Navicent Health Foundation was pleased to host this year’s ACM “Entertainer of the Year” Jason Aldean, a native of Macon-Bibb County, for an exclusive performance on Thursday, April 21 at Macon’s Grand Opera House. The multi-Platinum singer performed songs from his latest hit “Light Comes On” as well as older favorites including “Amarillo Sky” and “Night Train.” All proceeds from the evening benefit Children’s Hospital, Navicent Health.
 
“Pretty overwhelming, the amount of money that was raised by the community of Macon last night and I couldn’t be more proud to call it my hometown,” shared Aldean. “Every single penny helps an organization that means a lot to me and I can’t thank everyone enough for helping these kids. Emotions were running high seeing all those faces, familiar faces, come out to support.”
 
“We are thrilled and so very appreciative that Jason took time from his busy schedule to visit Macon and offer an exclusive performance for the benefit of our patients at Children’s Hospital, Navicent Health. Our young patients and their families are grateful for his support and advocacy,” said Dr. Ninfa M. Saunders, President and CEO of Navicent Health.

Loganville, Ga. native Jordan Rager opened the show for Aldean. Rager has opened for country acts including Aldean and Justin Moore, and released his debut single, “Southern Boy,” in 2016.