On Tuesday, October 8, Reimagining the Civic Commons — a collaboration of national foundations and civic leaders dedicated to revitalizing public spaces in ways that benefit communities — announced its third round of investment in 10 cities, including Macon-Bibb County. The funding will be used in the cities to transform public spaces in ways that […]
On Thursday, October 10, the Mayor’s Council of Clergy held its regular luncheon at Middle Georgia State University. This month’s guests included Rabbi Elizabeth Bahar, Dr. Patrice Walker with Atrium Health Navicent, Sister Theresa Sullivan from the Daybreak Day Resource Center, and Sabrina Friday with Mother’s Nest. “Our luncheons give us a chance to let […]
Enjoy this beautiful fall weather with some good food, music, and fun at Carolyn Crayton Park (150 Willie Smokie Glover Drive) for the next Picnic in the Park on Saturday, October 12. You can choose from 12 food vendors from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. There will be live entertainment from “T-Luv” Todd Davis, wine slushies from Jail Creek Farms, […]
It’s that time of year again! We are days away from the start of the local, state, and federal election. Polls are opening for early voting starting Monday, October 15 and goes through Friday, November 1. You can vote early at the Bibb County Board of Elections (3661 Eisenhower Pkwy, STE MB101), Elaine H. […]
On Thursday, October 10, our staff took some time to enjoy the outdoors with sports, games, and fun! Our Human Resources Department hosted its annual Wellness Day. Employees got to play golf at the Historic Bowden Golf Course and pickleball at Tattnall Square Pickleball Center, and after headed to Carolyn Crayton Park. There employees and […]
Our Fire Department represented Macon-Bibb County well at this year’s Georgia National Fair as they worked to inform fair goers about the available opportunities to protect our community. Our Class One Department, the only in Middle Georgia and first in the state, is hiring and looking for the best. You can apply here. “One of […]
On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department held its Annual Fire Prevention Week Opening Ceremony at the Macon Mall. You can watch the full ceremony here. “This vital campaign reminds us all of the lifesaving power of working smoke alarms in protecting homes and communities,” said Life Safety Educator Lt. Jeremy Webb. “We hope […]
With the outdoor burn ban being lifted as of October 1, our Fire Department would like to share the updated criteria for outdoor burning. Residents can apply for a burn permit by clicking here, or you can contact our Fire Prevention line at 478-751-2700. Rules for Residential Burning – Burning is permitted October 1st through April […]
The Historic Pleasant Hill Neighborhood is seeking public input for the new name of the park which stretches from 1st Avenue behind the Booker T. Washington Center to 5th Avenue Northwest. It’s been called Linear Park since it was created several years ago by the Georgia Department of Transportation. “Renaming the park is an important task […]
The Macon Mental Health Matters (MMHM) team will host its monthly Wellness Weekend beginning October 10, at 7:00 p.m. The four-day event is a chance for people to focus on improving their mental health through a variety of activities. All events during the weekend are free and open to everyone in the family. Women’s Wellness Circle Empower Her […]
