Bibb schools weigh tough choices as $23M deficit looms
The Bibb County School District will have to figure out what it will do with property taxes, state mandates and consultants findings as it votes on an initial budget.
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County planners seek public input in comprehensive plan update
The comprehensive plan, required by state law and updated every five years, guides and forecasts several topics integral to county development, including transportation, economic development, housing, land use and quality of life.
Bibb County Schools to explore VIP Academy closure
The Bibb County School District's virtual academy has faced declining enrollment following its opening after the COVID-19 pandemic. Community meetings to discuss a potential move will be held later this month.
New legislation leaves fate of school zone cameras unclear
At the end of its session, the General Assembly passed House Bill 651, which requires local governments to get the permission of voters in order to keep the controversial school zone speed cameras in their communities. Existing cameras would continue to operate until contracts with the private vendors that run them come up for renewal.
Judge may review school settlement in Melody open records case in camera
The Macon Melody and Bibb County School District attended a court hearing Wednesday afternoon.
Bibb County’s fleet of electric school buses promises cleaner rides
The new buses were formally unveiled Thursday.
Bibb County School District once again considers shuffling students
At a town hall meeting organized Monday by the district, three dozen or so people — including elected officials, school board candidates, teachers and the mayor — listened to rezoning proposals and gave their input.
Initial rezoning options would balance enrollment, repurpose L.H. Williams elementary
The Bibb County Board of Education also extended $2,000 bonuses to qualifying full-time employees.
Loaves & Fishes offers a sanctuary of support
As part of a new series on nonprofit organizations making major contributions to the quality of life in Macon-Bibb County, The Macon Melody spoke with the executive director of Loaves & Fishes Ministry of Macon.
Cooke wins District 5 commission seat, turnout remains low
Cooke received 70.4% of votes while Edward Foster received 29.6%.