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Handful Protest Macon Smoking Ordinance

Submitted by 13WMAZ Web Staff
Monday, April 25th, 2011, 2:55pm

About a half dozen people protested Macon's proposed anti-smoking ordinance Monday outside city hall.

The group, representing several local bars and restaurants, said they're also circulating petitions against the stricter smoking rules.

Macon's city council last Tuesday approved the rules, which would ban smoking in most public buildings, including bars and restaurants.

Mayor Robert Reichert hasn't decided yet whether he'll sign the ordinance, his spokesman Clay Murphy said Monday.

One of the protesters, James Holden, said the ordinance passed by the council is unfair because it only covers the city, not the rest of Bibb County. Holden, a server at Macon's Kaos nightclub, also says local businesses didn't get enough notice to speak out against the smoking rules.

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Macon's Pan African Festival Wraps Up

Submitted by 13WMAZ Web Staff
Monday, April 25th, 2011, 12:35pm

Some Central Georgians celebrated Easter and took in some African culture at the final day of the Pan African festival.

Kids scooped up eggs at the afternoon Easter egg hunt while others enjoyed a petting zoo, moon bounce and live music.

About 35 vendors sold jewlery, food and books at the event held at Tatnall Square Park.

The festival celebrates African culture, including traditional dances and songs.

Zell Daniels says she's been to the festival before and enjoys taking in other cultures.

"It gives the young people more chances to learn about the African heritage, find out about the different arts, and you know just see what's going on," said Daniels.

The festival is sponsored by Macon's Tubman Museum.

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Easter Sunrise Service 'A Tradition'

Submitted by 13WMAZ Web Staff
Monday, April 25th, 2011, 12:25pm

Some folks woke up early to catch Coleman Hill's Easter Sunrise Service Sunday morning.

People relaxed on lawn chairs and blankets, as they listened to Rev. Tommy Martin's sermon on the resurrection.

The congregation also sang traditional church songs with the choir.  This is the 95th year of the sunrise service at Coleman Hill.

Some say the early start is part of their special Easter tradition.

"I love coming, I have been coming for ten years it's just so worship full and so peaceful and beautiful," said Jan Kunzelmann.

"It is a community tradition, not just a church tradition, we have hosted it for many many years, but it is where the community comes together and celebrates this Holy occasion," Rev. Tommy Martin, Mulberry Street United Methodist Church.

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Are you hearing the Cicadas?

Submitted by Jacqueline Harnevious, 13WMAZ Community Web Producer
Monday, April 25th, 2011, 10:59am
Are you hearing the Cicadas?

Many viewers are telling us that they're hearing the cicadas.

Have you seen any of these noise-making culprits? Some viewers are telling us they are louder this week than they were when they first emerged.

Send us your photos or video to whereyoulive@13wmaz.com.

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NAACP MACON BIBB BRANCH Weekends Blood Drive

Submitted by NAACP on Sunday, May 8th, 9:50 am
NAACP MACON BIBB BRANCH Weekends Blood Drive

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May 13th - August 27, 2011

Friday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00p.m.

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Superintendent's Community Conversation Forums Begin this Week

Submitted by Bibb County School District
Sunday, April 24th, 2011, 10:24pm

DATE CHANGE NOTICE

The Community Conversation Forum being held at Westside High School is being rescheduled due to a family obligation for Dr. Dallemand. Once it has been rescheduled, the new date will be announced via e-mail and posted on his blog, the district's website, and the district's Facebook page.   

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'Green Field Day' in Macon Offers Energy-Saving Tips

Submitted by 13WMAZ Web Staff
Saturday, April 23rd, 2011, 8:24pm

Dozens turned out at Historic Macon's Green Field Day event at Central City Park on Saturday.

Organizers spoke to the group about how to conserve energy and reduce their carbon footprint.  

People learned how to save power and kids got a chance to look at the sun through a special telescope, that showed the sun's spots.  Kids also enjoyed recyclable art activities and got a chance to pot their own plants at a potting shed.

Others at the event snagged some deals at the local farmer's market.  The Ocmulgee National Monument also gave away free trees to attendees. 

Kari Kitchens says she plans to plant some of the 'Going Green' tips inside her home.

"I think that education is power and the younger that I can teach my children to be energy efficient, is only going to affect their generation and the generations to come," said Kitchens.

 

 

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