🌱 Terminal Station Found Non Compliant To ADA + Sparks Over The Park

Good morning, Macon! Nicole Fallon-Peek here with your Thursday edition of the Macon Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Abundant sunshine. High: 95 Low: 70.
• Friday: Partly sunny and humid. High: 95 Low: 69.

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Here are the top three stories in Macon today:

1. During a recent audit, Terminal Station was found non-compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act regulations (ADA). Some of the issues are considered minor, with width or height citations missing only an inch, but countless discrepancies were discovered. The building is owned by the Macon Transit Authority and the CEO of Macon Transit Authority, Craig Ross, stated that they will fix any part of the building that is not ADA compliant. (WGXA)
2. North Macon has welcomed a new country store to the corner of Bass and Zebulon! Yesterday marked the grand opening of SL Sausage Company, a meat-based company popular for its beef jerky, sausage, and southern-style meals. SL Sausage is now open Monday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (13 WMAZ)
3. Don’t miss Bibb County's 27th annual Sparks Over The Park celebration at Lake Tobesofkee on Jul. 4! There will be a variety of activities throughout the day including swimming, boating, and live music from The Rescue Dogs. The fireworks display will begin at 9:15 p.m. and will be best seen from Sandy Beach Park. Admission is $3.00 a person, and children under six are free. (WGXA)

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Today and tomorrow in Macon:

Thursday, June 29

• Sail Away on the S.S VBS At North Macon Presbyterian Church (9:00 AM)
• Macon Bacon Baseball Game At Luther Williams Field (7:00 PM)

Friday, June 30

• Holy Spirit Night At Ahava Ministries (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Thank you to Quinn Hunold for the donations to All About Animals Rescue! The animals received a laundry basket of treats, toys, puppy pads, and sweaters. (All About Animals Rescue via Facebook)
• Wanting to add a furry friend to your family? Meet Amelia, a five-year-old dog who escaped a high-kill shelter and is looking for a forever home! (All About Animals Rescue via Facebook)
• Otis Redding has officially been added to the Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2024! Check out the Otis Redding Museum in Macon and celebrate the King of Soul this week. (Visit Macon via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! I'll be in your inbox soon with another update.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.