Macon-Bibb County

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Communications

  • EMA to distribute free weather radios, residents must register
    The Macon-Bibb County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is continuing its effort to keep residents safe and prepared by giving away 1,300 free NOAA weather radios on Tuesday, February 24, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the conference room at the Macon Mall (3661 Eisenhower Pkwy). In addition to the radios, EMA will distribute 130 pillow shakers […]

    February 20, 2026 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Construction begins on Softball Field No. 7
    Construction has officially started on renovations to Softball Field No. 7 in Carolyn Crayton Park. On Wednesday, February 18, Macon-Bibb County and the Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department held a Groundbreaking Ceremony to mark the start of renovations that will bring the field back into active use and up to tournament standards. “A ballfield is more […]

    February 20, 2026 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Changing the game for men’s mental health: monthly meet-up Monday, February 23
    If there’s one thread that goes through every discussion at the monthly Men’s Mental Health Meet-up, it’s “You are something to someone.” It doesn’t matter the topic nor who attends, the men spend that hour and a half uplifting each other, listening to their stories, and providing a level of support they say they can’t find elsewhere. […]

    February 20, 2026 published by Emily Hopkins

  • Macon-Bibb hires new CIO to lead IT Department
    On February 17, Mayor Lester Miller recommended and the Macon-Bibb County Commission approved Tekquell Watson’s appointment as the consolidated government’s new Chief Information Officer. “Technology is at the core of all we are doing to create a more accessible and transparent government in order to better serve our community,” says Mayor Lester Miller. “We cast […]

    February 18, 2026 published by Emily Hopkins

  • Macon-Bibb files lawsuit against Autumn Trace Apartments to protect public safety after significant, increasing violent criminal activity
    On Monday, February 16, Macon-Bibb County filed suit in Superior Court against the owners, agents, and corporations of Autumn Trace Apartments (1745 Rocky Creek Road) due to the amount of criminal activity, emergency calls, and other reports there. The County is bringing this action to permanently enjoin, restrain, and abate the public nuisance that has […]

    February 16, 2026 published by Emily Hopkins

  • UDA signs Letter of Interest for property sale for possible casino, hotel
    On Tuesday, February 12, the Macon-Bibb County Urban Development Authority (UDA) approved a Letter of Interest with Gaming & Leisure Properties, Inc. (GLPI) for the purchase of the former JC Penney at the Macon Mall. GLPI is interested in the site to potentially build a casino and hotel once the State of Georgia approves the […]

    February 13, 2026 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Macon It: Inside Macon-Bibb’s Affordable Housing Initiative
    A new episode of Macon It is out now, and this week’s conversation focuses on one of the most important issues facing our community: access to safe, affordable housing. The latest episode features Natalie Bouyett, Executive Director of the Macon-Bibb County Affordable Housing Fund, who joins the podcast to break down how the fund works […]

    February 13, 2026 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Show yourself some love during Wellness Weekend
    Macon Mental Health Matters (MMHM) is hosting its Wellness Weekend this weekend! It kicked off with a Mental Health Alliance at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 13. This gathering brings together a diverse group of people and organizations to discuss mental health and wellness topics impacting Macon-Bibb County. The next meeting will happen in March. […]

    February 13, 2026 published by Edna Ruiz

  • EMA holds response personnel training for post-storm debris recovery
    On Wednesday, February 11, the Macon-Bibb County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) held a Tabletop Training Exercise with departments and disaster response partners. They each represented their agencies and their roles and responsibilities in the removal of debris from the community following severe weather like a hurricane or tornadoes. “Post-disaster debris removal is one of the most […]

    February 13, 2026 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Mayor Miller holds first Council of Clergy of the year
    On Thursday, February 12, Mayor Lester Miller hosted the first Council of Clergy Luncheon of the year Middle Georgia State University. He updated the clergy on the efforts of Macon-Bibb County and what is to come. “Hosting our first Council of Clergy Luncheon of the year is an opportunity to listen, connect, and recommit to […]

    February 13, 2026 published by Edna Ruiz

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