MACON, Ga. — Macon is getting a new color scheme downtown.
From Nov. 4 until Nov. 11, Macon-Bibb County is participating in Operation Green Light for Veterans. For the entire duration, city hall, the Bibb County courthouse dome, the Mercer University Drive bridge and several other Macon landmarks will be lit green to raise awareness for veterans’ struggles across America.
“As a veteran of the U.S. Navy, it’s great to see our crews and partners jumping on this effort to make a highly visible show of support for our service,” County Manager Dr. Keith Moffett said. “This is a community that supports its veterans throughout the year, but this week is extra special as it leads up to a weekend of recognition and appreciation events.”
Citizens and businesses are also encouraged to join in the light show by changing one lightbulb inside their business or home and replacing it with a green light.
Counties and residents across the country are sharing their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.
“I hope people across our community will join us this week to light our community green, and that our veterans are able to drive around to see how much their service means to us,” Mayor Lester Miller said.
Beginning Saturday, November 9, the International Cherry Blossom will begin hosting its expanding weekend celebrating veterans. There’s a 5K race on Nov. 9, the annual Veterans Day Parade in Downtown on Nov. 10, and the Veterans Day Golf Tournament on Nov. 11.