Good morning, Macon.

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office will host a Halloween Haunted House Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct.

31 in Macon from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Outreach and Restorative Justice Center at 774 Hazel St, where families can enjoy a haunted house, games, free food, candy bags, shaved ice, and books for children 6 and older.

Today, Flint Energies honors lineman Chris Root and high school football player Bryce Quick of ACE for their dedication on and off the field; their recognition spotlights local commitment to service and energy.

Wesleyan College celebrated the reopening of its renovated Peyton T.

Anderson, Jr. Amphitheater on Wednesday, Oct. 14 after a $590,000 gift from the Peyton Anderson Foundation — upgrades include new seating, lighting and technology to serve students and community events on campus.

Today, Houston County High School’s Black and Silver Brigade was named 41NBC Band of the Week as it showcased its show ‘Rooted’ that celebrates growth through overcoming challenges.

Director of Bands Dillon Watkins leads 190 students—many freshmen and sophomores—embracing a performance that highlights resilience.

Macon-Bibb County is working to reunite families with 232 unclaimed cremated remains or provide a dignified memorial; officials urge local residents to contact the county office for details.

Huntington National Bank has committed $50,000 to the Macon Volunteer Clinic at 770 Walnut St., where it provides free medical, dental, prescription and eye care to nearly 300 uninsured residents each year.

The donation supports volunteer healthcare services for patients in Middle Georgia.

Piedmont Macon health care professionals urge women and men to stay current on breast cancer screenings and learn their risk factors during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

They recommend starting mammograms at age 40 and using genetic testing (with nurse navigators assisting) to help guide patients.

Tuesday, Oct. 13, the Georgia Department of Public Health confirmed a new measles case in Macon County, raising the statewide total to 22.

Officials urge families to ensure children receive both MMR doses for 97% protection.

Bleckley County is set to play Dodge County in a key Region 2-AA game tomorrow at Memorial Stadium as live reports air at 5:00, 5:30, and 6:00 p.m. with additional highlights at 11:00 p.m.