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…

New affordable housing, health center completed in Macon after 10-year journey

The Central City Apartments and the Phil and Alice Sheridan Health Center in Macon have finally been completed.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Central City Apartments and the Phil and Alice Sheridan Health Center in Macon have finally been completed. Both buildings were blessed in front of the Daybreak Day Resource Center on Monday, and a sheltering statue was was also placed and blessed. “Today is a dream come true,” DePaul USA Macon Director Theresa Sullivan said. “Every…

Temperatures return to average Tuesday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WGMT) – Temperatures will be back around if not slightly above averages for this time of year following a cool and wet weekend. This Evening Scattered clouds over Middle Georgia will slowly clear out as the day goes on. Winds will generally flow from the east-southeast tonight at around 5 mph. Expect low temperatures in the upper 50s…

Milledgeville pedestrian killed Sunday on Colony Farm Road

A Milledgeville man was struck and killed by a vehicle on Sunday on Colony Farm Road, according to Georgia State Patrol (GSP).

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Milledgeville man was struck and killed by a vehicle on Sunday on Colony Farm Road, according to Georgia State Patrol (GSP). GSP says a Honda Civic was traveling southbound when it struck a pedestrian who was lying in the roadway. GSP reported that the pedestrian, identified as 21-year-old Damon Dukes, was wearing black clothing at…

Nice and sunny days ahead

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all across Middle Georgia! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend and managed to stay dry. This past week we experienced between 1 to 3 inches of rain across Middle Georgia. This morning, we are seeing temperatures in the lower 60s accompanied by clear skies. This afternoon, temperatures are expected to…

Two arrested in deadly Dublin hit-and-run

Police urge anyone with information on the hit-and-run to come forward.

UPDATE (5/17) – The Dublin Police Department arrests two people in connection to the deadly hit-and-run on May 12. During the investigation, police say a sport utility vehicle struck the two victims around 10:30 p.m. They say a few minutes later, one of the victims was hit by a second vehicle. Officers say they located the second vehicle, a 2019…

UPDATE: Macon-Bibb County network nearly restored

As of Wednesday afternoon, Macon-Bibb County has restored landline phone and email services, but the network remains offline.

FileUPDATE (5/17/24): As of Friday afternoon, IT has restored about 90% of department web pages, meaning the public again has access to information about services, and they are able to rent parks and pavilions through the Parks & Beautification and Recreation Departments. It also means – combined with email working again a few days prior – that people can again…

BS Report: May 15th – The Tale of Sale

Chris Sale has already impressed Braves fans with his shutout pitching against the Cubs. 41NBC's Bill Shanks is here to tell you that the story is just beginning.

Chris Sale has already impressed Braves fans with his shutout pitching against the Cubs. 41NBC’s Bill Shanks is here to tell you that the story is just beginning. Categories: Sports

Monroe County school bus, car collision sends drivers to Macon hospital

No students on board as school bus and car collide on Hwy 83 N and Old Cabiness Road in Monroe County

Photos: Monroe County Sheriff’s OfficeMONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The drivers of a school bus and a personal vehicle are being treated at a Macon hospital after a crash Friday afternoon. According to a Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release, deputies responded to a crash involving a Monroe County school bus just after 4:30 p.m. on Hwy 83 N and…

Strong to severe storms possible tonight and tomorrow

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Storms this evening and tomorrow could bring strong winds, hail, or even a brief tornado. This Evening   Much of Middle Georgia has seen stratiform rainfall since this morning. That has helped many parts of the region limit the sever potential this evening, however the southern counties still have the highest risk. They are under a…

17-year-old arrested after vehicle pursuit ends with crash at residence

The driver has been identified as 17-year-old Andrew Howard.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man in connection with a theft by taking auto investigation that happened Friday afternoon. Deputies spotted a vehicle reported stolen traveling west on Jeffersonville Road just before 12:30 p.m. Deputies attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver refused to stop. The driver left the roadway at the intersection…

The Grace House in Fort Valley asking for help after recent break-ins

To help out the Grace House, The Warner Robins Jeep Club is holding a fundraiser Saturday morning at 10 o'clock.  It will be held at Lane Southern Orchards.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Grace House Community Food Bank’ serves people in Fort Valley, and is important for those in need in the community. For nearly 20 years, Craig McKinney was the director of the food bank, but he passed away in December of 2023. His niece, Shauna Groves then moved from out of state to run the…