Dublin City Schools ends superintendent search after pay talks fail
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Dublin City Schools Board of Education says it is ending its current superintendent search after failing to reach a compensation agreement…
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Fort Valley police chief resigns, says city leaders want new direction
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fort Valley Police Chief David Wilson has resigned, saying he was informed that the mayor and City Council want the department to move in a different direction. Wilson submitted his resignation July 2, according to…
Slow moving cold front to bring several rounds of storms this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A slow moving cold front likely to become stationary over Georgia will bring storms throughout the weekend and into next week. This Evening A partly sunny afternoon will see a few storms creep in from the…
Macon baseball star Keon Johnson, Houston County’s Drew Burress await 2026 MLB Draft
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two baseball players with Middle Georgia ties could hear their names called during the 2026 MLB Draft this weekend in Philadelphia. First Presbyterian…
Georgia reports 58 cyclosporiasis cases as officials urge produce washing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Health officials say cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, is being reported in Georgia, but they stress it is not…
Son charged with murder in death of 80-year-old mother in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the death of his 80-year-old mother, whose death was…
Humanitarian Gang Inc. hosting free back-to-school giveaway in Macon Saturday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Families can receive free backpacks and school supplies during the fourth annual Humanitarian Gang Inc. Back 2 School Drive-Thru Giveaway on Saturday…
Warner Robins man sentenced to 30 years, banished from Houston County after guilty plea
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins man has been sentenced to 30 years after pleading guilty to aggravated assault, drug…
Kashus Culpepper, Langhorne Slim to headline 2026 Bragg Jam Concert Crawl
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Kashus Culpepper and Langhorne Slim will headline the 2026 Bragg Jam Concert Crawl in downtown Macon, according to a news release. The volunteer-run festival is scheduled for Saturday, July…
UPDATE: South Carolina man sentenced to 5 years for Byron church fire
UPDATE (7/9/26): A South Carolina man who pleaded guilty to setting fire to Byron United Methodist Church in 2024 has been sentenced to 60…
Mayor’s Council of Clergy focuses on communication, partnerships
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Faith leaders across Macon-Bibb County gathered Thursday…
Macon-Bibb Code Enforcement director resigns
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County Code Enforcement Director J.T. Ricketson has resigned after more than five years with the county, according to Chief Communications Officer Chris Floore. Floore said Ricketson's resignation is effective Friday. "We want to thank him…
Bibb high schools hosting summer bridge programs for rising freshmen
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Several Bibb County School District high schools are hosting summer bridge programs over…
Temperatures stay up Friday before rain odds increase this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Rain odds should drop slightly Friday afternoon and evening before increasing this weekend as a slow moving cold front approaches from the north. This Evening There’s been a handful of storms so far today and more…
Man turns himself in on charges in fatal April shooting in Macon
UPDATE (7/9/2026) A man has turned himself in on charges stemming from the fatal shooting of Jordan Darnell Brown in April, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office said 23-year-old Donnie Williams Brown Jr. turned himself in…
Weekend Watch: Events happening across Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With the weekend in sight, here's a list of a few events happening across Middle Georgia this weekend. Market in the Street returns Friday Forsyth’s…
Macon traffic stop leads to rifles, marijuana arrests
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two men were arrested after investigators found firearms, ammunition and marijuana during a traffic stop in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office says the arrests happened Tuesday during a crime suppression…
Baldwin County woman charged with identity theft, financial card fraud in Monroe County case
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Baldwin County woman has been arrested on identity theft and financial card fraud charges after investigators say a victim's debit card information was used to purchase two laptop computers, according to the Monroe County…
UPDATE: Missing Peach County man found safe
UPDATE: The Peach County Sheriff’s Office says Ajamu Davis has been found safe. ORIGINAL POST: FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Peach County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help finding a man missing from the Fort Valley area. In a…
Macon State Prison inmate sentenced in fentanyl trafficking case
OGLETHORPE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man incarcerated at Macon State Prison has been sentenced to more than 27 years in federal prison for helping traffic fentanyl and synthetic cannabinoids…
Rain odds climb slightly Thursday afternoon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A few more storms are expected Thursday afternoon and evening as conditions remain hot and humid. This Evening It’s been another hot afternoon across Middle Georgia with a few storms out there helping a limited number…
Local doctor talks heat health dangers
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Parts of Middle Georgia is under a heat advisory, with heat index values as…
Fort Valley State University opens Lyons Center to centralize student services
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Lyons Center is now officially open at…
First Community Connect event coming to Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local business is organizing the first 'Community Connect' event in Warner Robins. The goal is simple: to bring nonprofits, local businesses, and the…
Dog seen on video helps Montezuma police identify suspect
MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man was arrested after Montezuma police say officers investigated several entering-auto reports and a stolen vehicle in the College Street area. The Montezuma Police Department says officers received multiple reports Monday of entering autos during…
Downtown Macon's French Fry Fight returns with 22 restaurants competing for Super Spud Trophy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Downtown Macon is once again…
Montezuma police recover property tied to two theft investigations
MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Montezuma police say they recovered stolen property connected to two theft investigations after a search warrant was executed at a suspect's home. The Montezuma Police Department says officers responded June 28 to a theft at Yoder’s…
Macon-Bibb families can register children for free swim lessons
UPDATE: The program is at capacity but you can fill out a waitlist form here: https://form.jotform.com/261884210214147. ORIGINAL STORY: MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department…
Family says injured Jones County firefighter will be removed from life support
UPDATE: Brett McMichael’s family says Brett will be an organ donor. An Honor Walk is happening at Atrium Health Navicent Saturday at 11 a.m. ORIGINAL STORY: JULIETTE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The family of a Jones County volunteer firefighter critically injured…
Atrium Health Navicent shares tips to stay safe in Middle Georgia heat
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As temperatures and humidity increase across Middle Georgia, Atrium Health Navicent is encouraging people to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. Justin Malcom…
New details: Four puppies were incinerated at Monroe County Animal Shelter
UPDATE: Monroe County Sheriff's Office spokesperson Anna Watkins confirmed the puppies were alive when they were placed in the incinerator. ORIGINAL STORY: FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-…
Girls Dig Deeper opens registration for Macon summer program
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Girls Dig Deeper Initiative is hosting its third annual Summer in the City Learning Experience for teenage girls in Macon. The program is open to girls ages 13 to 17 and will be held July…
The dog days of summer have arrived
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It’s that time of year where every afternoon is hot and muggy and an isolated storm is the best way to hope for a cooldown each day. This Evening A partly cloudy and hot afternoon will…
Downtown Macon French Fry Fight returns with 20-plus restaurants
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Downtown Macon’s French Fry Fight returns Wednesday with more than 20 restaurants competing for the Super Spud Trophy. The 5th annual Downtown Macon French Fry Fight runs July 8-10, with the final day falling on National…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores June 29-July 3
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of…
Macon event will offer free screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol and more
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Atrium Health Navicent and Loaves & Fishes Ministry will offer free health screenings Wednesday, July 8, in Macon. The event will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Loaves and Fishes, located at 651 Martin Luther…
Twiggs deputies issue 179 speeding citations during safety campaign
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office says deputies made four DUI arrests and issued 179 speeding citations during the Operation Zero Tolerance campaign from June 29 through July 5. According to the sheriff's office, deputies conducted one speed…
Museum of Aviation looking for weekly volunteers
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Museum of Aviation at Robins Air Force Base is seeking volunteers interested in Air Force history. In a Facebook post Monday, the museum said it is looking for volunteers who are at least 17…
Telfair County K9 Maverick receives protective vest
TELFAIR COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Telfair County Sheriff’s Office K9 has received new protective body armor through a donation from a nonprofit organization. The sheriff’s office says K9 Maverick received a bullet and stab protective vest from Vested Interest…
Houston County sheriff explains how Flock cameras work amid privacy concerns
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Houston County is one of several Georgia counties using flock cameras to help law enforcement. Some residents are raising questions about…
Former NBA player Sharone Wright gives back through Macon youth basketball camp
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Former NBA player Sharone Wright is using basketball to create opportunities for the next generation. Wright is hosting the 478 Hoops…
UPDATE: Monroe County animal control officer charged with felony animal cruelty
UPDATE: Four puppies were killed and incinerated at the Monroe County Animal Shelter, leading to felony charges for a county animal control officer, according to Sheriff Brad Freeman. ORIGINAL STORY: MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Monroe County animal control…
Macon crash among 12 deaths reported during Georgia holiday travel period
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Department of Public Safety says 12 people have died in crashes statewide during the holiday travel period, including two people killed in a crash on I-75 North in Macon. The agency also reports 424 DUI…
Perry sets public meeting on future community priorities
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The City of Perry is inviting residents to participate in a Comprehensive Plan public meeting on July 9, 2026. The meeting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Houston County Board of Education Central…
Recall Watch List: Aldi food, dog food, toys and household products recalled
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Several recalls could affect products people already have in their homes, including food, pet food, a children’s toy, grill brushes, air…
UPDATE: 18-year-old turns himself in after fatal Bethel Church Road crash in Macon
UPDATE (7/6/2026): An 18-year-old has been arrested in connection with a fatal traffic crash that happened last month on Bethel Church Road, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office said Amari Cheeley turned himself in at the…
20-year-old woman shot at Macon apartment complex
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A woman was shot Sunday afternoon at the Autumn Trace Apartments on Rocky Creek Road, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Macon-Bibb E-911 received a call at 1:14 p.m. reporting a person down at the…
Coroner: Two dead, child critical after crash on I-75 North in Macon
UPDATE: Georgia State Patrol says the fatal crash on I-75 North involved a Dodge Charger and a Ram 2500 pickup truck. According to preliminary details from GSP, the crash happened around 5:09 p.m. Sunday near Rocky Creek Road. GSP says…
Coroner identifies 2-year-old boy who drowned in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 2-year-old died after drowning in a pool at a home Saturday afternoon, according to Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones. Jones identified the child as Chase Nunally. According to Jones, the drowning happened around 5 p.m. Saturday…
Centerville celebrates Independence Day with live music, fireworks
UPDATE: Residents from Centerville and surrounding cities gathered at Center Park Friday to celebrate America's 250th anniversary with music, food, snow cones and a splash pad to beat the…