Good morning, Macon.

This weekend, residents in Macon, Perry and Warner Robins can enjoy a variety of events such as a hackathon, pop art workshop, water battle & live shows at local venues.

Check local calendars for details and take part in activities designed for families, friends and neighbors.

Macon Area Habitat for Humanity welcomed five families into new homes on June 25 at Holt Avenue—marking its 40th anniversary—celebrating decades of affordable homeownership progress in the area.

Local Bibb schools face a budget crisis as officials work to address funding issues.

A Macon nonprofit and MGA team up to study bedlessness while city leaders approved a new Costco location to boost local retail options.

Costco's new 158,000 sqft warehouse store received planning approval on Monday at its proposed site behind Dillard's on Bass Road in north Macon.

The development will include traffic improvements and about 200 new jobs as it moves forward after nearly three years of planning.

The Creek radio station marks its 10th anniversary by hosting CreekFest on Saturday from 4 to 9 p.m. on downtown Cherry and Third streets — featuring live music, craft drinks, and booths by local music businesses.

On Thursday night, the Bibb County School Board held a public hearing on the FY 2027 budget featuring over $400 million in projected revenues and expenditures, maintaining staff salaries and increasing state health costs and classroom sizes — with final adoption required by June 30 to avoid a spending resolution.

After weeks of drought, heavy rains and Tropical Storm Arthur’s remnants delivered relief to Georgia as moderate drought dropped from 80% to 34% and severe drought fell to about 5% statewide; Middle Georgia now enjoys improved soil moisture (which lowers wildfire risks).

During National Pollinator Week, three Bibb County Master Gardeners are sharing their favorite pollinator plants — Mountain Mint, Purple Coneflower, and Mexican Sunflower — to help local residents attract bees and butterflies and boost garden health.

They encourage planting a mix of blooms for continuous support of these vital creatures.

Macon officials unveiled renderings on Wednesday at Douglass Theatre for a 10,000+ capacity red-brick arena along I-16 near the river (set to replace the aging Coliseum).

The $350 million project, financed by taxable bonds, is scheduled to open in summer and spur local development.

At the Macon Convention Center on June 13, veterans cheered the revamped medical marijuana program that lifts the 5% THC cap and allows vaping after lawmakers passed the Putting Georgia’s Patients First Act in April; the changes will offer more potent treatment options in July.

Atrium Health Navicent EMS launched its Compassion Champions program yesterday to support first responders with peer led mental health care.

The program, which expanded to include pet therapy & chaplain services, aims to ease stigma and improve care for emergency workers.

Atrium Health Navicent shares summer safety tips to help families prevent injuries & reduce extra trips to the emergency room amid a 20% rise in summer injury visits.

Their advice covers water, bicycle, ATV, and fireworks safety to keep children and drivers safe when outdoors.

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'.

Spark Over the Park Fireworks Celebration

9:15 PM — Luther Williams Field — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with an unforgettable fireworks display over Lake Tobesofkee.

The Princess Concert

3:30 – 5:00 PM — Macon City Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience enchanting performances of magical songs from beloved animations and pop hits.

Macon Bacon vs. Martinsville Mustangs

7-10 p.m. — Luther Williams Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy thrilling minor league baseball action as the Macon Bacon take on the Martinsville Mustangs.

Lindsey Stirling & PVRIS Concert

3 PM — Macon Arts Center, LLC — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of electrifying performances with Lindsey Stirling's violin and PVRIS's modern rock vibes.