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  • Sparks Over the Park Independence Day Celebration returns to Lake Tobesofkee
    Lake Tobesofkee will host its 27th Annual Sparks Over the Park Independence Day Celebration on Tuesday July 4, 2023. Gates at all Lake Tobesofkee parks (Claystone, Sandy Beach, and Arrowhead) will open at 8:00 a.m. and will close at 8:00 p.m. The entrance gates will close at 8:00 p.m. due to safety precautions.   During the […]

    June 16, 2023 published by

  • Macon-Bibb asking court to permanently close M&M Grocery
    Macon-Bibb County has filed an emergency motion in Superior Court to have M&M Grocery (2760 Montpelier Avenue) permanently closed. This is being done because of the reemergence of conditions which threaten public safety and for the store violating the conditions of a Court Order placed against it in October 2022. The hearing is scheduled for […]

    June 14, 2023 published by

  • Bibb Mill demolition makes way for East Macon development
    On Thursday, June 8, Macon-Bibb Public Works began tearing down the abandoned and blighted building at 155 Coliseum Drive, the site of the former Bibb Mill. This was demolition #536 in the ongoing Blight Fight, but it represents a major step forward in economic development and revitalization for that area of East Macon. “Blight in one neighborhood impacts […]

    June 8, 2023 published by

  • NAACP recognizes Mayor, Commission for efforts in community
    During a Commission Meeting last month, President of the Macon-Bibb Branch National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Gwenette Westbrooks presented a plaque to Mayor Lester Miller and the Commission for their dedicated service and commitment in making a difference in the community. “I want to thank you all for looking out for […]

    June 8, 2023 published by

  • Picnic in the Park Food Truck Festival returns Saturday!
    Start making plans to enjoy a beautiful spring day with Picnic in the Park! Our Recreation Department is having another Food Truck Festival on Saturday, June 10. It’s happening from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., rain or shine, in Carolyn Crayton Park (150 Willie Smokie Glover Drive).   So far, there are 12 food trucks with a variety of different […]

    June 8, 2023 published by

  • Mental Health Pop-Up Gym Saturday
    Macon Mental Health Matters (MMHM) is holding its next monthly Pop-Up Gym on Saturday, June 10, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Bloomfield-Gilead Recreation Center (1931 Rocky Creek Road). It’s free and open to people of all ages, and even their furry friends. You can participate in yoga, a drum circle, meditation, and other services. All activities will happen […]

    June 8, 2023 published by

  • Community Foundation announces more than $860,000 in MVP grants for 31 organizations
    During a press conference held Wednesday at Bibb Mount Zion Baptist Church, the Community Foundation of Central Georgia was joined by Mayor Lester Miller and community leaders to announce the second round of Macon Violence Prevention (MVP) grant recipients. $860,500 will be awarded to 31 local organizations to continue or start programs focused on long […]

    June 8, 2023 published by

  • ‘Ms. Lewis is smiling down on us today’: Community welcomes new Frankie E. Lewis Park off Houston Avenue
    On Tuesday, June 6, dozens of community members, including friends and family of the late Frankie Everett Lewis, gathered for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to commemorate the completion of the brand-new Frankie E. Lewis Park at 834 Lynmore Avenue.   Ms. Lewis’ family, including her sons and grandchildren were there to cheer on their mother and […]

    June 8, 2023 published by

  • Directors tour priority projects, learn how they play major role
    On Wednesday, May 31, County Manager Dr. Keith Moffett took Department Heads and community partners on a tour of several priority projects, including the Brookdale Resource Center, renovations inside the Macon Mall, and the ongoing construction of the new outdoor amphitheater.  “I wanted to make sure every director saw how their department’s work was important […]

    June 8, 2023 published by

  • Recreation Department hosts Family Movie Night in the park
    Our Recreation Department is holding its monthly Family Movie Night on Friday, June 9, at 7:15 p.m. in Carolyn Crayton Park (150 Willie Smokie Glover Drive), in front of the Round Building on the great lawn. This month, families can come out and enjoy watching Zootopia together. “Our Movie Night is a great way for families to come together […]

    June 7, 2023 published by

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