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Monday, April 14th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Marshallville community members gathered—serving meals, baked goods, and car washes—to raise money for a family impacted by a Perry homicide, and funeral services are set for April 17 in Montezuma. 13WMAZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Marshallville fundraiser united hundreds—supporting a family affected by a homicide in Perry—by raising funds to cover funeral costs. 13WMAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Central Georgia Autism held its 4th annual Autism Rocks Music Festival—where families and individuals celebrated Autism Acceptance Month—featuring live music and food trucks. 13WMAZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, spring has brought cool-season weeds (which germinated in the fall) to Macon lawns, and UGA expert Kathy Hensley advises residents to mow with a bagging attachment to stop the weeds from spreading next year. Hensley also recommends using a pre-emergence herbicide in early to mid-September and says residents can bring weed samples to the UGA Extension office (715 Oglethorpe Street) for help. 13WMAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The annual Magnolia Soap Box Derby — held on the second Saturday of April since 2009 — saw 25 racers compete in three types of races. 13WMAZ
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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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Macon Home Expo
12-6 p.m. — Macon Marriott City Center — Free admission — Discover home improvement vendors and expert advice to turn your renovation visions into reality.
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2025 Georgia 5K Run for Breast Cancer
8-10 a.m. — The Shoppes at River Crossing — Registration fee applies — A family-friendly run/walk event supporting breast cancer awareness for all fitness levels.
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