UPDATE: Missing 19-year-old found safe

According to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 19-year-old Nekeria Coley has been located and is safe.

Nekeria Coley (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE: According to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, 19-year-old Nekeria Coley has been located and is safe. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help in the search for Nekeria Coley, a 19-year-old woman who was reported missing on May 28. Coley was last seen…

Scattered storms possible Wednesday afternoon

A wedge front will be helping to keep us cooler than normal for the week, but increasing moisture will bring a chance for afternoon storms.

It was another nice day in Middle Georgia as we warmed back to the mid 80s. A few showers popped up across the area this evening, with some spots of heavy rain. Overnight, dry weather will return to the area, with lows in the 60s. A wedge front is building in today, and with that, we will continue to see…

Flock license plate readers help Byron Police Department solve entering autos case

Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) cameras are coming to the city of Byron, and they’ve already helped the Police Department solve a major case.

BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) cameras are coming to the city of Byron, and they’ve already helped the Police Department solve a major case. For decades, law enforcement has used ALPRs to solve investigations and locate missing persons, but now, cities across Middle Georgia are adopting Flock Safety cameras that offer around-the-clock monitoring.  ”Imagine having a…

American Red Cross holding 11th annual 41NBC Blood Drive amid summer shortage

The American Red Cross is holding its 11th Annual 41NBC Blood Drive in Middle Georgia, calling on eligible donors to contribute and potentially save lives as the demand for blood in the U.S. surges every two seconds.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The American Red Cross is holding its 11th Annual 41NBC Blood Drive in Middle Georgia, calling on eligible donors to contribute and potentially save lives as the demand for blood in the U.S. surges every two seconds. The Red Cross has identified an ongoing blood shortage during the summer months due to reduced donations over the…

Baldwin County Courthouse undergoing renovations for enhanced space, efficient case resolution

The Baldwin County Courthouse is set for a revamp that promises enhanced space and more efficient case resolution, with renovations expected to be completed by October.

BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin County Courthouse is set for a revamp that promises enhanced space and more efficient case resolution, with renovations expected to be completed by October. During the renovation period, court proceedings will be temporarily relocated to alternative sites, including the Baldwin County Government Building and city municipal court. “We need additional space while the…

Warner Robins family receives mortgage-free home for Memorial Day

The family of fallen USMC Lance Corporal Ronald Freeman received a new mortgage-free home

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 9/11 organization is honoring fallen servicemen and woman by supporting the families they left behind. That includes the Freeman family in Warner Robins. On April 28th, 2011 United States Marine Corps Lance Corporal Ronald Douglas Freeman died after sacrificing himself in order to save his infantry team from an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). He…

5 steps to keep your house in order over summer break

Local professional organizer Darra McClendon says it's important to keep a routine.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Kids are out of school for the summer and spending more time at home. If you want to keep your home in some sort of order, professional organizer Darra McClendon says it’s important to keep a routine. McClendon created Simply Ordered Solutions, a professional organizing and wellness firm that relieves stress for clients by helping…

Fort Valley, Byron ready to host 37th Georgia Peach Festival during harsh harvest season

The cities of Fort Valley and Byron are set to host the 37th annual Georgia Peach Festival, a celebration designed to honor local peach growers and their significant contributions to the food industry, despite a crippling 90% loss in this year's peach harvest.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The cities of Fort Valley and Byron are set to host the 37th annual Georgia Peach Festival, a celebration designed to honor local peach growers and their significant contributions to the food industry, despite a crippling 90% loss in this year’s peach harvest. “This year is so important because we still need to support our…

Sole finalist for Monroe County Schools Superintendent named

Photo Credit to Monroe County SchoolsFORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The sole finalist for Monroe County Schools Superintendent has been named. MCS posted about the finalist on Tuesday, saying that during a called meeting the board named Dr. Jim Finch as the sole finalist for the Superintendent position. Before making the recommendation, the board worked to identify the characteristics they wanted…

UPDATE: Amerson River Park Ocmulgee River drowning victim found

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office, Macon-Bibb Fire Department, Georgia State Patrol and Department of Natural Resources found the 20-year-old victim, Raymund Ellison Jr. of Centerville, just before 2:30 Tuesday afternoon. He was pronounced dead on the scene by Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley.

  UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, Macon-Bibb Fire Department, Georgia State Patrol and Department of Natural Resources found the 20-year-old victim, Raymund Ellison Jr. of Centerville, just before 2:30 Tuesday afternoon. He was pronounced dead on the scene by Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies are searching for a possible drowning victim. According to a press…

Warner Robins Air Force veteran with stage 4 cancer wins new HVAC system

The We Care team donated and installed the new $12,000 system at no cost to the Williams family for the service they provided to the community and the country.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Out with the old and in with the new! That’s what We Care Heating and Air brought to one Warner Robins veteran’s home. James Williams, who served as an airman in the U.S. Air Force, was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in November and had to undergo multiple surgeries along with chemotherapy. As temperatures…

Kidcam Camps debut at Middle Georgia State University

Middle Georgia State University is playing host to Kidcam Camps, a 9-week traditional summer program, providing children with several activities and a chance to foster community engagement after a year marked by COVID-19 restrictions.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia State University is playing host to Kidcam Camps, a 9-week traditional summer program, providing children with several activities and a chance to foster community engagement after a year marked by COVID-19 restrictions. Kidcam Camps, a renowned summer program serving the Southeast for more than 50 years, made its debut at Middle Georgia State this…

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia

(41NBC/WMGT) — The Carter Center is reporting that former First Lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia. The Center’s post came around 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 30th. The Carter Center says Rosalynn continues to live happily at home with her husband, enjoying spring in Plains and visits with loved ones. The statement from the Carter Family describes Rosalynn’s work in being…

Morning Business Report: Job seekers with southern accents could make less money

Stocks are positive after President Joe Biden and House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy reached an agreement over the weekend to raise the debt ceiling and avoid a default. The long negotiations between the White House and congressional leaders raised concern among investors that a default on U.S. debt could take place. Between persistent inflation and a banking crisis, it’s already…

HotWheels competition show features two Georgians

it premiers tonight at 10:00PM

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This weekend my automotive adventures brought me out to Atlanta for the HotWheels Legends Tour which features a very special guest judge that’s going to be on a new show that premiers today on NBC. Before I get to the TV show let me talk about this car show…it’s travelling across the country and into several…

Veterans honor fallen comrades from 1983 B-52G crash on 40th anniversary

Forty years after the tragic 1983 crash of a Boeing B-52G, which led to the loss of all seven crew members onboard, two Air Force veterans journeyed to the crash site to remember and honor those who perished. The ill-fated aircraft was similar to one on display at the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Forty years after the tragic 1983 crash of a Boeing B-52G, which led to the loss of all seven crew members onboard, two Air Force veterans journeyed to the crash site to remember and honor those who perished. The ill-fated aircraft was similar to one on display at the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins….

Warm weather, scattered showers return for the week

As low pressure moves off the east coast, more sunshine is on the way. Scattered showers and storms will be possible throughout the week.

We had a beautiful Memorial Day across Middle Georgia and that nice weather will continue into the week. Overnight we will see lows dropping into the upper 50s and low 60s with partly cloudy skies. Tuesday brings another nice day to the area with a chance for a stray shower. Highs will be warming into the mid 80s by the…

African American veterans remembered at Historic Linwood Cemetery

Residents of the Pleasant Hill Community gathered at Historic Linwood Cemetery Monday to honor fallen service men and women with a wreath laying ceremony.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Residents of the Pleasant Hill Community gathered at Historic Linwood Cemetery Monday to honor fallen service men and women with a wreath laying ceremony. The ceremony was held in the historic Black cemetery in remembrance of African American Veterans laid to rest there. Linwood Cemetery is the final resting place of Marine Sergeant Rodney Davis, who…

City of Warner Robins honors fallen service members with moment of remembrance

 The City of Warner Robins welcomed veterans and community members to Veterans Park at City Hall Monday for a Moment of Remembrance in observance of Memorial Day.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins welcomed veterans and community members to Veterans Park at City Hall Monday for a Moment of Remembrance in observance of Memorial Day. The ceremony included a Presentation of Colors, along with a reading of the poem, “Memorial Day,” by author Annette Wynne. Attendees were asked to observe a moment of silence…

Cochran commemorates Memorial Day, honoring local fallen war heroes

The Cochran community marked Memorial Day Monday with a public gathering at the Cochran City Auditorium.  The event was held to honor the local men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in battle.

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Cochran community marked Memorial Day Monday with a public gathering at the Cochran City Auditorium.  The event was held to honor the local men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in battle. “This is a special day to me because it honors the people that gave everything they had and pays tribute to…

Child drowns in pool at Lizella home

LIZELLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 4 year-old boy drowned in a pool on Sunday, according to Coroner Lonnie Miley. The victim was visiting with family at a relative’s home for the holiday weekend at Grace Trce when he was playing in a pool and had gone under the water. When family noticed he’d gone under, he was taken to the…

Ask Angi: Projects to do before listing your home for sale

The busy season for real estate is almost here! If you’re trying to sell your home, you’re probably also looking for ways to increase its value. In today’s Ask Angi, Home Expert Angie Hicks walks through the best projects to do before listing your home for sale and where to start. Before taking on any projects, Angie recommends having a…