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Monday, May 26th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday—one day after the 10-year anniversary of LaSmockie Fountain’s death—her family unveiled a memorial bench at the corner of Mumford Road and Case Street in Macon to honor her memory and raise awareness about domestic violence. Supporters—dressed in purple—attended the event and urged anyone affected to seek help. 13WMAZ
- ➤ LaSmockie Fountain’s family and purple-clad supporters unveiled a memorial bench in Macon to honor her—raising awareness about domestic violence. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Local hero Malik Herring hosted his third annual youth football camp—along with Dee Williams—to inspire young athletes and boost community pride. 13WMAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia officials urge boaters to wear life jackets, check safety equipment, and avoid alcohol as busy waterways attract large crowds this Memorial Day weekend. They expect boaters to follow all safety rules—proper gear is required to keep the waters safe during the holiday. 13WMAZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In Macon, The Pink Physique offers exercise classes that use gentle moves like warm-ups, squats, and balance drills to help adults over 50 build strength and avoid falls — the routines aim to keep participants active and confident at every stage of life. 13WMAZ
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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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Old Dominion Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Atrium Health Amphitheater — Tickets required — Old Dominion brings their How Good Is That World Tour with special guests ERNEST and Redferrin.
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Vince Gill Concert
7:30 PM — Atrium Health Amphitheater — Mobile-only ticketing — Enjoy an evening with 22-time Grammy winner Vince Gill showcasing his musical talents.
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