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Sunday, March 16th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Before severe weather hits, 13WMAZ offers a guide to help residents in Central Georgia check power outages using interactive maps from Georgia Power, Flint Energies, Central Georgia EMC and Tri County EMC — the tool shows which areas are without power and provides updates on service restoration. 13WMAZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews from the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department responded to a fire at Jim Shaw’s restaurant on Vineville Avenue Saturday night—staff and customers evacuated and damage appeared confined to a storage area. WGXA
- ➤ On Saturday morning, a fatal car crash on I-75 South in Byron took the lives of two women—one of whom was 17—and sent a man to the hospital, the coroner said. 13WMAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Macon's Cherry Street will host a Food Truck Frenzy and Cherry Market on March 29th and March 30th from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. DJ Laura Starling will entertain the crowd as local vendors sell unique gifts and food trucks serve meals — this event is part of the Cherry Blossom Festival — and it is expected to bring many visitors. Middle Georgia Times
- ➤ Starting March 21st, Third Street Park will host Cherry Blossom Festival events with free music, Coca-Cola drinks and Cherry Blossom pink sweets offered weekdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.—sponsored by Atrium Health Navicent. The free, family-friendly events will continue until March 30th. Middle Georgia Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ EMA Directors from Central Georgia offered clear steps to stay safe during severe weather and thunderstorms—residents are urged to prepare emergency kits and monitor weather updates closely. 13WMAZ
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Rick Springfield Concert
Legendary musician Rick Springfield will perform live at the Macon City Auditorium, with tickets starting at $39.75.
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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.
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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.
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Cherry Blossom Parade Celebration
The Cherry Blossom Parade showcases Central Georgia's community spirit with colorful floats, marching bands, and family-friendly festivities.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Elevate Your Medicare Business Workshop
6-8 p.m. | Fall Line Brewing Co. | Free | Transform your Medicare business with expert insights and networking opportunities.
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Healing Service in Macon, Georgia
6:30-9 p.m. — 109 Springfield Blvd — Free entry — Experience the power of the Holy Spirit and seek healing from physical, emotional, or spiritual ailments.
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