Bibb County School District Police Chief Russell Bentley to retire

After decades of service, Chief Russell Bentley, the man responsible for the safety of Bibb County schools, will retire on October 1, marking the end of an era that started in the very classrooms he later helped protect.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After decades of service, Chief Russell Bentley, the man responsible for the safety of Bibb County schools, will retire on October 1, marking the end of an era that started in the very classrooms he later helped protect. Chief Bentley’s journey with the Bibb County School District began at LH Williams Elementary School, where he became…

BS Report: September 27th – Home Field Advantage

The Braves are close to gaining home field advantage throughout the playoffs.

The Braves are close to gaining home field advantage throughout the playoffs. 41NBC’s Bill Shanks, takes a look at the team heading in to the post-season. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, MLB, Playoffs

Historic Macon’s Fall Flea Market offers discounts for members, aims to fund preservation efforts

Historic Macon is hosting its annual fall flea market this weekend, featuring a wide array of items ranging from furniture to vinyl records, as part of its biggest fundraising event of the year.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Historic Macon is hosting its annual fall flea market this weekend, featuring a wide array of items ranging from furniture to vinyl records, as part of its biggest fundraising event of the year. In a recent Facebook post, the organization announced it is working to add 200 new members in celebration of Macon’s bicentennial. Current members…

First Presbyterian Day School in Macon increases security systems

First Presbyterian Day School in Macon has ramped up its security protocols by installing the Centegix security system, a measure aimed at ensuring the safety of students and staff.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – First Presbyterian Day School in Macon has ramped up its security protocols by installing the Centegix security system, a measure aimed at ensuring the safety of students and staff. The Centegix system, which school officials say is utilized by 60% of public schools in Georgia, provides every school employee with a badge. The badge allows individuals…

Miss Georgia visits Bibb County Schools to spread awareness about #yesYOUcan program

Bibb County high schools welcomed a special guest on Wednesday to help motivate students in their future endeavors.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County high schools welcomed a special guest on Wednesday to help motivate students in their future endeavors. Tara Schiphof, Miss Georgia 2023, visited each Bibb County high school in an effort to spread awareness for her #yesYOUcan initiative, part of her community service initiative for the Miss America program. #YesYOUcan focuses on educating people about…

Two teens shot in Warner Robins at Kingsnoll Dr.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Police Department is investigating a shooting that left two teens hospitalized on Tuesday. WRPD says the incident happened at the 100 block of Kingsnoll Drive just before noon, where a 19-year-old and a 16-year old male were found shot. The 19-year-old, identified as Christian Jones, was shot in the abdomen, while the…

Baldwin man arrested for animal cruelty and obstruction

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — In Baldwin county, deputies are investigating a possible dog fighting and animal cruelty case. They’ve seized 25 pit bull terriers, and arrested 42-year old Travis Myrick. Myrick is charged with animal cruelty and obstruction. Deputies went to a home at 108 Second Street to serve an unrelated warrant, and found kennels in a closed building with…

SparkMacon returns to downtown Macon with focus on creating entrepreneurs

SparkMacon’s return to downtown marks a new chapter of business coaching and entrepreneurial resources for anyone looking to start a business.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A lot has changed since the Covid pandemic, including the way we do business. For one Macon startup space, the change is an opportunity to help aspiring entrepreneurs start their own business. Innovation has been the goal of SparkMacon since the startup space and Entrepreneurial Support Organization (ESO) opened in Macon nearly 10 years ago. What…

What to know in Macon-Bibb County as Georgia lifts burn ban this weekend

The Georgia State Environmental Protection Division is lifting its statewide burn ban beginning October 1, and The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department wants residents to know what regulations remain in place.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia State Environmental Protection Division is lifting its statewide burn ban beginning October 1, and The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department wants residents to know what regulations remain in place. Once the burn ban is lifted, residents must have a burn permit to burn yard and land-clearing debris in accordance with the State Fire Prevention Code….

Gary Byrd looks to elevate Macon’s Hotel Forty Five with community-focused initiatives

Hotel Forty Five in downtown Macon is looking to elevate its hotel and dining outlet with new management.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Hotel Forty Five in downtown Macon is looking to elevate its hotel and dining outlet with new management. The hotel recently welcomed Gary Byrd as its new general manager. He most recently served as a GM at The Campbell House, Curio Collection by Hilton in Lexington, Kentucky, and looks to bring his experience to Macon by…

Fort Valley Police Department adds new vehicle to fleet

The Fort Valley Police Department has a new vehicle in its fleet: a 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Fort Valley Police Department has a new vehicle in its fleet: a 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. Chief Anson Evans says it’s all about saving money. “My gas bill was $120,000 just for the year,” he said. Chief Evans says one of the main reasons for the electric-powered vehicle being added to the fleet was…

UPDATE: Macon woman arrested, charged in connection with fatal hit-and-run

UPDATE: A Macon woman is in custody in connection with a fatal hit-and-run earlier this month.

UPDATE (9/26): A Macon woman is in custody in connection with a fatal hit-and-run earlier this month. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says 28-year-old Erica Latee Buckner surrendered to deputies Tuesday morning. She’s charged with driving while license suspended or revoked, hit and run resulting in serious injury or death, hit and run duty to stop at or…

Macon Pride starts week of events with ‘Rainbow Table Talk’

Macon Pride launched its week of events aimed at fostering acceptance and individuality with a "Rainbow Table Talk" at Fall Line Brewing on Monday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon Pride launched its week of events aimed at fostering acceptance and individuality with a “Rainbow Table Talk” at Fall Line Brewing on Monday. The discussion aimed to build understanding and unity in a style inspired by “On The Table Macon.” DeMarcus Beckham, co-founder of Macon Pride, says positive change in the community is important. “Even…

Clouds and humidity increase as rain chances return this week

We will start to see an increase in our cloud cover overnight, with lows much warmer than the past few evening. Isolated showers return this week.

We saw a return of summer weather this weekend in Middle Georgia with highs warming back to the 90s. Clear skies will give way to mostly cloudy skies by tomorrow afternoon. Even with this increase in clouds, we will see highs back in the upper 80s and an increase in humidity. A few showers and storms will be possible, but…

Ingleside Village Antique Centre set to reopen following repairs

The store temporarily closed its doors in August when a severe storm blew the roof off of the building.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In August, Ingleside Village Antique Centre was forced to close its doors due to the building’s roof being blown off by a severe storm. The store is now set to reopen after almost two months of repairs. Ingleside Village Antique Centre first opened 20 years ago and is the only remaining antique store in Macon’s Ingleside…

Museum of Aviation extends open hours

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — You’ll soon have more time to take in the exhibits at the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins. Beginning October 1, hours are returning to their pre-covid schedule. Monday thru Saturday, the museum will be open an hour later from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and will resume Sunday afternoon hours, from 1 until 5…

New apartments approved in Macon along Thomaston and Tucker Rd

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A nearly 300 unit multi-family apartment is approved by Macon-Bibb Planning and Zoning during its meeting this afternoon. The apartments will consist of 13 three-story buildings, having 288 two bedroom room units. Macon-Bibb Planning and Zoning Executive Director, Jefferey Ruggieri, says the apartments will help those who can’t afford to buy a home. “You know it’s…

Man arrested for felony burglary, accused of breaking into Macon doctor’s office

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A 38-year-old man is in jail after breaking into a doctor’s office in downtown Macon on Sunday morning, according to a sheriff’s office news release. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, witnesses saw Eric Andrew Young of Augusta break through the glass door at First Choice Primary Care on Poplar Street. When deputies arrived, they searched…

End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Warner Robins vs. Houston County

Warner Robins leads the all-time head-to-head record 17 to 7.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Week 6 End Zone Game of the Week features a battle between two storied Middle Georgia programs: the Warner Robins Demons and the Houston County Bears. The Warner Robins Demons have started their season under first-year head coach Shane Sams with a 2-2 record. “We started the year out, knowing we replaced a lot on…

Meet 2023 Miss Macon Hannah McGarity

Hannah McGarity earned the title of Miss Macon 2023 in August.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Miss Macon Scholarship Organization has a new Miss Macon and Miss Macon’s Teen. During the competition at the Grand Opera House in downtown Macon, 21-year-old Hannah McGarity earned the title of Miss Macon 2023. And 15-year-old Madilyn Hart took home the Miss Macon Teen 2023 title. In all, seven candidates competed in the categories of…

Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections helps residents register to vote

The Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections is helping residents register to vote and check their registration status in recognition of National Voter Registration Day.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections is helping residents register to vote and check their registration status in recognition of National Voter Registration Day. Tandreeka Jordan, the Chief Deputy Registrar for the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections, says the goal of National Voter Registration day is to get U.S. citizens engaged in the voting process. “It’s…

GDOT urging motorists, pedestrians to stay alert near railroads

September 18-24 is National Rail Safety Week.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is partnering with Operation Lifesaver for National Rail Safety Week September 18-24 to raise awareness about the dangers of crossing or walking near railroads. According to Operation Lifesaver, a pedestrian or vehicle is hit by a train every three hours in the U.S., and more than 2,000 people are injured…

Dry weather continues Wednesday in Middle Georgia

Highs Wednesday will once again warm into the mid-80s with partly cloudy skies. Rain chances return Thursday as a wedge front builds in.

It has been another beautiful day in Middle Georgia with highs back in the mid-80s. Partly cloudy skies will stick around overnight and into Wednesday. Highs will once again make it to the mid-80s with continued low humidity. By Thursday, high pressure will be pushing to our north and east, setting up a wedge front and moving in some additional…

Woman arrested in chase involving stolen ambulance in Monroe County

An Atlanta woman is accused of stealing an ambulance out of Henry County and driving into Monroe County

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrested an Atlanta woman accused of stealing an ambulance out of Henry County. Around 1:20 Tuesday morning, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office was alerted to look out for 58-year-old Andrea Bryant driving a stolen ambulance Deputies say they tried to stop Bryant at Georgia 401, but she continued to drive south…