MLK Committee hosts 31st annual MLK Breakfast at the Tubman

The Macon-Bibb Community broke bread together Monday as they celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

MLK Breakfast served at the Tubman MuseumMLK BreakfastMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Community broke bread together Monday as they celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Tubman Museum partnered with the MLK Committee to host the 31st annual breakfast. This year, however, was a little different. People sat in their car to listen in while breakfast was delivered to them….

Colorful Macon Transit Authority mural nearing completion

If you've driven past the Macon Transit Authority lately, you may have noticed all the colorful paint.

MTS Mural nearing completionMacon Transit AuthorityMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you’ve driven past the Macon Transit Authority lately, you may have noticed all the colorful paint. That’s because artist Abraham Abebe is adding the finishing touches to MTA’s newest mural. The artwork is being created to showcase Macon’s unity, according to Abebe. It’s taken him 20 days to complete it….

Genesis Joy House helps families on MLK Day

The shelter needs volunteers and donations to help run day to day operations. If you would like to help, visit genesisjoyhouse.com

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Genesis Joy House shelter is giving away free diapers for families in need. Genesis Joy House is a shelter for homeless female veterans started by CEO Margaret Flowers in 2011. The shelter can currently house seven people. Every year on MLK Day, the shelter looks to provide a service to the community, because that’s what…

Delta Sigma Theta Alumnae, Bird Lady host shoe drive

The Delta Sigma Theta Alumnae chapter, along with Bird Lady Cares Inc., collected shoes Monday to help people in Haiti.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT ) — The Delta Sigma Theta Alumnae chapter, along with Bird Lady Cares Inc., collected shoes Monday to help people in Haiti. The groups also collected canned food for Loaves and Fishes Ministry. People who donated received a brisket sandwich. We spoke with the Atlanta Falcons Bird Lady, Carolyn Freeman, about what it means to host this…

Local shelters see benefits from #BettyWhiteChallenge

People across the nation are honoring TV legend Betty White by giving to animals in need, and shelters in Middle Georgia are seeing the benefits.

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – People across the nation are honoring TV legend Betty White by giving to animals in need, and shelters in Middle Georgia are seeing the benefits. Monday would have been Betty White’s 100 birthday. To celebrate her and her love for animals, shelters across Middle Georgia have been hosting fundraisers in her name. A Betty White Challenge…

Macon-Bibb hosts annual MLK Celebration

Macon-Bibb joined the nation in celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Monday.

Macon-Bibb County hosts annual MLK EventMLK J.r.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb joined the nation in celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Monday. The MLK Jr. Commission held its annual MLK Assembly to remember Dr. King’s life. Several dozen people were there speaking about what the day means to them. Many of them quoted Dr. King…

Houston County NAACP holds MLK Day march

The Houston County NAACP chapter held a march in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday.

Marchers at the Warner Robins MLK marchWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County NAACP chapter held a march in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday. Mayor LaRhonda Patrick was in attendance. Mayor Patrick, the first woman and African-American to be elected as the city’s mayor, spoke about the importance of recognizing MLK’s work. “His courage and boldness…

Shootings at Washington County homes leads to investigation, suspects wanted

TENNILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Shots fired in a subdivision on Holmes Cannery Road brought deputies and investigators to look for suspects on Sunday evening. A social media post from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office says deputies are currently searching for several suspects behind multiple shootings in the Washington County area. Sunday evening, deputies responded to Saras Road concerning a shots…

Morning Business Report: 15th annual Fjord Trends list 5 major changes that employees should adapt to

Accenture’s 15th annual Fjord Trends reports 5 major changes that businesses and employees should adapt to as society evolves. Trends like immediate information and self-care are following this list as a way to promote better workplace conditions. Americans are ending abundant thinking with concerns over supply chain issues effecting the environment. Metaverse has gotten a lot of attention in the…

Washington County teen shot in back

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)    Two Washington County teens are facing charges after a weekend shooting. According to a post on the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, deputies were called to the 500 block of Irwin Avenue where a 16 year old male victim was found shot in the back. The victim was taken to the hospital and is…

Teen shoots 53 year old man on First St.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) A teen is in jail and a man in the hospital after a shooting on First Street and Arch Street just before 4:30 p.m Saturday. According to a release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office a 53-year-old male and 16-year-old juvenile got into an argument near First Street and Arch Street. During the argument the Juvenile pulled…

Bibb deputies: 3-year-old struck by bullet while riding in car with mother Friday night

A 3-year-old boy is in critical condition after being struck in the chest by a bullet Friday night while riding in a car his mother was driving.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 3-year-old boy is in critical condition after being struck in the chest by a bullet Friday night while riding in a car his mother was driving. It happened near the intersection of West Napier Avenue and Mumford Road just after 10 o’clock. Investigators say the child’s mother, a 22-year-old Macon woman, was driving a Lexus…

Brookdale Resource Center seeking volunteers this weekend as cold weather moves in

Two shifts are available: 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. and 12 a.m. to 7 a.m.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Brookdale Resource Center is seeking volunteers this weekend as cold weather moves in. The center is asking for help in two shifts: 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. and 12 a.m. to 7 a.m. It needs at least five people for each team, but it can be more. Security will be provided. If you would like…

Deputies arrest teen for entering autos, looking for two others

Deputies responded to the Park at Northside Apartments on Northside Drive around 2 a.m. after receiving a call for 3 people entering autos.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff deputies arrested a teenager Friday morning for entering automobiles, and are looking for two others. Deputies responded to the Park at Northside Apartments on Northside Drive around 2 a.m. after receiving a call for 3 people entering autos. When deputies arrived on scene, the suspects ran off leading deputies on a foot chase. …

Man arrested for stealing truck from Macon gas station

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the victim was sitting in his truck, when 46-year-old Joseph Wilson opened up the door of the victims truck.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man accused of stealing a car from a gas station was taken into custody Friday morning. The incident happened at the Citgo Gas Station on Pio Nono Avenue just before 8 a.m. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the victim was sitting in his truck, when 46-year-old Joseph Wilson opened up the door of…

Rain returns Saturday, winter weather possible Sunday

Mostly cloudy skies are slowly  moving in across the southeast this evening ahead of our next big storm system. Temperatures during the day will be warming to the upper 50s and low 60s even with cloudy skies in place. By Saturday evening showers, including heavy rain, will be pushing into the area (making for some great sleeping weather). Temperatures overnight…

Georgia Power crews preparing for busy weekend as winter weather approaches

Georgia Power advises Georgians to prepare emergency kits now with extra food, water and blankets in case of any power outages.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Georgia Power crews are already gearing up for what could be a busy weekend. Power outages are expected across the state starting Saturday night and into Sunday. Georgia Power advises Georgians to prepare emergency kits now with extra food, water and blankets in case of any power outages. “If you see tree limbs on power lines,…

Georgia Military College honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Georgia Military College is honoring Martin Luther King Jr. ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday.

Captain William Thompson speaking to the students at Georgia Military CollegeMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia Military College is honoring Martin Luther King Jr. ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday. Captain William Thompson, a civil rights activist and author, spoke to students on Friday. Captain Thompson grew up in Orange County, South Carolina and faced battles growing up…

Young Macon artist’s piece featured in local exhibit

The "Drawn to Macon" exhibit will be open until January 28.

Madyson Hatchings painting Roomscape with ShadowMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Arts Alliance is currently presenting its exhibit “Drawn to Macon.” The exhibit highlights artist from around the globe. Madyson Hatcher, a Macon native, is one of the artists with a piece on display. Hatcher is a sophomore art major at the University of Georgia. She says she wants people…

Macon-Bibb residents say “No” to Brightmark

Brightmark responded Friday to recent pushback.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — More residents opposing the planned Brightmark plastics recycling facility are publicly speaking against the project. Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller officially withdrew his support last week in a letter he sent to the Macon-Bibb Industrial Authority. Residents in a group called “No Brightmark in Bibb” are thankful Mayor Miller withdrew his support. Peg Jones, a group member…

What to expect from Winter Storm Izzy in Middle Georgia

Residents in Baldwin, Washington, and Hancock Counties are bracing for the potential impact of Winter Storm Izzy.

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Residents in Baldwin, Washington, and Hancock Counties are bracing for the potential impact of Winter Storm Izzy. 41NBC Daybreak meteorologist Aaron Lowery has been tracking the storm this week and believes some parts of Middle Georgia will see a small impact. “I’m not thinking we’re going to see much winter weather at all in Middle Georgia,”…

Houston County virtual school applications now open

Current students automatically get enrolled for in-person learning unless their parent or guardian specifically enrolls their child in the virtual program.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A virtual school component is nothing new for Houston County Schools, especially since the beginning of the pandemic. According to the Virtual Learning Coordinator for the Houston County Board of Education, Dave Gibbs, the district found a way to have most of its students do in-person learning safely, but for the last year, about 300 students…