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News from 2022

NOTICE: Employment Opportunity – Chief of Police

By Press release submission | Oct 25, 2022

The City of Forsyth, Georgia – a cohesive, small community just north of Macon, Georgia, is seeking a highly competent, professional law enforcement leader with the energy, passion, experience and technical skills to serve as Chief of Police.

Stratford Hosts Military Appreciation Night

By Press release submission | Oct 25, 2022

Stratford Hosts Military Appreciation Night

Local organizers to speak at "Rep the Rights" Rally

By Press release submission | Oct 24, 2022

Representatives from two local organizations will speak at the Rep the Rights Rally on Tuesday, October 25. The rally starts at 12 p.m. on the Porter Auditorium lawn.

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How many inmates sentenced to serve in Monroe County might be released during November?

By Macon Times | Oct 24, 2022

The sentences for five inmates in Monroe County jails could end during November, according to the Georgia Department of Corrections.

Secretary Raffensperger Better Protects Poll Workers With New Texting Tool

By Press release submission | Oct 24, 2022

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced that Georgia counties have implemented a security alert service allowing poll managers across Georgia to immediately report any concerns or security issues that could disrupt the midterm election procedures.

Finding Greatness: Miracle Odom

By Press release submission | Oct 24, 2022

Student leader Miracle Odom, a senior majoring in biology, is participating in magnetotactic bacteria (MTB) research with MGA faculty members.

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13 inmates sentenced to serve in Bibb County could be released during November

By Macon Times | Oct 23, 2022

The sentences for 13 inmates in Bibb County jails could end during November, according to the Georgia Department of Corrections.

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Value of Industrial Transportation company Blue Bird Corp. (BLBD:NMQ) based in Macon rose 55.2% in week ending Oct. 22

By Macon Times | Oct 23, 2022

Norfolk Southern Corp. (NSC:NYQ) was the highest Industrial Transportation company headquartered in Georgia on Oct. 21.

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Macon Times area weekly mass times

By Macon Times | Oct 22, 2022

The following parishes in the Macon Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Suspect Arrested for Gun and Drug Charges

By Press release submission | Oct 21, 2022

Bibb County Sheriff’s Special Response Team Deputies arrest an individual for gun and drugs after a brief pursuit. The incident occurred on October 20, 2022 at around 2:30p.m.

Six Suspects Arrested in Property Crime Investigation

By Press release submission | Oct 21, 2022

Six individuals were apprehended and charged in connection with two auto thefts, multiple entering autos, and damage to property incidents.

NOTICE: Proposed Dog Ordinance

By Press release submission | Oct 21, 2022

NOTICE: Proposed Dog Ordinance

Monroe County Commissioners to Honor Retiring Road Superintendent Watts with Proclamation

By Press release submission | Oct 20, 2022

Today marks the official end of a distinguished era in Monroe County with the retirement of longtime Road Superintendent Ira “Junior” Watts Jr.

Atrium Health Navicent Employee Giving Program Awards $198,000 in Grants to Benefit Central Georgia Communities

By Press release submission | Oct 19, 2022

Atrium Health Navicent’s employee giving program, Healthcare Employees Achieving Tomorrow (H.E.A.T.), has awarded 22 grants to health care charities and programs totaling $198,089.

Sunbelt Expo ushers in new era of agriculture

By Press release submission | Oct 18, 2022

The Sunbelt Agricultural Exposition will celebrate its 44th anniversary show Oct. 18-20.

Finding Greatness: Nettie Conner

By Press release submission | Oct 18, 2022

Seeking a fourth career, non-traditional student Nettie Conner is enrolled in MGA’s social work degree program. An officer for Horizons, a student club for social work majors, Conner hopes to work for a non-profit that helps people living in marginalized communities.

President Blight celebrates 100 days in office, makes big announcement

By Press release submission | Oct 17, 2022

Just over three months ago, Wesleyan College’s 26th President, Meaghan Blight set a goal to raise one million dollars for Wesleyan College during her first 100 days

Late MCES Firefighter Boone Added to GPSTC Public Safety Memorial Wall

By Press release submission | Oct 17, 2022

Late Monroe County Emergency Services (MCES) firefighter Harold Boone was honored on Friday, Oct. 14 as one of 16 new additions to the Georgia Public Safety Training Center’s (GPSTC) Public Safety Memorial Wall.

Atrium Health Navicent Physicians: Vaccine is Your Best Defense Against the Flu

By Press release submission | Oct 17, 2022

Influenza, commonly called “the flu,” is a contagious respiratory disease that can lead to serious illness, hospitalization or death. The best way to protect yourself and your loved ones against influenza is to get vaccinated every flu season.

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Macon-based Industrial Transportation company Blue Bird Corp. (BLBD:NMQ) sees value fall 4.5% in week ending Oct. 15

By Macon Times | Oct 16, 2022

Norfolk Southern Corp. (NSC:NYQ) was the highest Industrial Transportation company headquartered in Georgia on Oct. 14.