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New boosters are in production to combat Covid’s recent resurgence.

Here’s how to get a booster shot in Georgia — and who should get one

Ellen Eldridge, Georgia Public Broadcasting
October 26, 2021

Regular flu season looms as wildcard as Georgia hospitals strain to treat COVID patients

Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder
September 21, 2021

Political Rewind: COVID Spike Brings Vaccine Incentives, Imperatives; A Tale Of Two Herschel Walkers

Bill Nigut, Emilia Brock, and Sam Bermas-Dawes
August 31, 2021
Macon-Bibb County workers who show proof of COVID-19 vaccination by Sept. 30 can receive $250 for part-time employees and $500 for full-timers.

Macon-Bibb workers to get COVID-19 vaccination incentives totaling up to $800K

Commissioners approved $500 for full-time employees, $250 for part-timers with funds from American Rescue Plan
Liz Fabian, Civic Journalism Senior Fellow
August 4, 2021
The Mercer University Bookstore is selling masks at a discounted rate in Mercer Village.

Middle Georgia Universities Update COVID-19 Rules for Fall Semester

Keith Holmes Jr, Couric Fellow Intern
July 29, 2021
As Georgia Mass Vaccination Sites Close, Grassroots Efforts Try To Fill In The Gaps

As Georgia Mass Vaccination Sites Close, Grassroots Efforts Try To Fill In The Gaps

Grant Blankenship, Georgia Public Broadcasting
April 28, 2021
Mercer University offered the Pfizer vaccine to students, faculty, staff, and the community on March 29.

COVID-19 Vaccines in Macon-Bibb County

Mandi Delong
April 1, 2021
With public attention focused on COVID-19 vaccinations, too few people are being tested for the deadly coronavirus, Macon-Bibb County health administrator said.

Macon-Bibb’s COVID-19 testing too low, health administrator says

New health facility "impractical" for vaccinations
Liz Fabian, Civic Reporting Senior Fellow
March 16, 2021
Four mass vaccination sites are open in Georgia areas targeting high-risk populations.

Four Mass Vaccination Sites Set To Open In High-Risk Communities

Grant Blankenship, Georgia Public Radio
February 20, 2021
People receiving shots during a recent drive-thru vaccine event in Cochran.

How To Start Talking With The ‘Vaccine Hesitant’

Grant Blankenship, Georgia Public Broadcasting
February 5, 2021
Dr. Jimmie Smith began his new job as the administrator of the Macon-Bibb County Health Department on Jan. 4.

Macon’s new public health administrator comes home to bring equitable care

Liz Fabian, Civic Reporting Senior Fellow
January 28, 2021
Bibb County Sheriff David Davis hopes a new Outreach Center will help curb violent crime after a record number of homicides in 2020.

21 things to look for in 2021 – Part 3

Liz Fabian, Civic Reporting Senior Fellow
January 3, 2021
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