Good morning, Macon.

The Spirit of Macon Park opened Tuesday at the corner of Fifth and Poplar Street in downtown Macon after a ribbon cutting by Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority and city leaders.

The park, funded by a 2025 AARP Community Challenge grant, was built for exercise and relaxation—featuring movement classes for all ages.

Almost 200 Macon workers lost their jobs this week when the Nichiha plant closed.

The Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority organized job fairs for affected employees — a step aimed at helping them secure new work.

Piedmont Macon Medical Center and Piedmont Macon North Hospital rely on community donations to pay for patient care and programs—Philanthropy officer Renee Bryan said every donation helps cover costs that insurance does not fund.

Warner Robins renewed a state-required PTSD insurance plan that gives firefighters, police and 911 operators mental health care and financial support after traumatic calls.

The new coverage is built into the city's human resources budget — ensuring help is available when responders need it most.

The Georgia Department of Public Health released food service inspection scores for Middle Georgia restaurants inspected November 24th to November 28th — scores below 70 are unsatisfactory, while scores of 100 are marked perfect, highlighting both concerns and high marks across counties.

Several Macon basketball teams competed in the HypeSouth Hardwood Invitational at Central High School last week.

Boys played on Nov. 29 and girls on Nov. 22—Southwest won an overtime game against Monroe-Albany while Westside lost to Warner Robins.

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.

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.

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.

Public Ice Skating Session

6:00-7:00 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Ticket required — Enjoy an evening of public ice skating in a festive setting.

Public Ice Skating Session in Macon

12-3 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Ticket pricing varies — Enjoy a festive ice skating session perfect for the holiday spirit.

Public Ice Skating Session

12-3 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Glide on ice with family and friends at this fun community event in Macon.