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Macon
Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire in Lizella claimed the life of 68-year-old Gary Pritchett and killed three dogs early Saturday morning—firefighters from Macon-Bibb arrived at 1:22 a.m. and doused heavy flames at the home on the 2900 block of South Lizella Road. WGXA
- ➤ Late Monday night, a vehicle drove off Tucker Road bridge and hit a power pole on I-475 in Macon, closing all lanes and prompting deputies to search for the missing driver while downed power lines left over 3,000 customers without electricity. 41 WMGT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bibb County deputies are searching for 71-year-old Allen Scott 'Buzz' Hill III who was last seen by a family member on April 2 when he was dropped off at the parking lot of Piedmont Macon (350 Hospital Drive) and did not check himself into the hospital as planned (he is about six feet tall and weighs around 200 pounds with long gray hair). WGXA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Middle Georgia Regional Library is developing contingency plans to keep its services running as federal funding from IMLS is cut amid a staffing freeze announced in a March 14 executive order. Grants for the summer reading program and services for the blind have been reduced — staff remain unsure how next year will unfold. The Macon Melody
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A survey team from the National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down Sunday afternoon in south Bibb County and moved nearly eight miles into Twiggs County with estimated peak winds of 90 mph. Damage surveys showed no injuries (further details indicate the tornado's path widened as it moved into Twiggs County). 13WMAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ GDOT announced that Macon's Second Street Bridge is closed indefinitely after an equipment truck hit it and damaged its beams—motorists are advised to use Walnut Street detours for their commute. WGXA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Piedmont Macon Medical Center opened its new Obstetrics Emergency Department to give women immediate care for prenatal and postpartum issues—staffed by a board-certified physician available 24 hours for patients 20 weeks or more in their pregnancy. The new department aims to fix the prior gap in care where a doctor might not have been seen during an emergency. WGXA
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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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