County School District fall in line with similarly sized school districts.
The Riff newsletter quiz, Week of June 29-July 3
How closely did you read our newsletter this week? Test your knowledge with these five questions.
Macon-Bibb library board weighs staff cuts, reduced hours in $168K budget shortfall
The board tackled financial issues at its recent board meeting.
A look at some Fourth of July events in Macon
The Fourth of July this year celebrates the 250th anniversary of the country’s adoption of the Declaration of Independence. These are some events happening around Macon to celebrate the occasion.
Macon’s firework frenzy: A glimpse inside a firework shop before July 4
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. That being said, fireworks are leaving the shelves for shows to celebrate the occasion.
Own property in Georgia? Here’s how to read your 2026 tax assessment
Georgia's annual tax assessment forms look different this year. Here's how to read them.