Baldwin County gives update on projects in Eggs & Issues meeting
The Baldwin County Chamber gathered Wednesday to provide an update on the county’s progress.
City of Perry hosts first public council meeting since January
City Manager Lee Gilmour, says Perry’s population has grown 37% since 2012.
Pulaski County school officials break ground on new school building
The county’s Board of Education held a groundbreaking Tuesday to share the news.
New sports complex to open in Warner Robins in April
The new complex can hold sports competitions and events.
Ocmulgee River Corridor needs recommendations to become National Park
If the river gets recommended for national park status, researchers will present the study to Congress.
Sunny Wednesday ahead of strong storms Thursday
Clear skies finally moved back into Middle Georgia this afternoon, bringing sunshine and a bit of a warm up. Through the evening, lows will be dropping into the 20’s (a hard freeze), so be sure to protect your pets, pipes, and plants. Through the day tomorrow, sunshine will be sticking around, but enjoy it while it is here, because changes…
BCSO credits community tips for 30+ drug-related arrests in 2021
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is crediting the community with helping put more than 30 people behind bars since the start of 2021.
Macon doctor says U.K. strain of COVID-19 may be prominent strain by March
A Macon doctor says the recently discovered U.K. strain of COVID-19 may be the prominent strain by March.
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores February 8-12
Here are Middle Georgia’s food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between February 8 and February 12.
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…