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Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency introduces the first temporary shelter program, HEARTS, for Hurricane Helene survivors, offering up to six months of housing in affected areas. WGXA
- ➤ A Central Georgia family, led by Vickey Parker, continues to face challenges in rebuilding their life a year after a fire destroyed their home, despite community support and efforts to maintain holiday cheer. 13WMAZ
- ➤ 510 volunteers, referred to as Angels, provided gifts to 193 families in need through The Salvation Army's Angel Tree Program in Macon, Georgia. 41 WMGT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two men are in stable condition following a shooting in east Macon, according to the sheriff's office. 13WMAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Reps. Austin Scott and Sanford Bishop are working together to pass a resolution to extend benefits under the farm bill as Congress faces divided views, with deadlines pressing and Georgia's economy at stake. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Macon-Bibb's leadership, after the inauguration of Mayor Lester Miller for a second term, plans a March 18 election for renewing the SPLOST and approved various grants to enhance local services. The Macon Newsroom
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CURE Childhood Cancer fulfills holiday wish lists for 11 pediatric cancer patients at Atrium Health Levine Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital, lightening the load for their families during the festive season. WGXA
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Public Health released food service inspection scores for Middle Georgia, with several establishments achieving perfect scores between December 9 and December 13, 2024. 41 WMGT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Northeast High School's football team competes for its first-ever state championship in Atlanta, supported by the Red Machine Marching Band. 41 WMGT
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Candlelight Concert: Holiday Special Featuring 'The Nutcracker'
Experience a magical evening of holiday music, including pieces from ‘The Nutcracker’, performed by the Listeso String Quartet under the glow of candlelight.
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Shift Now Community Feast of Joy
This community event aims to serve and uplift local families by providing hot meals, food boxes, toiletries, household products, and toys for children.
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Public Ice Skating at Macon Coliseum
Enjoy a public ice skating session featuring a designated time slot for skating enthusiasts at the Macon Coliseum.
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Public Ice Skating Session
Enjoy a public ice skating session at Macon Coliseum, offering a fun activity for community members in the area.
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Public Ice Skating Session
Public ice skating will be available for a 1-hour session at the Macon Coliseum, providing a fun recreational activity for the community.
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Macon Mayhem vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers
The Macon Mayhem hockey team will face off against the Pensacola Ice Flyers at the Macon Coliseum.
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Public Ice Skating Session at Macon Coliseum
Enjoy a fun-filled public ice skating session at the Macon Coliseum, offering a great activity for the community.
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Public Ice Skating Session at Macon Coliseum
Enjoy an afternoon of public ice skating from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Macon Coliseum.
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Public Ice Skating Session in Macon
Experience a fun public ice skating session at the Macon Coliseum, perfect for families and friends.
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Macon Mayhem vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers - New Year's Eve Game
The Macon Mayhem face off against the Pensacola Ice Flyers in a New Year's Eve hockey game at the Macon Coliseum, with doors opening at 5:00 PM.
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