From November 4-11, 2025, Macon-Bibb County will participate in Operation Green Light for Veterans, which is sponsored by the National Association of Counties (NACo) and the National Association of County Veteran Service Officers (NACVSO).

The Bibb County Courthouse dome, fire stations, Fire Administration, the Mercer University Drive bridge, the ribbon lighting at the Atrium Health Amphitheater, the Washington, Lanford, and Cathy Ivey Libraries, and other buildings will be lit green to raise awareness around the unique challenges faced by many veterans and the resources available to them.

In addition to these locations, residents, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to participate by simply changing one light bulb inside or outside their home to a green bulb. By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported, and we open conversation about the needs of veterans and the services that support veteran communities.

Counties and residents across the country can share their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.

“As a veteran of the U.S. Navy, it’s great to see our crews and partners jumping on this effort to make a highly visible show of support for our service,” says County Manager Dr. Keith Moffett. “This is a community that supports its veterans throughout the year, but this week is extra special as it leads up to a weekend of recognition and appreciation events.”

“I hope people across our community will join us this week to light our community green, and that our veterans are able to drive around to see how much their service means to us,” says Mayor Lester Miller.

Beginning Saturday, November 8, the International Cherry Blossom will begin hosting its weekend celebrating our veterans. There’s a 5K race on November 8, the annual Veterans Day Parade in Downtown on November 9, and the Veterans Day Golf Tournament on November 10. For details on those, click here.

“Operation Green Light is an opportunity to thank veterans for both their service to our nation and their contributions to our communities,” said NACo Executive Director Matthew Chase. “With hundreds of counties coming together to light up everything from courthouses to bridges, we know veterans will see and feel our gratitude for their selflessness and courage.”

Now in its fifth year, Operation Green Light is spearheaded by NACo and the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers, building upon successful efforts by the New York State Association of Counties and the NYS County Veteran Service Officers’ Association in 2021. In 2023 and 2024, more than 450 counties participated in Operation Green Light.