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The event begins Friday in Fort Valley, with events scheduled Saturday and next weekend in Byron.

This weekend in Middle Georgia there are many performances from local bands as well as musicians just passing through. Music fans can catch a wide variety of music, from a Prince tribute show at The Society Garden to a rising country music star at The Hummingbird Stage and Taproom's 18th Birthday celebration. Below are just a select few of the live musical performances taking place this weekend.

MACON, Ga. — Owner of Fur Fix Patti Jones wasn't barking up the wrong tree when she began offering hydrotherapy for dogs two years ago. Friday, she worked with Sally, an 11-year-old yellow lab whose playful spirit left her with arthritis in 2020. "She was having trouble going to...

🎉 Hey there, party people! Are you ready for an unforgettable night of music and fun? 🎶. Get ready to dance the night away with Purple Madness, the country's leading Prince Tribute band, as they take the stage with special guests Morris Day and the TIME Tribute band! 🤩

📢 Ladies, get ready for the ultimate girls' night out! 🎉🍸💃. HUNKS The Show is coming to Mr E's Sportsbar and Grill in Macon, GA on June 4th, 2023, and tickets are on sale NOW! 🎟️

MACON, Ga. — If there's one thing you can get in Macon, it's a great tray of chicken wings. From flats to drums, these restaurants serve up some of the best wings around. * (Venues are listed in no particular order) 1. Piedmont Brewery and Kitchen. Piedmont is a...

The newly opened Brickhouse Pub & Grub in Macon offers a creativity designed interior, plenty of space for live entertainment, and classic pub food. Brickhouse Pub & Grub welcomes guests with an arresting display of celebrity mugshots on the walls. The establishment's commitment to unique decor adds an interesting element to your dining experience.

The show features artists DSTO Moore, Kevin 'Scene' Lewis and Chris Wind aka The Ema. Three artists with three unique styles all in one night. Point of View: A multi-artist narrative is an art show opening at the 567 Center for Renewal on June First Friday. The show features artists...

Echo walks on Greek Row at Mercer University and greets her friends coming out of classes. She has been a resident at Mercer for several months now and her experience has been overwhelmingly positive. Echo is a golden retriever puppy. Student Angel Terry received accommodations for Echo to live with...

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgians and visitors are invited to celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday with a guided tour of the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail. Organized by NewTown Macon and Bike Walk Macon, the tour starts at 9 a.m. and wraps up at noon. The free event, happening...

Think specialty pizzas, wings and desserts and Italian ice, soft-serve ice cream and a signature frozen treat.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As summer temperatures rise, health officials from Community Health Works and Piedmont Medical Center urge Middle Georgia residents to protect their skin from excessive sun exposure and tanning beds, both of which can significantly increase the risk of skin cancer. “In moderation, a little bit...

My first time in Macon, GA. It’s a great ride from Augusta….not too far and pretty scenic on the way—Day Trip From Augusta: Macon, GA – 2hr, 11min. First on my list was the Big House, fans of the southern rock group, The Allman Brothers, know this is the house where the band lived together for a few years in the 70s. I can only imagine what an average week there would have been like.

🍰👰🏼‍♀️ Hey friends! Are you ready for some sweet treats and wedding planning fun? Join me this weekend for the Wedding Cake Tasting event at Oh Honey Baking Co. 🎉

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Kids are out of school for the summer and spending more time at home. If you want to keep your home in some sort of order, professional organizer Darra McClendon says it’s important to keep a routine. McClendon created Simply Ordered Solutions, a...

It’s your chance to really be one with nature.

FORSYTH, Ga. (WGXA) -- A popular Monroe County restaurant has shut its doors. The French Market and Tavern in Forsyth announced its closing on Friday. The restaurant said it had come to "a very difficult decision to close our doors as of today." While the company did not say why...

Attention all Macon residents, an exciting and transformative event is coming your way this weekend! On May 27, 2023, at 7:00 pm EST, join Elder Nichelle Kyles and Prophetess Chakeva Norman for "Set A Blaze: One Night of Fire (The Ruth & Naomi Experience)" at 860 Pio Nono Avenue.

My kids are at an age where they love live music, so when I heard about Bragg Jam, a progressive concert in downtown Macon, GA, we made a date to go with the teens. With multiple stages and dozens of bands, it’s a lot to take in, and we weren’t sure what to expect.

LAS VEGAS — People continue to mourn the loss of Rock and Roll Legend Tina Turner, but one woman in Central Georgia is honoring her career as she heads to the big stage in Las Vegas. Michelle Marshall is about to jump-start her Las Vegas residency by paying tribute...