Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
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🏘️ Community
A Macon mother’s Facebook call led local car club members to drive past her home on Parkwood Avenue, delighting 6 year old John Lewis and his brothers with rides and small cash gifts.
Bibb County coordinated the event by presenting plaques on April 12—declaring it Classic Car, Truck and Bike Day—to encourage positive hobbies in the community.
🚨 Crime
A Forsyth Methodist Church daycare had its license revoked on April 7 after staff were accused of abusing toddlers by giving them unapproved Benadryl and using aggressive discipline, and the church's pastor appealed—triggering a judicial review process that will be heard by a Georgia administrative law judge—while details of the hearing remain unclear.
🎭 Culture
Capricorn Studios, built by Otis Redding’s manager in 1972, still holds the original Studio A and a museum that preserves Macon music history—the space now hosts local and big-name artists.
The studio will start new audio engineering and music business courses with Mercer next year to further support the city’s musical heritage.
🎓 Education
Six Westside High School students signed college letters of intent on Wednesday afternoon—four for football and basketball and two making history in volleyball and flag football—and the ceremony highlighted milestones with Titiana Johnson becoming the first to earn a collegiate volleyball scholarship and Ji’Kayla Marshall the first to sign for flag football in Bibb County.
🏛️ Government
AmeriCorps volunteers were sent home early on Tuesday due to program changes that cut short their disaster work—leaving many without guidance for housing, jobs, or school plans.
Local alumni and supporters have started a petition that gathered over 3,000 signatures and urged Congress to restore the program.
On Wednesday at noon, the 2nd Street bridge over Riverside Drive reopened after a truck crash damaged its beams, and GDOT is planning repairs with detour routes in place—motorists are advised to reduce their speed in work zones.
🎉 Macon Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Ali Siddiq Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Atrium Health Amphitheater — Tickets from $41 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Ali Siddiq in Macon, GA.
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