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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!
Car Crash Knocks Out Power in Tennille | Macon News
A fiery car crash on Smith Street in Tennille, Georgia, early Friday morning sent a vehicle careening into a light pole — sparking flames and knocking out…
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Northeast Storms Leave Destruction in Wake | Macon News
Severe storms slammed the Northeast Thursday, unleashing tornado-like waterspouts and flash floods that left devastation in their wake—from wrecked beach clubs…
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New Hires Under Identity Thief Fire | Macon News
New hires are prime targets for identity thieves exploiting their vulnerable onboarding phase—scammers flood in with fake emails, urgent requests, and phishing…
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Sonny Carter Saved by Community Pushback | Macon News
Bibb County school officials are facing fierce community resistance as they revisit plans to close Sonny Carter Elementary — a high-performing school beloved…
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Pleasant Hill Landing Revives Neighborhood | Macon News
Pleasant Hill Landing is transforming Macon’s historic, long-vacant Pleasant Hill neighborhood with 64 income-based apartments and ground-floor shops —…
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Etiquette Is Making a Comeback | Macon News
Etiquette is vanishing in our rush to be individual, but a sold-out class at The Cannonball House is reviving old-school manners for third to sixth-grade…
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Teen Suicide Survivor Turns Pain Into Purpose | Macon News
At just 21, Kiersten Sanford is turning her painful past into a powerful mission—using her own suicide attempt at 16 to launch “You Are Wanted,” a movement…
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Georgia Farms Face Financial Crisis | Macon News
Georgia lawmakers are racing against time to save family farms and forestry from financial collapse, as soaring costs threaten the next generation of…
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Metal Detectors Coming to Houston County Schools | Macon News
Houston County Schools is rolling out metal detectors in all middle and high schools within weeks, a direct response to a recent shooting at Warner Robins High…
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Macon Film Festival Revives Downtown | Macon News
The Macon Film Festival is back for its 21st year, pumping life into downtown with movie screenings, filmmaker meetups, and college student films — all while…
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Cadet Caught Bringing Meth to Prison | Macon News
A former Georgia prison cadet, Julius Deshawn Williams Junior, faces 10 years in prison plus 5 years supervised release after attempting to smuggle half a…
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NFL Player Joins Transfer Portal | Macon News
DaeQuan Wright, an NFL player turned college transfer portal pioneer, is leading a historic legal push for a fifth year of eligibility—making him the first…
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Dublin Building Fire Mystery | Macon News
A massive fire tore through Dublin’s Proline Commercial Services building Wednesday night, sending flames and smoke sky-high as firefighters battled from the…
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Houston Schools Hit 30-Year Low Millage | Macon News
Houston County Schools just hit their lowest millage rate in over 30 years—11.677 mills—thanks to a renewed E-SPLOST and booming local economy, delivering big…
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Two Days of Fall Explained | Macon News
Fall officially kicks off twice—September 1st for weather folks and September 22nd for astronomers. Meteorologists use calendar months for consistency, while…
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Dublin Water Crisis Resolved | Macon News
Dublin, Georgia’s boil water advisory is officially over after a water main break sent shockwaves through the community — but don’t panic, the fix was fast and…
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Monroe County’s New Agriculture Center | Macon News
Monroe County is set to unveil a groundbreaking agriculture center—a long-awaited hub for farmers, mentors, and the next generation of growers. Designed to…
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Eight Arrested in Georgia Trafficking Sting | Macon News
Eight arrested in massive Georgia human trafficking sting after teen vanished in December 2025; Kathleen Lowery among them, accused of trafficking a…
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Head-On Crash in Sumter County | Macon News
A deadly head-on crash in Sumter County left one dead and another in critical condition after a vehicle crossed the median on Highway 308, slamming into a…
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Dublin Upgrades Wastewater Plant | Macon News
Dublin’s city council just approved the first phase of a major wastewater plant upgrade, costing nearly $2 million — including $500K from a state grant and…
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Man Escapes Domestic Arrest in High-Speed Chase | Macon News
A 29-year-old man, Louibens Noel, wanted for a domestic dispute, bolted in a box truck after deputies tried to pull him over, sparking a high-speed, reckless…
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Cadet Smuggled Meth Into Prison | Macon News
A former correctional officer cadet, 29-year-old Julius Deshawn Williams Jr., just received a 10-year sentence for smuggling half a kilo of pure meth into…
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Houston Schools Roll Out Metal Detectors | Macon News
Houston County Schools are deploying metal detectors in every middle and high school following a recent shooting at Warner Robins High, signaling a major…
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So What Now | Macon News
What if your biggest breakthroughs come from the messiest moments? In this episode, the host dives into how chaos can be your greatest teacher—sharing real…
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Former Officer Arrested for Child Sexual Battery | Macon News
Former Gray Police officer William Hathaway, 54, arrested by GBI on charges of sexual battery against a minor under 16 — allegations surfaced July 12, occurred…
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Macon-Bibb Pedestrian Safety Update | Macon News
Macon-Bibb County’s pedestrian safety is in crisis, with fatalities hitting a new high since 2023—but there’s reason for cautious optimism. New data shows…
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Dutch Bros Coffee in Macon Delivers Warmth and Flavor | Macon News
Dutch Bros Coffee just landed in Macon, Georgia, bringing bold drinks, customizable flavors, and a seriously friendly vibe. The reviewer tried the massive…
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Man Charged After Punching Firefighter | Macon News
Damion Sparks is facing felony charges after allegedly punching a Warner Robins firefighter during an emergency call—reportedly while the responder was helping…
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Pedestrian Deaths Rise Despite Safer Streets | Macon News
Macon-Bibb County is facing a deadly spike in pedestrian crashes—despite overall traffic falling, pedestrian fatalities and injuries are soaring, fueled by…
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Case Against Trequan Fox Dropped | Macon News
Murder charges against Trequan Fox have been dropped after prosecutors conceded the case couldn’t be proven beyond a reasonable doubt — a key incriminating…
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Jaives Fountain Gets 40 Years in Jail | Macon News
Jaives Fountain, already locked up on a double murder charge he was acquitted of, just got hit with a 40-year sentence—20 of which will be served behind…
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Lānaʻi Lions Survive Hurricane Lala | Macon News
Hurricane Lala tore through Hawaii, but the Lānaʻi Cat Sanctuary’s 700+ feline residents — affectionately called the Lānaʻi Lions — came out unscathed thanks…
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Amber Alert Rescue of Two Sisters | Macon News
Two young sisters, an 11-month-old and a 4-year-old, were rescued after an Amber Alert triggered a high-stakes police operation in Atlanta. Using cell phone…
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Dodge County Jail Dryer Fire Contained | Macon News
Dodge County Jail Dryer Fire Contained | Macon News
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Mercedes-Benz Stadium Tops NFL and Food | Macon News
Mercedes-Benz Stadium just crushed it again—crowned 1 NFL stadium and 1 for food in 2026 by USA Today’s fan-voted 10Best Awards. After last year’s runner-up…
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Deputy Charged for License Plate Abuse | Macon News
Another Cherokee County deputy, Jerry Shellhouse, is facing felony and misdemeanor charges for allegedly misusing the department’s license plate reader system…
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Beauty Academy Empowers Mothers to Succeed | Macon News
In Peach County, Georgia, Victoria Brown’s dream of empowering mothers through beauty education has become reality with the launch of The Beauty Academy…
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Warner Robins Rebuilds Downtown | Macon News
Warner Robins just pulled the trigger on its biggest downtown demolition yet—tearing down four buildings on North Davis Drive, clearing 20,000 square feet to…
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Macon’s Music Legends Get New Signage | Macon News
Macon just unveiled dazzling new wayfinding pillars downtown that turn navigation into a musical journey—honoring legends like Otis Redding, the Allman…
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Fentanyl Crisis in Georgia | Macon News
U.S. Attorney Will Keyes is sounding the alarm on fentanyl, calling it a top priority in the Middle District of Georgia as he prepares to spotlight National…
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Dublin’s Water Crisis Hits Local Businesses | Macon News
A water main break in Dublin, Georgia, plunged the city into chaos—cutting off water service and forcing a boil-water advisory that shut down restaurants and…
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Dublin Georgia Fire and Outages | Macon News
Dublin, Georgia, faced a chaotic Wednesday night as firefighters battled a massive blaze at a downtown pressure washing business, sending towering smoke into…
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Milledgeville Water Main Breaks Again | Macon News
Milledgeville’s latest water main break near Legacy Way is leaving residents without service, with no word on how many are affected or when repairs will…
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Warner Robins Demolishes for Downtown Revival | Macon News
Warner Robins is tearing down four empty downtown buildings on North Davis Drive as part of its bold Operation Reawaken plan to transform the area into a…
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Macon Could Hit 100 Degrees Soon | Macon News
Macon’s heatwave is heating up — with a real shot at hitting 100 degrees before summer’s over, possibly as early as Thursday or Friday. While the nation sees a…
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Mayor’s Power Stripped by City Council | Macon News
Fort Valley’s city council has moved to severely curtail Mayor Shakeena Reeves’ power, stripping her of credit and fuel cards, seizing her work laptop and…
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Dublin Water Crisis After Major Break | Macon News
A massive water main break on Joiner Street in Dublin, Georgia, plunged the city into chaos overnight—leaving thousands without water and triggering a boil…
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Box Truck Chase Across Counties | Macon News
Box Truck Chase Across Counties | Macon News
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Predator Crosses States to Abuse Child | Macon News
A predator who used social media to groom a 12-year-old girl, then traveled from Ohio to Georgia to meet her, just got a 20-year prison sentence — with the…
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Von Miller Trades Jersey for Chicken | Macon News
Von Miller’s back in Dallas, ready to dominate the field — and maybe the jersey market. The Cowboys’ veteran linebacker is eyeing number 40, and his offer? A…
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470 New Life Jackets for Georgia Waters | Macon News
Georgia’s water safety just got a major upgrade thanks to a $11,000 donation from Friends of Georgia State Parks—funding 470 new life jackets and fully…
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Central Georgia Schools Shine in National Rankings | Macon News
Central Georgia’s top high schools are shining in U.S. News rankings—with The Academy for Classical Education in Bibb County soaring to 13 statewide and 497…
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Dublin Schools Stay Closed Amid Water Crisis | Macon News
Dublin schools stay shut for day two as water main break chaos ripples through the city—offices closed, water restored but still unsafe to drink. With a boil…
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Mattel Turns UNO Into a $50K Tournament | Macon News
Mattel’s turning UNO into a full-blown competitive sport—with a $50,000 grand prize, live qualifiers across the country, and digital tournaments starting…
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Tulane Tops Party School Rankings | Macon News
Tulane University tops USA Today’s list of America’s top 25 party schools, thanks to its electric New Orleans vibe and nonstop nightlife. Joining it in the top…
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Secret Recording Disallowed in Shooting Case | Macon News
A Macon judge just struck down a secretly recorded conversation between accused shooter Travis Robinson and his mom — ruling it illegal eavesdropping that…
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Milledgeville Youth Campus Gets Modern Makeover | Macon News
Governor Kemp has approved the demolition of aging buildings at the Milledgeville Youth Development Campus to make way for a modern, 48-bed facility designed…
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Dublin Water Crisis Hits Hard | Macon News
Dublin’s water main burst overnight on Joiner Street sent crews into all-night mode — and while they got the flow restored, a boil water advisory now covers…
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Anchor Glass Shutdown: Jobs Ahead | Macon News
Anchor Glass plant closure leaves 168 workers jobless, but Houston County’s Development Authority is stepping in with a powerful support plan — 75 local jobs…
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AI Is Creating Finance Jobs | Macon News
AI isn’t killing finance jobs—it’s creating a surge in demand for experienced pros. New data shows a 39% jump in hiring for finance consultants, outpacing all…