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Job Opening in Jeffersonville
Call the Department of Labor Career Center at (478) 751-6164 and give them the job number of the position that interests you. You can see more jobs available in Central Georgia on 13WMAZ's Job Market...
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Jobless Claims Rise in May
Twiggs County's jobless rate hit 10.4 percent in May, compared to the state's unemployment rate of 8.5 percent. According to a release from the Georgia Department of Labor, Macon's unemployment rate...
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New Digital GED Test Ends 70 Years as Printed Exam
Students preparing for the GED will have to put away their pencils and paper because the test is going digital. But those aren't the only key changes. That's not the only change. By January of next...
View ArticleWanted by Macon Regional Crimestoppers
Macon Regional Crimestoppers says these people are wanted on warrants in Middle Georgia. If you have any information, call Crimestoppers at 478-742-2330 or 1-877-68CRIME. 1. Jaray Cosanto Williams: B/M...
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New Health Care Law Requires Most Insurers to Tackle Obesity
By Nancy Hellmich, USA TODAY There's new hope for heavy people desperate to lose weight. Many insurers are stepping up their coverage of obesity. Some insurance companies have helped obese patients...
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PHOTO OF THE DAY: Soggy Ducks
Even the ducks are sick of the rain!Doraine says they're much happier today!Share your "sick of the rain" photos with us by emailing whereyoulive@13wmaz.com
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'Mama June' Book Signing This Weekend
June Shannon, better known as Mama June, will be signing books at Walmart on Zebulon Road in Macon Saturday, July 13.That's at 1 p.m.
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Krispy Kreme Celebrates 76 Years Saturday
(WXIA) -- In honor of its 76th birthday, Krispy Kreme is offering a second dozen glazed donuts for 76¢ to customers who purchase a dozen at regular price.The offer is good on Saturday, July 13 at all...
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Ga. City Spars With National Gun Control Group
ATLANTA (AP) - A tiny Georgia city and a national gun control group are facing off in a legal battle over a law requiring gun ownership. The Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence in May filed a federal...
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Ga. Sales Tax Holiday Set for Aug. 9-10
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia's sales tax holiday is set for Aug. 9-10. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported Friday that at least 17 states have tax-free periods planned this year, mostly for spending on...
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Ga. Plans Early Turkey Hunting Season for 2 Groups
GAINESVILLE, Ga. (AP) - Georgia is planning to open its turkey hunting season early for certain groups, and residents can provide input on the changes at upcoming public hearings. A new state law that...
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State Officials Set to Discuss Childhood Obesity
ATLANTA (AP) - The Georgia Children's Advocacy Network is hosting a panel discussion aimed at reducing childhood obesity. Organizers say the panel discussion July 25 is scheduled to feature...
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Program Aims to Streamline School Meal Assistance
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia will become one of 10 states to participate in a federal program aimed at improving the way students get free or reduced-price lunches at school. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution...
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Ga. Officials Promote Child Care Rating Program
ATLANTA (AP) - Officials are encouraging early child care and education programs to sign up for the state's system that rates their facilities and help parents make informed decisions. Gov. Nathan Deal...
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Tuesday's Organizing Tip: Batteries
Tuesday 's Organizing Tip: Gather all of your batteries into one place. I use a small plastic tub in my laundry room. And please don’t keep batteries in your junk drawer. They could touch the metal of...
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Ga. Plans Managed Care for Children on Medicaid
ATLANTA (AP) - Health officials say they're looking to hire a for-profit company to oversee the care of some of the state's most vulnerable children. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported...
View ArticleCommunity Forum On Twiggs Virtual School Program To Be Held.
A community forum on the Twiggs County Public Schools Virtual Program will be held July 27 at 10 am at the Dry Branch Fire Station. That's according to a news release sent out by the school district...
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More Rain Means More Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes seem to be enjoying this warmer weather almost as much as we are. With the recent rain, there are pools of stagnant water that make great homes for those pesky bugs. This summer, the...
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Detour in Twiggs County to Allow for Road Work
A road will be closed next week while crews work to repair the railroad crossing in Twiggs County.The detour around the US 80/SR 19 will be in effect Monday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. each...
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American Cancer Society Asking Central Georgians Help
For the third time in four years, the American Cancer Society is asking central georgians for their help. It's called the Cancer Prevention Study-3. It's research that will help scientists better...
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