On Friday, August 15, the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department held a Promotion Ceremony for 28 firefighters at the Macon Mall. You can watch the full ceremony here. “Promotion in fire service is not just about rising in title, it’s about rising in responsibility,” said Deputy Fire Chief Ron Smith. “Today’s honorees have shown grit, humility, strength […]
There is another opportunity for you and your family to stay weather ready with another NOAA weather radio and pillow shaker/strobe light distribution event on Thursday, August 28. The event in support of National Emergency Management Awareness month, will take place at the Macon Mall Meeting Center (3661 Eisenhower Parkway – lower level, next to the […]
On Tuesday, August 19, Commissioners unanimously approved hiring an independent contractor for road repaving and resurfacing services. This is all part of the Paving the Way program and the first of the 36.18 miles of roads for repaving that were put out for bid in July. “We are moving forward even faster with our Paving […]
Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller recommended and the Commission approved reducing the millage rate for the 5th consecutive year at its meeting on Tuesday, August 19. The new rate will be 9.575, which is a reduction of 0.325 from last year and 10.756 since he took office. “We’ve been able to lower our millage rate […]
Two different monthly men’s mental health meetups are continuing their joint effort to provide men the chance to share their experiences with each other and find support from within their community. On Monday, August 25, Serenity Entertainment Complex (427 Poplar Street) will host the two successful and meaningful groups from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. “We […]
About 80 religious, faith-based, and community leaders gathered at the Historic Macon Terminal Station on Thursday, August 14, to not only share lunch, but thoughts that would make their community better. “I know a lot of great things are happening in our community,” Mayor Lester Miller told the crowd as they ate. He highlighted some […]
August 11, 2025, is now officially known as Ms. Kaye Whitehead Billingslea Day in Macon-Bibb County. Mayor Lester Miller and Dr. Henry Ficklin presented a proclamation for Ms. Kaye for her 80th birthday. Ms. Kaye Whitehead Billingslea has made a memorable contribution of more than 25 years of service, through her dedication as one of […]
The Macon-Bibb County Office of Communications is a finalist in the 2025 City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) Savvy Awards for its Class One Recruitment promotional video produced, shot, and edited by Multimedia Manager Olivia Walter. Last year, the Fire Department needed a compelling way to promote its work and attract new, younger applicants. The […]
Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller is recommending a 5th consecutive reduction in the millage rate. The new rate will be 9.575, which is a reduction of 0.325 from last year and 10.756 since he took office. Even with the reduction, it is still funding increases in funds for public safety, IT, beautification, recreation, and more. The […]
Macon Magazine featured our very own County Manager Dr. Keith Moffett in this year’s Leadership Issue under the “Heroes Among Us” section. Dr. Moffett was selected for not only his work with Macon-Bibb County, but his work mentoring others. “This is both humbling and deeply meaningful to me because serving as County Manager is not […]
