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Civic engagement beyond the headlines: The Macon Melody hosts political debate

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March 11, 2026 · 7:54 PM

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When a seat opened on the Macon-Bibb County Board of Commissioners, The Macon Melody didn't just cover the race. They created a space for the community to gather and learn about the candidates themselves. In February, The Melody hosted a public debate for the six candidates vying to fill the vacant District 5 commission seat – a district that Executive Editor Joshua Wilson describes as "vast" in its geography, history and population mix. The idea came from Senior Reporter Laura Corley, who...