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UPDATE: Armed man who barricaded himself inside restroom at Atrium Health Navicent dies

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says a man who barricaded himself inside a restroom Wednesday night has died.

January 17, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Clay PoulnottUPDATE (9 a.m.) – Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones identified the man who died after barricading himself in a restroom at Atrium Health Navicent Wednesday night as 49-year-old Christopher Valentine. UPDATE (3:45 a.m.) – Atrium Health Navicent released an additional statement after the man who barricaded himself inside a restroom Wednesday night died: “We are thankful for the assistance of…

Macon community rallies to combat surge in opioid overdoses

Macon-Bibb sees 200% rise in opioid overdoses since 2018; local groups and officials mobilize for education and prevention

January 17, 2024

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Following a sharp increase in opioid overdoses in Macon-Bibb in recent years, community partners are coming together to reduce them through action and education. From prescription medication like morphine or hydrocodone to illegal drugs like heroin or fentanyl, opioid misuse has grown increasingly common in recent years. In Macon-Bibb County, the rate of opioid overdoses has…

River Edge Behavioral Health expanding in 2024

There will be new administrative offices, an outpatient clinic and a housing project.

January 17, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – River Edge Behavioral Health is expanding in 2024 with new administrative offices, an outpatient clinic and a housing project. In Feburary, River Edge will begin construction at Riverside Plaza behind QuikTrip on Riverside Drive in north Macon. A new outpatient clinic building will include behavioral health urgent care, child and adolescent outpatient services and substance use…

Very cold today

January 17, 2024

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Folks it’s extremely cold outside this morning with temperatures ranging from 16-22 degrees. There is also wind chills in the single digits in our northern counties. You need to layer up as you head out the door this morning and continue to have the coat this afternoon. Today we warm up to the mid 40s with winds…

Warner Robins announces 2024 Independence Day Celebration lineup

The city says due to overwhelming community feedback following last year's rainout, it's bringing back two acts that were unable to perform.

January 16, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins announces the lineup for the 41st Annual Independence Day Celebration Event set to take place on Saturday, June 29. The city says due to overwhelming community feedback following last year’s rainout, it’s bringing back two acts that were unable to perform. Grammy-winning songwriter, solo artist and the voice of Creed,…

Macon shelters prepare to house the homeless ahead of freezing temperatures

In response to the freezing temperatures forecasted for Macon, local organizations, including the Salvation Army of Greater Macon, Brookdale Resource Center, Loaves and Fishes Ministry, and Daybreak, are joining forces to provide shelter to those in need.

January 16, 2024

Dejon Campbell,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In response to the freezing temperatures forecasted for Macon, local organizations, including the Salvation Army of Greater Macon, Brookdale Resource Center, Loaves and Fishes Ministry, and Daybreak, are joining forces to provide shelter to those in need. “We’re not turning anyone away,” Latresa White, the Social Services Director of the Salvation Army of Greater Macon, said….

Bibb County Sheriff David Davis appointed to State Advisory Group

"I am proud to have been selected by Governor Kemp to join this committee group," Davis said.

January 16, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Bibb County Sheriff David Davis was recently appointed to the Juvenile Justice State Advisory Board by Governor Brian Kemp. This board serves in an advisory capacity to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council and will help oversee and advise on the preparation and implementation of the State’s Juvenile Justice three-year plan. The Board also helps set funding priorities…

Speed cameras to go live outside Stratford Academy on February 5

Only warnings will initially be issued in the new zone, and full enforcement with tickets will begin on March 6.

January 16, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

Perry Schools cameras now operationalPerry School CamerasMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Speed limit cameras continue to be installed throughout Bibb County school zones. The newest cameras will be added to Stratford Academy and will be activated on February 5. Only warnings will initially be issued in the new zone, and full enforcement with tickets will begin on March 6. Speed limit…

Extreme cold expected across Middle Georgia overnight

January 16, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A blast of arctic air will drive temperatures below 20 degrees tonight across much of Middle Georgia. The Rest of the Evening Any remaining high level clouds over the region will work to clear out through this evening. Winds will remain a bit breezy from the northwest tonight as they range from about 6-15 mph. Gusts…

Bibb County elementary school launches Walking School Bus Program in effort to boost attendance, safety

L. H. Williams Elementary, located in the Pleasant Hill community, has partnered with Community Schools United to launch a Walking School Bus program, which aims to help students get to school safely.

January 16, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – L. H. Williams Elementary, located in the Pleasant Hill community, has partnered with Community Schools United to launch a Walking School Bus program, which aims to help students get to school safely. Attendance has been a major concern for years, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted learning loss. Community Schools United Coordinator, Emma Steinhaus, noticed…

Macon man sentenced to life for sexual assault of minors

Torrence Thornton convicted on multiple counts including rape and sodomy

January 16, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Torrence Thornton (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man accused of sexually molesting his 14-year-old neighbor and another young victim was found guilty of several charges on Tuesday and sentenced to three consecutive life sentences plus 90 years. A Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office news release says a Bibb County Superior Court jury reached their verdict…

Houston County Coroner: Man hit, killed in Kroger parking lot

The victim, 59-year-old David Bryant Webb, was hit by a trash truck behind the Kroger on Highway 96 in Warner Robins.

January 16, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One person is dead after being hit by a vehicle Tuesday morning in Houston County. The victim, 59-year-old David Bryant Webb of Manchester, Georgia, was hit by a trash truck behind the Kroger on Highway 96 in Warner Robins. He was pronounced dead on the scene by Houston County Coroner James Williams. Coroner Williams says…

Cold and rain today

January 16, 2024

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Not a very cold start this morning as we are in the upper 40s to low 50s across the area. On radar there are a few showers that will continue through the morning hours to the early afternoon. The chance of rain today is at 50 percent, however I can’t rule out the possibility of a wintry…

Atrium Health employees receive 3% pay increase to start new year

This is the fifth pay increase for Atrium within the past four years, bringing the healthcare provider’s minimum wage to $15 an hour.

January 15, 2024

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Starting next week, employees of Atrium Health Navicent can expect a pay increase. That includes more than 6,000 employees in Middle Georgia receiving a 3% raise. This is the fifth pay increase for Atrium in the past four years, bringing the healthcare provider’s minimum wage to $15 an hour. Some positions will also receive scaled pay…

Macon commemorates Martin Luther King Jr. with unity march

Hundreds of people from all walks of life came together on Monday to honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and continue his fight for justice and equality.

January 15, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Hundreds of people from all walks of life came together on Monday to honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and continue his fight for justice and equality. County officials, faith leaders and members of the community marched for miles from four separate starting points to gather together as one group at City…

‘Wilco Elevating Together’ initiative to improve rural wellness through community engagement

The initiative aims to give residents of Wilkinson County resources to improve public parks, address food insecurity, raise health awareness through education and provide job training.

January 15, 2024

Andrew Willis,

GORDON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In rural counties, it can be hard to access resources that can improve health and overall wellness for residents, but there’s a new program in Wilkinson County that’s expected to bridge that gap. Belinda Hunt, a lifelong resident of Wilkinson County, attends St. John Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church in Gordon. She serves as program director…

Cold rain showers expected tonight/early tomorrow

January 15, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A slow moving cold front will bring some scattered cold rain showers to Middle Georgia tonight and early tomorrow. The Rest of the Evening Cloud cover will continue to fill in over Middle Georgia, especially once the sun sets. Temperatures will steadily drop into the upper 30s and lower 40s tonight. Winds will largely come…

Ron Rodgers to run for Bibb County Sheriff

Ron Rodgers has declared his candidacy for Bibb County Sheriff.

January 15, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Ron Rodgers (Photo: Ron Rodgers for Sheriff)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Ron Rodgers has declared his candidacy for Bibb County Sheriff. A campaign launch event is set for 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 17 at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame in downtown Macon. According to a campaign news release, Rodgers is a Macon resident, Fort Valley State University graduate and…

MLK Day Forecast

January 15, 2024

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Good morning!! Happy MLK Day to you and yours. This morning we are starting out cold in the 30s and 40s with cloud coverage. Today will not be bad across Middle Georgia with temperatures in the low to mid 60s with mostly cloudy skies. Any MLK Day plans look good, however a light jacket may be needed for…

Al Tillman shifts focus to entertainment, mentorship following resignation announcement

On the heels of his January 9 announcement of an immediate resignation, former Macon-Bibb County Commissioner Al Tillman is sharing what he wants his next chapter to look like.

January 14, 2024

Dejon Campbell,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – On the heels of his January 9 announcement of an immediate resignation, former Macon-Bibb County Commissioner Al Tillman is sharing what he wants his next chapter to look like. “We want to be able to offer our services as an entertainment commission,” Tillman said to a crowd gathered at Macon Mall on Sunday for an event…

Local organizations use Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Breakfast to pass baton to next generation

The Houston County MLK Unity Breakfast has been in existence for 27 years, with the college fair being added for the first time this year

January 14, 2024

Dejon Campbell,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 27th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Breakfast and College Fair, held Saturday in Warner Robins, featured soul stirring music, words of empowerment and an opportunity to connect with colleges. “We have to show homage to him and his dream,” event organizer Ira Foster, Esq., said. Since the program launched, Foster has been…

Man arrested in connection with shooting in downtown Macon

The suspect was identified as 55-year-old Darrell Bernard Washington of Macon. He was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.

January 14, 2024

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputies, with assistance from Georgia State Patrol, arrested a man wanted in connection with an aggravated assault that occurred at JBA, located at 425 Cherry Street, on Saturday night. Deputies say that around 10:30 p.m., shots were fired after a heated verbal and physical altercation amongst patrons outside of JBA. The establishment…

Deputies: Man hospitalized after early Sunday shooting in Hawkinsville

A man is in stable condition after a shooting early Sunday morning in Hawkinsville.

January 14, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is in stable condition after a shooting early Sunday morning in Hawkinsville. A Houston County Sheriff’s Office news release says it happened just before 1:30 a.m. Sunday at 206 Pitts Road. The victim was only identified as a white male. He was taken to Atrium Health Navicent by Houston Healthcare Emergency Medical Services. Call…

Bibb deputies: Stolen Lexus found after robbery on Mercer University Drive, suspects still being sought

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a robbery that happened at 5021 Mercer University Drive early Saturday morning.

January 13, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a robbery that happened at 5021 Mercer University Drive early Saturday morning. A sheriff’s office news release says deputies were told two “white male subjects” entered a business through a window just before 3 a.m. and struck someone inside with an unknown object before stealing…

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says a man who barricaded himself inside a restroom Wednesday night has died.

Macon-Bibb sees 200% rise in opioid overdoses since 2018; local groups and officials mobilize for education and prevention

There will be new administrative offices, an outpatient clinic and a housing project.

The city says due to overwhelming community feedback following last year's rainout, it's bringing back two acts that were unable to perform.

In response to the freezing temperatures forecasted for Macon, local organizations, including the Salvation Army of Greater Macon, Brookdale Resource Center, Loaves and Fishes Ministry, and Daybreak, are joining forces to provide shelter to those in need.

"I am proud to have been selected by Governor Kemp to join this committee group," Davis said.

Only warnings will initially be issued in the new zone, and full enforcement with tickets will begin on March 6.

L. H. Williams Elementary, located in the Pleasant Hill community, has partnered with Community Schools United to launch a Walking School Bus program, which aims to help students get to school safely.

Torrence Thornton convicted on multiple counts including rape and sodomy

The victim, 59-year-old David Bryant Webb, was hit by a trash truck behind the Kroger on Highway 96 in Warner Robins.

This is the fifth pay increase for Atrium within the past four years, bringing the healthcare provider’s minimum wage to $15 an hour.

Hundreds of people from all walks of life came together on Monday to honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and continue his fight for justice and equality.

The initiative aims to give residents of Wilkinson County resources to improve public parks, address food insecurity, raise health awareness through education and provide job training.

Ron Rodgers has declared his candidacy for Bibb County Sheriff.

On the heels of his January 9 announcement of an immediate resignation, former Macon-Bibb County Commissioner Al Tillman is sharing what he wants his next chapter to look like.

The Houston County MLK Unity Breakfast has been in existence for 27 years, with the college fair being added for the first time this year

The suspect was identified as 55-year-old Darrell Bernard Washington of Macon. He was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.

A man is in stable condition after a shooting early Sunday morning in Hawkinsville.

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a robbery that happened at 5021 Mercer University Drive early Saturday morning.

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