Macon-Bibb County continues making progress on its countywide sidewalk assessment, with Citylogix now approximately 54% complete with its sidewalk analysis and 100% complete with its ramp analysis. The assessment is part of the County’s Paving the Way program, an ongoing effort to improve transportation infrastructure and make it easier and safer for people to move […]
As construction continues on Pleasant Hill Landing, community members have an opportunity to help shape the future of the mixed-use development by sharing their ideas through a community survey before Sunday, August 30, 2026. Pleasant Hill Landing is a new mixed-use development being built in the historic Pleasant Hill neighborhood through a partnership between the […]
Story by Communications Intern Dexter Whitby Jr.- On July 15, The Girls Dig Deeper Initiative (GDDI), along with Robins Financial Credit Union, volunteered at the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank, with whom they share a partnership. The Girls Dig Deeper Initiative is in its third annual Summer in the City Learning Experience for teenage girls […]
Story by Communications Intern Dexter Whitby Jr. – Rhythm & Rally Sports & Events is hosting the 2026 Macon Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Challenger from July 17-19. This will be the first professional pickleball tournament hosted in Macon, and another step in the right direction for the largest indoor pickleball facility in the world. More than 500 […]
Story by Communications Intern Dexter Whitby Jr. – On Thursday, July 9, Mayor Lester Miller hosted the Council of Clergy Luncheon at Macedonia Baptist Church to update the clergy on ongoing and upcoming projects at Macon-Bibb and upcoming projects. “This is another opportunity during the summer of 2026 to give them an update on all the […]
Every great park has someone working behind the scenes to keep it wonderful. In the latest episode of On Call, we spend the day with Derrick Chaney, whose work helps make Amerson River Park one of Georgia’s premier parks. From mowing grass and trimming trees along the trails to cleaning restrooms and picking up litter, […]
Families can get a head start on the new school year at the Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department’s Back-to-School Giveaway on Saturday, July 18, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at the Elaine H. Lucas Senior Center (132 Willie Smokie Glover Drive). Students will receive free school supplies while supplies last. Parents or guardians must be […]
As students prepare to head back to the classroom, the Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department is helping families get ready for the new school year with its first Back-to-School Book Bag Giveaway at the Little Richard House Resource Center (416 Craft Street) on Saturday, August 1. The event will take place from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 […]
The Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department is hosting a Safety Around Water program in partnership with State Representative Tangie Herring (HD 145) and the YMCA of Metro Atlanta. “We’re incredibly grateful to everyone for making this opportunity possible for families in Macon-Bibb County,” said Recreation Director Robert Walker. “Learning to swim and understanding water safety are […]
The Girls Dig Deeper Initiative (GDDI) is hosting its third annual Summer in the City Learning Experience for teenage girls (ages 13-17) at the Rosa Jackson Community Center (1211 Maynard Street) from July 12-27. Registration is now open and can the registration link can be found here. This experience is designed to elevate you girls’ mindsets and promote […]
