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A person sleeps in the park on Poplar Street in downtown Macon.

Assessing downtown homeless issues, rolling out new transit services

On The Agenda highlights meetings of the Downtown Business Improvement District, Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority
Liz Fabian, Civic Journalism Senior Fellow
July 3, 2025
A replica of The Grotto made by the Jesuits in the early 20th century. Stephen Reichert, one of the current property owners, replaced the replica of the Blessed Mother that rests at the top right niche. Reichert also said the middle niche is an altar used by the Jesuits, while the third niche on the far left represents the place where Bernadette uncovered the spring of holy water.

The Hidden Existence of a Catholic Retreat

A look at The Grotto and St. Stanislaus College
Piper Riser, Murphy Center
December 6, 2024
Paul and Alice Williams with Cherry the Pink Poodle outside Pet Grooming by Paul and Alice

Behind the tradition that keeps Macon tickled pink

Couples commitment to pink poodles pink has become an iconic part of Cherry Blossom experience.
Caris Weinberg, Murphy Center
December 6, 2024
The equipment trunks sit on the sideline during games and carry extra equipment in case it is needed throughout the game. This one carries helmets and equipment that is necessary to fix them in case one breaks during the game.

The Team Behind the Team

How Team Managers Make a Program Successful
Kc Wetherington, Murphy Center
December 6, 2024

From Cleats to Caps with Sekou Agard

Mercer University Student Athlete Reflects on His College Days
Jackson Bramlett, Murphy Center
December 4, 2024
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