Local photos
Photos of the week, Nov. 13-19, 2009
Here are some of the best images captured by Telegraph photojournalists from Nov. 13-19, 2009.
Operation Foxfire
Law enforcement officers from several jurisdictions helped the Macon police run road blocks, cite drivers and impound cars Thursday morning as part of Operation Foxfire.
Educator for a Day
Business folks learn what its like to be a local teacher or school principal.
Houston County School forum
Houston County school leaders answered questions about school redistricting during a forum at Warner Robins High School Thursday night, Nov. 19, 2009.
Operation Seasons Greetings
Kids in Houston County schools are sending cards and letters to troops in the Middle East and Europe for Operation Seasons Greetings.
Children die in Macon house fire
Two children were killed in a fire Monday morning and a third was seriously injured.
Fire burns warehouse of Ken's Stereo Junction
Macon-Bibb County firefighters survey the damage to the Ken's Stereo Junction warehouse Monday morning on Mercer University Drive.
Author Kathryn Stockett
Bestselling author Kathryn Stockett spoke to a packed Douglass Theatre audience in Macon on Sunday afternoon about her novel “The Help.”
UGA defeats Auburn
Georgia defeated Auburn 31-24 for its fourth straight win in the Deep South's oldest rivalry on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009.
Georgia Tech runs over Duke
Georgia Tech clinched a spot in the ACC championship game by defeating Duke 49-10 on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009.
The Big House landscape renovation
The historic former home of the Allman Brothers Band got a landscaping overhaul Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009.
Centerville Elementary School presents "Doo-Wop Wed Widing Hood''
Centerville Elementary School's musical production of "Little Red Riding Hood'' was billed as a 50s rock and roll twist on the old fairy tale.
High school football, Nov. 13, 2009
Images from high school football games around the midstate on Nov. 13, 2009.
Photos of the week, Nov. 6-12, 2009
Here are some of the best images captured by Telegraph photojournalists from Nov. 6-12, 2009.
Townhall meeting with Cong. Jim Marshall
Cong. Jim Marshall addressed concerns--mostly regarding health care reform--during a town hall meeting in the Macon city council chambers Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009.
Couple sentenced in Ponzi scheme
A Macon couple accused of swindling more than $2 million from investors in a Ponzi scheme were sentenced today in federal court.
Perry woman wins national contest
Ruth Usher, of Perry, was surprised with the news that she won $14,000 worth of prizes from the Aaron's Inc. National Lucky Dog Day Sweepstakes. The prize includes furniture, appliances and electronics. "I am blessed; I'll bless someone else," Usher said.
Middle Georgians honor Veterans Day
Midstate ceremonies were held in honor of Veterans Day.
Students try to break world record
Georgia College & State University students attempted to break the world record for the largest Rock, Paper, Scissors tournament Wednesday on the Georgia College campus.
Business to Business Expo
Images from the Business to Business Expo at the Edgar H. Wilson Convention Centre on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009.
Amerson Water Works Park archaeological dig
The Ocmulgee Archaeological Association is combing the wide open area in Amerson Water Works Park for hints of Native American history.
Cherry Blossom Festival Queen and Princess pageant
The 2010 Cherry Blossom Queen and her court was selected at Wesleyan College Saturday night, Nov. 7,2009.
Georgia Tech sneaks past Wake Forest in overtime
Georgia Tech defeated Wake Forest 30-27 in overtime on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009.
FVSU takes on Albany State
Fort Valley State defeats Albany State 35-13 Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009.
Wesleyan's Tree Hug and Measure
Randomly chosen plots around the Wesleyan College campus were surveyed by volunteers in order to get an idea of just how many and what kind of trees are on the campus at the Tree Hug and Measure event Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009.
The Bulldogs take a bite out the Golden Eagles
Images from Georgia's 38-0 win over Tennessee Tech Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009.
High school football, Nov. 6-7, 2009
Images from high school football games around the midstate on Nov. 6-7, 2009.
Museum of Aviation 25th Anniversary Dinner
Images from the 25th Anniversary Dinner of the Museum of Aviation in the Century of Flight Hanger at RAFB Friday night, Nov. 6. 2007.
Photos of the week, Oct. 30-Nov. 5, 2009
Here are some of the best images captured by Telegraph photojournalists from Oct. 30-Nov. 5, 2009.
Fire destroys Lakeside Reservoir building
Macon-Bibb County firefighters extinguished a fire that destroyed a building on Lakeside Reservoir on Friday morning.
Items in the WR City Auction
Some of the items that will be auctioned at the Warner Robins City Auction on Saturday.
Southwest High School students soar in flight simulator
Southwest High School students practiced on a flight simulator this week at the school to see if they may have any interest in taking a new flight operations course at Hutchings Career Center in January. The school system is trying to broaden its career technical education programs to more marketable jobs in the area, such as jobs at Robins Air Force Base.
"The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" at Theatre Macon
Images from rehearsal of Theatre Macon's Youth Actors Company's production of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee."
Gun found at Howard High
A gun was found in a locker at Howard High School on Thursday morning.
"Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol" at WRLT
Warner Robins Little Theatre gets in holiday spirit with "Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol."
Competitive inline skating gains popularity in midstate
This isn't your mom's roller skating. It's competitive inline skating, and the sport is gaining popularity in Middle Georgia. Mach Racing, an inline skate group, has about 25 members who participate in races throughout the United States. The group is the only one in the Middle Georgia area.
Bibb commission hears courthouse suggestions
A Cooper Carry representative presented findings about possible Bibb County courthouse sites to the Bibb County Commission on Tuesday morning.
New Central High School dedication
Special dedication ceremonies for the new Central High School were held Sunday afternoon, Nov. 1, 2009.
Georgia vs. Florida game 2009
Georgia plays Florida in Jacksonville, Fla., on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009.
Fort Valley State University celebrates homecoming
Fort Valley State University celebrated its homecoming game on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009.
Georgia Tech takes on Vanderbilt
Georgia Tech played Vanderbilt on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009.
Trick-or-treaters spend Halloween on Ridge Avenue
Ridge Avenue saw many trick-or-treaters on Halloween.
Zombies in downtown Macon
Here are zombies from the Michael Jackson Thriller Dance at Third and Cherry Streets Friday night, Oct. 30, 2009.
Photos of the week, Oct. 23-29, 2009
Here are some of the best images captured by Telegraph photojournalists from Oct. 23-29, 2009.
Macon Dog Park celebrates 5 years
The Macon Dog Park will celebrate its fifth anniversary with festivities at the park on Saturday.
High school football, Oct. 29-30, 2009
Images from high school football games around the midstate on Oct. 29-30, 2009.
Middle Georgia Regional HobNob
The HobNob brought state and local candidates to the public in Warner Robins Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009.
Mabel White Fall Festival
Images from Mabel White Memorial Baptist Church's Fall Festival Wednesday night, Oct. 28, 2009.
Schools participate in Band Night 2009
Five Houston County high schools and eight middle and high school bands performed at the annual event held at the McConnell-Talbert Stadium in Warner Robins.
Dancers practice for Macon 'Thriller' event
Dancers practice their routine at the Library Ballroom on Mulburry Street in Macon on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009. Instructor Pilar Wilder of Hayiya Dance Theatre directs the dancers. The Thriller Parade will feature more than 80 participants who will dance the 14-minute Michael Jackson "Thriller" video as they dress and move as Zombies on Cherry Street on Friday. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome to join the final practice at 7 p.m. prior to the parade.
Houston meeting addresses school zones
Houston County School Superintendent David Carpenter answered questions during a public meeting to discuss new school zones for the 2010-11 school year Tuesday night at Houston County High School.
Rose Hill Ramble
Phil Comer brings the stories of those quietly resting in Rose Hill Cemetery alive during the Rose Hill Ramble Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009.
Central Georgia Greek Festival
Images from 2nd Annual Central Georgia Greek Festival at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009.
Komen Central Georgia Race for the Cure
Images from the 10th Annual Komen Central Georgia Race for the Cure at Central City Park Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009
Virginia falls to Georgia Tech
Images from Georgia Tech's 34-9 win over Virgina at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009.
Your Halloween and fall festival photos
Send us your Halloween and fall festival photos! We'll be publishing the best in The Telegraph and running all of them in a gallery on our Web site. Visit Macon.com to upload your photos.
High school football, Oct. 23, 2009
Images from high school football games around the midstate on Oct. 23, 2009.
GISA soccer semifinals
Images from the Stratford versus Westminster GISA semifinal Thursday night, Oct. 22, 2009.
Junior League of Macon Market Place
Images from the Junior League of Macon Market Place event in the Macon City Auditorium Friday, Oct. 23, 2009.
Photos of the week, Oct. 16-22, 2009
Here are some of the best images captured by Telegraph photojournalists from Oct. 16-22, 2009.
Job seekers turn out for career fair at Goodwill
Job seekers turned out Thursday for a career fair at Goodwill Industries.
Corn maze fun in Fort Valley
The corn maze at Lane Southern Orchards in Fort Valley is one of the many fall events happening this month in Middle Georgia.
Lizella home destroyed in fire
What remains of a home at 5070 Newberry Road in Lizella after a propane leak lead to a fire Tuesday.
Perry candidates forum
Candidates for Perry offices took part in a forum Monday night, Oct. 19, 2009.
Mossy Creek Barnyard Festival
Images from the Mossy Creek Barnyard Festival in Perry Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009.
Georgia Tech edges out Virginia Tech
Georgia Tech topples Virginia Tech 28-23 Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009.
Celebrity Grand Slam fundraiser
The Leadership Macon Class of 2009 hosted the Celebrity Grand Slam fundraiser at the Central Georgia Chapter of the American Red Cross Saturday, Oct. 17,2009.
Georgia routs Vanderbilt
The Bulldogs trounce the Commodores 34-10 in Nashville Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009.
Students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Elementary school students in Peach County present their annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration with skits, songs, costumes on Friday.
High school football, Oct. 16-17, 2009
Images from high school football games around the midstate on Oct. 16-17, 2009.
Photos of the week, Oct. 9-15, 2009
Here are some of the best images captured by Telegraph photojournalists from Oct. 9-15, 2009.
Statue stolen from Alex II garden
A statue honoring a second-grader at Alexander II who died in a wreck three years ago was stolen from the school sometime this week. The statue, valued at about $1,400, honors Tori Heard, who died on Oct. 28, 2006. The next year, her family and the school dedicated the statue in her honor in the nature garden at the downtown Macon school. The statue was discovered missing Wednesday morning. It was located in the nature center surrounded by a black wire fence that is usually locked, the news release says.
New Warner Robins Animal Control facility
The Warner Robins Animal Control opened its new facility Wednesday.
Jerry Chalker celebrates 50 years at Robins
Jerry Chalker celebrates 50 years of working at Robins Air Force Base.
Demolition of Macon Homes complex begins
The city of Macon and Bibb County received an allocation of $4.1 million in federal funding for neighborhood stabilization, one of several federal stimulus programs. The abandoned units at the old Macon Homes site will be torn down and single-family houses will be built on the 12-acre lot.
Dick Vitale visits Macon
Dick Vitale addressed Mercer University Monday, Oct. 12, 2009.
news.mcclatchy.com headlines
- Senate faces crucial vote on health care
- U.S. losing its lead in space, experts warn Congress
- Pork buyers go bankrupt leaving farmers with excess of pigs
- Letters from noted environmentalist, Muir, posted on Internet
- More charges in alleged Mohler family abuse
