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Friday, October 11th, 2024
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Macon-Bibb County is granted $750,000 by Reimagining the Civic Commons to rejuvenate public spaces in the Historic Pleasant Hill Neighborhood, fostering community engagement and growth. WGXA
- ➤ The 35th Georgia National Fair offers a diverse range of attractions including rides, food, and entertainment for all ages, demonstrating its annual appeal to over half a million visitors. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Central Georgia businesses and residents offer support and discounts to Florida evacuees fleeing Hurricane Milton. 13WMAZ
- ➤ The Mercer Athletics Department provides free football game tickets to Hurricane Milton evacuees as a gesture of support. WGXA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bibb County Sheriff's Deputy and an armed male both sustained non-life-threatening injuries after a struggle at Murphy Express in Macon, with the suspect now in custody. WGXA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Hemp Farming Act has led to the closure of hemp product stores like New Hope Herbal in Macon due to its new regulations on hemp sales. The Macon Melody
- ➤ The Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections Office releases a voter guide for the upcoming November 5 general election, highlighting early voting dates, locations, and absentee ballot instructions. WGXA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Macon's top softball teams, including ACE and Tattnall, are advancing to their respective postseason tournaments with strong performances leading up to playoff contention. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Week 9 high school football action in Bibb County features major matchups including an undefeated showdown between Northeast and Dublin, and a historic rivalry between Tattnall and Stratford, with playoff seeding implications. The Macon Melody
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MercyMe - Together Again...Again Tour
Experience an uplifting evening of music with MercyMe as they perform live at the Macon Coliseum.
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GVEST 2024: Tech and Innovation Conference
Experience a vibrant conference filled with talks, workshops, and networking opportunities for tech enthusiasts and innovators.
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Festival of Laughs Comedy Tour
Experience an unforgettable night of comedy featuring an all-star lineup of diverse comedians at the Festival of Laughs in Macon.
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Macon Beer Festival 2024
Experience a lively celebration of craft beer and local food in the heart of historic downtown Macon.
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An Evening with Steve Gonsalves: Hauntings and Paranormal Tales
Experience true tales of hauntings and the paranormal in an interactive live event featuring Steve Gonsalves from Ghost Hunters and Ghost Nation.
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Cris Jacobs Live at Grant's Lounge
Experience the soulful and gritty sounds of Cris Jacobs, a talented singer and guitarist blending soul-blues with outlaw country, in a captivating live performance.
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Macon Mayhem vs. Fayetteville Marksmen - Oktober-Fest
Experience an exciting hockey matchup as the Macon Mayhem take on the Fayetteville Marksmen during an Oktober-Fest celebration.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay
Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at Emerson at Plum.
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Halloween Karaoke Competition at The Hummingbird
Experience a thrilling night of Halloween-themed karaoke where participants can don costumes and compete for prizes while singing spooky songs.
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Little Feat with Duane Betts Live
Experience an evening of diverse musical styles as Little Feat, alongside special guests Duane Betts and Palmetto Motel, perform live at the Macon City Auditorium.
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