After one of the survivors dies, the group heads to a motel on the outskirts of Macon where they set up camp for two more episodes, before eventually deciding to leave the city for Savannah. Macon has been impacted by natural catastrophes. According to the Twiggs County Sheriff's Office, deputies were, EATONTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Former NFL player Warrick Dunn, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity and Warrick Dunn Charities, surprised two families in Eatonton, A cold front is pushing through the southeast this evening, bringing a chance for a few showers overnight. Her body was found in some woods on Friday, February 10. Executives for the Walmart subsidiary said the project in Douglas County along the Interstate 20 corridor west of Atlanta, COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) PresidentJoe Bidenhas appointed former Columbia, South Carolina, Mayor Steve Benjamin as a top White House adviser, taking over fromKeisha Lance Bottoms,the former Atlanta mayor who had assumed the role in June. Fulton County District, ATLANTA (AP) Georgia voters should get to decide whether to legalize sports gambling, an influential state senator argued Thursday, as he rolled out a different vision for sports betting than the one being pushed by local pro sports teams., ATLANTA (AP) A special grand jury that investigated efforts by then-President Donald Trump and his allies to overturn his election loss in Georgia says it believes some witnesses committed perjury, and it recommends that prosecutors seek charges. Miso Hawngry ramen shop opens in downtown Milledgeville. The State of Georgias net tax collections for January totaled nearly $2.99 billion for an increase of$32.9 million, or 1.1 percent, compared to January Gov. containers of Enfamil, ATLANTA (AP) Former President Donald Trumps lawyers in Georgia are criticizing the Fulton Countyinvestigation into potential illegal election meddlingafter the foreperson of the special grand jury seated to help the probe went public this week. Death and marriage notices may appear earlier. as teams of two race down From the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority: Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc. (UNITED) has officially broken ground on an $85 million investment to its Macon, Georgia facility as announced in December. Washington Memorial Library (public library) established. The county administrator says the county plans, UPDATE: More details concerning the employee fired from Howard Middle for inappropriately interacting with a student have been released. Macon became the states fourth-largest city after Augusta when the merger occurred January 1, 2014.[6]. The largest single-site industrial complex in Georgia,[68] Robins Air Force Base, is 10 miles south of Macon on Highway 247, just east of Warner Robins. Macon County is served by two local media outlets, the Citizen Georgian newspaper and WMNZ 1050 AM in Montezuma, The Citizen Georgian has been serving Macon County since 1870. The goal of the, MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) Atrium Health Navicent celebrated Macon's bicentennial in a unique way by opening two time capsules on Tuesday that had been, It was another beautiful (and warm) day in Middle Georgia with clear skies and highs in the 80s. Georgia State Man in critical condition, 24-year-old woman arrested after fight at Macon home Macon, GA Human remains found in suburban Atlanta identified as girl, 16, missing since July Action News Jax Gwinnett County, GA Georgia prison warden arrested on RICO charges Waycross, GA FROM LOCAL CONTRIBUTORS More A new restaurant in downtown Milledgeville is hoping to fill you up. James H. Stone. Note: Affiliate links are used within the directory on this site and a small contribution goes to the website for some purchases made. [12], During the American Civil War, Macon served as the official arsenal of the Confederacy[10] manufacturing percussion caps, friction primers, and pressed bullets. the highest and lowest temperature readings during an entire month or year) calculated based on data at said location from 1991 to 2020. Families can register for the cohort It says a lot when you get a group like together to do whats right for our children, Mayor Lester Miller told nearly two dozen community leaders gathered to discuss how to improve literacy across the county. Fort Hawkins guarded the Lower Creek Pathway, an extensive and well-traveled American Indian network that the U.S. government later improved as the Federal Road, linking Washington, D.C., to the ports of Mobile, Alabama and New Orleans, Louisiana. During the month of February, we celebrate the African Americans, well-known MOUNT ZION For the first time in school history, Mt. Local news, weather, traffic, sports and events from 13WMAZ in Macon, Georgia The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week. 2023 Macon County Commissioners. Jo, NEW YORK (AP) A chunk of weather-beaten flotsam that washed up on a New York shoreline after Tropical Storm Ian last fall has piqued the interest of experts who say it is likely part of theSS Savannah, which ran, NEW YORK (AP) On Dec. 22, 1985, The Associated Pressreported the following from Blue Ridge, Georgia: Investigators searching for cocaine dropped by an airborne smuggler have found a ripped-up shipment of the sweet-smelling powder and the remains of a, ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Reckitt--one of the main formula manufacturers in the U.S., is recalling two batches of Enfamil Infant Formula is being recalled due to a possible contamination. The citys per capita income was $17,010. Because of its central location, Macon developed as a state transportation hub. The new center will create an estimated 600 jobs. Tucker Sargent. Zion's girls basketball team is headed to the Elite Eight round of the state basketball playoffs following a 57-46 win over Macon County on Friday. A Christian Heritage team that started the season with a school-record 21 consecutive victories saw a playoff exit in the second round of the Class A Division 2 tournament Saturday in Montezuma. (1865 - 1865) Robert Reichert was elected the first mayor of Macon-Bibb in the September 2013 election, which required a runoff with C. Jack Ellis in October.[24][25][26][27]. publisher_id: "41nbc.com", E-Verify ID# 133447 Artistic Photography on this site by Macon County Artist Mark Tisdale. of marijuana found in car, Georgia star Jalen Carter charged with racing in fatal wreck, Doctor offers tips for preventing allergies as pollen season begins in Georgia, Former NFL player, Georgia Bulldog reads for Perry students, United Way of Central Georgia installs book nooks at local laundromat, Atrium Health Navicent opens two time capsules in honor of Macon's Bicentennial, Clouds return Wednesday; rain and strong storms possible late week, UPDATE: Coroner identifies mother, son found dead Tuesday, Jones County government asks for community's help to create new county logo, UPDATE: Howard Middle School employee fired after inappropriate interactions with student, Sam's Club to open $142M fulfillment center in Georgia, Keisha Lance Bottoms leaving White House, returns to Atlanta, Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores February 20-24, Two teens arrested in connection to recent shootings, theft, Houston County BOE honors former Black high school, Veterans Elementary celebrates civil rights leaders with exhibit, Fort Valley State University working to recruit more women, minority students for science, engineering jobs, Warner Robins woman shot during disagreement, Man killed in crash on Mercer University Drive, Putnam County single mothers surprised with new homes from Habitat for Humanity, Warm and sunny Tuesday ahead of rain later this week, Bill that could let Buckhead split from Atlanta advances, Former Atlanta official to go to prison for accepting bribes, Flotsam found off New York may be from famous SS Savannah, Yes, 'Cocaine Bear' is a real movie. Since at least 2006 Macon has been included in the proposed Georgia Rail Passenger Program to restore inter-city rail service but as of 2020, Georgia lacks any inter-city passenger rail service other than the federally funded inter-state Amtrak services. October 10, 2022 - 09:49:46 AM River Valley Regional Commision - Regional Plan. )[8] The fort was named for Benjamin Hawkins, who served as Superintendent of Indian Affairs for the Southeast territory south of the Ohio River for more than 20 years, had lived among the Creek, and was married to a Creek woman. (Montezuma, Ga.) 1979-1984 The city maintains several parks and community centers. 31.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. 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What to do during a tornado: Where is your safe spot? }); Montezuma: Citizen & Georgian. Bowling C. Yates. The tornado also impacted Middle Georgia State College, where almost half of the campuss trees were snapped or uprooted and several buildings were damaged, with the gymnasium suffering the worst. February 22, 2023. Whats coming to Middle Georgia? According to court records, on or about February 5, 28-year-old Darrian Kennebrew stabbed her with a knife, killing her and her unborn son. The Juneteenth Freedom Festival - An annual June performing arts and educational celebration of the end of American slavery in 1865, celebrating black freedom and heritage both ancient and contemporary, Pan African Festival - An annual celebration of the, Ocmulgee Indian Celebration - A celebration of the original residents of the land where Macon now sits, this festival is held in September. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 56.3 square miles (146km2), of which 55.8 square miles (145km2) is land and 0.5 square miles (1.3km2) (0.82%) is water. Emily Kohrs first spoke, ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) - Mercer University School of Medicine and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta revealed plans Wednesday to launch a $200 million initiative aimed at improving pediatric healthcare in rural Georgia. The Ocmulgee River is a major river that runs through the city. Born on July 15, 1941, to Rufus R. and Hester Nicholson Henson, he was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Macon (/ m e k n / MAY-kn), officially Macon-Bibb County, is a consolidated city-county in the U.S. state of Georgia.Situated near the fall line of the Ocmulgee River, it is 85 miles (137 km) southeast of Atlanta and near the state's geographic center hence its nickname "The Heart of Georgia.". number: 3, (A truncated route served to Valdosta, Georgia until 1970.) The Supreme Court of Georgia[102] and the U.S. Supreme Court affirmed. Firearm found in student's backpack at Warner Robins High School, Wilkinson County Sheriff's Office captain arrested, charged with sexual assault of inmate, Three men arrested in Twiggs for over 30 lbs. Investigators were able to track down Scott Lee Bodiford at the Dollar General in Oglethorpe. The "Read with, MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The United Way of Central Georgia (UWCG) is providing children's books somewhere you might not expecta laundromat. Three different Eagles were double-digit scorers in the win. In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.9% under the age of 18, 11.3% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 20.0% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The historical range is 31 in 1994 to 116 in 2011. Macon was developed at the site of Fort Benjamin Hawkins, built in 1809 at President Thomas Jeffersons direction after he forced the Creek to cede their lands east of the Ocmulgee River (Archeological excavations in the 21st century found evidence of two separate fortifications. The Macon Transit Authority (MTA) is Macon's public-transit system, operating the Public Transit City Bus System throughout Macon-Bibb County. It was a game that had the caliber of a Final Four matchup, but Christian Heritage School had to play it in the second round. Overnight we will start to see a, UPDATE (6:45 p.m.) - Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones has identified the people found dead Tuesday as 64-year-old Hilda Archer and her son, 33-year-old Terence Archer. The median family income was $37,268. The famous musician rolled up with his own massive meat smoker and got to work. October 10, 2022 - 09:49:46 AM River Valley Regional Commision - Regional Plan Steering Committee Meeting #2 Wednesday, September 28, 2022 Virtual and In-Person Buena Vista, GA 9:00 am In This Section Macon County News - Free Weekly Newspaper - Distributed in Franklin, Highlands, Dillsboro, Webster, Cullowhee, Scaly Mountain, N.C.; Dillard & Clayton, Ga. In 1895, the New York Times dubbed Macon "The Central City because of is emergence as a railroad transportation and textile factory hub. Rivals who nearly brawled during a televised debate. detail_page_enabled: true, Click or call (800) 729-8809 View Macon County obituaries on Legacy.com, the most timely and comprehensive collection of local obituaries for Macon County, Georgia. According to the US Newspaper Directory, the following newspapers were printed in this county, so there may be paper or microfilm copies available. Robert Scott Davis. Macon's annual Bragg Jam festival features an Art and Kids' Festival along the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail and a nighttime Pub Crawl. The victim was identified as 39-year-old Jessica Bean. I hope none of them feel mad at me because sometimes I dont remember names, but I always remember faces, Ellen Chase says with a sweet smile. (Montezuma, Ga.) 1880s-1931, Montezuma: Weekly. Be sure to search the newspapers in the town/city where your ancestor lived, as well as the surrounding area. partner_name: "41NBC", SHORTER, Ala. (WRBL) - The Macon County Coroner tells WRBL foul play is suspected in the death of 39-year-old Jessica Bean of Montgomery. The collaboration, made possible by funds allocated by Children's Board, ATLANTA (AP) They were led down a staircase into a garage beneath a downtown Atlanta courthouse, where officers with big guns were waiting. [70], The Macon Symphony Orchestra,[71] a youth symphony, and the Middle Georgia Concert Band perform at the Grand Opera House in downtown Macon. We have never seen this, Driver arguing with passenger rams into tree to end their lives, Illinois cops say, Bald eagles Jackie and Shadow keep checking on eggs but experts say they wont hatch, Can You Really Get Bad Credit Loans Guaranteed Approval? The Mississippian culture constructed earthwork mounds for ceremonial, religious, and burial purposes. 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