Woman dead after struck by vehicle during sibling dispute on I-75 in Macon

Deputies responded to a call of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle on I-75 north, near Riverside Drive, on February 16 after 1:40 a.m.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 28-year-old woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle on Interstate-75 Sunday morning, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to a call of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle on I-75 north, near Riverside Drive, on February 16 after 1:40 a.m. According to the news release, 25-year-old Ashley Otto was driving…

FVSU Holds Press Conference to Introduce New Head Football Coach Marlon Watson

Friday afternoon at the Pettigrew Center, the 17th Wildcats football head coach introduced himself to Wildcat nation

FORT VALLEY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Friday morning at Fort Valley State University’s Pettigrew Center, FVSU administration introduced the Wildcats new head football coach, Marlon Watson. In front of a crowd of Wildcat alumni, players, coaches, and more, Coach Watson spoke about his plans to bring his “Build and Fight” mantra to the Wildcats to continue to be a…

Stratford Eaglettes Win GIAA AAA/AAAA District 6 Championship

Stratford took home their District title with a 67-55 victory over Piedmont Academy

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At First Presbyterian Day Friday evening, the 22-2 Stratford Eaglettes defeated the 23-5 Piedmont Academy Cougars 67-55 to win the GIAA AAA/AAAA District 6 Title. These two teams split the regular season series. Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: FPD, GIAA Girls Basketball, GIAA Region Championship, Macon, Stratford Eagles Girls Basketball

Brentwood Lady War Eagles Win GIAA AA District 2 Championship

Brentwood took home their District title with a 62-49 victory over Central Fellowship Christian Academy

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At Windsor Academy Friday evening, the 18-6 Brentwood Lady War Eagles defeated the 21-4 CFCA Lady Lancers 62-49 to capture the GIAA AA District 2 Championship. These teams split the regular season series, with Brentwood having won the last game they played 65-64 on their home court. The 20-4 CFCA Boys came out with the…

Baldwin Bravettes win GHSA Region 4-AAA Championship

The Bravettes captured the Region Title in front of their home crowd with a win over Cross Creek 60-46

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At Baldwin high school Friday night, the 21-6 Baldwin Bravettes captured their second consecutive Region 4-AAA Championship with a win over the 17-10 Cross Creek Lady Razorbacks, 60-46. Baldwin Basketball swept the night as the Boys team won their Region Championship 57-37 over 25-2 Cross Creek, ranked second in the state. This makes five straight…

Mount De Sales Wins GIAA AAA/AAAA District 6 Championship

The Cavaliers pull off back to back nights of upsets to take the District Title 55-54 over the Eagles

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At Windsor Academy in Macon Friday night, the 17-10 Mount De Sales upset the 20-7 Stratford Eagles 55-54 to capture the GIAA AAA/AAAA District 6 Championship. Abner Livingston made the 12-foot game winning jump shot with just two seconds left in regulation to take the lead by one point. Mount De Sales finished the regular…

Mascot ‘Hearty’ spreads love on Valentine’s Day

Hearty, the beloved mascot, had one mission Friday, and that was to spread love!

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cupid’s arrow delivered love and joy to nearly one hundred hearts across Macon and Warner Robins on Valentine’s Day. Hearty, the beloved mascot, had one mission Friday, and that was to spread love! Lanise Floyd and her two daughters, ages 11 and 7, have owned a mascot business for more than five years. “We are here…

‘I changed my life’: Dublin resident shares success story after diabetes diagnosis

“I changed my life, because my mom died when she was 51," Ellen Cheeks said.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — We’re always told exercise and diet are very important for our health, but it can also be lifesaving. A Dublin resident battling diabetes is sharing how she reversed its effects through exercise and diet. “I changed my life because my mom died when she was 51, and watching her going through the changes she went through,…

TSA seeing increase in firearms detected at security checkpoints

According to Mark Howell, TSA Regional Spokesperson, a total of 498 firearms were detected at TSA security checkpoints across Georgia's eight commercial airports, including one at the Middle Georgia Regional Airport. And Howell says one firearm has been detected at Middle Georgia Regional Airport this year already. 

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is urging travelers to properly pack firearms for travel after seeing an increase at security checkpoints. According to Mark Howell, TSA Regional Spokesperson, a total of 498 firearms were detected at TSA security checkpoints across Georgia’s eight commercial airports last year, including one at the Middle Georgia…

North Carolina man arrested after Jones County crash, faces DUI and weapons charges

The Jones County Sheriff’s Office said a deputy responded to the crash on Gray Highway near Creekside. The deputy made contact with one driver, who said he rear-ended another vehicle when it suddenly stopped in the road.

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested Friday morning after a two-car accident in Jones County, according to a news release. The Jones County Sheriff’s Office said a deputy responded to the crash on Gray Highway near Creekside. The deputy made contact with one driver, who said he rear-ended another vehicle when it suddenly stopped in the road. The…

Bass Road bridge closure in Macon delayed by one week, GDOT says

The planned closure of Bass Road for bridge reconstruction has been pushed back by one week, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT).

MGNMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The planned closure of Bass Road for bridge reconstruction has been pushed back by one week, according to an announcement Friday by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). Originally set to begin on Monday, February 17, the closure will now take effect on Monday, February 24. GDOT did not provide an explanation for the date change…

Bury the Hatchet Movement Tour aims to stop bullying, curb gang violence

O3C partner, Yolanda Latimore, and other Georgia leaders are uniting to stop bullying and and reduce gang violence across the state.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Nonprofits O3C and 321 Stop Bullying are partnering together to stop bullying and curb gang violence in Georgia. The organizations will be hosting an event from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m on February 22 at the Greensboro First Methodist Church. CEO of Like Water Business Services INC and O3C partner, Yolanda Latimore, says the event aims…

More storms expected over the weekend

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cloud cover will return to Middle Georgia this evening ahead of a weekend storm system. This Evening Valentine’s Day has been mostly sunny across Middle Georgia. This has been welcomed by many after a mostly cloudy week. The sunshine is short lived, however, as clouds are returning this evening. Any lovebirds going out for the holiday…

UPDATE: Three arrested in connection with 2017 Macon murder

Multiple people are now in custody in connection with the November 2017 death of Michael Baxley.

Daniel Crafton, Hayley Wilson and Brittany Wilson (Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (2/14/25):  Multiple people are now in custody in connection with the November 2017 death of Michael Baxley. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, Bibb County investigators and members of the U.S. Marshals Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force issued arrest warrants for the following people on…

63-year-old man dies in shed fire on Worsham Avenue

A 63-year-old man died after a shed caught fire on the 4000 block of Worsham Avenue early Friday, according to fire officials.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 63-year-old man died after a shed caught fire on the 4000 block of Worsham Avenue early Friday, according to fire officials. A Macon-Bibb Fire Department spokesperson told 41NBC the victim, identified as Joe Turner, had been living in the shed with the homeowner’s permission when the fire broke out. As of now, the fire is…

New school supply store in Macon helps teachers and homeschoolers

Teacher Needs offers a large inventory of supplies for educators. The store sells items such as fabric for classroom bulletin boards, wall maps, and glue.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new school supply store catering to teachers and homeschooling educators is now open in Macon for the entire community. ‘Teacher Needs’ offers a large inventory of supplies for educators. The store sells items such as fabric for classroom bulletin boards, wall maps, and glue. Owner Roxanne Oppy, a former educator, said Teacher Needs is a…

Former Georgia poll worker pleads guilty to bomb threat hoax in Jones County

Nicholas Wimbish admitted to mailing a threatening letter and lying to the FBI; sentencing set for May 13.

File: 2018MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Nicholas Wimbish, a former poll worker in Jones County, has pleaded guilty to mailing a letter threatening to bomb a Jones County precinct and harm poll workers. He also admitted to lying to the FBI during the investigation. Wimbish, 25, of Milledgeville, entered his guilty plea before U.S. District Judge Marc Treadwell today. He pleaded guilty…

Two men convicted in 2021 murder of 16-year-old Ahmori Searcy in Macon

According to a news release, Zontravion Keontae Hernandez and Vernon Grable have been convicted by a Bibb County jury for their roles in the March 3, 2021 murder that took place at the Majestic Garden apartment complex in Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men have been convicted for the 2021 murder of 16-year-old Ahmori Searcy, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District. According to a news release, Zontravion Keontae Hernandez and Vernon Grable have been convicted by a Bibb County jury for their roles in the March 3, 2021 murder that took place at the Majestic Garden apartment…

Ocmulgee River flooding closes parts of Amerson River Park, Spring Street boat ramp

The Parks & Beautification Department will close boat ramps at both ends of Amerson River Park, dirt trails around the park’s pond and the paved trail between the Overlook and the north boat ramp.

Photo: Macon-Bibb CountyMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Multiple areas in Amerson River Park and along the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail will be closed starting Friday due to rising water levels in the Ocmulgee River, according to a news release from Macon-Bibb County. The Parks & Beautification Department will close boat ramps at both ends of Amerson River Park, dirt trails around the…

Monroe County commissioners still undecided on H.B. 581 after final public hearing

With the March 1 deadline approaching, Monroe County Commissioners have not made a decision on the bill that introduces a statewide homestead exemption that caps annual property value tax increases, limiting growth based on the previous year’s inflation rate.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With the March 1 deadline approaching, Monroe County Commissioners have yet to make a decision on H.B. 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. The City of Forsyth voted in favor of the bill, while the…

Napier Heights Food Co-op Market reopens at Booker T. Washington Community Center

Fresh, locally grown food and handcrafted items are available for purchase.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon’s Historic Pleasant Hill neighborhood has had its share of struggles over the years, one of which was being classified as a food desert. To combat this and help families in the area have more access to healthy food options, the Napier Heights Food Co-op Market made its return, moving from Tattnall Square…

Wesleyan prepares for STUNT, shares new changes

STUNT is February 22 at Porter Auditorium at Wesleyan College.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wesleyan College is hosting STUNT, a musical competition between the college’s classes. The tradition began in 1895 and Wesleyan students write, direct, and act in the performances. STUNT is February 22 at Porter Auditorium at Wesleyan College. There will be a tailgate from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and the performances will be from 7 p.m….

Sunny and breezy Valentine’s Day

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A brisk and sunny day is expected for Valentine’s following Thursday’s cold front. This Evening and Tonight A cloudy afternoon will eventually start to clear as the sun sets. Clearing will continue through the overnight hours as winds shift from the northwest to the northeast with speeds of 5-12 mph. Gusts will range from 15-20 mph….

Search underway for third suspect in Monroe County entering auto case

According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, the investigations division had been working on an entering auto case that happened on January 26 in the Riata Subdivision off Johnstonville Road.

WANTED: Zaire Sherrod is currently wanted for entering auto.FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people were arrested and one man is still wanted for charges of entering auto in Monroe County, according to a news release. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the investigations division had been working on an entering auto case that happened on January 26 in the…