Good morning, Macon.

Three firefighters were injured when a Macon-Bibb fire engine overturned near College and Magnolia Streets Wednesday night at 5 p.m.—deputies say the crash is under investigation and College Street remains blocked.

Rick Devens—a Macon native and communications director at Middle Georgia State University—will return on CBS’s Survivor 50th season in Spring 2026 after finishing fourth on season 38 in Fiji and receiving a $100,000 prize from pop star Sia.

Middle Georgia State University congratulated him on social media as Survivor host Jeff Probst announced his return along with 23 other returning players.

The 2025 Cherry Blossom Festival generated a $6.5 million boost to Macon's economy with 41,287 visitors (many from over 50 miles away) during its run (March 21–30).

The Promise Scholarship received 732 applications from Bibb County Schools students—about 3.5% of the district—and offers $6,500 to families who choose private school or homeschooling as an alternative to public education.

Applicants learned of their eligibility after the first round closed on April 15, the program will reopen in June, and funds will start in July.

Stratford Eagles lost 2-1 to St. Anne-Pacelli in the GIAA 4A State Championship game at Hays Field in Macon on Wednesday night—ending their bid for consecutive state titles—and the Vikings claimed the win with a late second-half goal.

FPD coach Greg Moore said his team is united as the Vikings prepare for a championship rematch against Brookstone today at Synovus Park in Columbus at 7 p.m.—Brookstone beat the Vikings in last year's title game.

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.

Evan Barber Live Concert

9-11 p.m. — Grant's Lounge — $10 — Experience the soulful Americana and folk of Georgia's own Evan Barber.

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.

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.

DireWoof Tribute to the Grateful Dead

9-10:30 p.m. — Grant's Lounge — $10 at the door — Experience a night of music honoring the Grateful Dead, featuring special guests Andy Johnson and Matt McMillan.

On-Site Tour at John-Wesley Villas

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — John-Wesley Villas — Free entry — Discover the benefits of senior living at a family-owned community dedicated to exceptional care and lifestyle.

Parker McCollum Live

7-9 p.m. — Atrium Health Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Country star Parker McCollum performs live with special guests Corey Smith and Vincent Mason.