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Friday, October 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The 3rd Annual Halloween Havoc Skateboard Contest, featuring a skateboarding competition, punk rock-inspired vendors, and a performance by B3, will be held on October 19th at Central City Skatepark.  Middle Georgia Times

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A maintenance worker was fatally injured at the Kumho Tire plant in Macon, Georgia, leading to OSHA proposing over $271,000 in fines for 11 serious and repeat violations.  13WMAZ

CRIME NEWS

  • Jordan Lavoris Dean was found not guilty in a Macon shooting after his brother confessed to the crime during the trial.  13WMAZ
  • A Florida man has been sentenced to two life terms without parole for the murder of his aunt and uncle in Gordon, Georgia.  13WMAZ
  • Families in Macon-Bibb have experienced suspected EBT credit fraud, with transactions appearing in New York City and local authorities advising victims to report to DHS.  13WMAZ

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Macon-Mercer Symphony Orchestra, featuring a variety of classical works and community performances, opens its fourth season, promoting inclusivity, unity, and healing through music.  The Macon Melody
  • Macon, Georgia, offers a diverse array of events from haunted experiences to arts exhibitions and live performances from October 18-20, catering to varied interests.  WGXA

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Bibb County has garnered nearly $5.7 million in revenue from school zone speeding citations since implementing traffic cameras managed by Altumint in 2022, with funds supporting public safety.  The Macon Melody
  • Stanley B. Stewart was officially sworn in as Macon-Bibb County's District 3 Commissioner, succeeding Elaine Lucas who did not seek re-election due to term limits.  WGXA

SPORTS NEWS

  • This week's Bibb County high school football features key matchups including ACE vs. Southwest and Stratford vs. Mount de Sales, with teams aiming to improve their standings.  The Macon Melody

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Macon Beer Festival 2024

    Experience a lively celebration of craft beer and local food in the heart of historic downtown Macon.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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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.

    Wed, 10/23/24

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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.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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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.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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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.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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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.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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  • Disney on Ice: Into The Magic

    Experience the enchanting world of Disney through spectacular ice skating performances featuring beloved characters and stories.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • Disney on Ice: Into The Magic

    Experience the enchanting world of Disney as beloved characters and stories come to life with breathtaking ice skating performances.

    Sun, 11/3/24

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  • Randall Bramblett Live at Grant's Lounge

    Experience an evening of acoustic, deep new americana, and electric blues with Randall Bramblett at Grant's Lounge in Macon, Georgia.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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