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Five Years of Hope | Brookdale Resource Center
Brookdale Resource Center helps thousands of people along the road to a stronger, safer future. At noon on January 6 five years ago, the Brookdale Resource Center (then known as the Brookdale Warming Center) opened its doors and welcomed its first resident. Since then, 4,862 people have come through the doors for a warm and […]
Learn MoreFire Department welcomes newest class of firefighters
“Today you transition from a fire recruit to a firefighter, and I’m proud to say you are more than ready.” Words spoken by Fire Training Division Chief Arthur Parker to several hundred people gathered at Rock Springs Baptist Church to celebrate the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department’s newest class of firefighters. Family members, friends, command staff, […]
Learn MoreTurn Back Your Clocks and Test Your Smoke Alarms!
This Sunday, November 2, 2025, marks the end of Daylight Saving Time, and the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department is reminding residents to use this time to ensure your household has working smoke alarms and a fire escape plan in place. When you set your clocks back one hour, take a minute to test all smoke […]
Learn MoreFire Department holding annual fundraising golf tournament
The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department is teeing up for a great cause and inviting golfers, sponsors, and community members to join its annual MDA Golf Tournament, benefiting the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). The tournament will take place on Friday, October 17, at Bowden Golf Course (3111 Millerfield Rd.) with check-in starting at 7:30 a.m. and […]
Learn MoreMiddle Georgia Firefighter Calendars on sale now
The wait is over — the 2026 Middle Georgia Firefighter Calendar is here! The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department unveiled the calendar on Monday, September 15, at Luther Williams Field, where calendars went on sale both in person and online. Community members had the chance to meet the firefighters featured in the calendar, get autographs, and […]
Learn More“Without the Fire Department’s manpower…I wouldn’t be here today.” : Macon-Bibb resident donates land for new Fire Station
On Tuesday, September 2, the Commission unanimously approved the donation of 4 acres of land donated by a Macon-Bibb resident who wants to thank our Fire Department for a lifesaving moment. “Without the Fire Department’s manpower and knowing what to do, I wouldn’t be here today,” said Clay. On April 21, 1980, George Clay was […]
Learn More2026 Middle Georgia Firefighter Calendar to be revealed September 15
Things are heating up as we get closer to the 2026 Middle Georgia Firefighter Calendar reveal! The big reveal and calendar sales will happen on Monday, September 15, at the Historic Luther Williams Field (225 Willie Smokie Glover Drive) from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. “We are so excited to reveal the official calendar,” says Fire […]
Learn More28 Firefighters promoted, including new Deputy Chief of Operations
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 […]
Learn MoreFire Department reminds community of firework safety
Most accidents can be preventable when lighting fireworks if you take precaution. Our Fire Department wants to remind everyone to be safe during the 4th of July holiday weekend. “The number one injury we see this time of year is burns. Sparklers get extremely hot and operating thos without gloves can sustain severe burns. We […]
Learn MoreMacon HerStory: Tammy Cravey
Tammy Cravey, a dedicated fire inspector with the Macon-Bibb Fire Department, has always been driven by a deep passion for helping others. “Serving others just gives me joy… and I get to do that daily,” she shares. Early in her career, Tammy focused on rescuing people during fires, but as a fire inspector, she now […]
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