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Communications

  • Macon Mental Health Matters hosts Men’s Mental Health Meet-Up
    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,” […]

    March 1, 2024 published by

  • Community spreads the love at Brookdale Resource Center
    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 […]

    March 1, 2024 published by

  • ‘From this day forward, they’re a brotherhood.’: Fire Department welcomes new firefighters
    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 […]

    February 23, 2024 published by Chris Floore

  • MVP program, Lead With Literacy, begins 6th cohort Monday
    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 […]

    February 23, 2024 published by Chris Floore

  • MVP partner works to mentor students through game of basketball
    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 […]

    February 16, 2024 published by Chris Floore

  • Macon Music Half Marathon returns November 16
    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 […]

    February 16, 2024 published by Chris Floore

  • Firefighters receive state recognition
    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 […]

    February 16, 2024 published by Chris Floore

  • Lead With Literacy beginning sixth cohort of family-oriented MVP program
    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 […]

    February 16, 2024 published by Chris Floore

  • Commission approves funding for improvements at Rosa Parks Square
    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 […]

    February 9, 2024 published by Chris Floore

  • Mayor holds first Council of Clergy meeting of the year
    On Thursday, February 8, Macon-Bibb County held the first Mayor’s Council of Clergy Luncheon of 2024 at the Tubman African American Museum. This month’s meeting featured comments by Mayor Lester Miller, Reverend Jason McClendon, Pastor Sara Pugh Montgomery, Steve Daugherty, Rhonda Williams, Dr. John Dunaway, James Lewis, Reverend Payton Stone, and Dr. Henry Ficklin.  “It’s […]

    February 9, 2024 published by Chris Floore

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