Daily
Macon
Thursday, July 10th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in West Macon have grown frustrated by ongoing storm drain flooding—city officials say they are reviewing repair plans to address the issue. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Residents in Greenbriar say years of heavy rains have caused repeated flooding that damages property and raises repair bills - the Macon Water Authority stated its storm system works properly while noting that flooding results from state-controlled Rocky Creek and adjacent private land, leaving long-term fixes unresolved. Community 13WMAZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Deputies arrested two women on July 7 after they admitted to stealing food and drinks from a Dollar General on Shurling Drive in Jones County—one woman had an active warrant and faces charges including theft and driving violations while the stolen items were returned to the store. 41 WMGT
- ➤ A man was struck by a fleeing vehicle on Broadway in Macon and is in critical condition, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says, asking anyone with details to call (478) 751-7500. 41 WMGT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Macon restaurants are competing in the annual French Fry Fight from July 9 to 11 as locals vote for their favorite fry dish. Cashman's Pub—led by Executive Chef Reginald Perkins—is serving its Chick Pot Fry in hopes of winning the Super Sud Trophy and the title of French Fry capital. WGXA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Macon-Bibb Transit Authority is testing a van service that stops at each door and runs free through November—fares will cost $5 after that time. 13WMAZ
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SGA & SkillsUSA Collaboration Meeting
11 a.m. — Roy H. "Sonny" Watson Health Science Building — Free entry — Engage with peers and advisors for skills development and student governance discussions.
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Whiskey Myers Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Atrium Health Amphitheater — Ticket pricing varies — Enjoy an exciting evening of country rock with Whiskey Myers and special guests Josh Meloy and The Droptines.
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Hank Williams Jr. Live Concert
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Atrium Health Amphitheater — Tickets required — Experience the legendary Hank Williams Jr. in an evening of live music with special guest Mark Chesnutt.
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Bragg Jam Concert Crawl 2025: Shy Company Performance
6-7 p.m. — JBA — Check event page for costs — Enjoy an electrifying live performance from Shy Company at a major music festival in downtown Macon.
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Second Annual Bragg Brunch
12-5 p.m. — Emerson at Plum — $50 — Enjoy bottomless mimosas, a brunch buffet, and live local music at the vibrant Bragg Brunch.
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Cody Matlock Live Performance
9-11 p.m. — Grant's Lounge — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of soulful music from Grammy-nominated artist Cody Matlock in a vibrant local venue.
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Larry Keel & Jon Stickley Duo Concert
8-11 p.m. — Society Garden — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of acoustic bluegrass music from two of the finest flatpicking guitarists.
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The Second Annual Little Miss 478 Pageant
1-4 p.m. — The Douglass Theatre — $20 admission — Celebrate young talent and empowerment at the fun-filled Little Miss 478 Pageant.
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