On Wednesday, September 9, 2026, Macon-Bibb County will celebrate the life, music, and legacy of Otis Redding with a special street dedication ceremony. The speaking portion of the ceremony will take place at 10:00 a.m. in the Zelma Redding Amphitheater at the Otis Redding Center for the Arts (436 Cotton Avenue). The ceremony will officially […]
Every two years, Macon-Bibb County participates in the statewide Point-In-Time (PIT) Count under the direction of Georgia’s Department of Community Affairs (DCA) in order to help determine the number of people experiencing homelessness in the area. The count is one-night snapshot of people experiencing homelessness in a community. Between 2024 and 2026, the number of […]
The Macon-Bibb County Planning & Zoning Commission (MBPZ) has announced additional dates for community workshops focusing on land use as part of the comprehensive plan, “Macon It Happen.” The first workshop was held on Wednesday, August 6 at the Elaine H. Lucas Senior Center and the next workshop is Monday, August 31, at the Macon Milledgeville Regional […]
GeorgiaForward is bringing professionals and community leaders together for an afternoon of connection, friendly competition and fun at the GeorgiaForward Pickleball Round Robin on Monday, August 31, at Rhythm & Rally Sports & Events in Macon. The event welcomes all skill levels, whether participants are experienced pickleball players or have never picked up a paddle. While walk-ups are welcome, […]
Macon-Bibb County Government Offices and Courts will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. Emergency services such as the Sheriff’s Office, E-911, and Fire Department will remain operational. The Convenience Center at 1010 11th Street will be closed on Monday, September 7. The Center will resume to its regular […]
From summer camps and Movies in the Park to fitness classes and adaptive recreation, there’s a lot happening throughout the year at Macon-Bibb County’s recreation centers and parks. But have you ever wondered what it takes to make all of those programs happen? In the newest episode of Macon It, we sit down with Macon-Bibb […]
A new stretch of the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail is officially open, giving people even more opportunities to walk, bike, and explore one of Macon-Bibb County’s most popular outdoor spaces. On Thursday, August 27, NewTown Macon and Macon-Bibb County leaders, partners, and community members gathered at Amerson River Park to celebrate the completion of the newest […]
Hundreds of Macon-Bibb County households are now better prepared to receive important weather alerts after a successful weather radio giveaway hosted by the Macon-Bibb County Emergency Management Agency (EMA). On Wednesday, August 26, the EMA team distributed 350 free NOAA weather radios at the Macon Mall as part of its ongoing efforts to help residents […]
The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department is holding its annual Fire Prevention Essay and Poster Contest and is looking for students to participate. The essay contest is for 5th, 8th, and 12th grade public, private, and home-schooled students in Macon-Bibb County. The poster contest is for students in grades K-5th in public, private, or home-school. The […]
On Tuesday, August 18, on behalf of Mayor Lester Miller, Dr. Henry Ficklin recognized the Macon-Bibb County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and its work to keep the community safe with a proclamation in honor of National Emergency Management Awareness Month. You can read the full proclamation here. National Emergency Management Awareness Month is recognized throughout […]
