Macon It
Building an amphitheater. Opening the world’s largest indoor pickleball facility. Filling potholes. Eliminating blight. Filming movies. Mental health weekends. Opening parks. Hosting festivals. Rappelling down buildings. 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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Episodes
Episodes
Tuesday Nov 05, 2024
Tuesday Nov 05, 2024
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.
Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
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!
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
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.
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
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.
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
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. 🗳️
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
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.
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
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!
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
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.
Tuesday Aug 20, 2024
Tuesday Aug 20, 2024
The Macon Bibb County Industrial Authority does a lot of BIG things for our community, so big, they have to turn almost everything into an acronym! Since 2017, MBCIA has generated $2.3 billion in new private investment. Tune in as we talk to Stephen Adams, the Executive Director of MBCIA about top secrets projects, and how what they do is a lot like "dating" in the industry world.
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024
Director of Planning and Public Spaces and Urban Development Authority Executive Director Alex Morrison talks about the revitalization plan for the Macon Mall, updates on Rosa Parks Square, and MORE!