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Turner County Takes On Macon County In Ghsa Single A D2 Elite 8 Girls Basketball Matchup

Macon County is Headed to the Final Four

The Macon County Lady Bulldogs defeated the Turner County Lady Titans on Tuesday night 60-57 on a game winning buzzer beater to advance to the GHSA Class A D-2 Semifinals

February 26, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MONTEZUMA, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Tuesday night at Macon County High School, the 22-3 Lady Bulldogs defeated the 22-9 Turner County Lady Titans 60-57 with a game winning buzzer beating three-pointer from Junior Morgan Cochran. After being down 24-10 after the first quarter, and 32-16 at halftime, the Lady Dawgs scored 24 points and allowed just 10 in the…

UPDATE: Teenager in custody, accused of murder of Fort Valley man

Deputies were dispatched to a fight with weapons on October 5 at approximately 3:23 a.m. in the 400 block of Boulevard Street.

February 25, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek, Clayton Poulnott,

UPDATE (2/25/25) – A teenager from Albany has been arrested in connection to a Fort Valley murder in 2024. Fort Valley Police Chief DJ Flores Says 18-year-old Ja’Qwan Johnson is in custody for the shooting death of Naun Mendez. Johnson was arrested in Albany on unrelated charges, and the Fort Valley Police Department was notified of his apprehension. He has…

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Montezuma Police: Man arrested after firing shots in neighborhood

A 19-year-old man was arrested after Montezuma Police say he fired gunshots in a neighborhood.

February 25, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Jonathan Wiggins (Photo: Montezuma Police)MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 19-year-old man was arrested after Montezuma Police say he fired gunshots in a neighborhood Monday. According to the Montezuma Police Department, officers responded to 125 Oakgrove Court around 9:30 p.m. after reports of shots fired and spoke with the homeowner, who said her ex-boyfriend tried to force his way into her…

Flu cases spread across Georgia as CDC reports millions of illnesses nationwide

Recent CDC estimates show the 2025 flu season has caused at least 33 million illnesses, 430,000 hospitalizations and 19,000 deaths.

February 25, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MGNMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Recent CDC estimates show the 2024-2025 flu season has caused at least 33 million illnesses, 430,000 hospitalizations and 19,000 deaths. According to the North Central Health District (NCHD), the flu season in Georgia usually lasts between September and April. NCHD public information officer Michael Hokanson says this season may bring another spike of the flu. “We…

Forsyth man indicted on multiple charges related to child exploitation

A Monroe County grand jury indicted Kelly Garrett Ivey this month on 17 counts, including computer pornography, obscene internet contact with a child and multiple counts of sexual exploitation of children, according to an indictment filed in Monroe County Superior Court.

February 25, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek, Tucker Sargent,

Courtesy: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office from 2023 UPDATE (2/26/25): A newly obtained indictment from Jasper County provides additional details on the charges against Kelly Garrett Ivey. According to documents, Ivey used a dark web marketplace called “Slave Bay” to advertise information about a minor. Prosecutors say he tried to solicit people online to kidnap, rape and traffic a child, offering…

Piedmont Macon supports Daybreak, offers services to those in need

Resident physician at Piedmont Macon, Robyn Cotney, says there is still time to donate for the 12th Annual Macon Daybreak Sleepout.

February 25, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon is offering resources to Daybreak in Macon and looking ahead to the 12th Annual Macon Daybreak Sleepout. Piedmont Macon provides psychiatric care by seeing patients, doing psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy and prescribing/monitoring medications to those in need at Daybreak. Daybreak will be hosting the annual Sleepout and is encouraging people to participate and donate to…

Tips for spotting three different scams

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is sharing tips from the Better Business Bureau that could help you spot scams before it's too late.

February 25, 2025

Finn Balfour,

The Better Business Bureau offers tips on staying away from scam contractorsBBBMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is sharing tips from the Better Business Bureau that could help you spot scams before it’s too late. Debt Collection Scams The BBB says this can be one of the most frightening and persistent scam types. The scammer will call…

Wednesday will be even warmer

February 25, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will climb into the upper 70s for most of Middle Georgia Wednesday afternoon. This Evening A sunny and warm afternoon will become a clear and chilly night across Middle Georgia. It’s been a bit shy of breezy this afternoon as the northwest winds have largely ranged from 5-10 mph with gusts in the 10-15 mph…

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Middle Georgia Regional Airport partners with Slate Aviation for new facility

“I mean, this is truly unheard of to have this type of square footage to work with,” said Heather Maguire, co-owner/partner of Slate Aviation.

February 25, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Slate Aviation has made a new home at Middle Georgia Regional Airport with an 80,000 square foot aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul, and cabin conversion facility. A ribbon cutting was held at the new facility Tuesday. It will be run by Jonathan Cornwell, Executive Vice President of Aircraft Production for Slate Aviation, and…

Construction in Macon closes bridge, parts of Bass Road

Parts of Bass Road will be closed for at least the next six months beginning Tuesday.

February 25, 2025

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Parts of Bass Road will be closed for at least the next six months beginning Tuesday. The closure is happening due to the demolition and reconstruction of the bridge and the approaches over the Norfolk Southern Railroad. The Georgia Department of Transportation, District 3 Communications Officer Gina Snider, says it’s being rebuilt because it’s old and…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores February 17-21

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, February 17 and Friday, February 21.

February 25, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

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, February 17 and Friday, February 21. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…

Ghsa Vs Giaa: Fpd Takes On Veterans In Highschool Boys Baseball

FPD Wins in Walk Off Fashion over Veterans

The FPD Vikings defeated the Veterans Warhawks 5-2 after a three-run walk off home run from Tinsley Lewis in the Bottom 9th

February 24, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Monday night at First Presbyterian Day, the FPD Vikings (3-0) defeated the Veterans Warhawks (3-3) with a three-run walk off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning from Junior Vikings’ catcher Tinsley Lewis to grab the 5-2 victory. Both teams displayed excellent pitching. Veterans combined for over 10 strikeouts and one run…

Fort Valley councilwoman arrested after altercation at city hall, police say

A Fort Valley city councilwoman was arrested after an altercation at a council work session escalated into physical contact and threats, according to a police report from the Fort Valley Police Department.

February 24, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Fort Valley city councilwoman was arrested after an altercation at a council work session escalated into physical contact and threats, according to a police report from the Fort Valley Police Department. According to the report, obtained Monday by 41NBC, the incident happened just after 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 13 inside Fort Valley City…

New Perry VA clinic opens to serve more Middle Georgia veterans

Open Monday through Friday, veterans will be able to receive medical exams and counseling.

February 24, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia military veterans have sacrificed so much for this country, and they are now receiving a well-deserved clinic for their services. The new Perry VA clinic was designed to cater to the needs of our vets. Open Monday through Friday, veterans will be able to receive medical exams and counseling. Strategic planner Roger Richardson says…

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John R. Lewis Elementary School holds symbolic Selma to Montgomery march

"I know that John Lewis is looking down on Macon, Georgia, on our school, and being so proud of our little ones today. I know I was," said Patricia Williams, organizer of the march and kindergarten paraprofessional at John R. Lewis Elementary School.

February 24, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After hosting its first Black History Fashion Show on Friday, John R. Lewis Elementary School continued its Black History Month celebration Monday with a symbolic march from Selma to Montgomery on school grounds honoring historical figure John Lewis. Students sang with teachers We Shall Overcome and chanted “JRL” and “Freedom” while marching with…

Spring-like conditions likely Tuesday

Temperatures will climb into the 70s across Middle Georgia under sunny skies Tuesday.

February 24, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will climb into the 70s across Middle Georgia under sunny skies Tuesday. This Evening It’s been a mostly sunny day to begin the new week across the Peach State with temperatures reaching around the average for the afternoon highs. Wind has been light and variable and will remain that way into tonight as it shifts…

Macon man sentenced to 15 years for child cruelty after infant found covered in burns, bruises

A Macon man has been sentenced to 15 years, with 10 to serve in prison, after pleading guilty to first degree cruelty to children for injuries inflicted on his one-year-old son, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office.

February 24, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Timmy Dwayne Kemp Jr. (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man has been sentenced to 15 years, with 10 to serve in prison, after pleading guilty to first degree cruelty to children for injuries inflicted on his one-year-old son, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Timmy Dwayne Kemp, Jr. entered his plea on…

GDOT delays Bass Road closure in Macon for bridge reconstruction

The intersection will be closed for about 180 days to demolish and reconstruct the bridge and approaches over Norfolk Southern Railroad.

February 24, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has pushed back the start date of the closure of Bass Road (CR 742) from the intersection of Rivoli Drive to Forsyth Road (U.S. 41) for through traffic to February 25. The intersection will be closed for about 180 days to demolish and reconstruct the bridge and approaches over Norfolk…

Man wanted for financial identity fraud in Houston County

Today's word of the day: Home

February 24, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

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?…

Early voting underway for SPLOST renewal in Macon-Bibb County

Early voting is underway in Macon-Bibb County for the renewal of the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST).

February 24, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – Early voting is underway in Macon-Bibb County for the renewal of the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST). The ballot measure asks whether a one percent sales and use tax should be imposed in Macon-Bibb County for numerous capital outlay projects. Thomas Gillon, Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections Supervisor, is…

Spring-like temperatures headed this way

February 24, 2025

Karen Williams,

MACON,GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT) – Early morning clouds with possible sprinkles will start off Monday. Morning lows will remain above freezing for most of the region. Lingering clouds will clear north to south later today with mostly clear skies by afternoon. Highs will warm into the lower 60s areawide. This is where we should be for late February. For the long-term beginning…

Macon man dead after shooting on Sunday night

A call came into the Macon Bibb E-911 Center reporting a man had been shot on Ernest Street at 7:43 p.m. on February 23.

February 23, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead after being shot on Sunday evening, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. A call came into the Macon Bibb E-911 Center reporting a man had been shot on Ernest Street at 7:43 p.m. on February 23. Deputies responded to a residence within the 1300 block of Ernest Street and found a…

Bibb deputies track down suspect after Friday night armed robbery

An 18-year-old is in custody after deputies say he showed a firearm at an east Macon Family Doctor and took money Friday night.

February 22, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Kejuan Harris (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An 18-year-old is in custody after deputies say he showed a firearm at an east Macon Family Doctor and took money Friday night. According to a sheriff’s office news release, an armed robbery was called in from Family Dollar, located at 3656 Jeffersonville Road, just after 7 p.m. Deputies responded…

Twiggs County woman encourages eye check-ups after doctor discovers brain tumor

"My doctor is almost in tears," she said. "And he tells me, I don’t know how to tell you this, but it’s a brain tumor and I'm sorry.'

February 22, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Twiggs County woman whose visit to an eye doctor led to the discovery of a brain tumor is sharing her story to encourage people to schedule annual eye exams. Danville resident Gayle Sapp says she was suffering severe headaches in early 2012, so she decided to visit her family doctor. “They told me my blood pressure…

The Macon County Lady Bulldogs defeated the Turner County Lady Titans on Tuesday night 60-57 on a game winning buzzer beater to advance to the GHSA Class A D-2 Semifinals

Deputies were dispatched to a fight with weapons on October 5 at approximately 3:23 a.m. in the 400 block of Boulevard Street.

A 19-year-old man was arrested after Montezuma Police say he fired gunshots in a neighborhood.

Recent CDC estimates show the 2025 flu season has caused at least 33 million illnesses, 430,000 hospitalizations and 19,000 deaths.

A Monroe County grand jury indicted Kelly Garrett Ivey this month on 17 counts, including computer pornography, obscene internet contact with a child and multiple counts of sexual exploitation of children, according to an indictment filed in Monroe County Superior Court.

Resident physician at Piedmont Macon, Robyn Cotney, says there is still time to donate for the 12th Annual Macon Daybreak Sleepout.

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is sharing tips from the Better Business Bureau that could help you spot scams before it's too late.

“I mean, this is truly unheard of to have this type of square footage to work with,” said Heather Maguire, co-owner/partner of Slate Aviation.

Parts of Bass Road will be closed for at least the next six months beginning Tuesday.

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, February 17 and Friday, February 21.

The FPD Vikings defeated the Veterans Warhawks 5-2 after a three-run walk off home run from Tinsley Lewis in the Bottom 9th

A Fort Valley city councilwoman was arrested after an altercation at a council work session escalated into physical contact and threats, according to a police report from the Fort Valley Police Department.

Open Monday through Friday, veterans will be able to receive medical exams and counseling.

"I know that John Lewis is looking down on Macon, Georgia, on our school, and being so proud of our little ones today. I know I was," said Patricia Williams, organizer of the march and kindergarten paraprofessional at John R. Lewis Elementary School.

Temperatures will climb into the 70s across Middle Georgia under sunny skies Tuesday.

A Macon man has been sentenced to 15 years, with 10 to serve in prison, after pleading guilty to first degree cruelty to children for injuries inflicted on his one-year-old son, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office.

The intersection will be closed for about 180 days to demolish and reconstruct the bridge and approaches over Norfolk Southern Railroad.

Today's word of the day: Home

Early voting is underway in Macon-Bibb County for the renewal of the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST).

A call came into the Macon Bibb E-911 Center reporting a man had been shot on Ernest Street at 7:43 p.m. on February 23.

An 18-year-old is in custody after deputies say he showed a firearm at an east Macon Family Doctor and took money Friday night.

"My doctor is almost in tears," she said. "And he tells me, I don’t know how to tell you this, but it’s a brain tumor and I'm sorry.'

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