Dozens of people gathered Saturday morning, September 12, at the newly named Willis B. Sheftall, Sr. Legacy Park to celebrate the life and lasting impact of a man who dedicated decades to serving the Pleasant Hill community. Many in attendance grew up in Pleasant Hill and knew Willis B. Sheftall, Sr. personally, while others came […]
The arts are about more than what happens on a stage. They bring people together, tell our community’s stories, and help make Macon-Bibb a vibrant place to live, visit, and experience. On a new episode of the Macon It podcast, we sit down with Julia Morrison, Executive Director of the Piedmont Grand Opera House and […]
The Office of Communications has earned a Silver Circle Award in the national City-County Communications & Marketing Association’s (3CMA) annual Savvy Awards for its “Feet hit the floor; let’s go.” Stories from the Men’s Mental Health Meet-up campaign in the Government Service Delivery/Community Issue. “Emotional, powerful storytelling can truly have on people’s lives, and it’s […]
Twenty-five years after the September 11 terrorist attacks, Macon-Bibb County came together to remember the lives lost and honor the first responders who risked and gave their lives to save others. The Macon-Bibb Law Enforcement Foundation held its annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Friday, September 11, at Public Safety Memorial Park in Downtown Macon. Local […]
On Wednesday, September 9, Macon-Bibb County celebrated the life and lasting legacy of the legendary Otis Redding with the official dedication of Otis Redding Way. Family, friends, community members, and local leaders gathered at the Otis Redding Center for the Arts for the special ceremony, held on what would have been the King of Soul’s […]
On Friday, September 11, Macon-Bibb County will celebrate the unveiling of a new sculpture at Bicentennial Park (350 Olive Street) at 4:00 p.m., honoring Muscogee culture and the tradition of stickball. The sculpture, Cepvnkv – Mvskoke Stickball Player, was created by Muscogee/Seminole jeweler, sculptor, and designer Kenneth Johnson. Stickball is a traditional Indigenous game that […]
Macon-Bibb County’s Georgia Civic Awareness Program for Students (GCAPS) is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 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 […]
Macon-Bibb County and partners are celebrating the newly renovated Willis B. Sheftall, Sr. Legacy Park at (1493 Fourth Avenue) on Saturday, September 12, at 10:00 a.m. The celebration will begin with a ribbon cutting officially marking the completion of improvements to the park and its new name honoring the life and legacy of Willis Braswell […]
Construction on the new guitar-shaped executive terminal at Middle Georgia Regional Airport has reached a major milestone, bringing the project one step closer to welcoming visitors to Macon-Bibb County. On Monday, August 31, Macon-Bibb County, Middle Georgia Regional Airport, Sheridan Construction, and project partners gathered for a topping out ceremony, marking the placement of the […]
Macon-Bibb County will hold an additional public hearing regarding the millage rate on Wednesday, September 9, at 9:00 a.m. Following the hearing, the Commission will vote to adopt a millage rate. Both meetings will be held in Commission Chambers at City Hall at 700 Poplar Street. The millage rate is being recommended to remain the […]
