Man dead, woman hospitalized after shooting at Bloomfield Townhomes

According to a Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release, the shooting happened at Bloomfield Townhomes, located at 4995 Bloomfield Road, just after 3 p.m.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead and a woman is in critical condition after a shooting Thursday. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, the shooting happened at Bloomfield Townhomes, located at 4995 Bloomfield Road, just after 3 p.m. Deputies say they responded to the scene and discovered a 22-year-old woman and 48-year-old male with gunshot…

Central City Apartments and new health center set to open in May

More than 200 applications have been submitted from the new apartments by Carolyn Crayton Park.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Depaul USA Daybreak in Macon is set to open the Central City Apartments and Phil and Alice Sheridan Health Center in May. Sister Theresa Sullivan, Director at Depaul USA Daybreak in Macon, says the new apartments will be mixed income housing. There are 82 units available, which include one and two bedroom apartments. There have been…

55th Annual Friends of the Library Book Sale happening this weekend

Proceeds from the book sale go to the Macon-Bibb County libraries.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The 55th Annual Friends of the Library Book Sale will be at the Round Building at Carolyn Crayton Park from April 4-7. Thursday, April 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (FOL Member pre-sale, non-members cost $25) Friday, April 5: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 6: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, April 7: 10 a.m. to…

Milledgeville Police arrest two for drive-by shooting

(Photo Credit: Milledgeville Police Department/Facebook) MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Two men have been arrested in connection with a drive-by shooting that occurred on April 1st, according to Milledgeville Police Department Major Linc Boyer. Patrol officers responded to reports of shots fired on the 200 block of Magnolia Avenue at approximately 5:50 pm.  When they got there, officers found a residence and…

Monroe County woman arrested on meth trafficking charges

Jennifer Fuller (Photo Credit: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Monroe County Deputies have arrested Jennifer Fuller for multiple charges including trafficking methamphetamine after a traffic stop. According to a news release from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the traffic stop happened Tuesday night. When deputies pulled over a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado for a routine check, they discovered Fuller was…

Tips on surviving summer allergies

Polk recommends calling a Board Certified Allergist, they can preform an allergy test and pinpoint the problem.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Allergy season is here and a local family nurse practitioner says if you’re suffering, you shouldn’t try to tough it out. According to Family Nurse Practitioner, Jamie Polk, from The Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center. Over-the-Counter medications can help some allergy sufferers but if you’re taking over-the-counter meds and still dealing with a running nose, scratchy…

7 Brew Coffee in Warner Robins celebrating Grand Opening with deals, donation

They are giving away free small drinks every day this week from 7 to 8 a.m., noon to 1 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Some exciting news for coffee lovers: 7 Brew Coffee in Warner Robins is celebrating its grand opening with deals and a donation. On Tuesday, the coffee chain handed a $1,500 check to representatives from the Atrium Health Levine Children’s Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital. The Director of Operations from Weber Bros. Brews, Savannah Williamson, says the…

EF-1 tornado rips through Cordele

According to the Crisp County Sheriff's Office, 36 homes were impacted with 19 sustaining major damage.

CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  The National Weather Service confirms an EF-1 Tornado with a max speed of 100 mph touched down in Crisp County Wednesday morning. According to the Crisp County Sheriff’s Office, 36 homes were impacted with 19 sustaining major damage. The Sheriff’s Office says the total path of the twister was more than six miles long. The Public Information…

51-year-old man taken to hospital after early morning accident

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the single vehicle traffic accident.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a single-vehicle traffic accident, that occurred Thursday at 2:30 a.m. Witnesses told the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office that a 51-year-old male driver was traveling on I-75 North, and at the Arkwright Road off-ramp, the vehicle left the roadway and hit a sign and guardrail.  Then, the vehicle went down an…

Nice day after wild weather yesterday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you too! Here in Middle Georgia, it’s shaping up to be a pleasant Thursday! This morning, we’re experiencing temperatures ranging from the mid 40s to the low 50s, which is about 20 degrees cooler than yesterday at this time. As the day progresses, expect breezy conditions with temperatures reaching the mid to upper…

HIGHLIGHTS: Fort Valley State swept Wesleyan in two game home series

The Wildcats win game one 4-1 and game two 8-0 in five innings

FORT VALLEY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Fort Valley State Wildcats swept the Wesleyan Wolves in a doubleheader at home Wednesday. The Wildcats win game one 4-1 and game two 8-0 in five innings. FVSU will be at Allen University in South Carolina Friday for a three game weekend series, while Wesleyan heads home to face Agnes Scott in a…

HIGHLIGHTS: GCSU swept in doubleheader by West Georgia

The Bobcats lost game one 6-4 and game two 18-14 to UWG

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia College and State University Bobcats lost a doubleheader at home to the University of West Georgia on Wednesday. The Bobcats lost game one 6-4 and game two 18-14. GCSU will be at Georgia Southwestern State starting Friday for a three game weekend series. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: GCSU, GCSU Bobcats, GCSU Softball,…

Library in Macon to host eclipse viewing party

Washington Memorial Library is holding its very own eclipse viewing party!

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Washington Memorial Library is holding its very own eclipse viewing party! It’s happening April 8 from noon to 2 p.m. at Daisy Park. The library says glasses will be provided while supplies last. Categories: Bibb County, Georgia News, Local News, WMGT Tags: eclipse, library, Macon, viewing party, Washington Memorial Library

Macon Mental Health Matters set to host ‘Wellness Weekend’

Events begin April 12 and go until April 14.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Mental Health Matters is set to host a ‘Wellness Weekend.’ The lineup of events begin April 12 and go until April 14. Andrea Cooke, Director of Development at The Southern Center for Choice Theory, LLC and with Macon Mental Health, says Macon Mental Health Matters hosts a ‘Wellness Weekend’ every second weekend of the month….

Bibb County Political Forum planned for April 8

The organization Georgia Women is hosting a political forum on Monday, April 8.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The organization Georgia Women is hosting a political forum on Monday, April 8. They expect candidates running in races for local mayor, district attorney, coroner and solicitor to attend. The forum will be hosted at the Tubman Museum from 6-8 p.m. on Monday. Categories: Bibb County, Elections, Featured, Local News Tags: Bibb County, political forum, Tubman…

Traffic Alert: Avoid Dumas Road in Monroe County

The Monroe County Board of Commissioners is telling drivers to stay off of Dumas Road.

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Board of Commissioners is telling drivers to stay off of Dumas Road. According to the board of commissioners, the Monroe County Road Department is working to replace a cross drain. They say residents will still be able to use the road, but through-traffic will be detoured for the next several days. Categories: Featured,…

Second Chick-fil-A to open Thursday in Dublin

According to Chick-fil-A, the restaurant will add approximately 120 full-and part-time jobs.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The wait is over for residents in south Dublin, as a new Chick-fil-A will officially open this Thursday. Serving Dublin for nearly 30 years, local owner-operator David Roberts says he’s excited to open his second restaurant. According to Chick-fil-A, the restaurant will add approximately 120 full-and part-time jobs. To celebrate the opening, it will honor one hundred local heroes making…

Applications open for Macon Violence Prevention Community Grants

The Community Foundation of Central Georgia has opened the application process for the third round of Macon Violence Prevention Community grants.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Community Foundation of Central Georgia has opened the application process for the third round of Macon Violence Prevention Community grants. Up to $800,000 will be awarded to organizations to continue or start programs focused on violent crime prevention, and that are aligned with the goals of the community-generated MVP Strategic Plan. Applications are due by…

Bibb County Animal Enforcement officer removes snake found in car

ibb County Sheriff's Office animal enforcement officer Rebecca Galeazzo recently answered a snake in a car call.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff’s Office animal enforcement officer Rebecca Galeazzo recently answered a snake in a car call. She removed a nonvenomous eastern rat snake from a car on Rocky Creek Road in Macon. The sneaky snake was relocated unharmed to an area far away from humans. The driver spotted the uninvited rider before she started her…

Monroe County Library selling eclipse glasses for $1

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- For those in Forsyth who still need eclipse glasses, the Monroe County Library is selling pairs for just $1. All proceeds go to Friends of the Monroe County Library. That organization helps fund programs and outreach. They’re always looking for new members, and if you’re interested in joining, their next meeting is happening April 8th, at 10AM…

39 arrests made in Telfair County in the month of March

MCRAE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Telfair County Sheriff’s Office released its March activity report this week. According to that report, Telfair deputies made 39 arrests in March, a slight increase from their last report in February, which saw 27 arrests. 8 of those arrests were drug-related. The sheriff’s office also shared these photos of drugs, guns, and other items they collected….

Taylor County traffic stop leads to drug arrests

REYNOLDS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Two men from Mississippi were arrested by the Reynolds Police Department, when a traffic stop led to a drug bust. An officer says he could smell marijuana coming from the vehicle during the stop. When calling for back up to search the vehicle, officers found marijuana, methamphetamine, and drug related paraphernalia. Categories: Featured, Local News, Taylor County

Storm damage closes roads in Crisp County

CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Overnight storms that included strong winds and heavy rain in Crisp County caused some serious damage. The Crisp County Sheriff’s Office shared on social media there are road closures on North Cedar Creek and Landing Road, specifically impacting people who live the Scenic Route/North Cedar Creek area. First responders and agencies providing aid are operating in the…

HIGHLIGHTS: ACE beats Southwest to remain perfect in the GHSA AA Region

The ACE Gryphons beat the Southwest Patriots Tuesday Evening in Macon

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Academy of Classical Education Gryphons beat the Southwest Patriots to improve to 9-0 in the GHSA AA Region. The Gryphons host Veterans on Friday at 6:30p.m. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: Academy of Classical Education, ACE, ACE Gryphons, ACE Gryphons Baseball, GHSA, GHSA baseball, Southwest Baseball, Southwest High School, southwest patriots, Southwest Patriots Baseball