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Thursday, June 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Prosecutors charged Ashley Moore with bank fraud as she is accused of using data from eight ghost employees to bill Perdue Farms for labor that was never performed, stealing $375,757 between December 2022 and March 2024. 13WMAZ
- ➤ One inmate died and several others were injured after multiple stabbings erupted inside the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center on Wednesday — law enforcement, a firetruck, and ambulances arrived as investigators worked on an aggravated assault. WGXA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ With summer break in full swing, Bibb County School District is providing free breakfast and lunch for children 18 and under Monday through Thursday until June 26 at several schools and community sites—meals must be eaten on-site while parents can order breakfast for $5. 41 WMGT
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia will issue one-time state tax refunds this week for taxpayers who filed in both 2023 and 2024. Gov. Brian Kemp and the Georgia Department of Revenue said refunds are capped at $250 for single filers, $375 for head of household and $500 for married filers—approved under House Bill 112. 13WMAZ
- ➤ At Tuesday’s meeting, Macon-Bibb commissioners approved borrowing $50M in bonds for road resurfacing and selected MFA Program Management as the project manager for the new arena project planned for the Coliseum parking lot. The county also settled a long-running tax dispute with the Academy of Classical Education with a reduced payment and approved over $96K from camera revenue to enhance school safety—actions that show ongoing efforts to improve local infrastructure. The Macon Newsroom
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FPD's Keon Johnson, a rising senior shortstop, was named Georgia Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year after leading his team to a 32-3 record and a berth in the state championship game. His season stats include a .524 batting average, 10 home runs, and 25 stolen bases + he is recognized nationally as a top baseball prospect committed to Vanderbilt University. 41 WMGT
- ➤ Mercer University will host Los Angeles FC for practice in Macon ahead of their Club World Cup run in Atlanta. The team will arrive June 13 and train on the upgraded field (which met strict FIFA standards) as Mercer works to secure a chance to host a national team for the 2026 World Cup. The Macon Melody
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jon Anderson Live in Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Macon City Auditorium — Mobile-only tickets — Legendary YES front man performs iconic classics with The Band Geeks.
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