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How Georgia Democrats snatched defeat from the jaws of victory

The stars recently seemed aligned for Georgia Democrats to accomplish something truly extraordinary: unseating two Republican-appointed Georgia Supreme Court justices.

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Bold choices, high stakes and a World Cup on the horizon

June has arrived, and we are days away from the start of the greatest sports tournament on the planet, as well as America’s 250th birthday.

Phoebe Bridgers made a surprise stop in Macon — and it meant something

Even though the concert was shrouded in secrecy, a fan in attendance reflected on the meaning of the performance.

On May 14, your business can be a lifeline

From large corporations to small (family-owned) businesses, providing quality healthcare at a reasonable price has become increasingly difficult. Premiums keep rising, while the quality of plans continues to decline at a pace that simply isn’t sustainable.

Trump’s tariff infatuation cost Georgians dearly

Trump’s unabashed romance with tariffs began long before his presidency, but they became a key part of his second term.

Rural Georgia can’t afford to ignore the rise of authoritarianism

My thumbnail description is straightforward: authoritarianism attacks personal freedoms, expands concentrated power among the chosen few and avoids accountability for the consequences of its actions.

COLUMN: An unexpected Macon connection at a Braves game

A purchase of random chance created a unique personal connection.

Redistricting wrongs erode your rights

The ongoing congressional redistricting fight is Exhibit A of this sad reality, and it comes from the top.

In District 5, a reminder of what politics can be

A recent candidate debate for Macon-Bibb County's District 5 commission seat demonstrated what civic life is supposed to look like, according to The Melody's executive editor Joshua Wilson.

Pizza, potholes and the case for smart local procurement

The American Society of Civil Engineers gave Georgia a middling C+ for its infrastructure, and some locales are worse than others and need help.

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