The next steps after a breast cancer diagnosis
News Staff
A breast cancer diagnosis can be jarring, and millions of women receive such news across the globe each year.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
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Multiple types of treatment options are available
Multiple types of treatment options are available
News Staff
Breast cancer is marked by the formation of malignant cells in the various tissues of the breast.Family history and other factors like age increase a person’s risk for breast cancer.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
No one should have to fight alone!
No one should have to fight alone!
News Staff
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.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Did you know?
News Staff
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.Those diagnosed as having stages 0, I and II tend...
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Piedmont Macon names Youmans a ‘Community Hero’
Piedmont Macon names Youmans a ‘Community Hero’
News Staff
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.In 2024, the Christian- based Brighter Days Ministry, which Youmans founded, became a nonprofit headquartered in Hardwick, an...
Thursday, October 9, 2025
The Baldwin County Sherrif’s Office, city and county officials , and state representatives cut the ribbon to the Real Time Crime Center that will change how crime is observed throughout Baldwin County. ALIVIA BLANTON/Staff
Baldwin County debuts Real Time Crime Center
Alivia Blanton
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.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Tri-CoGo surpasses 10K fiber subscribers
News Staff
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 2.5% per month, placing it by percentage growth among Georgia’s fastest...
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Two lives lost in house fire on Hubbard Drive
Staff Reports
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.
Monday, October 6, 2025
Resources available for government shutdown
Bailey Ballard
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.”
Monday, October 6, 2025
Council approves amendment for microbreweries and wine shops
Bailey Ballard
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.“It’s an exciting ordinance for the city and we look forward to issuing the license for these,”...
Thursday, October 2, 2025