Hungry after a float down the Ocmulgee River? Need a drink after a walk with the dog at Amerson River Park? There’s now a place for that! A new concession stand opened Saturday, May 8, 2021 in Amerson River Park near the boat takeout ramp and Porter Pavilion. M & M Sandwich and Pastry, a […]
On Friday, May 7, dozens of people gathered at the South Bibb Recreation Center to remember and honor Lance Corporal Cary Becham. Mayor Lester Miller and Commissioners were on hand to officially dedicate a portion of Sardis Church Road Extension to him. Cary Becham served in the Vietnam War as a Lance Corporal in the […]
For Nancy Jo Cleveland and Andrea Cooke, it’s more than just spreading awareness. When it comes to mental health wellness, it’s about taking action and getting results. The two women are leaders in Mayor Lester Miller’s Macon Mental Health Matters initiative. Mayor Miller announced the initiative in February 2021 as a way to support the […]
As part of National Police Week, the Macon-Bibb County Law Enforcement Foundation, Sheriff’s Office, and Fire Department will host the annual Peace Officer’s Memorial Day program on Friday, May 14, 2021 beginning at 8:30 a.m. The event will be held in Public Safety Memorial Park at the corner of Second and Mulberry Streets. “We must […]
The Lake Tobesofkee Recreation Area (6600 Moseley Dixon Rd.) is looking to hire 10 lifeguards to fully staff all park beaches for the summer. Claystone Park and Arrowhead Park will need lifeguards beginning Memorial Day weekend (Friday, May 28, 2021) through Labor Day weekend (Monday, September 6, 2021). Lifeguards will work Monday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. – […]
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is making changes to its job requirements for those wanting to become a deputy sheriff and to expand the opportunity for more people to begin a career in law enforcement. Interested people must now be at least 18 years old, whereas before they had to be at least 21 years […]
On Friday, April 30, 2021, the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department welcomed 14 new members to its family. Fourteen people from different backgrounds, but with the same mission: to protect and serve Macon-Bibb County. The Graduating Class was the first class to begin its training in 202o, and one of the youngest in the class was […]
Summer camp is back for our community after shutting down last year due to COVID-19. Enrollment has already begun, and staff is working hard to make this as safe and fun as possible for everyone. “We were devastated last year, but knew it was for the best. Now, everyone is really excited to get the […]
On Friday, April 30, 2021, Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller and Executive Director of Community Affairs Dr. Henry Ficklin, along with Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful Executive Director Carolyn Childs and Education Chair Janice Habersham, announced the winners of the Clean Streets Matter Essay and Art Contest. 37 students throughout the county, in Kindergarten through 12th grade, entered the […]
On Saturday, May 8, 2021, Macon Head Space is hosting the first ever Mental Health Pop-Up Gym at 8:00 a.m. at Filmore Thomas Park (3793 Log Cabin Road). The goal is to bring mental health resources directly to neighborhoods. The pop-up gyms will include a Zen Tea Garden, yoga, poetry, therapists, and giveaways. This weekend’s event kicks off several other pop-up gyms in […]
