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Your Macon-Bibb Comms Team previews what’s ahead with the new Macon It podcast, an in-depth and behind the scenes look into your consolidated government, its partners, and the projects they’re working on together.
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The Past Shapes Our Future: Keeping Macon's Story Alive (opens the original)
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In this episode of Macon It, we sit down with Emily Hopkins, Executive Director of Historic Macon, to explore how preserving historic homes and buildings helps preserve the stories of our community. Emily shares Historic Macon's mission to revitalize neighborhoods by protecting the places that make Macon unique and explains why preservation is about more than architecture, it's about people, culture, and community. We also celebrate the 50th anniversary of Historic Macon's legendary Fall Flea Ma
Where Community Takes the Stage (opens the original)
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In this episode of Macon It, we sit down with Julia Morrison, Executive Director of the Piedmont Grand Opera House and the Robins Financial Capitol Theatre at Mercer University, to talk about the role the performing arts play in building a vibrant community. Julia shares how these historic venues are creating welcoming spaces where everyone can experience the arts, whether it's your first show or your hundredth. We discuss why taking a chance on a performance you've never considered can lead to
Strengthening Mind, Body & Community Through Recreational Programs (opens the original)
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In this episode of Macon It, we sit down with Natalie Allen, Recreation Programmer for Macon-Bibb County, to learn about the person behind many of the programs that bring our community together. From summer camps and after-school programs to Movies in the Park, adaptive recreation, fitness classes, and special events, Natalie helps create opportunities for people of all ages to connect, learn, and have fun. We talk about the impact recreation has on building stronger neighborhoods, creating life
Macon’s Future Is in the Classroom (opens the original)
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In this episode of Macon It, we sit down with Bibb County School District Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims as students head back to the classroom for a new school year. We talk about his journey to Macon, the first week of school, and what drives his passion for making sure every child has the opportunity to succeed. Dr. Sims also shares why educating the next generation goes far beyond the classroom. From teachers and families to businesses, organizations, and neighbors, it takes an entire community
The Vision Behind the New Macon Arena (opens the original)
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This special edition of Macon It, hosted by Chris Floore, takes you behind the scenes of one of the biggest projects in Macon-Bibb's history, the new Macon Arena. Chris is joined by Will Christenbury of MFA Project Management and David Aiello of OVG to explore the vision and intentional design behind the arena as the community looks ahead to its groundbreaking. From architecture inspired by the Ocmulgee River and Macon's musical legacy to fan experience, flexibility, and community gathering spac
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