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Macon
Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Macon restaurant owner said he wants to help his community one plate at a time—he is giving back by donating meals from his restaurant. 13WMAZ
- ➤ Macon restaurant owner James Duncomb will serve free meals to up to 100 federal workers on November 6 at Tropical Flava—he is also collecting donations for families in Jamaica recovering from Hurricane Melissa as his business faces slower sales amid rising prices. 13WMAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures starts today at the Macon Coliseum and runs through tomorrow. The show brings classic and modern Disney stories to life on ice—featuring scenes from Frozen, Toy Story 4, The Lion King and Aladdin. 41 WMGT
- ➤ Macon Fashion Week (MFW) will kick off on November 2 with free events, workshops, and runway shows featuring local, student, and Muscogee designers. The week-long celebration is produced in partnership with Macon Magazine and Wesleyan College (designed to honor the city’s unique style and history). WGXA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alex II Elementary School unveiled its new outdoor classroom on Oct. 30—funded by a PTA walkathon that raised $4,600. Mercer University volunteers helped transform the space, and teachers plan to use it for outdoor lessons in spring—aiming to boost student focus. The Macon Melody
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Macon Water Authority said recent reports of an earthy taste in tap water are temporary—caused by increased fire hydrant use and lake turnover—and that daily tests confirm the water remains safe to drink. Officials noted the flavor should fade as seasonal conditions stabilize. 41 WMGT
- ➤ Piedmont opened a new primary care clinic at 100 N. Macon St. in Macon—its third this year—to offer same-day, online and video visits with three doctors accepting new patients. 41 WMGT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Flight attendant Billy Hennessey—a new resident who moved from Orlando in April—is launching a column called Billy’s Let's Eat Review to cover local eateries. He began his series at Mercer Village Pizza—where owner Joe crafts fresh pizza dough and serves popular wings—showing local flavors that appeal to many diners. The Macon Melody
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mercer men’s and women’s basketball teams will begin their seasons next week with tough games; the men will face No. 18 Tennessee on the road at 7 p.m. Monday and the women will play UNC Asheville on the road at 6:30 p.m. Monday before hosting Clemson on Nov. 6 at 6 p.m. The teams add many new players & fresh talent & energy as they try to turn last season’s close games into wins. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Northeast defeated East Laurens 29-8 at Thomson Stadium and secured the region title with a strong second-half effort. Head coach Jeremy Wiggins said his team — despite an early struggle — battled hard for their first region trophy since 2009. The Macon Melody
- ➤ On Friday night, the Windsor Knights won 35—8 over Augusta Prep in a state tournament game in Macon—Santiago Medina gained more than 100 yards and scored a touchdown. The win lifted their record to 4—7 and moved them to the second round where they will face Brentwood on Nov. 7. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Middle Georgia high schools played Week 12 football games and posted scores for teams like Taylor County, Macon County, and East Laurens—Thursday matchups showed Westside, Augusta at 3 and West Laurens at 27. 41 WMGT
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Danae Hays: The First Time Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Macon City Auditorium — Mobile tickets only — Experience the energy of Danae Hays on her First Time Tour.
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