Good morning, Macon.

GMC will host a 5K run in Macon to honor fallen deputy Will Robinson — event details on time and location will be released soon.

Community leaders are planning a conference to address recent violence in Macon-Bibb — District 3 Commissioner Stanley Stewart said that finding a solution requires addressing nationwide issues as local challenges — and the meeting is expected to explore community-driven resolutions.

Academy Sports + Outdoors is moving from its current Eisenhower Parkway location to a new site in North Macon.

The chain plans the relocation soon & aims to offer improved services for local shoppers.

Local patrons can enjoy the 17th annual Boutique Warehouse Sale on Saturday, Jan.

31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rescue Mission Chapel (6601 Zebulon Road) as 11 boutiques offer brand-new luxury clothing at up to 90% off.

Morris Bank plans to open at the old New Perry Hotel site soon, with city officials reviewing the project and expected updates coming.

The new branch will offer fresh banking options to the local community.

All That Jazz 2026 will take place at Macon City Auditorium on Jan.

31 with Tubman African American Museum hosting its 29th annual fundraiser and featuring Kenny Lattimore and the Gavin Rushing Band—doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m.

The new I-16 westbound on-ramp at Spring Street will open overnight Tuesday as part of the $620 million I-16/I-75 improvement project in Macon.

GDOT says traffic will shift from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. (conditions permitting).

Two Bibb school board candidates are calling for oversight amid $5 million errors in the 2026 budget, insisting on clear accountability in financial management.

They want a review before the budget is finalized.

The Georgia Department of Public Health released Middle Georgia’s Restaurant Report Card with scores from Jan.

5 to Jan. 9. The grades range from unsatisfactory (69 and below) to perfect (100), covering several inspections including local establishments in Macon.

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.

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.

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.

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.