Daily
Macon
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local agencies in Macon marked Safer Internet Day this week by warning residents that tech support scams aim to steal personal information by posing as companies like Apple or Microsoft, and the Better Business Bureau advised installing virus protection software and avoiding suspicious links. 41 WMGT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 13WMAZ paid tribute to Bill Elder, a legendary broadcaster who brought local news to central Georgia; the station celebrated his enduring contributions on air today. 13WMAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bibb County Extension's Kathy Hensley advises gardeners to prune rose bushes around Feb. 14 (valentine's pruning) so the plants grow well and bloom beautifully in April. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Baldwin County school officials are asking community input on a proposed merger of two elementary schools. The district will review feedback before making any changes. 13WMAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A proposed $20 million casino at Macon Mall hinges on voters legalizing gambling through a constitutional amendment pending Senate Resolution 131. Gaming and Leisure Properties holds an option to buy the former JCPenney building, so the project's future remains uncertain. 13WMAZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Medical professionals at North Central Health District warn that dropping vaccine use and high lead levels put Bibb County at risk for measles and note that deaths outnumber births. The county will expand its home visiting program for mothers amid food service fees and urges families to screen for lead. The Macon Newsroom
- ➤ Officials announced recalls affecting baby food, bath seats, supplements, hot tub jets, and tires to protect families from health risks—consumers are urged to check products at home and follow manufacturer instructions, with tire notifications starting April 1. 41 WMGT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Macon ski technician (one of only four in America) is preparing Team USA for the Winter Olympic halfpipe competition set to take place later this season. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Eleven high school players were suspended for two games after a fight broke out during the closing seconds of a basketball match on Feb. 10, and they must complete an online sportsmanship course while both teams were fined for leaving the bench. 13WMAZ
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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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Birmingham Bulls at Macon Mayhem
7-9 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — $5 parking — Cheer on the Birmingham Bulls as they face the Mayhem in an exciting hockey showdown.
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Couples Line Dance Class
6:00-6:45 p.m. — South Bibb Recreation Complex — Registration covers 2 people — Learn fun line dances together regardless of your experience level.
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Sweet Georgia Jamz Music Festival
2-7 p.m. — Brad Henderson Memorial Stadium — $10 Adults, $5 Kids — Enjoy a lively music festival featuring local and national artists along with family activities and health screenings.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to it.
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