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Hey Macon, hope your week’s off to a good start! Overlooked Peach State getaways, Michelle Cann at the Jubilee Artists Series, a Valentine’s pop-up market, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Overlooked Peach State getaways: A recent feature highlights six dreamy Georgia small towns perfect for a weekend road trip from Macon, including Ellijay, Tallulah Falls, Dahlonega, Ball Ground, and Thomasville — explore six scenic escapes.
Community called to action: On January 30, Bibb Superintendent Dan Sims delivered an unconventional ‘We Are the Promise’ address at Central High, urging Macon to defend public schools as students shared performances and testimonials — see what’s at stake.
Motorists urged to slow down: On February 2, Bibb County deputies stopped a driver going 75 in a 45 on Riverside Drive. The sheriff’s office says speeding crackdowns continue to improve safety in Macon — read the full story.
Showcasing classical excellence on campus: Mercer’s Jubilee Artists Series celebrates pioneering women in music at Fickling Hall. Seraph Brass performed Feb. 5. Grammy-winning Michelle Cann will perform March 13, with a free symposium March 14 — see dates and event details.
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade.
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.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
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🫶 We got your back
More ways to stay well: Piedmont has opened a second primary care clinic in North Macon at Bass Road. The site offers well and sick visits, annual exams, preventive care, chronic condition management, care coordination, and women’s health. It adds more options close to home for families in and around Macon. Get all the details.
Your neighbors are Googling you: It’s uncomfortable but true — employers, new friends, even other parents at school pickup search names all the time. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up first, it can shape opinions before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so your first impression actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s someone you care about, you can help them too.
Local developments and milestones: Macon’s arena construction is set to start this summer, with opening planned in 2028 for hockey, concerts, and trade shows. The Creek 100.9 named Susie Cowan general manager. Lowe Toyota donated $100 per vehicle to United in Pink. The Port of Savannah had its second busiest year in 2025. Get all the details.
Gold is having a moment: Between inflation headlines, market swings, and growing global uncertainty, precious metals are (again) in the spotlight. American Hartford is currently offering up to $25,000 in free silver when you open a qualified account. They’ll also help you set up a penalty-free gold IRA with a lowest price guarantee, no buyback fees, and 7-day price protection.
Time to make noise: Whether you’re learning scales or chasing tone nirvana, Young America Music Schools offers lessons, repairs, rentals, and a relaxed, no-pressure shop vibe. Family-owned since 1990, they’re genuinely helpful when gear glitches right before practice, keeping Macon musicians moving with know-how, kindness, and a bench that actually fixes things.
A second opinion never hurts: Not every financial advisor is the right fit, and it’s okay to explore your options. Unbiased matches you with an advisor based on your personal situation, giving you a chance to ask questions in a free, no-pressure conversation to see if the fit makes sense. No obligation — just helpful advice.
Straighten things out: If your 2026 goal is fewer closed-lip grins, Duval Orthodontics uses braces, clear aligners like Invisalign, and orthodontic appliances to fine-tune your teeth and bite. They’re local, with a Macon location, and offer teledentistry new‑patient consults so you can start the smile glow‑up without reworking your week.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🖤 Black History Month Performance @ Miller Fine Arts Magnet Middle School | Wednesday (2/11) at 6:30 PM – Head to the historic Douglass Theatre for Georgia on My Mind, a Black History Month salute to Georgia’s historians, leaders, and change-makers. Macon knows a good story, and these students deliver with music, movement, and spoken word. Real pride, real stories, zero fluff. Tickets: https://www.onthestage.tickets/miller-magnet-middle-school
💘 Valentine’s Day Pop-Up Market @ Houston County Galleria | Thursday (2/12) at 10:00 AM – Skip the panic roses and swing by the Houston County Galleria Valentine’s Pop-Up Market for handmade gifts, local vendors, and dangerously good sweets. It’s mall walking with purpose, and a painless way to look thoughtful, support small businesses, and treat yourself.
🌱 February Terrarium Class @ Fig and Ivy Plant Shop | Thursday (2/12) at 3:00 PM – Trade the roses for rocks and moss, and build a pint-sized paradise at a Valentine-themed terrarium class. Perfect for date night, friends night, or a treat-yourself reset, with good vibes, zero yard work, and bragging rights. Spots are limited, so snag tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981527562280?aff=oddtdtcreator
This weekend
🚗 NAPA Cruise-In @ NAPA Auto Parts | Saturday (2/14) at 11:00 AM – Our freshly opened NAPA is throwing a Cruise-In, and yes, the grill and the speakers are coming too. All cars, trucks, imports, and bikes are welcome to Macon’s only NAPA lot for low-key bragging rights, greasy-fingered chatter, and that just-right burger smoke.
🧶 Love at First Tuft @ Wanna Tuft Studio | Saturday (2/14) at 12:00 PM – Skip the prix fixe and get crafty on Valentine’s Day at Wanna Tuft Studios. Try tufting or drip-n-paint, enjoy a sweet studio setup and pro photos, and leave with something you want to keep. Two sessions, bring a date, a friend, or go solo.
🎤 Family Karaoke @ American Legion | Sunday (2/15) at 2:00 PM – Grab the crew and hit the Legion ballroom for family karaoke, open to the public and under-21s. Let the kids belt their future Grammy audition, then show them how a proper Journey chorus is done. Bring a sharable snack, and call it dinner.
🎨 Parent/Child Facepaint Jam @ The Belltower | Sunday (2/15) at 2:00 PM – Valentine season calls for face paint, high tea, and zero pressure at The Belltower Collective. Pair up with your favorite kiddo for professional, skin-safe paints, a starter kit per pair, simple demos, jewelry making, and photo ops, then leave with memories, not sugar crashes.
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📻 Macon report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 74°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 71°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 49%
A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. West wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A slight chance of rain showers before 7pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 42. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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