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Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
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
- ➤ After a police chase ended with a white Infiniti crashing into Abundant Word of Grace Church on Napier Avenue early Sunday morning and killing 37‐year‐old Larry Sellers Jr., pastor Hilliard Arline said the church will hold outdoor services on Sunday—if weather permits—to comfort the grieving family while repairs begin. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Authorities are looking for Brittney Wyatt, a 30 year old Macon woman with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder who was last seen walking on Calhoun Street around 10 p.m. on Saturday night—her caregiver reported her missing and described her as white with blond hair, blue eyes, wearing an orange shirt and rolled sweatpants. WGXA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This fall, a ghost hunt is scheduled at Burke Mansion on October 3—marking the first time visitors can explore the historic house after dark. Actress Carrie Genzel will lead paranormal investigator Jonathan Morgan and spiritual medium Morrighan Lynne as guests enjoy a cocktail reception and a walking tour as part of the immersive event. 41 WMGT
- ➤ In honor of Labor Day, Macon workers like musician B. Keith Williams, zamboni driver James Wolf, engineer and life coach Rachel Moore, and magician Mike Fuller showed that their jobs are more than just work—each turns a daily task into an art that inspires our community. Their profiles highlight hard work and passion that make these unique jobs a cherished part of life in Macon. The Macon Melody
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Macon-Bibb County is adding five school zone speeding cameras that will issue warnings tomorrow and begin handing out citations the next day until Oct. 3, and they will operate during school hours at sites like Bruce Elementary and Northwoods Academy—drivers are urged to plan for extra travel time. WGXA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bibb County School District partners with First Choice Primary Care to open a new health clinic at L.H. Williams Elementary after a 34% chronic absenteeism rate was noted during the 2024-2025 school year. The clinic will offer sick and well-child visits, sports physicals and behavioral health support—services that will first be available to students, staff and their families with funding from a $1 million grant. 41 WMGT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Runners are gearing up for Macon's Labor Day Road Race—an event now in its 48th year that brings local athletes together to compete on a traditional course. 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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Better to be too early and have to try again, than be too late and have to catch up.
~ Paul Graham
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