MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office needs your help in a couple of recent theft cases. First, investigators say this person in the picture above was entering offices on the second floor of Wesleyan College without permission on March 8. They say he took credit and debit cards from an employee’s purse, and used them at Walmart…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Tattnall Square Academy running back Yasir Saleem signed his National Letter of Intent to continue his academic and athletic career at Morehouse College. Saleem’s decision to go to Morehouse College is about more than just performing on the field. “The brotherhood. All the great leaders that came out of there, Martin Luther King is just one…
Juan Boone (Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in custody and a Monroe County Sheriff’s Office deputy and K-9 deputy “Gustav” are recovering after a high-speed chase led to a crash Wednesday afternoon on I-75. It happened just after 3:30, according to a Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release. A deputy tried to stop a vehicle…
Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says it has a person of interest in connection to the vandalism of a mural in downtown Macon earlier this month. A mural located outside the Macon Transit Authority was vandalized with black spray paint on or before March 9. Investigators released a surveillance image of the…
Peach County Sheriff reacts to Anitra Gunn Case verdictAnitra GunnFORT VALLEY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Peach County law enforcement is responding to the guilty verdict in the Demarcus Little murder trial. A jury found Little guilty of killing his girlfriend, Fort Valley State University student Anitra Gunn. Peach County Sheriff Terry Deese, says this case impacted many people in the community. He recalls…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened early Tuesday morning. The incident happened on Cherry Avenue near Brentwood Avenue. Deputies say they responded to a call about a person shot. According to the incident report, two people were injured. One victim went to the hospital, and the other was checked out by EMS…
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center responds to reportReportDUBLIN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Department of Veterans Affairs has released a report on several VA hospitals across Georgia. The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center was on of the hospitals listed in the report, citing several issues with the building. According to Manuel Davila, Executive Director of the Medical Center, the building was built in…
Mayor Lester Miller cuts the ribbon on the revitalized Robert Train BuildingMACON, Georgia (41NBC)- Macon-Bibb County along with Bibb County Cooperative Extension opened the revitalized Robert Train building Wednesday. Just outside the Bealls Hill neighborhood, the building will host 4-H programs, community cooking classes and other events. “It’s in a very visible and central location and it’s right next to…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative received a grant to raise awareness for the Ocmulgee National Historical Park. The Knight Foundation awarded the $200,000 grant. The money will be used for advertising for the park as it works toward National Park status. Executive Director of the Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative, Seth Clark, says National…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It’s not everyday kids with disabilities get a day to show off their skills. According to Physical Therapist for Houston County Board of Education, Patti Carriker, the Special Olympics is just the place to do that. “Usually we’re working on activities that help with their educational goals so when we get to come to the Special Olympics….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb Commissioners approved more money for a neighborhood food distribution program. At the Macon-Bibb Commission meeting Tuesday night, Commissioners approved using $500,000 for 17 organizations to help feed those in need. Organizations like “U Create Macon”, “Fathers Among Men”, and “The Mentor’s Project” and more are receiving the money. The money comes as groups can use…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The 25th Annual Youth Symposium is this weekend at the Bloomfield Gilead Rec Center. It’s hosted by Fathers Among Men, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated, and Project Road Warrior. The event is for boys and girls ages 12 to 17. They’ll talk with the kids about the importance of social media and social presence, getting involved in…
Photo Credit to Macon-Bibb CommunicationsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County Commissioners approved the addition of $4 million dollars more to the plan that is turning the Macon Mall into an amphitheater. The Commission approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Urban Development Authority on Tuesday night. The contract issues a total of $44 million dollars in taxable revenue bonds in order…
(41NBC/WMGT) — Science Guy Jason Lindsey shows us this week how he can make a shamrock fly for St. Patrick’s Day! With the help of an old film canister, place water and Alka-Seltzer in the canister and quickly close the lid that has a shamrock taped to it; now you’re gonna want to take a few steps back and watch…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A weak cold front will bring some thunderstorms to Middle Georgia this afternoon, some of which could be severe. Today A few rounds of heavy rain made their way through Middle Georgia during the overnight and early morning hours Wednesday. It’s a bit of relief for those who have been suffering from the rapidly increasing pollen…
Interest rates are expected to go up for the first time in 3 years. Pfizer and BioNTech have asked U.S. health regulators to authorize a second booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine for people 65 years and older. AMC Movie Theatre plans to invest $28 million in a gold and silver mine. GM will begin production next week on the…
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for two suspects who robbed the Circle K Gas Station, at 4461 Ocmulgee East Boulevard at gunpoint. According to a press release the robbery happened just after 11:00 p.m. Tuesday when two men entered the store, one with a gun, and demanded money from the cash register. Once they received an undisclosed amount…
Rain has moved in across Middle Georgia this afternoon, becoming widespread overnight. Not expecting much in the way of thunderstorms through the night. By tomorrow morning we will see periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms across Middle Georgia. A few storms could become strong to severe, especially in areas that can see some sun, and get daytime heating. Main threats…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger was the guest speaker at the Warner Robins Rotary Club Tuesday afternoon. He spoke about claims surrounding the past few elections, including supposed issues with ballot stuffing in Fulton County. He also addressed claims that dead or underage voters were able to vote in the 2020 election. He says those claims…
Baldwin County leaders and City government come together to discuss crimeCrime PlanMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Milledgeville is working with Baldwin County to combat recent crime in the community. Leaders have held several meetings since November to address the issue. “We believe that our situation seems to be improving,” Baldwin County Commission Chairman Henry Craig said. “If you review our statistics…
Bruce Elementary students and staff participate in a peace marchMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District is participating in Peace Week. The week is part of a Positive Behavioral Intervention Support or “PBIS” initiative to promote acceptance within schools. Bibb County PBIS Coordinator, Curlandra Lightfoot-Smith, says being able to teach children healthy habits is important for success in…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — You might be feeling the pain at the pump due to an increase in gas prices. Dr. Greg George with Middle Georgia State University says the high prices are based on several factors including the pandemic, an increase in demand, inflation and the war between Russia and Ukraine. He says gas prices would normally be lower…
DeMarcus Little (Peach County Sheriff’s Office)FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Demarcus Little was found guilty of murder Tuesday in the death of Fort Valley State University student Anitra Gunn in February 2020. Assistant District Attorney Cindy Adams tells 41NBC Little was found guilty on felony murder and aggravated assault-death by strangulation. He was found not guilty on the charge of…
VA Medical CenterDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Dublin’s Mayor responded Tuesday to a recent U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs report that recommended the closure of the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center. In a statement posted on the city’s Facebook page, Mayor Joshua Kight said he spoke with Carl Vinson VA Director Manuel Davila about the report on Tuesday….