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Inside the new Waddell-Dunn Athletic Facility. ANDREW BROWN/Staff

Inside the new Waddell-Dunn Athletic Facility. ANDREW BROWN/Staff

GMC celebrates grand opening of athletic facility

Andrew Brown
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Georgia Military Prep school celebrated the grand opening of its new Waddell-Dunn Athletic Facility Monday. The ribbon-cutting ceremony officially opened the 9,180-square-foot facility intended for all prep students and athletes.
Georgia Writers Museum currently maintains a display of once-banned books in the state, ranging from children’s books to literary masterpieces. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Georgia Writers Museum currently maintains a display of once-banned books in the state, ranging from children’s books to literary masterpieces. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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GWM features banned-book display

News Staff
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Why are books banned? It depends on whom you ask, and opinions range from those who see book banning as censorship that silences minority voices to others who believe it’s a parent’s right to limit children’s exposure in public schools.
Historic Milledgeville trolley tours give glimpse into the past

Historic Milledgeville trolley tours give glimpse into the past

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Historic Milledgeville trolley tours give glimpse into the past

Tyler Karraker
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Looking for an activity on another beautiful day in Milledgeville? Join Visit Milledgeville on a trip through time to explore the city and community.Since Milledgeville was founded in 1842, the city has offered trolley tours around the city, exploring the history and architecture.

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Georgia College to offer free tax assistance

Tyler Karraker
Thursday, February 5, 2026
As tax season is right around the corner Georgia College & State University aims to make the experience less stressful. Beginning Feb. 5, GCSU will offer tax return assistance every Tuesday through Thursday in J. Whitney Bunting College of Business & Technology’s Atkinson Hall room 110.

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CALENDAR

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Submit your events to bb@bbnews.today See more events and a regional events calendar online at bbnews.today. LOOK FOR THE CALENDAR MENU ITEM.BALDWINTUESDAYS & THURSDAYSWhat: GCSU Vita Tax Assistance Program When: 5-7 p.m.
Wax Galaxy Records has added new stock over the first year and has plans to get involved with local musicians as, well as host workshops in the store. ANDREW BROWN/Staff

Wax Galaxy Records has added new stock over the first year and has plans to get involved with local musicians as, well as host workshops in the store. ANDREW BROWN/Staff

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Wax Galaxy Records celebrates one-year anniversary

Andrew Brown
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Wax Galaxy Records, located at 124 N. Wayne St., is quickly approaching its one-year anniversary after bringing a wide variety of music, physical media, and record keeping equipment to the area.
Robbie Hattaway’s panoramic pinhole camera made out of a hatbox. BRIANNA HEARD/Staff

Robbie Hattaway’s panoramic pinhole camera made out of a hatbox. BRIANNA HEARD/Staff

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Underwood House Gallery showcases student exhibition

Brianna Heard
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Georgia College & State University held a photography exhibition Jan. 22 at its Underwood House Gallery. Students and community members were invited to view work created by Seth Cook’s intermediate and honors photography students.
Instructor Steven Graham (left) works with student Lorna Ansley (right) during a beginner ballroom dance class. PRESLEIGH PILGRIM/Staff

Instructor Steven Graham (left) works with student Lorna Ansley (right) during a beginner ballroom dance class. PRESLEIGH PILGRIM/Staff

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Tranquil Tango: A beginner’s guide to dance

Presleigh Pilgrim
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Last week, Allen’s Market became the setting for a beginner ballroom dance class hosted by Allied Arts and led by instructors Steven Graham and Rachael Smith.The class welcomed dancers of all experience levels, with many participants attending a ballroom class for the first time.
A team of readers at the Early learning Center who volunteer through Georgia College’s Communities in Schools program. COURTESY OF GCSU

A team of readers at the Early learning Center who volunteer through Georgia College’s Communities in Schools program. COURTESY OF GCSU

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Community organizations offer free ways to give back

Brianna Heard
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Baldwin County offers residents plenty of free ways to spend their time helping out in the community. Tutoring students, building homes, caring for animals and more, there are opportunities for all ages and schedules.Habitat for Humanity is always looking for volunteers.
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