Category: News & Views

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Atrium Health Navicent Launches Virtual Care

MACON, Ga., May 28, 2024 – Atrium Health Navicent is offering a new community-based option for patients who may face barriers getting the health care they need. Beginning next
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A Piece of History

I called my granddaddy “Dada” because he was more like a father than a grandfather. He just loved being a physician, and he loved babies! He would be so
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Elaine Lucas Announces Her Candidacy for Macon Water Board

Macon, GA — Elaine Huckabee Lucas, a retired educator and Macon-Bibb Commissioner, proudly announces her candidacy for the Macon Water Authority in the upcoming November general election. With a

Newtown Macon Earns 2024 Great American Main Street Award For Excellence In Downtown Revitalization

CHICAGO, ILL., (May 10, 2024) – Main Street America announced that NewTown Macon in Macon, Georgia, has received the prestigious Great American Main Street Award (GAMSA), which recognizes communities for their excellence in comprehensive preservation-based commercial district
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Everett Slay for County Commissioner, District 3!

As we approach the Primary election here in Macon-Bibb, our voting decisions will face intense scrutiny. Scrutiny that will transcend many years beyond 2024. Today, I would like to
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Georgia Historical Society Dedicates New Historical Marker Recognizing John Wesley Gilbert

Augusta, GA, May 2, 2024—On Thursday, May 2, 2024, the Georgia Historical Society (GHS) unveiled a new historical marker in Augusta that recognizes John Wesley Gilbert (c.1863 – 1923).
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Brantley Gilbert Coming to the Atrium Health Amphitheater

MACON, GA – —Brantley Gilbert is bringing his Off The Rails Tour to the Atrium Health Amphitheater! Special guests include Adam Calhoun and Demun Jones. Tickets are $39.50 for
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Dr Chester Fontenot Retires From Mercer University

Rev. Chester J. Fontenot, Jr., Ph.D. Professional Biographical Statement Rev. Chester J. Fontenot, Jr. was the Baptist Professor of English and Director of the African American Studies Program at
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Atrium Health Navicent Physicians Urge Families to Stay on Track with Immunizations

MACON, Ga., April 25, 2024 – Atrium Health Navicent encourages parents and caregivers to join the health system in observing National Infant Immunization Week, April 22-29, by ensuring that
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Macon, Georgia Events Continue to Grow in Visitation and Economic Impact

MACON, Ga. (April 22, 2024) — Visit Macon, in partnership with the International Cherry Blossom Festival and the Macon Christmas Light Extravaganza, are proud to announce the economic impact