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Macon
Thursday, July 17th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two swimmers were found dead as county officials continue searching for a missing 10-year-old child from a group of three who swam Tuesday in the Ocmulgee River near Amerson River Park — details remain under investigation. 13WMAZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brian McManus, a 57-year-old British man, was convicted of murdering his wife in Warner Robins after he struck her with a rubber mallet and strangled her to cover up his actions, and a judge sentenced him to life in prison without parole. WGXA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Macon-Bibb County commissioners supported high-speed rail talks that may connect Macon with Atlanta and Savannah — the county will soon name a representative to join future discussions with GDOT and local officials. This decision follows a resolution approved at a recent commission meeting. WGXA
- ➤ At a July 15 meeting, Macon-Bibb County commissioners approved the purchase of 10.1 riverfront acres near Amerson River Park for $2.1 million + $1.8 million from SPLOST funds to extend the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail. The county will use school speed zone ticket revenue to fund a truancy officer for three years + allocate additional funds for parking and safety projects. The Macon Newsroom
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today the Macon Nike RBI team leaves for the Southeastern tournament in Jacksonville, Florida after last season's upset took them to the World Series. Coach Michael Rodgers said the five-year program is set to defend its title and build team bonds — new players join every season. 13WMAZ
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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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