Jones County man shot in head, suspect arrested in Monroe County
The investigation revealed a dispute over alleged stolen property had escalated to physical violence.
Second suspect captured in deadly Thirsty Turtle shooting
Bibb County Investigators served arrest warrants on 22-year-old Damion Jarrod Tuff.
Suspect in connection to triple shooting turns himself in
26-year-old Treavon Girtman met with investigators for questioning.
Air Purifiers installed in Bodyplex in Milledgeville
Air purifiers known as Reme Halo’s were installed to help combat Covid-19 in the air. MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Bodyplex partnered with Cool Max Heating and Air to install air purifiers. After many gyms closed for the pandemic, they took steps to keep their members safe. “We installed them in my house first and then I was like we can kind…
Rainy weekend on the way
Rain will be filtering back in across Middle Georgia tonight, as a low pressure center moves closer to the area. This will begin a rainy period across Georgia that will last for most of the day on Saturday. While thunderstorms are not expected, we could see some periods of heavy rain. Highs will be staying in the upper 40’s and…
Macon sculptor transforms bus stop into visual art
MACON, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon’s first ‘Art Stop’ is complete — thanks to the Macon Arts Alliance and the Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority. Macon’s first ‘Art Stop’ at the intersection of Cherry Street and MLK has been transformed into visual art. “Make it playful. Make it lighthearted. Not controversial, something that everybody can enjoy,” said Macon artist James Bodell of…
New COVID-19 testing scam in Jones County
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After getting calls about a new COVID-19 scam, Jones County law enforcement asks residents to stay vigilant. Scammers will offer an at-home testing option, then solicit personal information like a home address or insurance. Michael Hokanson with the North Central Health District says they’ve received calls about the same scam. “We’ve gotten about four calls from…
Local businesses prepare for Valentine’s Day rush
“Valentine’s day is basically our Super Bowl of the year.”
BCSD makes changes in preparation of students returning to class
School officials will limit class sizes to 20, and each student will be at least 4.5 feet apart.
Atrium Health Navicent Medical Center opens breast milk depot
Donations go to Virginia for processing and pasteurizing.
Local senior center collect socks for homeless
Friday is the last day to show love to the less fortunate ahead of Valentine’s Day.
Four people arrested in Houston County drug bust
During the search, investigators seized more than two kilograms of meth.
Bibb deputies arrest Byron man in stolen truck after chase
42-year-old Obie Toliver III jumped out of the truck and ran into the woods, but was later caught.
Axe throwing venue helps exes celebrate anti-Valentine’s Day
Splinters Axe House in Warner Robins will host a Valentine’s Day special. WARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41 NBC/WMGT) — Splinters Axe House will host a 2-in-1 event. This includes a regular Valentine’s Day special, wherein the public can bring their significant other — two for $25. The second option for those anti-Valentine’s will be stupid cupid. You can bring a picture of…
Houston County Board of Education looking to continue ESPLOST
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Houston County Board of Education wants to continue the Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax. Robins Regional Chamber hosted an Eggs and Issues forum Thursday with Superintendent Dr. Mark Scott. He talked about the effectiveness of ESPLOST and how the one-cent sales tax benefits the school system. “The ESPLOST has funded a lot of…
Suspect arrested in connection with Montpelier Avenue murder investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County sheriff’s deputies arrested a suspect wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of Nadia Symone Andrews. This is according to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities say the arrest happened during a traffic stop in Beckley, West Virginia, Wednesday night. According to the Beckley Police Department, 20-year-old Henry Jaquez Albritton…
Students serenade seniors isolated due to the pandemic
They sing songs from Elvis to Johnny Cash.
Macon man gives back to community through photography
“I believe Macon has so many great stories inside that need to be told.”
BCSO looking for man wanted in connection to triple shooting
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help locating a man wanted in connection to a shooting this week.
BCSO, BBB warns of scams on dating apps as Valentine’s Day approaches
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Many people are turning to online dating during the pandemic. The Better Business Bureau and the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office want to make sure you stay safe in the process. Hunter Jones —director of business services for the better business bureau— says there are red flags to look for as we approach Valentine’s Day. He says it’s…
Bibb County Schools adding ionization devices to HVAC systems
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County School District is adding needlepoint bi-polar ionization devices to school HVAC systems. Originally, the devices were meant to purify the air of dirt, dust, and mold. According to a school district news release, the devices can eliminate 99.9 percent of infectious pathogens, including the virus that causes Covid-19. Jeremy Timmerman —school district communications…
Middle Georgia sees slight decline in COVID cases, but doctors say threat is still high
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia is seeing a slow decline in the number of COVID cases according to a weekly COVID report conducted by the White House. 41NBC spoke to medical experts to see if Middle Georgia healthcare systems and hospitals are seeing the same trend. “We still have very high spread in all of our counties but it is a…
Macon residents learn how to use repair request app
Burdell-Hunt Elementary School staff teamed up with OneMacon! community Wednesday to learn about how they can make the community a better place.
Man dies in Jones County crash involving dump truck
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 60-year-old man, from Griffin, Georgia, dies in an afternoon crash in Jones County. According to the Georgia Department of Transportation, the crash happened around 2:00pm Tuesday on Eatonton Highway near Harris Morton Road. Jones County Coroner Matt Jarrett reports Charles Jackson was driving a dump truck along Eatonton Highway when the truck left the roadway….