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Macon
Saturday, March 29th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Macon man was arrested on March 26 at Sprint Foods for punching a woman in the head and taking her cell phone after an argument with his girlfriend — he fled on foot but was tased and taken into custody and now faces charges of willful obstruction, false report and simple battery. 41 WMGT
- ➤ Bibb County authorities warned local residents about scam calls from people pretending to be deputies or bonding company workers who ask for money via Cash App to post bond or avoid arrest, and they said no arrest warrant call will ever demand immediate payment — anyone receiving such a call should write down the caller's info and report it. WGXA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, March 27th, Diamond Dogs, a Swedish band, visited Capricorn Studios to promote a new album of Little Richard covers. Macon-Bibb Commissioner Stanley Stewart joined the event and said the album pays tribute to the roots of Rock-n-Roll. WGXA
- ➤ Ed Grisamore's column described how the 2024 Cherry Blossom Festival in Macon had bright pink petals swirling like snow at 3rd Street Park — a scene that impressed VIP visitors during their tour of local landmarks. The event honored William Fickling Sr., whose gift of many cherry trees helped shape the city's festive beauty. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Melody Columnist Ed Grisamore offered a quiz in honor of the Cherry Blossom Festival—challenging locals with multiple-choice questions about local art, history, and past festival events. The quiz tested knowledge of topics such as Macon native Steve Penley’s art and notable festival moments—inviting community readers to recall their shared heritage. The Macon Melody
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Farah & Farah is relaunching its Empowering Greatness Scholarship program for Georgia high school seniors from Title 1 schools. The program will award five scholarships that include a new laptop valued at over $1,000 and requires an essay, with applications open until April 30th and winners announced in May. WGXA
- ➤ At a Board Retreat on Friday, Dr. Dan Sims shared his vision for Bibb County School District's next three years by expanding dual enrollment options so students can take classes from any college in the United States while promising a supportive model that helps them grow. 41 WMGT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. John Williams at Piedmont Macon has completed 1,000 robotic gallbladder surgeries using a robotic program that has changed many lives. He credits advanced technology and a close team—working like a tight family—with helping patients recover with few complications. 41 WMGT
- ➤ Alli Kerr—owner and exercise physiologist at The Pink Physique in Macon with 30 years of health and fitness experience—says that regular movement can help ease stress. She also co-hosts the international podcast Girls Talk Healthy Aging that reaches listeners in over 35 countries. The Macon Melody
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bibb County master gardeners advised Macon residents to delay cleaning garden beds so bees can safely emerge and to water and space new cherry blossom trees properly if planted in spring. They stressed that fall is the best time to plant these trees to allow roots to establish (advice from UGA-trained experts). The Macon Melody
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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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Corb Lund Live Concert
8:00-9:30 PM — Capitol Theatre Macon — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of live country music with Corb Lund.
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Meet Me at the Mall Expo
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Atrium Health Amphitheater — Free entry — Celebrate and connect with local families at an engaging educational expo complete with performances and giveaways.
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Hughes Taylor Live Performance
8 PM - 12 AM — Society Garden — Tickets available — Experience the soulful blues of Macon's own Hughes Taylor.
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Loomis Bros Circus
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Adult tickets start at $33 — Experience a whirlwind of unforgettable family fun at the Loomis Bros. Circus.
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Macon’s Annual Career and Resource Expo 2025
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Central Georgia Technical College, Building H — Free entry — Discover job opportunities and resources to enhance your career prospects.
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97th Georgia State FFA Convention
8 AM – 5 PM — Macon Coliseum — Free entry — Celebrate agricultural education with exhibits and activities at the annual state convention.
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Fired Works Ceramics Festival
10 a.m. — Carolyn Crayton Park — Free entry — Explore a vibrant exhibition of pottery with live demonstrations and artwork from local artisans.
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