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, 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.…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Regional Crimestoppers marked 25 years of helping solve crimes and keep communities safe across Middle Georgia. The nonprofit…
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, 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…
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, 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…
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…
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.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With the government shutdown cutting benefits, money is now one of the top concerns for many families. Most Americans, however,…
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, 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, 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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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, 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, 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…
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…
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 (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…
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…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More than 16 high schools from 26 invited Middle Georgia counties showcased their talents in a hands-on construction contest Thursday…
(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…
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…
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…
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, 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…
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…
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, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits set to pause this Saturday, the risk of food insecurity for thousands of Middle…
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…
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…
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…
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…
TELFAIR COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Even as the federal government shutdown continues into its 27th day, county leaders are trying to make progress…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is making sure kids have a fun and safe place to celebrate Halloween this year. The annual…
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Sparta Police Chief Tommie Walker is clarifying that a reminder Tuesday about city event permits was not meant to cancel homecoming activities, but to ensure public safety and compliance with local ordinances. In a Facebook Live…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Attendance in schools has been a ongoing issue around the country. Here in Middle Georgia, tThe Bibb County School District says it is constantly addressing this issue by encouraging their students to attend school daily to…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins man has been sentenced to 40 years, with 15 to serve in prison, after pleading guilty to trafficking cocaine and multiple other drug and firearm offenses, according to the Houston County District…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a man who has been missing since Saturday, according to a release from the department. Police say Mel Castile, a 5 foot…
