Macon-Bibb County

On Monday, July 1, the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department held a Promotion Ceremony for 34 firefighters are now known as Captain, Lieutenant, Sergeant, and other rankings. You can watch the full ceremony here. Each were be pinned individually by family and loved ones and then sworn in. “I am so proud of each of these […]

In a landmark effort to foster a healthier, more resilient community, Macon Mental Health Matters (MMHM) launched a comprehensive initiative aimed at addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). This groundbreaking program is designed to mitigate the long-term impacts of childhood trauma and build a supportive environment for the community. Adverse Childhood Experiences include a wide range […]

The Gardens at Brookdale is in need of volunteers this summer as crops are booming during harvest. People of all ages, with gardening experience or none at all, are welcome to join in on the fun and help a good cause. You can help harvest, plant, weed, mulch, prepare beds for planting, compost, and so […]

Lake Tobesofkee will host its 28th Annual Sparks Over the Park Independence Day Celebration on Thursday July 4, 2024. Gates at all Lake Tobesofkee parks (Claystone, Sandy Beach, and Arrowhead) will open at8:00 a.m. and will close at 10:00 p.m. During the day, there will be normal activities such as swimming, boating, picnics, disk golf, and more. Live music with The Rescue […]

Macon-Bibb County will observe Independence Day, and close all government offices, including court system, on Thursday, July 4, 2024. Emergency and law enforcement services will remain operational, including the Fire Department, Sheriff’s Office, E-911, and EMA. The 11th Street Convenience Center (which is normally open seven days a week), and the Convenience Center on Fulton […]

On Friday, June 28, 2024, Macon-Bibb County and loved ones unveiled street signs dedicated to Pastor Charles Jones on Plant Street. The street dedication ceremony happened at the Greater Rising Star Full Gospel Tabernacle Church on Plant Street, where Jones served as a Pastor for almost 30 years. Click here to watch the full ceremony. In April, […]

This week, Mayor Lester Miller took some time to talk students in the Human Too Organization (H20) Exposure Camp. He talked about his responsibilities as Mayor, and gave students the opportunity to ask questions and give input on what they want to see more of in their community. “I feel like I learned something very […]

The Macon-Bibb County Health Department is helping swimmers stay safe at our Recreation pools. On Wednesday, June 28, the Health Department donated 90 life jackets of all different sizes to our Recreation Department. Each of the five pools open will have 18 life jackets for the public to use when swimming. “We’re so grateful for […]

On Friday, June 28, United to End Homelessness, Macon-Bibb County, the Macon Homeless Coalition, Middle Georgia Community Food Bank, and other community organizations announced the expansion of hydration and cooling measures across the County. “The weather we’ll see over the next week is going to be hot. We’re seeing over 100-degree weather for several hours […]

On Monday, June 10, Macon-Bibb County’s Pedestrian Safety Review Board (PSRB) held a Pedestrian Summit at the Bibb Professional Learning Center. It was the second Summit held by the PSRB in its efforts to make roadways safer.   “We want to continue exploring ways to make our roadways safer for everyone, and part of that is […]