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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Take action and be part of the green revolution!
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 22, 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 […]
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Amerson River Park partially reopens after flooding
Amerson River Park is partially reopened after being closed due to flooding from the Ocmulgee River. Some sections of trail and the boat launch and takeout are still closed due to a layer of slick mud and sand. Those will be cleaned the next several days. Please do not go past any barriers. The Ocmulgee […]
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Increasing safety at Amerson River Park with river markers
The Parks and Beautification Department teamed up with the Fire Department to make Amerson River Park a safer place for recreational activities. On Wednesday, the departments started adding markers along the Ocmulgee River. “These markers will serve as reference points for emergency responders,” said Parks and Beautification Director Michael Glisson. “We want to do whatever […]