
2024 Preview – Part 4: More parking downtown, looming bus fare hike, Bicentennial finale, rising sewer rates
This is the last in The Macon Newsroom's 4-part series that previews 20 things to look for in 2024

MWA ends up dry in contest, but still may have best tasting water
Macon Water Authority was selected for having Georgia’s Best Tasting Drinking Water, but missed the international competition
Dominican Republic water access is continued focus of Mercer engineering program
The Mercer on Mission trip continues the legacy of Dr. Mike MacCarthy

Macon-Bibb enacting new water safety measures for Amerson River Park
New rules prohibit unaccompanied children from entering river and can result in fine of up to $500 fine for violations, no life jackets
MWA chairman seeks advice from DA, judge over alleged board misconduct
Ron Shipman named interim executive director candidate of Macon Water Authority and would be first minority to hold role

5 qualify for Macon Water Authority, including man who vacated the seat
Special election on Nov. 8 is to fill the unexpired term of Desmond Brown who wants to regain seat after failed run for MWA chairman

South Bibb neighbors will have to sell some land for flooding fix
Macon Water Authority to meet with property owners and hold stormwater credit workshop for businesses