Good morning, Macon.

Local families have a fun weekend planned with a food truck festival at Carolyn Crayton Park on Saturday, a strawberry festival at Dickey Farms also on Saturday, a circus at the coliseum today, and a dog parade at Barks N Brews on Sunday.

Loaves and Fishes Ministry is hosting its 'Take A Bite Out of Hunger' pickleball fundraiser (cost: $20 per player) in April at various venues across Middle Georgia to help families facing homelessness.

The ministry plans to expand its programs by boosting refrigeration to double fresh food delivery.

After a year-long postponement, the Sixth Annual Little Richard Festival returns Saturday at Jefferson Long Park with live music, food, and family activities for all ages.

Melody Lundstrom, a former UGA majorette, is hosting a two-day summer baton twirling clinic for local youth with skill sessions, creative routines, and a concluding showcase for families + community participants.

All are welcome and no experience is needed.

At its recent annual meeting, the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority reported that every public dollar is spurring $75 in private investment and highlighted the groundbreaking for a Bob’s Discount Furniture distribution center on Cavalier Drive, boosting the county’s industrial growth.

Atrium Health Navicent runs a 637-bed hospital at 777 Hemlock St after a long change from city ownership to a nonprofit model following a 1994 board restructure that set up a 40-year lease with Central Georgia Health Systems — the shift has allowed millions to be reinvested in local health services.

Bailey DeWitt, a 10-year-old soccer player from Crawford County, has won pitchside tickets to an upcoming World Cup match after a surprise video call with U.S. Women’s National Team player Gisele Thompson.

She will attend the Spain versus Cape Verde game in Atlanta in June.

Stratford Eagle basketball player Landon Gates signed with Fort Valley State University Wildcats today — continuing a family legacy as his father also played there.

Monster Jam will thrill fans at Macon Coliseum on May 1 and 2 with motorsports featuring races, stunts, and the debut of Sparkle Smash (a 6-ton unicorn truck).

Shows are at 7:00 PM on May 1 and at 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM on May 2.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Georgia 5K Run for Breast Cancer

8-10 a.m. — The Shoppes at River Crossing — Registration fees apply — A family-friendly 5K run/walk supporting breast cancer awareness and research.

George Thorogood & The Destroyers with The Marshall Tucker Band

7-10 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Ticket details available soon — Get ready to rock with a legendary double bill of classic rock icons.

Georgia Mining Safety Alliance Conference 2026

May 13-14 — Idle Hour Golf & Country Club — Registration required — Enhance safety culture with expert-led workshops designed to reduce workplace accidents and inspire a dedicated safety community.