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Here's the 'Good News' in Central Georgia: December 29 - January 4

Here's how Central Georgians rang in the new year.

1. Warner Robins woman loses 400 lbs in two years after near-death experience

Amanda Johnson began gaining weight at the age of three. In 2016, she was 35 and 715 pounds. Now at 38-years-old, she's down to about 300 pounds for the first time since middle school.

2. 65-year-old Macon man qualifies for Boston Marathon

Terry Patterson says he's completed more than 10,000 miles running races and has ran marathons in all 50 states.

3. 'Sharing food with your friends': New mid-century modern small plates restaurant opens in downtown Macon

Lazy Susan's Tapas Bar is a new small plates restaurant with an old school vibe, and it's built to encourage people to spend quality time together.

4. Dublin City Schools partners with lettuce farm to feed students

The district partnered with R&G Farms to use locally-grown, hydroponic lettuce in their cafeterias.

5. Bonaire man relies on faith to build large cement heart in his front yard

One man in Bonaire cleared his property to put up a symbol that you can't help but notice. He says he was called to do it by a higher power.

6. Central Georgia water-skiers take to the lake to begin the new year

Many of us want to get the year started on the right foot, but what about the right ski? On the first day of the new year, one group of Central Georgians honored their yearly tradition of water skiing.

7. Macon furniture store gives materials from blighted homes new life

Georgia Artisan is helping Macon's battle against blight by turning materials from abandoned homes into furniture.

8. Fitzgerald works on building world's largest chicken topiary to attract tourists

The mayor of Fitzgerald is using SPLOST funds to build a tourist attraction that will double as a bed and breakfast.

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