City of Centerville to hear from residents on proposed property tax increase
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Centerville recently announced its plans to set the millage rate at 8.9 for Fiscal Year 2025, a…
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Atrium raises awareness for pediatric sickle cell
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium is raising awareness for pediatric sickle cell and aims to educate Middle Georgia about the disease. Dr. Patrick DeMoss says sickle cell is a…
Temperatures climb more Wednesday as some rain chances return
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Highs will be creeping towards 90 degrees around Middle Georgia tomorrow with the possibility for a couple of stray showers. This Evening …
Geoff Duncan, a Trump critic and former Republican, announces Georgia governor bid as a Democrat
ATLANTA (AP) — Former Republican and onetime Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan is running as a Democrat for governor, a remarkable step for a staunch critic of President Donald Trump who left the conservative fold in a region where party…
Houston County Jail nears capacity; staffing shortages raise safety concerns
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Houston County Jail is nearing its maximum capacity of 665 inmates, with 627 currently housed there. Houston County Sheriff Matt…
Two Forsyth men arrested for vehicle break-ins at Mary Persons High School
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Forsyth men have been arrested in connection with a string of vehicle break-ins at Mary Persons High School,…
Fort Valley State University student dies, university confirms
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 19-year-old Fort Valley State University student has died, school officials confirmed. Joshua Da’Mon Woodard, a sophomore visual and performing arts student from…
Elaine H. Lucas Senior Center hosts cookout for seniors during Night to Unite
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Seniors got to join the party on Tuesday as the Elaine H. Lucas Senior Center threw a…
Warner Robins man sentenced to prison for drug trafficking, firearm charges
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to drug trafficking and firearm charges, according to…
Warner Robins man sentenced after high-speed chase, assault convictions
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges connected to a high-speed chase and assault,…
Residents invited to Q&A sessions on proposed data center in Twiggs County
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Twiggs County residents are encouraged to attend public Q&A sessions being held Tuesday and Wednesday to discuss a proposed data center project. Ken Loeber, founding partner of Eagle Rock Partners, will provide information and answer questions…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores September 8-12
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 Public…
Surcheros in Warner Robins celebrates National Guacamole Day with fresh flavors
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - At the Surcheros located at 1277 S. Houston Lake Road in Warner Robins, team members…
2026 Middle Georgia Firefighter Calendar revealed at Luther Williams Field
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County Fire Department revealed the 2026 Middle Georgia Firefighter Calendar at Luther Williams Field on Monday. People were able to purchase…
Coroner: Autopsy planned after Dodge County student collapses, dies
EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Dodge County High School is mourning the loss of 17-year-old junior Hadden Kelly, who died Monday morning, according to Dodge County Coroner Joe…
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office launches annual 'Night to Unite'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office held its kickoff for the annual "Night to Unite" on Monday, ahead of the full community event scheduled…
Sheriff: Johnson County arrest made in juvenile grooming investigation
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 36-year-old man Sunday after an investigation into suspected grooming of a juvenile. According to a news…
Montezuma man arrested after traffic stop leads to drug, contraband seizure
MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A traffic stop in Montezuma led to the discovery of drugs and contraband early Monday, according to the Montezuma Police Department. An officer conducted the stop September 15 after a vehicle was seen speeding and failing…
Monroe County deputies searching for man wanted in identity fraud case
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a Warner Robins man wanted on multiple…
Man sentenced to 20 years in 2021 Jones County homicide case
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was sentenced Friday in connection with a 2021 shooting that killed a woman during a large gathering on Nitrogen Road near the Wilkinson County line. According to the Jones County Sheriff’s Office, Jeremy…
Eastman woman arrested after intentionally setting apartment fire
EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman was arrested after authorities say she intentionally set a fire that damaged an entire building at the Eastman Garden Apartments on Saturday evening, according to the Eastman Police Department. Eastman police and fire departments…
Man hospitalized after Sunday morning shooting in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was shot on Crystal Lake Circle Sunday morning. Deputies say it happened in the 1800 block of Crystal Lake Circle just before 10 a.m. A 28-year-old…
Man found shot to death in yard on Sussex Drive in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was found shot to death in a front yard on Sussex Drive Sunday morning. Deputies said they responded to the 1800 block of Sussex Drive just…
Washington State Prison inmate caught after brief escape
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An inmate from Washington State Prison was captured Sunday morning after escaping, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Joel Cochran said deputies were notified September 14 that an inmate had escaped from the…
Drugs, gun and packages seized in contraband bust near Johnson State Prison
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Law enforcement stopped a suspected contraband drop at Johnson State Prison early Saturday morning, seizing drugs, weapons and other items before they reached the facility. According to a news release from the Johnson County Sheriff's Office,…
Local pet shelter “PAWS” at risk of closure
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Paws in Middle Georgia Animal Rescue says it's close to losing their current location. According to President of the shelter Jessica Gomez, after some confusion…
Artists ready to paint downtown during Macon's annual mural festival
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Downtown Macon is transforming into a dazzling painting as the third annual Macon Mural Festival gets underway, bringing four artists from across the…
11 inmates stabbed during altercation at Dooly State Prison
UNADILLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Mutiple inmates at Dooly State Prison were taken to hospitals on Friday, after an altercation inside the prison. According to a press release sent by the Georgia Department of Corrections, a total of 11 inmates were hurt…
American Red Cross shares tips for National Preparedness Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The American Red Cross is sharing tips for National Preparedness Month and encouraging people to be weather aware. Suzanne Lawler, regional communications manager,…
DA: Houston County men get decades in prison for Michael Cooper killing
UPDATE (9/12/25): Three men have been sentenced for voluntary manslaughter in connection…
10-year-old charged with simple assault at Centerville Elementary
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 10-year-old student at Centerville Elementary School is charged with simple assault after deputies say she brought a knife to school and made…
Warner Robins man sentenced to 10 years for armed robbery, domestic violence
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 20-year-old Warner Robins man was sentenced to 10 years in prison without parole followed by five years of…
WRPD hosts town hall, taking questions from residents
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Residents gathered at the First Baptist Church of Garmon Street for a town hall meeting hosted by the Warner Robins…
UPDATE: Milledgeville police say Pritchard Street deaths believed to be murder-suicide
UPDATE: The Milledgeville Police Department says a man shot and killed a woman before taking his own life in what detectives are calling a murder-suicide…
Georgia College & State University thankful for recent safety upgrades in wake of school shootings, threats
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — In the wake of recent shootings and harmful threats on school campuses across the country, both students and officials at Georgia College & State University (GCSU) say they’re thankful for enhanced public safety this semester. The…
Macon-Bibb Law Enforcement Foundation holds 9/11 remembrance ceremony
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Law Enforcement Foundation honored the victims of the September 11 attacks and the bravery of first responders during its annual remembrance ceremony.…
Mostly sunny and warm Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will largely climb into the upper 80s Friday afternoon around Middle Georgia. This Evening A sunny afternoon will give way to a mostly clear night across…
12 new or renovated affordable homes are coming to Macon for the Tindall Fields Development Project
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County Affordable Housing Fund, Land Bank Authority, and Investment Group Development held a Groundbreaking Ceremony…
Bibb deputies: Teen arrested after shots fired into hotel room near Zebulon Road
UPDATE (9/11/25): The Bibb County Sheriff’s…
Dickey Farms to host Fall Festival
MUSELLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —Dickey Farms is inviting the community to celebrate the season with its annual Fall Festival. Dickey Farms will host the festival on September 27 from 10 a.m.…
UPDATE: Missing 60-year-old Macon man found safe
UPDATE: Anthony Billings has been located and is safe, according to an update from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. ORIGINAL STORY: MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is asking for help finding a 60-year-old man who was…
Dublin VA Medical Center hosts annual September 11 ceremony
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin held its annual 9/11 Remembrance Day ceremony. Employees and veterans welcomed the public to the…
Life-sentenced inmate dies after 'altercation' at Hancock State Prison
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Department of Corrections confirmed the death of an inmate at Hancock State Prison following an "altercation with multiple offenders" on Tuesday.…
Macon Witches Float to unite community, benefit Macon Periods Easier
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The annual Macon Witches Float invites participants to paddle the Ocmulgee River in costume while supporting a local cause. The event begins…
Railway crossing closures begin in Forsyth for safety improvements
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Drivers in Monroe County should expect detours this week and next as railway crossing work closes parts of State Route 83/SR 42 and…
City of Warner Robins breaks ground on eight new townhomes aimed at boosting workforce housing
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Warner Robins is working to increase home ownership among its local workforce. Today,…
Middle Georgia State University opens new competition and event facilities at the Georgia Premier Cross Country Course
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - MGA Knights have something new to look forward to as Middle Georgia State University celebrates…
Court rules Houston County didn't discriminate by denying coverage of gender-affirming surgery
ATLANTA (AP) — A federal appeals court has reversed previous court rulings that found a Georgia county illegally discriminated against a sheriff’s deputy by failing to pay for her gender-affirming surgery. In its ruling Tuesday, the 11th U.S. Circuit Court…
Salvation Army Macon gets computer lab, vans, and shelter upgrades
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Salvation Army of Macon has added new resources including a computer lab, vans, and upgrades to its shelters thanks to donations…
Warner Robins Burger Week showcases $10 burgers at 20 local restaurants
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Warner Robins Burger Week is bringing 20 local restaurants together to serve exclusive $10 burgers not found on regular menus. The event runs September 19–28…