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Monday, April 7th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police are searching for a man suspected of fatally stabbing four people at Perry mobile home park — the incident reportedly occurred one hour before discovery — as investigators review the case. 13WMAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bragg Jam will take place on Saturday, July 26 in downtown Macon with returning headliners American Aquarium and Susto while adding Muddy Mystery Shows on Friday and Sunday. General admission tickets cost $50, VIP tickets are $125 and Bragg Fam tickets are $10 — the festival will offer local music fans a range of live performances — and it is expected to boost the city’s vibrant music scene. Middle Georgia Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued flood warnings for the Flint River near Carsonville and the Ocmulgee River near Macon. The Flint warning is in effect from today afternoon until Thursday evening with water expected above flood stage—while the Ocmulgee warning runs from late tonight to Friday evening and may affect local trails and nearby fields. WGXA
- ➤ A late afternoon tornado warning in South Bibb County moved into Twiggs County Sunday and caused falling trees and power lines to block roads along Interstate 16. Twiggs County Sheriff's Office advised drivers to slow down for safety while Georgia Power worked to restore outages, and reports noted that two people were killed in Columbus from falling trees. WGXA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Seven women at Wesleyan College were shocked when they learned last week that their equestrian team would be shut down indefinitely — leaving them without regular practice or jobs — and they plan to form a club riding team while the college seeks an operator for the historic center. 13WMAZ
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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