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Macon
Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Jones County, local rider Danielle Etheridge raised $6,500 for her friend Leslie Rawlins battling breast cancer by visiting 54 businesses and recruiting 63 riders for a motorcycle fundraiser — the Gray Asphalt Angels will hold a fall event for Dustin Bowden, another local cancer patient. 13WMAZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dutch Bros Coffee is set to open its first Macon location at 5781 Zebulon Road this summer — construction is underway and customers can expect friendly service and specialty drinks like nitrogen-infused cold brew. 41 WMGT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Macon’s arts scene is buzzing this summer — the McEachern Art Center opens its Georgia Artist Exhibition on June 5, and Kali Dance Studio performs A Tribute to the King of Pop on June 6 at Piedmont Grand Opera House. Other events include musical shows, film screenings and more. The Macon Melody
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Middle Georgia Regional Library System has launched its summer reading program, letting students log hours and earn a free ticket to a Macon Bacon game if they reach 12.5 hours. Families can track progress at any branch + join in summer programming. 41 WMGT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A $200,000 grant will extend the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail to link neighborhoods and parks, boosting outdoor recreation in Macon. Officials say the project will connect local communities in the coming months. 13WMAZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Neel's Lofts opened in downtown Macon when a ribbon-cutting ceremony occurred on May 28 at 462 Cherry Street. The former Joseph N. Neel's building now offers 95 luxury lofts, a coworking space, two retail shops and a restaurant (a historic site beloved for 107 years). WGXA
- ➤ Neel’s Lofts opens in downtown Macon, taking over the historic space that once housed Joseph N. Neel’s Department Store — a familiar landmark for decades. WPGA News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ First Presbyterian Day School beat Stratford in its best-of-three Class 4A championship series Game 1 in Statesboro after a weather delay — leaving the Vikings one win away from a state title since 2010. Game 2 is scheduled for today at 7 p.m. 41 WMGT
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TOAST - The Best of Bread Tribute Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Piedmont Grand Opera House — Ticketed event — Experience the nostalgic sounds of Bread with spot-on performances sure to delight fans.
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2 Chainz Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Macon Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of 2 Chainz in an exciting atmosphere.
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Sam Morrow Concert
Evening performance — Grant's Lounge — Tickets available — Experience a night of southern rock as Sam Morrow showcases his new album 'Southern Boogie'.
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