State News
Kemp among state leaders to sue Biden over vaccine mandate
By Max Kilham | November 29Kemp's lawsuit foreshadows further resistance to the mandate.
State & Local News
Local News
The search for a new Bibb County School Superintendent continues
By Max Kilham | November 11“When schools improve, the community improves," Morton said. “That's a long way of saying you need leadership that will not only maintain those relationships with stakeholders in the community but continue to grow them.”
Local News
Mayor Lester Miller says new, increased sales tax will allow for lower property taxes
By Henry Keating | November 3The new legislation has changed the sales tax in the county from 7% to 8% on all taxable purchases.
Local News
Macon Burger Week adds two new awards to its lineup on top of a whole new menu
By Mandi DeLong | November 3While the burgers-of-the-week participating in the Macon Burger Week have been only seven dollars in the past, the price-per-burger has been raised to a total of ten dollars each this year.
Local News
Former Macon mayor speaks out against Brookdale Resource Center funding in Macon-Bibb County Commission meeting
By Samantha Homcy | October 25“We feel like it's the right thing to do.” Miller said. “It's something that we needed in our community for a while.”
Local News
Friends of the Library brings back bi-annual book sale after COVID-19 hiatus
By Ivy Marie Clarke | October 21“It’s a great way for the community to show our support for both Middle Georgia Regional Libraries and Macon’s Friends of the Library, and all the resources we work hard to provide in Macon-Bibb County and throughout Middle Georgia.”
Local News
As the COVID-19 vaccine nears approval for children, decision looms for Bibb County parents
By Dean Yusuf | October 20The Bibb County School District believes that the research implemented in making decisions on vaccinations have the best interests of the population in mind.
State News
Top military generals claim Biden ignored Afghan troop advice
By Max Kilham | October 17General Milley described the withdrawal as a “logistical success but a strategic failure," according to The Guardian.
Campus News
Mercer Affirmations brings Z Beans colorful coffee for charity
By Mary Helene Hall | October 13Mercer is a host to a handful of meme accounts, but the owner of Mercer Affirmations has made it clear that she wants hers to be a meme account of the people.
Local News
Bike Walk Macon helps Macon residents reimagine their streets
By Henry Keating | October 5Open Streets is not your average block party.
Local News
Bibb County schools return to in person classes after pushed online by COVID-19
By Henry Keating | September 20Almost immediately, the migration online for all students was necessitated by a spike in COVID-19 cases nearing 400 students.
Local News
Mercer religion professors to speak at Storytellers Macon
By Ivy Marie Clarke | September 14This month’s theme is “Finding My Religion.”
Local News
Macon-Bibb County cracks down on security for alcohol vendors
By Henry Keating | September 12Macon-Bibb County is introducing strong requirements for businesses selling alcohol.
Macon
Macon mayor calls for community efforts to end violence
By Henry Keating | August 24The Macon Violence Prevention Program has sent a call-to-action for local Macon nonprofits and community efforts: send us an idea to reduce violent crime, and we will fund it. “Macon-Bibb county is experiencing an unacceptable spike in crimes like murder, aggravated assault, especcialy during these ...
Macon
Must-eats in Macon
By Ivy Marie Clarke | August 21A long day of moving and unpacking is sure to work up an appetite. Check out the following restaurants for a bite to recharge before the new school year starts. Chico & Chang A staple of any good Mercer Bear’s diet, Chico & Chang is a Korean-Mexican fusion restaurant serving up superb dishes ...
State News
A guide to voter registration
By Henry Keating | August 20Many hail registering to vote as one of the most important steps in an adult’s life, and it is one of the few things that being 18-years-old still opens to the young American. Registering to vote allows Americans to take a step towards becoming a civically responsible citizen. Many over the years ...
State News
Kemp says no to state shut-down, encourages vaccines
By Henry Keating | August 19Brian Kemp, the governor of Georgia, is taking some action to protect the state against COVID-19, but he is still refusing to shut down the state. Kemp says his stance against closing the state is due to the fact he does not want to stop Georgians from being able to provide for their families. However, ...
Campus News
Masks now required on campus for unvaccinated individuals
By Samantha Homcy | August 18Mercer has updated its campus vaccination and mask policy according to an Aug. 12 announcement. The university now requires unvaccinated students, employees and guests to wear masks in indoor public spaces. The university does not require masks for individuals in outdoor settings. While the statement ...
State News
All Georgians now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine, Mercer Macon distribution remains unclear
By Mary Helene Hall | March 26All residents of Georgia age 16 and over are eligible starting today to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, according to an announcement from Georgia Governor Brian Kemp.The announcement took place on Tuesday in Atlanta at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.The order comes after President Joe Biden ensured all Americans ...
Campus News
SGA Presidential debate features student questions, in-depth discussion
By Micah Johnston | March 26Mercer’s Student Government Association held its 2021 Presidential Debate in the Connell Student Center Wednesday night at 7 p.m. The event featured discussions between presidential candidates Rylan Allen and Ashton Bearden and vice presidential candidates Natalie Yeager and Caleb Mills. Bearden, ...
