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Food warriors and thirst responders

F.A.T. ministry aims to feed homeless folks in Macon. Founded in 2018, F.A.T has most recently assisted in Hurricane Helene relief efforts.

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Local Knowledge: Murder, mayhem and food for thought

Test your knowledge this week with Melody Columnist Ed Grisamore — from local murders to local restaurants.

Mayor stalls approval of Confederate plaque in Rose Hill

Mayor Lester Miller has opted to not authorize the donation of a plaque in honor of a Black Confederate fifer. He invited leaders from Macon's NAACP and the local branch of the United Daughter's of the Confederacy to have an open conversation on the topic.

A football player in a blue and yellow jersey, holding the ball, is being tackled by two opposing players in white and gray uniforms. The quarterback is attempting to evade the defenders, with one player grabbing his arm and another reaching for him. Several teammates and a referee are visible in the background. The action takes place on a well-lit field.
PHOTOS: High School Football Week 9

Photos from week nine of high school football October 11, 2024.

Macon Melody Oct. 11, 2024 edition

MWA plans rate increase, saving lives at Macon Beer Fest, evacuees reach Bibb County

Gris List: Selfies, Maconites and compelling facts

Find out where the best places to take selfies around town are, and learn about some famous Maconites and some new fun facts in this week's Gris List.

Hurricane Milton evacuees reach Georgia

The Red Cross and Bibb County set up two evacuation centers for Floridians looking to evade the hurricane.

Community gathers at Temple Beth Israel to honor one year anniversary of Hamas terrorist attacks

Folks came to Temple Beth Israel Monday evening to hold a vigil on the one-year anniversary of the terrorist attacks that prompted an ongoing war between Hamas and Israel.

COLUMN: Favorite colors, autumn birthdays and a case of mistaken identity

What's your favorite color? Or animal? Or month? Seems like a long time since someone asked me one of these important questions.

PHOTOS: High School Football Week 8

Photos from week eight of high school football October 3-4, 2024.

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