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Gwen Walz campaigns in Macon; Trump, Vance, Jill Biden plan visits ahead of election

Republican running mates Donald Trump and JD Vance are scheduled to appear in Macon Sunday and Monday, while first lady Jill Biden will visit Macon Saturday afternoon.

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Mercer ‘all clear’ after warning staff, students to shelter in place Thursday afternoon

The university said a suspect is in custody and that there is no threat to the public or student body.

Georgia early voters smash the polls ahead of election day

In Bibb County, roughly 40,000 Georgians have already made their vote ahead of election day.

‘Souls to the Polls’ caravan mobilizes Black voters

Last Saturday, a "Souls to the Polls" caravan, meant to mobilize and encourage the Black community to vote, caravaned through Macon. Led by the deaconess at Ekklesia Christian Worship Center, Kim White, the caravan visited several Black neighborhoods on its two and a half hour tour through town.

Museum of Arts and Sciences equips advanced tech to usher in new exhibit

“This is an advanced step in our redefining the definition of art and making a place for it as we see art and science intersect."

Local restaurants battle it out in Macon Burger Week 2024

Twenty six Macon restaurants are offering $10 specialty burgers for this celebration of beef.

The federal poverty level is ‘antiquated.’ Here’s a modern look at livable wages in Macon

In Georgia, a household of two adults, one infant and one preschooler would need $76,200 annually (with tax credits), according to the research center’s household survival budget for 2022. 

Otis Redding Center expands foundation’s capacity for youth engagement

The new center will include a 250 person amphitheater and a state of the art recording studio.

JAM out this weekend at the 21st Jazz and Arts on Riverdale

The festival will have live music, food and family friendly activities.

Be Greek for a day at this year’s annual Greek Festival

This weekend, the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church will host the 17th annual Greek Festival. This family-friendly event will include Greek cuisine, church tours, music and Areti dancers.

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