MGA expands reach, boosts enrollment as ‘cliff’ nears
The public university enrolled a total of 8,828 students — across its several central Georgia campuses, including its main one in Macon — up from 8,409 students from last year
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Bibb school board postpones $914K budget change
The board held off on codifying the budget changes amid increased financial scrutiny demanded by the state superintendent.
PSC hopeful criticizes rate hikes, touts energy reform in Macon stop
Early voting for the statewide Public Service Commission seats started Oct. 14.
Committee pushes for special 1% education sales tax
Voters have a chance this Election Day to decide whether the Bibb County School District will collect a $250 million sales tax.
Maconites get new smoke alarms, fire safety tips
The fire department partnered with the American Red Cross to knock on about a hundred doors in Macon’s Bellevue neighborhood Oct. 9.
Nichiha closes one Macon plant, will lay off employees
The factory's Plant 1 facility will be closed down in 60 days. The company’s second plant will remain open.
Guitar-shaped terminal takes flight at Middle Georgia Regional Airport
The terminal, operated by full-service fixed-base operator HighNote Aviation, will be two stories tall and include 214,000 square feet of space. The building, which will anchor the county-owned airport’s fueling and maintenance services, will include a lounge and restaurant.
Ocmulgee park planners push forward despite shutdown
Officials from the Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Intiative heard feedback on their strategic plan Wednesday afternoon.
Bibb schools push attendance as absenteeism exceeds state average
The district celebrated Attendance Awareness Week, with schools dressing up and welcoming special guests.
Macon private schools lead in Promise Scholarship funding statewide
Data collected from the Georgia Education Savings Authority by the Georgia Recorder and The Current reveal top recipients of Promise Scholarship funds.