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Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Macon News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Macon and Central Georgia. From local government and business developments to public safety, education, healthcare, community events, and everything happening across Bibb County and the surrounding region, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes each weekday. Whether you're a longtime resident, new to the area, or simply want to stay connected to one of Georgia’s most historic river cities…
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- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Mother Who Kidnapped Sisters Charged | Macon News
A chilling Amber Alert unfolded when Lakesha Brown, a woman with a disturbing pattern of deception, allegedly kidnapped two young sisters—four-year-old Zola…
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Macon’s Musical Mashup This Week | Macon News
Macon’s music scene is buzzing with soul, sound, and spectacle—Otis Redding vibes meet Memphis grit at the Macon x Memphis show starring Keia Johnson and…
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Whole Foods Produce Hacks That Save | Macon News
Whole Foods may seem pricey, but their produce section hides smart deals—like avocados for four for $5 (with Prime discount), pre-washed organic cauliflower…
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Tragic Fatality on I-475 This Morning | Macon News
A tragic crash on I-475 this morning claimed the life of an unidentified man struck by an 18-wheeler near the Zebulon Road exit—officials say he was attempting…
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Celebrate Teachers Who Make a Difference | Macon News
Celebrate the unsung heroes of education—teachers in Central Georgia who go above and beyond to inspire, empower, and transform lives. 13WMAZ’s “My Teacher Is…
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Central Football’s Rebirth Under New Coach | Macon News
Central High football’s two-season winless streak is finally turning around thanks to new head coach Jamoski Ward, who’s bringing back the old-school grit and…
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Water Main Break Shuts Down Schools | Macon News
A major water main break on Joiner Street shut down Dublin City Schools and West Laurens Middle School entirely on Wednesday, forcing cancellations for all…
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Bibb County Property Values Surge | Macon News
Bibb County property values jumped 12% this year due to updated state-mandated cost tables, affecting over 70,000 homes—but surprisingly few owners are…
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School Reopens After Bathroom Shooting | Macon News
Warner Robins High School is back in session after a devastating shooting in a school bathroom last week — a ninth grader shot by another ninth grader. The…
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Man Up Event Responds to Local Crisis | Macon News
Two local nonprofits are rushing to fill a critical gap after a shocking school shooting: they’re hosting a free “Man Up” mentorship event for young men ages…
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Anchor Glass Shutdown Leaves 168 Jobless | Macon News
Anchor Glass Container plant in Warner Robins shuts down abruptly, leaving 168 workers jobless with no warning—despite claims of strong financial health…
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GBI Wants Stephen Russell Ellis | Macon News
Wanted: 62-year-old Stephen Russell Ellis, armed and dangerous, last seen near Island Creek Church Road in Sparta. GBI has felony and misdemeanor warrants out…
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Fort Valley State Powers Local Economy | Macon News
Fort Valley State University is pumping nearly $200 million into the local economy, fueling 1,600 jobs—over 1,000 off-campus—and driving a 14% enrollment surge…
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Flock Cameras Misused by Georgia Officers | Macon News
Georgia law enforcement officers are facing serious scrutiny after multiple arrests and suspensions for misusing Flock Safety cameras—tools meant to track…
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Dublin School Board Suspended, New Appointments Urged | Macon News
Dublin’s school board just got suspended—every eligible member—after Georgia’s Board of Education recommended it and Governor Kemp acted. Now, a fast-moving…
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Shooting at Warner Robins High School | Macon News
A chilling school shooting at Warner Robins High School has left one student injured and the community shaken, as a 14-year-old accused shooter, Denzelle…
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Piedmont Macon Expands Healthcare Access | Macon News
Piedmont Macon marks its 5th anniversary with major healthcare expansion across middle Georgia—opening 5 new primary care offices, 7 urgent care locations, and…
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Deputy Sentenced for Brutal Inmate Assault | Macon News
A former Bibb County jail deputy just received a 10-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to brutally assaulting a female inmate during a court escort —…
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Georgia Supreme Court Upholds Milton's Life Sentence | Macon News
The Georgia Supreme Court has upheld Peggy Milton’s life sentence after reviewing her felony murder conviction, rejecting her claims of self-defense and…
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Frank Beard ZZ Top Drummer Passes | Macon News
ZZ Top’s legendary drummer Frank Beard, the steady heartbeat behind the band’s iconic blues-rock sound for over fifty years, has died at 77. A pillar of the…
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Coyote vs Acme Finally Finds Its Release | Macon News
A long-lost Looney Tunes gem starring Will Forte, Lana Condor, and John Cena is finally getting its big screen debut after being shelved by Warner Bros. in…
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Dublin School Board Suspended | Macon News
Seven members of the Dublin City School Board are suspended after a $20 million shortfall exposed years of financial mismanagement — the former finance chief…
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I-75 Left Lane Closed Near I-16 | Macon News
Drivers on I-75 south near Macon brace for delays—GDOT shut down the left lane between mile markers 166 and 165 due to severe asphalt separation from the…
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Banana Bowl Championship Coming | Macon News
Banana Ball is throwing down its first-ever championship, the Banana Bowl, on October 10th at Nationals Park in D.C., pitting the Savannah Bananas against five…
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Collins’ Life Sentence Upheld | Macon News
Nicholas Collins’ bid to escape life without parole after fatally shooting Larvondrick Wright in a 2020 domestic dispute has been rejected by Georgia’s highest…
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Charges Dropped Against Fox in Double Homicide | Macon News
Trequan Raquez Fox, accused of two fatal shootings in May 2021, has had charges dropped after prosecutors admit their case collapsed due to a suppressed…
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Georgia's Billionaires and the Tech Wealth Divide | Macon News
Georgia’s billionaire scene is electrifying—Chick-fil-A’s Cathy family dominates with $12B each, while fintech and email marketing moguls like David Zalik, Ben…
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Gridiron Classic Rivals Battle | Macon News
The local football season is heating up with the third annual Gridiron Classic featuring four high-stakes games, including crosstown clashes. Central High, led…
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The Man Who Built ESPN | Macon News
The visionary behind ESPN, Bill Rasmussen, has died at 93, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped sports media. His bold dream? A 24/7 all-sports channel — a…
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Anchor Glass Closes Warner Robins Plant | Macon News
Anchor Glass is shutting down its Warner Robins, Georgia plant immediately, laying off 150 workers as demand declines and competition rises. The company says…
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Kyle Busch Day Celebrated by NASCAR | Macon News
NASCAR is honoring Kyle Busch with a special “Kyle Busch Day” on August 18th, celebrating his iconic 8 and 18 racing legacy through a marathon of his greatest…
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Peacock Raises Prices Again | Macon News
Peacock just raised prices on all tiers for new subscribers — and existing users will see the hike starting September 17. After four price hikes in four years…
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Gas Leak Closes South Lee Street in Forsyth | Macon News
Gas leak shuts down South Lee Street in Forsyth, Georgia—between Sharp St and Freeman Ave—forcing detours. No reopening timeline yet, but city says safety…
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Water Crisis Hits Collier Road | Macon News
Water main rupture on Collier Road shut off service for hours, and even after repairs, a boil water advisory affects Collier Road, Smith Road, Orchard Ridge…
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Top Public Colleges for Value | Macon News
Want the best bang for your buck in public college? A new SmartAsset report ranks schools by cost, graduation rates, and alumni earnings—University of Florida…
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Macon's Seafood Showdown Final Two | Macon News
Macon’s seafood showdown heats up as Jim Shaw’s and Miramar battle for the crown—voting ends Friday at noon. From 15 contenders, these two heavyweights are…
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Heat Wave Hits Central Georgia | Macon News
Central Georgia’s sweltering heat isn’t breaking—temperatures hit 98°F yesterday and will stay in the upper 90s through Thursday, with heat indexes making it…
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Hayden Panettiere’s Tragic Passing | Macon News
Hayden Panettiere, the beloved star of “Nashville” and “Heroes,” died at just 36, leaving fans and colleagues heartbroken. Known for her powerhouse…
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Measles Surge Threatens U.S. Communities | Macon News
Measles is roaring back with over 2,500 U.S. cases this year—more than the entire prior year—and Georgia’s not immune, with outbreaks tied to travelers and…
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Penn State Fraternity Cocaine Ring | Macon News
Fourteen people, including five Penn State students, face charges in a massive cocaine trafficking ring centered in two fraternity houses—Delta Upsilon and…
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Georgia College Welcomes Record Freshmen | Macon News
Georgia College and State University is buzzing with energy as it welcomes a record-breaking freshman class of over 1,800 students and 52 new faculty members…
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Alice in Chains Icon Returns | Macon News
Alice in Chains’ “Man in the Box” is making a triumphant return to the Billboard Hard Rock Streaming Songs chart—its 43rd week on the charts, 35 years after…
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Macon Film Festival Returns with Indigenous Spotlight | Macon News
Get ready for the Macon Film Festival’s 21st year — a cinematic celebration running Thursday through Sunday with films that span genres, cultures, and…
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Mahjong Makes a Comeback in Middle Georgia | Macon News
Mahjong is making a major comeback across Middle Georgia—and nationwide—as people seek real-world connection after years of digital overload. From fancy tile…
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Williams Sisters Return in Doubles Drama | Macon News
Venus and Serena Williams made a dramatic return to doubles play after a six-year hiatus, battling fiercely in a wild-card match that had fans on the edge…
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Big Ten Surges, Indiana Falls | Macon News
Ohio State and Oregon top the AP preseason poll for the first time since the Big Ten’s golden era, with Georgia, Notre Dame, and Texas rounding out the top…
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Lieutenant Resigns After Bodycam Outburst | Macon News
A Georgia lieutenant resigned after bodycam footage revealed him making shocking, unprofessional remarks during an arrest—comments that sparked immediate…
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Superintendent's Secret Credit Card | Macon News
Bibb County School District scrambles to fix financial oversight after superintendent’s secret $41K credit card spree—most spent on conferences, plus…
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Deputy Saves Life at School Shooting | Macon News
A school resource deputy saved a student’s life after a shooting at Warner Robins High School—acting instantly to apply tourniquets and stabilize the victim…
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26 Animals Rescued in Lamar County | Macon News
Lamar County Animal Services pulled off a massive rescue—26 animals, including 22 cats and 4 dogs, saved from a suspected cruelty case on Bell Road. All are…
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Officers Rescue Kitten from Storm Drain | Macon News
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office pulled off an epic rescue when animal enforcement officers and firefighters teamed up to save a kitten trapped deep in a storm…
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Macon Levels Up Sports Tourism | Macon News
Macon’s sports tourism just got a major upgrade with the opening of Field Number Seven at Carolyn Crayton Park, designed to host baseball and softball…
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School Reopens After Shooting Incident | Macon News
After a shocking shooting at Warner Robins High School left a ninth grader injured, the community came together in powerful solidarity—wearing school colors…
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I-75 Closures Impact Commuters | Macon News
Drivers on I-75 North through Bibb County brace for daily lane closures until year’s end—adding serious headaches to commutes, especially with summer heat—and…
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Habitat Builds Homes on Own Lot | Macon News
Habitat for Humanity in Macon is turning its own parking lot into a neighborhood game-changer—building two new homes right on their headquarters grounds…
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Federal Boost Saves Life-Saving Food | Macon News
A Georgia nonprofit making life-saving therapeutic food for malnourished kids is getting a $100 million federal lifeline after facing near-collapse from…
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O.J. Brigance: Triumph on and off the Field | Macon News
O.J. Brigance, the Super Bowl-winning Ravens linebacker who made history with the first tackle in the 2001 game and later became a senior advisor for player…
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Arrest in Fatal Fort Valley Shooting | Macon News
A year after Devonte McMillian was fatally shot in Fort Valley, police have arrested 25-year-old Justin Clark, who faces murder and aggravated assault charges…
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Macon’s Empty Streets and Governorial Plans | Macon News
In Macon, Georgia, the new Mule Barn coffee shop is thriving downtown, drawing regulars including courthouse workers — but across the street, Cotton Avenue…
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Baldwin County Bus Delays Due to Driver Shortage | Macon News
Baldwin County schools are in chaos over bus delays caused by a shocking nine-driver shortage—forcing parents to personally chauffeur kids and scrambling the…