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INSIDE. AUGUST 11 - 25, 2011 •

YEAR 9, ISSUE 9

ROBERT REICHERT

THE ELLIS ERA

The good, the bad, the ugly 1999 - 2007 PG 24

PAST 11 YEARS

Ellis vs Reichert

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C. JACK ELLIS

PHOTO KEN KRAKOW

THE BRAWL IN THE HALL

PUBLISHER’S NOTES

KNOW MACON:AUGUST 11 - 25, 2011

by BRAD EVANS

brad@11thHourOnline.com

THE ELLIS ERA... SEE PAGE 24

CALENDAR PG 4

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f I told you that part of my Bragg Jam was spent defending a possible home intrusion somewhere in the Shirley Hills area of Macon with a cab driver and a 50. Cal Desert Eagle handgun, you’d be wrong not to believe me. While many were shaking their behinds to Mixmaster Mike I was establishing a beachhead with an overzealous taxi driver at a friends house who had a “late night knocker” going on with her new baby inside and her husband out of town. We didn’t’ find anyone, but we almost certainly scared the hell out of the neighbors. I can’t tell you

how wonderful Bragg Jam was, not having to run around and put out fires during it. And the board, which has its fair share of newbies, did a great job putting the event on.

While numbers probably won’t be announced for a few more weeks yet, I think it’s safe to say that this years’ Bragg Jam event was up there with the best of them and you can bet they are already thinking about how to top it next year. Be thankful there are people like them among you.

And to the baby I potentially saved, you can thank me later.

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charged, but I got some really juicy details on what happened to them from a favorite uncle of mine who grew up with Buford. It was so fun I almost forgot to sing “Happy Birthday.”

I just downloaded Donald Ray Pollack’s new book which has been pretty damn good so far.

If Pollock’s powerful short story collection Knockemstiff, named after his real life hometown, was a punch to the jaw, his follow-up, The Devil all the Time, a novel set in the violent soul-numbing towns of southern Ohio and West Virginia, feels closer

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My mother just turned 70 years old, and we went to our favorite local restaurant the Downtown Grill to celebrate. A lot of relatives who I hadn’t seen in a long time were there, some of whom were really close with our cousin, Sherriff Buford Pusser. He’s the guy portrayed in the movie Walking Tall, and though he was of very questionable characther, he was one mean son of a bitch. After the Dixie Mafia had killed his wife and shot him in the face with a shotgun, all four gunmen and the guy who paid for the hit were found dead. Pusser was never

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to a mule’s kick, and how he draws these folks and their inevitably hopeless lives without pity is what the kick’s all about. Willard Russell is back from the war, on a Greyhound bus passing through Meade, Ohio, in 1945 when he falls for a pretty waitress in a coffee ship. He has a son, Arvin, but is still haunted by the Pacific. And while Willard teaches his only son some serious survival skills (“You just got to pick the right time,” he tells him about getting back at bullies. “They’s a lot of no-good sonofabitches out there"), happiness is still elusive. I love the South.

Ever notice how what was ‘old’ somehow becomes ‘new’ again? Well that’s precisely the case with an upcoming series at Centenary entitled THREE SIMPLE RULES

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8/13 TASTE OF THE ARTS: ANNUAL CHEF TASTING & SILENT AUCTION TO KICK OFF FALL ARTS SEASON

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he Macon Arts Alliance and Capital City Bank are proud to present the Taste of the Arts: The Producers on Saturday, August 13, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the beautifully restored Terminal Station in historic downtown Macon. This fabulous annual event kicks off the new season of arts and culture in the midstate. This year we take you backstage with the arts, with Celebrity Chefs representing more than 30 arts and cultural organizations serving up their best savory or sweet dishes. The silent auction features original art, vacation packages, hot event tickets throughout the Southeast, and luxury services and items you may bid on.

Each year at Taste of the Arts we honor champions of the arts and cultural community. This year’s honoree is Mrs. Nancy Brown Cornett, founding Executive Director of Macon Arts Alliance.

Additionally each arts and cultural organization will select their own honoree whose contributions have made an indelible impact on the community. The extraordinary dedication of these “Producers” inspired this year’s Broadway theme and their work to promote and grow the arts in Central Georgia is ample reason to celebrate.

These celebrity chefs will serve up their best “sweet” or “savory” dishes for you to sample, staged creatively around the theme of their organization.

Music sets the scene for attendees as they enjoy complimentary drinks and bid on fabulous vacations, original art, and hot event tickets in the silent auction.

Tickets are $40 and may be purchased online at Macon Arts.org or by calling or visiting The Gallery at Macon Arts Alliance, 478-743-6940.

WED 8/24 CELEBRATE MERCER VILLAGE WITH A ‘BACK TO SCHOOL BASH’ Third Thursday Presents: Back to School Bash on August 24! Enjoy this special event to welcome students of all ages back to school and celebrate the grand opening of the Lofts @ Mercer Village as well as the following retailers: Margaritas at Mercer Village, Fountain of Juice and Designer Tan. Ribbon cutting ceremony is at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy live music by the Mike Kennebrew Band, great food specials, and drink deals in Mercer Village! The street will be closed from 5-10 p.m. and the party is from 6-9 p.m. After the event, come enjoy Big Screen Movie Night in Tattnall Square Park immediately following festivities at 9:00 p.m. Screening “The Social Network”, also a free event.

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SUN 8/14 SECOND SUNDAY AT SUNSET FEATURING BACK CITY WOODS

College Hill Alliance’s free, monthly concert series moves to sunset, 6-8pm during the hot summer months. Relax in beautiful Washington Park (intersection of College and Magnolia Sts.) Bring your family, chairs and pack a picnic! Food and drinks will also be available on site by Michael’s On Mulberry and a full bar is also available including bloody marys and mimosas. For more information on the band, visit backcitywoods.com This event is free and open to the entire community.

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THE GOINGS ON IN THE CITY

Fri August 12 This day in history: (1962) Marilyn Monroe is

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found dead in her home. She was discovered nude on her bed, with a telephone in hand.

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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.

Downtown Friday Fest Downtown Macon celebrates Fridays each week with Friday Fest. The streets of downtown Macon are alive with music, art, and great food every Friday of the year. Free concert in Third Street Park featuring Magnificent Bastard: 6-9 pm. Mag Tard writes and plays original songs of the Rock and Roll variety right here from Macon, Georgia.

"Figures" Exhibit at Middle Georgia Art Association. Thru June 10. 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 August 13 This day in history: (1899) Alfred Hitchcock,

the macabre master of moviemaking, is born

Macon Arts Gallery Thru August: Dogs Days of Summer" 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.

A Taste of the Arts, 6pm – 9pm Presented by Macon Arts Alliance and sponsored

by Capital City Bank, this year's Taste of the Arts promises a festive time for all and an opportunity to support over 50 local arts and culture organizations! Celebrity chefs compete with their best sweet and savory creations, which attendees enjoy sampling along with drinks, music and a silent auction. Located at the Terminal Station, downtown Macon. Admission is $40. Purchase tickets now to support the Macon Arts Alliance and its work in 12 Middle Georgia Counties and to have a cool time on a hot summer night! For more info, call 478-743-6940.

Thru October 31 – 55th Anniversary of Museum of Arts & Sciences: Selections from the Permanent Collection. Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday, 1 - 5 p.m.. Admission $4 - $8.

478.477.3232. MASMacon.com. 4182 Forsyth Rd.

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. La Galerie is an art gallery across from the Cox Capitol Theatre open each Friday from 6:30-10 pm or later. 391 Second St, Downtown Macon.

Comedian James Gregory at the Cox Capitol Theatre The Funniest Man in America, James Gregory is coming to the Cox Capitol Theatre on Saturday, August 13 7:00p.m.

For over two decades, the unforgettable caricature of veteran comedian James Gregory has stood grinning: his shirt untucked, his arms outstretched, a carefree welcome to a down-home, hilarious comedy experience. It’s storytelling at its best.

Reserved seating $30, balcony $27. 362 Second Street.

Jazz and Jokes at the Macon City Auditorium Need a few good laughs? Here's the solution...Come out to Jazz and Jokes hosted by JJ Williamson featuring "The Big Boys of Comedy", D.C. Curry and Earthquake!

Phone: 478-757-0828. Tickets available at all ticketmaster locations.

Sun August 14 This day in history: (1935) F.D.R. signs into

law the Social Security Act.

Second Sunday at Sunset Washington Park 7-9pm Join College Hill for an afternoon of FREE music in the park. Bring your family, chair and pack a picnic! Free event. Open to the public. Call the College Hill Alliance at 478.301.2008 for more info. This second Sunday will feature Back City Woods on the stage.

Macon Film Guild presents “Meek’s Cutoff” Screenings are held the 2nd Sunday of each month at 2:00, 4:30 and 7:30 PM. It's 1845 and a wagon team of three families has hired mountain man Stephen Meek to guide them over Oregon's Cascade mountains. Rated PG. (US, 2011, Western) Admission just $5, The historic Douglass Theatre.

Thur August 18 This day in history: (1227) Genghis Khan, the

Mongol leader who forged an empire stretching from the east coast of China west to the Aral Sea at age 60.

Third Thursday: Party in Mercer Village - Mercer Village (intersection of Coleman and Montpelier Aves.), Join the Mercer Village merchants for a block party August 18 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. in the Village! Merchants will be serving up food and drink specials, retail deals, live music, and outdoor games. Participating Shop Local Macon businesses will also be on hand.

Montpelier Avenue will be closed from Linden to Johnson Avenue to allow the block party to flow into the streets. Visit Francar's Buffalo Wings, Rodeo Beach, Jittery Joes, Ingleside Village Pizza,

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Art on the Avenue Fine Art Gallery New monthly gallery shows. 2368 Ingleside Ave, 478-743-3720 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 and Barnes & Noble as well as Designer Tan and Fountain of Juice who are newly open! Margarita's Mexican Grill will be opening soon.

Fri August 19 This day in history: (1909) the first race is held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Downtown Friday Fest Downtown Macon celebrates Fridays each week with Friday Fest. The streets of downtown Macon are alive with music, art, and great food every Friday of the year. Free concert in Third Street Park featuring Scott Little Band: 6-9 pm. This storytelling four piece band has more than succeeded in their goal of making real music. Pulling from influences such as Haggard and Parsons, they make music the old-fashioned way, they live it…then they play it.

Children’s Play Area: water slide, face painting, sand castle building, giveaways and more from 5 until 7 pm on the fountain side of Third Street Park. Free event.

The Douglass Theatre Presents: A poetic drama you will never forget... "A Window In My Mind" A Play by Winsphere Jones, 7:30 PM It is the story of a writer, Weylin Hollingberry, looking to become one of New Amsterdam’s foremost mystery writers and gain success in literary circles. While pursuing his dream, his fiancée, Callista Garrett, who was born an aristocrat, decides to leave Weylin to pursue her own dream of becoming a dancer at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dance. Since Weylin cannot woo the heart of his dearest love to stay with him, she leaves him to bear the burden of her decision to follow her own path. However, when Weylin’s book is published, his life becomes torn by his own masterpiece, and he is driven to make a decision that will haunt him for the rest of his life.

Tickets: $15 Adv/$20 Door. 355 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Macon, 478-742-2000.

Sat August 20 This day in history: (1920) seven men, including legendary all-around athlete and football

star Jim Thorpe, meet to organize a professional football league.

Bonner Creek Bluegrass in Forsyth 8pm – 10pm. 23 W. Johnston St., Forsyth, GA Join us for a return engagement of the Bonner Creek Band at the Rose Theater Saturday, August 20th, at 8 pm! Bonner Creek performs traditional bluegrass, contemporary bluegrass, bluegrass gospel, and traditional country music in the bluegrass style. Tickets are $15.00 for general admission seating. For more information, call 994-0443

Wed August 24 This day in history: (79AD) Mount Vesuvius

near Pompeii, Italy, begins to erupt on this day. Hundreds of years later, archaeologists excavated Pompeii and found everything and everyone that had been there that day perfectly preserved by the volcano's ash.

Back to School Bash and Grand Opening of the Lofts at Mercer Village - Mercer Village (intersection of Coleman and Montpelier Aves.), 6-9pm Live music by the Mike Kennebrew Band, discounts, games, giveaways. Street closed. Lofts Ribbon Cutting at 6:30pm.

Big Screen Movie Night, “The Social Network”: 8pm – 10pm FREE outdoor movie screening with Tattnall Square Park serving as the picturesque backdrop. Don't forget to bring your friends, lawn chairs, and blankets. You can bring snacks or walk over early to Mercer Village and grab a bite during the Back to School Bash.

Thur Sept 1 This day in history: (1864) Union General

WilliamTecumseh Sherman takes Atlanta.

Labor Day Festival for Strings: Opening Distinguished Artists Concert at Fickling Hall 1pm – 3pm Coleman Ave. at Adams St., Macon, Distinguished Artists Concert* $10 General Admission/Free with Mercer ID Call 478-3015470 for tickets.

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

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.

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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. 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, located at 935 High Street in Macon, is the birthplace of noted poet, musician & soldier, Sidney Lanier (18421881). Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm and tours are $5. 478.743.3851 Tubman African American Museum

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THE URBAN EXPLORER

BY SEAN PRITCHARD

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ost Bragg Jam was more of a blur then I expected.

I've spent the past 7 months preparing for one single day, and the moment it was over I was left wondering what I would do with my time. So, I spent a few hours searching around on Facebook, reading Out & About, Macon Magazine, and the 11th Hour and was quickly reminded that Macon is a town that really never sleeps (despite what people might think). You just have to know where to look and be able to keep up. That all being said, I'm fairly sure I'll be taking part in all these great local events in the next two weeks.

On Friday, get your earplugs out and lace up your dancing boots because two of the largest shows featuring hardcore, metal, and grind, plus tons of other genres will be Downtown. At The 567, you can check out national touring acts Greeley Estates on tour with The Plot In You and 7 other bands, all for only $13.00. This is sure to be a huge show so if it's up your alley, be here. If you want to check out something a bit different though, head down to Central City Skatepark for Summer Fest, which features over 12 bands from all around the region. Both shows will be loud, sweaty, and packed so get there early and plan to stay late!

The following night will be something completely different but possibly as entertaining. Macon Arts Alliance hosts their annual celebration "Taste of the Arts" at the Terminal Station. The event features "celebrity" chefs, a stocked bar, a silent auction and much more. I missed out on Taste of the Arts last year and I'm not going to make the same mistake this time around. I hear it's one of the liveliest parties in town.

Get your fill of food and drink Saturday night but remember that one of Macon's fastest growing events Second Sunday at Sunset starts at 7:00pm in Washington Park. This month Back City Woods (who will be playing with Sequoyah Prep School for a special Double Bill on Sept. 3rd at The Hummingbird) provides the soundtrack to your evening. Remember that you can bring a picnic bas-

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r u o H y Happ Sequoyah Prep School play the Bird on Sept. 3rd ket of your own or purchase a lunch for $5.00 at the park. I urge you not to consume more then you can manage because as soon as Second Sunday is over, the entire park (yes, I mean it) will be migrating to The Rookery as local OG (some might say that) Roger Riddle will be hosting a party alongside Macon's Shawty Slim, who just returned from a tour in ASIA with B.O.B. !

As all the schools start back in the next week, Macon will receive a burst of energy and activity that we haven't felt all summer. I know that everyone at Mercer will be thrilled at the newest additions in the College Corridor in the lower level of the new lofts (Designer Tan, Fountain of Juice, and Margaritas). With the return of students come even more events for you to choose from and a larger, more diverse crowd for you to socialize with.

I'm sure everyone will be busy the next week with preparing for the year to come but that's not to say there aren't fun things to do around town. Without a doubt, I'll be headed to The 567 to catch the latest tunes from Macon's favorite songstress Oh Dorian as she takes the stage with locals Whale Bone and two up-and-coming Atlanta acts, Oryx & Crake and Spirits and The Melchizedek Children.

Oh Dorian will be playing a set of brand new songs, as will Whale Bone so that's more then enough reason to make it out and support local and regional talent.

Reggae artist Dean Brown fronts the Macon band, DubShak, and takes a little time to talk to us about his love of music, his first album and the Indian Mounds.

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What was the first album you bought with your own money? 'The 50 Pound Dub Plate' by Dean Brown. Its available at our local shows and will soon be available @ reverbnation & CD Baby. Why? Support independent music, innovative original artists and Macon music!

Name a band our readers should know about. Deep roots reggae because I see the need to fill a void, and I want to reawaken something ancient in all of us. But its obvious that I love all kinds of music and its embraced by all music lovers. The music becoming even more organic, fiery and unpredictable but always timeless and anchored by great arrangements and catchy songwriting and could go electronic at any moment and does every now and then.

What band T Shirt do you wear proudly? I am in need of cool T-Shirts and would wear anybody's shirt. But I actually being wearing the 'STAY SUPERIOR' T-shirt by Tommy Superior who plays guitar with me, records his own projects and tours with several local artists including Floco Torres.

Where do you like to hang out in Macon? My favorite hang out spot in Macon is downtown, and then the Ocmulgee National Park.

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MACON’S LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE THUR 8/11

WED 8/17

SUN 8/21

Rob Walker/Eddie Stone Wild Wing Cafe

Matt Pippen Wild Wing Cafe, 8:30pm

Open Mic Locos Grill & Pub

Matt Moncrief Billy’s Clubhouse

FRI 8/12

B Keith Williamns 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive Alter Ego APs Hidden Hideaway Plethra Billy’s Clubhouse

Soulshine The Hummingbird

Magnificent Bastard Friday Fest,Third St. Park Back ‘N Black Wild Wing Cafe

SAT 8/13

The Skeeterz APs Hidden Hideaway Echospeed The Hummingbird Homefront The Rookery

Sugar Creek The Shamrock

Tyler Hammond Band Wild Wing Cafe

SUN 8/14

Big Mike & Booty Papas APs Hidden Hideaway

Jazz Brunch with Walton/Andrews Project The Rookery Scott Pallot Wild Wing Cafe

MON 8/15

Jim Cable 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive

TUES 8/16

Travis Denning Johnny’s Pizzeria

B Keith Williams The Shamrock

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Man in the Box Backporch Lounge

THUR 8/18 Lance Daniel Billy’s Clubhouse

Jason Hobbs, Will Stevens, Gray Brantley The Hummingbird Battle of the Bands Wild Wing Cafe

FRI 8/19

Sugar Creek 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive Free Lance Ruckus APs Hidden Hideaway Tokyo Spa Billy’s Clubhouse

Yacht Rock Schooners The Hummingbird Scott Little Band Friday Fest,Third St. Park Chris Pickering The Rookery Session Road The Shamrock SoulShine Wild Wing Cafe

SAT 8/20

theBlueIndian.com presents Whale Bone, Oh Dorian 567 Gallery Stage The SKeeterz APs Hidden Hideaway Corruption Billy’s Clubhouse

2 Finger Jester The Hummingbird Ben Prestage The Rookery

Chris Blankenship The Shamrock Wartown Wild Wing Cafe

Big Mike & Booty Papas APs Hidden Hideaway

Brunch with Walton/ Andrews Project The Rookery

MON 8/22

Paul Knight 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive

TUES 8/23

B Keith Williams The Shamrock Travis Denning Johnny’s Pizzeria

Locals’ Showcase The Hummingbird

WED 8/24

Man in the Box Backporch Lounge

Matt Pippen Wild Wing Cafe, 8:30pm

THUR 8/25

DSEL promotions presents Bassface w/Heroes & Villians, Mayhem & Natasha Fox Cox Capitol Theatre, all ages Scott Sanders Billy’s Clubhouse

Gringo Grande CD Release Party The Hummingbird

FRI 8/26

Keith Williams 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive Big Elk Trio APs Hidden Hideaway Stoopgrass Billy’s Clubhouse

The Heap The Hummingbird The Unknown Wild Wing Cafe

DRINK SPECIALS/ SPECIAL EVENTS

BJ Billiards, $3 wells and $2 domestics, shots

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

Ladies Night: 20’s Pub

MONDAYS

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

Daily Happy Hour; 4-7pm. 241 drafts, house wine and well drinks Guiseppi’s Pizza 2-4-1 wells and $2 Domestics until 8pm CJ’s Sports Bar $1 Wells all night, The Bird Happy Hour open to close Rivalry’s Sports Bar

1/2 off salads! $2 house vodka Wild Wing Cafe

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

TUESDAYS

Ladies night Tara’s Tavern

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

FRIDAYS

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

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

Everyday, Miller Lite buckets just $12! Wild Wing

Trivia 8:30p Trivia Special - $1.50 PBR Pints | $4.50 PBR Pitchers 8Close Macon Mellow

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$1 PBR, Natty lite and High Life, Locos

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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

$1 PBR, Natty lite and High Life Locos

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

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$1.99 drafts, Johnny’s Pizzeria

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

$4 Firefly cocktails, $3 20oz. domestics Wild Wing Cafe

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$10 beer buckets, 20’s Pub

$7.99 Beer buckets Giuseppi’s

$3 Margaritas, Bloody Mary's, Long Island's, Sangria's (Red or White) Happy Hour Special 9pm-Close Macon Mellow Live acoustic on patio, 6:309:30pm. $2.50 Miller Lt & Coors Lt Bottles $3 Bloody Marys Wild Wing Cafe Lady’s Hour 7:30-8:30pm. Gals enjoy $1 Wells/Domestics BJ’s Billiards $3 Bloody Marys Locos

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The Insurrection Sound- Music Masters Third Annual Battle of the Baddest Bands will be hosted at Wild Wing Cafe for four Thurdays beginning August 18. Middle Georgia's best talent battle it out for studio time at Insurrection Sound and prizes from Music Masters. Preliminary round dates are August 18, 25, September 1, and 8th. The winner of each preliminary round plays for all the marbles at the finale Friday September 16th. Slots are still available if you have a band and are looking for some great exposure as well as the opportunity to win great prizes. So if you want to see the best Middle Georgia's music scene has to offer, come out to Wild Wings Cafe over the next few weeks where there is never a cover!

The Yacht Rock Revue picked up three awards in the 2010 Creative Loafing Best of Atlanta: The Critics Pick for "Best Excuse To Get Drunk With Your Dad" and the Readers Pick for "Best Local Overall Music Act" and "Best Cover Band". To get an idea of what this band is all about, view their music videos on their facebook page; from Hall & Oates to Donna Summer, these guys will have you singing, dancing and drinking to your favorite classic hits of yesterday.

Battle of the Bands @ Wild Wing Cafe

Yacht Rock Schooner @ The Bird

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

Every Friday & Saturday, Friends Bar & Grill, Macon Sundays 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

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Magnificent Bastard @ Friday Fest, Third Street Park

6-9 pm. Free event! Dine, shop and sip downtown and enjoy a free concert in Third Street Park. Mag Tard writes and plays original songs of the Rock and Roll variety right here from Macon, Georgia. Chris is the lead vocalist and plays the electric guitar. Justin plays bass and has his own band Trendlenberg. Vinnie is lefthanded and often likes to release his rage on a backwards drumset. And last but not least Dan plays the sax, while Miles is on the drums and Justin on the bass.

Soulshine @ The Hummingbird

oulshine, Macon Ga's Allman Brothers Tribute Band, was founded by musician Stan Killingsworth to recreate the awe and majesty of the Allman Brothers live performances. By combining the talents of some Middle Georgia's finest musicians, Soulshine, has received praise from fans and critics alike. Not only do they perform the more popular Allman Brothers tunes, they perform the more lengthy and experimental pieces. Soulshine's performances are characterized by blistering guitar solos, soulful singing, a tight rhythm section, and wild improvisation

Back ‘N Black @ Wild Wing Café

Back N Black are on a mission. These bad boys have one goal. To drive the adrenaline fueled hellride that is an AC/DC concert right up in your...face. Angus ripping through his solos in his schoolboy uniform (UNTIL THE STRIPTEASE!), Brian's larynx shredding vocals, Malcolms sledgehammer riffs and the clockwork thunder of Cliff and Phil's relentless rhythm section. These boys deliver the goods with... a set list that spans over 3 decades served up loud, hot and nasty! All the favorites

OH DORIAN @ 567 GALLERY STAGE from Back In Black, Highway To Hell, The Razors Edge , Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap, For Those About To Rock We Salute You...

SAT. AUG 13

Echospeed @ The Hummingbird

When you need your 80’s fix and only the best will do, echospeed is the band you need!

Playing the hits of the 80’s for nearly 20 years.

The Godfather of 80’s cover bands. Simple enough.... No costumes, wigs or gimmicks!

The Skeeterz @ AP’s Hideaway

Collectively, The Skeeterz have played extensively throughout Georgia. They have honed their craft and operate as a very tight, nearly flawless unit. They leave excited,happy fans wherever they play. The band also just won the “Battle of the Baddest Bands” to win a coveted spot at September’s Heroes Music Fest.

FRI. AUG 19

Scott Little Band @ Friday Fest, Third Street Park

6-9 pm. Free event! Dine, shop and sip downtown and enjoy a free concert in Third Street

SCOTT LITTLE BAND @ FRIDAY FEST

Park. This storytelling four piece band has more than succeeded in their goal of making real music. Pulling from influences such as Haggard and Parsons, they make music the old-fashioned way, they live it…then they play it.

Tokyo Spa @ Billy’s Clubhouse

TOKYO SPA is a group of seasoned musicians playing an eclectic mix of rock cover songs covering the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and NOW. Everything from Peter Gabriel to 311, Billy Idol to U2, Pink Floyd to The White Stripes!!

They're a great party band; and a happy ending is guaranteed.

SAT. AUG 20

Oh Dorian @ The 567 with Whale Bone Oh Dorian seemingly crept out of

nowhere, moving quickly from tiny dive bars to famed listening rooms like Eddie’s Attic and opening gigs for acts like The Indigo Girls and Modern Skirts. The power of her voice is matched only by her seriousness and dedication as an artist. At first sound, she’s as morose a singer as we’ve ever heard. Then comes her laugh, boomingly loud like a human foghorn, and we knew for sure she’s our kind of people.

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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.

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. 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

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

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.

LD • BAR $-$$, 477.WILD

MEXICAN

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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Jim Shaw’s Casual dining with Macon’s best seafood, tuna tidbits, scallops, wild Georgia shrimp. Seperate bar area with smoking. D • BAR $-$$ 3040 Vineville

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Luigi’s Bistro Casual Italian cuisine in a hip, swanky atmosphere. LD • BAR • $-$$ 401 Cherry Street, 743.4645

Mexican Pizza with marinated chicken, black olives & jalepenos

AMY BETH RECOMMENDS...

Where she works? The Shamrock Hometown: Mercer, Pennsylvania Favorite menu items - I would recommend our seafood nachos, fish ‘n housemade chips our fried crawfish and our reuben.

Favorite Restaurant other than where you work?

I really enjoy Pho Saigon, I always order the #36 with shrimp and pork.

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 Each one locally-owned 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.

Full catering services on or off site.

Open Tues-Thur, 7am-6pm; Friday and Saturday 7am-9pm. 502 Cherry St., Macon 257-6612 BLD • BAR • $-$$

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

One of the few restaurants downtown open on Sundays and the only late night eatery on Saturdays 12:30am til 3am!

LD • $ 587 Cherry Street, 254.3059.

The Downtown Grill Slightly upscale dining serving fresh fish, prime cut Black Angus and features it’s own humidor.

D • BAR • $$-$$$ 562 Mulberry Street, 742.5999

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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

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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embarrassed? Not on your life. I’m still proud to call him my friend.

One thing that kicked up a lot of printing ink in this election was a raunchy campaign flyer which was obviously directed at black voters and distributed by unnamed political tactician and vote-counter in middle persons who were probably also black. The Georgia. After a great deal of contemplaidea of that kind of literature is certainly tion, I think I have an answer – Robert nothing new. The first time I ran for office I Brown hasn’t changed but the electorate has. opposed a black incumbent and had exactly Even taking into considerathe same About a week after election day, I asked Robert Brown what the Mayor said when tion several self-inflicted gaffes kind of he called to ask for his support. He replied that, not only had the Mayor not called which hurt him, those alone would brochure him, but Reichert announced that he didn’t want Robert Brown’s support... not have cost him victory in prior distributed elections. But in previous years, his elec- support based only upon who the eventual against me. When you print a photo of me torate still relied heavily upon opinion lead- winner might be. After all, I endorsed my next to a photo of someone who is black, it’s ers, ministers, block captains, and the tradi- good friend Dubose Porter for governor last pretty obvious the point you are trying to tional way of getting voters to the polls. In year and he trailed considerably on primary make. What made this one different was the this day of social media, instant news day. But of all the candidates, as a Dublin lewd nature of the drawing that was meant to reports, blast emails, and the constant barrage resident whose sons went to school here in depict the Telegraph officials who also host of news both local and external, we’ve come Macon, Dubose was the candidate most like- a television and radio show whose personal to expect a personal invitation to vote. If we ly to help middle Georgia (with the current political preferences are never a secret. can’t shake the candidate’s hand, we at least Governor and Lieutenant Governor from I wouldn’t even hazard a guess as to the expect him or her to ask us personally for our Gainesville and the Speaker of the House victors in the two run-off races. About a vote in an expensive television ad, a full-color from Ellijay, look for lots of economic week after election day, I asked Robert brochure in our mailbox, a recorded robo-call development in Georgia’s mountains). The Brown what the Mayor said when he called (which I detest), or an earnest Facebook same reasoning held true for my support of to ask for his support. He replied that, not appeal re-posted from our friends and family. Robert Brown. When the Georgia only had the Mayor not called him, but It is no longer sufficient to have several Department of Transportation threatened to Reichert announced that he didn’t want degrees of separation between us and the can- build a super highway through my neighbor- Robert Brown’s support or the support of didate. So, if you can’t afford all those elec- hood, while others talked about signing peti- voters who cast their vote for Brown. I suptronic advantages, chances are you aren’t tions and organizing committees, Robert pose the Mayor can afford to scoff at 9% of going to be elected. The days are over when Brown went directly to GDOT and stopped the vote in the assumption he won’t need it a populist candidate such as Jimmy Carter (no the project in its tracks. I don’t forget that in the run-off. But then, as the readers of the matter what you think of him) could rise from kind of service even if others do. So was I 11th Hour know, I’ve been wrong before.

ELECTION LESSONS RICK HUTTO Macon City Councilman and published author

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certainly learned some valuable lessons from the most recent City elections. First and foremost, I am grateful not to have had an opponent since that would have made me part of a divisive and tension-charged several weeks of campaigning. Second, I may need to hang up my hat as a political prognosticator. Citing the racial breakdown of registered voters in the City, I predicted that, after election day, Robert Brown would be in a run-off with Robert Reichert and Robert Brown would end up as Mayor. Of course I also predicted that two incumbent Council members would lose their seats.

Only one did while two others came close.

So what happened to Robert Brown?

First, he told me afterwards that he had no one to blame but himself. He didn’t resort to allegations of conspiracies or vote-buying or convoluted explanations that point the finger at someone else. In short, he was gracious in defeat. I had political friends in Atlanta who called me on election night for some kind of explanation of what happened to Robert Brown who has, for decades, been the best

SEEING RED

THANK GOD THE ELECTIONS ARE ALMOST OVER! BILL KNOWLES Active member of the Republican Party

ake a big deep breath Middle Georgia!

Tuesday, August 16th, the day of the highly anticipated runoff in two hotly contested races that can mean the life or death of Macon and Bibb County is finally upon us.

As I have said in previous columns, I as the First Vice-Chair of the Bibb County Republican Party cannot endorse any of the candidates that are running as our party does not have a horse in these races. We do have a common goal with the community in large: Government that is run ethically and morally correct for our people no matter which party they happen to belong to.

Two of the candidates running have shown themselves to have the common interest at heart and have shown they can cross party lines in a cooperative manner: Mayor Robert Reichert and former City Council President Miriam Paris. Further, they have run their individual campaigns in this cycle based on facts, agenda and platform, not on fear, hate and dishonesty as the other two candidates have: former Mayor C. Jack Ellis and former State Representative David Lucas. Now in

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defense of Mr. Lucas, it has been his wife Elaine who has been his hatchetwoman, spewing hatred and false innuendo continuously. (If he had a shred of dignity, he would distance himself from her statements.) Ellis on the other hand has been spreading his own propaganda, claiming that the city finances under his watch were in his words “nothing short of genius”.

Hmmmm….I guess it could be considered “genius” in the sense of a plan devised by Al Capone or Bernie Madoff. Quite honestly the fact that he thinks that since when he started in office with $28 million in the general fund and left with $16 million is nothing short of genius should in itself disqualify him from office.

Thomas Thomas, Macon’s Chief Administrative Officer also states that when Ellis took office the fund balance of the city, which is the sum total of the city’s assets minus the liabilities, was $10.6 million dollars in 2000 and was in the hole $3.5 million dollars by the time Ellis whisked himself away to Ghana. To this, Ellis says Mr. Thomas is “dead wrong. He doesn’t know what he’s talking about.” So the people of Macon are supposed to take your word for it Jack? Fool us once…shame on you….Fool us twice…shame on us. Fool us three times we’re all just fools.

In past articles I’ve addressed the fact that

obscurity to the White House with little money but lots of volunteers. Although money alone won’t elect a candidate (remember Steve Forbes and Mitt Romney?), now the lack of money will make it almost impossible (e.g., Ralph Nader and Dennis Kucinich).

One of my neighbors told me that I must be embarrassed to have backed Robert Brown after he didn’t even make the runoff, and I replied honestly that I don’t offer my

we, the Bibb County GOP, have been accused, duty and step up to the plate and run for public primarily by Mrs. Lucas and former Mayor office. But let us look at why people are hesiEllis, of being the prime motivators and money tant to put their necks on the line. Most people behind the candidacies of Mayor Reichert, think a Republican can’t win but in a few Miriam Paris and also Chris Horne. These precincts in Bibb County, but Charlie Bishop charges are out and out lies formulated to “rally proved them wrong when he won Bibb County the troops” of unknowing voters who blindly Commission Chairman. The other main reafollow candidates whose whole platforms are son that people are skittish about running is based on weak and shifting sand and lacking continuing to be shown in the elections that will any substance. However, is it not in the best be decided on the 16th: some candidates will interest of our community to stand behind the do anything to win at the expense of someone logical choices to govern us and encourage else. They will lie and say anything just for a few votes, just as Elaine people to vote for canLucas did in her race didates who have Mayor Robert Reichert and against fellow integrity and have former City Council President Democrat Chris shown that they have Miriam Paris have run their Horne. Some will the best interest of the individual campaigns based on even cheat. (I’ve populace in mind instead of their own facts, agenda and platform, not been told that absenselfish agenda based on fear, hate and dishonesty as tee ballot requests are at twice the solely on getting electthe other two candidates have: running normal rate. I highly ed so that they can take former Mayor C. Jack Ellis and encourage someone our money and give us former State Representative to look into this as nothing in return but this usually means empty promises, corDavid Lucas. that some candidates ruption and more problems that the next poor candidate has to are doing very well within the corpse communimop up? If the Republican Party had candi- ty.) Something else can be remembered: The dates in these races I would certainly not be unbeatable can be beaten as Horne almost encouraging voters to cross party lines. We dethroned Queen Elaine of Shurlington only have no other dogs in the hunt so why not losing by 126 votes, most of which might have insure that the candidates who are elected are been suffering from rigor mortis.

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ragg Jam was debaucherous and depraved. In a good way. I woke up Saturday morning (early afternoon) with a phone full of texts instructing me not to put the pictures I had taken up online. The night before had been the kick off party for all the sponsors and contributors of the event.

For me the night had been a blur of catered food, Newcastle and mischievous antics.

The highlight of the event had been the sexy smooth music provided by Yacht Rock Schooner. Later that afternoon I had lunch with DJ VH1 at The Rookery, we'd met the night before. He was an interesting guy, I found out he has a degree in literature and writes for Esquire. I also learned the phrase "disco nap."

The rest of my day was spent running around taking pictures of the various musical acts that Bragg Jam brought us. I felt important because I had an all access pass with "official event photographer" written on the back in blue sharpie. I started the day off with Delta Saints at the Capitol and then followed it up with the amazing line up at The 567. The Delta Saints were an astounding mix of blue-eyed soul and dive bar blues. I'd love to see more music like this come to Macon, I'm actually in the works to book Atlanta Neo-Cabaret darlings Blair Crimmins and the Hookers sometime in the future. If you saw the Saints and liked what they were doing check out the return of Megan Jean and the KFB at The Rookery on the 26th.

In following with their flawless record of booking amazing indie coolness, The 567 was the place to be for Bragg Jam if you were with your family or just wanted to hear the future of Indie Rock. In attendance was my favorite local singer-songwriter Amy Godwin as well as Nashville's Parachute Musical. I got some great shots from The 567, but couldn't even get in the door at The Hummingbird.

The place was packed! The day had been relatively relaxed, I was gearing up for that evening and I was probably going to need a disco nap…

If you're into Hip-Hop, like real HipHop, like robots and sneakers and turntables and New York Fat Caps on Krylon Icy Grape spray paint; then you know who Mix Master Mike is. If you don't then you missed the absolute dopest thing to go down in Macon this year. The greatest turntablist since Grandmaster Flash, the backing DJ for the Beastie Boys played at Asylum. I should take this moment to thank Jamie Weatherford for actually talking Mike into letting me on stage during his set. Mike's contract stated that only security was allowed on stage during his performance, but somehow Jamie worked his magic and at the last minute got Mix Master Mike to let me take pictures from the stage. I almost fell out. Then Mike dropped "We Are Your Friends" by Justice and I almost passed out. It was on the top 5 of the "Craziest Things That Ever Happened in Dylan's Life" list.

The set was insane, the whole thing was the perfect end to an amazing day. After Mike's set was over my friends and I danced to DJ VH1 who played until 3AM. If you know me, or if you read my column regularly you know that two of my favorite genres of music are Hip-Hop and Electro. Downtown needs more of both, which is why a huge

highlight after Bragg Jam was the following First Friday when local emcee Al K!ng played at The Rookery. The show was awesome, Al's level of energy and lyrical ability is something all emcees should aspire to.

Thanks to Flocco Torres and MagTard's Chris Nylund for keeping the show organized and keeping the levels balanced, we couldn't have done it without you guys. The only criticism I had for the show was Al's DJ; if I wanted to

see some skinny hipster messing with a record player I'd have stayed in Atlanta.

On a more serious and less self-deprecating note, it seems as though some local media outlets have been taking a sensationalistic approach to the recent murder in our town. I am not downplaying, by any means, the tragedy of a young and beautiful life lost at the hands of a heinous animal. However,

allowing a personal and isolated incident to keep you from enjoying life is cheating yourself. Investigators involved were quick to act and handle the situation.

As the weather cools more amazing shows and parties and businesses and things to do will be happening in Downtown Macon, not allowing yourself to enjoy it is letting the monster win. Just remember what Mos Def said about fear.

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THE ELLIS ERA: A look at the 11 years during and after C. Jack Ellis was elected Macon’s first black mayor Dec. 2003 – Ellis sworn into second term; calls for state legislature to put consolidation on the ballot

Hill; projects almost stall in 2004 when city fails to allot payment for third consecutive year.

Oct. 2001 – Macon Music & Heritage Festival brings thousands downtown to see James Brown and Little Feat; city pays Karen Spellman, a consultant, $50,000 in consecutive years as well a cut from festival revenue to plan the event

2004 Feb. 2004 - proposes $30 million downtown amphitheatre for SPLOST

Nov. 2001 - council bans Ellis from cash advances on city credit cards

2002

1999-2000

Nov. 1999 – C. Jack Ellis elected, first black mayor of Macon Jan. 2000 – ESPN interviews Ellis who offers support for John Rocker, the controversial Macon native who made racist comments in a Sports Illustrated article May 2000 – presents first budget with 10.7-percent increase over previous year Jun. 2000 – secures $2.7 million for downtown sidewalks through Road Improvement Program Aug. 2000 – gives speech at Democratic National Convention; excites the crowd in LA Nov. 2000 – establishes “diversity committee;” six months later it stops meeting Dec. 2000 – GEICO announces it’ll add 300 jobs at Macon office

2001 Jan. 2001 – GDOT gives Macon $1 million grant to help purchase Terminal Station from Georgia Power Mar. 2001 – dedicates Duane Allman Boulevard and Raymond Berry Oakley III Bridge Jun. 2001 – makes first visit to Africa, takes council members Henry Ficklin, Elaine Lucas and James Timley, costing taxpayers nearly $19,000 Jun. 2001 – council okays bid to bring a NBA development league team to Macon; next day the NBDL picks Asheville, NC instead Aug. 2001 – city abandons expansive tax allocation district to revitalize downtown despite its approval in January of that year Oct. 2001 – receives $19.2 million Hope VI grant with commitment of $1.3 million of city funds to replace Oglethorpe Homes with mixed-income housing, build complex for seniors and build 25 houses in the Beall's

Jan. 2002 – council approves former councilman Jim Lee’s plan to raise mayor’s pay from $74,000 to $96,500 by the end of the following four-year term Mar. 2002 – city receives $2.5 million in Federal funding for Terminal Station renovation Aug. 2002 – Urban Development Authority issues $12 million bond for Terminal Station and Beall’s Hill renovation projects putting the city on the hook for $21.3 million by August 2024 Aug. 2002 – Macon Braves play final game before the franchise moves to Rome

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Mar. 2004 – voters reject $160 million proposed SPLOST with $60 million earmarked for improving recreation May 2004 – takes youth basketball team to Macon, France for tournament with a mix of private donations and money from the Police Athletic League, Youth Council, and Sister Cities Program May 2004 – council restrains mayor’s spending power; more restrictions follow three months later June 2004 – fires city grant writer for “questioning his authority” June 2004 - witnesses say Ellis uses “N-word” to describe council members Lucas and Ficklin in a verbal confrontation with Georgia Informer publisher Herbert Dennard; Lucas, Ficklin and Rick Hutto later

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Sept. 2002 – judge evicts the mayor’s then-wife from their home, which she refused to leave after agreeing to its sale; sheriffs seize $22,000 worth of household items to satisfy a lien Dec. 2002 – Beall’s Hill project breaks ground Dec. 2002 – city loses $5.7 million in revenue after Ellis renegotiates sales tax split with the county, taking the city’s cut from 80-percent to 60-percent

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total number of grand jury investigations into the city finances under Ellis (no indictments)

accuse the mayor of running a “slander campaign” against them.

July 2004 - grand jury opens investigation into city spending, issues subpoena of Ellis, city council and Bank of America officials; no indictment. City raises property taxes for second consecutive year; Ellis breaks campaign promise to veto any tax hikes.

July 2004 – city’s bond rating dropped from A-1 to AA Aug. 2004 – city takes out first TAN (tax anticipation note) in 25 years to cover expenses

2003 May 2003 - inaugrual “First Friday” event downtown June 2003 – the loss of sales tax revenue creates schism between mayor and council on how to fund the budget; council proposes property tax hike over garbage fee hike July 2003 – Ellis wins second term over challenger Dominick Andrews Aug. 2003 – council approves property tax hike after delay on the vote because of Ellis trip to Africa; county rolls back its millage rate Oct. 2003 – Brown & Williamson announces it will merge with RJ Reynolds, will close Macon plant; layoffs begin in August 2004, taking away 2100 jobs with average $25/hour salary

Aug 2004 - Recall Ellis campaign formally begins; group’s first effort ends that October Dec. 2004 – Macon Housing Authority files lawsuit claiming Ellis unlawfully appointed Louis Hargrove without council approval Dec. 2004 – state audit finds flaws in Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development’s training and contracts

2005

Feb. 2005 – a third grand jury convenes to examine city finances; more than $400,000 will be spent on investigations

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Mar. 2005 – Auditor issues “disclaimer of opinion” because of absent documents and records in the city’s budget Mar. 2005 – Former finance director Kelly Clark is arrested for “conspiracy to commit racketeering,” but is never tried Jun. 2005 – Ellis sues housing authority and city council over right to appoint without approval; later drops council from the lawsuit, which will cost taxpayers more than $250,000 in legal fees Oct. 2005 – brings Little Richard for a free concert but struggles to find $75,000 to cover the performer’s fee of which the singer gives back $30,000 for local charities Oct. 2005 – sides with selection committee to put convention center hotel on site of old Bibb Mill; council members prefer site across the street instead; council later decides to spend $150,000 on hotel consultants 2006 Aug. 2006 – city receives $5 million grant from the Federal Transit Authority to turn the Terminal Station into an intermodal hub

Dec. 2006 – tries to appoint convicted felon and former Macon City Councilman Melvyn Williams to Macon Housing Authority 2007 Feb. 2007 – Auditor finds $15 million error in city’s ‘06 budget; general fund started the fiscal year with $5 million deficit but showed $10 million surplus Feb. 2007 - announces conversion to Islam and intended name change to Hakim Mansour Ellis.

AFTER JACK...

Dec. 2007 – Robert Reichert sworn in as mayor of Macon

Apr. 2007 - partners with Mercer to create the College Hill Corridor Commission (College Hill Alliance)

Dec. 2007 - US Army Corps tell Reichert he has a year to correct city levee problems, Ellis admin. was warned a year earlier

June 2007 – approves city council resolution to let Noble Investments build Convention Center Hotel

Jan 2008 – Reichert settles multi-year Ellis lawsuit with Macon Housing Authority over appointing power Feb. 2008 – pushes “forced annexation” plan to impact 13,000 county residents; council supports it, state legislature doesn’t

Aug. 2007 - Ellis sends letter of support to Venezuelan dictator Hugo Chavez

RADIO FREE MACON QUESTION OF THE WEEK Q: If I didn’t vote in the July 19 primary, can I vote in the August 16 run-off election for mayor and the state senate seat?

A: Why didn’t you vote? Okay, sorry. I shouldn’t answer a question with a question. (But if you live in East Macon… nevermind… I’m over it…) The short answer is yes. And you can vote again on November 8. By then, however, the attention will be ballot questions to approve Sunday alcohol sales, and whether to approve a new SPLOST (i.e. – a “penny tax”). The city and county have until August 15—the day before the run-off—to agree on a (heh, heh) consolidated list of projects that the SPLOST would pay for, like recreation, repairing our storm water system, and upgrading to a 800mhz radio system for emergency personnel. The question here is whether the county will insist on building a new courthouse again—likely the reason the last proposed SPLOST was defeated—or if they’ll go for renovations or moving to another facility. But that’s another question for another column.

ANTI-SOCIAL MEDIA There’s now a “Faux Miriam Paris” on Facebook and anti-Miriam Paris fan page (ironic, eh?) that makes a number of false allegations about the state senate hopeful and even mocks her physique. It seems to come from the same camp that produced the inflammatory and ardently racist pamphlets in mid-July. Well, no matter who is behind it, if David Lucas has an ounce of integrity, he’ll denounce it. Why? That’s the right thing to do. Whenever someone who claimed to support me tried to make personal attacks or launch insults at his wife, Councilwoman Elaine Lucas, I shut it down, removing the comment and reminding folks to leave the name-calling to people who can’t do better.

THE LIST: ON THE ROAD...

The Mrs., Maddy and I spent the last week visiting friends in New York City and Easton, Pennsylvania. Just as before, I left jealous of Easton, which isn’t even a third our size. Their downtown area—aided by the same type of Main Street program that’s taking place in Macon now—is gorgeous and booming with shops, restaurants, a major tourist attraction

Jun. 2008 - city spends $28,000 to redo the 2005 audit to avoid losing millions in state grants July 2008 – Reichert pays back $103K on Ellis-era grant Feds say was mismanaged Jun. 2010 – with $75,000 from the city, Historic Hills & Heights, a partnership between Mercer University, College Hill Alliance, Macon Housing Authority and Historic Macon, takes over the revitalization of Beall’s Hill, which had been dormant for years Dec. 2010 - the restoration of the Terminal Station is complete almost a decade after its purchase by the city Dec. 2010 – Moody’s restores the city’s bond rating to A1 May 2011 – city and county finally agree on new Service Delivery Strategy, ending years of double-taxation by the county of city residents

BY CHRIS HORNE

(it’s the Crayola Crayon Factory, which brings in 350,000 people a year), and a flourishing weekend farmer’s market.

Here’s what I want to steal from them. #1) Think regionally. Easton is one of the three bigger cities in the Lehigh Valley, Allenton and Bethlehem being significantly larger, and about as far away from Easton as Warner Robins and Milledgeville are from Macon. Instead of trying to go it alone, the Lehigh Valley is marketed as an attraction—not just for tourists but for businesses, families, entertainment, etc. #2) Build a huge roundabout. They turned an old town square into a huge roundabout to slow traffic and create a central gathering area in the shadow of a Union soldier memorial.

Could we do something like that with the intersection of MLK and Cherry Street? A roundabout would make it safer for pedestrians to cross, connecting the other side of the road— Terminal Station, GA Sports Hall, GA Children’s Museum, Cherry Street Plaza, Tic Toc, etc—with downtown proper. We could even erect a memorial to honor our creative greats of the past. Mayor Reichert wants to redirect truck traffic down on Seventh Street and a roundabout would almost certainly force that and give us a place to host more events, like the growing market on Mulberry. #3) Print more lit. I love picking up rack cards, flyers, newspapers, brochures, maps and whatever other free crap I can get when I’m in another city. Easton had tons of it from a guide to their downtown to marketing for their Riverfront Arts Festival to the local Sustainable Business Network. Yeah, on one hand it’s clutter, but on the other, better-looking hand that has all the friends, you inform people and promote the perception that there’s a lot to do in this little berg. #4) We need a hero. Former heavyweight world champion Larry Holmes is a lifelong Easton resident, and he’s still their champion, investing in his hometown. He’s the celebrity face of their city, a subconscious bee in the bonnet of all Eastonians: “Hey, if we’re good enough for Larry Holmes, we’re good enough for everyone.” He reflects that civic pride AND creates incentives for people to visit.

For all the famous people Macon has spawned, we haven’t really kept any here to rep us. Our odes to our creative icons have been few and slow to come. We have a restaurant named Molly’s in a nod to Little Richard but where does a Little Richard fan go to really experience the Architect of Rock n Roll in Macon? Not to the Douglass where they have his face on the sidewalk. He never played there.

The same dilemma is true for almost all our greats. You wouldn’t know that James Brown ever set foot here, let alone cut his first demo, owned a recording studio or multiple restaurants here. There’s no trace of Oscar-winning actor Melvyn Douglass or anything that highlights the summer Tennessee Williams spent in Macon, inspiring the characters for “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.”

At least now the Allmans now have the Big House. Otis Redding fans have a statue and this year’s (exciting) 70th birthday celebration in September, but I’d love to see more.

(Why don’t we have a Soul Music Café?) We do have the Redding family, thank goodness, and we’ve been blessed by the involvement of world class violinist Robert McDuffie, who has built a top notch conservatory at Mercer, hosted great concerts and brought his Macon childhood buddy, REM’s Mike Mills. It’s a start, right?

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