Bibb County students celebrate Earth Day
"We have to train the next generation on how to take care of the environment."
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UPDATE: Firefighters battle structure fire in downtown Macon
The fire began Tuesday night right outside of 41NBC studios at MLK and Cherry Street,
BCSO Investigators looking for Fraud suspect
The incident happened on April 7 in the 3200 block of Ridge Avenue.
Severe storms possible Saturday
After a warm up back to the 70's today in Middle Georgia, we will have to turn our eyes to the threat for severe storms this weekend. A warm front will be lifting into the north during the morning hours…
Ten digit dialing starts for 478 and 912 area codes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Soon you will have to dial all ten digits of a phone number if you live in the 478 area code. The reason behind the change is because the FCC issued an order to make 988…
Secondhand Soil turns trash into treasure
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — One person's trash is another person's treasure. Candace Neller-Harper is composting other people's trash and turning it into soil. That's the idea she had in mind when she started Secondhand Soil in 2019. She says she…
GBI working double homicide investigation in Johnson County
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is working a double homicide case in Johnson County. According to a GBI news release, Johnson County Sheriff's deputies responded to 1383 Paul Lord Road in Wrightsville around 1:00 Friday afternoon.…
Auto theft suspect lead deputies on chase
Deputies say the suspect was caught on surveillance video stealing a truck
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office hiring jail employees
Anyone interested in taking part in this opportunity can call the Macon-Bibb County Human Resources
Arrest made in deadly Chevron store shooting on Emery Highway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office makes an arrest in connection to a deadly shooting inside a Macon convenience store. Along with the U.S. Marshals Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force, deputies arrested 21-year-old Christian Williams of Macon.…
BCSO warning residents of new scams
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office warns residence of two scams going around the area.
Warmer Friday, severe storms possible Saturday
After a chilly day in Middle Georgia today, we will be starting to warm up a bit Friday. Expect another cool start (in the upper 30's), with clouds increasing through the day and highs returning to the mid 70's. This…
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center selected for new Fisher House
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin will receive a Fisher House to help accommodate families visiting loved ones who are receiving medical care at a VA or military center. “Having a Fisher House on our…
Warner Robins Fire Department names first female as 'Rookie of the Year'
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Kadie Peterman began her career as a Warner Robins firefighter in January of 2019. The department recently named her 'Rookie of the Year,' making her the first woman to claim the title in department history. Peterman…
Macon-Bibb buys school building for Brookdale Warming Center
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Warming Center is going to be a permanent part of the Macon-Bibb community. Macon-Bibb County commissioners voted Tuesday to approve $1.5 million in CARES Act funding to buy the Brookdale Elementary School building from the Bibb…
Arrest made in early morning homicide in Houston County
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Kathleen man is charged with murder and aggravated assault in connection to a deadly shooting at this home in Houston County. The shooting happened in the 1800 block of Georgia Highway 247 South in…
Staying cool Thursday, storms return Saturday
A cold front is slowly bringing cold air into Middle Georgia this evening under clear skies. Those clear skies will allow for cooling into the upper 30's by early tomorrow morning, but we are not expecting any frost, so all…
Middle Georgia leaders, local NAACP react to Derek Chauvin verdict
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The world watched and held its breath as a judge read the guilty verdict for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin. Tubman Museum director, Harold Young, says he let out a sigh of relief as the…
Milledgeville prepares for crowds from GHSA literary competition this weekend
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The city of Milledgeville is preparing to welcome more than 400 people to the area for the GHSA State Literary Competition this Saturday. For the fourth time, the state event is taking place at Georgia Military College…
Mayor Lester Miller announces total trash collected during first ever cleanup
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller announced that volunteer groups collected 109,000 pounds of trash during the community cleanup on April 10th. Mayor Miller says there is still more work to do, and he wants to hold litterbugs…
Teen arrested in Macon armed robbery attempt involving toy gun
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office makes an arrest in connection to an attempted armed robbery where the suspect used a toy gun. According to a Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release, 17-year-old Javon Blackshear is accused…
BCSO looking for man who robbed Macon business
Deputies say a man entered the business, brandished a firearm, and demanded money from the clerk.
Cool, windy Wednesday in Middle Georgia
A cold front currently bringing snow and cold weather to parts of the Midwest is headed towards Middle Georgia for Wednesday. This front will be losing most of its moisture on the way, so there won't be any rain chances,…
Local couple raises funds to donate 'CuddleCots' to hospitals
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— A local couple is providing comfort to families grieving the loss of an infant. Kendall and Andy Reid lost two babies in 2017 and 2019. The family started raising money for CuddleCots after they lost their second…
Museum of Aviation hosts 'Space Week'
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Museum of Aviation is hosting its first ever 'Space Week' as a way to make space education more accessible. The Museum of Aviation usually hosts a Young Astronauts Day. That involves around 500 people coming…
Milledgeville welcoming new businesses as foot traffic grows
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — City of Milledgeville leaders are welcoming more business foot traffic to the area. Milledgeville City Manager Hank Griffeth says college students make up much of the foot traffic because Milledgeville is home to three colleges. And…
Former Mary Persons High football coach Dan Pitts dies
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The city of Forsyth is mourning the loss of former Mary Persons High School head football coach Dan Pitts, who died Tuesday morning at the age of 88. Pitts became the head coach of the Bulldogs in…
1 dead in tractor trailer crash on I-75
UPDATE: 3:20 PM: The victim has been identified as 46-year-old Felicia Couch of Bonaire, Georgia. Next of kin has been notified. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A pedestrian is dead after being hit by a tractor-trailer. Witnesses say the victim was…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores April 12-16
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between April 12 and April 16, 2021.
FVSU holds ribbon cutting, naming ceremony for new amphitheater
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Students and staff gathered at the heart of the Fort Valley State University campus to celebrate a new amphitheater, Monday. The new amphitheater is named after Christine and Willie Jones. The Jones family has attended and…
South Bibb Rec Center hosting senior computer classes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- The South Bibb Recreation Center is helping local seniors become more tech savvy. This includes 75-year-old Edna Wallace who has been in the class for five weeks now. She says she's a little out of her comfort…
President Jimmy Carter issues statement on death of former VP Walter Mondale
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Former President Jimmy Carter issues a statement on the death of former Vice President Walter "Fritz" Mondale. Mondale was a former Democratic senator from Minnesota who served as vice president under Carter. His family reports he…
Staying dry and warm Tuesday
Clear skies and low humidity made for a pretty nice Monday across Middle Georgia (at least weather-wise). More dry weather is in store for our area through much of the rest of the week, but we will see some temperature…
Second pay scale increase possible for Macon-Bibb County first responders
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller is hoping to implement a second pay scale increase for first responders. He says it all depends on the OLOST passing. Who the pay scale would include Sheriff deputies 911 operators Firefighters…
VIP Academy application for virtual learning now open
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Bibb County School District has a new virtual option for students. The VIP Academy has expanded to a virtual school, that is available for students in 4th through 12 grade. This new virtual option will allow students…
City of Perry Spring Cleanup happening April 26-30
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The City of Perry is holding its annual Spring Cleanup. It will take place between April 26 and April 30. Public works staff will pickup unwanted items curbside including: household items, appliances, tires, and old paint. Four…
Men wanted for questioning for theft by taking case in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's Investigators need help finding two men. Investigators say they want to speak with them about a theft by taking case that happened at the Exxon at 1105 Gray Highway in Macon. Pictures of…
Investigators looking for man who shot, killed another man at Chevron in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's Investigators are searching for a man they say shot and killed another man at a convenience store in Macon Sunday night. Investigators say the shooting happened at the Chevron at 584 Emery Highway…
Macon pole dance studio offers "Closet Talk" to uplift, encourage others
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A pole dancing studio in Macon wants to uplift and encourage others by offering a series of candid conversations called Closet Talk. Lanise Floyd is the co-owner of Closet Freaks Studios in Macon. She says she…
55-year-old man found shot to death in West Macon
The incident happened at the corner of Columbus Road and Helon Street just before 1:30 a.m.
UPDATE: United Way holds free tax filing event
Some events have changed plans due to the threat of severe weather.
Centerville hosts vaccine clinic at Houston County Galleria Mall
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local pharmacy in Houston County is expanding its vaccination efforts by holding a vaccine clinic. Robins Pharmacy partnered with the City of Centerville to hold Friday's vaccine clinic at Houston County Galleria Mall. Owner and…
Local family helps make food drive possible in observance of Ramadan
"I've met so many good people and I just think it's a blessing to be here."
Governor Kemp announces expansion of broadband internet
Broadband internet is expanding in Middle Georgia thanks to an investment from Washington EMC.
Mercer University hosts "Out of the Darkness" campus walk
Mercer University is joining millions this weekend to draw attention to the fight for suicide prevention.
Colton Strong: Toddler battles cancer, Monroe County community provides support and awareness
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - No one wants to hear a cancer diagnosis, especially not for their three-year-old child. That's the situation for 41NBC Managing Editor/Producer Clay Poulnott and his family in Monroe County. Just weeks before his…
Daybreak Interview: Junior League of Macon's Rock N' Rides
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— If you're looking for something fun to do with the kids this weekend, the Junior League of Macon has an event you may be interested in. The women's organization is hosting its annual Rock N' Rides this…
Dog of the week - Bella
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Bella is a 3 year old Staffordshire bull terrier mix. She’s calm, sweet and gets along with other dogs, cats, and kids. She’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt her at All About…
"Keep your eyes and ears open": Crescent House hosts 8th annual Child Abuse Prevention Symposium
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Keep your eyes and ears open. That's the message from Atrium Health Navicent's Crescent House. Wednesday, the advocacy center partnered Resilient Middle Georgia for its 8th annual Child Abuse Prevention Symposium. Topics discussed during the free, virtual…
Man found shot in the head in downtown Macon, woman taken in for questioning
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a death after deputies found a 50-year-old man in a car with a gunshot wound to the head early Friday morning. Deputies say they found the man in a White…