From NewTown Macon – The Ocmulgee Heritage Trail in Amerson River Park has been extended thanks to a public-private partnership between Macon-Bibb County and NewTown Macon. This spring, the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail committee completed a quarter-mile section of trail that connects the Jay Hall North River Access to the overlook. The North Amerson Extension creates […]
At a press conference on Friday, July 1, Macon Area Habitat for Humanity announced they will build 14 new affordable homes in Macon-Bibb County with investments from Macon-Bibb County’s American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds and a matching grant from The Peyton Anderson Foundation. You can watch the announcement here. In early June, the County Commission […]
People interested in opening an in-home daycare in Macon-Bibb County can now apply for a fellowship that will help them through the application process. It will also provide the necessary training to work with children with special needs, those who have gone through traumatic experiences, or are bilingual and how to incorporate bilingual education. “We […]
On Monday, July 11, at 10:00 a.m., Macon-Bibb County’s Public Works Department will begin demolishing the 200th dilapidated and dangerous structure of the #BlightFight initiative. A press conference will be held at the house at 1185 Kitchens Street prior to the demolition featuring comments by Mayor Lester Miller and recognitions of the departments, agencies, and […]
On Thursday, July 7, Macon-Bibb County’s Office of Communications – Olivia Walter, Rachel Gambill, Edna Ruiz, and Chris Floore – was recognized as top in the country when Ragan & PR Daily named them a 2022 PR Team of the Year (1-9 people) in its annual Communicators of the Year Awards Program. “This […]
On Wednesday, July 6, the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank (MGCFB), Mayor Lester Miller, and other community leaders held a Groundbreaking Ceremony for its facility’s expansion at 4490 Ocmulgee East Boulevard. Click here to watch the entire event on the Food Bank’s Facebook page. The expansion is made possible thanks to state and local American […]
Friday, July 1, is the start of a new fiscal year for many organizations including our government. To mark the occasion, we wanted to highlight the person who oversees our budget and makes sure the numbers all add up at the end of each day. That’s why Julie Moore is this week’s Staff Spotlight! Julie’s […]
From Bike Walk Macon– Bike Walk Macon hosted its second annual Mobility Maker Awards and Member Party on Thursday, June 23 at Fall Line Brewing Co. This event celebrates some of Macon’s most dedicated sustainable transportation advocates accompanied by a presentation showcasing the organization’s accomplishments in creating a more bikeable, walkable, and livable Macon-Bibb County […]
The Recreation Department is excited to invite the community to the second Picnic in the Park at Carolyn Crayton Park (formerly known as Central City Park). It’s happening from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 9. There will be nearly a dozen food trucks featuring sweets, treats, BBQ, vegan options, and other crowd […]
This week the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department held an event to celebrate the promotion of Battalion Chief James T. Alligood to Deputy Fire Chief. Fire Chief Shane Edwards, Mayor Lester Miller, and others spoke at the event. You can see photos from the promotion and pinning ceremony here. The Deputy Fire Chief position is a […]
