Topic: Macon (Georgia)

FDIC closes four banks. Annual total: 84 so far.

FDIC seizes banks in Georgia, Florida, and Colorado. At this point last year, the FDIC had shuttered 139 banks.

The Chitlin’ Circuit and the Road to Rock ‘n’ Roll, by Preston Lauterbach.

A groundbreaking history of the black juke joints that birthed rock 'n' roll.

Boeing layoffs hit California – again

Boeing layoffs, caused by a drop in orders, reach 1,100, mostly in California.

New research: If you love your town, prosperity follows

When people are passionate about the place they live, the local economy blossoms, according to a Gallup survey of 26 US cities.

Afghanistan war: US tries to undercut Taliban at tribal level

US and Afghan officials try to persuade some of the 350 tribal leaders in Afghanistan to cooperate against the Taliban. It's not an easy task.

Arrow Trucking: Drivers band together to help those dumped by Arrow

After seeing their colleagues stranded by Arrow Trucking, truck drivers and companies reach out to help.

What schools learned about safety since Columbine

A supportive culture on campus is key, but some schools rely too heavily on security technology.

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