Good morning, Macon.

Firefighters quickly responded to a house fire on Pio Nono Avenue in Macon but could not save a blind 63-year-old woman—she died in the blaze.

A Macon man pleaded guilty to trafficking meth and was sentenced to 30 years in prison with 20 years to serve without parole on August 25 in Houston County Superior Court—he must also pay a $200000 fine and is banned from returning to Houston County.

Law enforcement is responding to a reported active shooter at Central Georgia Technical College’s Macon campus—officers have locked down the school as they work to secure the area.

A jury convicted 33-year-old Deon Banks of murdering Milton Jolly and George Brooks and of sexually assaulting a woman during a 2022 home invasion at a Macon home—he will serve three consecutive life sentences plus five years.

A Macon man and former state house candidate, James Frank Austin Jr., will plead guilty to fraud for using more than $2M in COVID relief funds for personal purchases such as a $120,000 Bentley—his plea hearing is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. today in federal court.

One Big Fish Fry will be held on August 29 at 5 p.m. at 1410 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in the historic Greenwood Bottom District—bringing residents together with free fried fish, live music and community talks about neighborhood revitalization.

Macon Magazine and NewTown Macon launch the first-ever Restaurant Week in downtown Macon from September 12—20, offering tiered specials at 17 restaurants.

The event will end on September 22 with a celebration that awards People’s Choice and 478 Date Night Challenge winners—highlighting local dining.

Downtown Macon will host its first Marché de Noel: Macon Christmas Market from December 5 to 14 at Cherry Street Plaza to add a European twist to the annual Christmas Light Extravaganza—local groups have joined with event experts to build a festive space with decorated chalets, themed nights, and seasonal treats for families and visitors.

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.

Fall Meeting 2025 — GA EMC Technology Association

8 AM – 12 PM — GTC Electric Cooperative Training Center — Registration required — Attend the EMC Technology Association Fall Conference for engaging discussions on technology in the electric cooperative sector.