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Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
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Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Macon, a man's lost wedding ring was miraculously found by his neighbor using a metal detector, just weeks after his 40th wedding anniversary, reuniting him with a cherished item he thought was gone forever. WGXA
- ➤ Authorities are actively searching for 21-year-old Skylar Black, last seen in Macon County, and urge anyone with information to contact law enforcement. 41 WMGT
- ➤ The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Georgia has increased assistance to over 500 individuals from 330 families in 2024, a 35% rise from previous years, largely supporting families with children in Neonatal Intensive Care. 41 WMGT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jeremy Allen Mclaurin was sentenced to 5 years in prison and 15 years probation for committing a series of smash-and-grab burglaries at six businesses in Macon within a nine-day period in March 2023. 13WMAZ
- ➤ A 57-year-old man was arrested for attempting to burglarize a Macon Family Dollar using an axe. 13WMAZ
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tattnall Square Academy honors longtime coach Barney Hester by naming their stadium after him in recognition of his 31 years of service and significant impact on the school. 41 WMGT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jeffrey Canady was allowed to take office as Macon County Sheriff by a judge despite being disqualified earlier for lacking POST Certification, after winning 55.93% of the vote. 13WMAZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Restaurant Report Card for Middle Georgia, detailing food service inspection scores from November 25-29, 2024, has been released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. 41 WMGT
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Marche De Noel Christmas Market
Experience 10 days of festive fun and holiday shopping at the Marche De Noel Christmas Market in Macon, GA.
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PAW Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure - 2PM Show
Experience a delightful family adventure with PAW Patrol Live! featuring exciting performances and the opportunity for kids to meet their favorite characters.
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PAW Patrol Live: A Mighty Adventure
Experience the fun of PAW Patrol Live! with multiple shows at the Macon Coliseum, featuring character meet and greets, merchandise discounts, and V.I.P. packages for fans.
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Cirque Dreams Holidaze - A Holiday Spectacle
Cirque Dreams Holidaze is a family-friendly holiday theatrical event blending circus arts with a Broadway-style production featuring a cast of whimsical holiday characters.
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Macon Mayhem vs. Peoria Rivermen - Video Game Night
The Macon Mayhem take on the Peoria Rivermen in an exciting hockey match featuring a video game theme night.
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Macon Mayhem Hosts Peoria Rivermen - Grinch Stole Hockey Night
The Macon Mayhem will face off against the Peoria Rivermen in a festive hockey game featuring special jerseys, a holiday theme with Santa, and opportunities for fans to skate with players after the match.
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Cheap Trick Live at Macon City Auditorium
Renowned rock band Cheap Trick will perform live at the Macon City Auditorium, showcasing their legendary hits and unique musical style.
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Buddy the Elf Bar Crawl in Downtown Macon
This festive bar crawl invites participants to dress in elf attire and enjoy themed cocktails while exploring Downtown Macon's Christmas lights.
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Candlelight Concert: Holiday Special Featuring 'The Nutcracker'
Experience a magical evening of holiday music, including pieces from ‘The Nutcracker’, performed by the Listeso String Quartet under the glow of candlelight.
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Shift Now Community Feast of Joy
This community event aims to serve and uplift local families by providing hot meals, food boxes, toiletries, household products, and toys for children.
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