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Macon
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Tindall Fields affordable housing project on Plant Street opened an event at 836 and 854 Plant Street where community members can tour new homes, learn about $25,000 down-payment assistance, and enjoy family activities—organizers have set up a food truck with free meals and offered guidance for potential buyers. 41 WMGT
- ➤ Macon leaders recognized local businesses and community contributors at award ceremonies held on Nov. 6 and Nov. 20, emphasizing economic impact and growth plans. The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce honored nine individuals at its event at Fall Line Station — while Visit Macon celebrated tourism achievements and introduced the new Choose Macon initiative. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Local military mother Sgt. Shanterria Rocker surprised her two young sons at John Lewis Elementary on Friday after returning from a nine-month deployment in Poland. She said talking with her boys helped her stay strong during the separation—she urges other military parents to keep hope alive. 41 WMGT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, Middle Georgia offers a mix of events as art lovers can visit the Kindred show at Artspace Macon while sports fans enjoy a Medieval Knight-themed hockey game; local music, a Christmas craft fair at The Rivers Ranch, and a drive-through food distribution at Hope Church add to the diverse lineup. Middle Georgia Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gertrude Ehrlich, a Georgia College alumna who fled the Nazis, left a $9M donation that is now the largest in the school's history. Her gift will boost scholarship opportunities for future students. 13WMAZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ First-time homebuyers in Central Georgia reached record low numbers and experts are weighing a 50-year mortgage plan—details remain under review. 13WMAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Northeast beat Swainsboro 26-14 at Thompson Stadium in Macon to move to the third round of the GHSA state tournament and improve their record to 10-2. Coach Wiggins said his team must work on discipline after several penalties — they will face Toombs County next on the road. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Middle Georgia high school teams competed in the second round of GHSA playoffs and GIAA championships, with scores ranging widely as teams like John Milledge and West Laurens posted wins — the game results provide a snapshot of local playoff action. 41 WMGT
- ➤ At Mercer University's Five Star Stadium, the John Milledge Trojans faced the Deerfield-Windsor Knights in the AAA GIAA State Championship game. The Trojans last won the title three years ago with a 49-0 win—while the Knights have only beaten them once in five games since 1981 after a 2-9 season last year. 41 WMGT
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Macon Mayhem vs. Quad City Storm
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Parking $5 — Catch an exciting hockey game with the Macon Mayhem taking on the Quad City Storm.
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Public Ice Skating in Macon
2-5 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Ticket information available — Enjoy a fun afternoon of ice skating at one of Macon's top local events.
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