Daily
Macon
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce and The Macon Melody are hosting an interactive networking session titled Mastering the Art of Connection on Friday from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the chamber's Poplar Street office — the free event features a panel discussion moderated by Joshua Wilson. The Macon Melody
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After a fire, a Macon business reinvented itself and reopened with new services and a fresh look. The company now offers improved safety measures (including updated fire protocols) to better serve the community. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Buc-ee's broke ground on a new 74,000 sqft travel center off I-75 in Monroe County that will open next year + be larger than the Warner Robins center. 13WMAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Valley State University Choir will perform at Bethel CME Church on April 11 at 6 p.m. in Macon with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and tickets costing $20. All proceeds will support a new youth bus for church transportation and benefit the choir. 41 WMGT
- ➤ This week, Jim Webb has compiled live music events scheduled from April 6 to April 12 in Middle Georgia featuring Music Therapy, Open Jam, and the Bragg Jam Concert Crawl reveal party in Macon — shows also take place in Warner Robins, Perry and other local towns. Middle Georgia Times
- ➤ On April 9, The Melody will host a Facebook Live event for Local News Day to connect locals with trusted newsroom insights. Executive Editor Joshua Wilson, known for his 'Local news is my jam' slogan, welcomes community members to ask questions and join the discussion. The Macon Melody
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Buc-ee’s and Monroe County leaders broke ground on the 74,000 sqft travel center at 1080 Rumble Road in Forsyth on Tuesday morning. The center will open in March and is expected to add over 250 high-paying jobs to boost local spending along I-75. WGXA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Public Health released a Restaurant Report Card detailing food service inspection scores from March 30 to April 3 in Middle Georgia, including several local eateries in Macon. The report uses a color-coded system (red for unsatisfactory, green for perfect) to indicate performance. 41 WMGT
- ➤ Piedmont Macon is sharing care and support ahead of Black Maternal Health Week with free community classes and a home visiting program from the Department of Public Health. Director Kari Willingham stressed that Black mothers should speak up about potential biases and access issues in postpartum care. 41 WMGT
- ➤ Piedmont Macon Medical Center and Piedmont Macon North Hospital now fly the Donate Life flag to honor organ donors and urge residents to register during Donate Life Month. The display serves as a symbol of hope & a reminder of the lives saved through organ donation. 41 WMGT
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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.
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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.
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Spring 2026 Job Fair
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Anderson Conference Center — Free entry — Explore diverse job and internship opportunities with local employers.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Alabama Concert
7-9 p.m. — Atrium Health Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the legendary country band Alabama with special guest Jamey Johnson in a night of live music.
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