Coroner: Bibb County man identified after fatal work-related accident in Monroe County, investigation underway

According to Monroe County Coroner Joey Proctor, the man has been identified as 49-year-old Leon Simmons Junior.

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County man is dead after a work-related accident in Monroe County on Thursday afternoon, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. According to Monroe County Coroner Joey Proctor, the man has been identified as 49-year-old Leon Simmons Junior. Deputies were dispatched at 12 p.m. to Southern Forestry Industries Incorporated, located at 3794 Old…

New technology academy opens in Macon, preparing students for the workforce

The Bibb County School District and County officials celebrated a new extension of Hutchings College Thursday morning, the Innovation and Technology Academy.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new academy will soon give high school students a head start in growing industries, like Electric Vehicle Manufacturing, Robotics and AI/Cyber Security. The Bibb County School District and County officials celebrated a new extension of Hutchings College Thursday morning: the Innovation and Technology Academy. The academy is part of the school district’s Career, Technical and…

National Early Signing Day 2024 in Middle Georgia

Here is a recap of all the student athletes that signed their letter of intent to play collegiate football next season on Wednesday

MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – Wednesday marked the start of the national signing day period for high school football commitments around the country. In middle Georgia, there were a total of eleven players signing their letters of intent. In Houston County Wednesday morning, four boys from Highway 96 committed to their respective schools. First up, it was all-star four star…

Back above freezing tonight; chance showers early tomorrow

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A warm front passing through overnight will keep temperatures above freezing and an incoming cold front could spur on showers Thursday morning. This Evening and Overnight It’s been a sunny day around Middle Georgia but more high clouds will continue to fill in through the sunset hours, giving way to mostly cloudy skies tonight. Low temperatures…

UPDATE: Florida man charged in connection with May beating death in downtown Macon

A Florida man is in custody in Tennessee in connection with the death of Albert Kenneth Knight Jr. in May.

Adam Rosenthal (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (12/4/24):  A Florida man is in custody in Tennessee in connection with the death of Albert Kenneth Knight Jr. in May. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, the Giles County Sheriff’s Office in Pulaski, Tennessee contacted Bibb County investigators this week in reference to a person of interest who was…

City of Warner Robins shares holiday event schedule

Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick says the city is excited for a month of family-friendly activities during the holiday season. 

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins is sharing a lineup of holiday events for December. Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick says the city is excited for a month of family-friendly activities during the holiday season. The City of Warner Robins has released the following calendar: Tree Lighting Ceremony Date: Thursday, December 5th Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM…

Museum of Aviation Foundation looks ahead to annual Festival of Trees

President and CEO at the Museum of Aviation, Dan Rhoades, says there will be 30 trees on display for attendees to see. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Museum of Aviation Foundation is hosting the annual Festival of Trees. President and CEO at the Museum of Aviation, Dan Rhoades, says there will be 30 trees on display for attendees to see. The tree exhibit is on display from November to January and can be viewed with regular museum admission. The Festival of Trees…

UPDATE: Missing Twiggs County man found dead

Willie Williams was found dead Tuesday night, according to the Twiggs County Sheriff's Office.

Willie Williams (Photo: Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (12/4/24):  The Georgia Department of Public Safety has released new information regarding the death of Willie Williams. According to a news release, troopers were requested by the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office to investigate a single-vehicle crash with one fatality on Bullard Road on December 3. The investigation revealed that a Honda Civic was…

Holly Jolly Shoppe seeks donations for hospitalized children in Macon

Help brighten the holidays for children at Atrium Health Levine Children's Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  The Holly Jolly Shoppe is asking the community to help make time in the hospital a little more merry and bright for children. The Shoppe is accepting donations this month, for patients at the Atrium Health Levine Children’s Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital.  They’re accepting items for multiple age groups, from infants to teens. You can…

Piedmont Macon offers tips for grief during the holiday season, invites community to support groups

For those dealing with grief, Trawick recommends making a simple plan for the holidays. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon is reminding the community about grief support groups that are available during the holiday season and ahead of the new year. Grief Counselor, Franchetta Trawick, says that times are difficult when you’ve lost someone, but the holidays enhance those feelings. “In order to move forward  in the grief process, you have to be able…

Victim dies after being struck by forklift in Perry, OSHA investigating

At approximately 3:30 p.m. on December 3, the Perry Police and Fire Departments responded to the scene, where a commercial forklift had accidentally struck the victim.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– A construction accident on Tuesday afternoon, claimed the life of an individual near the entrance of Woodlands Boulevard and Highway 127, according to a news release from the Perry Police Department. At approximately 3:30 p.m. on December 3, the Perry Police and Fire Departments responded to the scene, where a commercial forklift had accidentally struck the victim….

Houston County Continues to Roll with Win Over Peach County 59-46

The Houston County Bears improve to 6-1 with a 59-46 win over the winless Peach County Trojans

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Bears picked up their sixth win of the season Tuesday at home over the Peach County Trojans 59-46, the Trojans first game of the season. Peach County hosts Perry Wednesday, while HoCo hosts Warner Robins Thursday. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: boys basketball, GHSA, GHSA basketball, Houston County, houston county bears,…

Boys Hoops: Southwest defeats Washington County 66-53

Southwest Patriots improve to 6-0 with a win over the winless Washington County Golden Hawks

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Southwest Patriots defeated the Washington County Golden Hawks at home Tuesday 66-53 to improve to 6-0 on the season. Golden Hawks fall to 0-2. Patriots host Worth County Saturday, while the Hawks host Hancock Central Friday. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bibb County, boys basketball, GHSA basketball, Macon, southwest patriots, Washington County Golden Hawks

Forsyth Main Street to host ‘Shop with a City Hero’, help provide gifts for local children

Forsyth Main Street Manager, Kemie Childs, says Forsyth Main Street is working with the City of Forsyth and C.A.R.E. Cottage for their annual fundraiser. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Forsyth Main Street is hosting ‘Shop with a City Hero’ to help provide local children with gifts for Christmas. Forsyth Main Street Manager, Kemie Childs, says Forsyth Main Street is working with the City of Forsyth and C.A.R.E. Cottage for the annual fundraiser. Childs say last year they raised nearly $10,000 and this year the goal…

Middle Georgians should drip their faucets overnight

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures overnight are expected to plunge into the low to mid 20s. This Evening and Overnight What has been a chilly afternoon will give way to a frigid night as temperatures will drop below freezing ahead of midnight. Actual lows by tomorrow morning will be in the low to mid 20s. Plumbing insulation in most of…

Search continues for missing 21-year-old in Middle Georgia

Law enforcement in Middle Georgia is searching for 21-year-old Skylar Black, who Houston County deputies say was last seen walking along Highway 49 in Macon County on Sunday.

The Houston County Sheriff’s Office (left) and Montezuma Police Department (right) have both shared flyers for Skylar Black, who’s been missing since the weekend.MACON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Law enforcement in Middle Georgia is searching for 21-year-old Skylar Black, who Houston County deputies say was last seen walking along Highway 49 in Macon County on Sunday. According to a Houston…

Macon Area Habitat for Humanity kicks off 2024 Light More Homes Christmas fundraiser

Donations will help Macon Area Habitat for Humanity and local sponsors build homes for low-income families in Macon-Bibb and Jones counties and help provide relief to victims of Hurricane Helene.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Area Habitat for Humanity started its 17th annual Light More Homes Christmas celebration on Tuesday. QR codes are featuring among the display in Mercer Village and Stadium Drive, which visitors can use to scan and donate. “I hope people will be sure to look for those opportunities around the light display,” said…

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Georgia serving more families

Assistant Director of Development Bethany Ainsworth said compared to last year, through the end of November 2024 they have served 330 families, that's over 500 individuals.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Georgia has seen a rise in the number of families they serve. Assistant Director of Development Bethany Ainsworth said compared to last year, through the end of November 2024 they have served 330 families, that’s over 500 individuals. On average each family stayed with them for an average of…

Man arrested for attempted burglary with axe at Family Dollar in Macon

The suspect is identified as 57-year-old Elvis Lester Hill.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested in connection with an attempted burglary of a commercial business on Tuesday, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The incident happened at 12:21 a.m. on December 3. Investigators were on patrol within the 2500 block of Houston Avenue and overheard suspicious noises coming from the back of Family Dollar, located at…

Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores November 25-29

This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week’s Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, November 25 and Friday, November 29, 2024. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100…

Mercer Prepares for Third Playoff Game in Program History

The Mercer Bears (10-2) host the Rhode Island Rams (11-2) in the NCAA FCS Second Round

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer Bears football program are preparing for their just their third playoff game in program history. After getting the SOCON Championship against Furman two weeks ago, the Bears come off their bye week rested and ready for their NCAA FCS Second Round Matchup with Rhode Island. The 11-2 Rams are coming off their close…

Macon Regional Crimestoppers seek public’s assistance to capture suspects

Today's word of the day: Purpose

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and discuss the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations, police departments and other law enforcement agencies in eight Middle Georgia counties to provide anonymous rewards for tips that lead to criminal arrests. Can you help track down the following suspects?…

Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia shares resources available for those in need

"We offer hope, redemption, and empowerment through Jesus Christ," says Walker. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia is reminding people to seek help if needed during the holiday season. Development Director at Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia, Amy Walker, says the organization is a long-term, life-recovery program. “We offer hope, redemption, and empowerment through Jesus Christ,” says Walker. “We are programed for men, women, and children.” The…

Health official offers tips for emotional well-being during the holidays

UnitedHealthcare's Health Engagement Strategist and Dietitian, Courtney Schauder, says the holidays can be a stressful season. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – UnitedHealthcare is reminding people to care for their emotional well-being during the holiday season. UnitedHealthcare’s Health Engagement Strategist and Dietitian, Courtney Schauder, says the holidays can be a stressful season. “It’s easy to cope with that stress by avoiding self-care practices,” says Schauder. “But it’s really important to really focus on some of these important wellbeing…