Good morning, Macon.

On July 31, Dairy Queen in Gray donated every cent from Blizzard sales to support local children's hospitals, raising $180,000.

The drive-thru served about 2,600 cars and owner Justin Kelly was recognized as the 2025 Local Corporate Person of the Year for his work with the event.

Three men were shot at the Chevron gas station on Rocky Creek Road in Macon just past midnight on Friday—police said a 20-year-old, a 19-year-old and a 22-year-old man were treated at a hospital, with the 22-year-old's injuries not life-threatening as the investigation continues.

Two teenagers died when a Dodge pickup truck struck a tree on Zebulon Road near Coleparchee Road early Friday at 2:18 a.m.+ Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigators are seeking additional information about the crash.

The Houston County Board of Education proposed a nearly 12% property tax hike—rising property values mean local property owners will soon pay more.

Joe Finkelstein, a longtime technology educator and columnist, said he overcame severe anxiety and depression after his wife urged him to try electroconvulsive therapy— a safe treatment that helped when other options failed— and he now writes on artificial intelligence while working part-time at a local bakery.

Local Dairy Queen stores held Miracle Treat Day on Thursday and raised $80,000 for children’s hospitals in memory of a Jones County girl who died last month—each Blizzard Treat sold helped pay for pediatric care.

The funds will support local hospitals with care and equipment for sick kids.

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.

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.

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.

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.

KPS Weekend 2025

11 AM – 3 PM — Atrium Health Amphitheater — Tickets from $0.00 to $21.00 — Join KPS Youth for a fun-filled 3-day event with activities and check-ins around Macon.

Labor Day Cookout & Block Party

11 AM – 2 PM — Brad Henderson Memorial Stadium — Free entry — Celebrate Labor Day with food, fun, and community vibes at the biggest cookout in Macon.