Join our Macon Mental Health Matters (MMHM) team starting Friday, March 8, at 6:00 p.m. for the next the Wellness Weekend, which is a 3-day long opportunity for people to focus on their mental health. Yoga in the Plaza is happening Friday, March 8, at Cotton Avenue Plaza (intersection of Cotton Avenue and Second Street) beginning at 6:00 […]
On Tuesday, February 27, Macon Mental Health Matters (MMHM) and Macon Violence Prevention (MVP) held an opportunity for men in our community to talk about their mental health. The third Men’s Mental Health Meet-Up was held at Churchills on Cherry. “We wanted to create a safe space for men to talk about their challenges and mental health,” […]
The Brookdale Resource has been feeling the love from our community the past month! Several businesses and organizations have been making contributions to the Center. Subaru of Macon recently collected and donated winter coats for children at the Center. Piedmont Macon employees held a ‘Jean Day’ where employees pay $5each Friday of the month to […]
On Friday, February 16, our Fire Department officially gained 14 new firefighters. There was a ceremony held at Central Georgia Technical College to celebrate the recruits with their friends and families. You can watch the full ceremony here. “These men worked hard, and they’ve earned this, and this is their day, but from this day […]
Lead With Literacy is beginning its sixth cohort of Macon Family Time on Monday, February 26, and there’s still time to sign up by clicking here. Families can sign up to be part of this cohort all the way through the third class on Monday, March 11. The classes will take place every Monday from […]
The Georgia Suns Youth Empowerment Program is getting ready to gear up for another season of basketball! Practice is happening Saturday, February 17 at the Frank Johnson Recreation Center (2227 Mercer University Drive) at 3:00 p.m. “The Georgia Suns Youth Program is very important for our kids in our community in helping keep kids busy […]
It’s time to start training for our second Macon Music Half Marathon being held on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Mayor Lester Miller, Macon Tracks, Atrium Health Navicent, and the Macon Bacon made the announcement during a press conference Wednesday. “We’re excited to say this half marathon is back and better than ever,” said Mayor Lester […]
On Tuesday, February 6, members of our Fire Department made their way up to the State Capital to be recognized and honored by the Georgia State Firefighters Association (GSFA) for their exceptional dedication and service. “I am so proud of all of our firefighters who continue to go above and beyond to serve not only […]
Lead With Literacy is inviting families to learn about its Macon Family Time program, which is preparing to start its sixth cohort. An information session for interested families is being held Monday, February 19 at 5:30 p.m. at the Bloomfield-Gilead Recreation Center (1931 Rocky Creek Road). This information session will have a Black History Month […]
On Tuesday, February 6, the Commission unanimously approved appropriating up to $1.5 million for improvements at Rosa Parks Square. “This has been a long time coming. We’ve been waiting and anticipating for progress on this project and we’re finally moving in the right direction,” said Commissioner Elaine Lucas. “I’m especially happy since I’ll be leaving […]
