It’s time for weeks and months of training – whether they were yours or someone you know – to finally pay off at the Macon Music Half Marathon. In its third year, the race will take place on Saturday, November 22, 2025, beginning at 8:00 a.m. in Carolyn Crayton Park. “More than 500 people from eight states will run through our […]
On Thursday, November 20, the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department – including Chief Shane Edwards, Deputy Chief Michael Williamson, Deputy Chief Ron Smith, and several firefighters – and community members had lunch with about 50 3rd-5th grade Reading Achievers at Bruce Elementary. But this was more than just a gathering to share a meal…the Fire Department […]
Society of St. Andrew Georgia delivered approximately 38,400 pounds of Georgia-grown potatoes and cabbage across Macon-Bibb County this week, helping provide fresh, healthy food to families facing food insecurity. Cabbage and potatoes, currently in season for Georgia farmers, are durable, storage-friendly staples that can be easily incorporated into many familiar meals. The nonprofit recently received […]
On Tuesday, November 18, the Macon-Bibb County Commission unanimously approved the appropriation of $50,000 to the Family Counseling Center of Central Georgia (FCC), which will significantly impact victims of crime in Macon-Bibb. The funding will come from interest earned on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The FCC is on track this year to serve […]
Mark your calendars! Macon-Bibb County is kicking off the holiday season with two festive Christmas parades that promise fun for families across our community. The celebrations begin on Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 p.m. with the Lizella Christmas Parade, rolling down Hwy 80/Eisenhower Parkway. This neighborhood tradition brings together local groups, decorated floats, and plenty […]
From Visit Macon– On Thursday, November 6th, Visit Macon proudly announced the 2025 recipients of its “Tourism Awards” at the 43rd anniversary Annual Celebration & Awards Ceremony at the Mill Hill Community Arts Center. It was also an opportunity to celebrate the organizational successes reflected in the work accomplished over this past year with many […]
On Thursday, November 6, the Leadership Macon class of 2025 spent a full day immersing themselves in the people, departments, and services that keep Macon-Bibb County running. “Government Day,” led and organized by Leadership Macon Advisor and Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Spencer Hawkins, offered the class an inside look at how collaboration across departments […]
On Thursday, November 13, Macon-Bibb County leaders and community members gathered to celebrate the official opening of Bicentennial Park, a new public space created to honor our city’s 200-year history and inspire reflection, healing, and community connection. The park is located at 239 Clinton Street. You can watch the full ceremony here. “Bicentennial Park stands […]
On Friday, November 7, Macon-Bibb County joined Mercer University and community partners on for a ceremonial groundbreaking to celebrate a major new development that will reshape the gateway into downtown Macon. Anchored by the future home of Mercer’s School of Medicine, the project will include residential lofts, retail space, offices, and parking, which will bring […]
Macon Mental Health Matters (MMHM) invites the community to take part in its two Wellness Weekends this month, featuring opportunities to move, reflect, and connect. The first event kicks off with a Pop-Up Gym on Saturday, November 8, at the Booker T. Washington Community Center (401 Monroe Street) from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Participants […]
