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  • Entrepreneurs honored in first Black Business Month Pioneer Awards
    As Black Business Month came to a close this August, our Office of Small Business Affairs (OSBA) and Office of Community Affairs recognized some of our Black entrepreneurs who have paved the way for so many people in Macon-Bibb County.    On August 30, the OSBA held the first ever Black Business Month Pioneer Awards at the Tubman African American Museum. The awards luncheon honored people of the past and present who paved the way for so […]

    September 3, 2021 published by

  • Government office hours, trash collection schedule adjusted for Labor Day
    Macon-Bibb County Government Offices and Courts will be closed on Monday, September 6, 2021 in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. Emergency services such as the Sheriff’s Office, E-911, and Fire Department will remain operational. All trash and recycling pickup services will slide one day next week. If your pickup day is Monday, it will […]

    August 31, 2021 published by

  • Board of Commissioners, Board of Education hold joint meeting to tackle issues in community
    For the first time, Macon-Bibb County Commission and Bibb County Board of Education held a joint meeting to discuss shared topics that affect our entire community. On Thursday, August 26, members of both Boards met in the Hatcher Conference Center at Middle Georgia State University. Their tables were socially distanced, but all faced each other […]

    August 27, 2021 published by

  • Staff Spotlight: Adrian Bellamy and Xavier Davis
    Both Adrian Bellamy and Xavier Davis were named Human Resources’ Employees of the Quarter. Our Human Resources (HR) Department does an extensive amount of work to keep our consolidated government running. Bellamy and Davis were recognized this quarter because of their dedication to their work and team. “Adrian Bellamy and Xavier Davis willingly took on […]

    August 27, 2021 published by

  • Public Works removes first commercial building in #BlightFight
    On Thursday, August 26, Public Works continued Macon-Bibb’s Blight Fight by tearing down the first commercial property included in this initiative. The crew removed the structure at 3527 Brookdale Avenue from the neighborhood. “I’m excited that we were able to take down the first commercial property so far,” said Public Works Director Tim Wilder. “There’s […]

    August 27, 2021 published by

  • Mayor Miller proclaims August as Immunization Awareness Month, Breastfeeding Month
    Mayor Lester Miller, alongside Atrium Health Navicent, recognized and proclaimed August as Immunization Month in Macon-Bibb County. This month is meant to highlight the importance of vaccinations for people of all ages. It’s important for people to know how vaccines prevent serious and sometimes deadly diseases. Atrium Health Navicent strongly supports the continued provision of […]

    August 27, 2021 published by

  • Mental Wellness Wednesday offered at Booker T. Washington Community Center
    Every Wednesday, the Booker T. Washington Community Center (404 Monroe Street) offers you an opportunity to take part in a fun activity that helps take care of your mental wellness. “We want people to come out and do something that will lift their spirits and teach them something new. Plus, it’s good for your mental […]

    August 27, 2021 published by

  • Black Business Month Highlight: Mo’s Cleaning
    To many, cleaning is considered to be more of a chore, but to Myra Omofoma, it’s a hobby that turned into a successful career. Omofoma is the founder and owner of Mo’s Cleaning Services, Inc.  Omofoma started her cleaning company by herself about 10 years ago. Since then, she has expanded throughout Middle Georgia and now has a team behind her. Mo’s Cleaning […]

    August 27, 2021 published by

  • Office of Small Business Affairs to honor Black Pioneers in commerce
    As part of National Black Business Month, the Office of Small Business Affairs (OSBA) is holding its first ever Pioneer Awards to celebrate and bring attention to those who laid the foundation for Black entrepreneurs. The ceremony will honor 12 people for their business and community achievements despite the challenges (such as segregation) they faced […]

    August 27, 2021 published by

  • Student leadership program accepting applications
    Macon-Bibb County’s Georgia Civic Awareness Program for Students (GCAPS) is now accepting applications for the 2021-2022 school year. The immersive program teaches young people about government operations in our community and state. Students will attend a monthly session where they’ll take trips, meet local and state leaders and elected officials, and learn how to conduct […]

    August 26, 2021 published by

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