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Mammograms remain the most effective method for diagnosing breast cancer and catching the disease in its earliest, most treatable stages.While various health organizations recommend different screening intervals, the American Cancer Society advises annual mammograms for women ages 40 to 54.

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Thanks to early detection and improved therapies, many cases of breast cancer are successfully treated.However, the Susan G.Komen organization reports breast cancer survival rates vary depending on the stage of the disease at the time of diagnosis.

Piedmont Macon names Youmans a ‘Community Hero’

Piedmont Macon executives presented Milledgeville local Jeff Youmans with a Community Hero Award for his efforts to bring hope to the less fortunate across Middle Georgia.

Baldwin County debuts Real Time Crime Center

The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 2 for the Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) and the re-grand opening of the 911 Call Center.Applause filled the building as attendees toured the facility.

Tri-CoGo surpasses 10K fiber subscribers

Tri-CoGo announced Sept. 25, it has surpassed 10,000 subscribers, demonstrating what it called “the company’s rapid momentum” since its formation in 2021.The internet service provider has grown at a sustained pace of 1.5% to 2.

Two lives lost in house fire on Hubbard Drive

Two people lost their lives Friday morning in a house fire on Hubbard Drive in Baldwin County. Baldwin County Fire & Rescue Deputy Chief of Operations Bradley Towe identified the victims as 77-year-old Margaret Moss and 61-year-old Brian Moss, both of whom lived at the home at 108 Hubbard Drive.

Resources available for government shutdown

The U.S. government officially shut down Oct. 1 due to a lapse of funding. According to the Congressional Research Service, when Federal government agencies and programs lack budget authority after the expiration of either full-year or interim appropriations, they experience a “funding gap.

Council approves amendment for microbreweries and wine shops

The Milledgeville City Council met Sept. 23 to approve the new articles entitled “Microbreweries and Brewpubs” and “Wine Shops in Central Business District” discussed at the first meeting of the month.

More than a 100,000 Georgians could be affected by shutdown

The federal government shut down as of 12:01 a.m., and it could affect the income of about 111,000 Georgia employees.Many will not get paid, causing an economic loss that could reverberate through communities.

BCSD identifies immunization and vaping as health initiatives

Baldwin County School District Deputy Dr. Rodney Tyson recently joined the Baldwin County Health Department Advisory Council and has identified two areas of improvement for the school system: vaping and immunization.