Mayor Freddie L. Poindexter

10/31/2026

10/31/2026

It's a beautiful day in Macon, MS, and the children are enjoying it. There are four events going on today:

Treats on the Street downtown Macon
Youth Rodeo at the Arena
Halloween Food Festival in Mashulaville
Light Festival at Emmanuel Baptist Church

Get those children out of the house and let them enjoy.

10/30/2026

We’re living in very different times than when I celebrated Halloween as a child. I remember walking door to door just as the sun went down, calling “trick or treat” and having so much fun. Over the years, though, times have changed, and what once felt safe may not always feel that way today.

We at City Hall were delighted to welcome students from New Vision School and Earl Nash Elementary School as they toured the city with their Halloween bags. Many were dressed as friendly characters, and I enjoyed seeing everyone take part safely and in an organized way as they walked through town and visited local businesses. Thank you to everyone who helps coordinate this event each year.

10/30/2026

“12 for 12” was one of the most powerful and informative sessions I’ve ever attended! In just 12 minutes, Renae Sanders from United Way shared a wealth of knowledge about the organization’s mission and included how it helps sustain Boys & Girls Clubs. Her presentation inspired me to give $12 a month for 12 months to support our local United Way of the Golden Triangle and you should too! Thanks Craten Coleman for the invitation.

10/28/2026

When God blessed me with the opportunity to serve as Mayor of my hometown, I prayed that He would send us the people and resources we need to make our town a better place to live. Though the journey has had its challenges, He has continued to answer those prayers and provide what we need.

One project our Beautification Committee hoped to complete was refreshing the planters throughout town. After clearing them out, we were ready to replant, but first we needed soil.

Yesterday, I received a call from a local business, Penick Organics offering to donate soil for every planter in town, not just one. All we needed to do was pick it up. So I hopped into the Cadillac (yes, the Cadillac 😂), hitched up the trailer, and headed over. Mrs. Gina Penick McLean welcomed me with such kindness. After completing the paperwork, we now have a trailer full of soil and are ready to get planting.

If you’d like to lend a hand, join us downtown today at 6 PM to help fill the planters, starting at Conner’s Sweets. We’re deeply grateful to Penick Organics for supporting this City of Macon project. Thank you to everyone who believes in the vision for our city and county and continues to show up for our community. Together, we’re making Macon a more beautiful place to live.

10/28/2026

Today has been full of interesting events. I usually don’t book more than three things in one day, but my personal assistant, Laphilbia Smith, packed my schedule 🤣.

This morning, I got to spend a few hours volunteering at the NAACP Turkey & Greens giveaway. Hundreds of Noxubee County residents lined up for blood pressure screenings and turkeys. Several local leaders were there volunteering, including Mississippi State Representative Carl Mickens, Mayor Dr. Velma Hill Jenkins, and Judge Shirley Blakley. It was a great day. Thanks to President Deloria Stewart for allowing me to be a part of this event.

10/28/2026

Remaining Harvest Festival photos…

10/28/2026

Harvest Festival 2026 - 782 kids kicked off an unforgettable night! Last night was absolutely superb and truly blew our minds. At one point, we thought the line would never end! A huge thank you to the Noxubee County Board of Supervisors for providing the venue. Shoutout to DJ C-Trip for keeping the music going, and to the City of Macon Police Department and Noxubee County Sheriff’s Department for helping keep everyone safe. Our community showed up, our vendors showed up, and we had a magnificent time! Aisha, Laphilbia, LKS & Company, and I thank you all sooo much! Now it’s time to start planning our annual Community Christmas Gathering… Stay Tuned for info…

10/28/2026

Over 700 kids! This is amazing Noxubee County! 🙂

10/27/2026

Harvest Fest 2026