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Macon
Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities arrested 44-year-old Tyrone Jerry Briscoe on Tuesday morning after receiving a tip from Macon Regional Crime Stoppers—he was wanted for the 2023 shooting at Safe Haven Mobile Home Park that killed 58-year-old David Lamar Morgan. WGXA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brag Jam concert crawl returns this summer as local organizers say the event will feature live music at several stops — they expect to share more details on schedules and venues soon. 13WMAZ
- ➤ An organizer walked through the history of the Brag Jam concert crawl, explaining its evolution and role in shaping local music events—its story reflects deep community ties. The discussion highlighted how past efforts helped form an event that continues to bring music fans together. 13WMAZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Piedmont Macon stresses the need for early cancer screening to catch cancer in its first stages, Dr. Chantelle Martin said. She urged regular checks for breast, lung, prostate, skin, and other cancers based on individual risk factors. 41 WMGT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A Macon resident at Crystal Lake Apartments said temperatures in her unit reached 96 degrees last week and her repeated repair requests for nonworking air conditioning were ignored under Georgia law. Property management said all air conditioners have been fixed+ the resident claims the window unit still leaks water and injured her son, prompting her to seek help from Legal Aid. 13WMAZ
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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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