Macon-Bibb Mayor holds 2025’s first Council of Clergy Luncheon

Executive Director of Community Affairs Dr. Henry Ficklin said the meetings help clergy keep their religious communities informed.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Macon-Bibb officials and local religious leaders sat down at Carlyle Place Thursday for the first Council of Clergy Luncheon of 2025. Speakers include Mayor Lester Miller and Cass Hatcher, Chief Executive Officer of River Edge Behavioral Health. Executive Director of Community Affairs Dr. Henry Ficklin says the meetings help clergy keep their religious communities informed. The…

Coroner: Man dies after being struck by train in Macon

A man is dead after being struck by a train Thursday afternoon near downtown Macon, according to Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones.

Photo: Leon JonesMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead after being struck by a train Thursday afternoon near downtown Macon, according to Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones. Jones identified the person struck as 34-year-old Richard Allen Disbro. He says the collision happened just after 1 p.m. near Riverside Drive between Second and Third streets. Jones says Disbro was pronounced dead…

Macon DA seeks witness in double homicide, offers reward for information

The DA's office says when violent crimes go unsolved due to lack of witness cooperation, it emboldens criminals and puts all our neighbors at risk.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office is seeking the community’s help in locating a crucial witness in an ongoing double homicide investigation, according to a news release. The DA’s office is looking for 21-year-old Joshua Cason. According to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office, Cason’s testimony is needed to bring justice to the victims’…

Warner Robins Little Theatre looks ahead to new show, invites community to attend

The theatre will be performing "Southern Fried Funeral" from February 15 to March 2.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins Little Theatre is set to host a new show this weekend. The theatre will be performing “Southern Fried Funeral” from February 15 to March 2. Director, Dot Leach, says the show is about a man who dies and his family is left to pick up the pieces. Leach says this show is a comedy…

Heavy rain and strong storms impact your Thursday

MACON, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT)- A challenging forecast continues to unfold with competing effects of strong moisture and a cold air wedge that’s being reinforced by rain and supported by high pressure until a cold front moves into the area tonight. To the north, we have rain and thunder, and to the south, at least for west central Georgia, strong to severe…

Tattnall Square Signing Day

Four Senior Trojans signed their letter of intent Wednesday afternoon to continue to play the sport they love at the next level

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At the Trojan Athletic Complex at Tattnall Square Academy Wednesday afternoon in front of family, friends, classmates, and coaches, three football players and one cheerleader signed on to continue their sport of choice One of those football players is Senior Linebacker Anson Talcott. He will be attending Shorter University in the fall. Talcott talked about…

Warner Robins Demonettes fall in Region 1-AAAA Championship Game

The Demonettes lost their first game of the season in the Region Championship to Ware County 45-39

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Demonettes Girls Basketball squad lost their first game of the season in the Region 1-AAAA Championship against the Ware County Gators 45-39 on their home floor of Weatherspoon Gymnasium. Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Houston County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Demonettes, Warner Robins, Warner Robins Demonettes Basketball, Warner Robins Girls Basketball, Weatherspoon…

Warner Robins Wins Region 1-AAAA Championship over Bendictine 61-59

The Demons secure the region championship at home and Head Coach Jamaal Garman won his 300th career game

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Demons Boys Basketball squad won the Region 1-AAAA Championship over Bendictine 61-59 on their home floor of Weatherspoon Gymnasium. Demons Head Coach Jamaal Garman won the trophy and picked up his 300th career win.   Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Houston County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Jamaal Garman, Region 1-AAAA Championship, Warner…

State Rep. Dale Washburn pushes to ban school zone speed cameras

"This bill passed in 2018, before I was in the office, and it allows these camera problems to grow repeatedly," Washburn said.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – State Representative Dale Washburn is calling for an end to school zone speed cameras in Georgia, arguing they are being used as a revenue-generating scheme. “These camera companies know if they can show a local government how they can rake a lot of money in, then they of course are making money in the process,” he…

Bibb County declares February 7-14 National Marriage Week

Organizer and wife of 29 years, Tonya Moore, says her main solution for a successful marriage is communicating your needs.

Macon, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mayor Lester Miller declared February 7-14 National Marriage Week in Macon-Bibb County. Marriage is a special bond between two people for life. That is the case for Walter and April Sansbury, who have been married for 31 years and share their secret. “You have to realize what marriage is and what it’s about. I think the…

Wesleyan College to offer AI-focused MBA concentration this fall

Selke believes teaching students the fundamentals of AI will properly prepare them for future employment.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Beginning in the fall of 2025, Wesleyan College will offer MBA contractions in artificial intelligence (AI), finance, healthcare, cybersecurity, business analytics and nonprofit management. Professor of business Seth David Selke explains what motivated Wesleyan to bring the AI concentration.  “A lot of individuals are interested in AI, and a lot of organizations are interested in what…

Skyview, McKibben Lane Elementary Schools honored for Georgia Milestones growth

Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods recognized Skyview Elementary School for gaining Literacy Reader School and Math Literacy School status on Wednesday, and McKibben Lane Elementary for being a Math Literacy School.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)LIZELLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods recognized Skyview Elementary School for gaining Literacy Reader School and Math Literacy School status on Wednesday, and McKibben Lane Elementary was recognized for being a Math Literacy School. The titles track growth in Georgia Milestones Assessment scores from year to year. The math category tracks achievement or…

Macon Violence Prevention partners receive $10,000 worth of donations from Georgia Power

"Everybody wants to feel safe. Everybody wants to know that their children are safe and being able to thrive comes from feeling safe," said Jeremy Grissom, Coordinator for Macon Violence Prevention.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia Power presented a total of $10,000 worth of donations at Macon City Hall Wednesday to five non-profit organizations who are partnered with Macon Violence Prevention. Girls Dig Deeper received $2,167 for spring break camps, Lead with Literacy received $2,166 for winter break camps, Pace Center for Girls received $2,000 for field trip…

Museum of Aviation to host STEM Academy summer camps

National STEM Academy Deputy Director, Melissa Raburn, says the summer camps will feature experimentation, discovery, coding, and robotics.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Museum of Aviation will be hosting the 2025 National STEM Academy summer camps. National STEM Academy Deputy Director, Melissa Raburn, says the summer camps will feature experimentation, discovery, coding, and robotics. Summer camps begin in June and are for students in rising grades such as Kindergarten through 10th grade. STEM Summer Camps are offered one…

Thunderstorms to get Thursday rolling

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A warm front will warm temperatures and bring showers tonight before a cold front brings thunderstorms tomorrow morning. This Evening and Overnight It’s been a mixed weather day for Middle Georgia with the southern half of the day seeing some sunshine and springlike conditions. The northern half of the region, however, has been chilly with mist…

Macon-Bibb County demolishes blighted building, aims to improve access to Carolyn Crayton Park

Mayor Lester Miller explained that the demolition is aimed at improving the neighborhood around Carolyn Crayton Park.

Macon, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County officials demolished a vacant, blighted building in downtown Macon on Wednesday morning as part of an ongoing effort to address deteriorating properties in the area. The building, formerly known as Norfolk Southern, was located at 223 Walnut Street. Mayor Lester Miller explained that the demolition is aimed at improving the neighborhood around Carolyn Crayton…

Jones County hires Justin Montgomery as new head football coach

Montgomery joins the Greyhounds from Carrollton High School, where he served as defensive coordinator for a team that went 14-1 and won a region title in 2024.

Justin Montgomery (X: @DierkesTV)GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Board of Education voted Tuesday night to approve the hiring of Justin Montgomery as the new head football coach at Jones County High School, according to 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes. Montgomery joins the Greyhounds from Carrollton High School, where he served as defensive coordinator for a team that went 14-1 and…

Georgia congressman reintroduces bill targeting roadway protests

The reintroduction of the bill comes after many across the country have hit the streets to protest the Trump administration’s stance on immigration.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rep. Mike Collins (R-Ga.) has reintroduced the Safe Passage on Interstates Act, which would make protests that intentionally obstruct interstate highways illegal. The reintroduction of the bill comes after many across the country have hit the streets to protest the Trump administration’s stance on immigration. The original version of the bill stalled during…

NCHD confirms eggs are safe to eat amid Bird Flu concerns

As the Bird Flu outbreak continues across the country, many consumers are asking the same question: Is it safe to eat eggs and chicken?

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As the Bird Flu outbreak continues across the country, many consumers are asking the same question: Is it safe to eat eggs and chicken? 41NBC spoke with Michael Hokanson, the Public Information Officer with North Central Health District, to give us some clarity on the rising concern. Hokanson reassured the public that it’s safe to eat…

Macon man among 17 arrested in GBI child exploitation crackdown

A statewide investigation targeting online child exploitation has resulted in the arrest of 17 people, including a Macon man, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) announced on Tuesday.

Steven Ray Mendenhall (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A statewide investigation targeting online child exploitation has resulted in the arrest of 17 people, including a Macon man, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) announced on Tuesday. “Operation Byte Down” was led by the GBI’s Child Exploitation and Computer Crimes Unit in partnership with 33 other agencies within…

Piedmont to host “Healthy Heart Screening” during American Heart Month

Piedmont Macon’s Director of Cardiovascular Services, Sirena Fritz, says heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Piedmont Macon is sharing tips and encouraging heart healthy habits for the community in honor of American Heart Month. Piedmont Macon’s Director of Cardiovascular Services, Sirena Fritz, says heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Piedmont will be hosting “Healthy Heart Screening” on February 20 at…

Child hospitalized after truck crash in Monroe County; driver cited

A child is in the hospital after a truck crashed into a ditch at the intersection of Highway 74 and Highway 42 on Tuesday, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.

Photos: Monroe County Sheriff’s OfficeMONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A child is in the hospital after a truck crashed into a ditch at the intersection of Highway 74 and Highway 42, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said the driver was going too fast for conditions and lost control while going around a curve, causing the truck to…

Tubman Museum exhibit sheds light on runaway slave ads in Macon’s history

“Freedom Seekers: Runaway Slave Advertisements in the Macon Telegraph” on display until March 22.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Glimpses into what it took to break free from slavery are on display at the Tubman Museum this month. In the “Freedom Seekers: Runaway Slave Advertisements in the Macon Telegraph” exhibit, guests will find old newspaper ads placed by slave owners, looking to find enslaved people who ran away. According to Jeffrey Bruce, the curator for…

New Data: Bibb and Houston County students struggle with post-pandemic learning loss

Education Recovery Scorecard shows Bibb County students falling behind in math and reading, while Houston County makes modest gains in reading and attendance.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Tracking data from the Education Recovery Scorecard shows that students in Bibb and Houston counties continue to struggle with learning loss following the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in math. The latest analysis, conducted by researchers from Harvard, Stanford, and Dartmouth, provides insight into the ongoing academic setbacks affecting students in grades 3-8. Bibb County Struggles to Recover Students…