Good morning, Macon.

Flint Energies said at its July board meeting that CEO Jeremy Nelms will remain until January 27, 2027 and then start as president and CEO at Sawnee EMC — he has led the cooperative since October 2020.

The Wiggles will perform their Tree of Wisdom Spectacular at the Macon City Auditorium on Saturday, Aug.

15 at 6:00 p.m. The eight-member group, including Lucia Field as a Blue Wiggle, invites families to bring drawings to be displayed on stage.

Lorra Lynch Jones, former WMAZ-TV news director, will become president and CEO of the Museum of Aviation Foundation on August 17 in Warner Robins.

She replaces Dan Rhoades, who retired in July, and plans to expand the museum's educational, community, and tourism programs.

Jim Webb released a report listing live music events from Aug.

10 to 16 in Middle Georgia, with shows across Macon, Warner Robins, and other local towns. Today in Macon, enjoy Acoustic Campfire Jams at Vice Bar (8-11 p.m.) as part of a vibrant local music scene.

Macon-Bibb Industrial Authority and local partners held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday, Aug.

10 at the Innovation and Technology Academy (2122 Eisenhower Parkway) to launch the Advanced Manufacturing Pathway program, where high school students learn skills in automated manufacturing and robotics.

On Monday, the Bibb County school board reviewed proposals that could close Sonny Carter Elementary and possibly Hartley Elementary or discontinue VIP Academy in response to low enrollment and rising costs.

Board members did not vote and will seek more community input before any changes are made.

Macon cannabis regulators visited Fine Fettle’s facility Monday to inspect how the company grows and processes products after the July 1 law change.

The company reported a 10,000-patient increase and will open a new dispensary this fall.

The American Red Cross of Georgia shares back-to-school safety tips with students and drivers in Macon today, advising young children to memorize their phone numbers and addresses while reminding motorists to slow down near school buses.

Health officials advise Macon residents to check recalled jalapeño products and green powder items sold at local retailers due to salmonella risks; Louisville Ladder attic stairways are also recalled after bolt breakage caused injury (repair kits are available on the manufacturer’s website).

The FPD Vikings are preparing for their season opener against St. Anne Pacelli after a tough summer of training.

The team will face their opponents on Friday, Aug. 14 at their home field in Macon.