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Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
ACTIVE NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR We found your go-to item for upping fall runs and workouts: a top-selling weighted strength training vest. Choose from six pounds up to 30 pounds and add the weighted vest to runs, classes, or gym sessions to enhance calorie burning, improve your core, and increase muscle gains. The Buy
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Macon Regional Crimestoppers is asking for help to locate five individuals wanted for charges such as aggravated assault, burglary and involuntary manslaughter—anonymous tips can bring a cash reward. 41 WMGT
- ➤ A fight broke out on the field during the Northeast vs Southwest high school football game at Thompson Stadium on August 22, cutting the game short when Northeast led 30-8—Bibb County School District said officials would investigate under district policy and GHSA guidelines. WGXA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tickets for the Georgia National Fair are offered at a discount for 36 hours—buyers should purchase them promptly before the deal expires. 13WMAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At a Thursday evening meeting, the Bibb County school board reviewed Georgia Milestones test results that showed slight gains in subjects like math while English reading scores remained below state averages, with third grade reading averaging 525 compared to the state score of 605. The board approved a $233,674 contract for a new school-based health center at L.H. Williams Elementary in Pleasant Hill + accepted grants for afterschool programs while postponing a policy vote on board accountability. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Chef Stuart Hardy, Bibb County Teacher of the Year, teaches culinary arts at Hutchings College and Career Academy in Macon—he uses his 20 years of experience to inspire students to view food as medicine and to prepare them for future culinary careers. 41 WMGT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ GDOT will perform concrete maintenance on I-75 northbound near mile marker 188 in Monroe County overnight from Aug 27 to Aug 28 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.—drivers are advised to slow down as closed road shoulders will cause delays. WGXA
- ➤ The Macon-Bibb EMA will give away 400 NOAA weather radios and pillow shaker/strobe lights on August 28 at the Macon Mall Meeting Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.—residents must show valid Bibb County ID to receive one radio per person as part of National Emergency Management Awareness Month. 41 WMGT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Memorial Stadium came alive Friday night as Royals and Indians fans packed the stands to watch the teams start the season—students and parents joined in to show strong community support with FanCam powered by Ingleside Village Pizza. 41 WMGT
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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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