Macon-Bibb County Commission allocates $150,000 to food banks in wake of shutdown
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Today marks day 36 of the government shutdown, making it the longest in U.S. history. As pauses in federal food…
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Five Guys seeks approval to build new drive-thru restaurant in north Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new Five Guys restaurant with a drive-thru is being proposed for 4951 Riverside Drive in Macon, a property that received approval earlier this year for a Raising Cane’s restaurant that has not been built. 41NBC has…
Mayor Mary Parham-Copelan reacts after securing historic third term in Milledgeville
MILLEDGEVILLE , Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mayor Mary Parham-Copelan has been re-elected for a third term, making history yet again as the first African American woman to…
Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick speaks out after being reelected
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There was a party inside the Curtis Event Center in Warner Robins as supporters of Mayor LaRhonda Patrick celebrated four more…
Voters across Middle Georgia approve sales tax measures for schools, roads and safety
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Voters in counties across Middle Georgia approved a series of local sales tax measures during Tuesday’s election, supporting education,…
Randall Walker wins another term as Perry mayor, defeating challenger Christopher Smith
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Randall Walker has been re-elected as mayor of Perry after defeating challenger Chris Smith in Tuesday’s election. Walker received 1,949…
LaRhonda Patrick re-elected mayor of Warner Robins in landslide victory
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mayor LaRhonda Patrick has been re-elected to a second term as Warner Robins’ top official, defeating challenger Fabian Velazquez in Tuesday's election. Patrick received 9,518 votes, or 79.23 percent, while Velazquez earned 2,495 votes, or…
Fort Valley mayor’s race heads to runoff between Lundy and Reeves
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The race for mayor of Fort Valley is headed to a runoff after no candidate secured more than 50 percent of the vote in Tuesday’s election. Incumbent Mayor Jeffery F. Lundy and challenger Shakeena B.…
Mary Parham-Copelan re-elected mayor of Milledgeville
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mary Parham-Copelan has been re-elected as mayor of Milledgeville, defeating challenger Walter Reynolds in Tuesday’s election. Parham-Copelan received 1,234 votes, or 52.98 percent, while Reynolds earned 1,095 votes, or 47.02 percent. In August, Parham-Copelan told 41NBC's…
Study: Rural Georgians lack access to Alzheimer's care
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A recent study from the University of Georgia College of Pharmacy shows that rural Georgians seeking treatment for Alzheimer's Disease often face commutes north of an hour. "It's really an alarming issue," said Dr. Niying Li,…
Gray restaurant offering free meals for kids as SNAP benefits remain suspended
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Several restaurants around Middle Georgia are providing free meals for families and children while SNAP benefits have been taken away. Since November 1, SNAP benefits have been cut off for many families, and they're having to…
Middle Georgia voters decide mayoral races, council seats, and ESPLOST measures
Click here for election results after 7pm. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT- Voters across Middle Georgia are heading to the polls today to decide dozens of local races and special tax measures, along with two statewide contests for the Georgia Public Service…
Piedmont Macon hosts free diabetes conference to raise awareness and promote prevention
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon is raising awareness during Diabetes Awareness Month and encouraging people to attend its first Diabetes Conference. Diabetes educator Keri Wilbur…
Temperatures return to above average Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Highs will reach back into the mid 70s around Middle Georgia Wednesday afternoon. This Evening It’s been a sunny and pleasant day around Middle Georgia and things will stay clear through tonight. This is good for…
Macon Regional Crimestoppers celebrates 25 years, thousands of cases cleared in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Regional Crimestoppers marked 25 years of helping solve crimes and keep communities safe across Middle Georgia. The nonprofit…
Bibb County voters weigh Public Service Commission races, $250M ESPLOST measure
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Voters in Bibb County are turning out Tuesday for a special election that could shape Georgia’s energy policy and the future of local schools. On the ballot are two Public Service Commission (PSC) races. District 2…
Macon-Bibb County Fire Department receives photos of department's first fire apparatus
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department received a snapshot of its history on Monday. Sandra Aronson says her late parents had kept pictures of the Macon Fire Department's first apparatus truck, taken in 1910, before and after…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores October 27-31
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 Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, October 27 and Friday, October 31. Understanding…
Macon-Bibb County leaders urge voters to renew ESPLOST
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –On the eve of Election Day, a host of Macon-Bibb County leaders called on residents to turn out and vote "yes" in support of renewing…
Four arrested, one wanted after Milledgeville shooting that injured man
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Four people are in custody and one person is still wanted after a shooting that injured a man and struck an occupied…
Slight climb in temperatures Tuesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More highs will reach 70 degrees Tuesday afternoon around the region. This Evening It’s been a sunny one for the first Monday of November and there will be plenty more where that came from this week.…
Local experts give financial advice on money management during a government shutdown
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With the government shutdown cutting benefits, money is now one of the top concerns for many families. Most Americans, however,…
GBI investigating inmate death after use of force at Wheeler Correctional Facility
ALAMO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating the death of an inmate after a use-of-force incident at Wheeler Correctional Facility in…
Macon Fashion Week kicks off, celebrating local creativity and community
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The weeklong celebration, running through November 8, highlights the city’s unique style, creativity, and community spirit. The event features a variety of…
Warner Robins Police investigating domestic-related homicide at Corder Road apartment
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Warner Robins Police are investigating a domestic-related homicide after a man was found with a "serious" bleeding wound Saturday night. According to a news release, police and fire crews responded to an apartment at 919…
Disney On Ice brings magic to Macon Coliseum this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The magic of Disney is taking over the Macon Coliseum this weekend as Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures makes its…
State warns Dublin City Schools about finances, orders fixes and offers help
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A report this week from the Georgia Department of Education says Dublin City Schools remains in financial crisis, with state officials warning that the district still lacks qualified staff to manage its budget and continues to…
Commissioner warns against kerosene sold at Lucky Lady in Cochran
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Agriculture Commissioner is warning consumers not to use kerosene purchased from the Lucky Lady at 393-A Georgia Hwy. 26 E, Cochran, GA 31014, citing possible gasoline contamination that could cause a fire or explosion if…
Piedmont opens third primary care clinic in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Piedmont has expanded access to primary care in Macon with the opening of Piedmont Primary Care at Bass Road, the health system’s third primary care facility in Middle Georgia this year. The clinic is at 100 N.…
Bibb County authorities seek suspect in trespass, property damage case
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted in connection with a criminal trespass and property damage incident, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. 36-year-old Ontario Bester is wanted…
Crawford County man sentenced to 38 years for child molestation
CRAWFORD COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Crawford County man will spend nearly four decades in prison after a jury found him guilty of molesting two young sisters while living in their home. A jury convicted 31-year-old Jordan Lee Hambrick on…
Macon Water Authority addresses customer concerns about water taste
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Water Authority says recent reports of an earthy or “dirt-like” taste in some customers’ tap water do not indicate any safety issues, and that the water remains safe to drink and continues to meet…
Alexander II Magnet School celebrates opening of new outdoor classroom
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Students and staff at Alexander II Math and Science Magnet School celebrated the opening of a brand-new outdoor classroom Thursday afternoon. The project…
Sunshine returns to end the week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Despite being known as the Spooky Holiday no bad weather is expected on Halloween this year. This Evening The clouds have been stubborn again despite the efforts of sunlight to peek through this afternoon. There has…
UPDATE: Eric Head sentenced to 20 years in prison in fatal 2021 boating crash
UPDATE (10/30/25): Eric Head has been sentenced to the maximum penalty of 20 years in prison for the 2021 Lake Tobesofkee boating crash that killed 22-year-old Will Childs and seriously injured Averie Hopkins, according to a news release from Macon…
Superintendent: Dooly County High School students safe after precautionary lockdown
DOOLY COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Dooly County High School was placed on lockdown Thursday morning as a precaution while deputies investigated reports of burglaries in the surrounding area. That's according to a letter from Superintendent Dr. Sherrod Willaford shared on…
10th annual AGC Central Georgia Skills Challenge draws 2,000 students to Perry
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More than 125 high schools from 26 Middle Georgia counties showcased their talents in a hands-on construction contest Thursday at…
UPDATE: Two arrested in Bibb County teen homicide, investigation ongoing
(UPDATE 10/30/2025) Two people have been arrested in connection with a death investigation on Soldad Court that took place on October 6, according to the Bibb…
GBI: Man shot, killed after attempting to attack Bibb deputy with screwdriver
UPDATE (12:45pm): The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is reviewing a fatal officer-involved shooting after a man tried to attack a Bibb County deputy with a screwdriver…
Bibb County inmate taken to hospital after early morning jail fight
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says an inmate was injured during a fight inside the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center early Wednesday morning. Capt. Linda Howard tells 41NBC it happened just after 4 a.m. and involved…
Rashard Johnson named president of Atrium Health Navicent
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent has named Rashard Johnson as its new president. According to a news release, Johnson will oversee Atrium Health Navicent’s facilities across the region, including The Medical Center in Macon, Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin…
Macon shelters, centers prepare for increased demand as winter approaches
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With temperatures dropping, centers like Depaul USA Daybreak and the Brookdale Resource Center are seeing more people seeking shelter from harsh weather conditions. Sister Deborah Mallott, Director of Daybreak, says the center has reached capacity almost…
GoFundMe supports Wrightsville firefighter after sword attack outside gas station
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office shared a GoFundMe page Wednesday to help a Wrightsville firefighter recovering from a sword attack that left…
Daylight Saving Time ends: Expert warns of mental health impacts
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As Daylight Saving Time comes to an end this Sunday, remember to turn your clocks back one hour. While the extra hour of sleep is welcomed by many, mental health experts caution that the time change can…
Macon businesses helping SNAP users amid shutdown, looming pause in benefits
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits set to pause this Saturday, the risk of food insecurity for thousands of Middle…
Mostly cloudy and windy Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This Evening It’s been another overcast day for most of Middle Georgia with off and on light showers. The warmest locations only climbed into the lower 60s…
Police looking for suspect in Warner Robins invasion of privacy case
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Warner Robins Police say they are asking for the public's help to identify a man accused of recording a woman under her clothing at a business located at 2622 Watson Boulevard on October 6. Police…
'It's a cycle': Macon DA speaks at Domestic Violence Awareness Symposium
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - District Attorney Anita Howard focused on recognizing the warning signs and breaking the cycle of abuse Wednesday at the annual Domestic…
Mayor Randall Walker, Christopher Smith face off in Perry mayoral race
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In just one week, Perry voters will decide who will lead the city for the next four years. Current Mayor Randall…