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Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of August.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Hailey, a 3-year-old girl, is fighting for her life in hospital with a severe brain injury after her car plunged into Dundee Lake on August 10—23-year-old driver Nafeeze Samad left the vehicle and was arrested on DUI charges.  13WMAZ

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Macon native Michelle Hornaday shared her spicy sausage cheddar pecan crisps recipe that will be popular at game days and small gatherings — the recipe yields about 100 crisps and can be frozen for later meals.  The Macon Melody

SPORTS NEWS

  • School officials confirmed that the Northeast-Southwest football game at Thompson Stadium ended early in the third quarter on Friday night after an on-field fight and said they will review the incident according to district policy—Northeast won the game 30-8.  41 WMGT
  • Mercer's first football game against UC Davis in Montgomery was declared a no contest after lightning + rain halted play in the fourth quarter, voiding all game stats. The Bears will open their season against Presbyterian College at 6 p.m. on Aug. 30.  The Macon Melody

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 8/29/25

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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.

    Sun, 8/31/25

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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.

    Fri, 9/5/25

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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.

    Sat, 9/6/25

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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.

    Fri, 9/12/25

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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.

    Sat, 9/13/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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