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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Genesis Joy House has launched a transitional housing solution for homeless female veterans in Central Georgia that will help them build credit—allowing them to save for permanent homes. 13WMAZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Tuesday morning at 2:48 a.m. on Hawkinsville Road near South Avondale Circle, a 60-year-old Macon motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene—Bibb deputies are investigating the crash and asking witnesses to come forward. 41 WMGT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Public Health released food service inspection scores for Middle Georgia restaurants (including several in Macon) from April 28 to May 2, showing that establishments scoring below 70 are unsatisfactory, those scoring 70 to 99 are satisfactory, and a perfect 100 is marked as such (using red, black, and green color codes). 41 WMGT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Macon’s public transit helps riders without personal vehicles by running 11 fixed routes Monday through Saturday from 5:30 a.m.—and it also offers real-time tracking, discounted fare options and Paratransit support for those with special needs. The Macon Newsroom
- ➤ Bibb County Sheriff’s Office resumed school zone camera citations for Macon during school arrival and dismissal times—drivers speeding 11 mph over the limit will be ticketed. Two local schools have opted out so no citations will be issued in those zones. 41 WMGT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ACE beat East Laurens 4-0 in a playoff game at Perkins Field, with Bayleigh Loosier scoring twice as the team moved to the Final Four—where they will host a semifinal against Model on Thursday. The Macon Melody
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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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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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Embracing Possibility Exhibit Opening Celebration
4-6 p.m. — Tubman Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of the 'Embracing Possibility' exhibit focused on redefining goals and purpose.
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Soul Jam
3-9 p.m. — Brad Henderson Memorial Stadium — $60 Special Blitz Dates — Experience Middle Georgia's biggest Southern Soul event with top artists.
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The HORDE Festival Revival
7:30-11:59 p.m. — Society Garden — Tickets available — Experience the energy of legendary 1990s HORDE Festivals with music from iconic jam bands.
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