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A new automated traffic camera outside Rutland Middle School on Skipper Road in South Bibb County.

New automated traffic cameras catch thousands speeding in Bibb school zones

Laura Corley, Civic Journalism Fellow
June 27, 2022
Macon Mayor Lester Miller announced in September that Macon Mall owner Hull Property Group announced plans to donate property to Macon-Bibb County.

Macon-Bibb OKs $40 million in bonds for mall work

Commissioners endorse up to $4 million for food bank renovation, approve new energy loan program, contract work for homeless center, fund convenience center construction
Liz Fabian, Civic Journalism Senior Fellow
November 10, 2021
CCJ Top Takeaways: Macon-Bibb commission meeting

CCJ Top Takeaways: Macon-Bibb commission meeting

New trash contract, fire training center, sale to Quik Trip, Centreplex alarm upgrade and business licensing changes.
Liz Fabian, Civic Journalism Senior Fellow
October 20, 2021
Pawn Shop owner Howard Reed urges Macon-Bibb Commissioners to vote against 90-day moratorium on licensing new shops.

Pawn Shop owners protest Macon-Bibb licensing moratorium

Macon-Bibb Commission also approves online government meetings due to COVID-19, but Mayor Miller opts for in-person
September 8, 2021
Woda Cooper developers want to build Hawthorne Commons low-income housing in the old Virgil Powers Elementary School. They are asking for more than a half-million dollars in loans from Macon-Bibb County and the Urban Development Authority.

Commissioners approve$426K for low-income housing, fund safety improvements

Liz Fabian, Civic Journalism Senior Fellow
May 11, 2021
Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller puts items approved by a majority of commissioners in a consent agenda that is usually approved in bulk at the evening meeting the following Tuesday.

Renaming Government Center, steps to close landfill and enhance Pleasant Hill park go before Macon-Bibb Commissioners

Liz Fabian, Civic Journalism Senior Fellow
April 19, 2021
Late fees waived for business license renewal, litter cams considered

Late fees waived for business license renewal, litter cams considered

Liz Fabian, Civic Journalism Fellow
April 7, 2021
Macon-Bibb takes steps to curb litter, speeders and recoup business fees

Macon-Bibb takes steps to curb litter, speeders and recoup business fees

Liz Fabian, Civic Reporting Senior Fellow
March 24, 2021
New trash fees, changes to alcohol licensing and jail issues debated

New trash fees, changes to alcohol licensing and jail issues debated

Liz Fabian, Civic Reporting Senior Fellow
March 9, 2021
Macon-Bibb County Commissioner Elaine Lucas requested more time to consider the alcohol license for Discount Zone at 2031 Shurling Drive.

Macon-Bibb “over-populated with alcohol,” commissioner says

February 9, 2021
Until the end of the year, licensed vendors will get a reduced rate to set up shop on Macon-Bibb County public sidewalks to help people make money during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 street vendor policy goes into effect in Macon-Bibb

Liz Fabian, Civic Reporting Senior Fellow
September 17, 2020
Earlier this month, Macon-Bibb County Commissioners denied an alcohol license for Friends Food Mart at 3350 Houston Ave. due to safety concerns. Commissioners are now considering a moratorium on licenses in the 31204, 31206 and 31211 zip codes.

Public input sought as Macon poised to curb alcohol licenses

Liz Fabian, Civic Reporting Senior Fellow
February 25, 2020
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