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- “We are betting on us. We are all in.”
Mayor credits people of Macon-Bibb for moving community forward together “It’s a great day…a new day…thanks to each of you,” Mayor Lester Miller told more than 700 people gathered at the Macon City Auditorium for the annual State of the Community, hosted by the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce. “Just like you can’t ignore the […]
- Support the creation of Georgia’s first national park!
Congress is considering a bill to protect the Mounds as Georgia’s first national park, and public support is crucial! Click here to show YOUR support for Ocmulgee Mounds! The Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative is the driving force behind this effort, and they need you. Help preserve the mounds and the surrounding wilderness for future […]
- Planet vs. Plastic Earth Day Festival
Celebrate Earth Day with a fun and educational day at the park! The Macon-Bibb County Earth Day Celebration is happening at Amerson River Park (2551 Pierce Dr. N) this year on Saturday, April 20, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Activities will be held on the great lawn behind the playground area. “We are so excited to again have a fun […]
- “We are going to scatter them on God’s ground.”
39 years. That’s how long Annie Tolbert’s cremated remains have been in storage on a shelf, unclaimed by family members. Her remains, and those of nearly 160 other people, have remained in boxes, waiting for someone to take an interest. And now, thanks to the efforts of the Clerk’s, Attorneys, and Coroners Offices and the […]
- Grant allows County to plant more than 400 trees
Our Parks and Beautification Department will plant 455 trees thanks to a 2024 Urban and Community Forestry Trees Across Georgia (“TAG”) Grant from the Georgia Forestry Commission. The $253,150 grant was unanimously accepted by Commissioner earlier this month during a Commission Meeting. The grant will pay for 455 trees to be planted at seven different disadvantaged […]
- Macon-Bibb named Runner Friendly Community
The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) has designated Macon-Bibb County as one of its two newest Runner Friendly Communities, the first year it has earned this honor. The Macon Tracks Running Club submitted the application with the support of several organizations in the year the community is organizing its first half marathon in 20 […]
- Recreation pools to open for the summer
Grab your swimsuits and get ready to head over to our Recreation Department pools this weekend! A couple of pools will be opening on Saturday, May 27 just in time for Summer! The pools at South Bibb Recreation Complex (7035 Houston Rd) and Delores A. Brooks (3326 Ocmulgee E Blvd) will be open Saturday from […]
- Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful holds 48th Annual Awards
On Thursday, May 18, Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful (KMBB) held its annual Awards Luncheon at City Hall. About 200 people from our community joined the celebration as the organization presented awards to several people and organizations. You can watch the full ceremony here. “We are so thankful for everyone who continuously helps our mission in keeping […]
- First Planting at The Gardens at Brookdale
Opportunities are growing at the Brookdale Resource Center as seeds and plants have been planted at The Gardens at Brookdale. On Tuesday, April 11, we held a First Planting Ceremony to commemorate the start of growing a garden behind the Resource Center. You can watch the full ceremony here. About 100 people, including Bibb County […]
- It takes a community to make a difference: Students, partners get started on The Gardens at Brookdale
“Heads up, heads up, here comes the board,” yells a Rutland High School student to other students in their workshop as they work hard on a project that will make a difference in the lives of Brookdale Resource Center residents. “They were ready to jump in and participate, some even asking if they could volunteer […]