Good morning, Macon.

Macon-Bibb County held a service today to honor a Vietnam War veteran's sacrifice, with community members gathering (to reflect his lifelong service).

Local residents can join several free or low-cost events this Memorial Day weekend, from live music and comedy shows in Macon to a river float cleanup and an art fair in Warner Robins.

Organizers urge everyone to enjoy family-friendly outings and celebrate community spirit.

Costco has submitted plans to build a new store in North Macon; some neighbors have raised concerns about the proposed development.

Local officials will review the plans before any work begins.

Muscogee leaders and local advocates are working to create a national park and preserve at Ocmulgee Mounds to honor over 17,000 years of Indigenous history.

The proposal — reintroduced in Congress — will protect ancestral land and help the community retell its true past.

Bibb County Board of Education is reviewing a $23.8M deficit for Fiscal Year 2027 by considering cuts, staffing changes, and a possible property tax increase — the board will vote on a tentative budget before June 30.

Robins Air Force Base held its annual Memorial Day ceremony yesterday to honor fallen service members and their families, with tributes led by Col. Johari Hemphill (who stressed the importance of keeping their names alive) and a wreath laid for those who died defending freedom.

Rock Springs Congregational Methodist Church has filed an application with the Macon-Bibb Planning and Zoning Commission to build a 150-foot cross off Bass Road.

The proposal includes exterior lighting, a concrete base, a new parking area, and a handicap-accessible ramp.

Rising summer heat prompts local nurse practitioner Joy King to urge residents to stay hydrated and schedule outdoor exercise during cooler hours, as older adults, children, and active workers (especially those on diuretics) risk heat exhaustion and dehydration.

Yesterday (May 21), Piedmont Macon Medical Center held its 33rd annual Stroke Stroll where stroke survivors and families walked around the hospital cafeteria and joined a support group to honor recovery while health experts stressed calling 9-1-1 at stroke signs.

Stratford girls beat St. Anne-Pacelli 3-2 in double overtime on Thursday at Spencer Hays Field—eighth-grader Maddie Biesterfeld’s looping goal secured the win, and they will face Tuesday’s FPD champion in the state championship game to complete their perfect season.

Westside sophomore Anthony Horton won the GHSA 2A State Championship in discus last week with a throw of 154 feet 6 inches, beating the runner-up by over 9 feet and finishing second in shot put at UGA's track field (the only Bibb County state champion this year).

Coheed and Cambria Concert with Cicada Rhythm

10 AM – 9 PM — Macon Coliseum — Tickets on sale March 27 — Experience a day of rock music with Coheed and Cambria and special guests.

Ben Chapman Live in Concert

9 PM - 12 AM — Grant's Lounge — Ticket details unavailable — Experience Ben Chapman's heartfelt southern roots music infused with new beginnings and personal stories.

John Hollier & The Rêverie Live

8 PM - 12 AM — Grant's Lounge — Ticket prices TBD — Experience the energetic blend of rock, soul, and alt-country from this rising star and his band in an intimate setting.

Kansas & 38 Special Concert

10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. — Atrium Health Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience iconic hits from Kansas and 38 Special live on stage.

Sundown Salsa with DJ Kiké

Evening — Hotel Forty Five — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant rooftop salsa social with DJ Kiké mixing Latin rhythms under the stars.

TobyMac Summer Tour with Zach Williams

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Atrium Health Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying hits from TobyMac and friends this summer.

Disco Drive-In

6-9 p.m. — Brad Henderson Memorial Stadium — Check event page for pricing — Experience a movie followed by a concert under the stars in Macon.

RNB + Southern Soul Rodeo

1-11:59 p.m. — Brad Henderson Memorial Stadium — Free parking — Enjoy a full day of steppin', mechanical bull rides, and delicious food trucks at this lively event.

Make Music Day Macon: Summer Breeze Jam

3-4:30 p.m. — Rosa Parks Square — Free entry — Celebrate Father’s Day with a vibrant Gospel & Soul jam at this community music event.