Crawford County woman arrested in Macon on outstanding warrants
44-year-old Priscilla Parker is charged with four counts of Theft by Taking, three counts of Identity Theft and two counts of Financial Card Transaction Fraud. Parker was…
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Georgia State Patrol vehicle involved in accident on I-75 Southbound, no injuries reported
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Interstate 75 Southbound was partially shut down Wednesday night after an accident involving a Georgia State Patrol vehicle. It happened at mile marker 190 near the weight station, according to a Facebook post by Monroe…
GBI's Middle Georgia Gang Task Force moving to permanent facility in Macon
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Middle Georgia Gang Task Force is moving to a permanent facility in downtown Macon. Representatives from local, state and…
Macon-Bibb Commission halts bus fare increase with American Rescue Act funds
In January, the transit authority announced plans to raise fares from $1.25 to $1.75, but the Commission's decision on Tuesday night will ensure the current…
Large crowd expected for jet ski competition at Macon's Lake Tobesofkee this weekend
MACON, Geogia (41NBC/WMGT) – Lake Tobesofkee is set to host a new jet ski competition this weekend, potentially bringing thousands of visitors to…
Community mourns death of Otis Redding III
UPDATE: The Otis Redding Foundation has announced that a public visitation will be held on Monday, April 24th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Macon…
Mockingbird Group Macon presents The West Collective Jubilee and Forum on Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you've ever wanted to learn more about medical cannabis and listen to some local tunes, now's your chance! The Mockingbird Group Macon presents the West Collective Jubilee and Forum: a two-part event first consisting of…
Warm weather sticks around for the week ahead of a weekend cold front
We saw a slight warm up today across Middle Georgia, with highs warming into the mid 80s. Overnight, with clear skies, we will see…
Milledgeville Burger Week: The Reel Grill's Creole Surf-N-Turf Burger
The Reel Grill is inside a century-old building. Though it may look like there's a dress code to dine in, business partners Michael Taylor and Ben Cook…
Wesleyan College President Meaghan Blight pledges to boost recruitment, awareness for women's institutions
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Wesleyan College's 26th president, Meaghan Blight, took over the reins in May 2022, and was officially installed during the Honors and Awards Ceremony held on Wednesday. Blight pledged to increase recruitment and [field59_video account="WMGT" key="0a10d6fcdf1ec4df43573856504a63c7170b1fae" vtitle="Wesleyan…
'Apparent' road rage incident leads to shooting in Wheeler County
That's according to a Facebook post by Telfair County Sheriff Sim Davidson, which said shortly after 10 a.m., a 911 call reported the shooting on Highway…
Woman sentenced to 20 years for child molestation
According to a release from District Attorney Anita Howard's office, the Bibb County Sheriff's Office was alerted of a possible child molestation case in October of 2022 that…
Half of guns stolen from Howard's Pawn and Jewelry recovered, Cordele man arrested
CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - About half of the 60+ firearms stolen from Howard's Pawn early in April have been recovered after a search…
Old Book Sale returns to Perry to support the Houston County Library System
The sale will be held in the Georgia Grown building at the Georgia National Fairgrounds from April 20th through the 22nd. Average book…
Macon-Bibb County announces new jet ski competition coming to Lake Tobesofkee this weekend
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-- Macon-Bibb County and Visit Macon announced Wednesday that a new jet ski competition event is coming to Lake Tobesofkee that will bring in hundreds of people from out of town. Visit Macon along with Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller…
BCSO looking for armed robbery suspect after incident at Red Roof Inn
According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, a masked suspect walked into the lounge area of the Red Roof Inn and brandished a firearm…
Fire weather threats continue Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Fire threats remain high in Middle Georgia as temperatures soar and dew points remain low. Today Sunshine continues to stick around Middle Georgia as temperatures climb…
Otis Redding III loses fight with Cancer
UPDATE: Karla Redding-Andrews, sister of Otis Redding III released the following statement on behalf of the family. "It is with heavy hearts that the family of Otis Redding III…
FVPD looking for man, woman accused of stealing from business
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Fort Valley Police Department needs your help identifying a man and woman, accused of robbing a business. Investigators say on April 15 around 9:30 a.m., the suspects walked into the Buy and Sell on…
Police in Fort Valley make arrests in separate traffic stops
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Police in Fort Valley arrest two men in separate traffic stops recently. In the first case, police pulled over Tony Jacobs.…
Monroe County Sheriff's Office looking for theft suspect
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Monroe County Sheriff's Office needs your help find a wanted man. They're looking for 47-year-old Danny Greg Dawson, who they say is wanted…
Warner Robins Police Department searching for missing teenager
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Police Department is looking for a missing teenager. Officers say 19-year-old Ayreon Lewis was last seen at his home in…
Warner Robins residents to vote on allowing earlier Sunday alcohol sales
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Residents in Warner Robins will soon have the chance to vote on Georgia's brunch bill, which would allow local restaurants…
Nice weather continues this week, rain returns for the weekend
Nice weather continued today across Middle Georgia after a chilly start this morning. Overnight we will be staying clear and dry with lows dropping into the low 50s and upper 40s. As high pressure moves to our east Wednesday, we…
New medical examiner in Macon will benefit Middle Georgia counties
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An experienced medical examiner is returning to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation's (GBI) medical examiner’s office in Macon. Dr. Anthony Clark has…
Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter gets new Director of Public Safety
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry announced its new Director of Public Safety, Chief Daniel Watkins, following the retirement…
NewTown Macon's Downtown Diversity Initiative aids African American entrepreneurs
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - NewTown Macon's Downtown Diversity Initiative, established in 2018, has shown significant progress in funding and attracting African American business owners and customers to downtown Macon. Last year, the initiative awarded $5,000 to five business owners to…
Afrocentric Sneaker Ball to launch 27th annual Pan-African Festival at Macon's Tubman Museum
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Tubman Museum invites Middle Georgia residents to celebrate African culture with the Afrocentric sneaker ball, kicking off the 27th annual Pan-African Festival of Georgia on Friday. Participants are encouraged to wear African or cultural attire…
Milledgeville Burger Week: Kai Thai's Kai Thai Burger
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The highly anticipated Milledgeville Burger Week is finally here, and it's bigger and better than ever before! From now until April 23, 16 restaurants…
Man arrested after stolen car chase on Riverside Drive
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A man was recently arrested as a passenger in a Hyundai that was stolen from a nearby county. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office…
Georgia prison guard pleads guilty to federal drug charge
BRUNSWICK, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A former Georgia State Prison guard is awaiting sentencing after playing a key role in enabling members of a white supremacist street gang-- the Ghost Face Gangsters-- to operate a drug trafficking operation inside and outside…
Police investigating armed robbery at Milledgeville Dollar General
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Milledgeville Police are investigating an armed robbery at the Dollar General located at 1550 North Columbia Street. It happened Tuesday afternoon around 2:15, according…
4 alligators caught at Oakview Golf Course, released into the wild
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Gators gone golfing! At least that's what comes to mind when you hear that Bibb County's Animal enforcement officer Rebecca Galeazzo…
Man arrested in connection with 2021 involuntary manslaughter investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A man has been arrested in connection to an investigation from 2021 for Involuntary Manslaughter. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, on…
Dry and hot conditions continue for Middle Georgia Tuesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - High pressure moving into the Peach State will keep things hot and dry Tuesday. Today Conditions were clear and chilly to begin Tuesday in…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores April 10-14
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, April 10 and Friday, April 14,…
Milledgeville Burger Week: Ned Kelly's Downstairs Fire N' Burger
Milledgeville, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Milledgeville Burger Week is back and better than ever! You'll have a chance to visit sixteen restaurants from April 17 to the 23, each…
Tax preparers see surge in last-minute filers, urge extensions and document preparations
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As the tax deadline looms on Tuesday, tax preparers like Liberty Tax Services in Centerville are experiencing a surge in…
Cotton Avenue Plaza in downtown Macon now open to public
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - There's a new space for visitors of downtown Macon to walk, shop and enjoy a meal. The Cotton Avenue Plaza is now…
Eisenhower Business Improvement District revitalizes Macon corridor
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Businesses along Eisenhower Parkway in Macon say they are seeing the benefits of beautification efforts in the area. The Eisenhower Business Improvement District, or EBID,…
Monroe County sports complex destroyed by fire, owners vow to rebuild
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A fire consumed Bulldog Sportsplex, an indoor baseball and sports training facility in Monroe County, leaving the owners determined to rebuild…
Salvation Army raises money through golf charity event
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Salvation Army of Greater Macon is hosting its third annual charity golf event to raise funds for homeless families and veterans, with the…
Carl Vinson VA launches wayfinding app to help patients navigate expansive campus
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Carl Vinson VA has introduced a new patient engagement mobile app to help visitors navigate its expansive campus, which features 4.2 miles of…
Milledgeville Burger Week: Shima Sushi Bar and Grill Surf and Turf Burger
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Downtown Milledgeville is once again hosting its popular Burger Week from April 17-23, featuring 16 local eateries, each offering a…
High pressure keeps weather warm and calm for the week
It has been a beautiful day across Middle Georgia after a cold front moved through last night. High pressure behind the front will continue moving…
Fire weather risks up for Middle Georgia Monday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Plenty of sun and heat are expected across Middle Georgia this week as high pressure dominates the Southeastern US. Today Following a relatively cloudy weekend…
Man in jail after standoff in Byron
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is in jail after a standoff with Houston County Deputies Sunday. According to a release, Richard Earl Thomas barricaded himself in his home at 105 Hanover Drive in Byron after authorities were called…
Saturday blaze destroys Monroe Co. business
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Monroe County Business was destoryed by fire over the weekend. The City of Forsyth Fire Department as well as Monroe County Emergency Services responded to the blaze Saturday afternoon. Upon arrival crews, found a fully…
Two arrested in Monroe County vandalism case
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two men are in jail after allegedly vandalizing a home in Monroe County. According to a post on the Monroe County Sheriff's Office Facebook page, On Friday March 31st, 2023 the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office…
Man shot on Churchill Street
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 67-year-old man is in stable condition after being shot early Saturday morning. According to a release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, it happened just after 1am Saturday in the 2900 block of Churchill Street.…