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Macon
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Macon’s new arena project has Barton Malow + Sheridan Construction selected as construction managers to replace the old Coliseum with a modern facility for sports, concerts, and community events. Construction will begin in summer and finish in 2028 as the city boosts its entertainment scene. Middle Georgia Times
- ➤ This weekend, several warming shelters open across Central Georgia to help residents stay safe amid frigid weather. In Macon, Brookdale’s Hello House welcomes people daily from 4 to 6 p.m. while on Broadway the Salvation Army serves meals; Warner Robins shelters run Jan. 30 to Feb. 3 (transport help is available). 13WMAZ
- ➤ Everett Verner of the Macon-Bibb County Land Bank Authority celebrated two completed affordable homes on Jan. 26 in Tindall Fields along Plant Street. The county and the land bank transformed a long-vacant building at Rogers Avenue and Clayton Street into a greenspace—featuring young saplings—with future plans that include community input. The Macon Melody
- ➤ The Human & Sex Trafficking Forum was held yesterday at 6:00 p.m. at Beulah Baptist Church to teach residents to spot trafficking signs and learn about local resources. Local advocates offered practical tools for community response while light refreshments were served. 41 WMGT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cam Cirami’s first brick-and-mortar plant store, Cam’s Plants, will open today at 11 a.m. at 2320 Ingleside Ave after his online live-selling success helped him transition from a hobby to a full-time business (with over 1,200 plants sold). WGXA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bibb Superintendent Dan Sims held his State of the District address at Central High School, warning that growing threats could compromise public education and urging community action to protect student programs. He announced a recurring social media series to update district progress in about a month. 13WMAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ GDOT crews treated Middle Georgia roads with brine early Friday and will switch to snow plows today as a winter storm is expected to worsen; drivers are urged to avoid travel for safety. 41 WMGT
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Volunteer Fair
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Middle Georgia State University - Macon Campus — Free entry — Explore volunteer opportunities and connect with local organizations at this two-day fair.
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Northway Women's Conference 2026
6-9 p.m. — 5915 Zebulon Rd — $50 — Engage in worship, teaching, and community at this empowering women’s event themed around John 15.
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Little Mr. and Miss Cherry Blossom Pageant 2026
10 a.m. — The Douglass Theatre — Kids under 10 free — Celebrate local youth and witness the crowning of young ambassadors for the Cherry Blossom Festival.
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Ashes Concert with Stone Spiral
9-11 p.m. — Grant's Lounge — Cost info unavailable — Experience the melodic tunes of Ashes with Stone Spiral live in Macon.
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Heirs Property & Estate Planning Workshop
10 AM – 12:30 PM — Buck Melton Community Center — Free entry — Discover options to protect family property and plan for the future.
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