Macon County residents get access to high speed fiber internet
OGLETHORPE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) - Almost 3,000 Macon County residents now have access to high speed internet for the first time. It's all thanks to a partnership between the…
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Couple arrested and charged for fatal Waverly Pointe Townhouse shooting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Two people have been charged in connection to a deadly shooting that took place at the Waverly Pointe Townhouses in late July. According…
Cloudy skies have returned to Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cloudy skies have returned to Middle Georgia overnight and will stick around the rest of the week. Today Cloudy skies moved into Middle Georgia…
Two arrested after attempting to bring drugs into prison
LAURENS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two people are behind bars after attempting to sneak contraband into Telfair Prison using a drone. According to a release from the Georgia Department of Corrections, on August 14th a drone was spotted flying…
Warner Robins Police Department adding new cameras throughout city
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Warner Robins was just designated as a Smart City. The first phase in the designation will focus on public safety. According to…
Rain and cooler temps settle in for the week
It has been a nice day across Middle Georgia with plenty of sunshine and highs in the upper 80s. The dry weather will be coming to an…
Bibb Sheriff's Office investigating death of 9-month-old child
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff's Office investigators are investigating the death of an infant Tuesday afternoon. A Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release says investigators were called…
City of Perry hosts Black History Month banner contest
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Perry is adding a more personalized element to Black History Banners it plans to display in February. Residents can submit their…
Mercer University receives grant to help autism patients
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Mercer University wants to make sure families in rural communities get more resources for kids with autism. Mercer School of Medicine in Macon and Savannah…
Monkeypox vaccine available in Middle Georgia
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The North Central Health District is now offering the monkeypox vaccine at two locations. The vaccine is available at the Houston County Health Department and the…
Community garden keeping residents active
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Atrium Health Navicent's Carlyle Senior Living Center is getting residents active with a garden run by residents. The garden started three years ago as a way for residents…
YKK $125M expansion into Macon on its way
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --A $125 million business expansion is on its way to Bibb County. Governor Kemp announced Tuesday that YKK AP America Inc. will be expanding to include…
Monroe County Sheriff's Office makes several arrests in drug investigation
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Monroe County Sheriff's Office recently began an investigation into complaints concerning drug activity amongst a large number of people hanging out at 2 addresses on Stokes Store Road and Virginia Lee Blvd. The investigation began…
Macon man charged with aggravated assault after shooting and chase at Harrison Rd Walmart
(41NBC/WMGT) -- A 66-year-old man has been charged with 3 counts of aggravated assault in connection to an incident that happened on Wilson…
One more day of sun before clouds and rain return
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Sunny skies will continue to dominate Middle Georgia this afternoon. Today Skies around Middle Georgia were clear heading into the sunrise hours,…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores August 8-12
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, August 8 and Friday, August 12, 2022. All scores of 69 and below are shown in red. All…
Staying dry Tuesday ahead of a rainy week
We had an excellent weekend of dry weather for Middle Georgia, but storms this evening are just a starter for what will be a wet week. Tuesday will…
Porcelain protester leaves strong message for Fort Valley leaders
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It was a protest that was flushed away almost as soon as it was noticed. It was business as usual outside of Fort…
Senator Jon Ossoff announces insulin price cap for senior citizens
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Insulin prices for senior citizens will soon be capped at $35 per month. Senator Jon Ossoff was in Macon at the Elaine Lucas…
Milledgeville hosting first 'Summer Sips' contest
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A drink contest is underway in downtown Milledgeville and will continue through the end of August. The contest, called "Milledgeville Summer Sips," was created as a…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office reports increase in illegal door-to-door sales
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is receiving more calls regarding illegal door-to door activity. The sheriff's office says it's happening all over the…
Fun in the sun continues to begin the new week.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Conditions in Middle Georgia are remaining dry and pleasant behind last week’s cold front. Today It was a pleasant morning to begin…
Alleged domestic dispute ends with Macon man dead
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An alleged domestic dispute turned deadly this weekend in the 1300 block of Woodliff Street. It happened Sunday morning just before 1:30 am. The male…
Motorcyclist killed in Riverside Drive accident
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic collision in the 2800 block of Riverside Drive. It happened Saturday night around 7:48p.m.. It was reported…
Dry air returns for the weekend
We are once again dealing with a stormy evening in Middle Georgia, but we are so close to some dry weather. A cold front is dropping into the area tonight,…
Bibb Sheriff's Office: Warner Robins woman dies after crash on Hawkinsville Road
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - One person is dead after a two-vehicle crash on Hawkinsville Road Friday night. It happened just before 5:30 near Hawkinsville Road's…
New safety measures in place for Jones County football games
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Fans who attend football games at Jones County High School will notice changes this season. The Board of Education created more safety measures…
Mercer women's basketball coach shares her book with Bibb County first graders
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It was Dr. Seuss who once said, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that…
City of Perry launches new podcast
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — There's a new way to learn about how the City of Perry works. The city started a podcast called "Inside Perry." Tabitha Clark, Senior Communications Manager with…
Wesleyan College welcomes new students
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) - Wesleyan College is welcoming a new group of students to its campus. The school held its official induction ceremony Friday morning to welcome its new students. The college says…
Houston Hardware celebrates 40th anniversary
BONAIRE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Houston Hardware and Garden Center is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The store, located at 602 GA Highway 247, opened on July 19, 1982. It was…
Georgia National Fairgrounds hosting consignment sale through Sunday
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Tykes, Tots & Teens consignment sale is back at the Georgia National Fairgrounds from August 11-14. Local vendors are selling children's goods from clothes to toys…
Georgia College starts new school year with move-in day
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new round of students moved into Georgia College and participated in the official GCSU move-in day this week. About 1,100 new students…
UPDATE: Car owner contacts investigators after juvenile left in critical condition following shooting
UPDATE (11:34 p.m.) - The owner of the Ford Escort has contacted and spoken with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Investigators are still asking for your help in locating the two males who helped take the juvenile to the hospital.…
City of Forsyth water customers dealing with discolored water
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - City of Forsyth water customers are dealing with discolored water, and the city is working to resolve the issue. A City of Forsyth Facebook post Thursday said the discoloration is due to an increase in manganese…
Front brings storms Friday
As expected it has been another stormy day in Middle Georgia with rain and clouds throughout the day. Overnight, showers and storms will continue with lows dropping into the low 70s. Friday…
Bibb Sheriff's Office provides update on ShotSpotter technology
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is providing an update on the ShotSpotter technology that's been in place since February. The technology helps identify gunfire incidents…
Bibb Schools Superintendent meets with local business leaders
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County School District is partnering with the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce to talk to businesses about how to impact students. Superintendent Dr. Dan…
Meet the new director of 'Startup Macon'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Heaven Whitby, a Macon native and Northeast High School graduate, is the new director of Startup Macon. It's a new initiative funded by the Knight Foundation…
Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin gets stamp of approval for stroke care
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin is getting the stamp of approval on the care it gives to stroke patients. The hospital is designated…
Macon Mental Health Matters 'Pop-Up Gym' events return Saturday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Mental Health Matters "Pop-Up Gym" events return after a month break. The organization typically holds a pop-up event in a Macon recreation center on the second Saturday of the month. The sessions include yoga,…
Animal rescues hosting pet pantry this weekend
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you are in need of items for your furry friend, you're in luck! Island Breeze Animal Rescue in Jeffersonville is hosting…
Dooly County High School and K-8 Academy closed Friday due to water main burst
VIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Two schools in the Dooly County School System will be closed to students, faculty, and staff on Friday, August…
Bleckley County School bus involved in traffic accident Thursday morning
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Bleckley County school bus got in an accident Thursday morning. According to a social media post by Bleckley County Schools, a two-car…
Storm chances climbing ahead of the weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The number of scattered storms we will see in the afternoon and evening is climbing ahead of the weekend. Today Much like yesterday we will see plenty…
Reward offered in murder case of two brothers
FITZGERALD, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Fitzgerald Police Department are offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest and conviction for the homicides of Kevin and Cedric Kind. The Kind Brothers were…
Perry Restaurant Week starts August 12
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Perry Restaurant Week started August 12. Whether you're going to your favorite lunch spot or wanting to try a restaurant you've never tried, Perry Restaurant Week is…
Jones County Sheriff's Office cracks down on underage drinking
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Jones County Sheriff's Office is cracking down on businesses selling alcohol to anyone under 21. Lt. Kenny Gleaton says investigators conducted a compliance…
Macon-Bibb adds airport director position
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Middle Georgia Regional Airport will soon have a director in charge. Macon-Bibb County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve adding the position to the organizational chart. The position…
Sen. Ossoff making push for better fitting body armor for female military members
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Senator Jon Ossoff is making a push in the senate for better fitting body armor for women in the military.…