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by BRAD EVANS

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omeone took to sending me clips from our old Cox TV show, The 11th Hour, this week, and everyone I watched made me smile. Having Chris Horne around, especially before he got so serious, was a lot of fun. One show in particular had Chris and our intern Drew Smith dressed up as pirates going after the Lake Tobo DNR. I think about all that stuff we used to do, and I start to feel old. I also got a few upset phone calls and facebook exchanges about our last issue. No. 1 was Scott Baston, lead singer of St. Francis, and a good friend of mine. He wanted to let us know that St. Francis also entered the Gateway Music Competition and consider themselves a Macon band despite him living outside Athens these days.

Sean Pritchard wrote that Floco was the only local band that entered the competition. We didn’t mean this as a slight buddy, and you know we love you.

I also got an as-yet unexplained facebook boycott by a Jubee and the Morning After band member, and a boycott from a Go Away Breath Easy Macon member pissed that I wrote about not caring about a smoking ban in Macon. That was just my opinion, which I’m entitled to, and as you can see on the cover, a fair, balanced article waits inside. As for the Jubee band member,

I’m sorry I couldn’t fit both full bands on the cover. We fight with deadlines every two weeks, and just didn’t have the time to get everyone in the same spot. That’s more apologies than I’ll issue in the next year, and to be honest, I only half mean them.

Our lives here at the 11th Hour, for the past ten years now have been consumed with making our cities (yes plural) better places to be. What we do here, we also do in Warner Robins, and in Statesboro, including monsters like the upcoming Thriller Dance this month.

We give huge dollars in discounts and ads to pretty much every non-profit that asks, and we sponsor every event and every concert and everything else in between that we can get our hands on. I spent more hours in non-profit board meetings in my early thirties than many men will in their entire lives. So if I feel like I’m entitled to my opinion in the paper, or if I feel like I can make capable artistic decisions for it, you’ll just have to excuse me.

However, as readers, we do encourage comments and questions, and appreciate all the input we receive on a daily basis. Got an opinion you want it shared in the 11th Hour? Send it to bradevans11@gmail.com and you might just see it in our next edition.

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The things making our world just a little bit better | by brad evans

Besides Sunny in Phillly and Boardwalk Empire the things I like on the Tube are pretty much all to do with Football. I made the horrible mistake of joining a Fantasy Football League this year and it has consumed a part of my brain that didn’t really need consuming. I hadn’t done it since before the days of computers and was assured that the computer did most of the work. Try telling that to my plethora of injured running backs who are constantly being drop/added and aren’t good enough to even be considered for the trading block. The only thing I really looked forward to when joining the league was insulting other Fantasy Players via the message board and it turns out in my league that is frowned upon. Either that or I’m playing with a bunch of chumps.

I was super disappointed that the Dr. John show at the Cox Capitol Theatre had been cancelled, since I bought my table already, but such is Macon.

No tickets sold means no show. They do have MOFRO coming this weekend and a Micheal Jackson tribute band coming on Halloween weekend (it’s a Sunday, so make plans now!) which I heard some of the Zombies from the Thriller Parade may be in attendance for that one. I also heard Warren Haynes tickets are now on sale at the theatre, and though I’ve seen him way too many times, I’m pretty interested in his new Stax-o-fied Project.

I’ve been listening to Allen Toussaint’s “From a Whisper to a Dream”, A classic old Beach Boys Rehearsal from 1967, The Beastie Boys “Hot Sauce Committee”, Gun’s and Roses “Chinese Democracy” , with a little Johnny Winter thrown in for good measure. And I’m getting the Limo handled for a Richard Cheese concert in Atlanta come November, thanks to David Higdon.

Also, I made my first bow kill this week, though it was only an armadillo, but I guess that means my grouping is getting a little better than it was last year. I hope those deer are watching for the biggest, loudest thing in the woods.

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October Brings Dynamic Entertainment at The Douglass Theatre hroughout October, you can the Douglass hasn’t forgotten you. expect a lineup of entertainment Grammys, Strings and More kick-offs that demonstrates why the with the incomparable jazz violinist Douglass Theatre Is a premiere stage in Regina Carter, who, like David, will make her Douglass Middle Georgia.

Theatre debut. Carter, On Oct. 7, First a multi-Grammy winFriday welcomes neoner, performs on soul super star Anthony Friday, Oct. 21 at 8 David to the Douglass pm, where tickets are stage. Billed as "A $25. This is another Shining Evening with must-see concert.

Anthony David," this This new jazz series appearance upon the presents leading, topheels of David's chartquality artists who climbing single have won Grammy "4Evermore," which feaAwards, play a stringed tures fellow neo-soul SEE NEO-SOUL SUPERSTAR instrument and possess stylists Algebra and ANTHONY DAVID OCT. 7TH! wide-appeal. As a part Phonte.

4Evermore"--a tuneful love ballad- of the series, guitarist Earl Klugh will -rose to the Number One slot in the appear in April. A third, unnamed artist Adult Contemporary category among will be identified later.

Finally, the Douglass Theatre radio stations and listeners nationwide this summer. Furthermore, David has always keeps a special spot for moviebeen touted as one of President Barack goers. So it will feature “I Got Five on Obama's favorite artists whom he enjoys It! 25 Years of Spike Lee Joints.” To celebrate this auteur’s magnificent on his personal music list.

At the Douglass, David will com- career, five of Lee’s movies will screen mand an acoustically-driven perform- on select Thursday and Friday evenings ance, providing an intimate experience of at the downtown theatre.

They are “Do the Right Thing” his musical talent on guitar, keyboards and piano,not to mention his critically- (Thursday, Oct. 13); “The Original Kings of Comedy” (Friday, Oct. 14); acclaimed songwriting and vocal skills.

Davis said his fans should prime “Mo’ Better Blues” (Thursday, Oct. 20); themselves for a spectacular show. “We “Get on the Bus” (Thursday, Oct. 27); are going to set it off,” he said enthusias- and “Passing Strange” (Friday, Oct. 28). tically, “now that we know about this The popular $5 snack pass, featuring a historic place.” Tickets for this concert soda and box of popcorn, is available. are $25 and $20. The $25 ticket holder All the screening begin at 7:30 p.m.

If you are curious about the gets a free pass to the exclusive meet and greet party before the concert, which Douglass great lineup this month, just David will attend. Best advice: Get your call the theatre at 742-2000. See you at the Douglass! tickets early.

For the Middle Georgia jazz lover, KENNETH ROLLINS

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Get ready for fair food, family entertainment, free outdoor concerts, plenty of vendors and so much more at this year’s National Fair in Perry. The value of your gate ticket is greater than ever. With all of the new and exciting entertainment and favorites returning, you and your family are sure to have a memorable experience.

REAVES ARENA CONCERTS OCTOBER 8 - BLAKE SHELTON with the JaneDear girls OCTOBER 15 - THE GEORGIA JAM with Colt Ford, Corey Smith, Rehab Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Pkwy. Perry. 478/987-3247

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10/15 Historic Macon’s 34th Annual Flea Market This annual flea market will feature thousands of great items donated by the community throughout the year.

Open Saturday from 8am - 3pm. All proceeds will support the historic preservation of Macon.

Flea Market located in the Roses shopping center, 568 Shurling Drive.

THE GOINGS ON IN THE CITY

Fri Oct 7 This day in history: (1863) President Lincoln

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proclaims official Thanksgiving holiday.

First Friday welcomes neo-soul super star Anthony David to the Douglass stage.

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New Macon Co-Ed Book Club: Looking for a hobby? Love to read? Want to make new friends? The new macon co-ed book club is just what you are looking for. For more information please call 912-227-4212.

Billed as "A Shining Evening with Anthony David," this appearance upon the heels of David's chart-climbing single "4Evermore," which features fellow neo-soul stylists Algebra and Phonte.

Tickets for this concert are $25 and $20. The $25 ticket holder gets a free pass to the exclusive meet and greet party before the concert, which David will attend.(478) 742-2000

Free and open to the public. Exhibit continues Tuesday - Friday, Noon - 5 p.m. Saturday, Noon - 3 p.m. 478.744.9557. MiddleGeorgiaArt.org. 2330 Ingleside Ave.

Sat Oct 8 This day in history: (1967) Marxist revolution-

Macon Arts Gallery The Gallery is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is always free. For more info call 478.743.6940. 486 First St.

ary Che Guevara is defeated.

The Opening Act presents a free concert series, 567 Cherry Street, downtown Macon. Tonight, Free Lance Ruckus will be playing from 7-9 pm at The Opening Act. No Cover; Cash Bar. All ages venue, free event.

Sun Oct 9 This day in history: (1992) Meteorite crashes into Chevy Malibu in Peeskill, New York.

Second Sunday Brunch at Washington Park 1pm – 3pm Second Sunday returns to its afternoon Brunch time! Join us from 1-3 p.m. in beautiful Washington Park for a free show. Two great bluegrass bands will take the stage this month - 3 Bucks Shy and Fitzmaurice. Bring your chairs, family, and friends. Pack a picnic or buy a boxed lunch on site for $5. This free concert is presented

by State Bank and the Knight Neighborhood Challenge. College St. at Magnolia St.

Film Screening: "The Tree of Life" hosted by Macon Film Guild WhenSun, October 9, 2:00pm – 9:30pm 2, 4:30 & 7:30 PM [General Admission: $5.00] Douglass Theatre, 355 MLK, Jr. Blvd – 478-7422000 Website: maconfilmguild.org for film schedule and trailers. Directed by Terrence Malick.

Starring Brad Pitt and Sean Penn. From the acclaimed director of such classic films as Badlands, Days of Heaven and The Thin Red Line, The Tree of Life is the impressionistic story of a Midwestern family in the 1950's. The film follows the life journey of the eldest son, Jack, through the innocence of childhood to his disillusioned adult years as he tries to reconcile a complicated relationship with his father (Brad Pitt).

“The sheer beauty of this film is almost overwhelming.” A.O. Scott, The New York Times Note: The 2pm showing will have a special discussion led by Shawn Loht of Mercer University’s Dept. of Philosophy.

Full-length screening of Gone with the Wind at Cox Capitol Theater on Sunday, October 9, at 2pm, hosted by Mercer University Southern Studies. Dr. Karen Cox, author of Dreaming of Dixie: How the South was Created in American Popular Culture, and Dr. Sarah Gardner, author of Blood and Irony: Southern White Women’s Narratives of the Civil War, 1861-1937, will lead a discussion of the film.

Admission is $5 and $3 for students.

Sat Oct 15 This day in history: (1917) Mata Hari, the

seductive female spy, is executed in Paris.

Laughing Pizza at the Capitol Theatre - Fun, family entertainment for the kid in all of us. Beneath the colorful pop exterior is a multi-layered musical family of real-life mom (Lisa), dad (Billy), and daughter (Emily), whose combined talent makes up the nationally known, TV friendly family band called “Laughing Pizza.”

Their music videos, or “Pizza Breaks,” are seen daily on PBS in millions of homes around the country. Doors at 1 p.m. / Show at 2 p.m.

Admission $12 and up. 382 Second Street, downtown Macon.

Historic Macon Foundation's 34th Annual Flea Market on October 15! Great deals and wonderful items are sure to be combined with a fun atmosphere. The flea market will feature thousands of great items donated by the community and will be open to the public on Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds will support the historic preservation and neighbor-

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SEASONS OF THE VINEYARD... AND BREWERY AUCTION AND TASTING Sponsored by State Bank & Trust Company and Waites & Foshee Insurance Group, this event allows guest to sample a wide variety of wines and beers from some of the region’s best distributors and bid on a variety of unique gift baskets, paintings, celebrity chef dinners, and vacation getaways. Proceeds benefit the Hay House.

Matthew S. Davis, Hay House Director noted that “this event is truly one of the special events of the season and we hope the public will come out to enjoy a wonderful evening of food, drink, and the chance to take home some wonderful items.”

The Seasons of the Vineyard…and the Brewery Auction and tasting is scheduled for Thursday, October 20 from 7p.m.-9p.m. Tickets for this event are available for $40 per person. Please contact Hay House at 478742-8155 or on the web atwww.hayhouse.org for more information.

hood revitalization work of Historic Macon Foundation. Northeast Plaza Shopping Center (Rose's) - 668 Shurling Dr., Macon.

Wed Oct 19 This day in history: (1985) Frst Blockbuster

Fri Oct 21 This day in history: (1967) In Washington,

D.C. nearly 100,000 people gather to protest the American war effort in Vietnam.

video-rental store opens, in Dallas, Texas.

Grammys, Strings and More at the Douglass Theatre kick-offs with the incom-

Big Screen Movie Night: Waking Ned

parable jazz violinist Regina Carter, a multiGrammy winner, performs on Friday, Oct. 21 at 8 pm, where tickets are $25. This is another mustsee concert. (478) 742-2000

Devine 7pm – 9pm, Come out to Riverside Cemetery and enjoy a free flick under the stars!

October's screening will be Waking Ned Devine.

Bring your friends, family, lawn chairs and blankets to this outdoor movie presented by the Historic Riverside Cemetery Conservancy, Macon Film Festival, State Bank and College Hill.

Thur Oct 20 This day in history: (1990) 2 Live Crew are

a wide variety of wines and beers from some of the region’s best distributors and bid on a variety of unique gift baskets, paintings, celebrity chef dinners, and vacation getaways. Proceeds benefit the Hay House. The Seasons of the Vineyard…and the Brewery Auction and tasting is scheduled for October 20 from 7p.m.-9p.m.

Tickets for this event are available for $40 per person. Please contact Hay House at 478-7428155 or on the web at www.hayhouse.org for more information.

She Got Game: The History of Women's Basketball in Georgia She Got Game explores Georgia's contribution to Women's basketball and features Georgia Sports Hall of Famers Teresa Edwards, Katrina McClain, and Anne Paradise. $3.50-$8

farmer’s markets

City Market on the Green, 9am - 1pm. Every Saturday morning in Poplar Street Park, middle Georgia merchants, craftsmen and artisans set up booths of locally grown produce, plants, delicious bakery items, art, crafts and more!

Wesleyan Market every second Saturday 9am - 1pm. Held monthly, this fun community event features a variety of locally grown and produced items ranging from flowers and organic fruits and vegetables to baked goods. Music, fun & educational events also offered. Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5233.

Mulberry Market every Wednesday. 4:30-7pm.

The Mulberry Street Market is part of the Macon Main Street Program's efforts to bring life and business to Downtown Macon, and is directed by vendors dedicated to the people of Macon. Find a variety of all things fresh and local, from honey to breads, seasonal vegetables to grass-fed beef.

Museum of Arts & Sciences. Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m. $4 - $8. Free for students & Bibb Co. residents the last Friday of each month, 5 – 8 p.m. 477.3232. 4182 Forsyth Rd.

Third Thursday: Party in Mercer Village 5pm – 10pm (intersection of Montpelier

Hay House presents Seasons of the Vineyard…and the Brewery Auction and Tasting. this event allows guest to sample

Art on the Avenue Fine Art Gallery New monthly gallery shows. 2368 Ingleside Ave, 478-743-3720

museum hours

acquitted of obscenity charges.

and Coleman Ave.s)Join the Mercer Village merchants for a party in Mercer Village every third Thursday of the month! Highlights for the event include: Food specials, drink deals, live music, and outdoor games. Street closed from 5-10pm and party from 6-9pm.

Open gallery exhibits at Contemporary Arts Exchange. Resident and guest artist exhibits every First Friday, 7 - 10 p.m. MySpace.com/CAEMacon.

2nd Floor, 590 Mulberry St. - First Friday, Oct. 7: Art Exhibit by Heidi Clinite and Kenneth Shearer, Arts Exchange on Mulberry St Downtown Macon, 6-11pm. Wine will be served. Local Macon artists Kenneth Shearer and Heidi Clinite explored the United States and have brought their artwork home to share. Kenneth spent the summer hiking through Yellowstone National Park and captured many of its colorful landscapes in chalk pastel and watercolor.

On a completely different adventure, Heidi lived in New York City for the past year attending the Art Students League of New York, battling the daily grind, tedious subway rides and crazy situations.

Aside from the dirt and drama, she got to see and appreciate all NYC had to offer.

Spirits in October at Riverside Cemetary Actors in costume at graveside put a human face on history! The stories they share allow visitors to experience the rich, varied texture of life in Civil War Macon. Groups of 12-15 visitors tour the cemetery with a guide to meet spirits from the Civil War era, including a Confederate encampment atop the parapet, an earthen fortification built in 1864 as a point of lookout and defense. Visitors sign up at fifteen minute intervals from 6:00-9:00 P.M. Advance tickets needed, riversidecemetaryconservancy.org.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, October 20, 21, 22 and 27, 28, 29. $20 adults; $15 seniors and military; $10 students.

For a complete listing of events, including ongoing exhibits, musuem hours & more visit 11thHourOnline.com

Georgia Children’s Museum: Tuesday – Saturday 10:30 -5:30, $4 per person, 2 and under free. Free admission on Tuesdays from 10:30 -1:30 for City of Macon residents and First Fridays from 5:30-8:30.

The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House in Macon. This house-turned-museum was where members of the Allman Brothers Band, their roadies, friends and families lived between 1970 and 1973.Call for hours. 741.5551. 2321 Vineville Ave.

Georgia Sports Hall of Fame 9am-5pm Mon-Sat, 1pm-5pm Sun. Admission $8, children 4-16 $3.50.

The Hay House, 934 Georgia Ave. Open TuesdaysSaturdays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sundays 1 p.m. - 4.

Tours are on the hour with the last tour at 3 p.m. $8 adults, $4 students. Children under 6 free.

The Sidney Lanier Cottage House Museum, 935 High Street in Macon, is the birthplace of noted poet, musician & soldier, Sidney Lanier (1842-1881).

Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm and tours are $5.

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1500 registrants prepare for the October 15 Central Georgia Race for the Cure

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or years, the color pink has elicited thoughts of spring festivals and cherry blossoms in Middle Georgia. But, thanks to a dedicated group of Maconites, now pink also evokes visions of a warrior-a courageous woman who, despite her fear, fights a voracious foe, Breast Cancer.

And while she is fighting a personal battle for her life, her supporters are ensuring that this won’t happen to her daughters-they are racing for the cure at the Komen Central Georgia Race for the Cure.

The Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation is the world’s largest network of breast cancer survivors and activists.

The Central Georgia Affiliate, covering Baldwin, Bibb, Crawford, Houston, Jones, Monroe, Peach and Twiggs counties, has been battling breast cancer since 1999. By providing education and support, particularly in underserved population, the foundation helps women to overcome their fears.

“It is important to have a yearly mammogram,” former Race Chair Mechel McKinley said. “Some young women have witnessed their mothers, grandmothers, and aunts succumb to breast cancer and are

fearful. We help them to overcome their fears by showing them that there are things we can do now that we couldn’t do for grandmother. Early detection is key.”

Formed in 1999, the first Komen Central Georgia Race for the Cure was held in October 2000. In just a few short years, the Central Georgia Affiliate has grown from a small group of women, who knew more needed to be done to help address the breast health needs of central Georgia, to a network of survivors and activists on a mission and with a vision to end breast cancer forever.

We are always looking to educate young women,” said McKinley. “As early as high school, women should understand the importance of a monthly self exam.

They should become familiar with their breasts to detect changes that may arise later in life.”

Raising awareness is paramount in this battle and the annual Race for the Cure provides a platform for education and fundraising, as well as celebrating the victories of breast cancer survivors. Over 4,000 runners are expected to participate in the 5k race, raising $300,000 for the cause ($225,000

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remains in Central Georgia and $75,000 goes to research at a national level).

The activities behind the scenes of the Race for the Cure rivals those of any fortune five hundred company: recruiting volunteers and sponsors, publicity, securing a location, fundraising, dispersing grants from fundraising.

Planning for this major event takes the efforts of over 400 volunteers and 2 paid staffers in addition to committee and board members. As soon as the 2011 race is over, preparations for the 2012 race will begin.

After reviewing the year’s events, a new

battle plan is drawn up and a goal is approved by the board of directors (5 of them are breast cancer survivors).

Race festivities begin at 7 a.m. on Saturday, Oct.15 at Central City Park; participants can register online, by mail, in person and the day of the race. Deemed the “Rock the Race” weekend, downtown Macon will come alive with good eats and good fun for an incredible cause.

For more information on the race, to make a donation or to volunteer, visit www.komencentralga.com.

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The Eyes of a Traveler RICK HUTTO Macon City Councilman and published author

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nternational travel offers not only the excitement of new venues and fresh perspectives but the opportunity to observe good ideas that can be replicated to our benefit. I’ve just returned from a two-week speaking trip to the western Mediterranean and found not only enjoyment but inspiration.

Of the six countries I visited, Turkey was my favorite. This was my third visit and I was glad to confirm my earlier impressions. Not only is the scenery beautiful and the weather delightful, but the people there are generous, kind, and always helpful.

They truly are proud of their country and want to show the rest of the world that, although they are a majority-Muslim nation, theirs is a secular state with no official religion and all faiths are encouraged. Several residents told me that most first-time visitors are shocked not to find a rocky and arid landscape with camels dotting the hillsides.

With such strong competition from Italy, Greece, Crete, Israel, and Sicily on this trip, the factor that made Turkey such a winner was the sincere effort every person I

encountered made to welcome each of us. It was the only country to have musicians and dancers in native dress performing especially for us when we arrived. It was the only country to have a complimentary bottle of water waiting for each of us on our bus (most of the others offered it for sale on those rare occasions when it was offered at all). Turkey was also the only one of the countries I visited that had a written note of welcome waiting for each traveler from their official visitors bureau. And, unlike ancient ruins such as Rome’s Coliseum and Athens’ Acropolis, both surrounded by modern buildings and busy traffic, Turkey’s impressive archeological site of Ephesus, where St. Paul witnessed to the Ephesians, is so unadulterated and unspoiled that it is easy to imagine it exactly as it was in Christ’s day.

In fact, His mother, Mary, spent her last years there being cared for by St. John who was given that specific assignment by Jesus shortly before his death on the cross.

Why do I cite all these examples?

Because Turkey doesn’t depend solely upon paid government officials for the responsibility to sell itself to visitors. Every single person I encountered made sure to welcome us with a smile. Want to buy a beautiful, hand-crafted rug? No problem – the mer-

SEEING RED

The Electability of Herman Cain BILL KNOWLES Active member of the Bibb Republican Party

s most of you have heard by now, former Godfather's Pizza CEO Herman Cain is now in the top tier of candidates running for the Republican nomination for President. It comes of no surprise to me, but it may shock many of you out there that in the most recent CBS poll just released, Herman has pulled into a tie for the lead with former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney and has leap-frogged over flash-in-the-pan and former frontrunner texas Governor Rick Perry.

The question most people have as well as the political pundits out there is now is Herman Cain an electable candidate who could run against the Obama juggernaut. I answer most assuredly that he can and here are my reasons, not in any particular order.

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1. Herman Cain is popular in the South.

There's no question that just about any candidate from the GOP will carry most of the South, Florida, Virginia and North Carolina are pivotal states. A Southerner on the ticket might solidify victories there as all three states were narrowly won by President Obama in

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2008. If the GOP is to take back the White House, these three states are key.

2. Herman has practical experience. It's true that Herman has very little political experience, but Dwight Eisenhower didn't either. Cain's experience in the business world is unmatched by any candidate that has ever run for the presidency and practical knowledge is what is despirately needed to turn this country around right now, not lifetime politicians who are only looking to do what is politically right.

3. Herman is a strong advocate for the defense of our country. He has invoked President Reagan's philosophy of "Peace by Strength" but Herman has added "With Clarity" to his vision of foreign policy. He has made it also made it very clear that, as he told the Israeli Deputy Prime Minister, "If you mess with Israel, you mess with the United States." In a recent debate between all of the GOP candidates, only Cain tackled the question of Palestinian statehood and said,“If, in fact, it was clear to the Palestinians where the U.S. stood, they might have had second thoughts about trying to pull such a move without negotiating with Israel.” There is no doubt where this man stands, a statement that does not hold true for the current occupant of 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.

The demand for new housing units in downtown Macon continues to rise. NewTown Macon recently hired Zimmerman/Volk Associates to update their 2008 residential market study. According to the updated analysis, Macon has the potential to add 1,175 new units in the downtown over the next five years

chants have an agreement with the Turkish government to ship directly to your doorstep here in America with all shipping costs and taxes paid by Turkey including any import duties that might be charged by our government. Since we’ve taken advantage of this service I know it is efficient and prompt.

What could be simpler? No forms to complete (other than a shipping address), no VAT taxes to be paid, no special custom duties to be incurred. We would certainly be wise to replicate their practices that make doing business easy rather than erecting barriers that impede business and create mountains of paperwork.

My other example comes from Israel.

This was my first trip there and I was surprised to find that the Christian pilgrimage is such a booming and profitable business.

Although Jewish tradition reveres Jesus as an important prophet, they do not accept him as the Messiah. Yet they understand that millions of people around the world differ in that belief and many want to visit the sites that are so familiar from Bible scriptures.

Again, they make it easy with speciallytrained guides who must pass stringent licensing requirements before they lead of group of tourists.

While I might disagree with some practices such as a site offering a “re-baptism” (for a fee) on a dammed-up location on the Jordan River (with tinted water that would be at home in Disneyworld) located many miles from the actual site where Jesus was baptized, I must applaud the government for

4. Herman has an actual plan for economic growth. His 9-9-9 Plan puts a 9% flat tax on 9% tax on businesses, a 9% flat tax on income and a 9% national sales tax. This would eliminate the IRS while making businesses and individuals pay their fair share. It was also eliminate the death tax, payroll taxes and end nearly all deductions and special interest favors.

5. Herman is simply a likeable person. He talks common sense and plainly unlike a 'normal' politician. Ross Perot showed many years ago that the American people appreciated someone who would break things down to the lowest common denominator. Cain does just that and doesn't pull punches. He's taken a little heat for some of his comments, but one thing is for sure: When Herman speaks, it comes from his heart. If it were a prerequisite of our leaders not to make mistakes while making a speech, we certainly wouldn't have the 'human-gaffe machine' Joe Biden as Vice-President. I did save Herman's most 'electable' quality for last....

6. Herman makes people feel proud to be an American again. If after you listen to a speech by Herman Cain and you don't feel the inspirational little hairs on the back of your neck stand at attention, you're in the advanced stages of rigor mortis. Much like President Reagan did to revive the country after the 'national malaise' of four years of Jimmy Carter, Herman Cain will make the United States respected again, not only globally but by our own people too. I can promise you that

their successful efforts to make Christian tourists feel welcomed. I was surprised to visit Bethlehem, the site of Jesus’ birth, and find that is located within a Palestinian enclave and all visitors must be cleared through a special inspection site before entering. Nazareth, too, where Jesus spent most of his life, is located within a majorityArab area. Although one fellow traveler expressed safety concerns to me before our visit, we never once felt the slightest hint of danger or even malevolence on either side of the checkpoint.

The example that struck me, though, for replication here had nothing to do with tourism. The port city of Haifa is a rather unattractive industrial area with a large power plant and a rocky beach that doesn’t lend itself to vacationers. Taking advantage of their location, however, Haifa has become the chosen site for both Honda and Hyandai to ship thousands of cars to be stored, inventoried, then shipped out to other locations around the world. There were literally acres of cars parked in hundreds of neat rows. In a nation where gas sells for $8 per gallon, Haifa has re-created itself as the distribution site for the world’s best-selling automobiles. Surely Macon’s location at the junction of two major interstates makes us a likely candidate to be a regional distribution center. Let’s abandon the false hope of retaining passenger air service and re-create our airport as a national hub of freight transportation. We would be wise to emulate success.

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you will never see Herman Cain bowing to a foreign dignatary nor will you hear of him disrespecting the Israelis, while at the same time appeasing the Muslim community. (Please don't get the wrong idea...I know there are peaceful Muslims in the world. I'm writing about Muslims that live under Sharia law or terrorist states, not peaceful members of the world community.)

In short, there is no doubt in my mind that Herman Cain is electable and will be a very good President. The field of Republican candidates is one of the most diverse we have ever fielded: There is one female (Michele Bachmann), two members of the Mormon church (Mitt Romney and Jon Huntsman), two Lutherans (Gary Johnson and Bachmann), two Catholics (Newt Gingrich and Rick Santorum), one Methodist (Rick Perry), and two Baptists (Ron Paul and Herman Cain). With all of that diversity, there is only one Herman Cain. He's an American original who is certainly electable and should never be taken lightly.

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BY CHRIS HORNE

Questionable Knowledge

Q: How do you get a candidate’s disclosure form?

A: It’s so simple a cave—er, sorry. Yeah, you’d have to be a moron to publicly state that you can’t find a record that’s clearly there. (Totally not referencing anyone in particular.)

Let’s use disclosure from my campaign for city council as practice. The easy way is online, which you can access by going to www.ethics.ga.gov and clicking on “Candidate Reports” under “Search Reports and Records.” It’s great because you can just type in any candidate’s last name and see who has given them money. IF they filed electronically, which I didn’t do. I mailed mine in, so to see it, mail a request with a selfaddressed, stamped envelope to the Georgia Government Transparency and Campaign Finance Commission (aka – the Georgia Ethics Commission) at 200 Piedmont Avenue SE, Suite 1402 – West Tower, Atlanta, GA 30334.

Semi-Poignant Facebook Picture of the Week

I saw one I couldn’t ignore on someone’s page. It says “When I shut my mouth and turn to walk away, it doesn’t mean you’ve won. It simply means your stupid ass isn’t worth any more of my time.” That’s a philosophy I’m personally adopting for local folks who DO have better things to do with their time but chose to stir up crap anyway. Without all our attention, they will, like plants without water, wither.

Gang & Teen Violence

Good (Job): Kudos to Al Tillman, Tony Lowden, Sonny Spoon, WIBB and the other folks who made local history by actually talking to the young people they want to help. While it might lead to more questions than answers right now, it makes more sense than calling in the National Guard as our now Council President once suggested. Last time we had a spate of violence like this Tillman was the head of the local chapter of the NAACP and he called for a curfew. Recently a criminal justice professor told council members that curfews are largely ineffective and most often used as a political remedy instead of a real one. Well, in the time since he called for a curfew and now, Tillman has only gotten more and more involved with the community, working from the streets up instead of the top-down approach some folks prefer.

Bad (News): The media reported various versions of: “Gang members blame violence on neighborhood rivalries.” That part is true and you can hear it online at WIBB.com, but these “gang members” also took umbrage with the media’s reporting, or lack thereof. In particular, that they are in gangs instead of competitive but otherwise friendly crews. I’ll abandon the semantics for now and focus on the part the media didn’t report: its own culpability.

At a minimum, it was obvious that the reporting—whether the fault of information from the MPD or a misunderstanding of the situation by the press—has bred distrust in the neighborhoods where this is happening and stirs up unnecessary assumptions in the neighborhoods where it isn’t. In other words, one unintended consequence is that people who aren’t dealing with it but are afraid start making suggestions that don’t work.

Ugly (Truth): When Tillman asked how the community is supposed to get these teens to put the guns down, one of the young men said, “It’s really on us to take care of our community. We can’t expect no one to help us but us. …Then (the authorities) try to find a solution to the problem without coming to us. That’s another problem. How can you expect to help the neighborhood when you’re not from the hood, when you’re engaging with someone who’s from the neighborhood?”

This makes sense. The top-down approach is doomed to fail not only because it tends to be reactionary, but also because of its arrogance, presuming that you can know what’s best for someone when you aren’t walking in their shoes. And like it or not, when one side of town suffers we all will.

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20’s Pub Boasting freshly prepared sandwiches, salads and dinner specials in a well-lit tavern-like setting. LD • BAR • $ 3076 Riverside Dr.

5 Guys Burgers & Fries The best burgers in Macon is what our readers say, serving dogs and peanuts too. LD • $ 120 Tom Hill Sr., 474.0445

Billy’s Clubhouse Come try Billy's new menu with our angus burgers, colossal sandwiches, great salads, appetizers and more. Lunch and dinner specials available as well as our late nite menu.

"We upped our standards, Now up yours!" LD • $ • BAR 1580 Forest Hill Road, Macon. Mon-Sat 11a-2p, Sun 12:30p - 12a.

BJs Billiards BJs is now serving up your favorite late night snacks. Nachos, hot dogs, pizza, sandwiches and breakfast all day, every day. Smoking, open 2pm-2am. Now open Sundays til midnight! LD • BAR • $

Buffalos Cafe on Zebulon You know this place has great wings, but they also feature a large selection of salads and sandwiches, large screen tvs to watch all your favorite games and a popular trivia night for the whole family. LD • BAR • $ 5990 Zebulon Rd. CJ’s Bar & Grill You can’t really call this bar food. Is it fried, yes, but it’s fresh and so, so good! Sloppy nachos, great burgers and chicken wraps. LD • BAR • $ 2910 Riverside Drive, 757-3262

Friends Bar & Grill Serving up your favorite homestyle dishes, along with famous burgers, chicken tenders and other bar food staples.

7405 Industrial Highway, 784-9191

Kem’s Bar & Grill inside the North Macon Holiday Inn features daily specials, burgers, pizzas, wings and our specialty, our ribeye dinner. LD • BAR • $ 3953 Riverplace Drive.

Locos Grill & Pub Casual, kid-friendly, family dining.We’re talking great food, sports on the big screens and a full bar. Fantastic weekly specials and live music on the weekends.

Delivery and catering also available. LD BAR • $ 2440 Riverside Drive.

Montana’s Steakhouse, Byron Specializing in some of this areas finest steaks, ribs, chicken & seafood. Located in the Peach Outlet Mall and open Monday - Sunday 11 am - 10 pm! 311 Ga Highway 49 N Byron, (478) 956-0441.

Nu-Way Weiners Open since 1916, this original store with its neon sign is one of America's oldest hot dog stands and they serve secret recipe chili sauce, famous hot dogs, hamburgers, and other sandwiches. BLD • $ 430 Cotton Avenue, 743.1368

Rivalry’s – The only place in town where you can order Atomic Buffalo Turds and wash them down with a giantsized bottle of Monty Python’s Holy Ale. 3986 Northside Dr., Macon 474-0606 LD BAR $

The Rookery There isn’t a place downtown that has been serving us longer.The Rookery offers some of the best comfort food in Macon. Burgers, Nachos, Sandwiches and daily lunch specials that can’t be beat. LD BAR $ 543 Cherry Street, 746-8658

Wild Wing Cafe Newly opened franchise at the Shoppes at River Crossing, fantastic wings in over 30 flavors, over 20 brews on tap, great salads and one of the few dining options in North Macon that offers live music on the weekends.

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Favorite restaurant other than where you work?

The Oil Lamp in Perry, they have the best fried chicken.

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Caliente’s Burrito Shop We’ve all had this style of big burrito by now, but Caliente’s does them the best. If you can handle it, get the MOAB… if not, there’s always the Thrilla From Tha Grilla, which is just right. LD • $ 6255 Zebulon Road El Sombrero Witha brand new outside dining patio, this is the place to get some fresh, authentic mexican cuisine in downtown Macon. LD • BAR • $ Located off Spring Street in the Baconsfield Shopping Center.

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Luigi’s Bistro Casual Italian cuisine in a hip, swanky atmosphere. LD • BAR • $-$$ 401 Cherry Street, 743.4645 Ingleside Village Pizza IVP has the best pizza in town and the best beer selection. Keep it classy with the white pizza and a Stella Artois or, keep it real with a slice of the ultimate and a 24-oz. High Life. LD • BAR $ 2396 Ingleside Avenue, & downtown across from Mercer Univ.

Johnny’s Pizzeria A New York style pizzeria featuring fresh baked pizza, authentic pasta dishes, calzones, subs and salads. Monday nights, kids dine for 99¢ (one-topping slice and a drink.) This north Macon pizzeria offers an amazing and affordable menu also featuring weekly drink specials and some nightly entertainment. Student Special Monday - Friday 2-5pm, enjoy 2 cheese slices and a coke for just $4.99.

LD • BAR • $-$$ 6255 Zebulon Rd. Open Mon-Thu,Sun 11am-9:30pm; FriSat 11am-10:30pm.

Mellow Mushroom In 1974, three college students in Atlanta opened the first of what has now grown to 100 restaurants. Each one locallyowned and operated, with their own distinct, funkified flavor. Gourmet pizza, original sandwiches and a large drink menu. Family friendly! LD • BAR • $$$ Located just off Bass Road at 5425 Bowman Road, Macon.

Guiseppi’s Pizza With fresh baked pizza and exclusive wedgies, pasta dishes and salads, this pizza place has a little something for everyone. Happy hour Mon-Fri 4-7pm. LD • BAR • $-$$ Tom Hill Sr. Blvd.

LUNCH SPOTS

Adriana’s Quick & delicious cafeteriastyle lunch, serving the most authentic Italian in town, including sandwiches, soup, salads, pasta, pizza. Mon-Thur 11-5, Fri-Sat 11-6pm. L • $ 359 Third Street Market City Café – Superb sandwiches, homemade soups, loaded salads, pizza and pastas. Unique breakfast menu including gourmet coffees and teas.

Dinner now being served Fridays and Saturdays featuring seafood and steak specials. Full bar, excellent wine cellar.

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Greek Corner Deli Serving delicious lamb gyros, monster greek salads, subs and specialty sandwiches 7 days a week.

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D • BAR • $$-$$$ 562 Mulberry Street, 742.5999 The Shamrock Dargan and his crew cook up some of the best homemade meals in Macon, including his legendary Shepard’s Pie. Plus, he’ll surprise you from time to time with some interesting seafood selections. D • BAR $-$$ 342 Rose Avenue, Payne City 750.1555

Metropolis Cafe Offering Greek, Mediterranean and Indian Cuisine.Two locations:Warner Robins - 866 Hwy 96 (478) 988-8129 **Indian Cuisine served in W.R. on Wed. & Sat. only; Macon - 2460 Riverside Dr. (478) 464-0247; Hours of operation: Mon. – Sun., 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. $-$$

Ninja Japanese Steakhouse Newly opened in downtown Macon, enjoy their unique and delicious sushi options prepared by owner and 20-year chef, along side freshly prepared Japanese offerings. Open for lunch and dinner. Full bar available. Located in Mulberry Street Lane, across from Tokyo Alley.

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THE MOTIVATING YOUTH FOUNDATION WILL RAFFLE A 2012 CAMARO - JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS

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he Motivating Youth Foundation (MOYO) founder and Executive Director, Roger Jackson, is passionate about providing youth with college scholarships. “I would like to provide 50 – 100 kids a year with scholarships to the college of their choice,” he said. Jackson has teamed up with the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity to raise funds for the Motivating Youth Foundation Scholarship Fund and the Omega Psi Phi Scholarship Fund.

On December 21, 2011 at 2pm at the Family Investment Center located at 905 Main Street in Macon, MOYO will raffle a 2012 Camaro (compliments of Youman’s Chevrolet in Macon, Georgia), just in time for Christmas for the lucky ticket holder. The drawing also includes a $1,500 gift card; a $1,000 gift card and a $500 gift card (all compliments of Ken’s Audio in Macon) and an Acer laptop computer.

Tickets will be sold beginning on September 29, 2011 and will continue until 1pm on December 21, 2011. Tickets for the raffle are $20 each and there is no limit to the number of tickets an individual can purchase. All proceeds will benefit the Motivating Youth Foundation Scholarship Fund and the Omega Psi Phi Scholarship Fund. Jackson said, “With this raffle, the lucky winners get a wonderful Christmas gift for themselves or a loved one and those who don’t win are assured that, for the price of one dinner out, they have helped a local youth realize the dream of college.”

Tickets can be purchased at or www.moyofoundation.com, where you can find more information about the raffle and the Motivating Youth Foundation. Tickets will also be available at the following locations: BB&T - Macon Mall, Youman's Chevrolet, Ken's Audio (Macon & Warner Robins).

As a former NFL professional football player, Roger Jackson is committed to using his resources to positively influence the lives of youth in middle Georgia. Jackson founded the nonprofit 501(c)3 Motivating Youth Foundation in 2008 and the After School Program opened its doors in 2009. The program provides opportunities for youth to excel in school through hands-on tutoring, online tutoring, motivation, rap sessions, characterbuilding and one-on-one and group mentoring through social and athletic field trips.

Located at 905 Main Street in Macon, Georgia, the after school program is open from 3pm -- 6pm during the school year and from 7am -- 7pm during the summer months. For more information, visit the website, MoyoFoundation.com, or call (478) 752-5185.

Pictured above are some of the winners from the Motivating Youth Foundations first raffle in June. The grand prize went to Katie Harris of Villa Rica. She received a check for $8,348.89. The same amount went to the Motivating Youth scholarship fund, Jackson said. Also pictured is Linda Harris who took home the 4th place prize, a check for $1000.

The MoYo Foundation’s first raffle was a grand task, hoping to sell 20,000 tickets at $100 each, and giving away a grand prize of a million dollar dream home (donated and located in Gray, GA).

“We couldn’t give away a $1.1 million house and sell only two tickets. The rules were that we had to sell 20,000 tickets in order to give away the house.

We did not meet that goal,” said Macon native and former Denver Bronco Roger Jackson. During the eight-month raffle period, they sold 583 tickets.

The foundation hopes that with the cheaper ticket price, it will be easier for the public to support this new raffle and his afterschool program in East Macon, where public school funds for such programs has dried up.

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Our after-school program provides opportunities for youth to excel in school through hands-on tutoring, online tutoring, motivation, rap sessions, character building, and one-on-one group mentoring through social and athletic field trips.

As a former NFL professional football player, Roger Jackson is committed to using his resources to positively influence the lives of youth in Macon, GA.

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MACON’S LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE FRI 10/7

Ransom 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive Tim McNary APs Hidden Hideaway

The Dirty Guv’nahs Cox Capitol Theatre Anthony David The Doulgass Theatre Derrick Dove The Hummingbird Wild Cat Do The Rookery

Larry G Hudson The Shamrock Matt Pippen Wild Wing Cafe

SAT 10/8

The Wall APs Hidden Hideaway

Big Bird Bash - Fall Fest The Hummingbird Freelance Ruckus The Opening Act, 567 Cherry Larry G Hudson The Shamrock Band X Wild Wing Cafe

SUN 10/9

Big Mike & Booty Papas APs Hidden Hideaway, 3pm The Rivermonks The Rookery

Live acoustic on patio Wild Wing Cafe

TUES 10/11 Darin Curtis Johnny’s Pizzeria

John Stanley Band Backporch Lounge, no cover B Keith Williams The Shamrock

22 OCTOBER 7 - 21, 2011

WED 10/12 Man in the Box Backporch Lounge

Matt Pippen Wild Wing Cafe, 8:30pm

THUR 10/13 Wild Moccasins The Rookery

FRI 10/14

B Keith Williams 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive Yesterdaze Rock APs Hidden Hideaway BoomBox Cox Capitol Theatre

Scott Little Band ‘Rock the Race’ weekend Special ‘non-smoking’ show The Hummingbird Miss. John Doude The Shamrock Powerline Wild Wing Cafe

SAT 10/15

Yesterdaze Rock APs Hidden Hideaway

Georgia Jam featuring Cory Smith & Rehab GA National Fair

Free acoustic show The Opening Act, 567 Cherry St Fatty McFatkins & the Fast Fingers The Hummingbird Mike Brookshire The Shamrock

Tyler Hammond Band Wild Wing Cafe

SUN 10/16

Big Mike & Booty Papas APs Hidden Hideaway, 3pm Jazz Brunch; The Rookery Live acoustic on patio Wild Wing Cafe

TUES 10/18

B Keith Williams The Shamrock

John Stanley Band Backporch Lounge, no cover Darin Curtis Johnny’s Pizzeria

WED 10/19

Man in the Box Karaoke Backporch Lounge Matt Pippen Wild Wing Cafe, 8:30pm

THUR 10/20 Scott Sanders Billy’s Clubhouse

FRI 10/21

The Wall APs Hidden Hideaway

Midnight in Macon 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive Girlz, Girlz, Girlz Wild Wing Cafe

FRI 10/22

Modern Skirts The Hummingbird Papa Bear AP’s Hideaway

THUR 10/27

Blackberry SMoke Cox Capitol Theatre

10/29-Halloween!

Back City Woods The Hummingbird

Roaring ‘20s Party 20’s Pub The Skeeterz APs Hidden Hideaway

SUN 10/30

Who’s Bad Cox Capitol Theatre

DRINK SPECIALS/ SPECIAL EVENTS MONDAYS

Happy hour til 9pm, jam & rehearse 7-10pm, 20’s Pub

$1 PBR, Natty, High Life, $5 Domestic Pitchers, Locos

Daily Happy Hour; 4-7pm. 241 drafts, house wine and well drinks Guiseppi’s Pizza $1 Wells all night, The Bird

$3.25 22oz Bud & Bud Lt Drafts • $13 Bud & Bud Lt Buckets • $2 House Vodkas Wild Wing Cafe 1/2 off salads! $2 house vodka Wild Wing Cafe

25% off all appetizers, Happy Hour 3-6 and 9-Cl Macon Mellow

domestics, shots

Ladies night Tara’s Tavern Ladies Night: 20’s Pub

Gals, $2 drinks all night Rivalry’s Taco Rita Nite- $2 tacos, $3 margaritas, $6 Megaritas, $4 Irish Bombs, 2-4-1 Jager Bombs Wild Wing $4 Jager Bombs! Locos

FRIDAYS

Happy Hour prices for poker players, BJ’s Billiards Karaoke Tara’s Tavern

Buy 1/Get 1 wells 8-until, Giveaways! AP’s Hideaway

TUESDAYS

The Rookery 11-1am: $2 BL bottles, $4.50 well doubles, $3 Sex on the Beach and 2 for 1 Jager.

$1 PBR, Natty lite and High Life, Locos

SATURDAYS

Trivia 8:30p Trivia Special - $1.50 PBR Pints | $4.50 PBR Pitchers 8Close Macon Mellow $8 bottomless mugs HL, PBR, $5 carbombs, $3 Guinness The Hummingbird

2 for Tues- buy 8 wings and get 8 free! $2 domestic drafts Wild Wing

2-4-1 drafts Johnny’s Pizzeria

WEDNESDAYS

Country Fried Weds- $1.50 natty lites, $2 bud & bud LT drafts, $4 rodeo bombs and country fried chicken wings Wild Wing Cafe Ladies Night All Day: $1.50 House Wine, $4.50 Jager Bombs Macon Mellow

Everyday, Miller Lite buckets just $12! Wild Wing

$1 PBR, Natty lite and High Life, Locos $10 Beer Buckets, 20’s Pub

Happy Hour Special 3pm-6pm & 9pm-Close Mellow Macon

Game Day Specials: 2 for 1 bombs and $1 domesic drafts Billy’s Clubhouse

Game Day Specials: $3.25 Miller Lt & Coors Lt Stadium Cups • $13 Miller Lt & Coors Lt Buckets Wild Wing Cafe

NFL SUNDAYS

$10 beer buckets, 20’s Pub

$1 PBR, Natty lite and High Life Locos

$7.99 Beer buckets Giuseppi’s

Ladies night, free wells for the gals The Hummingbird $5.99 Pitchers - Trivia Johnny’s Pizzeria

Live acoustic on patio, 6:309:30pm. $3.25 22oz Bud & Bud Lt Drafts, $13 Bud & Bud Lt Buckets $3 Bloody Marys Wild Wing Cafe

The Rookery 11-1am: $2 Bud Lt bottles, $4.50 well doubles, and 2 for 1 Jager.

$3 Bloody Marys Locos

8-9pm: Free cocktails and Miller High Life Draft, Kaos Macon

THURSDAYS

$1.99 drafts, Johnny’s Pizzeria BJ Billiards, $3 wells and $2

$3 Margaritas, Bloody Mary's, Long Island's, Sangria's (Red or White) Happy Hour Special 9pm-Close Macon Mellow

Lady’s Hour 7:30-8:30pm. Gals enjoy $1 Wells/Domestics BJ’s Billiards

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DANCE PARTY / DJ

Macon’s newest dance club, Element open Wed-Sat! DJ Tremendous, Macon’s best dance party at Club Kaos Fri & Sat.

KARAOKE

Tuesdays at 9pm, and Wed,Thurs, Sat & Sun, 8p, 20’s Pub

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Saturday, October 8

Friday, October 14

Downtown denizens, you know the deal and you love it! An all day, all access pass for $10 gets you pure, local musical enjoyment at the Hummingbird.

Proceeds benefit local musicians and Central GA CASA. This event raised over $8,000 for local musicians and over $5,000 for Central GA CASA so far this year. Music starts at noon, with a Potato sack race at 3:30pm and the infamous High Heel race at 4pm. The complete schedule: 12:00pm- Louise Warren 12:45pm- John Lloyd 1:30pm- The Vineyard 2:30pm- Tripp Spears 5:45pm- Gary Sassaman 4:00pm- Daniel Walker 6:30pm- Flat Bridge 7:45pm- Anna Mae Kersey 8:30pm- Chelsea Hughes 9:15pm- Broken Bootstraps 10:30pm- Plethra 11:45pm- The Dirty Sound Professors

After a string of sold out shows, performing at the historic Red Rocks Amphitheatre and a packed summer festival schedule, BoomBox will be embarking on their full-blown ‘Dark End of the Street’ Fall Tour with a date at our very own Capitol Theatre. BoomBox consists of two versatile producers, DJs, songwriters, multi-instrumentalists and longtime friends Russ Randolph and Zion Rock Godchaux. Together they develop an electronic blend of vintage Rock and Blues made to move dance floors while incorporating their signature Backbeat, Psychedelia and Funky House sounds. Derived from the rich musical history of Muscle Shoals, AL, to the psychedelic rock and underground electronic scenes of the west coast, their unique approach can only be achieved by the blending of sound and culture. Admission is $10 Advance/$15day of show

Big Bird Bash @ The Hummingbird

BoomBox @ the Cox Capitol Theatre

Come Hear...

Wednesday & Sunday 8pm-until at AP’s Hidden Hideaway Wednesday and Fridays at Tara’s Tavern

Every Friday & Saturday, Friends Bar & Grill, Macon Sundays & Wed. with Brad, 9pm The Backporch Lounge

PUBINGO

Every Tuesday night, come play with friends, great prizes! 7-9pm 20’s Pub

TRIVIA

NOW TUESDAYS: Hardest Trivia in Macon 7-9pm at BJs Billiards Wednesdays, Johnny’s Pizzeria

Tuesday nights at Giuseppis, hosted

by Outspoken Ent. Tuesday Night Trivia (8pm) with Outspoken Entertainment., Wild Wing Cafe

Tuesday night trivia with our own Jammin’ Rivalrys Wednesday nights, 7:30pm at Billy’s Clubhouse

Trivia with Jacob at Loco’s every Wednesday, Big payouts!

Every Wednesday at The Rookery, compete for $5,000 grand prize! 8pm

Every Wednesday at The Bird, 7pm.

Thursday nights 9p, The Shamrock

POKER

Nightly Poker 7:30p, Friends Bar Nightly Poker 8p, BJ Billiards

Sat 2p,Wed 7p, Billy’s Clubhouse Tues,Wed and Thur:Texas Hold ‘Em 7pm at AP’s Hidden Hideaway

JANELLE MONAE @ THE GRAND

FRI, OCT 7

The Dirty Guv’nahs @ the Capitol

The swell of grassroots momentum for this 6piece rock outfit has generated considerable buzz up and down the east coast. In 2010, the band recorded their most recent album Youth Is In Our Blood in Levon’s famous barn, and they haven’t looked back since. With opening act Ponderosa.

Show at 9pm. Tix $10/$12dos.

Janelle Monae @ Grand Opera House Mercer University’s QuadWorks Fall Concert will feature Janelle Monae and fun.

The concert is part of the national Campus Consciousness Tour and will be held Oct. 7 at the Grand Opera House in downtown Macon at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 for the public and $8 for students. Janelle Monae is an R&B and soul singer-songwriter from Kansas City, Kan., who has been called “a different kind of diva”

by Vogue Magazine and “a true visionary…one of the most important signings of my career” by Sean “Diddy” Combs. She has had success with her Grammy-nominated debut EP, “Metropolis: The Chase Suite,” in 2008, and her first full-length LP, “The ArchAndroid,” in 2010. Tickets can be purchased by calling (478) 301-5470.

GIRLZ, GIRLZ, GIRLZ @ WILD WING

Matt Pippen @ Wild Wing Café Matt started playing music in Macon, Ga. In the house band at a local hang out, with band memebers that included Jason Aldean, Wes Robinson, Justin Weaver , Michael Benefield, Richard Passmore and several others. From there he went on the road, playing all over the southeast United States. Auditioned for and GOT the guitarist job for Local Star Jason Aldean in early 2004-2005, and held it down for a couple of years. Worth a serious listen as one of the best players in Macon.

SAT, OCT 8

Free Lance Ruckus @ The Opening Act, 567 Cherry A progressive reggae/rock band out of Haddock, GA, these guys are determined to save live music from the “ravenous corporate pigs.” Original music with passion.

SUN, OCT 9

The Rivermonks @ The Rookery

A folk/indie band out of Des Moines, this talented group tours with a ukulele, trumpet, all sorts of drums, among other things.

THUR, OCT 13

Wild Moccasins @ The Rookery

THE RIVERMONKS @ THE ROOKERY Houston-based psychodelic pop quintet follows their 2009 debut "Microscopic Metronomes" EP with "Skin Collision Past".

Their singular style has been described as high-energy pop driven by guitar and guy/girl harmonies where dual vocalists Cody Swann and Zahira Gutierrez alternately provide harmonies and backing vocals for each other.

"Skin Collision Past" brings an even bigger sound than their debut which is evident on the recording and their live performance. Smart lyrics plus a big guitar presence from Andrew Lee culminate in a collection of infectious modern songs with classic pop influences.

FRI, OCT 14

Miss. John Doude @ The Shamrock Mississippi John Doude is blues, rock, folk and country all rolled into one, yet none of these would quite describe his unique style.

With a sound that’s as swampy as snake oil, and as gritty as the cloud of dust on a dry dirt road, creating a juke joint trance that’s infectiously nasty. From barn-burning country bluegrass to delta blues, MJD’s stripped down roots music takes you back to where American music began, capturing the soul of the blues, the heart of country, and the attitude of punkrock along the way.

Tim McNary @ APs McNary was formed in January, 2009. It's current members are front man and rhythm guitarist Tim McNary, Dan Sheffield, and Elliott Phillips. Folk Pop at it’s finest.

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Anthony David is a Grammy nominated Soul/R&B singer/songwriter out of Atlanta GA.. His hit single "Words", a duet with India Arie was grammy nominated in 2008.

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Big Mike FRI 10/7: TIM MCNARY & the Booty Papas SAT 10/8: THE WALL 14-15TH: YESTERDAZE ROCK Sundays FRI 10/21: THE WALL on the deck SAT 10/22: PAPA BEAR 3pm SAT 10/29: THE SKEETERZ TUES / WED / THUR Texas Hold ‘Em 7pm-until

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FRIDAY, 10/14

BOOMBOX Together they develop an electronic blend of vintage Rock & Blues made to move dance floors while incorporating their signature Backbeat, Psychedelia and Funky House sounds.

Doors 8pm / Show at 9pm Tickets $10 in advance, $15 at the door

SATURDAY, 10/15

LAUGHING PIZZA 382 Second St, Macon

478-257-6392

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ALSO PLAYING

Beneath the colorful pop exterior is a multi-layered musical family of real-life mom (Lisa), dad (Billy), and daughter (Emily), whose combined talent makes up the nationally known, TV friendly family band called “Laughing Pizza.” Their music videos, or “Pizza Breaks,” are seen daily on PBS in millions of homes around the country.

Show at 2pm - Tickets $12 and up

Fri 10/21: N’Awlins Suspects -

WEDNESDAY, 11/9

Players from Neville Bros, Radiators and Dirty Dozen Brass Band

WARREN HAYNES

Thur 10/27: Blackberry Smoke Smokin’ Hot southern rock

Fri 10/28: Amazing Kreskin As seen on Letterman and Leno!

Sun 10/30: Who’s Bad

Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band

26 OCTOBER 7 - 21, 2011

FUN FAMILY CONCERT!

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Haynes is best known for his work as a guitarist for David Allan Coe and The Dickey Betts Band early in his career, and later as a founding member of the jam band Gov’t Mule, and as a longtime member of Allman Brothers!

Doors at 7 / Show at 8pm $50 reserved seating, $40 standing room, $30 balcony

Voted “Best Place to Hear Live Music!”

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SECOND-HAND BROKE Is the city’s proposed smoking ban going to kill Macon nightlife

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-- or will failing to pass it kill us all?

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hen Tim Obelgoner first heard about the proposed smoking ban, which would make it illegal to smoke indoors and anywhere children play, he didn’t think much about it. But he co-owns the Hummingbird Stage & Taproom, so he did his research—due diligence—and began to find things that bothered him. Sure, he was concerned about how much money his business would lose if, suddenly, he had to turn his smoking clientele away, but there was more.

There was the trickle down impact: lost revenue, lost jobs, more empty storefronts, declining sales tax collections, reflexively raised property taxes, and more people leaving the city.

The Hummingbird, he figured, would take a hit but others might not survive it. He multiplied that loss out over the city and saw a disaster waiting to happen for Macon: a doubledip recession in America’s seventh poorest city with the bars in its already struggling downtown area going out of business.

And for what? No one is forced to patronize the Hummingbird, Obelgoner says. No one has to work there either. Besides, if lawmakers are really worried about people who believe they must take jobs around second-hand smoke, why aren’t they equally concerned about the people who’ll lose jobs they actually want to keep if the ban takes place?

“We run a bar. That’s what we do. Part of what we do is smoking,” Obelgoner says. “(The ban) will decrease our revenue and perhaps will force us to consider moving to another location. It will almost certainly put some of our competitors out of business.”

Doom and Gloom Councilwoman Nancy White, an oncology specialist and sponsor of the proposed ordinance, doesn’t believe there’s reason for the doom and gloom, though she understands why business owners would be concerned about the changes. Change is always hard, she says, but she believes society pushes forward and adapts, and in the long run everyone benefits.

“If I were in their shoes, I’d be very apprehensive about this too,” White says. “But lung cancer is the number one leading cause of preventable death. Years ago, doctors told pregnant women it was okay to smoke. We’re always having to adapt to new information.”

Fears that businesses in Macon will suffer are overblown, she says, calling attention to other Georgia cities that have banned smoking in bars and seem happy to have done so. She wants Macon to join the list of progressive cities who’ve taken the step, like Athens and Savannah. Savannah’s smoking ban went into effect January 1 this year and the city’s major, Otis Johnson, who helped lead that effort, issued a letter to Mayor Robert Reichert in support for Macon’s effort to ban smoking.

“What I’m looking at is the body of information that denies, historically, that this decline in business has happened,” White says, adding that more than 300 cities in the US have similar bans already in place.

Though some call the proposed ordinance a government intrusion, she likens it to health department regulations.

“This is a public health issue. We require workers at restaurants to wear hairnets and wash their hands. They can be fined if they don’t keep food at a certain temperature. It’s all to protect the public.”

Pam Parker is a bar owner in Ohio who started a group to oppose the statewide ban that went into effect there in 2006.

She says the ban hurt her business and ran others into the ground.

“You know how many people we had on the first day of the ban? Four. We open at noon and we were always packed.

Four customers all day.”

She says some of their business went to private clubs and others went to counties where enforcement is lax, but most of them stayed home. To prove it, she pulled records from the Ohio Department of Commerce to show the number of bottles sold wholesale and retail in the state. From 2007 to 2010, 3.2 million fewer bottles were sold to bars and restau-

rants while 14.6 million more bottles were sold for home use than averages before the ban took place.

The resulting loss of revenue? Parker estimates $419 million in lost sales with the state of Ohio losing out on more than $28 million in sales tax revenues.

Where’s the Beef?

When Reichert vetoed the ordinance in April, he called for changes and cited the need for council to consult the public and specifically bar owners that this will impact.

White says there was a public forum held at the Douglass Theatre in January and up to 30 people attended. It was hosted by lobbyist Lora Hawk and Breathe Easy Macon, the campaign designed to help get this smoking ban passed. It is funded with money from tobacco company settlements and run by the Cancer Action Network, the advocacy arm of the American Cancer Society. Hawk says she has also been meeting with bar owners to discuss the ordinance.

“As the daughter of an independent business owner and as an independent business owner myself, I would never personally want to do any harm to anyone’s business,” Hawk says, admitting that she isn’t sure how the proposed ban would impact local businesses’ bottom line but hopes business would improve for bars, pointing to a recent survey conducted by the University of Georgia that reports 80.7-percent of Bibb County residents are non-smokers.

“My thinking is, if you’re inherently closing your doors to 80-percent of Bibb County now, that you’ll do better if you become non-smoking.”

Critics of the ordinance say they still haven’t been heard.

The recent city-hosted forum, held after the mayor’s veto, had only five council members in attendance despite a crowd reported of more than 100 people. Obelgoner says that’s further proof council members have already made up their minds.

Alex Webb and Phillip Sinclair, who own the nightclub Element, agree. They started a Facebook page called “Go Away Breathe Easy Macon,” which at last count had 515 members. The fan page for Breathe Easy Macon, by comparison, has 85 “likes.”

With the city and the county “pushing hard for a new SPLOST,” Sinclair says he’s been urging people to vote against it because he doesn’t believe local officials are acting fiscally or economically responsible in regards to the smoking ban.

“We seriously think it’ll hurt our business terribly,” Sinclair says. Webb explains, “We don’t survive on Bibb County residents. Most of our business comes from Warner Robins, Milledgeville, Byron. If you’re a smoker, why would you drive all the way here to stand outside when you can go to a bar where you live?”

Survey Says...

Opponents of the smoking ban say part of the problem is with the survey itself. One, it was funded by Community Health Works, which sponsors Breathe Easy Macon.

Sinclair says, “You can make the numbers come out like you want if you’re paying for it.” In specific, Sinclair noted that a majority of respondents believe smoking should be allowed in bars, casinos and clubs.

Webb says, “Their own survey says 53.3-percent of Bibb County citizens don’t support a smoking ban.”

“And 80-percent of the people they asked were nonsmokers,” Sinclair adds.

They questioned whether the survey actually represents the beliefs of Bibb esidents. In its executive summary, the survey says: “Men, whites, younger respondents, and respondents with a less than a high school education were significantly more likely to report having smoked at least 100 cigarettes in their life, and to report smoking now every day or some days.”

According to the demographic breakdown of the survey’s 700+ respondents, researchers surveyed a disproportionate amount of whites and people with at least a high school education. Though a slim minority of the county’s residents are white—46.3percent to 49.7-percent who are of AfricanAmerican decent, according to the US Census—58percent of the survey’s respondents were white.

But, the respondents’ race had a seemingly negligible impact on their response: 70.4-percent of whites and 69.3-percent of nonwhites favored a smoking ban in all public places. Same was true when asked whether smoking should be allowed in bars, casinos or clubs: 52.6-percent of whites and 53.2-percent of non-whites support it.

However, education was a greater predictor of a person’s opinion on smoking. Someone with less than a high school education was twice as likely as anyone else to think smoking should always be allowed in restaurants. More than 61-percent of high school dropouts support smoking in bars, casinos or clubs, compared to the next highest number, college dropouts, at 54.4-percent.

Only 8.8-percent of high school dropouts were included in the survey even though the US Census reports 24.4-percent of Bibb County’s population doesn’t have a high school education. At the same time, 36-percent of those surveyed have at least a bachelor’s degree even though only 9.4-percent of Bibb County’s residents can claim that level of education, according to the US Census.

Further—and perhaps more poignant—91.8-percent of the survey’s respondents are registered voters, compared to the roughly 45-percent registered of Bibb County residents who are eligible to vote.

Health Related...

For Councilwoman White, there is no argument stronger than the cost of human life and suffering. The Center for Disease Control estimates that second-hand smoke causes 46,000 heart disease deaths and 3,400 lung cancer deaths, each among nonsmokers every year. Bibb County also pays a healthy price for indigent care to the Medical Center. In cities like Helena, Montana and Toledo, Ohio, White says studies show a decrease in heart disease since smoking bans took place there.

DeKalb County and the city of Augusta have turned away similar efforts for a total smoking ban for reasons similar to the objections heard in Macon: fear of lost business and jobs. Even still, Macon is unique, critics argue.

Sinclair says, “In Athens, 60-percent of the storefronts aren’t empty and they have (thousands of) college students who are going to go out no matter what. Savannah has tourism and the bars in those districts are fine but the ones off the beaten path are suffering.”

Though sympathetic to the fears bar owners have, Hawk says the animosity around this ordinance seems to stem from a lack of communication between city council and local business owners. It’s bred civic distrust, but that she’s also heard a lot of positive comments from the community.

“I have heard a lot of interest from people in the community who want to clean-up Macon’s image, who want this to be a safe, clean place for them and their families to live,” she says, “This ordinance is a progressive step forward.”

Obelgoner says he likes progress too, but having a downtown that’s packed is more important. Had the city made that kind of progress, this would be a different story.

“If I had even the slightest notion that I could make more money by making our bar non-smoking, I’d do it voluntarily.”

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it’s what you missed | And what you shouldn’t

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Dylan York explores the nightlife, character & grit of downtown

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'm not allowed to talk about Dubstep anymore. It's in a Britney Spears song and girls that wear North Face jackets listen to Skrillex, it's too popular and therefore no longer indie-relevant. They never saw this coming, it got too popular too fast, which was never supposed to happen. I guess the hipsters lost this battle, oh well at least there's still Chillwave. No one on earth listens to Chillwave besides h-kids. I'm just wondering what we're going to dance to now, you can't put the genie back in the bottle, right? The Cross album is just a bit lackluster after hearing "Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites." I'm kidding, let's bring back Le Disko. It should be in someone's garage, though. Or on top of the parking deck behind Element.

Luckily the kids can still disco, DSEL is keeping things fresh and bringing in more glitch house/glitchstep (look it up) and live music production. Check out BoomBox with EP3 midway through this month at the Capitol. Everyone is gearing up for the fall, more shows and parties. Roger Riddle has been seen more places than just behind the bar at The Rookery. If you missed him with Doski Wo and Flocco Torres at The 567 then you missed a show you shouldn't have. If you missed BASSFACE with Wick-It the Instigator then you missed a show you shouldn't have.

Nick at DSEL is also gearing up for the fall by opening up Roasted Cafe & Lounge.

It's going to be like Octane in Atlanta: beer and wine as well as coffee and tea.

Downtown needs a place like this. A place anyone can hang out during the day and night, and started by someone who has a real heart for the Downtown scene. Roasted will also feature live performances,I've already booked Megan Jean for a show in December. Aside from booking, you might also find me behind the bar some nights. I've been experimenting a bit and I can't wait to debut the Roasted exclusive PBR latte, so be on the lookout. Also, Roasted will offer a place for hookah to the good people of Downtown Macon, so stop by and drink something and smoke something.

So last week I said that we would have a contest and that a date with me would be the prize. I also wrote a rambling, overly introspective article chronicling twenty-something maladjustment and doubt. Thanks to those of you who messaged me on Facebook thanking me and telling me how you related to the article. I mostly expected Brad to edit out the last paragraph detailing the contest; I wrote it at five in the morning, I was feeling mischievous. However, he did not edit out the paragraph and now one of two things will happen: Either there will be a picture of me on the cover of this week's issue holding flowers with bold font surrounding me saying, "Win A Date With Dylan York!" and I'll have to scramble together contest rules and put them down in this column. Or nothing will happen.

I guess if you really want to go on a date with me send a short descriptive paragraph about yourself and a picture of you in a Native American headdress to info@dylanyork.com. Talking to me when you see me out could work, too, but I'm usually awkward when people are like "Hey, you're Dylan York" and I lie and tell them my name is Nickye J. One time my little brother called

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me late one night, he always calls me when he has a shocking revelation about growing up, and he told me, "Sometimes, I'm out and girls flirt with me and we talk and they insinuate that they want to go home with me," then he paused and said, "And really, dude, I've found out that it's more fulfilling to just go home and do whatever the hell I want to do and then go to sleep." I can dig it. I may never fulfill my dream of finding

a girl who teaches yoga and listens to Jedi Mind Tricks. I don't know where I'm going with this, I guess I'm just saying it's not you, it's me. Let's just be friends and maybe one day we can talk, but right now, Macon, I think we should just do the going-out-in-groups thing. You know, not one-on-one but just hang out with friends.

What does dating mean anyway? That's so 1990s.

As the weight of carrying this scene on my back bares down more heavily, stay tuned to The 11th Hour for more mindless rambling from your ol' boy Dylan York.

Also, if you see the real Nickye J out tell him to accept the friend request I sent him four months ago. It's still pending.Thanks for understanding, Macon, I'll be by next week to get my copy of Stone Rollin' that I left in your car. Until then, stay hip.

Photos at BASSFACE: Wick-It the Instigator at Capitol Theatre, By Noir Nightlife

Downtown Macon Rocks the Race Weekend with events, specials and music!

The Hummingbird will host its first non-smoking event, a concert to Rock the Race! Friday, October 14th featuring The Pelvis Breastlies (All-Girl Elvis Cover Band) and The Scott Little Band.

Silent Auction at 7:00PM. $10

Proceeds for these events benefit the Susan G Komen Race for the Cure. Are you a downtown business looking to support this incredible cause? Call us and let us know what you want to offer!

We look forward to sending Race-goers your way! Call the Race hotline: 478.952.2258

GEORGIA KAYAK BRINGS NEW RETAIL DOWNTOWN osh Howell loves getting on the river about 9:00 am on a Saturday morning and spending a lazy day swimming, kayaking and enjoying the great outdoors. So an outdoor outfitter business was a perfect extension for his professional life. Howell says, “Downtown Macon was a natural location because of the proximity of the Ocmulgee River and the Riverwalk. I want people to experience the river and not forget all of the beautiful natural resources we have in Middle Georgia.” He has a working relationship with Ocmulgee Expeditions owners Brian and Stephen Adams to further enhance what they are offering with their river trips.

Georgia Kayak will offer new and used kayaks, canoes, outdoor apparel and footwear. In addition, Howell can place specialty outdoor orders.

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Georgia Kayak celebrated its grand opening on October 4, the new store is lcoated 487 Second Street.

tomer needs to for a fun day on the river. If I don’t have it in the store I can get it from one of my vendors,” says Howell.

Rentals will start at $25 per day and $40 for the weekend. Hours at

Georgia Kayak will be Tuesday – Friday from 10– 6:00 p.m., Saturday from 9– 6:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12– 3:00 p.m. Hours of operation may change during different seasons.

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he weather the past few days has reminded me once again why I tolerate the ridiculous heat we must deal with during the summer. Along with the cool weather comes a surge of activity throughout our city. In the past few weeks, Macon has been recognized as the 2nd Urban Main Street Community in the state of Georgia. Through this developmental program, you can expect to see an dramatic increase in the revitalization of real estate and small business in Downtown. Gateway Macon just announced their final contest in a series of three giveaways that have significantly benefited residents of our city, as well as drawn an immense amount of national attention to the city. The Macon Mogul contest was designed as an incentive to draw outside investors to our city but also promote local entrepreneurs and small business. To enter, you (anyone) must submit a two-page detailed business plan explaining why your business would be successful in Macon. If you win, you'll be awarded a location Downtown, rent for one year, and a HUGE chunk of change to get your business on its feet. Check out www.gatewaymacon.org if you have more questions. The International Cherry Blossom folks did an amazing job with the 2nd annual Levee Festival in Central City Park. I spent most of the day there as a volunteer and there was never a dull moment.

Kudos to them for pulling off yet another successful community event.

Things keep rolling this weekend with some excellent live music. On Friday, Janelle Monae (yes, for real) and fun. will be stopping in at The Grand Opera House as part of the College Consciousness Tour, a nationwide tour designed to promote sustainable practices and renewable resources. The show is open to the general public and it's damn cheap for such a great lineup. If for some reason, that's not up your alley, than walk down the street to the Cox Capitol Theatre for The Dirty Guv'nahs. These guys have rocked Macon before at Bearstock and Bragg Jam and they cease to impress.

Saturday will be just as busy with Grindfest 2011. Grindfest features more than a dozen local metal, hardcore, and grind bands on two stages at The 567 Center. Bring earplugs and wear shorts. I'm personally excited to see Grinchfinger, Be Easy, and Sugar Virus. In between bands at The 567, I'll be down at The Hummingbird for their final Big Bird Bash Festival. They have raised over ten-thousand dollars for CASA, a local charity that benefits children in need around our community.

If live music isn't your thing, there are a few things that I've been made aware of recently that I'm very eager to check out and hope you will to. Georgia Kayak just opened their doors in Downtown at 487 Second Street. I walked by with a friend a few days ago and it looks like they're going to add a much needed resource to our community. Should you not be able to afford a kayak of your own, get in touch with Brian or Stephen Adams and reserve a trip down the river with Ocmulgee Expeditions. I haven't made a trip with them yet, but the times I've gone down the river with friends has been a great experience and this weather makes for perfect voyages.

Given that this weather is amazing (last time), I've been riding my bike more than ever with my friends. I learned that in Milledgeville, there is a rather active Bicycle Polo crowd that gets together in the evenings to play. Macon vs.

Milledgeville, anyone? I was riding in the industrial district earlier this year and noticed a building with a sign that said "Middle Georgia Boxing Club". I've been curious for some time if the building was still in use as a boxing club and after dinner with a friend recently, I was informed that the club is still very active, but they're in need of more local support. They have a decent amount of boxers and trainers, but it's a close knit group that could use expansion. I'm excited to head down there and find out what it's going to take to get to the point where I can knock out one of my older brothers.

The following week will more than likely hold a trip to the Mulberry Street Market for fresh veggies and grass-fed meats. There's an amazing thing going on in the park every Wednesday, so please try to get down and get your share of good eats. On Thursday the 13th, an awesome band by the name of Wild Moccasins (pictured above) will be making a stop at The Rookery. The band is on tour from Austin, Texas as they make their way to CMJ in New York. Check them out. They would love to meet some Macon folks. On Friday, there's a good bit going on as usual. The Queen of Hearts Ball is set to take place at the beautiful Armory Ballroom. All proceeds benefit the Rainbow Center of Macon, an organization set up to help AIDS victims live comfortably in Macon.

The folks that organized this have been working like crazy to make this a great event and I encourage you to support it. The Rainbow Center has been operating on a minimal budget for a long time and they're in dire need to help. If you don't feel like getting dressed up for a good cause (shame on you) and want to try something a bit edgier, The 567 is hosting a national tour package featuring hardcore bands A Bullet For Pretty Boy and The Great Commission, plus 4 other bands. This tour has been featured all over the country as the "next big thing" and I know there will be a great crowd.

So, if you don't like good food, riding bikes, live music, helping your community, exercising, the outdoors, or winning $50, 000 to start your own business, than unfortunately I'm not going to be of any help to you this week. I'm always open to getting outside and exploring so if you've got the free time, let's go. I can't wait to see what Macon is like six months from now. There are amazing things happening and you can be a part of them.

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