Macon, GA news on Wednesday, October 21, 2026
In Macon, GA on Wednesday, October 21, 2026: Macon girls flag football, health screening, fall festival this week. Also: Piedmont Macon offers free Know Your Numbers health screening tomorrow, October 22; Free fall festival and coat drive at local church Friday, October 24. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with a high of 77°F and low of 50°F.
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- Piedmont Macon offers free Know Your Numbers health screening tomorrow, October 22.41NBC News ·
- Free fall festival and coat drive at local church Friday, October 24.41NBC News ·
- Bibb County commissioners approved $30 million bond for future Costco location in Macon.WMAZ ·
News & local government
Safety & emergencies
- Two teenage brothers arrested in connection to armed robberies on Facebook Marketplace in Macon.13WMAZ ·
Events & going out
- Jazz and Arts on Riverdale Festival returns for its 23rd year in Macon.Macon Telegraph ·
- Georgia singer Corey Smith performs 21st-anniversary tour stop in Macon.13WMAZ ·
Food & drink
- Macon Burger Week begins next week with 26 participating restaurants offering special burgers.WMAZ ·
Culture & arts
- Disney On Ice performers visiting patients at Macon children's hospital today.WMAZ ·
- Living Gallery event in Macon combines art, fashion, food and performances.Macon Telegraph ·
Community & volunteering
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