Edward Smart

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Atrium Health Navicent offers 'Healthy Me Clinic' to combat childhood obesity

Sep 29, 2023 | 41nbc.com | Edward Smart

The hospital is pushing for families in Middle Georgia to focus on healthy habits, from balanced meals to adequate sleep and regular exercise. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent says childhood obesity needs to be top of mind as we observe Pediatric Obesity Awareness Month. The hospital is pushing for families in Middle Georgia to focus on healthy habits, from balanced meals to adequate sleep and regular exercise.
MGSU students visit Bibb County schools as district hopes to find inspiring teachers

Sep 29, 2023 | 41nbc.com | Edward Smart

"I want to become a teacher because I love kids." MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In hopes of inspiring future teachers, the Bibb County School District hosted Middle Georgia State University students on Friday. The students visited Heritage, Veterans, and Southfield Elementary to speak with teachers and observe how a classroom operates. Southfield Elementary principal, Janice Sharpe, enjoyed having the students visit the school.
Middle Georgia State University Students visit Bibb schools to gain real-world teaching insight

Sep 29, 2023 | 41nbc.com | Edward Smart

To foster a new generation of educators, the Bibb County School District welcomed students from Middle Georgia State University (MGA) on a special tour of local elementary schools on Friday. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – To foster a new generation of educators, the Bibb County School District welcomed students from Middle Georgia State University (MGA) on a special tour of local elementary schools on Friday.
Atrium Health Navicent advocates for childhood obesity awareness, promotes family health in Middle Georgia

Sep 29, 2023 | 41nbc.com | Edward Smart

As Pediatric Obesity Awareness Month continues, Atrium Health Navicent is urging Middle Georgia families to prioritize healthy lifestyles to combat childhood obesity. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As Pediatric Obesity Awareness Month continues, Atrium Health Navicent is urging Middle Georgia families to prioritize healthy lifestyles to combat childhood obesity.
Bike Walk Macon to host free biking classes in October

Sep 28, 2023 | 41nbc.com | Edward Smart

Bike Walk Macon will host a free two-part course on bicycling fundamentals next month. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon will host a free two-part course on bicycling fundamentals. The course will be held at Carolyn Crayton Park in October. Topics will include essential bike safety tips, how to communicate with fellow commuters and a review on local and state laws.
Dublin chooses their district's teacher of the year - 41NBC News

Sep 28, 2023 | 41nbc.com | Edward Smart

LAURENS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin City Schools celebrated its teacher of the year on Thursday at the Laurens-Dublin Chamber of Commerce on Thursday. Six teachers were nominated for the effort they put in to their students. Fred Williams, Dublin City Schools Superintendent, thanks the teachers for all they do. “This is just an opportunity to continue to put wind in the sails to those who give so much to help the very foundation of America,” says Williams.
Dublin City Schools selects teacher of the year

Sep 28, 2023 | 41nbc.com | Edward Smart

Dublin City Schools celebrated its teacher of the year on Thursday at the Laurens-Dublin Chamber of Commerce. LAURENS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin City Schools celebrated its teacher of the year on Thursday at the Laurens-Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Six teachers were nominated. Superintendent Fred Williams says he’s thankful for all teachers do.
Fall flea market begins this weekend in Macon

Sep 27, 2023 | 41nbc.com | Edward Smart

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Historic Macon kicks off their fall flea market and there’s something for everyone, from furniture to vinyl records. Historic Macon announced on Facebook that they’re still working to add 200 new members this year in honor of Macon’s bicentennial and are reminding locals that members get 15% off their purchases. The organization says it’s their biggest fundraiser of the year.
First Presbyterian Day School in Macon increases security systems

Sep 27, 2023 | 41nbc.com | Edward Smart

First Presbyterian Day School in Macon has ramped up its security protocols by installing the Centegix security system, a measure aimed at ensuring the safety of students and staff. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – First Presbyterian Day School in Macon has ramped up its security protocols by installing the Centegix security system, a measure aimed at ensuring the safety of students and staff.
New large shopping center proposed for north Bibb County

Sep 26, 2023 | 41nbc.com | Edward Smart

Macon-Bibb Planning and Zoning is set to consider a 400,000 square foot shopping center between Riverside Drive and Bass Road. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb Planning and Zoning is set to consider a 400,000 square foot shopping center between Riverside Drive and Bass Road. The application shows plans for the Riverside Centre include a wholesale club, retail stores and office spaces. The proposal claims the project could create up to 1,000 new jobs.