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Go behind the scenes of all the major stories, the government services, and the teamwork in Macon-Bibb with ’Macon It,’ a new podcast from the Office of Communications.
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This week we’re sitting down and getting to know Wesleyan College President Meaghan Blight. When she’s not running the first women’s only college in the world, President Blight is getting to know her students personally and working on ways to get them engaged in the community and beyond!
This episode’s guest takes care of business(es)! Jessica Walden is the President/CEO of Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce and has been working the last couple of years to create a unique and welcoming experience for all businesses in our community. Get to know Jessica and all the opportunities the Chamber provides in this week’s episode of Macon It!
Keeping Macon-Bibb County looking in great shape isn’t an easy job, but it’s one our Parks & Beautification Department loves to do! We sit down with P&B Director Michael Glisson to learn more about the work his team puts into our many parks and favorite green spaces.
October is pedestrian safety month, but our county is looking at keeping pedestrians and drivers safe all year round. Our Traffic Safety Manager, Weston Stroud, breaks down what measures we’re taking to make our roads safer. PLUS he gives us an exclusive look into new projects in the works!
Our recreation centers provide fun, education, and safe space for our community, something Robert Walker is proud of as the Director of Recreation. Get to know him and learn about what the Recreation Department is up to in this week’s episode of Macon It.
We want YOU to listen to our latest episode of Macon It! This week, we sit down with our very own County Manager Dr. Keith Moffett. This proud Maconite is the go-to for just about anything happening in our County! Get to know Dr. Moffett and learn about what a County Manager’s role is.
You can't turn on your tv, go for a drive, or get on the social media, without knowing that we are in election season! There’s a lot behind the scenes that goes into making sure your vote counts. We talk with Bibb County Board of Elections Supervisor Tom Gillon about what you need to know when it comes to voting in the upcoming election and the importance of getting out to vote. 🗳️
Blight, abandoned vehicles, illegal dumps, and MORE! We sit down with our Code Enforcement Department Director and Assistant Director to break down what our officers do to keep our community clean and safe.
Tune in as we chat with Macon-Bibb County Fire Chief Shane Edwards about the exciting developments in our local fire department. Discover what it means for Macon-Bibb County to be recognized as a Class One Fire Department and how this prestigious rating impacts our community. Chief Edwards also shares insights into the standout features that make our fire department truly exceptional. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes look at how the team is “Macon It” in the world of fire safety!
Heat waves, and tornadoes, and zombie apocalypses, OH MY! Be prepared for any emergency situation with Macon-Bibb County's Emergency Management Agency Director, Spencer Hawkins.
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