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The old Handy Andy store was torn down recently after Macon-Bibb Planning & Zoning denied the demolition in September.

P&Z denied Forsyth St. store demolition, so why is it gone?

The Summit Group sought to demolish the Handy Andy at the corner of Monroe Street to make room for new store
Liz Fabian, Civic Journalism Senior Fellow
November 22, 2022
The Summit Group wants to tear down this 1956 Handy Andy store and build a new convenience store at Forsyth and Monroe streets.

Forsyth Street convenience store plans get another chance at P&Z

Macon-Bibb Planning & Zoning had health concerns about fuel center, and potential to cut through to Monroe Street
Liz Fabian, Civic Journalism Senior Fellow
July 26, 2022
The Longleaf Distilling Company will be built inside the old If It's Paper location at 664 Second Street.

P&Z approves new downtown distillery, group home for young adults

Commissioners also agree to rehear an application for a convenience store with fuel sales on Shurling Drive
Liz Fabian, Civic Journalism Senior Fellow
March 1, 2022
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