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Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
ACTIVE NEWS
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BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Macon's first Restaurant Week will take place from September 12 to 20 and feature themed specials at 17 downtown restaurants including $10 Steals, $20 Deals, $30 Meals, and $50 Feasts—diners will vote for People’s Choice and join a passport challenge for a chance to win a $500 gift card. 41 WMGT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A report reveals that a masked man fired rapid gunfire just after midnight today near Zebulon Road Waffle House, forcing patrons to take cover and a stray bullet to damage a nearby hotel window while no one was injured & authorities continue to investigate the incident. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Ben Whitaker, a Dublin nurse accused of shooting his wife Tiffani just months after their marriage, is set to face trial. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Perry police arrested 10 juveniles in connection with 27 vehicle break-ins between June and August 2024—detectives said five vehicles had ignition and steering damage while recovered items included firearms, electronics and shoes. 41 WMGT
- ➤ On Friday, two men were sentenced to life without parole for the 2022 shooting death of a 1-year-old boy at Lakeview Apartments in Fort Valley—prosecutors urged the community to come forward with tips as they plan to charge at least two more suspects by Aug 25. WGXA
- ➤ Authorities arrested two men after armed robbers held a CVS on Gray Highway in Macon at 9:40 p.m.; deputies caught 20-year-old Elijah Searcy near Mercer University Drive+ and 39-year-old Jamal Roberts who fled into the woods, and both are held without bond. WGXA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Singer/songwriter James McMurtry, whose 11th album The Black Dog and the Wandering Boy was just released, will perform at Macon's Capitol Theatre on Sept. 24 — he will tour several towns to promote his new work. The Macon Melody
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A proposed high-speed rail route may pass through Macon — linking Atlanta to Savannah as officials study routes and funding. Mayor Lester Miller and county commissioners approved a resolution on July 15, 2025 — $10 million will fund the study until 2027. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Macon's Bass Road Bridge will reopen today by 5 p.m. after months of detours extended commutes and disrupted local schedules—state crews rebuilt the aged bridge over the railroad tracks while officials warn they may face delays. 13WMAZ
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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.
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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.
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Sooza Brass Band Concert
9:30 p.m. – 3:30 a.m. — The Hummingbird Stage & Taproom — Cost info unavailable — Experience high-energy performances from Sooza and Jen in the Right Light as they rock downtown Macon.
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The Giggle Fest - Customer Appreciation Night
7:30-10 p.m. — Cary W. Martin Conference Center — Discounted tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with top comedians to celebrate loyal customers.
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King of Soul Fest 2025
4:30-9:30 p.m. — Capitol Theatre Macon — Ticketed event — Celebrate the legacy of Otis Redding with a night of musical performances and community spirit.
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Big O Homecoming Show & Dance Featuring Mannie Fresh
8-10 p.m. — Capitol Theatre Macon — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the electrifying sounds of Mannie Fresh at the King of Soul Festival honoring Otis Redding.
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