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Macon Honors Otis Redding with Street Dedication | Macon News
Macon honors Otis Redding with a street dedication on his 85th birthday, renaming Cotton Avenue’s historic stretch “Otis Redding Way” — a tribute to the King of Soul who launched his career in the city. Surrounded by family and officials, the mayor unveiled the sign at the corner of Cotton and Cherry, where Redding helped birth the legendary Capricorn Records. His daughter Karla recalled his deep love for Macon, now home to the Otis Redding Center for the Arts and museum. The center empowers local youth through music and arts education, fostering pride and confidence. The weekend’s…
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