Daily
Macon
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Homeowners in Macon-Bibb County may see uneven lawns today as recent rains soften soil and encourage moles to tunnel beneath turf; experts advise flattening a short section of a runway and checking it 24 hours later (this method confirms active tunnels) to decide if further steps are needed. The Macon Melody
- ➤ After an overnight storm damaged several areas, Macon crews worked early Monday to clear roadways and remove debris (officials warn a freeze is coming) while urging residents to prepare. WPGA News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Historic Macon Foundation sponsors three Rose Hill Rambles during the Cherry Blossom Festival at Rose Hill Cemetery on March 21, March 25, and March 27. Macon natives Kathleen O’Neal and Liz Riley lead the tours that share stories of the city’s past (registration is available online). The Macon Melody
- ➤ Country singer Gavin Adcock will perform Thursday, Oct. 15 at Atrium Health Amphitheater in Macon with special guests Braxton Keith plus The Creekers; tickets go on sale Friday, March 20 at 10 a.m. 41 WMGT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monday morning storms damaged a home in Baldwin County when a tree fell through a newly occupied house and knocked down trees and power lines along Pierce Avenue in Macon, with cleanup underway (a local tree cutter estimates at least ten homes were affected). 41 WMGT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Youth and mobility-impaired hunters are set for an early turkey season on private lands this weekend — the Georgia DNR says hunters under 16 can hunt without a license when accompanied by an adult while mobility-impaired participants must follow licensing rules. The statewide season begins on Mar. 28. 13WMAZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials announced recalls affecting Toyota Highlander SUVs, a magnetic chess game, an herbal supplement and a Costco meal kit after safety concerns prompted free repairs and refunds; consumers in Macon are urged to follow recall instructions to avoid risks from seat lock failures, ingestion hazards and contamination. 41 WMGT
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Cherry Blossom Festival Ball
7-11 p.m. — Macon City Auditorium — Black-tie optional — Experience a night of elegance with dining, décor, and entertainment themed 'Cirque de Sakura'.
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Kindred Valley Live Performance
9 p.m. - 12 a.m. — Grant's Lounge — Ticket information unavailable — Experience the harmonious sounds of indie folk band Kindred Valley as they take the stage.
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Cherry Blossom Parade
3:00 – 11:59 p.m. — Cherry Blossom Festival — Free entry — Celebrate Central Georgia's spirit with vibrant floats and lively marching bands in a family-friendly parade.
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Micro Wrestling Federation
8-11 p.m. — Society Garden — Tickets from $76 — Experience the unique entertainment of the Micro Wrestling Federation in a lively venue.
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Captain Midnight Band Live at Grant's Lounge
10 p.m. — Grant's Lounge — Tickets available — Experience the unique 'Waterbed Rock & Roll' with the electrifying Captain Midnight Band.
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9th Annual MCAC Fit to Achieve 5K
8:00 – 9:30 AM — Monroe County Achievement Center — Check registration for fees — Promote a healthy lifestyle through exercise and healthy food choices.
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Huntsville Havoc vs. Macon Mayhem
3-4 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Parking $5 — Catch the exciting ice hockey action between the Huntsville Havoc and Macon Mayhem.
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Deaf Andrews Live Performance
9 PM – 12 AM — Grant's Lounge — Entry price varies — Experience the electrifying blend of indie pop rock from Charlotte's own Deaf Andrews.
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Heart of Georgia Cinderella Pageant
1:00 PM – 10:59 AM — The Douglass Theatre — e-Registration required — Celebrate beauty and talent at this exciting pageant showcasing local participants.
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Runaway Gin
9 PM – 12 AM — Grant's Lounge — Check event page for pricing — Experience the world’s preeminent Phish tribute band with over 555 shows since 2014.
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