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Wanted teenager caught in Cordele

19-year-old Ajaylon Jamyah Gray was arrested at the Travel Lodge in Cordele, Friday morning.

December 21, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A wanted teenager from Cordele is now behind bars. The Crisp County Sheriff’s Office says, with assistance from the U.S. Marshal Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force, they arrested 19-year-old Ajaylon Jamyah Gray at the Travel Lodge in Cordele, Friday morning. Gray faces multiple outstanding warrants from CCSO and Cordele Police Department: • Aggravated Assault (Felony) •…

Macon Community Fridge supports families during winter break

The Macon Community Fridge is continuing its efforts to help families in need during the winter break.

December 21, 2023

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Community Fridge is continuing its efforts to help families in need during the winter break. This Saturday, December 23 at 1 p.m., the Macon Community Fridge will be holding an event to serve hot meals and drinks to those in need. The community fridge partners with Steward Chapel AME and other community members to…

Crawford County deputy involved in ATV collision

Georgia State Patrol is investigating after a Crawford County deputy's vehicle collided with an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) being driven by a 16-year-old earlier this week.

December 21, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

CRAWFORD COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia State Patrol is investigating after a Crawford County deputy’s vehicle collided with an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) being driven by a 16-year-old earlier this week. A Crawford County Sheriff’s Office news release says it happened around 11 p.m. on Tuesday, December 19. The release says the deputy noticed an ATV on the road “in the…

Georgia man pleads guilty to operating unregistered drone in Macon State Prison contraband drop

A Lakeland man admitted guilt in a federal court on Thursday to using an unregistered drone to drop contraband into Macon State Prison in Macon County.

December 21, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Lakeland man admitted guilt in a federal court on Thursday to using an unregistered drone to drop contraband into Macon State Prison in Macon County. A U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia news release says 32-year-old Dedrick Daesean Sirmans pleaded guilty to one count of operating an aircraft eligible for registration without…

Bibb deputy terminated after investigation into October escape of four jail inmates

A Bibb County Sheriff's Office deputy has been terminated for breach of security following an investigation into the October escape of four inmates.

December 21, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

File: August 2023MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been terminated for breach of security following an investigation into the October escape of four inmates. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release identified the terminated deputy as Travaris Freeman. “An internal affairs investigation revealed that Freeman failed to maintain the safety and security of the jail,”…

Man convicted in 2005 murder of Tara Grinstead pleads guilty to Houston County attempted rapes

Court records show Dukes agreed to plea deals on November 13, to settle charges he raped women in 2017 and 2019 after threatening them with weapons.

December 20, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

DukesPERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bo Dukes, the man serving a 25-year prison term for concealing the death of Georgia teacher Tara Grinstead, pleaded guilty to reduced charges in two unrelated rape cases in Houston County. That’s according to the Associated Press. The deal lets him avoid additional prison time. Court records show Dukes agreed to plea deals on November 13…

First demolition completed for Warner Robins’ Operation Reawaken

Out with the old and in with the new. That's the goal of Operation Reawaken – a new initiative being led by the City of Warner Robins and Mayor LaRhonda Patrick.

December 20, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Out with the old and in with the new. That’s the goal of Operation Reawaken – a new initiative being led by the City of Warner Robins and Mayor LaRhonda Patrick. In August, the city purchased six properties in $2 million using 2012-2018 SPLOST revenue with the goal of replacing them with residential and commercial…

List: Middle Georgia athletes sign letters of intent as early signing period opens

It's National Signing Day! Here's a running list of Middle Georgia players who have signed letters of intent or are expected to sign soon.

December 20, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Cam Flowers, Isiah Canion, Judd Anderson, Mikhai Isaac and Nick Reeves (Photo: Andrew Willis/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It’s National Signing Day! Here’s a running list of Middle Georgia football players who have signed letters of intent or are expected to sign soon. The list is compiled from national recruiting service reports (247Sports, Rivals, and On3), along with verified social media…

Twiggs County Sheriff's Office Receives Two Major Traffic Grants

Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office receives two major traffic enforcement grants

The Twiggs County Sheriff's Office has been awarded two major traffic grants, totaling over $60,000, by the Governor's Office of Highway Safety to address the increasing number of traffic deaths in the state.

December 20, 2023

Fiona King,

TWIGGS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office has been awarded two major traffic grants, totaling over $60,000, by the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to address the increasing number of traffic deaths in the state. According to Sheriff Darren Mitchum, the grants will be used to train and retain officers, purchase necessary equipment like radars and lasers…

Congressman Sanford Bishop announces grants for child education, family support services

The EOC will receive $4,278,717 through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Head Start grant program.

December 20, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

PHOTO: Sanford Bishop, U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 2nd congressional district., Photo Date: UndatedMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Congressman Sanford Bishop announces grant fuding Wednesday morning, for the Macon-Bibb County Economic Opportunity Council Inc. The EOC will receive $4,278,717 through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Head Start grant program, which promotes education, school readiness, and health and social services…

Another frigid night on deck for Middle Georgia before conditions become more mild

December 20, 2023

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WGMT) – Overnight lows will drop below freezing again before highs closer to the 60s return Thursday afternoon. The Rest of the Evening A thin blanket of upper level clouds has taken over much of the Peach State. Several of those clouds will linger into much of the night, however they will do little to actually act as…

Five Warner Robins Demons sign letters of intent on Early National Signing Day

Demons head coach Shane Sams says the signing event shows how much work it takes for players to reach the next level of their careers.

December 20, 2023

Andrew Willis,

Cam Flowers, Isiah Canion, Judd Anderson, Mikhai Isaac and Nick Reeves (Photo: Andrew Willis/41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wednesday was Early National Signing Day, and five football players from Warner Robins High School signed letters of intent to further their careers. Demons head coach Shane Sams says the signing event shows how much work it takes for players to reach…

Cold day ahead

December 20, 2023

Chris Denmark,

Bone chilling cold temperatures across the area this morning we saw temperatures from 23 to 30 degrees this morning. We even had areas with a wind chill below 20 degrees. As we head through the day today we will see clouds start to move in to Middle Georgia. Today’s afternoon high will be in the low 50s. Tomorrow morning we…

Deputy discovers illegal drone drop at Washington State Prison

According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, a deputy noticed a suspicious vehicle near the Dollar General in Davisboro, and initiated a traffic stop.

December 19, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man and woman in Washington county face charges, accused of attempting to make an illegal drop at Washington State Prison on Saturday. According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy noticed a suspicious vehicle near the Dollar General in Davisboro, and initiated a traffic stop. (Photo Courtesy of Washington County Sheriff’s Office Facebook Page)…

Macon’s JAG’s Pizzeria and Pub closes doors

JAG's Pizzeria and Pub, which has operated in Macon's Mercer Village since 2020, has permanently closed its doors.

December 19, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Jag’s Pizzeria & Pub/FacebookMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — JAG’s Pizzeria and Pub, which has operated in Macon’s Mercer Village since 2020, has permanently closed its doors. The restaurant made the announcement in a Facebook post on Tuesday, saying it “would rather stay and continue to serve our customers” but “a number of factors makes that possibility impractical.” The post extended…

Warner Robins advances downtown revitalization with ‘Operation Reawaken’

The City of Warner Robins is starting "Operation Reawaken" with the demolition of old structures in the Commercial Circle area of the downtown district.

December 19, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

File: April 2022WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Warner Robins is starting “Operation Reawaken” with the demolition of old structures in the Commercial Circle area of the downtown district. Demolition will begin Wednesday at 10 a.m., according to a city news release. “The demolition initiative is carefully designed to make way for new commercial and residential footprints that…

Frigid night ahead for Middle Georgia before conditions begin to warm back up

December 19, 2023

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will dip into the mid to upper 20s overnight around Middle Georgia. The Rest of the Evening Clear skies will carry Middle Georgia into the overnight hours with relatively calm winds likely to stick around. They will be from the northeast, however, so a bit of an extra bite is still likely with the frigid…

Salvation Army spreads hope with its Angel Tree program

Nearly 2,000 toys and clothing items were donated to the Salvation Army for children to open on Christmas.

December 19, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Salvation Army is making some children’s Christmas wishes come true with its Angel Tree gift program. As families across Middle Georgia finish up shopping for gifts with less than one week until Chirstmas, there are still some who need help putting presents under the tree. That’s why volunteers gathered at the Salvation Army of Greater…

Monroe County Fire Department selling emergency address signs for increased visibility

The Monroe County Fire Department wants you to know about an offer that could help first responders find you faster in an emergency.

December 19, 2023

Andrew Willis,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Fire Department wants you to know about an offer that could help first responders find you faster in an emergency. The Fire Department is selling high visibility signs online for $20 that you can pick up in person at Fire Station 1. For an extra $5, you can also have the signs delivered…

Anthony Hamilton, Johnny Gill and Leela James to perform at Macon Amphitheater in April 2024

R&B superstars Anthony Hamilton, Johnny Gill and Leela James will perform at the Macon Amphitheater on Saturday, April 13.

December 19, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – R&B superstars Anthony Hamilton, Johnny Gill and Leela James will perform at the Macon Amphitheater on Saturday, April 13. DJ Smooth will also provide music, according to a Tuesday news release from OVG360, which oversees the Macon City Auditorium, Macon Centreplex and Macon Amphitheater. Seated tickets at $79 and lawn tickets are $45, plus taxes and…

List: Macon-Bibb rec centers closing temporarily for routine maintenance

Starting this week, several Macon-Bibb recreation centers will close temporarily for routine maintenance on their gymnasium floors, the county announced on Monday.

December 18, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

File: April 2022MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Starting this week, several Macon-Bibb recreation centers will close temporarily for routine maintenance on their gymnasium floors, the county announced on Monday. The maintenance will require a one-day closure of each facility and a two-day closure of each gymnasium. “The below dates are the closures for the facility, and the gymnasium part will be…

Dublin City Schools’ Dr. Fred Williams named finalist for National Superintendent of the Year

Dublin City Schools says Dr. Fred Williams, the 2024 Georgia Superintendent of the Year, was selected as one of four national finalists from a pool of more than 13,000 candidates.

December 18, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Dr. Fred Williams reacts after being named 2024 Georgia Superintendent of the Year. (Photo: Dublin City Schools)Dr. Fred Williams reacts after being named 2024 Georgia Superintendent of the Year. (Photo; Dublin City Schools)DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Fred Williams is now one of four finalists for National Superintendent of the Year. A Dublin City Schools news…

Coroner: Second stabbing in two days at Macon’s Central State Prison results in another death

It's the second stabbing death involving an inmate at the Fulton Mill Road prison in two days. 28-year-old Hollis Bryant was killed after being stabbed early Sunday morning.

December 18, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (8:30 p.m.) – The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) confirmed the death of Marquis Johnson Monday night. “Johnson was sentenced to 20 years out of Muscogee County for Armed Robbery, with a maximum release date of July 2037,” Joan Heath, the director of the GDC’s Office of Public Affairs said. Heath said Johnson’s body has been turned over to…

Bibb deputies: 2 hospitalized after crash on Pio Nono Avenue

Two people are hospitalized after a crash on Pio Nono Avenue at Rocky Creek Road.

December 18, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people are hospitalized after a crash on Pio Nono Avenue at Rocky Creek Road Sunday afternoon. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says it happened around 3:30 p.m. A 51-year-old Macon woman is in critical condition at Atrium Health Navicent after her Nissan Sentra, which was attempting a left turn at a red light,…

19-year-old Ajaylon Jamyah Gray was arrested at the Travel Lodge in Cordele, Friday morning.

The Macon Community Fridge is continuing its efforts to help families in need during the winter break.

Georgia State Patrol is investigating after a Crawford County deputy's vehicle collided with an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) being driven by a 16-year-old earlier this week.

A Lakeland man admitted guilt in a federal court on Thursday to using an unregistered drone to drop contraband into Macon State Prison in Macon County.

A Bibb County Sheriff's Office deputy has been terminated for breach of security following an investigation into the October escape of four inmates.

Court records show Dukes agreed to plea deals on November 13, to settle charges he raped women in 2017 and 2019 after threatening them with weapons.

Out with the old and in with the new. That's the goal of Operation Reawaken – a new initiative being led by the City of Warner Robins and Mayor LaRhonda Patrick.

It's National Signing Day! Here's a running list of Middle Georgia players who have signed letters of intent or are expected to sign soon.

The Twiggs County Sheriff's Office has been awarded two major traffic grants, totaling over $60,000, by the Governor's Office of Highway Safety to address the increasing number of traffic deaths in the state.

The EOC will receive $4,278,717 through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Head Start grant program.

Demons head coach Shane Sams says the signing event shows how much work it takes for players to reach the next level of their careers.

According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, a deputy noticed a suspicious vehicle near the Dollar General in Davisboro, and initiated a traffic stop.

JAG's Pizzeria and Pub, which has operated in Macon's Mercer Village since 2020, has permanently closed its doors.

The City of Warner Robins is starting "Operation Reawaken" with the demolition of old structures in the Commercial Circle area of the downtown district.

Nearly 2,000 toys and clothing items were donated to the Salvation Army for children to open on Christmas.

The Monroe County Fire Department wants you to know about an offer that could help first responders find you faster in an emergency.

R&B superstars Anthony Hamilton, Johnny Gill and Leela James will perform at the Macon Amphitheater on Saturday, April 13.

Starting this week, several Macon-Bibb recreation centers will close temporarily for routine maintenance on their gymnasium floors, the county announced on Monday.

Dublin City Schools says Dr. Fred Williams, the 2024 Georgia Superintendent of the Year, was selected as one of four national finalists from a pool of more than 13,000 candidates.

It's the second stabbing death involving an inmate at the Fulton Mill Road prison in two days. 28-year-old Hollis Bryant was killed after being stabbed early Sunday morning.

Two people are hospitalized after a crash on Pio Nono Avenue at Rocky Creek Road.

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