Daily
Macon
Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Macon. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bibb County deputies and K-9 Rex found a missing 47-year-old woman who left a care home on Davis Street Wednesday morning — she was tracked through woods to a retention pond off Roff Avenue before EMS took her to a hospital. 41 WMGT
- ➤ 41NBC partners with The Salvation Army to support Macon’s Angel Tree program (held at The Shoppes at River Crossing) to help local families receive holiday gifts. Community members can choose a tag or donate online to brighten children’s Christmas morning. 41 WMGT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture visited today as a 496K sqft packaging plant held its grand opening in Central Georgia — an event set to boost local business momentum. 13WMAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kailey Rhodes stars in Who’s Holiday! a one-woman show featuring an adult Cindy Lou Who at Theatre Macon’s new studio black box theatre. The 8 p.m. Saturday show (today) is fully booked after sellouts on Thursday and Friday, with tickets available for additional performances Dec. 11-13. The Macon Melody
- ➤ Macon’s first European-style Christmas market has opened today at Cherry Street Plaza (bringing festive cheer, live music and seasonal treats for all ages) where locals can enjoy a unique holiday experience. WPGA News
- ➤ Macon-Bibb County celebrated Little Richard Day Friday night with free tours and a documentary clip at the Little Richard House and Resource Center. The recreation department moved the outdoor event indoors because of inclement weather, marking the festival's five-year anniversary (a cherished tradition). WGXA
- ➤ Nutcracker of Middle Georgia announces its 40th-anniversary performance at Piedmont Grand Opera House from Dec. 10-14. The nonprofit plans to showcase 120 cast members from 13 dance schools as it honors four decades of tradition with a production building on a legacy of quality (and community) in Macon. The Macon Melody
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northeast High School has launched new house groups (aimed at boosting attendance) that offer weekly support and recognition to students. The new system comes as Bibb County attendance rates continue to improve. 13WMAZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Magendran Danapal, chief of vascular surgery at Atrium Health in Macon, advises residents this holiday season to make small dietary swaps and take 20-minute walks (in line with CDC and AHA guidelines) to reduce risks of clogged arteries and heart disease. The Macon Melody
-
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.
-
Public Ice Skating at Macon Coliseum
12-3 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a fun-filled public ice skating session in the heart of Macon.
-
Macon Mayhem vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers
6-7:30 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Parking $5 — Catch the thrilling hockey matchup as the Macon Mayhem face off against the Pensacola Ice Flyers.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It's not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Macon
Welcome to the Daily Macon, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Macon, Georgia community. If you like the Daily Macon, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Macon.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Macon and across Georgia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Macon
A free Macon community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailymacon.com/sitemap