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Friday, October 25th, 2024
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bike Walk Macon is organizing Macon's Big Bike Ride on November 1 to promote safer, healthier streets, featuring a pre-ride party, a 7-mile ride, and an after-party with activities aimed at supporting street improvement advocacy. 41 WMGT
- ➤ Molly and Kaiser Gerhardt annually decorate their Buford Place lawn with two giant skeletons and a skeleton dog for Halloween, drawing neighborhood attention. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Macon, Georgia, hosts an array of events from October 25 to 27, featuring arts, culture, sports, festivals, and Halloween-themed activities for all ages. WGXA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Macon drug trafficking leader Julian Derwayne Coker pleads guilty to methamphetamine possession, facing a minimum of 15 years to potentially life in prison. WGXA
- ➤ A Macon man admitted to selling fentanyl and could face up to 20 years in prison and a $1,000,000 fine, highlights the U.S. Attorney's emphasis on combating fentanyl distribution. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Nearly 1,700 EBT fraud referrals were reported to the Georgia Department of Human Services in the first two weeks of October, underlining a significant increase in SNAP-related scams. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Several individuals involved in a Central Georgia drug trafficking operation have been sentenced to prison. 13WMAZ
- ➤ A 17-year-old girl, Ch'quayla Alvinae Glover, was arrested for aggravated assault following a shooting incident in south Bibb with no injuries reported. 13WMAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 17th annual Greek Festival hosted by Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in downtown Macon offers authentic Greek food, music, dance, and church tours. The Macon Melody
- ➤ The 21st Jazz and Arts on Riverdale festival in Macon features live music, art vendors, and family activities, running from 12-6 p.m. on Riverdale Drive, with free admission. The Macon Melody
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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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Disney on Ice: Into The Magic
Experience the enchanting world of Disney through spectacular ice skating performances featuring beloved characters and stories.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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An Evening of Faith, Hope & Unity Concert
Experience an uplifting evening of music and inspiration featuring renowned artists Tye Tribbett, Israel Houghton, Rebecca St. James, and Mike Kinnebrew at the Atrium Health Amphitheater.
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2nd Annual Veterans Day Golf Tournament
Celebrate Veterans Day with a charitable golf tournament benefiting local veterans in need at River North Country Club, hosted by the Macon Georgia International Cherry Blossom Festival.
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