FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   City of Americus to Receive $1.7 Million for Downtown Streetscape Improvements Congressman Sanford Bishop to Present Funding on February 20   Americus, GA — The City of Americus will receive $1.7 million in FY26 Community Project Funding for downtown streetscape improvements. Congressman Sanford D. Bishop Jr.…

  Americus, GA January 26, 2026 — Downtown Americus will once again come alive with wine, chocolate, and community as the Women’s Wine & Chocolate Walk returns on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. This beloved event marks its ninth year, having first launched in 2018 as…

    Lenny’s Farmers Market Kicks Off Season on May 24th   AMERICUS, GA – April 28, 2025 – Lenny’s Farmers Market is excited to announce the opening day for the 2025 season on Saturday, May 24th, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Shoppers are invited to celebrate the start…

    City of Americus Promotes Revolving Loan Fund Program to Boost Local Economic Development   Americus, GA March 12, 2024 – The City of Americus is excited to share information about the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Program, a vital initiative aimed at fostering economic growth across the city. Funded…

    Americus, GA, March 7, 2024 – Lenny’s Farmers Market is excited to announce that it has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious Fresh from the Farm grant, a program initiated by Southwest Georgia Farm Credit. This grant, totaling $500, will not only enhance the market’s offerings…

    Americus, GA, February 1, 2024 – The Americus Main Street Board convened for its annual retreat Wednesday, January 31, 2024, joined by Main Street Committee Members and members of the Downtown Development Authority, to strategize and plan for the continued revitalization of downtown Americus. Facilitated by Emily Davenport,…

  First Friday Americus: “Downtown Tailgate & Bar Fight”   AMERICUS, GA – FIRST FRIDAY Event– On Friday, Sept. 1, Americus will hold its monthly “First Friday” downtown-wide open house. The theme for this month’s First Friday is “Downtown Tailgate!” Attendees will have the opportunity to sample “tailgate specials” from businesses…

First Friday Americus: “Multicultural May”   AMERICUS, GA (May 1, 2023) – On Friday, May 5, Americus will hold its monthly “First Friday” downtown-wide open house. The theme for this month’s First Friday is “Multicultural May”. Downtown Americus will highlight cultures from around the world, while merchants will offer discounts,…

First Friday Americus: “Downtown Goes Disney”   AMERICUS, GA (August 2, 2022) – On Friday, August 5th, Americus will hold its monthly “First Friday” downtown-wide open house and transform into the Most Magical Place on Earth! This month’s First Friday is “Downtown Goes Disney” and will be complete with Character…

AMERICUS, GA (May 3, 2022) – On Saturday, May 28, Downtown Americus will celebrate the opening of Lenny’s Farmers Market for the 2022 market season. The market will be open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon from May until November.   Local growers and vendors will provide fresh produce,…

AMERICUS, GA (May 3, 2022) – On Friday, May 6, Americus will hold its monthly “First Friday” downtown-wide open house. The theme for this month’s First Friday is “Multicultural May”. Downtown Americus will highlight cultures from around the world, while merchants will offer discounts, samples, giveaways, and more! Festivities begin…

AMERICUS, GA (April 1, 2022) – On Friday, April 1st, Americus will hold its monthly “First Friday” downtown-wide open house. The theme for this month’s First Friday is “Artsapalooza”. Downtown Americus will focus on the arts and its unique varieties, while merchants will offer discounts, samples, giveaways, and more! Festivities…