GMC holds annual Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony
May 15 is Peace Officers Memorial Day across the nation—a day to honor those who've fallen while serving as a member of law enforcement.
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BCSO: Man out on bond in homicide case caught with pound of marijuana, loaded firearm
A man released on bond in a 2019 homicide investigation was caught with a pound of marijuana and a loaded firearm Wednesday afternoon.
Man wanted for criminal attempt to commit murder following May 5 shooting
Bibb County Sheriff's Office investigators say a man is wanted for criminal attempt to commit murder following a shooting that happened on Wednesday, May 5.
Deputies need help identifying person of interest in shooting outside restaurant
Bibb County deputies need help identifying a person of interest in a shooting that happened outside Glory Days Grill in north Macon Sunday afternoon.
FVSU hosts Covid-19 drive-thru vaccine clinic
Fort Valley State University has been administering vaccines to students and staff since March.
Interfor expanding Perry sawmill
Governor Kemp announced Monday that Interfor would invest $30 million to expand its Perry sawmill.
Middle Georgia State University hosts in-person graduation ceremonies
Middle Georgia State University is once again hosting in-person graduation ceremonies.
Alligator spotted in Perry's Rozar Park, city officials working to relocate it
A fisherman recently spotted an alligator in the pond at Rozar Park, and city officials want to make sure you stay safe until it can be relocated.
Companies discuss workforce gap with Macon-Bibb leaders
Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller and commissioners took a trip to Yancey Brothers and John Deere in Macon Tuesday to take a closer look how both companies operate.
Cool and rainy Wednesday
Rain and storms have moved into Middle Georgia this evening, bringing heavy rain to parts of the area. As the line has stalled over Middle Georgia, we could see some areas of Middle Georgia could see over…
Tamron Hall, Purple Leash Project want more pet-friendly domestic violence shelters
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Former NBC Today Show anchor and talk show host Tamron Hall is teaming up with The Purple Leash Project to help fight domestic violence. According to The Purple Leash Project, 1 in 3…
Teen arrested, accused of burglarizing 5 businesses
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A 17-year old is in jail and faces five counts of felony commercial burglary charges. Davonte Trevon Finney of Macon was arrested by the Sheriff’s Response Team and Bibb Sheriff’s Property Investigators for those…
Gov. Kemp waives Georgia gas tax for now due to pipeline outage
CHAMBLEE, Ga. (AP) — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp says he's suspending state taxes on motor fuels through Saturday to offset increasing prices after a computer hack shut down a pipeline that carries fuel to much of Georgia. The Republican says…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores May 3-7
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 3 and Friday, May 7, 2021.
New mural hopes to bring attention, more visitors to Fort Valley
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fort Valley is hoping a new mural will help highlight its history and show what the community has to offer. The mural is part of the Flint Energies' Rural Murals program. The…
Summerhill Senior Living Community celebrates National Skilled Nursing Care Week
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— National Skilled Nursing Care week begins on Mother's Day, and lasts for seven days. This years theme is "Together Through the Seasons. The theme focuses on overcoming struggles faced during the pandemic. Summerhill Senior…
Rain chances stick around this week
Another warm day is on the way Tuesday as rain chances mostly hold off until the afternoon and evening. Highs will be warming into the 80's by the afternoon with a mix of sun and clouds. Rain…
Atrium Navicent Health recognizes Women's Health Week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It's Women's Health Week. Atrium Health Navicent is reminding women to make their health a priority. This year's theme is "Ending the Epidemic and Elevating Women's Health." Chief Medical Officer for Atrium Health Navicent,…
Arrest made in Macon gas station shooting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A person of interested wanted in connection to a Macon gas station shooting, is now in the Bibb County Jail without bond. Deputies arrested 39-year-old Alvin Wendell Clowers Jr., of Macon. He's wanted in connection to…
UPDATE: Man arrested for double homicide at mobile home park in Macon
UPDATE: Bibb County Sheriff's Investigators have made an arrest for the double homicide inside a mobile home in Macon Monday afternoon. Through their investigation, Bibb County Sheriff's Investigators found out that 19 year old Jaives Fountain, of…
Pfizer COVID-19 shot expanded to US children as young as 12
NEW YORK (AP) The U.S. is expanding the use of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to children as young as 12. The Food and Drug Administration said Monday the shot is safe and offers strong protection for younger teens based on testing…
Deputies searching for man in connection to April homicide case
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office needs your help locating a man wanted for questioning in connection to an April homicide at Legacy at River Crossing apartments. Deputies are trying to find 20-year-old Micah Lester, of Macon.…
Man shot in foot behind Glory Days Grill in Macon, suspect unknown
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for who's responsible for shooting a man in the foot behind a restaurant on Arkwright Road. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, deputies found a 24 year old…
Three people arrested for shooting at Waffle House in Sandersville
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman is in the hospital and three people are behind bars after a shooting at a Waffle House in Washington County. According to Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran, 20 year old Kayiah…
Staying dry and warm Mother's Day weekend
High pressure has moved in over Middle Georgia today, bringing clear skies that will be sticking with us for the weekend. Saturday brings a little warm up to the area from today, with highs in the low…
Governor Kemp visits Macon to approve OLOST tax in Bibb County
Mayor Lester Miller says the money collected would go towards public safety and boost the local economy.
Celebrate National Barbecue Month with a new recipe
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - May in National Barbecue Month. It's the best time to break out special recipes and different methods, favors and sauces. You can celebrate by using the charcoal, wood or gas to slow cook…
Warner Robins Police see increase in overdose calls in April
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)—The Warner Robins Police Department noticed an alarming trend in April. The department posted to Facebook on May 3rd about the number of overdose calls they responded to. Since the beginning of the year,…
Little Richard Memorial Celebration set for this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Little Richard House Community Resource Center is hosting a Little Richard Memorial Weekend. The weekend includes a Memorial Celebration on Sunday, May 9th at Rosa Parks Square in downtown Macon. All weekend long, participating restaurants…
Sardis Church Road Extension named in memory of local veteran
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Macon-Bibb County held a special ceremony to help honor one local veteran. Cary Van Becham served in the Vietnam War as a Lance Corporal in the United States Marine Corps. His family wanted to…
Bragg Jam set for 2021 on Coleman Hill
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The summer music festival Bragg Jam is returning for 2021. According to a post on the Bragg Jam Facebook page, the festival will be scaled down this summer. Usually the event features more…
Concession stand opens at Amerson River Park
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)—The office of Small Business Affairs held a ceremony for the opening of the concession stand. New small businesses can occupy the stand for one year. This new project will allow businesses to promote their…
BMW of Macon hosts car show Saturday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- BMW of Macon is hosting a car show Saturday morning, May 8th from 10am until Noon. Organizers say you can come out to see unique cars on display, including custom cars. They expect around 100 cars to…
Monroe County deputies find escaped inmate
Monroe County K-9 tracked Jason Goolsby and found him hiding in a tent covered by brush.
Macon Bacon Baseball to allow full capacity crowd in stadium this summer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon Bacon baseball is hoping to fill the stadium at Luther Williams Field this summer. The team announced today that it had been in discussion with local officials prior to making the decision. The team plans to…
Man charged with murder for killing teenagers in Johnson County
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has named a suspect in the Johnson County murders of two teenagers. 22-year old Daniel Payton Brinson of Washington County is charged with two counts of malice murder for…
Coroner: Man shot multiple times, killed on Churchill Street in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is working to figure out how a body ended up under a mattress at an illegal dumping site in Macon. Deputies say someone walking along Churchill Street in…
Cool and windy weather moves in Friday
Sunshine and low humidity were the name of the game today in Middle Georgia. Another cold front is headed our way overnight that will bring some cooler air and windy conditions to the area tomorrow. Highs will be limited to…
Church in Warner Robins hosts National Day of Prayer service
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- After more than a year of distanced gatherings, people in Warner Robins came together to pray. First United Methodist Church opened its doors for the National Day of Prayer. People of different religions…
Operation Softback Book in Macon collecting books to send to kids in Ghana
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Earnestine Wilson founded Operation Softback Book in 2019. After her visit to schools in Ghana, she noticed the need for books. Now she wants to continue her project of providing books to children of…
'Phantom Galleries' showcase art in Poplar Street storefronts
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Eight empty storefronts on Poplar Street in downtown Macon are now home to pieces of art. The storefronts showcase work from more than 10 local artists. The 567 Center for Renewal partnered with StartUp…
Free yoga at Tattnall Square Park Saturday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— A local yoga instructor is giving free yoga classes at Tattnall Square Park this Saturday. Drea Leigh, also known as the Yogi Goddess, is hosting the event. She says she wants to bring awareness…
Mental Health Pop-up Gym kicks off Mental Health Matters initiative
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Mental Health Matters initiative is kicking off Saturday with a Mental Health Pop-up Gym. Organizers say the pop-ups are a way to introduce mental health to disadvantaged areas. Nancy Cleveland is the executive…
Concession stand coming to Amerson River Park just in time for summer
Guests visiting Macon's Amerson River Park will soon be able to buy food from a concession stand on the property.
Danny Camp named new baseball, softball coach at Stratford Academy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Stratford Academy is getting a new head coach for its baseball and softball teams. Coach Danny Camp is coming to Stratford from Westfield School in Perry, where he's served as the head softball coach and assistant…
Men suspected of Zebulon Road murder arrested
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- 19-year old Divine Elamon Taylor and 19-year old Divinity Elhasaan Taylor of Macon were arrested Thursday morning and are charged with murder. Investigators say they are responsible for killing 23-year old Brandon Washington on…
'Capital to Coast' campaign stops in Macon
The goal of the campaign is to promote bike safety.
Robins Air Force base hosts robotic technologies event
With the help of this technology, Prince says they want to help Middle Georgia become a center for technology.
Dry air moves in Thursday in Middle Georgia
A cold front is slowly moving through Middle Georgia this evening and will usher in much lower humidity to end the week. Sunshine will warm high temps up to the upper 70's and low 80's by the…
Ocmulgee urges Ossoff and Warnock to help with park status
Two new leaders have been named for the Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative (ONPPI), and both want to see national park status as soon as possible.