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Micah Johnston

Micah Johnston is the Sports Editor for the Macon Melody. When he’s not fanatically watching baseball or reading sci-fi and Stephen King novels, he’s creating and listening to music. He graduated from Central High School’s IB program in 2018 after four years in the Sugarbear Band, then graduated from Mercer University’s Reg Murphy Center for Collaborative Journalism in 2022. Micah worked at the Macon Telegraph as a general assignment, sports and crime reporter before joining the Melody.

Micah's Latest Articles

FOOTBALL: Northeast defeats Dodge County to regain control of region

The second half went south on the Indians after the loss of their quarterback Kain Mincey at halftime, as the Raiders snagged four interceptions to put the key region game away.

FOOTBALL: Northeast stunned on the road in 14-13 loss to Bleckley

The mistakes stacked up for the Raiders, and penalties eventually sealed the deal as the Royals scored late to grab the final lead in a thrilling game.

FOOTBALL: Bryson Vincent’s five scores carry ACE past Wilkinson County

Vincent finished with 177 yards, including 150 in the second half to help the Gryphons overcome an injury to their starting quarterback.

FOOTBALL: Northeast dominates Fitzgerald in 46-14 semifinal win to earn Bibb County’s first championship game berth in 49 years

The Raiders controlled things for almost the entire game in front of a packed house at Thompson Stadium Friday night.

FOOTBALL: Northeast offense dominates as Raiders topple undefeated Dodge County

Nick Woodford totaled more than 200 yards of offense and four touchdowns in Northeast's big win.

FOOTBALL: Dublin defense stands tall to prevail in battle with Northeast

The two empty drives told the story of the Raiders’ 17-7 loss to Dublin Friday night at the Shamrock Bowl, as the Irish were able to hold Northeast’s offense out of the end zone all game long.

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