Macon-Bibb County

Macon Violence Prevention (MVP) hosted a focus group session on September 23 facilitated by Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia and Macon Mental Health Matters (MMHM). The purpose of this meeting was to hear from domestic violence survivors about their experiences to determine what’s needed at a planned Family Justice Center coming to Macon-Bibb.   Facilitators asked several […]

On Tuesday, September 28, the Macon Violence Prevention (MVP) Leadership Team met for an all day strategic planning session. Nearly 40 people from more than 20 organizations, agencies, nonprofits, and departments reviewed the information collected from more than 1,100 people who attended 14 community forums and more than 700 surveys submitted in person or online. […]

September 15 through October 15 is recognized as Hispanic Heritage Month and the Office of Small Business Affairs (OSBA) is celebrating our Hispanic-owned local businesses and organizations. The team has partnered with the Hispanic community to hold information sessions, fun events, and more to support these shops and their owners.    “It’s our job to reach out to our […]

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month sponsored by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and Macon-Bibb’s Pedestrian Safety Review Board is holding a month of events, activities, and information to remind drivers and walkers that staying safe is a shared responsibility. “In the past almost two years, people have headed outdoors more and more as […]

There is no doubt that music fuels the soul of Macon-Bibb County. Our rich music history is a big component of what puts us on the map and now plans for a brand new outdoor amphitheater are going to take us even further. “It’s a general progression with the venues we already have here,” said […]

This week, high school students got the opportunity to try out in-demand skilled professions first-hand in a fun way. Students from across the region took a trip to the Macon Farmer’s Market to participate in five high demand careers with hands-on simulations to learn about the careers, what they do, and possibly gain an interest […]

Revitalization plans are bringing new life and opportunities to the Macon Mall, which will also impact surrounding businesses and the community. On Wednesday, September 15, Mayor Lester Miller, Commissioner Al Tillman, and area partners announced a major donation and plans for infrastructure improvements and attracting new businesses through a public-private partnership. Hull Property Group, who […]

On Wednesday, September 22 Mayor Lester Miller and Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful (KMBB) announced the next County-wide Cleanup will take place Saturday, October 23. “Each and every day our community is getting stronger together,” said Mayor Miller. “If we continue to work together, we can do great things. We are stronger together.” More than 2,000 people […]

On September 18, 2021 Mayor Lester Miller proclaimed September as Lupus Awareness Month ahead of the second Lupus Walk in Macon-Bibb. The Walk to End Lupus Walk Now was held Saturday, September 18 to raise money and awareness for the autoimmune disease. Lupus can cause inflammation and tissue damage to any organ in the body, […]

On Tuesday, September 14, the Commission unanimously passed a resolution appropriating $1.97 million in American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to help fight crime. The County entered into an agreement with ShotSpotter, a gunshot detection system. The company will place sensors in different spots around the County that will help pinpoint gunfire location and alert the Sheriff’s Office. With this technology, they can respond faster and […]