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Bike Walk Macon to host free biking classes in October

Bike Walk Macon will host a free two-part course on bicycling fundamentals next month.

September 28, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon will host a free two-part course on bicycling fundamentals. The course will be held at Carolyn Crayton Park in October. Topics will include essential bike safety tips, how to communicate with fellow commuters and a review on local and state laws. “If you understand your lane positioning, how to signal properly before you…

Warner Robins man arrested in Florida, accused of shooting spree

When arriving on scene, deputies say 21-year-old Gunner Cole fired shots at them. They returned fire, striking him.

September 27, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MIRAMAR BEACH, Florida (41NBC/WMGT) – A Sheriff’s Office in Florida releases body cam footage of a Warner Robins man deputies shot, after they say he went on a shooting spree, killing one person and injuring others. Deputies say on September 21, they heard gunshots in the area of Sandestin in Miramar Beach. As they got closer, dispatch began receiving call…

Drier, warmer weather returns to Middle Georgia Thursday

As rain moves out of the area tonight we will start to see some clearing. Highs Thursday will be warming into the 80s.

September 27, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

It has been a rainy and dreary day across Middle Georgia, but we are starting to see the rain moving out. Overnight, rain will be ending across the area with clouds sticking around through tomorrow. Sunshine will return to the area through the day Thursday with highs warming back to the 80s. Winds will still be gusting up to 20…

Bibb deputies: Wednesday afternoon shooting, crash leaves man hospitalized

A man is in the hospital after a shooting Wednesday afternoon.

September 27, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in the hospital after a shooting and crash Wednesday afternoon. That’s according to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, which stated it happened on Williamson Road near Brad Walsh Parkway just after 4:30 p.m. Deputies were told a 23-year-old man was driving a Chevy Tahoe on Williamson Road when someone in a…

Baldwin County selects Atrium Health Navicent for new ambulance service following Grady EMS exit

Just a month after Grady EMS announced its departure, Baldwin County commissioners have chosen Atrium Health Navicent to provide ambulance services, citing cost-effectiveness as a key factor in the decision.

September 27, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Just a month after Grady EMS announced its departure, Baldwin County commissioners have chosen Atrium Health Navicent to provide ambulance services, citing cost-effectiveness as a key factor in the decision. “Atrium Health Navicent provided an excellent price,” County Manager Carlos Tobar said. The service agreement with Atrium is priced at $195,000 over a three-year period….

Washington County Fire Chiefs propose new budget to maintain quality of fire services

With the rising cost of equipment for firefighters and decline of volunteers, fire departments across Washington County have proposed a new budget to maintain their level of service.

September 27, 2023

Andrew Willis,

TENNILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With the rising cost of equipment for firefighters and decline of volunteers, fire departments across Washington County have proposed a new budget to maintain their level of service. Earlier this month, fire chiefs from the Tennille, Sandersville, Davisboro, Warthen, Deepstep, Harrison and Ohoopee fire departments proposed an annual budget of $1.6 million to the Washington County…

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.

September 27, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

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.

September 27, 2023

David Tufts,

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

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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.

September 27, 2023

Edward Smart,

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.

September 27, 2023

Edward Smart,

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.

September 27, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

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.

September 27, 2023

Haley Janes,

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

September 27, 2023

Haley Janes,

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.

September 26, 2023

Andrew Willis,

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.

September 26, 2023

Andrew Willis,

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.

September 26, 2023

Edward Smart,

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.

September 26, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

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.

September 26, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

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.

September 25, 2023

Edward Smart,

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.

September 25, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

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.

September 25, 2023

Andrew Willis,

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

September 25, 2023

Edward Smart,

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

September 25, 2023

Edward Smart,

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

September 25, 2023

41NBC Web Producer,

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…

Bike Walk Macon will host a free two-part course on bicycling fundamentals next month.

When arriving on scene, deputies say 21-year-old Gunner Cole fired shots at them. They returned fire, striking him.

As rain moves out of the area tonight we will start to see some clearing. Highs Thursday will be warming into the 80s.

A man is in the hospital after a shooting Wednesday afternoon.

Just a month after Grady EMS announced its departure, Baldwin County commissioners have chosen Atrium Health Navicent to provide ambulance services, citing cost-effectiveness as a key factor in the decision.

With the rising cost of equipment for firefighters and decline of volunteers, fire departments across Washington County have proposed a new budget to maintain their level of service.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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