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Wellness

'It does get pretty hot': A proposed rule from the White House wants to protect workers from heat-related illnesses

Politics

'A rising tide lifts all boats': New state law aims to help marriage and family therapists moving to Georgia

Senate Bill 373 was signed into law and took effect July 1.
Health

'We are going to be a phenomenal hospital again': Washington County hospital gets $15 million for renovations

The Washington County Regional Medical Center will have a new emergency room early next year.
Health

COVID-19 community testing sites closing soon in Georgia

The last day to be tested at a drive-through community test site will be June 30, but testing kiosks remain throughout the state.
Wellness

'I didn't see it as a life saving skill at the time': Swim instructors explain the importance of swim lessons for kids

The CDC reports a dramatic increase in the drowning death rate. The report says kids under four are the most at risk.
Wellness

'There just wasn't an opportunity for them': Monroe County hits a home run with all-abilities baseball league

Monroe Champions had their inaugural season last fall. In April, the county got the 2024 County Excellence Award for the creation and support of the league.
Health

'It was heartbreaking': Woman shares journey of infertility and IVF after cancer

According to the World Health Organization, one in six people are impacted by infertility.
Wellness

'You can avoid them really just by staying on the trail': Experts share tips for nature lovers ahead of tick season

The small predators are looking to bite animals in wooded areas. A state park employee says they can be hard to see and feel.
Local News

Fort Valley unveils newly expanded health clinic for community

With four new exam rooms, nursing stations, and more, CareConnect Convenient Care expects to see around 1,300 patients a month getting the healthcare they need.
Junior Journalists

'Benefit of relaxing while art making': New space in Ingleside Village welcomes all who want to relax and create

Owner Casie Trace and her sisters wanted to have a space where people of all skill levels could come together and have fun creating in their own way.
Community

Neighbors recount 'horrible sight' as late night fire claims life of Memphis firefighter, injures three other firefighters

“They got together in the middle of the street and they prayed. I know it was hard. It was hard on them,” said Tynetta Simmons-Sutton, a Memphis resident.
Health

'God has allowed me to turn that pain into purpose' | Ahmaud Arbery's mother hopes to help other young Black men and boys with their mental health

Wanda Cooper-Jones said her son struggled with his mental health before being murdered in 2020. She wants to help others through the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation.

'Save the best for last' | Former President Donald Trump to rally Macon voters Sunday

'It’s like something out of a movie' | Warner Robins residents react to standoff at apartment complex

Weather Impact Alert issued for all of Central Georgia for Thursday, gusty wind and rain looking likely

County-By-County: Check to see how your area will be impacted by Hurricane Helene

Central Georgia's Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports, and more | Macon, Georgia | 13WMAZ.com

'It does get pretty hot': A proposed rule from the White House wants to protect workers from heat-related illnesses

'A rising tide lifts all boats': New state law aims to help marriage and family therapists moving to Georgia

'We are going to be a phenomenal hospital again': Washington County hospital gets $15 million for renovations

COVID-19 community testing sites closing soon in Georgia

'I didn't see it as a life saving skill at the time': Swim instructors explain the importance of swim lessons for kids

'There just wasn't an opportunity for them': Monroe County hits a home run with all-abilities baseball league

'It was heartbreaking': Woman shares journey of infertility and IVF after cancer

'You can avoid them really just by staying on the trail': Experts share tips for nature lovers ahead of tick season

Fort Valley unveils newly expanded health clinic for community

'Benefit of relaxing while art making': New space in Ingleside Village welcomes all who want to relax and create

Neighbors recount 'horrible sight' as late night fire claims life of Memphis firefighter, injures three other firefighters

'God has allowed me to turn that pain into purpose' | Ahmaud Arbery's mother hopes to help other young Black men and boys with their mental health

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