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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,…

Sunny skies return to begin the new week

December 18, 2023

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Chilly but sunny conditions have returned to Middle Georgia following the rain from this past weekend. This Past Weekend Parts of Middle Georgia saw very little rain, while others saw more than their fair share. Totals are posted above. The Rest of the Evening Clear skies will stay with Middle Georgia along with chilling breezes from…

UPDATE: GDC releases additional information following stabbing death of inmate

Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones identified the man who died as 28-year-old Hollis Bryant.

December 18, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (12/18): The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) has provided additional details about the stabbing death of an inmate. Joan Heath, the GDC’s Director of the Office of Public Affairs, confirmed the death on Monday, saying it happened as a result of an altercation with inmate Carlos Gadson. “Bryant was sentenced to Life for Murder out of Toombs Co.,” Heath…

Roberts Christmas Tree Farm offers tips to find, care for your live Christmas tree

“Check your water stand daily," Christopher Roberts said. "These things will surprise you (at) how much water they can consume over a 24-hour period,” Roberts explained.

December 18, 2023

Andrew Willis,

BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – For many families, picking out a live Christmas tree is a tradition, but if you’re a first time buyer, knowing how to care for a tree can be tricky. That’s why Robert’s Christmas Tree Farm in Byron has some tips for picking out the perfect tree and how to keep it fresh through the holiday. Since…

Bibb deputies: Pedestrian hospitalized after being struck on Arkwright Road, 25-year-old dies in separate crash

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is still investigating both crashes.

December 18, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle Sunday night on Arkwright Road, and a man is dead after a separate crash on I-75 earlier in the day. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says a 45-year-old man was crossing Arkwright near River Place Drive around 8:30 p.m. when he was…

Sunshine returns

December 18, 2023

Chris Denmark,

We saw lots of rainfall and windy conditions this weekend across Middle Georgia most of the rainfall fell east of I-75. The highest amount of rainfall was in Johnson county which saw 4 inches. This morning we were cold in the the 40s with mostly clear skies. Today we will warm up to the mid 50s across the area with…

Downtown Macon set to host annual Christmas Parade

The parade begins Sunday, December 17 at 4 p.m.

December 15, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Downtown Macon is set to host its annual Christmas Parade this weekend. The parade begins Sunday, December 17 at 4 p.m., and will travel up Cherry Street to First Street, then take right onto First Street to Mulberry Street, and right onto Mulberry Street to MLK Jr. Boulevard where it will end. The following streets will…

‘Kid Boss Holiday Market’ a success for young entrepreneurs

Students turned their passion into profit by becoming entrepreneurs for the day.

December 15, 2023

Fiona King,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Achieve Academy in Warner Robins held its annual “Bored to Boss” entrepreneurship program on Friday. Students turned their passion into profit by becoming entrepreneurs for the day. The program focuses on providing high-quality educational programs for students. At the “Kid Boss Holiday Market,” students each came up with a product or service to sell. They…

Macon-Bibb leadership to expand sports tourism, grow local economy

Friday morning, Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller announced plans to invest SPLOST money in expanding recreational facilities and promoting sports tourism to help grow the local economy.

December 15, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sports have always been a part of Macon-Bibb county’s cultural heritage. With current and future investments in recreation, the county is now setting its sights on becoming a hub for sports tourism. From historic landmarks like Luther Williams Baseball Field to newly constructed indoor Pickleball courts, there are plenty of opportunities for recreation in the county….

First Rhythm & Rally Pickleball tournament happening this weekend

Pickleball players both locally and across the country are gearing up for the first-ever tournament at the world's largest indoor pickleball facility.

December 15, 2023

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Pickleball players both locally and across the country are gearing up for the first-ever tournament at the world’s largest indoor Pickleball facility. The tournament, called the Georgia Candy Cane Classic, is hosted by Southern Pickleball Assocation, and it is set to take place this weekend at Rhythm and Rally in Macon. More than 600 players from…

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.

Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones identified the man who died as 28-year-old Hollis Bryant.

“Check your water stand daily," Christopher Roberts said. "These things will surprise you (at) how much water they can consume over a 24-hour period,” Roberts explained.

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is still investigating both crashes.

The parade begins Sunday, December 17 at 4 p.m.

Students turned their passion into profit by becoming entrepreneurs for the day.

Friday morning, Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller announced plans to invest SPLOST money in expanding recreational facilities and promoting sports tourism to help grow the local economy.

Pickleball players both locally and across the country are gearing up for the first-ever tournament at the world's largest indoor pickleball facility.

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