106 businesses in zip 30204 had fewer than five employees in 2017

Goodwill of Middle Georgia will host its Spring Job Fair in Macon on April 16. The free event connects job seekers with local employers across multiple industries as well as career resources.

Nearly 800 people took part in March workshops organized by Macon-Bibb’s Office of Small Business Affairs. Events included procurement training sessions and a Women’s History Month panel focused on supporting local entrepreneurs.

The Otis Redding Center for the Arts celebrates its first anniversary this month after serving over 1,000 students. Karla Redding-Andrews says her father’s legacy lives on through expanded access to music education. Local organizations such as the Macon County Chamber of Commerce support these efforts through community engagement.