Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of July.
Good morning, Warner Robins.
🏘️ Community
Georgia Trust for Local News acquired The Macon Telegraph and The Columbus Ledger-Enquirer on July 15.
The nonprofit deal will boost journalism in Middle, West and South Georgia — community support will empower local management.
💼 Business
Blue Bell Creameries introduces Chocolate Lava Cake ice cream along with the return of Red, White & Blue Bell for National Ice Cream Month.
The flavors are available in half-gallon and pint sizes at local retailers, with National Ice Cream Day on July 19 adding extra cheer.
🎓 Education
Georgia Military College will close its Warner Robins campus after the spring term (per a recent press release), prompting the city to reclaim the property used for its native plant center.
Teachers will continue dual-enrollment classes at local partner schools while the center plans to relocate and reopen this fall.
🏥 Health
The Houston County Health Department hosted its first Wellness on Wheels event (free health screenings) on Wednesday in Warner Robins, offering blood pressure, hearing, mental health, and cancer checks to promote early detection.
It may hold more events if community response is positive.
🎉 Warner Robins Events
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Rope Adventures with ODR
8 A.M. – 5 P.M. — Outdoor Recreation — Check for pricing — Step outside your comfort zone and enjoy a thrilling day of rope adventures.
American Theory Concert
7-11 p.m. — Reverb Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience the live sound of American Theory at this local venue.
Punk Nites: Pop Punk Emo Night
7:30-11 p.m. — Reverb Room — All ages welcome — Experience a night filled with high-energy pop-punk bands and non-stop DJ sets spinning your favorite throwback anthems.
🏠 Warner Robins Real Estate
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