Good morning, Macon.

Suzy McCullough retired Monday after 46 years and eight months as the longest-tenured employee at Riverside Library, marking the end of a cherished career in the Middle Georgia Regional Library System.

Tuesday's commission meeting honored her with a proclamation naming it Suzy McCullough Day (an acknowledgment of her impact on generations of local readers).

The 2nd Street bridge in Macon is closed indefinitely after a crash damaged its beams—Georgia DOT engineers are planning repairs and detours are in place to guide drivers.

During a Thursday board meeting, Macon Water Authority members argued over ending live social media coverage, a confusing purchasing card policy, and needed repairs at Amerson Water Treatment Plant—issues included broken filters and a sludge-filled settling tank that put the plant permit at risk. The board said it will use bond savings for quick repairs while critics call for clear rules and honest communication.

The state Senate passed two bills on Friday that change how speed cameras work in school zones.

HB 651 keeps the cameras legal but limits enforcement to school days and requires warning signs with flashing yellow lights — and HB 225 phases out the cameras with new contracts banned after July 1, 2027 and full repeal on July 1, 2028 — while both bills must be reapproved by the House before midnight.

Dick Frame, a Macon sports icon battling ALS for over a decade, remains a strong figure in local sports after years of coaching and volunteering—his 85th birthday will be celebrated on April 26.

Mercer baseball will face VMI in a three-game series in Lexington, Virginia, with games scheduled Friday (6 p.m.), Saturday (2 p.m.), and Sunday (1 p.m.).

Coach Craig Gibson said his team, led by senior shortstop Bradley Frye and outfielder Ty Dalley, is set to play its best baseball for the stretch run.

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.

Hughes Taylor Live Performance

8 PM - 12 AM — Society Garden — Tickets available — Experience the soulful blues of Macon's own Hughes Taylor.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Just Tap'd Craft Beer Festival 2025

1-5 p.m. — Just Tap'd Macon — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of craft beers, live music, and fun activities for all ages.

Mothers Finest Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Society Garden — VIP Reserved seating available — Experience the high-energy funk-rock sounds of Mothers Finest, a true musical powerhouse.

Cherry Blossom Derby Party

6-9 p.m. — Wesleyan College — Ticketed event — Experience the Pinkest Party with Bowties, Big Hats, and Bidding in a Derby-style celebration.