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Jessica Payne

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I am a reporter for the Macon Telegraph. It is my passion to share people's stories. @mahoningmatters

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Reporter, writer, photographer documenting life one amazing moment at a time.

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Natives share all the best spots in Houston

Natives share all the best spots in Houston

A trip to Houston promises experiences unique to the city. Often referred to as a "melting pot," the city scr…

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Prism Beauty Bar owner promotes self-love, reminds clients of beauty within

Prism Beauty Bar owner promotes self-love, reminds clients of beauty within

Hayley Cox owns what she calls the "Cheers" of salons. Much like the bar where "everybody knows your name" in…

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Founders of Hookset Brothers find mission, healing in the outdoors

Founders of Hookset Brothers find mission, healing in the outdoors

Three East Texas Army veterans are helping to heal combat veterans with the power and healing benefits of the…

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Local sports network going strong after one year in business

Local sports network going strong after one year in business

A sports network is taking East Texas by storm by offering a network that has professional broadcast quality …

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20-year Army veteran continues to serve in Tyler education

20-year Army veteran continues to serve in Tyler education

LaRhonda Hamilton made the decision her senior of high school to join the military. However, she admits it wa…

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TJC graduate and fashion entrepreneur overcomes disabilities, invited to New York Fashion Week

TJC graduate and fashion entrepreneur overcomes disabilities, invited to New York Fashion Week

A Tyler resident and Tyler Junior College graduate is making a splash in the fashion industry. Romero Brown J…

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New documentary celebrates a legendary Macon musician, his life and love of community Original

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| The Telegraph (Macon) Verified
A new documentary is celebrating one of Macon’s most beloved and talented hometown musicians. “NEWT - A Short Documentary” will follow the journey of Newton Collier from his start in music to his remaining impact on the Macon community. The documentary came about when producer and director Win Scott was working on another independent film in Macon. Scott said while on set, the crew wanted to film at the Douglass Theatre and happened to run into Collier on the street.
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Chances to shadow pros, scholarships: New car dealership owners want to help Macon youth Original

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By Jessica Payne Verified
| The Telegraph (Macon) Verified
A Macon car dealership is set to celebrate a new beginning in a big way. On Saturday, Grand Infiniti of Macon will celebrate its new ownership with a grand re-opening that will include the Bibb County School District and Macon Chamber of Commerce. The new owners took over in June and are now ready to celebrate with the community, according to Chris Williams, Grand Infiniti of Macon’s general manager. Williams said the company is working on scholarship opportunities for students.
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Century-old Macon house added to list of properties in need of restoration. It’s for sale Original

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A house built in 1910 has been added to Historic Macon’s Fading Five list, a watch list of buildings that could be imperiled by poor conditions. The Hillyer-Kernaghan House was recently added to the list that also includes the D.T. Walton Building, the Dr. E.E. Green House, First National Bank And Trust Co., and the Roxy Theater.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Jacksonville Daily Progress

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes

What does it mean to be a journalist?

I means a lot to me to be able to share people's stories or document a moment in time. It's very rewarding work.