Water contamination shuts down pumps at Pio Nono Avenue gas station

State officials say 20% of a fuel sample at a Marathon station in Macon contained water. Only regular gas is currently available as repairs and retesting continue.

Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you’re planning to fill up your tank, be aware: the Marathon Gas Station at Yug Food Mart on Pio Nono Avenue is currently only offering regular gasoline after 16 of its pumps were shut down due to fuel contamination. The Georgia Department of Agriculture’s Fuel and Measures Division found significant water…

Forsyth Main Street Summer Concert Series to take place this weekend

Kemie Childs, director of the Main Street Downtown Development Authority, said the event is free and open to the public.

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Forsyth Main Street is hosting its annual Summer Concert Series at Courthouse Square, offering free live music for the community. Kemie Childs, director of the Main Street Downtown Development Authority, said the event is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy performances from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Guests…

Rain chances climb slightly Thursday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will reach into the upper 80s as a few sporadic storms will be possible. This Evening A partly cloudy afternoon will become a partly cloudy night with calm winds remaining out of the south around 5 mph. Patchy fog will be possible along with an off chance for a shower or storm. Lows will be…

Warner Robins Fire Department shares tips for the Summer Burn Ban

Ned Dixon, Deputy Chief of Fire Operations for Warner Robins Fire Department, recommends instead of burning limbs and debris, you can do other things like hauling it to the landfill, chipping, or mulching.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – During the summer months, the ozone in the air we breathe can reach unhealthy levels, that’s according to the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD). A major source of these pollutants is the burning of fuels and other combustible materials. That’s why a Summer Burn Ban is going into effect Thursday. According to…

National Day of Prayer events scheduled across Middle Georgia on May 1

Communities gather in Macon, Warner Robins, Dublin, Forsyth, and Gray for public prayer observances

National Day of PrayerMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Communities across Middle Georgia are holding local observances Thursday as part of the 74th annual National Day of Prayer, a nationwide event promoting prayer for the nation, its leaders and local communities. In Macon, a noonday prayer service will be held from 12 to 1 p.m. at Coleman Hill Park, located in front…

20th annual Fired Works Ceramic Festival now open in Macon

Wilkerson said items start as low as $5, with all artwork created by local and regional master potters.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 20th annual Fired Works Ceramic Festival is now underway at the Round Building in Carolyn Crayton Park. The 10-day festival runs through Saturday and features thousands of functional and decorative pottery pieces, according to Julie Wilkerson, executive director of the Macon Arts Alliance. Wilkerson said items start as low as $5, with all artwork created…

GBI investigating deadly shooting in Telfair County

Jykerrion Maurice Oliver was found dead after deputies responded to a shooting on April 18

MCRAE-HELENA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has launched an investigation into the death of 21-year-old Jykerrion Maurice Oliver, who was shot and killed Friday evening in Telfair County. According to preliminary information from the GBI, Telfair County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to a shooting around 5:10 p.m. on April 18. Oliver was pronounced dead at the…

Inmate found dead at Bibb County Jail, investigation underway

The inmate’s name and offense information will be released once next of kin have been notified.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An inmate was found dead at the Bibb County Jail early Wednesday morning, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.  The inmate has been identified as 62-year-old George Oliver Crafter. Corrections deputies discovered the inmate unresponsive just before 6 a.m., and Emergency Medical Services responded and pronounced the inmate dead at the scene, according to a…

Morning Business Report: Amazon drops tariff price plan, Consumer confidence slips

Amazon has walked back a plan to show customers how tariffs impact product prices.

(LILAMAX)-Amazon has walked back a plan to show customers how tariffs impact product prices. The Wall Street Journal reports the retail giant had considered adding tariff-related pricing details on its budget-friendly platform, Amazon Haul, but not on its main site. However, after backlash from the White House—where the move was seen as “hostile and political”—President Trump reportedly called Amazon founder…

President Trump marks 100 days with rally, defends tariffs and immigration policies

President Donald Trump returned to Michigan to celebrate his first 100 days in office.

(NBC)- President Donald Trump returned to Michigan to celebrate his first 100 days in office, holding a rally that echoed many of the themes from his campaign. “I miss the campaign,” Trump said during the event, as he leaned into familiar messages on immigration, trade, and the economy. The president touted his “America First” economic approach, promising to prioritize American…

Hollywood Minute: Neil Diamond honored, Magic returns to the big screen

Legendary singer-songwriter Neil Diamond is set to receive the Inspirational Lifetime Achievement Award from the Children’s Diabetes Foundation.

(CNN) – Legendary singer-songwriter Neil Diamond is set to receive the Inspirational Lifetime Achievement Award from the Children’s Diabetes Foundation. The honor recognizes his long-standing generosity and support for the nonprofit organization. Diamond will be celebrated at the CDF’s Carousel Ball on October 11th in Denver. Magic fans have something to look forward to this fall. Lionsgate has released the…

Senate may vote to block some of Trump’s tariffs amid bipartisan concerns

The Senate could vote as early as today on a resolution aimed at blocking some of President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

(CNN)- The Senate could vote as early as today on a resolution aimed at blocking some of President Donald Trump’s tariffs—an effort gaining rare bipartisan momentum. The resolution, co-sponsored by Senator Rand Paul (R-KY), would revoke Trump’s April 2nd executive order that declared trade deficits an “unusual and extraordinary threat,” a move that allowed the White House to impose tariffs…

GHSA Girls Soccer Scores: Class A D-2 Second Round

Here are scores from the second round of the GHSA Class A D-2 Girls Soccer State Tournament

MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – Here is a list of scores from the second round of the GHSA Class A D-II Girls Soccer State Tournament: Claxton 2, GMC Prep 1 Atlanta Classical Academy 10, Crawford County 0 Elite Scholars Academy 0 (1), Hawkinsville 0 (0) Portal 9, Dooly County 0 Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Crawford County,…

Tattnall Square Academy Signing Day

Two Trojan Student Athletes Signed Their Letters of Commitment to Play Sports at the Next Level

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At the Tattnall Square Academy Gymnasium, two student athletes signed on the dotted line to play the sport they love in college. Trojan Senior Carson Burnett will stay close to home. He signed his letter of intent to play soccer at Georgia Military College. Trojan Senior Star Runningback Antone Johnson will stay close to home…

Houston County Signing Day

Student Athletes from Houston County Signed their Letters of Intent Tuesday Evening

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Tuesday inside the Houston County High School Gymnasium, Hoco student athletes signed their letters of intent to continue to play the sport they love at the next level. Bears star basketball Senior Kameron Plummer signed on the dotted line to continue to play basketball at the collegiate level with Middle Georgia State in…

Houston County Falls 4-1 in Second Round to End Their Season

The 16-4 Houston County Lady Bears lost to the Alexander Lady Cougars 4-1 in the GHSA AAAAA Second Round

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Tuesday at Freedom Field, the Houston County Lady Bears lost their GHSA Class AAAAA Sweet Sixteen matchup with the Alexander Lady Cougars 4-1 to end their season. Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Houston County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Freedom Field, GHSA, GHSA Girls Soccer, GHSA Playoffs, HoCo, Houston County, Houston county Girls Soccer, Houston…

Crawford County Splits Sweet Sixteen Series; Game Three Wednesday

The 21-10 Crawford County Eagles split their second round series with the Metter Tigers to force a game three in the GHSA A D-2 State Championship Tournament

ROBERTA, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Tuesday at Dr. Chuck Hawkins Field, the Crawford County Eagles baseball team split their GHSA A D-2 second round series with the Metter Tigers. Eagles won 12-2 in game one, but lost in game two 14-13 to force a deciding game three. First Pitch for Game Three of this series is scheduled for Wednesday…

Houston County Advances to GHSA Elite Eight to Face a Familiar Opponent

The 29-5 Houston County Bears swept the Brunswick Pirates in the second round of GHSA AAAAA State Championship Tournament

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Tuesday at The Garden, the Houston County Bears baseball team swept their GHSA second round series with the Brunswick Pirates 7-3 in game one and 12-2 in game two to advance to the Class AAAAA Quarterfinal round. The Bears move onto their seventh consecutive Elite Eight. Hoco will travel to Marietta to face…

Bibb County to restart speed camera enforcement only when lights flash

Sheriff David Davis says Bibb County will resume speed camera enforcement on May 5, but citations will now only be issued when yellow school zone lights are flashing.

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office/FacebookMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will resume enforcing school zone speeding citations starting Monday, May 5, at 6 a.m., according to a news release and accompanying video from Sheriff David Davis. The citations will only be issued when the yellow warning lights in school zones are flashing in the morning and afternoon. No…

Habitat for Humanity dedicates homes to families in Lynmore Estates

The Macon Area Habitat for Humanity dedicated three new homes in Lynmore Estates, with families, volunteers, and the Blight Fight initiative helping make it possible.

(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A major milestone was celebrated Tuesday as three families in Lynmore Estates received the keys to their brand-new homes, marking a powerful step forward in their journey to homeownership. “I’m feeling excited,” said Laquanda Ferguson, one of the new homeowners who she says was turned down twice before finally being approved through…

Wesleyan College launches $61M ‘She Will’ campaign to empower women

Wesleyan’s “She Will” campaign will fund scholarships, student programs, and campus upgrades to help empower the next generation of women leaders.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wesleyan College has launched its ambitious “She Will” campaign, with the goal of raising $61 million to expand women’s education, leadership development, resources and spaces for students. Drew Davidson, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Wesleyan, says the campaign will support scholarships, campus renovations and student programs. “It’s going to go towards a variety of…

Monroe County commissioners stick with previous H.B. 581 opt out

Local governments that opted out now have the opportunity to opt back in annually through 2029. With Buc-ee’s, Oglethorpe Power, and new data centers expected to open in Monroe County over the coming years, Commission Board Chairman Gibbs says opting out and awaiting the financial impact of that development is for the better.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Today, Monroe County Commissioners voted 4-1 to stick with their previous decision of opting out of House Bill 581. The bill introduces a statewide homestead exemption that caps annual property value tax increases, limiting growth based on the previous year’s inflation rate for the next 50 years. But last month, state legislators voted…

Atrium doctor shares tips for American Stroke Month

“We sit right in the stroke belt, where there’s a 30% higher chance of death from stroke,” Smith said. “We’re actually very barely touching the belt buckle, which means it goes up to 40%.”

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT-DT)- A Macon doctor is raising awareness during American Stroke Month by offering tips to help the community recognize the signs of a stroke and take action. Dr. Matthew Smith said strokes are the leading cause of disability in the United States and the fifth leading cause of death. “We sit right in the stroke belt, where there’s…

UPDATE: Inmates face charges after hot water attack in Bibb County Jail

Deputies say Skylar Luke Hill and Wali Cooke face aggravated assault and battery charges after a fellow inmate was burned with hot water.

Skylar Hill and Wali Cooke (Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (4/29/25 – 4:45 p.m.):  Bibb County deputies say investigators have identified the two inmates involved in an aggravated assault against 21-year-old Romario Justin Casey inside the Bibb County Jail earlier this month. According to a news release, 18-year-old Skylar Luke Hill and 20-year-old Wali Cooke have both been charged with…