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New exhibit spotlights cultural infusion, identity and the lives of visually impaired individuals

A new exhibit hosted by Wesleyan College Leadership Lab highlights the work of Atlanta photographer, Eley. Her art highlights global migration and the experience of individuals with visual impairments, while also speaking to the often omitted role of Black women in shaping America's identity.

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Now is the prime time for planting

Here's some good planting practices from the volunteer master gardeners at the Bibb County Cooperative Extension.

A look ahead at Macon’s arts and entertainment scene

Melody columnist Michael W. Pannell reflects on some art and entertainment highlights of 2025 and looks forward at what's to come in 2026.

Oliver’s Corner Bistro isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a vibe

In his latest food review, Billy Hennessey explains what makes this downtown Macon restaurant a local staple.

Family over screen time: Tips for a healthier holiday break

In today's world, families often wonder, "How much screen time is OK?" Dr. Paritosh Kaul recommends developing personalized limits and alternative activities.

Planting seeds for the New Year: resolutions from a local gardener

A Middle Georgia master gardener shares some of her New Year's resolutions.

Piecing together the puzzle: An Oak Ridge burial for C.B. Lewis

Most of Oak Ridge cemetery — the plot of land within Macon's Rose Hill cemetery set aside for enslaved and free Black individuals — is unmarked and unmapped. A tall stone monument for C.B. Lewis is a rare exception.

Merry Christmas to those who make Christmas happen

The most wonderful time of the year comes with a lot of work; there’s the decorating, the shopping, the wrapping and, ever-increasing in importance as I get older, the meal prep and cooking. A merry Christmas doesn’t just fall out of the sky.

Safety first this holiday season

There are so many options to choose from in the toy department that sometimes you may not know where to begin when choosing safe and appropriate toys for the holiday season.

Mistletoe: The romantic parasite of the Yuletide season

The collective term, "mistletoe”, refers to any of the more than 200 species of semi-parasitic shrubs found worldwide.

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