Monroe County deputies find escaped inmate
Monroe County K-9 tracked Jason Goolsby and found him hiding in a tent covered by brush.
Ask Angi: Love Where You Live
Now, more than ever, the home is so important. It’s where we spend our time, raise our families, entertain, work and study – and it’s a large financial investment, no matter whether you own or rent. Over the past year, you may have noticed some areas of your home that no longer fit your lifestyle and need to be upgraded….
Man charged with murder for killing teenagers in Johnson County
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has named a suspect in the Johnson County murders of two teenagers. 22-year old Daniel Payton Brinson of Washington County is charged with two counts of malice murder for the deaths of 18-year old Destiny Hope Kight of Wrightsville and 18-year old Charles Jaylon Garrett of East Dublin. Kight and Garrett were…
Coroner: Man shot multiple times, killed on Churchill Street in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is working to figure out how a body ended up under a mattress at an illegal dumping site in Macon. Deputies say someone walking along Churchill Street in Macon found the body under debris around 9:30 Friday morning. Coroner Leon Jones identified the victim as 26-year-old Rashad Norwood of Macon. Jones…
Church in Warner Robins hosts National Day of Prayer service
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– After more than a year of distanced gatherings, people in Warner Robins came together to pray. First United Methodist Church opened its doors for the National Day of Prayer. People of different religions and denominations were welcome to pray for local communities, the state, and the nation. Warner Robins Mayor Randy Toms stepped up to the…
Operation Softback Book in Macon collecting books to send to kids in Ghana
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Earnestine Wilson founded Operation Softback Book in 2019. After her visit to schools in Ghana, she noticed the need for books. Now she wants to continue her project of providing books to children of all ages. Wilson is asking for softback books because that’s what she can take on the plane. “Most of the time, when I…
‘Phantom Galleries’ showcase art in Poplar Street storefronts
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Eight empty storefronts on Poplar Street in downtown Macon are now home to pieces of art. The storefronts showcase work from more than 10 local artists. The 567 Center for Renewal partnered with StartUp Studios to present the Phantom Galleries. Storefronts between First and Second Streets will have their windows filled with different pieces of artwork. According…
Free yoga at Tattnall Square Park Saturday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— A local yoga instructor is giving free yoga classes at Tattnall Square Park this Saturday. Drea Leigh, also known as the Yogi Goddess, is hosting the event. She says she wants to bring awareness and promote a healthy lifestyle through yoga. You can bring the whole family. There will be vendors, bouncy houses, and yoga practices throughout…
Mental Health Pop-up Gym kicks off Mental Health Matters initiative
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Mental Health Matters initiative is kicking off Saturday with a Mental Health Pop-up Gym. Organizers say the pop-ups are a way to introduce mental health to disadvantaged areas. Nancy Cleveland is the executive director and founder of Macon Head Space. She says the Mental Health Pop-up Gym happening Saturday at Filmore Thomas Park is meant to…
Men suspected of Zebulon Road murder arrested
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- 19-year old Divine Elamon Taylor and 19-year old Divinity Elhasaan Taylor of Macon were arrested Thursday morning and are charged with murder. Investigators say they are responsible for killing 23-year old Brandon Washington on April 29th at the Circle K on Zebulon Road. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the U.S. Marshals’ Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force…
BS Report: May 5th – Draft Aftermath
The Falcons have made their picks, and not everyone agrees with them. Is the new staff taking the team in the right direction? Bill Shanks weighs in. Categories: Sports
‘Capital to Coast’ campaign stops in Macon
The goal of the campaign is to promote bike safety.
Robins Air Force base hosts robotic technologies event
With the help of this technology, Prince says they want to help Middle Georgia become a center for technology.
Dry air moves in Thursday in Middle Georgia
A cold front is slowly moving through Middle Georgia this evening and will usher in much lower humidity to end the week. Sunshine will warm high temps up to the upper 70’s and low 80’s by the afternoon. Another cold front will be moving through starting Friday morning bringing a reinforcing shot of cool air. This will be limiting our…
Ocmulgee urges Ossoff and Warnock to help with park status
Two new leaders have been named for the Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative (ONPPI), and both want to see national park status as soon as possible.
Bibb County Schools hosts Summer Resource Fair
Parents got the chance Wednesday to learn about different summer programs for their children.
Museum of Aviation adds historic aircraft to collection
The Museum of Aviation is working on restoring a historic aircraft.
UPDATE: Afternoon shooting leaves man dead, suspect in custody
A man shot during an argument at a Macon motel Wednesday afternoon has died, and deputies say another man is in custody and charged with his murder.
Scattered showers and storms return Wednesday
It has been a busy day in the weather center with a line of strong storms moving through Middle Georgia this evening. As the storms move out, we will continue to see showers through the next few hours, but severe weather shouldn’t be an issue overnight. A cold front will (finally) approach during the day Wednesday, bringing more chances for…
Law enforcement positions open across Middle Georgia
“We’re moving forward on a lot of fronts to make the jail safe.”
Sen. Warnock visits Blue Bird to talk electric school buses
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– Senator Raphael Warnock stopped by the Blue Bird plant in Fort Valley to talk about the Clean Commutes for Kids Act. Warnock is a co-sponsor of the legislation that hopes to use $25 billion in the next decade to replace all diesel-fueled school buses with electric buses. In a study conducted by Georgia State University and…
Wellness Center hosts raffle fundraiser to buy adapted bikes
The Wellspring Wellness Center wants to make sure every kid gets the chance to ride a bicycle.
GBI: Man, wife found shot dead inside Centerville home
A man and his wife were found shot dead inside a Centerville home Tuesday morning.
BCSO: 3 teens wanted for causing $2,000+ worth of damage at Zebulon Road Walmart
Three teenagers are wanted for causing more than $2,000 worth of damage at the Zebulon Road Walmart last month.