Atrium Health Navicent expands vaccination efforts to Baldwin students, families
Students and staff got the opportunity to receive their dose of the Pfizer vaccine Friday as part of an effort to get more people vaccinated.
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Heating up this weekend
Sunshine warmed us back into the upper 80's today as high pressure pushed further west. This warming trend will continue through the weekend, warming Middle Georgia back to the 90's. The heat is really on for next week with our…
Baldwin County lifts COVID restrictions
Baldwin County Commissioners made the decision recently to lift all local COVID-19 restrictions.
Oak Hill Middle School employee creates Toy Store at school
As a way of bringing a little joy to the kids after the pandemic canceled events, Amber Palmer the Communities in Schools Site Coordinator at Oak Hill Middle School, wanted to do something fun.
2 face multiple drug, gun charges after Thursday traffic stop
Two men are in custody on drug and gun charges after a traffic stop Thursday afternoon.
Kick off the summer with this jerk shrimp cocktail
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Summer is arriving soon, and with that, the rise of cooking out and days at the pool with friends are sure to come along. Keeping cool and staying refreshed are important parts of…
UPDATE: Deputies identify pedestrian killed Thursday night
The sheriff’s office identified the victim as 64-year-old Hilton Lucas.
Staying dry and warming up to end the week
High pressure started to move closer towards Middle Georgia today, bringing in some dry air to the area. This helped to bring sunny skies and breezy conditions to the area today, and we won't be seeing much…
Drive-thru vaccination clinic happening Saturday in Fort Valley
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A community partnership wants to provide COVID-19 vaccines to more people of color. The Greater Warner Robins-National Panhellenic Council is joining with Atrium Health Navicent to provide a free, drive-thru vaccination clinic…
May Days on the Midway begins in Perry
The event will host many of the same vendors and rides as the October fair, plus carnival games.
Third murder arrest made in connection to body found under mattress
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office makes a third arrest in connection to a body found under a mattress in Macon. Damian Felton, Sr. is charged with Murder and Concealing the Death of Another in connection to…
Central Georgia Technical College hosts vaccine clinics
The college partnered with Houston Healthcare to create walk-in clinics with no appointment necessary.
Perry wine tasting event sold out
Organizers are still encouraging people who don't have tickets, to go downtown and enjoy what the city has to offer.
Wonder Twinzz motivate children with their book
The book depicts a young girl who is dealing with a lot of inner problems.
Second arrest made in connection to murder of Milledgeville woman
A second person was arrested this week in connection to the murder of a Milledgeville woman at a house party.
Baldwin School District vaccinating interested students, staff Friday
The Baldwin County School District has partnered with Atrium Health Navicent for a vaccine event.
Donate blood this Memorial Day Weekend during the 41NBC blood drive
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Memorial Day weekend is the kick off to summer for a lot of families and they spend it on vacation. Before you hit the road, 41NBC and the American Red Cross is asking…
Staying dry Thursday
High pressure to our east brought in some showers to Middle Georgia this afternoon, but that is likely the last of rain we will see until the end of next week. Through the day tomorrow high pressure…
Hotel-Motel Tax to help fund Macon tourist locations
Mayor Lester Miller announced next year's budget will focus on public safety, beautification and boosting the local economy.
Macon church giving away food boxes Sunday, May 23
A Macon church will give away food boxes on Sunday, May 23.
BCSO Outreach Section hosting free youth basketball camps in June
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office Outreach Section is hosting two free Police Athletic League (P.A.L.) youth basketball camps in June.
MTA adds bus stop at new health department location
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority is adding a new bus stop in response to the local health department moving locations. The Macon-Bibb County Health Department has moved from Emery Highway to 1600 Forsyth Street. MTA will…
Volunteer group beautifies downtown Milledgeville with planting event
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Downtown Doers is a newly formed volunteer group making sure downtown Milledgeville looks its best. The group held its first volunteer event this past Saturday. More than 25 volunteers took part in a "re-potting event."…
Atrium Health Navicent raises awareness for 'Better Hearing and Speech Month'
May is 'Better Hearing and Speech Month' and Atrium Health Navicent is raising awareness of communication disorders.
Macon-Bibb County Health Department has new location
The Macon-Bibb Health Department now has a new home.
Downtown Milledgeville transforming into fun, inviting space
Downtown Milledgeville is becoming a vibrant destination.
30 in 30 surpasses goal; Mayor Miller says more blight demolitions to come
Mayor Lester Miller's 30 in 30 campaign to eliminate blight surpassed its goal Wednesday morning as the 29th, 30th, and 31st houses were taken down.
BCSO says to be on lookout for man asking to borrow cell phone in parking lots
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office wants you to be on the lookout for a man they say has approached multiple people in multiple parking lots and asked to borrow a cell phone.
One dead, two injured after shooting in food mart parking lot in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One man is dead and two other people are in the hospital after a shooting in the parking lot of food mart in Macon early Wednesday morning. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, deputies found…
A few showers possible Wednesday
We saw a few pop up showers in Middle Georgia this afternoon as mostly cloudy skies hung around for much of the day. Clouds will keep us warm overnight with lows in the 60's. Tomorrow will bring…
Macon-Bibb Mayor unveils 2022 budget
Mayor Lester Miller says he met with each commissioner to talk about the budget.
Rutland football coach Rusty Easom takes job at Griffin
Rutland High School is looking for a new head football coach.
UPDATE: Second arrest made in connection to body found under mattress
A second person in custody in connection to a homicide earlier this month.
MTA updates COVID policy, bus mask requirement remains in place
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority (MTA) is making several adjustments to its COVID-19 policy as vaccination rates increase and case numbers decrease. Despite changes, bus passengers must continue to wear a mask over the nose and mouth…
Deputies searching for person of interest in stolen trailer case
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County Sheriff's Office needs your help identifying a person of interest in a theft case. Deputies report that on the morning of May 15th someone stole a trailer from a home along Heritage…
Middle Georgia universities adhering to CDC mask guidelines
As universities gear up to welcome their summer semester students, two area schools say they will continue following CDC guidelines.
Pedestrian killed in Houston County crash along Highway 247
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly crash involving a pedestrian. Coroner Danny Galpin says the crash happened around 11:00 Monday night along Highway 247 near Elberta Road. According to Coroner Galpin, a…
Vineville Academy hosts guest carving artist
Students at Vineville Academy were all laughter and applause Tuesday after a surprise visit from a chainsaw artist.
Swim expert offers drowning prevention tips as we approach summer
According to the Georgia Department of Public Health, the state had 130 drowning deaths in 2019.
Monroe County organizations give away 1,000+ boxes of food
Monroe County families have full fridges tonight thanks to a food giveaway.
UPDATE: Suspect in shooting that killed Milledgeville woman in custody
26-year-old Jeremy Xavier Butts is in custody in El Paso, Texas, according to a post on the Jones County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores May 10-14
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between May 10 and May 14, 2021.
Warming trend this week
It was a beautiful day in Middle Georgia with temps warming to around normal for this time of year. Tomorrow brings another nice day with an isolated chance for showers and winds gusting up to around 15…
Atrium Health Navicent updates visitor restrictions
The visitation policy is used to protect patients, visitors and caregivers from the threat of COVID-19.
'Nothing like this has ever happened': Gray resident reacts to Sunday homicide
After four years without any killings, Jones County residents learned shocking news Sunday morning.
Mass vaccination sites set to close on Friday
Georgia's state mass vaccination sites are closing on Friday, May 21.
Atrium Health Navicent now vaccinating 12-15 age group
Kids ages 12 to 15 are now eligible to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.
Bibb School District hosts first in-person career fair since start of pandemic
The Bibb County School District held its first in-person career fair since the pandemic started Monday.
DNR locates body of 12-year old who drowned in Lake Sinclair
The search for a boy who drowned in Lake Sinclair came to an end Monday.
Houston County School District announces dates for high school graduations
All five of the Houston County School District's high school graduations will be held May 28 and 29 at Reaves Arena at Georgia National Fairgrounds.