Good morning, Macon.

On Wednesday, Macon began demolishing a former secretary of state office at 237 Coliseum Drive to clear a site for redevelopment project (a $580 million initiative) that will add retail, housing and infrastructure improvements to East Macon; city officials expect the upgrades to finish between mid next year and 2028.

She Keene’s exhibit reSISTERS opens during First Friday at the Macon Arts Alliance gallery, 486 First St., with a reception from 4-7 p.m., showcasing art honoring women’s voting rights heroes.

Gallery West (447 Third St.) will close May 31 as its operators retire while seeking a new owner.

Today, central Georgians gathered at the Museum of Arts and Sciences to watch the Artemis II launch celebration.

The event offered live updates & expert talks on the historic space mission.

Bibb County School District hosted a community outreach at Harrell’s & Son’s to discuss truancy and literacy issues, gathering feedback from parents.

The district will continue the series with an event on April 10 at Pokey’s Emperial Barbershop (Billy Williamson Drive) to further engage families.

The Department of Justice announced a $3M settlement to ease burdens for Georgia military families & improve benefits; the funds will help ease financial stress as support measures take effect.

Monroe County has launched a new emergency alert system called Hyperreach to send timely notifications during weather and emergency events.

Residents can register online, by phone & by text to receive alerts and stay informed.

The U.S. Census Bureau released its 2025 population estimates in March showing that Bibb and Jones counties added fewer than 900 new residents between 2023 and 2025, while neighboring Monroe & Houston counties grew nearly 5% and 4% respectively in Middle Georgia.

Stratford’s high school soccer team improved to 11-0 after beating Tattnall 10-0 Tuesday night with strong team play.

The Eagles outscored opponents 93-3 and showed a balanced effort from experienced seniors and young players.

Mercer baseball hit three fourth inning homers, including Eli Stephens’ grand slam, to win 14-4 against Kennesaw State Tuesday in Macon, snapping a three-game skid & boosting its record to 22-7 as coach Craig Gibson praised the timely offense.

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.

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.

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.

Jo Koy: Just Being Koy Tour

8-11 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience night full of laughter with comedian Jo Koy on his exciting tour.

Spring 2026 Job Fair

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Anderson Conference Center — Free entry — Explore diverse job and internship opportunities with local employers.

Loomis Bros. Circus

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — $10 parking — Experience a whirlwind of unforgettable family fun with the Loomis Bros. Circus returning to town.

Loomis Bros. Circus

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — $10 parking — Experience a whirlwind of unforgettable family fun at the Loomis Bros. Circus.

Blair Crimmins Live

9 PM – 12 AM — Grant's Lounge — $10 cover — Experience Atlanta's genre-blending ensemble in the historic setting of Grant's Lounge.

Sunday Night Jam Session

9 PM – 12 AM — Grant's Lounge — Ticket limited to 10 per customer — Enjoy an evening of live music at the Legendary Sunday Night Jam Session.

Do The Crawl de Mayo Pub Crawl

4:30 – 9:00 p.m. — Just Tap'd Macon — Tickets required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo a bit early with vibrant drinks, contests, and lively vibes in downtown Macon.