Fort Valley Church holds Christmas toy drive for families in need

The toy drive started in 2020, when Pastor Anthony Dixon saw a need for the church to help in the community.

MACON, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT)- St. Peter AME Church hosted its second annual toy drive Thursday. The toy drive started in 2020, when Pastor Anthony Dixon saw a need for the church to help in the community. With the help of the community, the church collected 1,000 toys to help 100 families in Fort Valley. Pastor Dixon says the toy drive is…

Fort Valley State University student killed at home in South Carolina

Investigators say 23 year-old MiAysha Brannon was shot and killed by her father.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Fort Valley State University community is mourning the death of a student. Investigators say 23 year-old MiAysha Brannon was shot and killed by her father while visiting home in South Carolina. According to a Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office report, there was a domestic dispute Sunday morning that is thought to have led to the…

UPDATE: 3 Arrested in connection to November fatal shooting in Milledgeville

  UPDATE: (12/23/2021) — Deputies arrested 3 suspects in connection to the fatal shooting of Javon Jackson that took place in November. Booking reports from the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office say 24 year-old T’andre Alexander, 19 year-old Garuyntae Ivey, and 17 year-old Devion Boyd were arrested Tuesday morning for murder. Jackson was found shot in the Southwood Mobile Home Park…

U-Haul stolen from family in Macon, located in Atlanta

According to the family, a piano and some children's toys were the only things left in the back of the U-Haul.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Police located the U-Haul stolen from a family in Macon earlier this month. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says a family moving from Florida to Alabama stopped at the Macon Marriott on Coliseum Drive December 13 to rest. Hours later, someone stole their U-Haul with everything they owned inside it. The U-Haul was recently found abandoned on…

BS Report: December 22nd – Gifts for Georgia Sports Fans

Georgia sports fans have had a good year in 2021, will next year be even better?

Georgia sports fans have had a good year in 2021, receiving a gift we’ve been waiting over two decades for with the Braves taking the World Series. Now that the Dawgs are in position to make history as well, would it be greedy to want 2022 to be just as generous? Categories: Sports

Atrium Health Nacvicent details how to have a safe holiday with new Covid-19 variant

Doctors remind everyone to frequently wash your hands, wear a mask and social distance.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It’s that time of the year where people are gathering with family to celebrate the holidays. Before you get together though, there are a few tips to keep in mind to stay safe from Covid-19 and the new Omicron variant. Doctors remind everyone to frequently wash your hands, wear a mask and social distance. “The fact is…

Greek Corner Pizza catches fire

Fire officials arrived on scene to heavy smoke coming from the building.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-  The Greek Corner Pizza restaurant on Vineville Avenue caught fire just before 11 a.m Wednesday. Fire officials arrived on scene to heavy smoke coming from the building. Owner of the restaurant, Arty Passias, was the only one in the building when the fire started. He says, the business just received a 98 on their health and safety…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office unveils new camera system

The tool will survey large events.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office unveiled a new camera system Wednesday. The enforcement device has two cameras sitting on top of a retractable pole. There’s one pan and tilt camera, and a 360 degree view camera. The Macon-Bibb Law Enforcement Foundation donated the $26,000 dollar tool. The tool will survey large events. Bibb County deputies say the…

Animal shelters warning against pets as Christmas presents

Christmas is known as dumping season, and it has local shelters reminding people that a pet is a fur-ever commitment.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)–  “People want to go and adopt an animal for a family member or a friend, thinking that it’s a good idea,” Animal Control Officer Jessica McAbee explained. “Then we’ve got people calling after it’s not in the puppy stage anymore wanting to return it.” McAbee says Christmas is always tough for her and her coworkers at Warner…

Woman wanted for fraud and forgery in Macon and Milledgeville banks

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A woman is wanted for forgery and fraud in Bibb County after wrongfully obtaining money from several banks in the middle Georgia area while assuming others’ identities and cashing fraudulent checks. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding a suspect after a victim reported that their identity was being used…

Fire on Vineville Avenue burns up pizza restaurant; no injuries reported

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Wednesday morning, Macon-Bibb fire crews responded to a fire in the Greek Corner Pizza restaurant on Vineville Avenue. Captain Jimmy Hollis with the Fire Department says the cause of the fire is still under investigation, and they’re still looking into where it started. A reporter at the scene says that there was only one person present…

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office warns about ‘work from home’ scam

It's a scam of a job listing through Facebook Market place. Scammers persuade you to think the job is real and ask for your information.

FORSYTH, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— A scam that has been going on for years, known as the ‘work from home’ scam, is causing concern with several residents in Monroe County. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office took to Facebook to address the increase and warn people about the scam. It’s a scam of a job listing through Facebook Market place. Scammers persuade you to…

Wreaths laid at Rose Hill Cemetery to honor those buried

This was the third year Rose Hill Cemetery was included in the ceremony. The first year organizers laid 40 wreaths. This year they laid 450.

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Each year in December, people across the country come together to participate in Wreaths Across America, where wreaths are laid on Veterans’ graves. This was the third year Rose Hill Cemetery was included in the ceremony. The first year organizers laid 40 wreaths. This year they laid 450. Emily Woodyard is the Coordinator for Wreaths Across America. She…

Santa to visit Macon just two days before Christmas

Commissioner Paul Bronson hopes seeing Santa will bring a smile to peoples faces.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Santa Claus will visit Middle Georgia early this year, just two days before he delivers toys around the world. Saint Nick will joyride through Macon on a fire truck on Thursday at 6 p.m. Macon-Bibb Commissioner Paul Bronson wants families to come out and take pictures as Santa rides through their neighborhood. He hopes seeing Santa will…

Making Music Winter: How one woman is spreading holiday joy through song

Giving does not always have to be money or gifts, it can also be a gift from the heart like music.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– Christmas is known as the season of giving. Normally people think of this as giving presents or charitable donations, but Gloria Stanley is choosing to give something a little more unique this year. “When people come and donate their time, they don’t understand what a special resource that is for us,” said Missy Maloy at the Brookdale…

Atrium Hospital opens Food as Medicine Market

"Instead of being reactive and prescribing medications, we're trying to be proactive by helping people live healthy lifestyles."

MACON, Ga (41NBC/WMGT)- Atrium Health Navicent opened a Food as Medicine Market called Farm-acy. The goal of the Food as Medicine Market is to cut down on the amount of medications prescribed. Doctors will be able to write prescriptions for healthy food for patients. “Instead of being reactive and prescribing medications, we’re trying to be proactive by helping people live…

Ask Angi: Getting a Home Inspection

(41NBC/WMGT) — In this edition of Ask Angi, Bailey Carson speaks on the importance of getting a home inspection, and what to expect from the process when you get one. Home Inspections can be valuable investment for multiple reasons- if you’re looking to buy, sell, or just catch potential problems with your home early on. Carson says if you can’t…

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores December 13-17

Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, December 13 and Friday, December 17, 2021.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, December 13 and Friday, December 17, 2021. All scores of 75 and below are shown in red. All scores between 76 and 85 are shown in orange. All scores between 86-99 are shown in black. All scores of…

North Central Health District shares tips on how to stay safe from Covid

"You don't want to be in a situation where you're creating a situation that is prime for spreading of any kind of disease."

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Covid cases are increasing in Georgia and across the country. Public Information Officer for North Central Health District, Michael Hokanson, says Middle Georgia is seeing a slight increase in cases. He says it’s something for people who are planning events and holiday gatherings should keep an eye on. “We do advocate for individuals doing a personal risk…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office shares holiday scams to be aware of

"Something I wasn't very aware of is that bail bonding scams are out there now," said Captain George Meadows.

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The holidays are a time to be with family and give gifts. For some though, the holidays can end in a scam. Whether you’re shopping online or right from your phone, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office reports people falling for scams they may not even know of. “Something I wasn’t very aware of is that bail bonding scams…

Witherite Law Group, Overtyme keeps students fed during winter break

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Students in Bibb County may be out of school for winter break, but they won’t be left without a warm meal. Witherite Law Group partnered with Overtyme Bar and Grill in Macon, to provide free meals to all Bibb County students on Monday. They prepared 100 meals that included: a corn dog, tater tots, applesauce, and a drink….