🌱 Parts Of Telfair Street Closed + Reviewing Macon-Bibb Speed Limits

Hey, friends. It's Thursday in Macon and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Mostly cloudy with a t-storm. High: 85 Low: 66.
• Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 77 Low: 53.

Are you a business owner or marketer in Macon who wants to build awareness, connect with customers and increase sales? If that's you, then I invite you to see how our newsletter sponsorships combine our local audience reach with your expertise to attract new customers. Click here to learn more.

Here are the top three stories in Macon today:

1. On Apr. 3, the Macon Water Authority began its month-long construction project to close the sinkhole, caused by "extensive rainfall," and repair damages to the stormwater system in downtown Macon. Parts of Telfair Street will be closed to install a new bypass system that crosses Telfair Street. Drivers can take Hazel Street north and Ash Street to the South as a detour while Telfair Street is closed. (13WMAZ.com)
2. On Apr. 4, Macon-Bibb commissioners voted to review the speed limits on Macon-Bibb roads due to the high number of pedestrians that have been hit. Commissioners also voted on a resolution in which the Pedestrian Safety Review Board (PSRB) and the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will work together to promote safer conditions. Five major pedestrian accident hotspots have already been identified, including the intersection of Highway 41 and Elle Street, Forsyth Street, Holt Avenue, and Plum Street Lane. (wgxa.tv)
3. Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful is selling Yoshino Cherry Trees for a discounted price of $15 today, Apr. 6. The cherry trees will be on sale for community members until 4:00 p.m. at 327 Lower Poplar Street near Carolyn Crayton Park. (13WMAZ.com)

From our sponsor:

Today’s Macon Patch newsletter is brought to you in part by T-Mobile. T-Mobile has invested billions to light up their best network ever, covering 99% of people in America with LTE, which helps to keep communities like ours informed and connected. We thank T-Mobile for their support and for making today’s Macon Patch newsletter possible.

Today and tomorrow in Macon:

Thursday, April 6

• Laughs At The Mac - Season One At Macon Arts Center (8:00 PM)

Friday, April 7

• Downtown Macon Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt At 555 Poplar Street (5:30 PM)
• April First Friday At Downtown Macon (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office released a surveillance video showing a person of interest in connection to a fatal shooting in Macon. On Sep. 15, 2022, 23-year-old Jermaine Reynolds was shot to death at the intersection of Denton Street and Haywood Road. Investigators ask anyone with information on the person of interest to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME. (41 NBC News)
• With summer approaching, more people will be near or on the water at places including Ocmulgee Indian Mounds and Amerson River Park in Macon. These are also popular sites for alligators. View the link to see some tips on how to share the waters with wildlife reptiles. (wgxa.tv)
• On the hunt for a new place to live, or just interested in what's out there? Check out the latest homes for sale in the Macon area, including a three-bedroom on N. Beechwood Drive, for $239,900. (Macon Patch)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! I'll be back in your inbox soon with your next update.

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!