Daily
Macon
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce will host the next Mingle with Singles event Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Rose Room downtown for $20; residents can join icebreaker BINGO and enjoy drinks in a relaxed setting that promotes in-person connections over dating apps. The Macon Melody
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ An Oregon-based coffee chain is set to open on Zebulon Road in North Macon this summer, a press release said. The new shop will serve coffee, smoothies, tea, and specialty drinks — it is the chain’s second location in Central Georgia. 13WMAZ
- ➤ BrightFarms in Macon uses indoor hydroponics on an 8-acre greenhouse to grow lettuce year-round, supplying more than 5,600 stores and employing over 100+ workers. 13WMAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Macon leaders honor Otis Redding’s legacy as his music and message of love inspire art education through the Otis Redding Center for the Arts (a center for young talent in Middle Georgia). The Redding family continues to share his story to keep his influence alive. 41 WMGT
- ➤ The Old City Cemetery, founded in 1824 and bordered by Cherry, Sixth, Poplar, and Seventh streets, endures amid urban growth in Macon. Its two-acre plot (half the original) is maintained by Parks and Beautification and now includes a native garden by the Fringed Campion Society. The Macon Melody
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ This week, business leaders in Atlanta met to discuss how the rapid growth of data centers is shifting Georgia's economy — lowering utility bills and spurring new investments from large manufacturers and energy users. Georgia Power stressed that the market is open for business. 41 WMGT
- ➤ Middle Georgia Regional Airport in South Macon is investing $50M in improvements (including a new executive terminal slated for completion early 2027 and an ongoing runway expansion) and will launch Contour Airlines flights to Fort Lauderdale on June 9 with tickets as low as $99. The Macon Melody
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Power customers will see relief after state regulators approved lower fuel and storm recovery charges, saving typical users about $50 per year. The rate adjustment is set to benefit local residents on their next bill. 13WMAZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Central Georgia mother Patrice Trammell has launched a nonprofit to honor her late son J'Kaylen by promoting youth mental health in the community. The program will provide resources and support to help families cope and encourage wellness. 13WMAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Macon Bacon began their ninth season today at Luther Williams Field with a sold-out crowd and a promise to deliver more than baseball to fans in Central Georgia. 13WMAZ
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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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