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LIVING DANGEROUSLY

LOCAL ADRENALINE LACED ACTIVITIES

Including Mixed Martial Arts with Bubby Mitchell

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Rollin’ in the Hay at Rivalrys Backrow Baptists at The Bird Junior Astronomers at 567 Domino Effect at Locos

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Macon Pinetoppers Opening Game June 19

Kickball Registration Juneteenth Festival

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Macon native Kyle Collins vying for his own tv show

KNOW MACON: Live, Meet, Shop, Eat and Play PUBLISHER’S NOTES

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I don’t think I’d say that I’ve ever lived dangerously,

r not intentionally at least. Though when I was barely 21years old I did leave it all behind for an unknown that felt dangerous, at least while I was leaving. I was lucky enough to have an older brother out in California that had invited me out there, to get a new start away from the shell I’d become. But we didn’t have any money in my family and when I say we didn’t have any money, I really mean at that point we didn’t have ANY. So I worked for a few weeks until I’d made 600 bucks which I thought was enough to at least get me out there, and I took off. About a week later I’m in El Paso, Texas, after spending a few days with a nice lady in Austin and I unintentionally became friends with a dude named Alfredo. El Paso was the only city I’d allowed myself a hotel room, just because it’s so damn hard to get across Texas, and Alfredo was next door. We met at a Harley Davidson dealership across the street, Barnett Motors. We ended up on the balcony drinking some brandy and he eventually asked if I’d like to ride to Mexico with him. I’d never been to Mexico. I said “Sure.” Juarez, Mexico, formerly known as El Paso De Norte, is widely known today as the most violent place in the world outside any War Zone. More than 6000 people were murdered there last year. I don’t know that it was quite this violent back then, but I do know that when we crossed the border I knew I’d made a bad decision. It wasn’t until then that he told me he was there to bring back 250 pounds of marijuana. Naturally, I freaked out. “Relax,” he told me “We’re not doing it tonight, I’m just scouting things out.” I tried relax. That turned out to be another pretty bad decision. We spent the night in various bars, me on guard from the burly men with moustaches that I assumed were full of worms.

They just stood there, squirming, holding shiny things in their hands that I could never really see. Alfredo would be there, and then be gone. I had no idea that during the times he was gone, he was loading our trunk with all different kinds of narcotics that he planned to push back over the border with me as copilot. Or maybe he would have jumped out at the border and asked me to drive. I don’t know. We never got that far. Leaving Juarez, two plainclothes federales pulled us over and yanked us both out of the car. We were handcuffed, our pockets rifled through. The license plate on Alfredo’s little Honda was screwed off gently, and thrown into a ditch. Alfredo, who’d been talking to them in their native tongue came over and told me they’d found a bunch of drugs in the trunk. I don’t know how to curse in Spanish. He kept yelling with them and finally came back and asked if I had $25 more dollars. I had a $50 bill in my boot. He grabbed it and dashed back to the federales. They came and gave me back my license, unlocked the handcuffs, and gave us back our plate. We jumped in the car without any questions and took off. Alfredo stopped at a little bodega on the side of the road and started to hop out. Already a little wiser, I grabbed him by his head and asked him where he thought he was going. The federales pulled up next to us. “I’ve got to get change for this $50” he said. “They only want $25.” I got out and started walking, and eventually caught a ride back to the Bridge of the Americas, where I walked across and hitch-hiked back to my hotel. It was almost sunrise by the time I got there, and Alfredo’s little car was already in the space next to mine. I guessed that he made it across the border, and saw that the light was on in his room. I silently went into my own room, grabbed my stuff, and took off. I didn’t stop driving until my car broke down.

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Baseball returns to Macon, Drag Queen Bingo & more PAGE 4 GMHF presents Singer/Songwriter Camp PAGE 4

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Macon native Kyle Collins, competing for his own show on the Oprah Network PAGE 11

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Columnist Rick Hutto is a member of Macon City Council elected City-wide. His book about a scandalous 1960 case in Macon,A Peculiar Tribe of People: Murder and Madness in the Heart of Georgia, will be released nationally by Lyons Press in October.

Columnist Bill Knowles is a lifelong Conservative who has lived in the Macon area for over 20 years. He got his first taste of the political process when at age 9 he proudly handed out buttons for then President Richard Nixon and has been hooked ever since. Bill has held campaign positions for various local, state and national candidates, including President Ronald Reagan, Steve Forbes, Senator Fred Thompson and most recently Senator John McCain. He is currently a member of the Bibb County Republican Party’s Executive Committee and the Georgia GOP’s State Committee. He and his wife Bridget have one son,Teddy.

Columnist DJ Dirt Dogg, co founder of the Black Card Party with Roger Riddle is back online with a new column about Urban Culture in Macon. His day job is as a DJ on one of Macon's oldest and most relavant radio stations, 97.9 WIBB, where hip hop lives.

Jenny Murr is a freelance journalist and co-owner of Jem Publicity, a New Media publicity and writing firm providing online marketing services, social networking, web and SEO content, publicity events and representation. A member of the Macon Writers Group, Jenny is eagerly anticipating the release of her first children’s story, Son Glasses, which will be published in December.Visit her website at www.jempublicityonline.com

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Drag Queen Bingo is back at the Hummingbird with the talented Miss Deonna Sage. Check it out June 24th from 7-9pm. Admission is $10 but includes free well drinks for the ladies.

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SUPPORT THE NEW PEACH STATE LEAGUE

1962 Macon Peaches: First row, l-to-r: Gale Peregrin (P), Larry Himes (C), Pete Rose (2B), Tommy Helms (SS), Art Shamsky (OF), Gus Gil (3B). Second row: John Flavin (P), Dick Kennedy (C), Dick Beall (1B), Marv Fodor (P), Marty DiHigo (OF), Ted Davidson (P), Mickey Mattiace (P). Photo courtesy The GSHF.

he Macon Pinetoppers begin their inaugural season on Saturday, June 19th at 6:00 p.m. The game will feature a live performance by the Bucket Boys and a Fireworks Show will follow the game. All fans will be invited in the field after the Fireworks Show to run the bases. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.pinetoppers.com or call 478-745-0777. Bill Larson, general manager and owner of the new Peach State League is also very interested in the League’s players to get involved in their temporary community. This Friday, Georgia College & State University’s Kids' University visits Historic Luther Williams Field for a sneak peak at Pinetoppers Baseball. The children will have a meet and greet with Pinetoppers players, run the bases, and enjoy lunch in this legendary ball field. Kids' University is a fun, arts-based summer camp for kids ages 6-10. For more information, visit www.gcsu.edu/ce/kidsumacon.htm. The Pinetoppers will also be on hand for autographs and a pitching competition to be held at Bragg Jam’s Art in the Park on Saturday, July 31. (time tba) The Peach State League includes teams; Albany Quails, Milledgeville Capitols, Warner Robins Aviators and Macon Pinetoppers. All games will take place at Historic Luther Williams Field with the last game of the season on August 8. Season passes and individual tickets can be purchased the day of a game at the box office or online. Box seats are $8, Reserved seats $7 and general admission $5. Also look for weekly entertainment, food and drink specials including the popular Thirsty Thursdays for half-off drafts. We’ll see you at the ballpark!

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hile the heat this summer might be unbareable, you might as well try to enjoy the outdoors while playing adult kickball (and holding an ice-cold can of brew, hey, it’s a drinking game.) Kickball, originally called "Kick Baseball", was invented around 1917 and was used by P.E. teachers in the public schools to teach the fundamentals of baseball. Now, guys and gals across the states come together for a season of adult fun. Registration for Bibb County’s Parks & Rec Kickball League starts June 14 and will run thru July 2. This is a co-ed league and you must have at least 9 players. The cost is $250 per team. A coaches meeting will take place on July 7 at 6:30 p.m. and the season will kick-off on July 18th with a finale tournament on August 19. All games will be played at Central City Park, for more information call Clarence Thomas at 751-7638. To download a registration form, visit www.macon-bibbcountyparksandrecreation.com

3rd Annual Otis Redding SingerSongwriter Camp at GMHF

he Georgia Music Hall of Fame and The Big “O” Youth Educational Dream Foundation announce that the 3rd Annual Otis Redding Singer/Songwriter Camp, to be held June 21-25, 2010, will include a partnership with the prestigious Berklee College of Music. Instructors from the Boston campus will travel to Macon to teach campers how to use an online program that is the heart of the Berklee City Music Network, a national partnership initiative for granting underserved youth a music education regardless of financial means or location. The Pulse Music Method is a real-time, web-based program where students learn music theory and ear training, and sharpen their instrumental and vocal skills by playing and analyzing popular r&b, rock, hip-hop, and jazz songs. J. Curtis Warner, Jr., Executive Director of Berklee City Music, said, “It is a privilege to collaborate with an organization that has such a strong commitment to contemporary music educa-

tion and a mission likened to City Music, namely, to reach youth that would otherwise not have such an opportunity for cutting edge music instruction. We also take pride in being attached to the legacy of a great artist and educational advocate such as Otis Redding, whose songs have been a part of the college curriculum for decades.” The 3rd Annual Otis Redding Singer/Songwriter Camp takes place from 9-4 each day, students ages 12-17 learn the fundamentals of songwriting through hands-on activities including performances and Q&A sessions with musicians including Gwen Hughes, Mike Hinton, Lefty Williams, Caroline Aiken, Charlie Wooton and Rafael Pereira. Local musicians serving as counselors include Jared Wright, Heather Kemp and Floco Torres. The weeklong camp includes lunch daily, with a reception and performance by the campers on Friday, June 25 at 6 p.m. at the Hall of Fame. For more information or an application, call (478) 751-3334 or visit www.georgiamusic.org.

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Thur June 17 This day in history: (1994) O.J. Simpson

doesn't turn himself in on murder charges, Los Angeles police chase his Ford Bronco for one hour.

Theatre Macon presents “Nunsense” at the Cox Capitol Theatre. Comedy musical dinner theatre.

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. for our Dinner Patrons and at 7:00 p.m. for those opting not to dine with us and attend the performance only. General Admission tickets are $20. A BBQ Dinner is available for $15. 257.6381 CoxCapitolTheatre.com. 382 Second St. June 17 – 19 & 24 – 26.

Fri June 18 This day in history: (1978) Garfield, created Jim Davis, 1st appears as comic strip.

Middle Georgia Art Association presents "Cityscapes, Landscapes and Seascapes." Opening Reception, June 18, 6 – 8 pm. Free. 478.744.9557. MiddleGeorgiaArt.org. 2330 Ingleside Ave.

Movie Screening “The Five Heartbeats” The Douglass Theatre contin-

ues to celebrate Black Music Month with a series of great films. This Friday, enjoy “The Five Heartbeats” at 7 p.m. This 1991 musiccentric flick was directed by Robert Townsend (who also appears in the film) and written by Keenan Ivory Wayans and is the story of a band (ala The Temptations & the Four Tops) that spans 3 decades. Tickets are $5 at the door. For more info call 478.742.2000.

Sat June 19 This day in history: (1989) John Wayne Bobitt marries Lorena L Gallo.

Reptile Rendezvous at the Museum of Arts & Sciences. 10 am – 4 pm. Included with admission, $4 - $8. 477.3232. MASMacon.com. 4182 Forsyth Rd.

Baseball Returns to Macon & Historic Luther Williams Field,

Opening Night Saturday June 19th at 6p.m. Featuring the Bucket Boys, Fireworks Extravaganza and Rally Towels for the first 1,000 fans - sponsored by Central Georgia Technical College – Surprise Four-Legged Guest! All Fans are Invited to Run the Bases after Every Game! Tickets $8 box seats, $7 reserved seats, $5 general admission. Macon Pinetoppers vs. Warner Robins Aviators.

1st Annual FEAR Car Show

Fund Raising car show for Underworld Haunted House to benefit Cox Capital Theatre. Show classes for all types of vehicles. 9am 4pm in the Poplar Street Garage. Registration $20, 13 best of trophies. For more information please call 973-5598.

City Market on Poplar Street Green Weekly market offers seasonal fresh

and organic produce from the area, skillfully created arts and crafts, free-style arts, baked goods, plants and herbs, handmade soaps, jewelry and more. 9am - 1pm.

It’s the Biggest Bug Day Ever: The World of Giant Insects! at the Museum

of Arts and Sciences. Larger than life arachnids allow visitors to get an up close and personal look at these MVP’s of our ecosystem that are easy to overlook. 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. 478.477.3232. MASMacon.com. 4182 Forsyth Rd. Thru October 19th.

Sun June 20 This day in history: (1982) Pete Rose is 5th to appear in 3,000 games.

Baseball at Historic Luther Williams Field, Macon Pinetoppers vs.

Warner Robins Aviators. 2p.m. Father’s Day Catch on the Field – Specials and Prizes for Dad - Autograph Session after the Game. Tickets $8 box seats, $7 reserved seats, $5 general admission. Pinetoppers.com

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Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. From its Galveston, Texas origin in 1865, the observance of June 19th as the African American Emancipation Day has spread across the United States. The 18th Annual Georgia Juneteenth Freedom Festival will take place Saturday, June 19th at Tattnall Square Park and promises to provide enlightening, exciting and entertaining opportunities for all Middle Georgia residents. The annual Salute to Freedom 5k Run/Walk will also take place on the 19th with registration starting at 6am. For more information or to register for the 5k, call 478-952-8218.

Mon June 21 This day in history: (1997) Women's

National Basketball Association begins as New York Liberty beats LA Sparks.

Otis Redding Singer/Songwriter Camp at GA Music Hall of Fame.

Presented with The Big “O” Youth Educational Dream Foundation. Music camp for ages 13 – 17. Tuition $100, includes lunch. Fundamentals of songwriting, group writing exercises, instrumental accompaniment, vocals & more. Performances and a recording session. 9 am – 4 pm. 478.751.3334. 200 MLK Jr. Blvd.

Baseball at Historic Luther Williams Field, Macon Pinetoppers vs.

Warner Robins Aviators. 7p.m. All Faith Night, bring your church bulletin for 1/2 off tickets. Tickets $8 box seats, $7 reserved seats, $5 general admission. Pinetoppers.com

Wed June 23 This day in history: (1983) U.S. Supreme

Court ruled Congress could not veto presidential decisions.

Dinner & a Classic Movie at Cox Capitol Theatre. “Beau Geste" (1939) 6:30 pm. Call or check website for menus & films. $5 or $17.50 with dinner. 478.257.6381 CoxCapitolTheatre.com. 382 Second St.

Baseball at Historic Luther Williams Field, Macon Pinetoppers vs.

Milledgeville Capitols. 10:30 a..m. Jake the Diamond Dog - Camp Day - $1 Hot Dogs and $1 Sodas. Tickets $8 box seats, $7 reserved seats, $5 general admission. Pinetoppers.com

Thur June 24 This day in history: (1992) John Gotti begins life sentence in jail.

Drag Queen Bingo with Deonna Sage at the Hummingbird

Bingo is never a drag, especially when it’s hosted by a drag queen! Macon’s own glamour gal Deonna Sage emcees Drag Queen Bingo, an incredibly fun event hosted by The So Chi Companies. DQB will continue every second and fourth Thursday of the month from 79p.m. Admission is $10 at the door and ladies drink free from 7 to 9 p.m.

Baseball at Historic Luther Williams Field, Macon Pinetoppers vs.

Milledgeville Capitols. 7p.m. Thirsty Thursday, 1/2 off beer! Tickets $8 box seats, $7 reserved seats, $5 general admission. Pinetoppers.com

Fri June 25 This day in history: (2009) Internet traffic reaches unprecedented levels after

Michael Jackson's death.

Rickey Smiley and Friends at Macon City Auditorium

Rickey Smiley has been working the comedy circuit for the past sixteen years and it has paid off. Establishing himself as a clean comic, his down home southern humor has made him a favorite in the nation's top comedy venues. From intimate comedy clubs to sold out crowds at Madison Square Garden, the Universal Amphitheater and the Lincoln Center, Rickey's unique style of humor resonates with his audiences unlike any other comic on the road today. Ticket Prices: $47.50, $40.50 and $34.50

Baseball at Historic Luther Williams Field, Macon Pinetoppers vs.

Milledgeville Capitols. 7p.m. Featuring Jake the Diamond Dog. Tickets $8 box seats, $7 reserved seats, $5 general admission.

A Fundraising Event for one of the

South’s most important cultural institutionsThe Tubman African American Museum!!! 25% of total sales will be donated to the Tubman Museum. Hosted by Initials, Inc. who will be selling unique gifts for a great cause. 5:30-7p.m. at the Tubman Museum, 340 Walnut Street.

Sat June 26 This day in history: (1993) Julia Roberts and country singer Lyle Lovett wed.

Baseball at Historic Luther Williams Field, Macon Pinetoppers vs.

Albany. 6p.m. Family Night, fireworks after the game. Tickets $8 box seats, $7 reserved seats, $5 general admission. Pinetoppers.com Also playing Sun 2pm, Mon at 12:30 p.m.

Mon June 28 This day in history: (1971) Supreme Court (8-0) overturns draft evasion conviction of Muhammad Ali.

“Wars and Rumors of Wars: Hearsay as Information on Georgia's Civil War Home Front”

at 12:30 p.m. Monday, June 28, in room 112 of the Professional Sciences and Conference Center at Macon State College. This event, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by the Macon State Honors Program. Morgan is the author if numerous works on Georgia history, including the book Planters' Progress: Modernizing Confederate Georgia. He teaches and directs distance education at North Carolina Central University. For more information, contact Dr. Clay Morton at (478) 471-5368.

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ABOVE: Will Robinson instructing a student in Big House Youth Jam class at Brookdale Elementary School.

RIGHT: ABB drummer Marc Quinones plays with students performing at the Allman Brothers Band Museum opening in Dec. 2009.

Wes Stephens teaching third through fifth grade students in class at Brookdale.

art of the mission of The Big House Foundation, developed by the Allman Brothers Band Museum, is to provide educational outreach programs for at-risk youth. One such program, The Big House Youth Jam, was inspired by the percussion classes that are part of the successful Chicago program, Rock For Kids Youth Jam. Starting with 20 kids, the Chicago Program now serves over 500 children in the Chicago area, and helped consult the Big House in the development of their Youth Jam. The program began in January 2009 at Brookdale Elementary School, where 98 percent of the students are economically disadvantaged and thus considered at risk. In fact, 72 percent of all children who attend Bibb County Public Schools are considered at-risk, and Arts education is a proven effective way to improve their academic advancement. “Through the drumming classes, the Big House Foundation has provided an alternative and fun way for our children to learn mathematics principles, leadership, teamwork and musical expression. The students also have had the opportunity to work and bond with professional musicians who are positive role models.” says Janice Ketchie, an after-school program coordinator for Bibb County. For the majority of these kids, the school is the only place where they are likely to receive fine arts opportunities; however, there is limited arts education available during the school day and through after school programs. It was with these staggering statistics in mind that the Big House has hopes of expanding the program in 2010 to L.H. Williams in Pleasant Hill. In addition, Wes Stephens will also be teaching drumming classes to 60 students from Jones, Williams and Brookdale who are attending a summer program during the month of June. All classes satisfy the requirements of the National Standards of Music Education and the Georgia Performance Standards for music. Recent studies show that students

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December 2009. They had the thrilling opportunity to meet ABB members Marc Quinones and Oteil Burbridge, who played some sets with them. One student commented that the classes have taught them how to share and be respectful while having fun and playing an instrument. The twice weekly 45-minute classes have met their goals and have actually exceeded the expectations of the school system, and The Big House Foundation. Both have high hopes for expanding the programs to include more schools in the fall of 2010.

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Bragg Jam Festival is six weeks away and the 10 venues and 44 acts have been finalized for a Concert Crawl line-up that includes more diverse music and all-ages and smoke-free venues than ever before. The much anticipated July 31 music, art and community festival’s schedule can be found at BraggJam.org for a complete list of bands, venues and Arts in the Park events and vendor applications. Set your homepage to BraggJam.org and be entertained while at your computer with an online playlist of bands set to perform at Bragg Jam 2010.

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central Georgia native and ex-WMAZ employee, Kyle Collins is ‘Macon’ a name for himself as he competes with more than 3,600 other candidates for a spot on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). Immediately upon hearing the details of the "Your OWN Show" contest in mid-May, Kyle and his volunteer team of “everyday experts” got to work on a concept that would encompass the best elements of work they’ve done in the Atlanta area for years now. Kyle, a self-professed “Oprah nerd,” is an Atlanta-based journalist and strategist who's worked in the past to refresh the talk show format on sites like ONAtlanta.com and through partnerships with local non-profits. By providing a special focus on the most important information "everyday experts" like counselors and life coaches can offer, their concept, "ONE THING with Kyle Collins," is built for the audiences' busy lives. In a unique twist, a special part of the show is built by the audience. "Before our audience gets there, we'll know the ONE THING each of them needs to get closer to living his or her best life. We'll also know the ONE THING they can give someone else to help them get closer to theirs. Then, we hook 'em up, and the magic happens," Kyle explains. "It's how people interact, anyway,

when they're friendly and comfortable with each other. We just give them access to that, and from a larger pool of resources." It’s a concept that Kyle feels couldn’t have been hatched anywhere but the South. “The idea that neighbors actually want to help their neighbors and the sense of true community that comes from that is uniquely Southern,” he says. It's an attribute that's needed more in today's world, says marketing consultant (and volunteer "Team Oprah/Kyle" member) Hilary Murdock. “In a world that’s so connected we know when our 500 closest Facebook friends are taking a potty break, there’s a surprising lack of ways for us to not just connect, but to help one another.” It turns out that the rest of the U.S. seems to love Kyle and his team's Southern hospitality. Within days, the "ONE THING with Kyle Collins” audition video shot ahead of the pack with hundreds of votes pouring in each hour. Now, it remains within the top 200 most popular, out of more than 3600 videos online. There are less than three more weeks of viewing and voting before the semi-final round is chosen (a mix of most popular videos and producers' picks). Kyle Collins can be found all over social media – Facebook.com/OprahKyle – and, of course, on his audition page, OprahKyle.com. 11thHourOnline.com

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MACON’S LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE THUR 6/17 DJ Slim Bottoms Up

Wet N Wild Night Club Envy DJ Brad CJ’s Sports Bar

Backrow Baptists The Hummingbird

John Stanley Band Locos Bar & Grill Matt & Lewis The Shamrock Caleb & Bo Wild Wing Cafe

FRI 6/18

Project 77 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive Within Reason Asylum Nightclub Caleb Grimes Billy’s Clubhouse Tokyo Spa Bottoms Up

Baxter & James CJ’s Sports Bar

Flamenco Music 7-9pm El Azteca Domino Effect Locos Bar & Grill

Eddie Stone Mellow Mushroom

Homeless Hill Rivalry’s Sports Bar

Tim Brooks & Chris Hicks The Shamrock John Stanley Band Wild Wing Cafe

SAT 6/19

Jason Hobbs & Chapter 13 Billy’s Clubhouse Six Strings CJ’s Sports Bar

Big Mike & Booty Papas The Hummingbird Back City Woods Mellow Mushroom

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Backbeat Blvd Rivalry’s Sports Bar

Loose Skrews Duo Billy’s Clubhouse

Lefty Williams Band Wild Wing Cafe

Wes Heath CJ’s Sports Bar

Mike & Joey The Shamrock

SUN 6/20

Open Mic BJ Billiards 3-6pm

Baby, Baby / Junior Astronomer / Ocean is Theory & All Get Out 567 Cafe, 7pm, $7

MON 6/21

Paul Knight 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive

TUES 6/22 Open Mic Locos Bar & Grill

B Keith Williams The Shamrock

Sam Thacker Band Bottoms Up

Flamenco Music 7-9pm El Azteca Ashutto Mira The Hummingbird

Baxter James & Ross Destree Mellow Mushroom Brewstain Rivalry’s Sports Bar Gaylon Crader The Shamrock Flashback Wild Wing Cafe

SAT 6/26

WED 6/23

A2Z Band CJ’s Sports Bar

DJ Old Flame, Ladies Nite The Hummingbird, 430 Cherry

Caleb Grimes Mellow Mushroom

Chris Hicks & Friends Backporch Lounge

Open Mic w/ Matt Rivalry’s on Northside

THUR 6/24 Chris Bartlett Backporch Lounge DJ Slim Bottoms Up

Matt Moncrief CJ’s Sports Bar

DJ Dance Party Club Envy Drag Queen Bingo The Hummingbird

Robert Lee Coleman Locos Bar & Grill Jim Cable Wild Wing Cafe

FRI 6/25

B Keith Williams 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive Pandemic Asylum Nightclub

Tokyo Spa The Hummingbird

Rolling in the Hay Rivalry’s Sports Bar Gaylon Crader The Shamrock Radio Cult Wild Wing Cafe

SUN 6/27

Open Mic BJ Billiards 3-6pm

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Hippy Chick Night 6PM-Close: $1.50 House Wine & $4.50 Jager Mellow Mushroom

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

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

$1.50 Domestics Locos

Wii Madness; $1 wells, MHL and PBR at Synergy Happy Hour M-F, $3 Ritas, $3 wells and $1 Drafts El Azteca 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 $2 House Cocktails Wild Wing Cafe

Service Industry Night 6PM-Close: 2 for $10 Jager Bombs; $3 House Margaritas; $3 3 Olives Vodka; $2 select Pints Macon Mellow

TUESDAYS

35¢ Wings 3p-close, Buffalos Trivia: $1.50 PBR Pints, $4.50 Pitchers, $2 Blue Moon & Yuengling Macon Mellow $1.50 Domestics Locos All drinks $2 all night at Bottoms Up

2-4-1 Margaritas all day at El Azteca

2-4-1 wells and $2 Domestics until 8pm CJ’s Sports Bar Bud Bingo, win prizes! Friend’s Bar & Grill

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

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$1.50 Dom Draft beers, $3 Bloody Marys, Tara’s Tavern

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B Keith Williams The Shamrock

Macon’s Hottest Trivia, $3 Ritas & $3 Big Drafts, El Azteca

Nathan Garrett 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive Open Mic Locos Bar & Grill

THUR 7/1 DJ Slim Bottoms Up

John Stanley Band Locos Bar & Grill

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2 fer Tuesday: 5-10p, featuring $2 Domestic drafts Wild Wing Taco Rita Nite: $2 Tacos, $3 Margaritas, $4 Skinny Margaritas Wild Wing Cafe $1.50 Domestics Locos

2-4-1 wells and $2 Domestics until 8pm CJ’s Sports Bar

Ladies night, free wells for the gals The Hummingbird

THURSDAYS

2-4-1 wells and $2 Domestics until 8pm CJ’s Sports Bar

The Rookery 11-1am: $2 Bud Lt bottles, $4.50 well doubles, and 2 for 1 Jager. 3 for $9 shot specials, Jell-O Shooters, Savaged Angels dancing bartdenders and more Club Envy

Gals, $2 drinks all night Rivalry’s Beer pong: $2 pitchers for teams, $1.50 wine for ladies, $3 wells, $3 Ritas Macon Mellow 2 for 1 Jager Bombs, $4 Irish Car Bombs Wild Wing $4 Jager Bombs! Locos

FRIDAYS

Happy Hour prices for poker players, BJ’s Billiards

$2 pints of Mellow Blonde, $2.25 PBR Tall Boys Mellow Macon 2-4-1 wells and $2 Domestics until 8pm CJ’s Sports Bar

The Rookery 11-1am: $2 BL bottles, $4.50 well doubles, $3 Sex on the Beach and 2 for 1 Jager. $12 Yuengling Buckets Wild Wing

SATURDAYS

2-4-1 wells and $2 Domestics until 8pm CJ’s Sports Bar

The Rookery 11-1am: $2 Bud Light, $4.50 well doubles, $3 Sex on the Beach and 2 for 1 Jager. $2 pints, $3 wells, $3 Ritas Mellow Macon $4 Firefly cocktails Wild Wing Cafe

SUNDAYS

Nascar, drink specials, 20’s Pub $3 Wells, Ritas & $2 select pints Macon Mellow $3 bloody marys & Margaritas Wild Wing Cafe

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

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Domino Effect is a multi-faceted reggae, dub, funk and fusion quintet. They have introduced a fresh approach to the dub roots vibe, one that freely interchanges with a more progressive, experimental sound. The band, hailing from Savannah, include members: Josh Wade (Lead Vocals & Guitar), Ben Lewis (Drums), John Patton (Guitar), & Mike LaBombard (Sax & Keys), Sam Ravenna (Bass)

Long considered to be one of the forerunners of the "Newgrass" revolution in America, these savvy veterans have been thrilling fans coast to coast for years! Opening for everyone from Greg Allman, Moe, Charlie Daniels, The Doobie Brothers, Jerry Douglas, Alabama,(this list could get LONG) to Widespread Panic, the unique sound of the Hay keeps fans coming back for more. It’s High Octane Groove Grass!

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Wed,Thursday & Sat, 8p, Sundays, Tuesdays at 6pm, 20’s Pub

Thursdays with Brad “the Man in the Box” at Rivalry’s and Sundays with Stephen and T.T.

Mondays with Man in the Box, 9pm at Locos on Riverside

New to Tuesdays! Karaoke with Mitch The Hummingbird, 8p NEW Wednesdays with Mitch from 9p-1a at BJ Billiards Every Wednesday with DKH, Macon Shroom

Every Friday 7:30, Mondays at 5pm, Friends Bar & Grill Wed, Fri & Saturdays at Tara’s Sundays with Brad, 9pm The Backporch Lounge

Every Thursday, 9:30p at Synergy

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Every TUES 8:30p, CJ’s Sports Bar NOW TUESDAYS at BJs Billiards Every Friday Night at Cheers

Every Wednesday with $3 Ritas & Big Drafts El Azteca Every Tuesday, Macon Mellow

Every Monday with Big Jammin, Happy Hour all night, Rivalry’s Team Trivia Tuesdays, 7pm Synergy

Thursday nights 9p, The Shamrock Tuesday nights with Jason Hawk, cash prizes, Wild Wing Cafe 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.

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Sunday Poker League 2:30,Tuesdays at 7pm, Rivalry’s

Backrow Baptists at The Bird

THURSDAY 6/17

Backrow Baptists @ The Hummingbird

This band of seasoned troubadours was born out of the dive bars and local taverns of The Magic City – Birmingham, Alabama – and their sound conjures up an eclectic mix of Gospel, punk and Americana music. The merry band of six includes a wash board, keyboards, fiddle, stand-up bass and two guitars.

John Stanley Band @ Locos

Everybody knows Stan the Drummer Man from around town. You know that guy that played with The Brooks Brothers, Moondawg, Midnight Bluez, Cosmic Groove, Soulshine, and The Tony Tyler Trance. Well, get ready for his next project The John Stanley Band. If you are looking for a cool blend of blues, classic rock, southern rock, and originals, the John Stanley Band will be a treat.

FRIDAY 6/18

Within Reason @ Asylum Nightclub

Within Reason has released 2 albums including "Bloodshot Life" which was produced by platnium producer, Rick Beato in 2009. They have been playing with world famous bands such as Hinder, Chevelle, Saliva, Saving Abel, 10 Years, Plain White T's, Blues Traveler, Black Stone Cherry, Rehab, Aranda and many others.

Tokyo Spa @ Bottoms Up

Formed from what was formerly the NeoKats with Vince G stepping in for Mark Brooker on vocals - TOKYO SPA is a great mix of wellknown, seasoned musicians playing an eclectic mix of fabulous cover songs. Everything from Peter Gabriel to 311, Billy Idol to U2!!

Eddie Stone @ Mellow Mushroom

Eddie Stone spent many years playing keyboard and guitar for the Southern Rock band Doc Holliday, but today, the Warner Robins, Georgia native is embarking on a solo career with a great new CD, "Right Tonight" Get out and see this middle Ga music Legend.

Pandemic at Asylum

Homeless Hill @ Rivalry’s Sports Bar

A mix match of musicians who come together with one common goal- to please the senses. They formed in the summer of 2009 to create an album. What transpired was a friendship and musical chemistry that is undeniable. Not too hard and definitely not too soft!

SATURDAY 6/19

Jason Hobbs & Chapter 13 @ Billy’s Clubhouse Acoustic guitar god Jason Hobbs,

former leader of the Buttercats is joining forces tonight with the Warner Robins southern rockers, Chapter 13. Talented musicians plus great music equals one hell of a good tome.

Back City Woods @ Mellow Mushroom Back City Woods embraces their Southern music heritage: Bluegrass, Country, Southern Rock, and Blues are all given a renewed sound when played by musicians who listen to too much Indie Rock.

Lefty Williams Band @ Wild Wing

A skilled guitarist with over two decades of experience, Lefty Williams holds songcraft and musicianship at a premium. By emphasizing each equally on his ironically titled sophomore album Snake Oil, he engages and enlightens the listener. In turn, we fall for Williams’ powerful guitar licks and candid songs, often long before the origin of his nickname—he was born without a right hand—is clear.

SUNDAY 6/20

Junior Astronomer @ 567 Café Along with Ocean is Theory and Baby Baby

For all its youthful fuss and frenzy, this highfructose Charlotte quintet plays like a band almost twice its age. Experienced but not yet jaded, well-rehearsed but never, ever choreographed, its raucous live shows are akin to hearing Ted Leo being played by lads years younger than The Black Lips. Down from I-77 for its second Columbia appearance in as many weeks, if you haven’t yet explored Junior

Junior Astronomer at 567 Cafe Astronomers’ shambolic, hook-laden universe, now’s the perfect time.

THURSDAY 6/24 Robert Lee Coleman @ Locos

In 1964 ,Robert was picked by R&B legend Percy Sledge to play guitar in his touring band,a position he held down through 1969. In April of 1970 James Brown came to Macon looking for players for his backing band, the newly-founded JBs.From then till the end of 1972, Coleman toured & recorded with Brown. And he hasn’t missed a beat since.

FRIDAY 6/25

Pandemic @ Asylum Nightclub

Pandemic is made up of four dudes out of ‘Nawlins who share a love of music, including influences Incubus, Soundgarden and Led Zepplin. They’ve also had the pleasure of sharing the stage with Sevendust, 30 Seconds to Mars, 12 Stones, Trust Company, Filter, Saliva, and more.

Ashutto Mira @ The Hummingbird

Ashutto Mirra is an alternative rock quartet based out of Athens, GA. With melodic guitar riffs, driving bass lines, and catch hooks, their songs are brought to life with on-stage energy and dynamic swagger. The quartet is formed by four Macon, GA natives; Scott Rainwater, Josh Birmingham, Patrick Yoe, and Doyle Williams.

SATURDAY 6/26 A2Z Band@ CJ’s Sports Bar

This great cover band is back in action with a new lineup, featuring the hits that you remember dancing to well. Get out and get your groove on.

Radio Cult @ Wild Wing Cafe

Since 2005, Radio Cult has performed over 400 shows from their hometown of Atlanta, all the way to Los Angeles, CA. When the band has fun, the crowd has fun and with Radio Cult the crowd really has a blast! They play the hits from the ‘80s and early ‘90s, rock on! 11thHourOnline.com

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Cheers Bar & Grill Featuring weekly dinner specials from grouper baskets to all you can eat catfish to 2-4-1 Crab legs! Live music every Wed & Fri. Lunch 11-2, Dinner 5-10pm. LD • BAR • $ 3852 Northside Dr., 474-5006. 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

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. 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. LD • BAR $-$$, 477.WILD

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El Azteca One of Macon’s best patios, serving all your favorite Mexican dishes, voted Macon’s best margarita. LD BAR • $-$$ 169 Tom Hill Sr., 475.9199 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.

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.

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Adriana’s Quick & delicious cafeteriastyle lunch, serving the most authentic Italian in town, including sandwiches, soup, salads, pasta, pizza and daily specialties. Also, specialty coffees and beer and wine. Mon-Thur 11-5, Fri-Sat 11-6pm. L • BAR $ 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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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

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 $-$$ 342 Rose Avenue, Payne City 750.1555 The Tic Toc Room Contemporary setting with a sophisticated menu, great wine selection. D • BAR • $$-$$$ 401Cherry Street, 743.4645

The Cox Capitol Theatre Well the revolving door in the Kitchen of the Capitol Theatre has finally stopped spinning, and the result is some darn good pizza, Hot Dogs, soft pretzels, and subs. Where else can you have a beer and watch a great movie?? D • $$$ 382 Second Street, 257-6391

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Right is never simple

Nuclear power. Capital punishment. Equal rights to marriage for same-sex couples. Abortion. Such issues are cited as the ones that split the country into red and blue...

BY TINA WHITTLE

he three-hour car ride was the perfect opportunity for an NPR news binge. Unfortunately, Wednesday morning's news felt like a prolonged case of déjà vu — two weeks ago the headlines were all about the crude oil spilling into the Gulf of Mexico. Now it's looking like that's going to be the news all the way through August. At least. Of course that wasn't the only news. The nation of Israel raided a Turkish ship loaded with activists bringing supplies to Gaza. Protests continue against Arizona's tough new immigration laws. The Supreme Court has ruled that the right to remain silent kinda requires that you keep your mouth shut. And in a surprisingly sad little footnote to all the international trauma, Al and Tipper Gore split up. Lots of news, yes. But as is usually the case, even as breaking news followed upon breaking news, the stories themselves were swamped by the deluge of

opinions about said stories. Blog after blog, editorial after editorial. Conservative and liberal, amateur and professional. Some laced with profane irreverence, others dripping with righteous indignation. But all utterly, totally, unnaturally surging with singular, monotone rightness. I listened with particular interest to one interview with an activist on one of the relief ships that had been trying to breach the Gaza blockage when Israeli forces raided the fleet, killing nine (at this writing) and injuring many others. This activist described how he signed up for this mission out of a desire to stop talking about things and starting doing something about the situation. He believed strongly in the rightness of his purpose—humanitarian aid to the people who need it. When confronted with allegations that some of the sponsors of the trip were organizations connected with Hamas and other militant groups, he said that he didn't care. He believed in his mission, regardless of how that mission

was being used politically. His argument seemed to be simple—aid is aid; the larger particulars of the situation don't matter. He was right to do what he did regardless of its eventual ramifications. He was very clear that he was focused only on the smaller picture, the one of immediate relief. The bigger picture was a pageant of intrigue that didn't factor into his consideration. I wonder. Are we bit players in the larger drama of the world, never able to fully comprehend how our actions are being used and misconstrued for devious purposes? And really, is it our responsibility to suss out which puppet master might make use of the bread we feed the hungry, the shoes we send the orphans? Our best examples of humanity serving humanity—think people like Jesus—did what was right and let the political pieces fall where they would. Still . . . I had a rather heated discussion with one of my more conservative relatives about Arizona's new immigration law. Her argument was this—the problem of illegal immigration takes its toll on our country in enormous ways. She described waves of criminals caravanning across the border, hordes of illegals clogging the hospitals and schools. A nationwide problem beyond the scope of what she or I could do, exactly the kind of problem that required a sweeping, no-holds-barred piece of tough legislation like the one Arizona had put on the books.

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Obama's Oily Quagmire BY BILL KNOWLES

n April 20th, the Untied States suffered the beginning of one of her worst disasters in history, the explosion on British Petroleum’s Deepwater Horizon oil platform. The explosion, which killed 11 crewmen and started the terrible oil spill, has now leaked out an estimated 300,000 gallons of oil into the Gulf of Mexico. In a knee jerk reaction, President Obama has blindly put a 6 month moratorium on all offshore drilling in the Gulf of Mexico. The Gulf States of Florida, Alabama, Mississippi and especially Louisiana have already felt a devastating effects caused by the initial disaster itself. Tourism has already taken a hit as well as the fishing industries in the Gulf, so why should the economies of these states be hurt even more by shutting down one of their largest industries that they have? It does not make sense. What does make sense is to train more inspectors to inspect the oil wells and keep them pumping out the oil that is so desperately needed not only in our country but around the world. Instead of hurting the economy, like Obama is doing, he could be helping it by adding more jobs instead of getting these workers laid off. Further, it has to be remembered that most of the wells that are out there are owned by foreign companies. Eventually they will have enough and take

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their rigs out of the Gulf and put them in a friendlier environment. Governor Haley Barbour of Mississippi recently said that over “30 percent of our oil in the Untied States comes from the Gulf of Mexico; If you shut it down it will have an enormously negative effect on the national economy.” Just what we need…Another drag on an already stressed economy. Why can’t this President see this? Perhaps he’s too busy playing politics with this serious situation. Another interesting question is why has it taken well over 50 days from the beginning of the spill for the President to meet with Tony Hayward, the president of BP? I think if I were genuinely interested in taking care of a disaster of this magnitude I would have met with them principle players on DAY ONE and come up with a game plan so that both BP and the federal government could work together in getting this mess taken care of for the benefit of the American people. Instead, President Obama has made four photo-ops to the Gulf Coast and still has not made a decision that could significantly speed up the

My rebuttal? Since I'd been studying this issue, I could disparage some of the more common myths that a certain news channel seems insistent on bleating. But when I was making my points, all I could see was the little boy separated from his parents during an INS raid, the young woman terrified to report the rapist in the park for fear of being deported. In other words, her argument was global. Mine was local. Big picture vs. small picture. I don't think each perspective in itself shows the whole truth. And I'm not sure the whole truth exists, not as "truth" anyway. There is only what is. And what is turns out to be highly complicated and unpredictable most of the time. Some things are easy. Like, oh boy was trusting BP to take care of operation in the Gulf a bad idea. But most things are much harder, not because they're incomprehensible, but because understanding them requires commitment to fact, not to a moral viewpoint. Nuclear power. Capital punishment. Equal rights to marriage for same-sex couples. Abortion. Such issues are cited as the ones that split the country into red and blue, the issues that make up the poles of the continuum. Some seem to think these issues a simple matter of doing what's right. But I don't think "what's right" is ever simple. To paraphrase H. L. Mecken, for every complex problem, there is a simple solution. And it is wrong.

“... President will take steps to ensure that the federal government will never again allow such catastrophic failures in emergency planning and response to occur.” How’s that working for you Mr. President?

oil spill clean up: the waiving of the Jones Act. In short, the Jones Act is a maritime law that requires all goods transported in between U. S. ports be transported in ships made by and manned by U. S. personnel PHOTO GETTY IMAGES and companies. Within two weeks of the disaster, according to an article on Foreignpolicy.com call “U.S. Not Accepting Foreign Help on Oil Spill”, 12 countries and the United Nations offered their help in cleaning up the spill. The Obama Administrations’ response was very curt and to the point stating that "while there is no need right now that the U.S. cannot meet, the U.S. Coast Guard is assessing these offers of assistance to see if there will be something which we will need in the near future." If this would have been former President Bush refusing help during the Hurricane Katrina catastrophe he would have been hung in effigy. Oh yeah, Bush waived the Jones Act almost within two weeks of Katrina hitting the Gulf Coast. I guess Obama thought he could do so much better when he called the Bush Administration’s “unconscionable ineptitude” in their handling of Katrina.

He also said on his website shortly after his coronation… errr…sorry…inauguration that “he and Vice President Biden will take steps to ensure that the federal government will never again allow such catastrophic failures in emergency planning and response to occur.” How’s that working for you Mr. President? Now I’m not naïve enough to think that the government is the end all be all and should take care of all everyone’s problems that are out there. This is BP’s disaster and BP should be held completely accountable for it, financially as well as legally. However, right now the United States has the power to help BP clean up the mess it has created and help the people as well as the sea life and animals of the Gulf. Every Swede with a dingy who can pour a gallon of Dawn detergent into the oil to help it disapate should be allowed to do so without having to worry about being boarded by the Coast Guard. Anyone who can help us should be allowed to do so without being shackled by the Jones Act. Would it be so difficult to sit down with the heads of 12 other countries as well as the United Nations and coordinate a joint effort to make this oil disappear? For God’s sake Mr. President, do the right thing by lifting the moratorium on drilling, hire more inspectors, waive the Jones Act and respond like you’re actually in charge of our country.

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The Phoenix in our Midst LARRY SCHLESINGER MACON CITY COUNCIL

ccording to the myth, the phoenix is beautiful bird of very colorful plumage with an absolutely exquisite tail equally impressive if not more so. It is a fire spirit of sorts, and its story is shared in one form or another by a number of ancient cultures. Legend has it that this phoenix has a lifecycle of some 500 to 1,000 years, and that near the end of its life, it builds itself a nest of sticks and twigs that then ignites into a fiery blaze that renders both the nest and the bird itself to ashes. But remarkably and miraculously from that heap, a new, young phoenix is born to live yet again. One of the truly enduring hallmarks of Mayor C. Jack Ellis’ administration is the resurrection and transformation of the Beall’s Hill neighborhood that, like this legendary phoenix of old, has been completely reborn to new life and regeneration. For thirty years, this historic Victorian-era Macon neighborhood had fallen into sheer neglect and decline, and its sudden renaissance is an example of just how our community can partner together to effect momentous change. In 1998 and in order to spark the revitalization of the Beall’s Hill neighbor-

hood, Mercer University and the City of Macon entered into what time, I’m quite certain, will judge as a rather historic and progressive partnership. Not only is this area directly adjacent to the Mercer campus, it is also situated between the University and the Medical Center of Central Georgia. It was, and remains, a very strategic gateway neighborhood to downtown. Since that time, Mercer University itself successfully wrote over $2 million in federal, foundation, and corporate grants to support the neighborhood project. To jumpstart the process, it created a public design process by partnering with the Knight Program in Community Building at the University of Miami’s School of Architecture that evolved into a revitalization plan that was designed to bring homeowners back to this neighborhood and the City of Macon. In 2003, the City of Macon, Mercer University and the Macon Housing Authority propelled this rather ambitious plan to the next level by forming the Beall’s Hill Development Corporation charged with its implementation. In addition to the Knight Foundation that was already onboard, the City of Macon’s Land Bank Authority, the Macon-Bibb County Planning and Zoning Department and the Historic Macon Foundation were all engaged in the process to provide specialized assistance and expertise.

The dying Beall’s Hill phoenix burst into flames when the sixty year-old Oglethorpe Homes development, a decaying, crime ridden, barracks-style public housing project, was completely demolished. From its ashes, the Beall’s Hill phoenix was then reborn in the form of Tattnall Place, a very attractive, mixed income, and mixed use development that now serves as the centerpiece of the neighborhood. This was possible thanks in large measure to the Housing Authority’s use of tax credit equity and its acquisition of a highly competitive 5 million dollar HOPE VI grant from HUD. Tattnall Place, in turn, served as the catalyst for private and public investment in, and renovation of, its surrounding neighborhood. All in all (and please excuse me if these figures are somewhat dated) 42 dilapidated structures were demolished, 22 new homes have been built on vacant lots, 10 historic homes have been rehabilitated and financial assistance has been made available to some 44 low-income home owners there to improve their structures. Streetlights, sidewalks and parks were also added throughout the neighborhood, and a historic, award-winning magnet elementary school, Alexander II, has was rebuilt and expanded. Add to that Mercer University’s down payment assistance program to its employees who decide to buy a home in the revitalized neighborhood, and you discover a “New Urbanist” recipe that has very successfully increased home ownership in Beall’s Hill by some 38 percent since 2000. Perhaps the most critical component

of the neighborhood’s regeneration was, and is, its residents themselves who took the initiative to form the Beall’s Hill Neighborhood Association. Centenary Church provided the initial leadership and meeting space for the development of this group that devotedly assesses neighborhood needs and then vigorously addresses them. This association has become an extremely effective and exemplary organization of people who truly love their neighbors as themselves, and who support each other in every way. Beall’s Hill is not totally unique; the death and resurrection of yet another phoenix here in Macon in the Lizzie Chapel/Bartlett Crossing neighborhood is also currently underway. There, Macon Homes, an equally aged and decimated apartment housing development that was visually more akin to something that you might see in Kosovo, has died and been reduced to ashes. Very soon, a new housing development will arise there that should, with careful planning and resident involvement, enable this historic Macon neighborhood to regenerate and redevelop in similar ways. If you haven’t seen the reborn Beall’s Hill phoenix, I would urge you to find the opportunity to drive up Ross, Shamrock, Calhoun, and Ash Streets, as well as through Tattnall Place itself and see for yourself. Remarkably in the space of just a decade, Beall’s Hill has become home to a racially and socio-economically diverse population, and it has actually become a ‘neighborhood of choice’ here in Macon in which property values have significantly increased.

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Let’s Dance, Macon! URBAN CULTURE

BY RONALD “DIRT DOGG” JACKSON

It is hot as hell right now as I write this. One of the best times of the year for me as a dj. People want to party again and new music drops right on time. So let’s review, everyone is waiting on Drake. Drake is exactly the type of artist I was talking about in the "MACON’S NEXT SUPERSTAR" column. A total package. I watched the VH1 DIRTY SOUTH HIP HOP HONORS. Macon, if you don’t believe now in our culture in hip hop I don’t know what I can do to prove it to you. People have been giving VH1 a lot of flack about not including everyone. But it would take a marathon to honor everyone, and I think they did a good job. One thing I noticed about the honors is the fact that everyone responded to the party music. When Luke set it out with Doo Doo Brown the crowd went wild! Then, Mystikal and JD set the crowd off. So when did hip hop and dancing separate? I actually see the trend of dance music coming back to hip hop. I am so happy, and by dancing I am not talking about cranking dat soulja boy (even though I can!). I am talking about a lighter side of hip hop. Was anything

wrong with “Summertime” by Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince? Or “Nothing but a G Thang” by Snoop and Dre? Most of the biggest crossover hits for hip hop are party songs. So why haven’t any local artists brought me a party record yet. An actual song with some bpm on it. I wonder if this is part of the reason festivals have strayed away from bringing in a lot of hip hop. What new artist will they bring that offers family friendly hip hop that people can dance to? It even seems funny saying family friendly and hip hop together, lol. But it is out there. Lil John is making a comeback with his new song “Chocolate Girl” which is a dance record and if you have partied with DJ Slim at Bottoms Up on Saturday’s you already know how Usher is killing the dance floor wit “OMG”. So I challenge local entertainment to make some party records. I want to give a shout to Platinum Sounds and One Thurd (Onethurd.com). They have a great mix cd out right now. Also, Allah’s Apprentice for bringing the Hip Hop Summit to Macon. It featured workshops, live performances and also the history of hip hop. I am putting together a compilation for my column. Please submit your music to maconentertainment@gmail.com for consideration. All music must be clean, and send your complete package. Till then, let’s dance Macon!

Happiness Research ON FAITH

BY TIM BAGWELL PASTOR AT CENTENARY METHODIST CHURCH

Recently, I have been reading about the “happiness research” conducted in recent years. The research revolves around studies that identify what makes people happy. Did you know that some countries are relatively happier than other countries? What are the things that create a greater sense of fulfillment? There are a gazillion lists out there teaching us how to be happy: be optimistic, maintain a healthy weight, stay close to family and friends, follow your instincts, smile a lot, meditate, say thank you, focus on positive memories, love your job, go to church, be creative, notice life’s simple pleasures, eat ice cream. If you followed all of these directions, being happy could turn into a job! Happiness research reveals two essential things that must be present for a person to be truly happy: 1) a sense of belonging to a community and 2) the belief that what you do matters. Those are the two key predictors of fulfillment and productivity: belonging and purpose. This is my wish for you: I want you to have faith. Faith is not necessarily about spiritual beliefs, creeds, doctrines, or religious commitments. Faith is a worldview that guides one’s life. It is a way of moving through life’s wonders and challenges. Faith reminds us that we are connected to the earth and all the people on it. Faith holds steady when necessary, but also provides the place to launch toward the stars. Faith happens best in community. Faith is the groundwork of healthy productivity. Faith is of God.

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Urbanacular Spectacular will hopefully be the biggest urban cycling event of the summer here in Macon. Everyone meets at The Shamrock at 6pm. This event will consist of an alleycat style (no brakes) race, there will also be a guided group ride during the race for cyclists who want to ride but not race, everyone will end at The Hummingbird with a happy hour after party and $5 matched sprints, winner take all.

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“Remember one thing, the only limitations you have are those which you’ve imposed upon yourself,” Brian Rudd’s mother told him when he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of eight. Those words encouraged Rudd throughout his life to look for ways to obtain his dreams. And what did he dream of? Skydiving. “Originally, I wanted to fly planes. But when they wouldn’t let me get my pilot’s license because of my diabetes, I said ‘Fine, if you won’t let me fly them, I’ll jump out of ‘em.” And nothing has stopped him for the past 15 years—not a heart attack; not a chronic illness; not even his most recent challenge, an organ transplant. Although he has a bit more recovering to do, Rudd eagerly anticipates adding to his jump record of 615 jumps. Rudd, a USPA-rated instructor, says “the absolute best time to dive is sunset. Skydivers fist fight to get on plane for sunset loads. There’s nothing like it, the sun is beneath you as you freefall.” According to him, anyone can skydive, “If you can drive a riding lawnmower, you can drive a canopy.” At the Georgia Skydive Center, where Rudd teaches, they make accommodations for special needs and have even helped paraplegics and quadriplegics skydive. “It a very low impact sport, if done right.”

Rudd recommends that first time divers should take a tandem dive, “This way you get to experience a full fledge sky dive without going to 6-8 hours of ground school. You get to relax and enjoy the ride and experience it.” For about $170, you get 45 minutes of ground training and then you are hooked into the same parachute as the tandem instructor, who is specially trained by the tandem manufacturer on how to use the system and has made over 500 jumps. For an extra fee, you can purchase video and stills of your adventure. “It is pure unadulterated freedom and joy; one place in the world where you can be truly off the grid, no cell phone, no beeper,” Rudd said. “You’re 100% in control; plummeting to the ground at an average of 120 mph, but, with the wave of a hand you gently step

Brian Rudd, a skydiving instuctor has jumped 615 times down and step onto a planet.” Rudd advises everyone to be careful when choosing a skydiving center, “When you go to a skydiving drop zone, make sure it is a USTA group member…look for their certificate. Don’t be afraid to ask: ‘Have you had any injuries here? What were they?’ Every drop zone should have had incidents. Ninety percent of all skydiving injuries and deaths happen under fully functional and open canapy…it’s usually a hot dogger.” For more information about the Georgia Skydiving Center, visit www.georgiaskydivingcenter.com - BY JENNY MURR

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“MMA is boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, [and] jiu-jitsu all rolled in to one. It’s a mix of everything I love. I’ve always been multitalented and this combines everything. It’s like being in the NFL and the NBA at the same time,” said Goldsby. While MMA certainly provides a physical challenge for its participants, one of the most positive aspects of mixed martial arts at Rush is the camaraderie that comes from having regular training partners that challenge a person to meet their personal goals. Mitchell lists the experience of friends united to do their best in the face of challenges as one of the greatest aspects of mixed martial arts. “Camaraderie is the best thing about MMA. It’s a team thing. As much as the fights are one on one, you need a strong support team to train, and so you develop a friendship and brotherhood. More important than a fighting technique, trainees learn humility, respect, friendship, and camaraderie,” said Mitchell. Mitchell often emphasizes that though the sport is difficult to master, anyone is welcome to train at Rush. The gym welcomes fighters of any experience level, and though MMA is difficult to master, people of all skill levels are welcome to begin training at Rush. Who knows, with enough practice, the next recruit might one day be ready for the big fight. “Anyone can start out with MMA. You don’t need any background in martial arts or even sports. You just need to be dedicated. Our gym is very beginner friendly,” said Mitchell. - BY ERIC BROWN

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With the increasing popularity of fighting leagues such as the Ultimate Fighting Championship, mixed martial arts (or MMA) is one of the fastest growing competitive sports, and with good reason. Because it combines many martial arts disciplines from around the world, including boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, and wrestling, mixed martial arts is technical, brutal, and thoroughly entertaining to watch. Macon’s own Bubby Mitchell, owner of Rush Mixed Martial Arts gym, gave a glimpse at what it takes to join the competitive and rewarding world of mixed martial arts. “It’s easy to get involved,” said Mitchell. “If you want to come in and train on either a competitive or a noncompetitive level, all you have to do is sign some paperwork, buy about $100 worth of gear, and come in regularly to train. If you set aside time to train about 3 or 4 times a week, you’ll come in and really make progress.” Mitchell emphasized that anyone can come in and easily get involved with the exciting world of mixed martial arts. One of the most talented fighters out of Mitchell’s Rush Gym is Bryan Goldsby, who was turned on to the mixed martial arts scene after his time spent wrestling in the Navy. For Goldsby, who has been making a splash in the scene after winning fights at Bellator 14 and Clash of the Kings, fighting is a full-time career; his wife is deployed on active duty in Afghanistan and Goldsby supports his family through his endeavors in mixed martial arts. With his twice-a-day training regimen and impressive professional record, MMA has become his passion.

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AIR ADVENTURES HERBERT SMART AIRPOT MACON (478) 951-1783 As I crossed the threshold of ‘40 something’, I decided it was time for adventure. So I applied to Macon State College and have since graduated Magna Cum Laude…what a journey. Now that I am quickly approaching 50, I’ve been looking for DARING adventure and I found one…flying a Cessna 172. It was a sultry evening and, after completing the safety check list, my instructor, Jim Basile of Air Adventures, started the single propeller plane and began our approach toward the “wild blue yonder.” As we taxied down the runway, he gave me a few instructions and then turned the plane over to me. I pulled back on the yoke (or as I called it, the steering wheel) expecting us to take flight immediately, but it wasn’t until I put a bit more muscle into my efforts that we left the ground. The grin on my face increased in tandem with our increase in altitude. The sky was a powder blue and there weren’t many clouds. Finally, after reaching 200 feet above the ground, Jim told me to level off by sliding the yoke back toward the instrument panel until the nose of the plane was just a little above the line of horizon.

I couldn’t believe it when I looked down to see the Coliseum Medical Center below us looking no bigger than a pack of gum. It was fantastic! That feeling of being suspended above Macon—of moving so fast but feeling like we weren’t moving at all—and I was in control! The sun began to set as we flew over my favorite Macon spot, the Shoppes at River Crossing, turning into a perfectly round neon-orange balloon. And just as quickly as we took to the skies, my hour had passed and it was time to land. Jim took control of the plane, and just like that my adventure was over. Air Adventures is just east of Macon, off I-16. Students can fly solo after 15 hours of training and can get a Private Pilot’s License. But it is recommended that everyone start their adventure by first taking a “discovery flight.” For $70, students spend an hour of ground training and an hour of air time. Instructor Basile states that this “oo and ah” flight affords someone the experience of flying a plane for a reasonable price. For more information about discovery flights and classes, visit Airadventuresmacon.com or call 478-951-1783. - BY JENNY MURR

On pretty much any sunny Tuesday or Thursday in Macon and sometimes Warner Robins, if you’re in the right place you can hear the thuds of men’s bodies clunking together in a fashion that could only be Macon Love. We mean the rugby team, of course. Even in a region known for football, rugby often gets overlooked, says team President Mike Dee. “This past season, we’ve been in the knees. We’ve got a lot of rookies out there, trying to learn the game, and that inexperience has really hurt us” But, that’s not to say they don’t have fun. Dee, who came to Middle Georgia via Nebraska via the Air Force in 2001, joined up with the team the same year he arrived. The team itself began in the summer of 1999 when several members of a struggling Georgia College club and old-timers from the defunct Macon Cadillacs R.F.C. combined their efforts to establish a rugby club in the Middle Georgia Area. “My favorite thing is the camaraderie, we’re a team in the truest sense. We’ll play a game and then hang out afterward. If I were to go to California to a Rugby function I’d be accepted immediately, so it’s really like a brotherhood, not to mention it’s just a great way to stay in shape, and get a little physical, and it’s really easy to get involved, even if you don’t know anything about Rugby.” Says Dee The Team will take all newcomers and practices each Tuesday and Thursday at Central City Park though there are some efforts to alternate practices between Bibb and Houston County due to some players being employed at the base. If you’d like more information about playing with the Macon Love Rugby Team call Mike at 478-320-4421. - BRAD EVANS 11thHourOnline.com

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Modern Rocker Several rock acts have formed a new protest group that's opposing the new SB 1070 immigration law that was recently implemented in Arizona. The law allows police in the state to challenge anybody that they even merely suspect of being an illegal immigrant (failure to provide confirmation will result in arrest.) The musicians - who include Massive Attack, Sonic Youth, Rage Against the Machine, The GoGos, Street Sweeper Social Club, and Tenacious D, are pledging to not play any concerts in Arizona until the bill is amended; some bands are even forbidding their tour buses to drive through the state...

Michael Franti and Spearhead are full of news lately, namely a new label deal, a new album, and a couple of new singles, as well, all as the band treks onward with its tour of North America. Now on a major label (EMI), Franti and the band are set to release The Sound of Summer later this summer, with the album already being prefaced to radio by single "Shake It."

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Dance-popster Christina Aguilera has postponed her North American tour until 2011. The 20-date schedule was set to kick off on July 15th, but the singer, citing prior commitments to the promotion of her new album, Bionic, as well as a movie project, has said it's just not going to work within the current time frame. Bionic is in-stores now (just out last week), and new dates for Aguilera's U.S. shows will be announced later this year, with refunds for already-purchased tix available at point of purchase... LINK OF THE WEEK: Discouraged by high concert ticket prices and service fees? Well, Live Nation is offering a little relief (if temporary) so that you can plan at least part of your summer in rockin' style. They're eliminating service fees on over 700 shows for the entire month of June, so hop online for the creatively-named "No Service Fee June" at www.livenation.com...

stream single in 17 years - the track, "Lights Out," sounds more like something from The Fray than "Never Gonna Give You Up"... • Devo's first new studio album in 20 years has been named - the band's Something for Everybody is set to hit stores on June 15th in the U.S.... • L.A.-based post-metal rockers Isis has announced that they'll be breaking up after their upcoming tour, after 13 years as a band... • And that song you've been hearing on the new iPad advert? It's the Yeah Yeah Yeah's “Gold Lion” from their 2006 album... ON CD: Rooney's Eureka... Devo's Something for Everyone... We Are Scientists' latest... Foals' Total Life Forever... and Cowboy Junkies' Renmin Park... and that's the buzz for this week's Modern Rock.

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on U2's tour were moved; but the band has now postponed their entire roster of 2010 North American tour dates, pushing them to 2011. As mentioned earlier, U2 also had to pull out of their headlining spot at the famed UK Glastonbury Festival (Bono saying that he was heartbroken, as U2 had even written a song especially for the event), and will be replaced by new headliners Gorillaz...

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You are practical, peace loving, stubborn, and deliberate. Taurus has a natural interest in money, and you like the finer things in life. Now is a time that you will be very busy learning the lessons of life and this phase may be with you for a year or two. During this period you will learn some lessons easily and others the hard way. If you allow yourself to be stubborn, then it will be the hard way. If you happen to dabble in real estate and have a business-like mind you will be busy with these things and have an easier time of it. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Gemini is versatile, fickle, intelligent, creative, quick, neat, and curious. Money and business should start picking up again. (â&#x20AC;&#x2122;About time!) By the end of this month you will wonder how you are going to accomplish everything. You will also wisely be saving some of your funds for the leaner times. Next week on Wednesday or Thursday (the 23rd or 24th) will be time to try your luck again. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Cancer is sentimental, sensitive, and needs to have a sense of security. Cancer is intensely romantic and has a vivid imagination. All this week is time for shopping and visiting. Friends drop in unexpectedly Wednesday night. There seems to be many errands to run this week although you are being conservative with your money. Everyone wants to talk to you right now (seeking advice?) and it is difficult to keep on top of everything. Next week you feel much more relaxed. LEO (July 23-August 22): Leo is colorful, self assured, outgoing, impulsive and expansive. Money may be a bit short now but after next week it starts to slowly improve so do not let it bother you. Some people around you are making secret plans which you will know about in another two weeks. However, you may not approve of them. Perhaps you should ask around before it is too late. If you are planning on buying or selling something important, wait until December. Read Aries this week, as it applies. VIRGO (August 23-Sept 22): Virgo is intellectual, critical, fussy, and shy and needs constant reassurance.Some new business ideas pop into your head. This could be a good time to implement them. Company will be dropping in on you this week and although money is short right now, perhaps a small cookout is in order. This appears to be an excellent time to buy or sell real-estate in this changing market. Also fix up what you have as an investment for the future.

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