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From Vision to Action: Ocmulgee Corridor Strategic Plan Sets the Path Forward Community NewsEconomic Development

From Vision to Action: Ocmulgee Corridor Strategic Plan Sets the Path Forward

After a year of collaboration, listening, and shared work across Central Georgia, the Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative (ONPPI) has released the Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Corridor Strategic Plan. This milestone reflects more than progress toward national park designation for Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. It represents a growing regional alignment around what comes next and how we…
April 23, 2026
Metro Macon Reports February Growth in Labor Force and Employment Community NewsFeaturedWorkforce

Metro Macon Reports February Growth in Labor Force and Employment

The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that the five-county Macon Metropolitan Statistical Area recorded month-over-month growth of its labor force and an unemployment rate of 4.2%, remaining unchanged over the month. A year ago, the rate was 4.0%. “Georgia’s latest labor market data shows continued growth in both the labor force and employment as more Georgians are working and…
April 23, 2026
Macon–Middle Georgia Black Pages Marks 35 Years — Final Print Issue + Digital Expansion Community News

Macon–Middle Georgia Black Pages Marks 35 Years — Final Print Issue + Digital Expansion

After 35 years of continuous publication, the Macon–Middle Georgia Black Pages has announced its 2026–2027 Commemorative Edition — the final print issue before transitioning fully to digital in 2027. Advertising placements close May 21, and a publication celebration event is scheduled for mid-June to officially unveil the historic final edition. Since its founding, the Black Pages has served as a consistent…
April 22, 2026
Georgia Labor Force and Employment Hit Record Highs WorkforceCommunity News

Georgia Labor Force and Employment Hit Record Highs

The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) announced today that in February Georgia’s labor force and employment rose to all-time highs of 5.45 million and 5.25 million, respectively. The February unemployment rate was 3.6%, which is 0.8 percentage point lower than the national unemployment rate and 0.2 percentage point higher than Georgia’s rate one year ago. “Georgia continues to set record…
April 22, 2026
SHE WILL Campaign Chair, Ruth Knox, Leads $2M Family Commitment to Provide Academic & Athletic Opportunities to Wesleyan College Students Community News

SHE WILL Campaign Chair, Ruth Knox, Leads $2M Family Commitment to Provide Academic & Athletic Opportunities to Wesleyan College Students

Wesleyan College President Emerita and SHE WILL campaign chair Ruth Knox ’75, together with her family and the foundation established by her parents, has made a $1 million gift to support the Porter Gymnasium project. In addition, Ruth and her family have committed another $1 million toward capital improvements as well as scholarships and other campaign initiatives that enhance opportunities…
April 22, 2026
Blue Bird Appoints Senior Vice President of Engineering Community News

Blue Bird Appoints Senior Vice President of Engineering

Blue Bird Corporation (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, has announced the appointment of Lyndon Lie as senior vice president of engineering. In this role, Lie will oversee all engineering functions across Blue Bird’s platforms to support the company’s long-term growth strategy. Lie will be responsible for leading product development, platform engineering, innovation and execution. He…
April 22, 2026
Middle Georgia State University To Award First Honorary Doctorates To Robert Hatcher, Sr. & Larry Walker, Jr. Community News

Middle Georgia State University To Award First Honorary Doctorates To Robert Hatcher, Sr. & Larry Walker, Jr.

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) will award its first-ever honorary doctorates this spring, recognizing two public service giants whose careers have made a lasting impact on the institution.  MGA will confer the Honorary Doctor of Public Administration degree upon Larry Walker, Jr. of Perry, the former majority leader of the Georgia House of Representatives, and Robert F. Hatcher, Sr. of Macon, a prominent banking executive and key figure in educational and economic…
April 22, 2026
Middle Georgia State University Launches “Path To Knighthood” Initiative Community NewsWorkforce

Middle Georgia State University Launches “Path To Knighthood” Initiative

Macon, GA MGA students at a lab session. Image: Matt Odom Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is launching a more efficient, student‑centered approach to degree completion designed to reduce unnecessary barriers, streamline the academic journey, and make college more affordable. The new initiative, “The Path to Knighthood,” enhances the student experience by improving the systems and supports that help learners maintain momentum…
April 22, 2026
How the Otis Redding Center for the Arts is Already Making A Difference One Year In Community News

How the Otis Redding Center for the Arts is Already Making A Difference One Year In

The Otis Redding Foundation invites the public to the center on Sat. April 11 to celebrate a year of music, education and growth at its downtown facility. MACON, Ga. — The Otis Redding Center for the Arts is marking a major milestone — one year since opening its doors in downtown Macon. The center officially opened in March 2025 on Cotton Avenue…
April 7, 2026