Macon-Bibb County

“We’re trying to address the needs of the community,” Tonja Khabir with the Pleasant Hill Neighborhood Organization told Commissioners, staff, and media when they visited Linear Park in Historic Pleasant Hill Neighborhood. They were there to learn about pending improvements to the park thanks to a grant of $1.375 million from the State of Georgia […]

On Tuesday, June 13, Commissioners, city staff, and the media tour three pending park and recreation center improvement projects: Filmore Thomas Park, Memorial Gym Recreation Center, and Frank Johnson Recreation Center. All three projects are possible because of the voter-approved Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST).   Filmore Thomas Park was already slated to […]

Macon-Bibb County will observe the federal holiday, Juneteenth, and close all government offices, including court system, on Monday, June 19, 2023. Emergency and law enforcement services will remain operational, including the Fire Department, Sheriff’s Office, E-911, and EMA.   Both Convenience Centers will be closed Monday, 6/19.Ryland Environmental will remain operational that day, so trash, recycling, […]

Our Board of Elections Office (BOE) officially has a new Elections Supervisor, and he’s a very familiar face. On Thursday, June 15, Judge Sarah Harris swore in Thomas Gillon, a week after our County Commission unanimously approved his appointment.  “I want to be a service to our community,” says Gillon. And he has been, since […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]