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Woolfolk family graves restored after vandalism at Rose Hill Cemetery

The Woolfolk family burial plot, memorializing the victims of an infamous Georgia murder case, has been restored after vandals damaged the grave site in July.

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Georgia National Fair returns for its 35th anniversary with food, rides, farm animals

The fair lasts from Oct. 3 through Oct. 13. The fair attracted more than 565,000 visitors last year.

Perseverance is on the menu

S&S Cafeteria experienced a fire overnight on Sunday which forced the legendary Macon restaurant to temporarily close its doors.

Macon artists rescued from North Carolina via helicopter

Army Blackhawk helicopters evacuated Kathy Myers, Deb Eidam and Sherry Sims from North Carolina after Hurricane Helene left them stranded 35 miles northeast of Asheville.

‘Always been taught the ‘hero’ way:’ Nephew of Rodney Davis embraces his calling

Rodney Davis was the uncle that Edgar Ray never knew. He died on a September afternoon 57 years ago during Operation Swift, one of the fiercest battles of the Vietnam War.

Amerson River Park remains closed as hurricane cleanup wraps up in Macon

Bibb County largely avoided damage from the hurricane that tore through the Southeast.

An elderly man sits in a room using a walker, with framed photos and articles on the wall behind him. A large painting of a man and a deer is displayed above a wooden desk, which holds family photos and memorabilia.
Long walk into history: Macon’s Espy was second hiker to complete Appalachian Trail

Seventy-three years ago, Macon's Gene Espy became just the second person to hike the entirety of the Appalachian Trail, helping (literally) blaze a trail for generations of hikers.

Statewide bus tour brings discussion about addiction recovery to Macon

The tour stopped in Macon to hold a panel on the role of faith in recovery.

Men in white bucket trucks work on power lines and a downed tree.
Thousands without power in Middle Georgia as Macon escapes worst of Hurricane Helene

Bibb County was under a hurricane warning Thursday night and Friday morning, but by the time Helene hit Middle Georgia, it had weakened considerably.

Celebrate memories and Macon musical legacies at GABBA Fest

Hundreds of local, regional, national and international guests are here for concerts, gatherings and meetups.

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