Partly sunny skies expected Tuesday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Scattered clouds are likely Tuesday over the northern half of the region along with slim odds for a small shower. The Rest of the Evening Clouds from earlier around Middle Georgia have cleared, and skies will stay that way through this evening and most of tonight. Temperatures will plummet to around the freezing point ahead of…

Crimestoppers searching for five most wanted women in Middle Georgia

Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five suspects wanted across Middle Georgia.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight the five most wanted suspects right now. 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? Michelle Bridges, female.  She’s…

16-year-old arrested for stealing from Mercer Vape and Tobacco

According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the teen was found with merchandise in his possession.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspect who was caught in the act of stealing from a local businesses. Deputies arrested a 16-year-old male at Mercer Vape and Tobacco. The address of the business is 3706 Mercer University Drive. The burglary happened Friday evening, at 11 p.m. Deputies said, they apprehended the teen…

Mostly sunny and in the 60’s for President’s Day

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all!! Happy President’s Day!! This morning we are off to a chilly start with temperatures in the 30s and 40s with a bit of cloud coverage across Middle Georgia. This afternoon the clouds will leave and give us plenty of sunshine with highs in the low 60s. Overnight we are clear and…

2 arrested, 1 wanted in Washington County theft ring; more arrests expected

According to Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran, 54-year-old Tammie Ward is wanted for her involvement in the theft ring.

Tammie Ward (Photo: Washington County Sheriff’s Office)TENNILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Washington County Sheriff’s Office makes two arrests and needs your helping find another suspect in what it calls an ongoing theft ring across surrounding counties. According to Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran, 54-year-old Tammie Ward is wanted for her involvement in the theft ring. The two people arrested in…

HIGHLIGHTS: Stratford, Tattnall Square boys meet for GIAA District 6 title

The Stratford Eagles and Tattnall Square Trojans met Friday night at Stratford with the District 6 championship up for grabs.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Stratford Eagles and Tattnall Square Trojans met Friday night at Stratford with the District 6 championship up for grabs. Stratford won 81-80. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Basketball, Boys, Championship, District 6, Final, GIAA, Highlights, Stratford, Tattnall Square

HIGHLIGHTS: FPD, John Milledge girls meet for GIAA District 6 title

The Lady Vikings and Trojans met Friday night at Stratford Academy.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Lady Vikings and Trojans met Friday night at Stratford Academy. FPD won 49-40. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Basketball, District 6, FPD, GIAA, girls, Highlights, John Milledge, trojans, Vikings

HIGHLIGHTS: Baldwin girls face Griffin in GHSA AAAA, Region 2 final

The Baldwin Bravettes faced Griffin in the region championship game Friday night at Howard High School.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin Bravettes faced Griffin in the region championship game Friday night at Howard High School. Baldwin took the crown with a 62-37 win. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Baldwin County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Baldwin, Basketball, girls, Griffin, Highlights, region Tournament, regional

HIGHLIGHTS: Baldwin boys face Spalding in GHSA AAAA, Region 2 final

The Baldwin Braves faced Spalding in the region championship game Friday night at Howard High School.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin Braves faced Spalding in the region championship game Friday night at Howard High School. The Braves took the crown with a 77-69 win. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Baldwin County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Baldwin, Basketball, Boys, Championship, region Tournament, spalding

UPDATE: Montezuma shooting suspect taken into custody in southwest Georgia

Rick Weaver was taken into custody at the 8 Inn Hotel in Americus on Friday by members of the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office, Montezuma/Oglethorpe Police Departments and the GBI Drug Task Force.

Ricky Weaver (Photo: Montezuma Police Department)UPDATE: (2/16) – Rick Weaver was taken into custody at the 8 Inn Hotel in Americus on Friday by members of the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office, Montezuma/Oglethorpe Police Departments and the GBI Drug Task Force. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ORIGINAL STORY: MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Police in Montezuma and Oglethorpe are looking for a man wanted in connection…

Monroe County man faces multiple drug charges after Friday arrest

Monroe County deputies say James Eric Rogers faces multiple charges after being arrested on Friday.

Photos: Monroe County Sheriff’s OfficeFORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is now in custody, facing several drug charges after being arrested on Friday. A Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release says deputies arrived at a home in the Indian Springs Drive area and saw James Eric Rogers outside. As deputies exited their vehicles, they say Rogers tried to run, but…

Bibb County school celebrates Georgia Arbor Day

Kids at Alexander II School in Macon celebrated Georgia Arbor Day in a unique way.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Third grade students at Alexander II Magnet School teamed up with Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful to plant seedlings at Tattnall Square Park on Georgia Arbor Day. The event aimed to raise awareness about the importance and benefits of trees in our environment. Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful hopes activities like this will plant a seed early on in the…

Overcast skies expected most of the weekend, however rain odds are relatively low.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold front will bring cloudy skies and showers to Middle Georgia, stalling out to the south and keeping clouds around all weekend. The Rest of the Evening Skies will remain overcast tonight with the possibility for a couple of showers around the region, especially in the southern counties. Wind will begin to increase from…

Cloudy with sprinkles possible

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all happy Friday to everyone. This morning the clouds are in the area with temperatures in the mid 40s to low 50s. This afternoon we will see the chance of a few stray showers with temperatures in the upper 60s to low 70s. A cold front will bring the chance of a…

HIGHLIGHTS: GIAA District 6 boys and girls basketball tournaments at Stratford

Stratford, Tattnall, FPD, Mount de Sales and John Milledge were all in action on the basketball court on Thursday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Grady played host to the boys and girls GIAA District 6 basketball tournaments on Thursday. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes was there and has the highlights. Stratford boys 68, Mount de Sales 41: FPD girls 57, Stratford 32:       Tattnall Square boys 55, John Milledge 50: John Milledge girls 38, Tattnall Square 31: Categories: Bibb…

Michigan man taken into custody during traffic stop in Crisp County

According to the Crisp County Sheriff's Office, a deputy stopped 48-year-old Milo Yarbourough of Royal Oak, Michigan, on GA 401/I-75 near mile marker 92 for failing to maintain lane.

ARABI, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Michigan man faces charges in Crisp County after a traffic stop on Valentine’s Day. According to the Crisp County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy stopped 48-year-old Milo Yarbourough of Royal Oak, Michigan, on GA 401/I-75 near mile marker 92 for failing to maintain lane. During the stop, a license check revealed Yarbourough had multiple felony warrants…

Middle Georgia taxpayers navigating Child Tax Credit uncertainty

Tax season is upon us, and for some taxpayers around Middle Georgia, the dread of filing their taxes is even greater this year due to the uncertain status of the Child Tax Credit.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Tax season is upon us, and for some taxpayers around Middle Georgia, the dread of filing their taxes is even greater this year due to the uncertain status of the Child Tax Credit. The new Child Tax Credit focuses on helping children in low-income families by allowing lower-income families to claim more of the refundable portion…

Fort Valley State University launches major renovation project for campus buildings

Fort Valley State University (FVSU) is set to undergo a renovation project for three of its major buildings: Founders Hall, Lyons, and Bywaters. All of them were built between 1929 and 1966.

File: 2021FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fort Valley State University (FVSU) is set to undergo a renovation project for three of its major buildings: Founders Hall, Lyons, and Bywaters. All of them were built between 1929 and 1966. The renovation project aims to provide modern amenities to students and faculty members, ensuring the campus has everything it needs for current…

UPDATE: Arrest made in deadly shooting on Montpelier Avenue

Deputies arrived on scene and found 49-year-old Ernestine Frye with a single gunshot wound.

UPDATE (2/15) – Bibb County investigators arrested 43-year-old April Powell of Macon in connection with the shooting death of 49-year-old Ernestine Frye. Powell was taken from Investigation Headquarters to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center. She faces a charge of murder and currently does not have a bond. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman is dead after being shot Wednesday…

More sunshine today

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to everyone!! This morning we are a few degrees warmer than yesterday in the mid 30s to low 40s. There are also a few clouds across the area which is why temperatures are a bit warmer this morning. Sunshine will continue today with temperatures in the upper 60s to low 70s. Temperatures will be…

Peach County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of asphalt scam

Investigators say the scammers will possibly be in a F-150 with a Massachusetts tag and a fuel tank in the bed. 

PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peach County Sheriff’s Office is alerting the community of suspicious individuals attempting to scam residents. According to the sheriff’s office, the individuals claim they want to sell leftover asphalt. Investigators say the scammers will possibly be in a F-150 with a Massachusetts tag and a fuel tank in the bed. Witnesses describe them as…

HIGHLIGHTS: Central boys face Northeast in GHSA Region 2-AA tourney

The Central Chargers and Northeast Raiders met in the region tournament Wednesday night.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Central’s boys basketball team faced Northeast in region tournament action Wednesday night at Central High School. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Basketball, Boys, Central, GHSA, Highlights, Northeast, region Tournament

HIGHLIGHTS: Perry baseball hosts Warner Robins

The Perry Panthers hosted the Warner Robins Demons on the diamond Wednesday.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry High School baseball team hosted Warner Robins Wednesday in Perry in the season opener for both teams. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Houston County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Highlights, Perry, Rutland

HIGHLIGHTS: Rutland, ACE boys meet in Region 2-AA tournament

The Rutland Hurricanes and ACE Gryphons met Wednesday night at Rutland High School.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Rutland Hurricanes and ACE Gryphons boys basketball teams met Wednesday night in GHSA Region 2-AA tournament action. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: ACE, boys basketball, Highlights, region Tournament, Rutland