Daily
Macon
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hope, a rescued 16-year-old American Mammoth Jackstock from Crawford County, was officially certified by Guinness World Records on Dec. 22 for her 1 foot 3 inches long ears + breaking the UK record after recovering from severe emaciation; her recovery draws attention to proper donkey care. WGXA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pig on a Pie on Riverside Drive — a popular local pizza spot — is closed temporarily as it changes ownership after postponing its planned Oct. 31 closure; it will reopen later under new management. 13WMAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students across Central Georgia are back in class today after winter break. Teachers and therapists advise establishing simple routines (like consistent bedtimes and morning checklists) to help them stay focused and engaged. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Mercer University has named Lisa Murphey Lundquist as its new provost and vice president of academic affairs. The announcement was made Monday on the Macon campus + she will work with President Penny Elkins to guide academic programs, including a planned occupational therapy program. The Macon Melody
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A once lively east Macon street has become unrecognizable due to years of illegal dumping despite cleanup efforts, and local officials will continue to work to restore the area. WPGA News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Under new law House Bill 511, Georgia homeowners can open a tax-free emergency savings account (for repairs and deductibles) when a governor declares a disaster, a measure designed to ease rising repair costs and insurance deductibles for those facing storm damage. 13WMAZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new state law lets Georgia dentists conduct video consultations and prescribe medications for tooth pain since Jan. 1. It expands access for residents in 21 counties with few dentists but is meant only for initial evaluations — further care requires in person exams. 13WMAZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bibb leaders backed by the local Affordable Housing Fund are set to apply for state money to build ten affordable single-family homes near Houston Avenue in South Macon. The fund plans to submit its application at the end of January and expect a decision in April. 13WMAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mercer's basketball coach Ryan Ridder said the team lost two close SoCon games because of small errors (like turnovers and late offensive lulls) and will try to bounce back with home games against The Citadel today and Wofford Saturday. The Macon Melody
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Blair Crimmins Live Performance
9:00 – 10:30 PM — Grant's Lounge — Check local listings for entry cost — Experience a night of music in a historic venue known for launching Southern rock legends.
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Grand Opening - The Winemaking Studio
3-7 p.m. — The Winemaking Studio — Free entry — Celebrate the art of winemaking with wine, food, and fellow enthusiasts at this exciting grand opening event.
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Public Ice Skating Session
2-3:30 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Check website for pricing — Enjoy a fun public ice skating session in a community-friendly environment.
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Monaleo Live Performance
9:30 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. — Macon Arts Center, LLC — Paid entry — Experience an exciting evening of live rap music with Monaleo at the Macon Arts Center.
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Eddie 9V Live Concert
9-11 p.m. — Grant's Lounge — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy a soulful mix of swamp soul, outlaw rock and roll, R&B, and country from this Austin-based band.
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