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Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Warner Robins. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local gyms are offering discounted fitness classes to help federal workers deal with stress during the one-week government shutdown. Homegrown Yoga gives free classes to federal employees and $5 classes to non-members—FitCo Health Club waives start-up fees and offers a $5 day pass while Orange Theory provides a two-week unlimited pass for $50. 13WMAZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tap and Pour won the People’s Choice Award during Warner Robins Burger Week by receiving 954 votes for its signature burger. The 10-day event ran from September 19—28 and brought visitors from 18 states, boosting local restaurant traffic. 41NBC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Georgia National Fair in Perry, Disc-Connected K9s dazzle the crowd with high-flying frisbee tricks and teamwork as world finalist dogs leap, spin, and catch discs — showing a strong bond with their handlers. The performances continue daily through October 12. 41NBC
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A leak at the intersection of Sonja and Tyree Drive has lowered water pressure and cracked the road as residents say aging 1960s pipes are to blame and fear sinkholes and health risks; city officials flagged a small hydrant leak—leaving repairs unscheduled. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Warner Robins held a demolition event Tuesday at Commercial Circle as part of Operation Reawaken to clear 17,823 square feet for future shops, offices and homes downtown. Mayor Larhonda Patrick said a developer will be chosen by next year and plans will be shared soon—residents have already asked for features like outdoor dining and safe green spaces. 41NBC
- ➤ A federal government shutdown has furloughed more than 3,800 civilian workers at Robins Air Force Base and may cause over 5,000 active-duty service members to miss their next paycheck if it continues—Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park in Macon is closed, which risks park revenue and local cultural programs. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Larry Word Jr., a candidate for Centerville City Council Post 3, is running a family-focused campaign that promotes homeownership, tax relief for seniors, consumer protection, and attracts light manufacturing to support local growth; he plans to meet voters at Center Park during the final campaign weeks before election day (Nov. 4). The Houston Home Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During Breast Awareness Month, Piedmont Macon oncology manager Kimberly Lewis urges early detection and offers free navigation services to help patients and their families from diagnosis to care. Piedmont Macon Medical Center had a mammogram appointment on October 4 and will offer more on October 18, November 1, November 15, December 6, and December 20 with one on October 25 at Piedmont Macon North—community events include a healthy eating talk on October 23 from 10–11 a.m. and a survivor celebration on October 30 at 11 a.m. 41NBC
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Public Health released food service inspection scores for Middle Georgia restaurants from September 29 to October 3. The report shows scores ranging from unsatisfactory to perfect—local spots in Warner Robins such as Shells Seafood and The Pond scored 88 and 100 respectively. 41NBC
- ➤ 81-year-old Joanne Seay beat breast cancer three times and credited her annual mammograms for early detection—after her cancer was found again last December, she had a double mastectomy in February and is now focused on healing. 13WMAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Veterans High School junior Bradley Lenz has committed to play baseball at Mercer University—keeping him in Middle Georgia where he is known for his 91 mph fastball. The 6-foot-3 pitcher will join the Bears program in the Southern Conference under Coach Craig Gibson. 41NBC
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