From Middle Georgia Regional Library – Middle Georgia Regional Library (MGRL) unveils new Downtown Bus Station Book Locker located at the Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority (MBCTA) Transfer Station for library patrons to easily pick up and return books along their bus commute. Patrons can now select this outdoor book locker as a 24/7 pickup and […]
From Mercer University – Mercer University and Mercer Athletics, in partnership with Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller, a Double Bear Mercer graduate, officially launched the countdown to the 2026 football season Thursday, unveiling plans for the nationally televised Aug. 29 FCS Kickoff matchup against East Texas A&M and introducing a free concert series designed to make […]
Story by Communications Intern Dexter Whitby, Jr. – On July 30, the 40 interns in the Mayor’s Office of Youth Employment and Engagement (M.O.Y.E.E) program were recognized by Macon-Bibb officials for completing their six-week-long program. Family and friends celebrated with a graduation ceremony in Commission Chambers at City Hall. Through the M.O.Y.E.E., young people ages […]
Forty Macon-Bibb County children spent part of their summer learning skills that could one day save their lives. From July 27-31, the Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department partnered with State Representative Tangie Herring (HD 145), the YMCA of Metro Atlanta, and several community partners to bring the YMCA’s Safety Around Water program to the South Bibb […]
A major investment in Macon-Bibb County is officially underway. On Monday, August 3, Unified Legacy Group broke ground on a new $125 million precision manufacturing facility at on Barnes Ferry Road, marking another major step forward for economic development and job creation in the community. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp, U.S. […]
On Thursday, August 6, Macon-Bibb County leaders and community members gathered at Carolyn Crayton Park to celebrate the official reopening of Softball/Basefield Field 7, bringing a once-vacant field back to life and expanding opportunities for recreation and sports tourism. “This is exactly what SPLOST is meant to do. Invest in projects that improve quality of […]
Macon-Bibb County is proud to recognize National Emergency Management Awareness Month throughout August by highlighting the important work of our Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and the professionals dedicated to keeping the community safe. The national campaign is designed to increase public awareness of the emergency management profession and recognize the people who work every day […]
Ever wonder how the new Macon Arena went from an idea to the design now taking shape? The latest episode of Macon It takes you behind the scenes of one of the biggest projects in Macon-Bibb County’s history. Chief Communications Officer Chris Floore sits down with Oak View Group District General Manager and MFA Program […]
Story written by Office of Communications Intern Dexter Whitby, Jr. – The 2026 Macon Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Challenger, hosted by Rhythm & Rally Sports & Events in Macon, GA, is another key milestone for a pickleball venue that has been on the rise. Macon-Bibb County’s first tournament, featuring PPA and professional players, happened from […]
Emily Wilson, Digital Content Specialist in Macon-Bibb County’s Office of Communications, has been named to PR Daily’s Top Women in Marketing Class of 2026 as a Marketer to Watch, making her one of the top marketers in the country. “Receiving this recognition is both humbling and exciting. Every campaign, video, and post represents a team […]
