Good morning, Macon.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hughes Taylor Live Performance

9:00 – 10:30 PM — Grant's Lounge — Tickets available — Experience the soulful blues and impressive guitar skills of Macon's own Hughes Taylor.

Yächtley Crëw Concert

8-10 p.m. — Macon City Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the country’s #1 yacht rock band live in action!

Healing Service with Dave & Patricia Lage

10:30 PM – 12:30 AM — 109 Springfield Blvd — Free entry — Experience a powerful time of healing and restoration in Macon, Georgia.