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Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Middle Georgia offers a wide variety of events this week, including the Macon-Mercer Symphony Orchestra, the reveal of the urban core master plan, a range of Halloween-themed family activities, and live entertainment across different venues.  Middle Georgia Times

CRIME NEWS

  • A shootout in a South Bibb neighborhood with no reported injuries left residents uneasy, prompting calls for heightened police presence.  13WMAZ
  • Roy Deon Thornton III was arrested by U.S. Marshals for the murder of Tavarus Hunter in Macon, Georgia, with the investigation ongoing.  41 WMGT
  • The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is conducting an investigation into a fatal shooting on Ibex Street in Macon, where 28-year-old Deundrae Santonio Gay was found dead from a gunshot wound.  WGXA

CULTURE NEWS

  • The legendary rock band Chicago, recognized for topping charts across six decades, is set to perform in Macon in April 2025, with tickets available on Ticketmaster starting Friday.  WGXA

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff will lead a 'Get Out The Vote' event in Macon to support the Harris-Walz ticket, alongside local leaders and volunteers.  WGXA
  • Danai Gurira encouraged early voting in Macon, Georgia, highlighting the global influence of U.S. laws and the importance of participating in elections.  WGXA

HEALTH NEWS

  • Atrium Health Navicent in Macon recommends annual flu and COVID-19 vaccinations to reduce severe illness risks as cold and flu season starts.  WGXA

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Around the World in 80 Days Ball - A Global Dance Adventure

    Experience a night of global glamour and dance at the Around the World in 80 Days Ball featuring gourmet dinner, live music, and performances.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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