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Hello Macon! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Helms College’s new health services school, gold’s hot streak and silver’s buzz, and glass bunny experience + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.

📰 In the news

Expanding regional healthcare workforce: Helms College has launched a School of Health Services at the Macon Eisenhower Parkway campus to train medical assistants. Classes start in April, supported by a $20 million Goodwill campaign — learn about the new school.

Regional advocacy shapes growth agenda: Middle Georgia leaders visited the Gold Dome for Macon Day, spotlighting priorities like Ocmulgee Mounds funding, tourism, and transit. Macon-Bibb was recognized, and Mayor Lester Miller met with Macon representatives — explore the legislative priorities.

Advancing regional growth strategy: Texas-based CC Consultants has opened a Macon office and named Alex Vondra to lead it, positioning a Central Georgia hub and evaluating growth through team retention and operational development — get details on Macon expansion.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Grandparents shop early for kids’ boutique finds
• Explore big rigs and food trucks
• Jam out at Sweet Georgia Jamz
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now

🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+

Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance

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From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.

As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.

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Tapas night, solved. Miramar Raw Bar and Tapas serves shareable tapas, fresh oysters, and cocktails in an upscale casual setting. Perfect for date night or a midweek treat, the menu invites grazing with friends, lingering over bites and sips that keep the conversation flowing.

Pedal-ready pick: Trails calling? Roll into Bike Tech Macon for reliable repairs, smart fits, and a deep lineup of bikes, e-bikes, and gear from locals who ride. Consider it your nudge to dust off weekend plans and cruise the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail.

Make movie night easy: Between fresh releases and the occasional throwback, AmStar Macon scratches the big-screen itch with zero fuss. There’s online seat selection, popcorn the size of your forearm, and a weeknight win that doesn’t require crossing town or negotiating the couch.

Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🧺 The Macon Market @ stARTup Studios | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Think you can just browse? This two-day indoor market at stARTup Studios turns the first weekend of every month into a climate-controlled treasure hunt, with art, vintage finds, handmade goods, and treats. Support makers, see neighbors, leave with something you didn’t know you needed.

🎓 Georgia Academy For The Blind Senior Fundraiser @ Georgia Academy For The Blind | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Think your cornhole swagger holds up under pressure? BYO partner and toss for a cause at the Georgia Academy for the Blind senior fundraiser, with a competitive bracket paying $1,000, a fun division with gift cards, rounders, double elimination, all for $40 a team.

🐾 Historic Vineville Mardi Gras Pet Pawrade @ Oak Haven Park (English Avenue) | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Break out the beads and the good leash, because Vineville’s doing Mardi Gras for the dogs. A breezy 0.6-mile stroll from Oak Haven Park to the greenspace at Rogers and Clayton, with food, neighbors, and bragging rights. Free, register, and keep the furballs leashed.

🐰 Glass Bunny Experience @ Startup Studios | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – If your shelves need a charming upgrade, come craft glass bunny sculptures with supplies, patient guidance, and steady vibes provided. Beginners and secret artists welcome. Pick up your masterpiece after the annealing cycle, then smugly display it, and bring a friend to nod approvingly.

📚 Furever After Rescue Book Club @ Bear’s Books | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – Bring glasses and a dog-loving heart to Bear’s Books for a new book club reading Theo of Golden, with discussion, stories, and snuggles. Finally, a club where dog hair on sweaters counts as flair. Clara, a rescue sweetheart, will be the VIP, and yes, adoptable.

🎸 Jupiter Coyote @ The Society Garden | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – Jupiter Coyote is back at The Society Garden, so dust off those college-era knees and pretend you still know all the words. It’s all ages, which means bring the kids, the neighbors, and your nostalgia, then call it a wholesome night out with a solid soundtrack.

🏞 March Nature Day @ Amerson River Park | Sunday (3/8) at 3:00 PM – Take a lap at the playground through Amerson River Park’s StoryWalk as Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring sets the mood. Then make a wind chime to take home, free, and we’ll politely ignore the pollen while the grandkids run off energy.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 Macon report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 79°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 1%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. Southeast wind around 0 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 57. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 82°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 7%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 61.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

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