Woman killed in Macon car wreck
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— A woman is dead after a weekend traffic accident. According to a report by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, a traffic collision occurred on Shurling Drive at Treadway Drive…
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Sunshine returns for the weekend
Many of us have been stuck in the clouds today as Ian made landfall, again, on the South Carolina coast. It is still pretty breezy tonight and we will see those…
Jones County Sheriff's Office warning residents of resurgence of 'Pine Straw Scam'
GRAY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The Jones County Sheriff's Office is warning of a possible resurgence of the 'Pine Straw Scam.' A simple knock at your door could seem like a friendly face, but you…
Baldwin County receives funding to help replace sewer systems
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Baldwin County is using $1 million in grant funding to finish its 10-year sewer replacement project. The money is from the Georgia Department of…
'Highway 11 Halls of Horror' in Jones County starts the scares for Halloween season
GRAY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) - The fall season is here, and that means things are starting to get a little spooky in Jones County. A…
Fourth annual 'Georgia Run for the Fallen' happening in Middle Georgia this weekend
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The fourth annual 'Georgia Run for the Fallen' is underway. The 164-mile journey started at Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Milledgeville…
Historic Macon flea market happening this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Historic Macon Foundation is holding its Fall Flea Market this weekend. The flea market is a fundraiser for the foundation and offers a…
Man charged in connection to September murder
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- An arrest has been made in connection to the murder of 40-year-old Lester Summers, who was killed September 10th. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office,…
LIST: Middle Georgia Schools make alternate plans in response to Hurricane Ian; Virtual learning, Football games, etc.
Middle Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Many school systems are taking action in preparation for the potential impact of Hurricane Ian on the Middle Georgia region later…
Monroe County deputy injured in traffic stop
FORSYTH, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— A man is in jail after attempting to flee from Monroe County deputies Thursday afternoon. The Sheriff's Office says a deputy stopped 37-year-old Samuel Brown on I-75 South…
Family of 41NBC reporter details moments of Hurricane Ian
TAMPA, Florida(41NBC/WMGT)— Hundreds of families in Florida are picking up the pieces after Hurricane Ian made its way through the state on Wednesday. One of…
Non-Profit organization educates others about heart health
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— September 29 is known as 'World Heart Day.' That's why non-profit organization, 'Chip'n Away at Heart Disease,' is educating the community about the day. Throughout the month…
Piedmont Macon holds Suicide Symposium for Suicide Prevention month
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— September is National Suicide Prevention Month. That's why Piedmont Macon took time to shine light on the signs of suicide in a symposium on Thursday. They…
Jones County College and Career Academy encouraging trade jobs
GRAY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-- The Jones County College and Career Academy is working with local industry partners to offer new opportunities to students. Several industry leaders, colleges, and career academies…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office arrests two with active warrants
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County Sheriff's Office, in tandem with the Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force, arrested 2 suspects connected to felony probation warrants and drug charges. According to reports, the two suspects were staying in the Econo…
Two teens arrested during Burglary in Progress
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County Sheriff's Office arrested 2 male juveniles connected to a burglary in progress Wednesday afternoon. The BCSO says the incident happened at Autumn Trace…
Cherry Blossom Festival announces 38 Special as headliner of Veterans Day Celebration
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Cherry Blossom Festival has announced the headliner of the Veterans Day Celebration concert to take place on November 6th. Nationally…
Strong winds to take over Middle Georgia Thursday afternoon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Winds will be at the strongest today in Middle Georgia as Tropical Storm Ian moves into the Atlantic. Today It is a split forecast…
Winds increase in Middle Georgia Thursday, ahead of Ian
All eyes have been on Ian today as it battered much of the Florida peninsula. Ian is quickly weakening this evening over land, but is still forecast…
Visit Macon offers resources for evacuees seeking shelter from Hurricane Ian
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As Hurricane Ian makes landfall, storm evacuees are coming to Middle Georgia for safety and shelter. Visit Macon is one of many…
Herschel Walker stops in Forsyth on campaign trail
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Senate candidate Herschel Walker made a stop in Forsyth Wednesday. As part of his "Unite Georgia Bus Tour," Walker gave a speech at Meadows Clay…
Jones County Sheriff's Office warning parents about TikTok Challenge
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Jones County Sheriff's Office is warning parents about a possible TikTok challenge that could put teens in danger. The sheriff's office issued the warning on its Facebook page after a student needed medical attention Tuesday…
High Falls State Park opens reservations for Hurricane Ian evacuees
JACKSON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High Falls State Park has opened reservations to people evacuating. Reservations to the campgrounds at High Falls are filling up quickly. Park manager Terry Miller…
Laurens County welcoming Hurricane Ian evacuees
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As Hurricane Ian continues to move north, Florida residents and those who live on the Georgia coast are continuing to evacuate. One of those…
Baldwin County Sheriff's Office investigating 'possible drive-by shooting'
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is in stable condition at the hospital after a "possible drive-by shooting" Tuesday night. It happened just before midnight in the area of…
Atlanta Motor Speedway offering campgrounds to those seeking shelter from Hurricane Ian
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Atlanta Motor Speedway is opening it's campgrounds to those seeking refuge from Hurricane Ian. The campgrounds will provide camping spaces free…
Georgia Department of Transportation prepares for impact from Hurricane Ian
Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has taken some actions to help prepare for the impact of hurricane Ian. According to a release from…
UPDATE: Escaped inmate in custody
UPDATE: MCSO says that the escaped inmate Robert Jenkins is in custody per the U.S. Marshalls, and that the vehicle was located in Muscogee County, Georgia. FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Monroe…
Mostly cloudy and breezy day ahead for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cloud cover and wind will increase today as Hurricane Ian makes landfall in Florida. Today Cloud cover made its way into Middle…
Ian brings increasing clouds, breezy weather Wednesday
It has been a beautiful fall day in Middle Georgia with mostly sunny skies and cool temps, but we will soon be seeing the influence of Hurricane Ian on…
6-year-old girl hospitalized after being shot in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 6-year-old girl is in stable condition at the hospital after being shot on Wren Avenue Tuesday night. A Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release…
Milledgeville man found dead with multiple gunshot wounds
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Baldwin County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide after a man was found dead at his home Tuesday. A Baldwin County Sheriff's Office news…
Macon-Bibb shelters preparing to house Hurricane Ian evacuees
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Residents in Florida are evacuating their homes ahead of Hurricane Ian's arrival, and several humanitarian groups in middle Georgia are preparing to house those impacted…
Middle Georgia farmers preparing for possible impact of Hurricane Ian
VIENNA, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Farmers across middle Georgia are preparing for the potential of severe weather. With Hurricane Ian inching closer to Florida, its possible…
Macon 16-year-old charged with murder of another teenager
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –A Macon teenager was arrested Tuesday in connection to the shooting death of another teenager. A 16-year-old is in custody after Bibb County Investigators charged him…
Dooly County preparing for Hurricane Ian impact
VIENNA, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Rural parts of middle Georgia are taking precautionary measures ahead of Ian's arrival. The storm was a Category 3 hurricane as of Tuesday night…
Macon Water Authority preparing for Hurricane Ian impacts
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Water Authority is clearing its stormwater systems of debris and blockages ahead of any potential impact from Hurricane Ian. MWA has made several…
Governor Kemp issues State of Emergency due to Hurricane Ian
Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Governor Brian Kemp issued a state of emergency for all counties in Georgia Tuesday to prepare for hurricane Ian's impact predicted to take place…
Clouds and wind begin to move into Middle Georgia this afternoon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cloud cover and wind will increase this afternoon in Middle Georgia as Hurricane Ian continues north. Today Sunny conditions continued to…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores September 19-23
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, September 19 and Friday, September 23, 2022. All scores of 69 and below are shown in red. All scores…
Macon woman killed in housefire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman is dead after an early morning fire near downtown Macon. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones tells 41NBC the blaze started around 4 this morning in the…
1 dead, 1 hospitalized after east Macon crash
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - One person is dead and another is in the hospital after a two-vehicle crash in east Macon Monday night. A Bibb County Sheriff's Office…
Temps cool ahead of potential Ian impacts
Fall weather is back in Middle Georgia for the start of the week behind a cold front that pushed through today. Lows overnight will be falling into the mid…
Cherry Blossom Festival named 'Best Festival in the World'
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The International Cherry Blossom Festival is named "Best Festival in the World." The festival recently received more than 20 awards from the International Festivals &…
Local emergency management agencies preparing for possible severe weather from Ian
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Several middle Georgia Emergency Management Agencies are staying weather aware ahead of the possible impact of Ian. As Hurricane Ian nears Florida, middle…
Bobby Jones Performing Arts Center removed from Historic Macon's Fading Five list
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Historic Macon announced the removal of the Bobby Jones Performing Arts Center from its Fading Five list. The Bobby Jones…
Macon-Bibb Mayor's Literacy Alliance holds its first luncheon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Mayor's Literacy Alliance held its first literacy luncheon on Monday. Guests in attendance included Mayor Lester Miller and Bibb County Superintendent Dr.…
Sunshine sticks around to begin the final week of September
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The sunny conditions will continue today in Middle Georgia. Today It was a slightly muggy morning around Middle Georgia, however the skies were clear…
Man dies after being shot in May
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones tells 41NBC 67-year-old Phillip Wynes died Saturday from complications following a shooting injury. Wynes was shot on Bailey Avenue while he…
Two dead after car wreck in Washington County
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men are dead after a wreck in Washington County Saturday night. According to the incident report by the Georgia State Patrol, Briant Ware of…