Six arrested in joint law enforcement operation

This is an ongoing investigation and more charges are pending.

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Six people were taken into custody on August 21, after multiple Middle Georgia law enforcement agencies came together for a joint operation. The Bleckley County Sheriff’s Office, Cochran Police Department, Warner Robins Police Department, Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office, Houston County Sheriff’s Office, Ocmulgee Drug Task Force, GBI SWRDO, Middle Georgia Safe Streets Gang Task Force…

UPDATE: Fourth suspect arrested in connection with entering autos investigation

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, along with the U.S. Marshals, makes an additional arrest in connection with an ongoing entering autos investigation.

Hawkins, Searcy and Haywood (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE: (8/25): – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, along with the U.S. Marshals, makes an additional arrest in connection with an ongoing entering autos investigation. According to investigators, 22-year-old Darius Jaron Blow was taken into custody at a home in the 1400 block of Dent Street on August 24.  He was currently wanted…

Atrium Health Navicent renews its designation as Level I Trauma Center

For patients seeking life saving care in Middle and South Georgia, Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center provides a critical role in providing urgent medical services.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – For patients seeking life saving care in Middle and South Georgia, Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center provides a critical role in providing urgent medical services. The Medical Center renewed its designation as one of only five Level I trauma centers in the state. The designation from the American College of Surgeons indicates the highest level…

Dublin City Schools giving students head starts in their careers

Dublin City High School hosted a tour for Georgia Congressman Rick Allen on Friday to show off its in-house college and career academy.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin City High School hosted a tour for Georgia Congressman Rick Allen on Friday to show off its in-house college and career academy. The school calls the youth acceleration program “The Way”, and says its goal is to help students prepare to be communicators, problem solvers and lifelong learners. The academy features workshops in mechatronics, cosmetology…

Georgia College & State University expands meal options for students

Students at Georgia College & State University now have expanded meal options thanks to robots and renovations.

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Students at Georgia College & State University now have expanded meal options thanks to robots and renovations. The university completed renovations over the summer for its dining hall, The Max. The updated hall includes a pizza station, hibachi grill, deli counter, salad bar and a ‘U Cook’ area for students can cook their own food. For…

The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Perry vs. Houston County

Houston County defeated Perry 57-56 in 2022.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Week two’s End Zone Game of the Week features an intra-county battle between the Perry Panthers and the Houston County Bears. The Perry Panthers are coming off of a 10-2 season, capturing their 3rd consecutive region title but falling in the second round of the state playoffs. The Panthers’ strength was their defense last year, but…

Howard dominates Central in Thursday Night Football

Howard has outscored its opponents 98-6 in the first two weeks.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Howard Huskies dominated the Central Chargers 56-0 in Thursday night football action for week two. Howard starts the season 2-0, outscoring its opponents 98-6. On the other hand, Central begins its era under new head coach Jarrett Laws 0-2 while being outscored 112-0. Both teams have a bye week for week three. Categories: Across Georgia…

Bibb County GOP issues pro-Trump resolution

“We want the attorney general to do a full investigation of the Fulton County DA,” Bibb County Republican Party Chair David Sumrall said.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Following former President Donald Trump’s surrender to Fulton County authorities in Georgia, the Bibb County Republican Party is pointing to a resolution it approved on August 17 that demonstrates full support for the current Republican Party presidential frontrunner and also demands action against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who led the charge in filing charges…

Macon Action Plan kicks off third phase with input from public

The focus of phase three will be to maintain the growth that has happened since the program started in 2015.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The public is invited to participate in shaping the future of downtown Macon for the kickoff of phase three of the Macon Action Plan (MAP.) The Macon-Bibb Urban Development Authority hosted an open house Thursday at Fall Line Brewing Company for the community to provide input on how to maintain the growth that has happened downtown…

Crawford County Fire Department receives $577k grant for new equipment

The Crawford County Fire Department is set to receive a $577,000 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Crawford County Fire Department is set to receive a $577,000 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The grant, announced by Congressman Sanford Bishop, is crucial for the small communities in the region, as maintaining fire departments can pose a significant financial burden. “It’s gonna give to the firefighters the proper tools to do…

Summer cocktail celebrates peach season and supports female founders

Mara Smith shows us how to make the Inspiro Peachy Ranch Water

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  The founder of Inspiro Tequila, Mara Smith, shows us how to celebrate the peach season with a fabulous peachy cocktail. Smith shows us how to make the Inspiro Peachy Ranch Water. The summer cocktail includes the following ingredients: 2 oz Inspiro Tequila Luna Blanco 1 oz fresh lime juice 1 oz peach puree 3-4 oz Sparkling…

Mercer Bears ranked 22nd on the FCS Preseason Coaches Poll

The Mercer Bears land on four FCS Preseason Polls.

MACON,  Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After two consecutive seasons of letting the Southern Conference (SoCon) title slip away in the closing stages, the Mercer Bears have captured considerable attention this offseason. They’ve secured spots on four FCS Preseason Polls throughout the country. “It’s great that people are taking notice that we are at a certain place, and that we’re positioned to…

Sacred Heart Catholic School cuts ribbon on remodeled middle school building

“Middle school students are different and need an experience to grow away from the elementary school environment," Principal Al Chromy said.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sacred Heart Catholic School, which has been in existence for nearly seven decades, is celebrating a new chapter after securing a $6 million Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools (EANS) grant to help fund a remodeled middle school building on campus. “Middle school students are different and need an experience to grow away from the elementary…

BS Report: August 23rd – Quarterback Questions Answered

The college and pro football teams in Georgia have first year starting quarterbacks.

The college and pro football teams in Georgia have first year starting quarterbacks. 41NBC’s Bill Shanks shares his thoughts. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Falcons, Bill Shanks, georgia-tech-yellow-jackets, uga-bulldogs

Soperton Police Department to renovate dog kennels thanks to grant, adopters needed

The Atlanta Humane Society awarded the Treutlen County Animal Control $25,000 to update the roof, fencing and drainage for its dog kennels.

SOPERTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The dog days are almost over for Treutlen County Animal Control as renovations on its dog kennels are set to begin Monday. Things have been “ruff” for shelter dogs in Treutlen County. The Soperton Police Department’s outdoor dog kennels were built 25 years ago, and Chief James Mills says they’re beyond repair. “We’ve been having problems…

‘Leader in Me’ program expanding statewide after success in Bibb County

State leaders announced Wednesday a leadership program that saw success in Bibb County is going statewide.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – State leaders announced Wednesday a leadership program that saw success in Bibb County is going statewide. The “Leader in Me” program debuted in Bibb County Schools during the 2015-16 school year and expanded to all county schools in 2018. State Board of Education members, along with state legislators, toured Macon’s Vineville Academy of the Arts ahead…

Former WNBA surprises grandmother, special needs group with tickets

An 89-year-old grandmother celebrating her birthday at an Olive Garden in Middle Georgia received a surprise gift from former WNBA star Linda Burgess: free tickets to a basketball game for her and her entire family.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An 89-year-old grandmother celebrating her birthday at an Olive Garden in Middle Georgia received a surprise gift from former WNBA star Linda Burgess: free tickets to a basketball game for her and her entire family. Burgess, who was also celebrating her birthday at the restaurant, gifted the tickets to both the family of six and a…

‘Play Streets Macon’ to transform Greenwood Bottom neighborhood on Sunday

Bike Walk Macon and Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful organized the mini-block party to give Greenwood Bottom residents, business owners and members of the faith community a place to come together. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The streets of Macon’s Greenwood Bottom neighborhood will come alive on Sunday with the spirit of community as families and friends gather for an event known as “Play Streets Macon.” Between 2 and 5 p.m., Bay Street will be closed between Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and 3rd Street for an event that will transform the…

Macon teacher Tangie Herring announces candidacy for Georgia House District 143

District 143 is currently represented by Democrat James Beverly. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Maconite Tangie Herring has announced candidacy for Georgia House District 143. Herring is a veteran classroom teacher of 30 years and a former Teacher of the Year. She announced her candidacy Wednesday morning at the East Macon Mill Hill Community Art Center. Herring says she plans to see her hometown thrive. During her announcement, she also…

County manager: Baldwin County retains low property taxes with unanimous vote on millage rate

The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Tuesday to adopt a 2023 millage rate of 10.02 mils.

BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Tuesday to adopt a 2023 millage rate of 10.02 mils. County Manager Carlos Tobar says the vote, which was unanimous, results in a good day for residents of the county. “Thankfully it’s not a property tax increase,” he said. “We’re very proud that Baldwin County has…

Mother raises concerns over daughter’s post-surgery care in Bibb County Jail

A mother is concerned about her daughter’s well-being in the Bibb County Jail after undergoing a major surgery.

File: August 2023MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A mother is concerned about her daughter’s well-being in the Bibb County Jail after undergoing a major surgery. Sheila Rouse is asking ‘Why?’ after her daughter, Letitia Rouse, made complaints about poor conditions in the jail following a major surgery. “Why didn’t y’all leave her in the hospital and let them see about her?”…

Slightly cooler tomorrow (still hot), heating back up later this week

A weak wedge front will bring acute relief from the heat, but dry conditions persist into the weekend. Triple digit highs return Friday.

It was a hot and humid day across Middle Georgia with many of us seeing highs in the upper 90s. Overnight temps will be staying warm, with lows in the mid-70s (again). By tomorrow a weak wedge front will start building into the area. This will keep temperatures just a bit cooler the farther north and west you go. Highs…

Taste & See Coffee Shop reopening in downtown Macon with new master roaster

A popular downtown establishment, Taste & See Coffee Shop and Gallery, is set to make a triumphant return later this year.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A popular downtown establishment, Taste & See Coffee Shop and Gallery, is set to make a triumphant return later this year. After closing its doors in November 2022 due to staffing issues, the coffee shop is gearing up to reopen in October, complete with a new master roaster to offer in-house roasted coffee. Owner Kevin Reaves…

Warner Robins to install new American flags before Labor Day thanks to Rotary Club donation

The Warner Robins Rotary Club is set to enhance the patriotic spirit of the city with new American flags along Watson Boulevard and Russell Parkway.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Rotary Club is set to enhance the patriotic spirit of the city with new American flags along Watson Boulevard and Russell Parkway. A $1,400 check was presented on Tuesday. “I’m a member of this community, and I love this community,” former Rotary Club President Les Arrent said. “I’m a retired Air Force…