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Georgia-Based Unified Legacy to Create 500 New Jobs in Macon-Bibb County Economic DevelopmentFeaturedWorkforce

Georgia-Based Unified Legacy to Create 500 New Jobs in Macon-Bibb County

Governor Brian P. Kemp recently announced that Unified Legacy, a Georgia-based precision metal fabrication and manufacturing company, is expanding its existing footprint in Macon-Bibb County. The company will invest $125 million in a new manufacturing facility in Macon, creating 500 new jobs over the next several years in Bibb County. “Georgia’s manufacturing sector continues to grow because companies like Unified…
May 27, 2026
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
MBCIA Celebrates Year-End Success and Announces New Advanced Manufacturing Pathway Economic DevelopmentCommunity News

MBCIA Celebrates Year-End Success and Announces New Advanced Manufacturing Pathway

Annual Holiday Mixer highlights collaboration with local schools and industries to strengthen Macon-Bibb’s future workforce.   The Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA) hosted its annual Holiday Mixer on Wednesday afternoon at The Overlook on First, celebrating the successes of the past year and the exciting developments ahead. As part of the event, MBCIA hosted a special signing ceremony celebrating the…
December 18, 2025
Atrium Health Navicent Surpasses $435 Million in Capital Investments, Accelerating Toward $1 Billion Commitment Economic DevelopmentCommunity News

Atrium Health Navicent Surpasses $435 Million in Capital Investments, Accelerating Toward $1 Billion Commitment

Since joining Atrium Health in 2019, Atrium Health Navicent has made bold strides in transforming health care across central Georgia allocating $435 million in capital investments. This investment delivers on our commitment to modernize care, expand access, and strengthen infrastructure – especially in rural communities. These strategic investments reflect a deep commitment to the region and include: $98 million for…
November 10, 2025
Macon-Bibb County Named a “Top 10 Metro City” in Top Economic Development Publication AwardsEconomic Development

Macon-Bibb County Named a “Top 10 Metro City” in Top Economic Development Publication

March 3, 2025 – The Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA) celebrates Macon-Bibb’s recent designation as one of Site Selection Magazine’s “Top 10 Metro Cities.” The ranking celebrates Macon’s quality of work and economic accomplishments that attract new business investment and create value for industries in the area. Economic accomplishments include the recently announced expansions of First Quality Baby Products and…
April 28, 2025
Sheridan Construction Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New LaGrange Office AwardsCommunity NewsEconomic Development

Sheridan Construction Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New LaGrange Office

Friday, February 7th, 2025 Sheridan Construction proudly announces the grand opening of its new office located at 1886 Lukken Industrial Dr. W. in LaGrange. The LaGrange-Troup County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday to mark this significant milestone. Sheridan Construction, an employee-owned company with a rich history spanning 77 years in Georgia, has been serving the LaGrange…
February 7, 2025
Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce Hosts Annual Awards Ceremony Celebrating Businesses and Community Leaders AwardsChamber NewsEconomic DevelopmentProgramsWorkforce

Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce Hosts Annual Awards Ceremony Celebrating Businesses and Community Leaders

The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated individuals, businesses, and organizations whose remarkable contributions have strengthened the Macon-Bibb business community and showcased exemplary engagement with the Chamber at its annual awards ceremony on Thursday, November 21, at 3 p.m., at Fall Line Station.  The ceremony also featured Greater Macon Chamber President and CEO Jessica Walden's annual “State of the…
November 22, 2024
Join Atrium Health Navicent in Raising Awareness About Breast Cancer Community NewsEconomic Development

Join Atrium Health Navicent in Raising Awareness About Breast Cancer

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and doctors at Atrium Health Navicent Peyton Anderson Cancer Center invite the community to help raise awareness about breast cancer by encouraging screening for early detection and treatment. Accounting for about 30 percent of all new female cancers each year, breast cancer is the second most common cancer among American women. With an…
October 8, 2024
Bibb County School District Receives the Economic Development Partnership (EDP) Designation AwardsCommunity NewsEconomic DevelopmentPartnershipsWorkforce

Bibb County School District Receives the Economic Development Partnership (EDP) Designation

The Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA) recognizes the Bibb County School District for earning the Economic Development Partnership (EDP) Designation. After three rounds of interviews and multiple document submissions, the Bibb County School District was awarded the EDP Designation in June.  Dr. Cassandra Washington serves as Executive Director of CTAE at W.S. Hutchings College and Career Academy as well as Board…
August 12, 2024
Leadership Macon Class of 2022 and Tubman Museum Held Ribbon Cutting for Updated Reading Rooms for Adult and Child Visitors Chamber NewsEconomic Development

Leadership Macon Class of 2022 and Tubman Museum Held Ribbon Cutting for Updated Reading Rooms for Adult and Child Visitors

The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Macon Class of 2022 and the Tubman African American Museum held a ribbon cutting for the updated Wimberly Institute Reading and Resource Rooms comprised of an adult reading lounge and new children’s reading room to the public on Thursday, May 25. The Tubman African American Museum is the largest facility of its kind…
June 2, 2023