Good morning, Macon.

Tariffs on foreign-produced coffee beans and supplies are forcing local coffee shops in Perry to brace for rising prices.

Morning by Morning Coffee owner Beth Cleveland stocked 15,000 pounds of coffee ahead of the new 50% import tax starting Wednesday — she usually roasts 300 to 800 pounds per week.

Oliver's Corner Bistro in downtown Macon reopened its doors at 5 p.m. on Friday after a brief closure for upgrades — online reservations are now available for customers.

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office in collaboration with U.S. Marshals arrested 22-year-old D’Michael Jenkins at Riverstone’s Apartments on Friday evening in connection with the fatal shooting of 30-year-old Ashanti Macon near the 1400 block of Pio Nono Avenue in west Macon—Jenkins now faces murder charges and is held without bond at Bibb County Jail.

Middle Georgia State University’s School of Aviation joined the Federal Aviation Administration’s enhanced air traffic controller training program earlier this month, shortening the certification process and addressing a nationwide shortage of nearly 3,000 controllers.

The program lets students train at a local facility—offering live traffic experience that mirrors similar programs where enrollment has doubled.

Access to the Ocmulgee River at Amerson River Park is closed because water speeds are dangerously high (county officials from the Macon Bibb Fire Department monitor levels hourly) and the Spring Street boat ramp remains open for fishing boats only.

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.