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Here's the 'Good News' happening across Central Georgia Jan. 10-16

A look back on the week that was!

MACON, Ga. — 1. Veterans Elementary students surprise teacher with parade before his Army deployment

Love was in the air at Veterans Elementary School as they surprised their teacher, who is deploying with the US Army. Sergeant Samuel Mike started as a paraprofessional in 2019 at Veterans.

2. Central Georgia animal shelters encourage participation in 'Betty White Challenge'

You've seen the Golden Girl on your TV screen. Betty White was known for her humor and talent. Aside from being an actress, Betty White was also an animal rights activist. To honor her, shelters around the world are encouraging people to participate in the "Betty White challenge," even here in Central Georgia. 

3. 'Just a nice way to get people together': Tabletop gaming community growing in Central Georgia

Many of us played board games when we were young, but there is a whole community of people who love them into adulthood. There is, in fact, a growing community of people in Central Georgia who adore tabletop games and play them often.

4. Macon's 'Wonder Twinzz' hope to inspire confidence, self-love in children with new book

There are many ways to reach out to young children. Sisters Latricia Gittens and Falicia Kim, also known as "The Wonder Twinzz," decided to do it with a book. The book is called "Mirrors" and is meant to inspire young girls, and even boys. 

5. Enjoy a frozen drink while you play tabletop games at this new Milledgeville cafe

What if you could go out and meet your friends for a frozen drink while playing a game like Settlers of Catan or Risk? Well, that's the idea behind the latest spot in downtown Milledgeville. Dungeons & Daiquiris is a place where you can hang out, play board games or video games, and have a nice daiquiri.

6. Twiggs County starts new youth basketball program

Twiggs County Recreation launched its new youth basketball program Saturday with a player evaluation and team draft. Twiggs Recreation Director Bryant Williams says he took the lead on the program not just for the love of basketball.

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