Good morning, Macon.

Downtown Macon businesses will hand out candy as part of NewTown Macon’s annual Trick-or-Treat Spooktacular that will run from 4-7 p.m. on Oct.

31—stores such as Lawrence Mayer Florist & Flower Delivery and Shuster’s Candy & Creamery will join while law enforcement advises safe travel for trick-or-treaters.

13WMAZ and the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank are partnering to fight hunger with Stuff the Truck, a food drive running from November 18 through November 20 at select Walmart locations.

In Milledgeville on November 18 the drop off is from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., in Dublin on November 19 it runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and in Macon and Warner Robins on November 20 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Middle Georgia residents enjoyed a busy start to Halloween with Monday’s golf and bingo tournament and are celebrating today with a toddler party at Monkey Joe’s and horror movie trivia, while later events include a ribbon cutting for a new conference center on Wednesday and family trick-or-treating plus concerts and an opera show on Thursday—bringing a mix of free and ticketed community fun for all ages.

Goodwill Industries of Middle GA and the CSRA are hosting a cooking class at Helms College campus in Macon this Saturday — a 3-hour session where professional chefs will teach holiday treat baking, decorating and packaging, with a fee of $75 per person and a limit of 15 participants.

Rebuilding Macon received $230,000 in Community Development and Block Grants to fix homes for elderly and disabled owners in Bibb County—$70,000 will support its youth volunteer program while $160,000 buys supplies for needed repairs like ramps and water heaters.

The funding will help 90 more homeowners this year, adding to work already done for residents such as Pat Reeves from Lizella.

Krystal is hosting an in-person hiring event at 892 Riverside Dr in Macon tomorrow from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.—job seekers can apply for positions from General Manager to Crew Member by bringing a valid ID and a positive attitude.

Mary Persons High School's Bulldog Brigade Band played a show—Painted Black and Gold—led by band director Tyler Allen that featured music by Mozart's Lacrimosa and The Rolling Stones.

41NBC News named the performance its Band of the Week, sponsored by the Otis Redding Center for the Arts and Young America Music Schools.

Windsor Academy in Macon earned nearly $107,000 from Georgia Promise Scholarships, which helped enroll 80 new students this fall — the program awards $6,500 to families in low-performing public school zones to offer more private school options in Central GA.

Starting Saturday, if the shutdown continues, millions of Americans including 1.4 million in Georgia may lose SNAP benefits used to buy food as the USDA says there is not enough funding for November benefits — local residents in Macon fear food insecurity.

Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority will launch door-to-door rapid transit next Monday using the Rides on Demand app — serving downtown, Shirley Hills, Gray Highway, and Ingleside — to improve local travel.

Riders will pay $5 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and $8 from 6 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. — the program will expand into South Bibb by mid-December — as officials monitor demand.

Georgia state park visitors could soon pay higher fees as proposed increases would double daily entry fees from $5 to $10 and raise annual passes from $50 to $70 starting in January 2026—if approved by the DNR Board of Natural Resources.

An audit showed that user fees currently cover only half of park expenses while taxpayers fund the rest.

Georgia voters have until Halloween to cast their early ballot for two slots on the Public Service Commission—this board sets electric and natural gas rates amid a 33% rise that adds about $500 to the average household bill.

Charles Hua of an energy education group said the board decides on projects like Plant Vogtle, an aging grid and rising gas prices—factors that continue to push up costs.

Today, the American Red Cross warned families that cold weather has raised the risk of home fires and advised checking smoke alarms, heaters and chimneys for proper safety.

Communications manager Suzanne Lawler recommended running fire drills twice a year + not leaving space heaters unattended to help keep everyone safe.

The Mercer Bears made history with a 62-0 win over VMI at Five Star Stadium in Macon, keeping their 5-0 record in conference play—freshman quarterback Braeden Atkinson set a new passing record with 533 yards while junior kicker Reice Griffith set a career record, and Mercer is now ranked No. 13 in the FCS Coaches Poll as they prepare to face Furman on Saturday at 2 p.m.

Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Macon Coliseum — $10 parking — Join Mickey Mouse and friends on a magical journey through iconic Disney destinations.

Disney On Ice - Road Trip Adventures

1-2:30 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Parking $10 — Experience magical adventures with Mickey Mouse and friends across beloved Disney destinations.

Lee Brice Concert

7-9 p.m. — Macon City Auditorium — Ticket info available — Country music star Lee Brice returns to Macon for an unforgettable night of live music.

Christmas Made in the South

10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — $9 adults, kids free — Explore local crafts and holiday goodies at this festive annual market.

Festival of Trees Champagne Preview

5-7 p.m. — Museum of Arts and Sciences — $75 — Be the first to explore the Festival of Trees exhibition while enjoying delicacies and floral demonstrations.

Spirit of Christmas Festival on the Farm

5-9 p.m. — Skipper Family Farms — Free entry — Experience a charming festival with hot cocoa, holiday lights, and festive carolers.

Rodney Perry Live at The Douglass Theatre

7-9 p.m. — The Douglass Theatre — Get your tickets now — Enjoy a night filled with laughter and good vibes as Rodney Perry takes the stage.

Gary Allan Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Macon City Auditorium — Mobile tickets only — Enjoy a night with country superstar Gary Allan and support from Alyssa Flaherty.

Macon Mayhem vs. Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Macon Coliseum — $5 parking — Catch the excitement as the Mayhem take on the Rail Yard Dawgs in an electrifying hockey matchup.

Evansville Thunderbolts vs. Macon Mayhem

7-8:30 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Tickets available online or at the door — Catch the excitement as the Macon Mayhem take on the Evansville Thunderbolts!