Good morning, Macon.

Local volunteers cleaned west Macon neighborhoods on Saturday by picking up litter and debris near Southwest High, Ballard Hudson Middle, Ingram Pye Elementary, Matilda Hartley Elementary, and Southfield Elementary — District 8 Commissioner Donice Bryant and Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful led the two-hour effort to build community pride.

Ocmulgee Outfitters, an outdoor store on Poplar Street that opened in 2019, will close by the end of December after six years due to falling sales and management challenges — the owner, a nurse anesthesiologist focused on family priorities, passed the task to sell remaining inventory as the community expresses sadness over its loss.

The Bibb County office of UGA Cooperative Extension is inviting residents to apply as Master Gardener volunteers by Nov.

24. Training starts Feb. 12 in Bibb and Houston counties—participants will pay $275 for a 12-week course that combines classroom learning and hands-on projects.

Columnist Ed Grisamore took a six-hour defensive driving course that helped him save nearly $200 on his car insurance and recalled past incidents of hitting animals—including a deer that left his van with minor damage.

He urged Macon drivers to stay cautious during deer migration season, noting that state data shows a high risk of animal-related accidents.

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!

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.

The Broken Hearts Tribute to Tom Petty

8 PM – 2 AM — Society Garden — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the music of Tom Petty with a tribute band directly from his home state of Florida.

Huntsville Havoc vs. Macon Mayhem

6-8:30 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Tickets are mobile-only — Enjoy an exciting hockey showdown between the Havoc and Mayhem.

Sam Morrow and Sweet Diesel Concert

8-11 p.m. — Grant's Lounge — $15 — Enjoy a night of modern American roots music with Sam Morrow and Sweet Diesel.

Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl in Macon

4:30-9:00 p.m. — Just Tap'd Macon — Tickets required — Celebrate the holiday spirit in your ugliest sweater with contests, games, and festive fun throughout Downtown Macon.

WWE NXT Live in Macon

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Macon City Auditorium — Mobile-only tickets — Experience WWE NXT superstars live after 8 years in Macon with special appearances by RAW and Smackdown stars.