On Tuesday, October 6, the Macon Area Habitat for Humanity continued its recognition of Habitat Week with a Mortgage Burning that celebrated 10 families making final payments on their homes. These 10 families, years ago, completed the classes Habitat provides to help people become homeowners, and then they were able to move into Habitat-built houses. […]
In a continued effort to support employees in their mental and physical wellness goals, the Macon-Bibb Human Resources Department is holding an Employee Wellness & Mental Health Awareness Day on Friday, October 14. The events are open to Macon-Bibb County consolidated government employees and their families. Government offices will close at 11:30 a.m. that day […]
In an orientation event on Thursday, October 6, a group of high school students came to City Hall for their a Georgia Civic Awareness Program for Students GCAPS) Orientation. Coordinator and Executive Director of Community Affairs, Dr. Henry Ficklin, spoke to the student leaders about what their year will look like learning about our local […]
From NewTown Macon: Join us on Wednesday, October 19, for a behind-the-scenes tour of downtown Macon’s transformative development. NewTown Macon’s Tour of Progress, presented by Cadence Bank, provides a sneak peek of projects underway and a look into what programs fuel our vibrant downtown. This event is family-friendly and FREE! Tours are self-guided. To take […]
Macon-Bibb County is celebrating 10 years as an Age–Friendly Community! On Saturday, October 22, 2022, community leaders will celebrate and help launch AARP’s Age-Friendly Leadership Academy (AFLA) in Tattnall Square Park (1155 College Street) from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend the event, meet with community service vendors, enjoy live […]
That time of year is again upon us – the dreaded flu season. One of the best ways to prevent coming down with it is to get your flu shot. County Commissioners and other leaders had the chance to get their shots before Tuesday’s Commission meeting. While flu viruses are detected year-round, flu viruses typically […]
On Wednesday, October 5 our Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and local partners team took a trip to the State Operations Center in Atlanta for a monthly Emergency Support Functions (ESF) meeting to learn more about cybersecurity. It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month, so what better time to talk about how we can be prepared and protected when […]
Three families are getting brand new homes thanks to great partners in our community, and American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) funds. Macon Area Habitat for Humanity held a “ground blessing” for the new homeowners on Wednesday, October 5, to celebrate the start of construction. “Habitat Week 2022 is a time for us to remember […]
Macon Mental Health Matters (MMHM) is holding its monthly pop-up gym on Saturday, October 8, at the Bloomfield-Gilead Park (1931 Rocky Creek Rd). This weekend’s gym has more benefits for everyone in your family, including your furry friends, and it goes from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (rain or shine) with yoga, a drum circle, […]
The Fire Department has a week of events planned to help educate and promote safety as part of National Fire Prevention Week, which is from Sunday-Saturday, October 9-15. To kindle the enthusiasm, there will be an awards ceremony and celebration event at the Macon Mall (3661 Eisenhower Parkway) at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 12. […]
