Monroe County's used book sale returns this weekend
FORSYTH, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Monroe County's used book sale returns this weekend after not being held the last two years. The pandemic put a pause on the book sale,…
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Man sentenced to over 17 years in prison after robbing a bank for a second time
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A man has been sentenced to serve more than 17 years in prison after a second…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office still searching for suspects behind February Jeep robbery; new photos released
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is still looking to find the suspects behind the February armed robbery…
MTA 'Spirit of Macon' mural vandalized
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is working to figure out who vandalized a downtown Macon mural. Someone discovered graffiti on "The Spirit of Macon" mural that sits at the…
Showers likely around Middle Georgia Thursday; more severe weather possible Friday night
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Scattered showers are likely early Thursday and again overnight, and another cold front could…
BREAKING: Single-vehicle wreck on Highway 247 draws emergency services
UPDATE: The BCSO says that the driver and the passenger were taken to Atrium Health Navicent by ambulance and are doing well, both are listed in stable condition. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A wreck off Highway 247 by Christian Fellowship…
Thursday stays cool after starting rainy
After a morning of severe storms in parts of Middle Georgia, we will see a nice break from rain overnight. By the early morning hours Thursday, however, rain returns to…
Covid-19: Health leaders reflect two years later
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It's been nearly two years since the World Health Organization declared Covid-19 a pandemic. On Wednesday, leaders with Atrium Health Navicent held a panel discussion to…
Local Doctor shares tips on how to fight allergies
MACON, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT)- Many of us are beginning to feel the early effects of allergies due to the pollen. That's why Atrium Health Navicient is providing tips to fight against allergies. "If…
Macon-Bibb County fights hunger with $500k in grants
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Macon-Bibb Committee of the Whole approved the distribution of $500,000 to 17 food distributors across the county. The funding comes from the American Rescue…
Middle Regional Libraries hosts Women's History Events
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— All Middle Georgia Regional Libraries are celebrating Women's History Month. Books aimed at educating people about influential women in history, are on display at the Lanford Library…
Plant Based Demonstration Project helps participants live healthier
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The ten day Plant Based Demonstration Project began on February 21. Organizers of the project included, Macon Beets, The Macon Volunteer Clinic and the Rescue Mission…
Cherry Blossom Festival has major impact on local economy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— We're less than 10 days away from the start of the 40th Annual International Cherry Blossom Festival. Macon-Bibb County Commissioners heard from past Festival Chair, Alex…
Milledgeville bar owner pleads guilty to Tax Evasion
According to a release from the United States Department of Justice, 44 year-old James Stafford engaged in a scheme to evade taxes as he and others underreported gross…
Offensive Signage hung up on wall of Warner Robins High School
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Wednesday morning at Warner Robins High School, offensive signage was found to be hanging on the wall. Principal of Warner…
Woman arrested for child cruelty among other felonies at Dublin child care center
EAST DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested a woman for several felonies involving child cruelty at a child…
Severe storms possible early Wednesday; heavy rain to move in ahead of Thursday morning
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A cold front is bringing a severe threat to most of Middle Georgia this morning, and a new system will bring widespread heavy rain to much of the region during the early morning hours Thursday. Today…
UPDATE: Bathroom fire under investigation at Rutland Middle and High
UPDATE: Students at Rutland Middle and High have resumed normal operations. According to an update sent to parents from the School District, the Fire Department found out that the alarm was the result of a small fire contained to the…
Severe storms possible Wednesday morning
After a relatively quiet weather day for most of Middle Georgia, we will be starting Wednesday with a bang (I'm talking thunder and lightning). A line of storms will be moving…
Macon-Bibb County appoints bicentennial committee
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— 22 people will serve on the Macon-Bibb County Bicentennial committee. Commissioners appointed them during Tuesday's Committee of the Whole Meeting. Most of the appointees were in attendance: Alex…
Toomsboro Development Corporation to purchase property for revitalization
TOOMSBORO, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— A Wilkinson County town with a population of more than 500 people could double in size soon. 70 acres of property in Toomsboro will soon see…
Dooly County High School celebrates hometown hero
VIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Dooly County High School celebrated the return of Montravius Adams. Adams is a Dooly County native, went to college at Auburn University and now plays for…
Governor Kemp working to suspend fuel taxes to lessen the impact of rising gas prices
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Georgia Governor Brian Kemp spoke out on his social media that he and his team are working…
Unoccupied building near downtown Macon catches on fire
UPDATE: (5:43P.M.)- According to Battalion Chief Todd Alligood, firefighters were called to the scene around 10:30 a.m. No one was inside the building once they arrived. "It's Fairley…
Macon Bloom Cam is back to show you blossoms in real-time
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Have you ever wanted to watch the cherry blossoms in Macon bloom in real-time? Well now you can, as Visit Macon…
UPDATE: Houston County missing man FOUND
UPDATE: The Houston County Sheriff's Office has located Dave Dwight Doerr and they say that he is safe. HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Houston County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing man, and is asking for the public's help…
Warner Robins car crash kills 2
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two people are dead after an accident in Warner Robins early Tuesday morning. According to a release from the Warner Robins Police Department, a Chevrolet…
Showers likely Tuesday afternoon and evening; severe potential Wednesday morning
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Showers are likely around Middle Georgia during the late hours of Tuesday, and another cold front could…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores February 28-March 4
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, February 28 and Friday, March 4, 2022. All scores of 69 and below are shown in red. All…
Man sentenced after using COVID loan to spend over $50,000 on a Pokémon trading card
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— A Laurens County man has been sentenced after admitting he lied to obtain a COVID-19 disaster relief loan, then used a…
Rain chances are here to stay for the week
After a week of dry weather, we finally saw the return of rain in Middle Georgia. A few storms brought some beneficial rainfall to the area this afternoon along a cold front, that will bring cooler air for the rest…
To rent or to buy? Middle Georgia rentals growing in popularity
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— House prices are rising and buying a home might not be a possibility for most people. That's why build to rent…
Macon-Bibb Mayor to announce names for the Bicentennial Committee
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller, is expected to announce the names of the Bicentennial committee Tuesday. One of the names Mayor Miller suggested for the committee is Alex Habersham. He's the…
Lisa Garrett running for re-election for BCBOE At-Large seat
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Lisa Garrett is running for re-election for the Bibb County School Board of Education Post 8, At-Large seat. Garrett is a retired teacher from the Bibb County School…
Museum of Aviation opens Summer STEM camp registration
WARNER ROBINS, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT)- The Museum of Aviation opened registration for its STEM Summer Camps. The camp is back for first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Camps are…
Birth Center Tours return to Atrium Health Navicent
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- After a pause due to COVID-19, tours of the family birth center at Atrium Health Navicent are back. These tours allow expectant parents to…
Macon man charged with assault after shooting ex-girlfriend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A 30 year-old man has been arrested after an altercation with his ex-girlfriend ended in her being shot. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's…
Crash on I-75 early Saturday leaves one dead, another injured
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Early Saturday, a crash involving a truck pulling a horse trailer resulted in the death of a woman from Dillard, Georgia. According…
Online Survey opens for Macon Mall amphitheater project
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon-Bibb is hosting an online survey for thoughts and ideas concerning the new Amphitheater coming to the Macon Mall for those who weren't able…
UPDATE: Macon man dies from injuries in February shooting
UPDATE (03/07): The Bibb County Sheriff's Office reports that the victim from this shooting, 24 year-old Mandrelle Wayne Curry, was pronounced deceased on March 7, 2022, due to injuries from the incident. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones says the next…
Rain returns to the forecast Monday night
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A cold front will bring some thunderstorms to parts of Middle Georgia tonight. Today After more than a week without…
Monroe sentenced in trafficking case
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The lead defendant in a methamphetamine trafficking case that saw 30 people arrested in Laurens County in July has been sentenced after pleading guilty. According to a release from the Department of Justice, 32 year-old David…
Bibb deputies: Man arrested after being chased by entering auto victim
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is in custody after deputies say he entered a vehicle and went through a woman's purse Friday afternoon in…
UPDATE: WRPD says Watson Boulevard area 'safe at this time'
UPDATE (11 p.m.) - Police say a man is dead following a SWAT callout Friday night. WRPD officers were dispatched to the 100 block of Appian Way…
Mercer professor raising funds for Ukrainian refugees
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A professor at Mercer University is using her small business to help Ukrainian refugees. Dr. Ania Rynarzewska is an Assistant Professor of Sports Business and…
Startup Studios shines light on Macon art
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Startup Studios in Macon, with the help of local businesses, put together a map to point out different forms of art around downtown. The owners…
Bibb County School District celebrates YouthBuild students
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Students participating in the Bibb County School District's YouthBuild program celebrated their accomplishments Friday. "We're celebrating the students who completed requirements for their high school…
Houston County School District hosts 8th annual 'Market Day'
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County School District held its annual Market Day Friday. Market Day is used to teach third graders the importance of…
Central Georgia CARES to host memorial for its mascot
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Central Georgia CARES is inviting the community to celebrate the life of its mascot, AC Pup. AC Pup was found nearly frozen to death…
Macon-Bibb County Fire Department celebrates the promotion of 36 Firefighters
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department celebrated 36 firefighters Friday who were promoted to lieutenant. The department says it's one of the largest promotions…