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Monday, May 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man was killed on I-75 near the Pio Nono Avenue on-ramp early Sunday in Macon when a 34-year-old driver did not see him—Bibb County deputies responded before 6 a.m. and pronounced him dead at 6:30 a.m. 41 WMGT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Last winter, local gardens brightened when the Lenten rose—a hardy hellebore that does not wait for spring—bloomed and helped feed early bees; UGA Extension expert Kathy Hensley said the plant grows well in shady spots, resists deer, and shows blossoms in many colors. Gardeners found it to be an easy option for adding winter charm. 13WMAZ
HOME NEWS
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LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Hope and Josh Carter of Dexter beat the odds when doctors said they could not have children; they built a family by adopting their son Hatcher and baby girl Emalyn before Hope surprised everyone by having daughter Evie in March—showing how faith and persistence can change lives. 13WMAZ
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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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Evan Barber Live Concert
9-11 p.m. — Grant's Lounge — $10 — Experience the soulful Americana and folk of Georgia's own Evan Barber.
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Caminator Live Performance
9-10:30 p.m. — Grant's Lounge — $10 — Get ready to move as Caminator brings the groove with a mix of smooth R&B and high-energy pop.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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