Wednesday, March 5th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Macon offers a week full of diverse activities from March 3rd to 9th, including live entertainment, culinary challenges, community initiatives, and family-friendly events to celebrate the arrival of spring. Middle Georgia Times
- ➤ The 'Streets for All Fest' hosted by Bike Walk Macon aims to promote safer, more walkable streets through a weekend of biking and walking events. WGXA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three individuals have been arrested by the Bibb County Sheriff's Office for their involvement in a gunfire exchange at a Macon Lowe's parking lot in January. 41 WMGT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pleasant Hill community strongly opposes the potential closure of LH Williams Elementary, a vital school in a historic neighborhood, during a district meeting seeking feedback. The Macon Melody
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fire officials in Central Georgia are advising residents to avoid outdoor burning due to high wildfire risks exacerbated by dry conditions and high winds. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Middle Georgia residents are advised to prepare for a severe storm system with potential tornadoes and damaging winds exceeding 60 mph, expected from Tuesday night into early Wednesday morning. WGXA
-
LadyCouch Live at Grant's Lounge
LadyCouch will perform live at Grant's Lounge in Macon, offering an evening of music entertainment.
-
Open House: Inviting Home at 4450 Jones Road
An open house showcasing a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Macon, featuring spacious living areas and a large backyard.
-
Rick Springfield Concert
Legendary musician Rick Springfield will perform live at the Macon City Auditorium, with tickets starting at $39.75.
-
Cherry Blossom Festival in Macon, GA
The Cherry Blossom Festival transforms Macon into a vibrant celebration of Yoshino cherry trees, featuring a variety of events including a gospel music fest and a grand ball.
-
Macon Rampage vs Cherokee County Bruins
Experience an exciting sports match between the Macon Rampage and the Cherokee County Bruins at Brad Henderson Memorial Stadium.
-
Cherry Blossom Parade Celebration
The Cherry Blossom Parade showcases Central Georgia's community spirit with colorful floats, marching bands, and family-friendly festivities.
-
Jubilee Series Concert Featuring Anton Nel on Piano
Acclaimed pianist Anton Nel, a winner of the Naumburg International Piano Competition, showcases his talent in a celebrated performance at the Townsend School of Music.
-
Guinness World Records Attempt: Largest Kazoo Ensemble
An official attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the largest kazoo ensemble is set to take place at the Family Health Center.
-
Mulberry Street Arts and Crafts Festival
The Mulberry Street Arts and Crafts Festival is a family-friendly event featuring hundreds of vendors and thousands of visitors in Downtown Macon, set against scenic cherry blossom blooms.
-
Macon Mercer Symphony Orchestra Presents Scheherazade
The Macon Mercer Symphony Orchestra, featuring guest conductor Yaniv Segal, will perform Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade and showcase the Mercer University Concerto Competition winner at The Grand Opera House.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only real test of intelligence is if you get what you want out of life.
~ Naval Ravikant
About Daily Macon
Welcome to the Daily Macon, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Macon, Georgia community. If you like the Daily Macon, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Macon.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Macon and across Georgia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Macon
A free Macon community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailymacon.com/sitemap