La Bella Morelia

Riya Patel|November 10, 2022

This video explores the story of La Bella Morelia.

Murphy Center Student Work

A vacant home in Pleasant Hill exemplifies the persistent problem of blight in Macon neighborhoods.

How Heirs’ Property is Affecting Blight in Macon

Ulysses Colbert’s house at 2269 Anthony Terrace in Macon on March 14, 2024. Colbert had rented out this house, but after losing out on thousands of dollars in rent, and now having to go clean up the mess left by the previous tenant, is reconsidering being a landlord.

“I might just let it sit vacant:” How Code Enforcement impacts property owners in Macon-Bibb

Garrett Thomson and Cecilia Williams examine a pile of illegally dumped tires following a volunteer event at the dump site where the tires were unearthed in preparation for removal.

As illegal dumping continues in Macon, why aren’t people using free resources?

Illegal dumping sign sits beside a trash pile up in 2024.

The Journey to Alleviating Illegal Dumping

1195 Lawton Avenue after repairs were made and violations were fixed by the owner.

From Blight to Not: A Success Story

Engagement Projects
How Heirs’ Property is Affecting Blight in Macon
Engagement Projects
“I might just let it sit vacant:” How Code Enforcement impacts property owners in Macon-Bibb
Engagement Projects
As illegal dumping continues in Macon, why aren’t people using free resources?
Audio Stories
The Journey to Alleviating Illegal Dumping
Engagement Projects
From Blight to Not: A Success Story
Engagement Projects
The Dilemma: Landlord-Tenant Issues In Macon-Bibb County
Engagement Projects
Illegal dumping: Its Punishments and How it is Affecting the Community
Engagement Projects
Endure Blight or Take Flight? A Community’s Persistent Battle with the Issue
Community
What to know about Macon’s beloved Cherry Blossoms
Murphy Center Student Work
Unlocking Literacy: A Collaborative Approach to Empowering Youth Through Reading

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