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Macon
Monday, September 1st, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 46-year-old man was shot near the Murphy USA gas station in west Macon and died at 10:15 a.m.—the shooter is in custody. 13WMAZ
- ➤ According to the Georgia State Patrol, a driver died after crashing his vehicle into a west Macon church—police said the crash ended a chase with Bibb deputies. 13WMAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Five new school zone speed cameras will be activated in Macon-Bibb on September 3 as the sheriff’s office will issue warnings for 30 days and then begin citations on October 4— the cameras will operate during school hours at sites such as Northwoods Academy and Bruce Elementary while deputies monitor the zones. 41 WMGT
- ➤ The Bibb County Sheriff's Office announced that five new school zone cameras will be installed outside elementary schools in Macon to issue warnings from Sept. 3 to Oct. 3—tickets will start on Oct. 4. 13WMAZ
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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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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.
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Yächtley Crëw Concert
8-10 p.m. — Macon City Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the country’s #1 yacht rock band live in action!
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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.
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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.
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John Crist: Jokes for Humans Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Macon City Auditorium — Mobile-only tickets — Enjoy a night of laughter with viral sensation and top touring comedian John Crist.
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