City of Warner Robins receives EPA Brownfields Grant for Redevelopment and Cleanup

The City of Warner Robins announced Wednesday they received million dollar multi-purpose grant.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins is one step closer to revamping parts its city. The City of Warner Robins announced Wednesday they received a million dollar multi-purpose grant. The EPA Brownfields Grant was awarded to Warner Robins by the Environmental Protection Agency to clean up and redevelop parts of Commercial Circle near the intersection of…

Warm and partly cloudy for today

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all! I hope your Thursday is off to a good start. It’s a bit humid this morning, with temperatures in the mid to upper 60s, and even a few low 70s in some areas. This afternoon, we’ll warm up into the upper 80s to low 90s with partly cloudy skies. Tomorrow morning…

FVPD arrests man in connection to home invasion

Officers responded to the 200 block of Lawn Street after they say Greg Love broke into a home.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Fort Valley Police Department says it arrested a man in connection to a home invasion. According to a recent post on the Fort Valley Police Department Facebook page, officers responded to the 200 block of Lawn Street after they say Greg Love broke into a home there. They say he ran from the scene…

Warner Robins receives $1 million grant for Commercial Circle redevelopment, cleanup

"We are thrilled to receive this EPA Brownfields Grant."

File: April 2022WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins announces it has been selected by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), to receive a $1 million Multipurpose Grant. The money will be used for the redevelopment and cleanup of the Commercial Circle area, a key project aimed at transforming brownfield sites into productive, community-enhancing spaces. Brownfields…

Bibb deputies: Suspect arrested in Bloomfield Park shooting

Arrest made in Bloomfield Park shooting during youth ball game

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County deputies made an arrest Wednesday in connection with a shooting at Bloomfield Park earlier this week that left one person injured. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, the shooting was called in just after 6 p.m. on Monday. Witnesses told deputies a verbal altercation escalated between two males during a youth…

Lane Southern Orchards invites families to experience peach season

Tyler Wainwright, Farm Manager at Lane Southern Orchards, says while they do not offer a u-pick option, they do offer an inside look in the packing house.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Peach season is officially underway and Lane Southern Orchards is welcoming visitors to experience a behind the scenes experience. Tyler Wainwright, Farm Manager at Lane Southern Orchards, says while they do not offer a u-pick option, they do offer an inside look in the packing house. Visitors can get a bird’s eye view of the packing…

Warner Robins tightens curfew for minors

New curfew from 11:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. aims to protect minors and improve community safety

FileWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Warner Robins has amended its curfew regulations for minors, enforcing a new curfew from 11:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. The change, unanimously approved at the May 20 Mayor and Council meeting, affects all minors aged 17 and under, according to a city news release. “Parents and guardians will be held responsible for…

Macon to celebrate ‘Car-Free Day’ Friday with free MTA bus rides, local discounts

Macon residents encouraged to embrace biking, walking and public transit on Friday, May 24

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon is gearing up for a car-free day this Friday, May 24, encouraging residents to embrace alternative modes of transportation such as biking, walking or public transit. The event, a partnership between Bike Walk Macon and the Macon-Bibb Transit Authority (MTA), aims to promote more affordable and healthier ways of getting around the city. On Friday,…

Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week in Macon with events, free gear

Visit Macon celebrates with license plates, baseball watching and guided tours

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It’s National Travel and Tourism Week, and Visit Macon is celebrating with a week of events, discounts and free gear! On Tuesday, more than 100 people gathered at Luther Williams Field to receive complimentary “Macon, Georgia” license plates and catch a glimpse of the Macon Bacon baseball team’s practice ahead of the 2024 season opener. “It’s…

Mayor Lester Miller gives thanks to Macon-Bibb after winning re-election

Lester Miller wins re-election against challenger Shekita Maxwell.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mayor Lester Miller will serve Macon-Bibb for another term after winning re-election against challenger Shekita Maxwell. 41NBC’s Monica Diaz-Meek spoke with Mayor Lester Miller about the election results. MONICA- We have Lester Miller here. First off, I want to say congratulations. It’s wonderful having you here. LESTER- Thank you. It’s my pleasure. MONICA- Alright. This is…

UPDATE: Jones County Boil Water Advisory lifted

Residents in affected areas were previously advised to use boiled or bottled water for safety

UPDATE (5/22/24): The Jones County Water System issued the all clear on Wednesday. ORIGINAL STORY (5/20/24): GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Water System has issued a Boil Water Advisory for several areas due to a water main break that may disrupt water supply and cause low water pressure, potentially leading to microbial contamination. The advisory, sent on Monday,…

Milledgeville Burger Week wraps up Saturday

Nine days of off-menu burgers created by thirteen participating eateries.

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It’s that time of year again, the third annual Milledgeville Burger Week. Organizers really stepped it up this year, they added more days to Milledgeville Burger Week making it a total of nine to be exact and 13 eateries for you to choose from. Something else new for burger lovers, these, off menu burgers will cost you…

Bibb County Sheriff Davis wins another term after Democratic Primary victory

Sheriff Davis secures four more years, defeats Hall, Patterson and Paul

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff Davis Davis won another term on Election Day on Tuesday, beating challengers Deandre Hall, Chris Patterson and Chris Paul. Since there are no Republican challengers, Davis’ win in Tuesday’s Democratic Primary means he’ll serve another four years. “We have the technology piece that we have in place with our Flock cameras and our…

Coroner: 1 dead, 1 injured after fiery crash in Wilkinson County

One person is dead after a crash involving two semi-trucks on Highway 441 in Wilkinson County on Tuesday.

MGNWILKINSON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One person is dead after a crash involving two semi-trucks on Highway 441 in Wilkinson County on Tuesday. Wilkinson County Coroner Billy Matthews confirmed the death, but said the person’s identity has not been released. Matthews, who was still on the scene as of 9:30 p.m., said both southbound and northbound lanes are closed, with…

Annual 41NBC Memorial Blood Drive aims to collect more than 60 pints of blood

Donors that give blood, platelets, or plasma will receive a Red Cross t-shirt while supplies last.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 12th Annual 41NBC Memorial Blood Drive will take place from May 20 through June 9. Holly Winner, Executive Director of the Central Midwest Georgia Chapter at the American Red Cross, says this years goal is to collect 61 pints of blood. Winner says donations often decline around holidays like Memorial Day, so she encourages people…

Temperatures climb more Wednesday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia will continue to see temperatures rise as a summer pattern takes over the Peach State This Evening   Scattered cumulus clouds from the afternoon will largely clear out heading into tonight, however cirrus clouds are expected to move in during the overnight hours. It will be around average for our overnight lows around the…

Some voters in line vote as soon as polls open in Macon

Voters keep a close on eye on the Bibb County Sheriff's Office Race.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  I stopped by two polling place in Macon on Tuesday, The Boys and Girls Club of America on Shurling Drive and Fall Line Church on Rocky Creek Road. The voters, I spoke with said they were eager to vote because of what is on the ballot this year. “I definitely hope with the social justices issues…

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores May 13-17

Here's this week's Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 13 and Friday, May 17, 2024.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here’s this week’s Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia’s food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 13 and Friday, May 17, 2024. All scores of 69 and below (considered unsatisfactory on the state’s scale) are shown in red. All scores between 70 and 99 are shown in black. All scores…

Sunny and in the 80s for Election day!

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all across Middle Georgia! Happy Election Day! Remember to get out to the polls and vote. This morning, we are seeing temperatures in the upper 50s to lower 60s accompanied by clear skies. This afternoon, temperatures are expected to rise to the mid-80s with plenty of sunshine. It’s going to be a…

Dublin HS Hires Killins as New Varsity Head Girls Basketball Coach

Monte Killins joins the Fighting Irish with 16 years experience in public education and eight GHSA playoff appearances

DUBLIN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At the Dublin City Board Meeting Monday night, the Board unanimously approved Monte Killins as the next Dublin High School head varsity girls basketball coach. Killins has spent the past 16 years in public education, earning eight GHSA playoff appearances and one Class A State Championship to go with it back in 2014 at Randolph-Clay…

HIGHLIGHTS: FPD falls in GIAA AAAA State Championship

The FPD Vikings (26-8-1) baseball team fell to the Brookstone Cougars in Game two of this best of three series to end their season.

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At Luther Williams Field, The FPD Vikings baseball team lost Game Two of the GIAA AAAA State Championship best of three series against Brookstone 9-5 to end their season. After scoring two runs in the top first, FPD allowed seven runs in the bottom first and could never recover. They trailed as few as three…

Macon County mourns the loss of its Sheriff

Condolences are pouring in from around Middle Georgia, after Macon County Sheriff Leonard Johnson died on Saturday.

MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Condolences are pouring in from around Middle Georgia, after Macon County Sheriff Leonard Johnson died on Saturday. The sheriff’s office has not appointed an interim sheriff. The Montezuma Police Department expressed its sympathy online, saying in part quote “may we all find solace in carrying forward his legacy, embodying the values and lessons he imparted to…

Investigators search for missing Houston County juvenile

Investigators say Asha Gray left home on January 8, 2024, and hasn't been seen since.

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Houston County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding a juvenile missing since January. (Photo courtesy of Houston County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page) Investigators say Asha Gray left home on January 8, 2024, and hasn’t been seen since. They say she’s known to frequent the Atlanta area, but her exact location is still unknown. (Photo courtesy…