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Thursday, July 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority received a 2025 AARP grant to convert a vacant downtown lot at Fifth and Poplar into Spirit of Macon Park that will offer wellness classes, safe spaces, and activities for all ages. Transit leaders said the project, which will include Tai Chi and nutrition classes, is expected to finish by mid-December — a key step in local revitalization. 41 WMGT
- ➤ The Great Macon Baking Week began on July 20 and runs until July 27 as local restaurants compete for the title of Macon's Star Baker—voters can choose their favorite dessert and win prizes by visiting multiple downtown spots. WGXA
- ➤ Macon's Bragg Jam 2025 is set to begin soon with a mystery show on Friday, July 25 and a Concert Crawl on Saturday, July 26 — the festival began as a memorial for Brax Bragg and now features local and touring artists with pop-up performances whose locations are revealed just hours before each show. WGXA
ACTIVE NEWS
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BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shuster’s Candy & Creamery—reviving a family legacy from Newark in the 1950s—opened its soft opening at 616 Poplar Street in downtown Macon on July 23rd and continues through July 27th. The shop will hold its grand opening on July 30th at 4 p.m. and offers handscooped ice cream and nostalgic candy for local families. Middle Georgia Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jamie Thomas—33 years old from Macon—was arrested in Forsyth on Tuesday during a traffic stop after deputies detected a marijuana odor and found 21.1 grams of methamphetamine in his vehicle; he is held without bond while investigators continue their work. WGXA
- ➤ A Forsyth man, 54-year-old Tommy Thomason, is out on bond after he allegedly scammed a Marietta man out of $35,000 by selling land he did not own on Zellner Road on July 14 — the Monroe County Sheriff's Office is continuing its investigation. WGXA
- ➤ Investigators are seeking tips after over $19,000 worth of tools and equipment were stolen from an outbuilding on a property off Zellner Road in Forsyth between July 7 and 19 — the Monroe County Sheriff's Office is investigating the theft. WGXA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Junior Journalist Ryleigh Thomas and her mom visited a local store and found rising school supply prices as they spent $132.20 on 37 items + an extra $5 fee, highlighting how back-to-school expenses affect many families. 13WMAZ is partnering with United Way to help provide supplies for Central Georgia students this school year. 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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Documentary Screening of 'NEWT'
6 p.m. — Theatre Macon — Tickets available online — Experience the captivating story of musician Newton Collier as part of the Macon Music Festival.
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Joshua Ray Walker Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — Grant's Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the nostalgic sounds of 80's and 90's pop country with Joshua Ray Walker.
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