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Macon-Bibb’s 2027 budget proposal anticipates no tax rate increase, boosts public safety spending
Mayor Lester Miller wants more money for public safety in his proposed 2027 fiscal year budget.
MGA confers first honorary degrees to longtime Middle Ga. leaders
Robert Hatcher and Larry Walker received the university's first honorary degrees for their deeds in the community.
Don’t call them lazy: Macon’s top grads challenge stereotypes, offer advice
Valedictorians from across Macon shared their thoughts as they get ready to graduate.
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.
The Riff News Quiz for May 4-8, 2026
Test your knowledge of The Melody's newsletter with our weekly quiz.
Officials warn of ‘growing’ home title fraud
A Macon-Bibb County Planning & Zoning Commission sign led to the discovery that Marcus Lucas was a victim of home title fraud as someone filed a limited warranty deed in Bibb County Superior Court claiming Lucas transferred his 2.3-acre property to a Florida corporation for $10 in October.
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.
Macon-Bibb outsources homeless encampment cleanup to private company
Maximum cost set for Bibb jail work, outsourcing work to clear homeless encampments and a planned public-private partnership to enhance Lake Tobo among Macon-Bibb Commission business.
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.
Macon-Bibb’s 2027 budget proposal anticipates no tax rate increase, boosts public safety spending
Mayor Lester Miller wants more money for public safety in his proposed 2027 fiscal year budget.
MGA confers first honorary degrees to longtime Middle Ga. leaders
Robert Hatcher and Larry Walker received the university's first honorary degrees for their deeds in the community.
Don’t call them lazy: Macon’s top grads challenge stereotypes, offer advice
Valedictorians from across Macon shared their thoughts as they get ready to graduate.
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.
The Riff News Quiz for May 4-8, 2026
Test your knowledge of The Melody's newsletter with our weekly quiz.
Officials warn of ‘growing’ home title fraud
A Macon-Bibb County Planning & Zoning Commission sign led to the discovery that Marcus Lucas was a victim of home title fraud as someone filed a limited warranty deed in Bibb County Superior Court claiming Lucas transferred his 2.3-acre property to a Florida corporation for $10 in October.
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.
Macon-Bibb outsources homeless encampment cleanup to private company
Maximum cost set for Bibb jail work, outsourcing work to clear homeless encampments and a planned public-private partnership to enhance Lake Tobo among Macon-Bibb Commission business.
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.