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 podcast from the Office of Communications.
The Past Shapes Our Future: Keeping Macon's Story Alive
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 Market, taking place October 2-4. Emily gives us a behind-the-scenes look at one of Macon's favorite traditions, where every purchase supports Historic Macon's preservation work and helps ensure our city's history continues to thrive for generations to come.
8 Sept 2026
Where Community Takes the Stage
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 unforgettable experiences, and she gives us a preview of the exciting lineup of concerts, Broadway productions, Cirque performances, family shows, and more coming to Macon's stages.
Whether you're a lifelong theatergoer or someone who's never stepped foot in a space for the arts this episode might just inspire you to try something new.https://www.thegrandmacon.com/
25 Aug 2026
Strengthening Mind, Body & Community Through Recreational Programs
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 lifelong memories, and ensuring everyone has a place to belong. Whether you're looking for your child's next adventure or a new way to get involved in the community, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Macon-Bibb Recreation is enriching lives every day.
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Lester Miller
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