Macon, GA news on Thursday, October 22, 2026

In Macon, GA on Thursday, October 22, 2026: Hispanic Festival this Saturday; new support for grieving mothers. Also: Macon-Bibb Hispanic Festival returns Saturday for its 5th year celebrating local diversity; Free program launches for mothers grieving child loss in Central Georgia. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with temperatures between 51°F and 78°F.

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Macon-Bibb Hispanic Festival returns Saturday for its 5th year celebrating local diversity.Macon-Bibb County · Oct 22, 11:51 AM

News & local government

Trump rally originally planned for Macon now moved to tactical training center in Perry.WGXA · Oct 20, 12:22 PM

Safety & emergencies

Bibb deputies seeking man who opened fire at Dollar General and Chevron gas station.13WMAZ · Oct 21, 4:51 PM

Community & volunteering

Free program launches for mothers grieving child loss in Central Georgia.WGXA · Oct 21, 9:42 PM
Ex-Central Georgia gang member now helping kids in gangs choose better path.13WMAZ · Oct 21, 8:47 PM

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