Macon-Bibb County

In December, the Macon-Bibb County Commission approved voter-approved Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) funds for Federal Signal Corporation to upgrade the entire tornado and severe weather siren system based on the Emergency Management Agency’s recommendation. The 50-foot tall concrete poles for the new sirens have started to arrive. On Wednesday, April 22, seven […]

If you couldn’t make it to this year’s State of the Community, you can now catch it anytime. The latest episode of Macon It features the full State of the Community address from Mayor Lester Miller, delivered during the annual event hosted by the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce at the Macon City Auditorium. Hundreds […]

Andrea Cooke was officially sworn in on Monday, April 20, during a ceremony surrounded by family, friends, and community members. She now represents District 5 following the vacancy left earlier this year by former Commissioner Seth Clark. “I am incredibly honored and deeply grateful to have been elected to serve District 5. This moment is […]

The Tubman African American Museum is inviting the community to celebrate culture, creativity, and connection during the Pan African Festival of Georgia, a two-day event highlighting African heritage and traditions. The festival will take place Thursday, April 23, through Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Henderson Stadium (2172 Anthony Road). This family-friendly event will bring people […]

If there’s one thread that goes through every discussion at the monthly Men’s Mental Health Meet-up, it’s “You are something to someone.” It doesn’t matter the topic nor who attends, the men spend that hour and a half uplifting each other, listening to their stories, and providing a level of support they say they can’t find […]

The first Picnic in the Park of the year is happening this Saturday, April 18, at Carolyn Crayton Park (150 Willie Smokie Glover Drive). Hosted by the Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department, the Food Truck Festival will take place from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., bringing a variety of local food vendors and family-friendly fun to […]

On Tuesday, April 14, hundreds of community leaders and residents gathered at the Macon City Auditorium for the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 State of the Community. Before the program began, attendees had the chance to connect and enjoy food from a variety of local Macon restaurants, highlighting the small businesses that help make […]

The Emergency Management Agency (EMA) will hold an Open House at its Emergency Operations Center (EOC) next to City Hall during Downtown Macon’s First Friday festivities on Friday, May 1, from 5:00-7:00 p.m.  People will have a chance to tour the EOC, also known as “the bunker,” where they’ll learn about its history, see how operations function during […]

On Saturday, April 25, a new community event will bring people together to raise awareness, promote inclusion, and celebrate individuals and families impacted by autism. “Shining Together for Autism Awareness” is designed to create a positive and supportive space where people can learn more about autism, connect with others, and show unity across the community. […]

On Thursday, April 16, Macon-Bibb County, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, and Warren Associates, Inc. officially demolished the James F. Higgins Memorial Building at 651 Hazel Street. Before demolition began, Mayor Lester Miller and Sheriff David Davis each took a ceremonial swing at the building using a golden sledgehammer, marking the start of the project. […]