Our very own Sherita Sims-Jones, Budget and Grants Manager, was selected to join a Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Committee. After applying, Sims-Jones was chosen to be on the national association’s Governmental Budgeting and Fiscal Policy Committee, one of only six members chosen from across the country. The Committee serves as a forum for exchanging […]
Pickleballers and park goers now have new amenities to enjoy at Lake Tobesofkee! On Thursday, September 30, County leaders and community members celebrated the completion of major Sandy Beach Park improvements with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. The renovations were the next phase of facility and beautification projects at the Lake, which include four new pickleball […]
Georgia lifts its burn ban on October 1, 2021, and the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department wants you to know how to safely burn items and how to properly get a permit. They had a press conference on Thursday, September 30 to discuss the changes, and that can be watched here. In accordance with the State […]
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 now one building dedicated to housing all Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Outreach resources. On Thursday, September 23, the Sheriff’s Office opened the first Outreach and Restorative Justice Center (774 Hazel Street). The 43,000 square foot building directly across from the Law Enforcement Center aims to keep people out of jail and give our […]
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 […]
From the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority: The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) announces that the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA) has been recognized as one of only 67 economic development organizations accredited as an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO). “MBCIA displays the professionalism, commitment, and technical expertise that is deserving of this honor,” said IEDC […]
The World Health Organization considers Pediatric Obesity one of the most serious public health challenges facing us today. September is recognized as Pediatric Obesity Awareness Month and Mayor Lester Miller signed a proclamation to bring attention to the matter. Dr. Henry Ficklin presented it to Atrium Health Navicent Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital. It outlines […]
September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and Mayor Lester Miller signed a proclamation to bring attention to this deadly disease. Representatives of Atrium Health Navicent came to City Hall where Director of Community Affairs Dr. Henry Ficklin read the proclamation. Ovarian Cancer claims more than 650 lives a year in our state, so we’re urging […]
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 […]
