Houston County fifth grader advances to state spelling bee
A Parkwood Elementary School fifth grader has advanced to the 2021 Georgia State Spelling Bee.
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2 hospitalized after separate accidents in Warner Robins Friday
Two people were taken to the hospital after separate accidents Friday night.
Nice weekend weather before rain returns Monday
Warm weather is sticking around for the weekend with highs staying in the 80's for Saturday and Sunday. Clouds will be increasing through the weekend with increasing moisture as well, but rain will be holding off until Monday. Monday will…
Warner Robins City Council Post 1 candidates share platforms
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The special election for Warner Robins City Council Post 1 is almost over. We spoke with several of the candidates to find out their plans for the city. Derek Mack Derek Mack says if he's…
Early voting ends for Houston County ESPLOST, Warner Robins City Council
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Early voting is now over in Houston County for both the ESPLOST and the Warner Robins City Council special election. Now, voters can only cast a ballot on Election Day. As of Friday morning: 2,643 people…
Local student receives state college, career academy award
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --One Bibb County student got a surprise Friday morning for her hard work. Hutchings College & Career Academy student Daylen Lomeli receives the College and Career Academy Student of the Year award. It’s a big deal, being…
Middle Georgia gets first IV Hydration Lounge
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia is getting its first IV hydration lounge in Macon. Astre Wellness will host its grand opening on March 16 at 3902 Northside Drive in Suite A2. IV hydration therapy is a holistic treatment that…
UPDATE: GBI arrests suspect connected to Macon County murder
UPDATE: GBI agents arrested 19-year-old Zaccheus Charnard Kendrick, of Montezuma in connection with the murder of Hashim Haugabook. Authorities charged Kendrick: (1) one count of felony murder (1) one count of aggravated assault According to the GBI investigation, Kendrick shot…
Warm, sunny weather continues Friday
Clear skies today warmed us up into the upper 70's across Middle Georgia this afternoon. More sunshine is on the way for a warm Friday afternoon with highs returning to the lower 80's. Hello early spring! Over the weekend a…
Local veterinarian warns pet owners of poisonous substances
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Spring is here. That means a variety of flowers and plants will bloom throughout Middle Georgia. Pet experts say things like flowers and chocolate prove extremely dangerous to your pets. Doctor Vernard Hodges from the TLC hit…
Phase 1 improvements to Lake Tobesofkee now complete
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) -- A recreational park that needed improvements prepares to welcome people to the area. Bibb County officials held a ribbon-cutting, celebrating improvements to Lake Tobesofkee. The Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax funded the project. The new improvements…
7 Macon bars cited for underage drinking
Seven Macon bars were cited this past weekend for underage drinking.
Society Garden hosts 'Grilled Cheese Festival'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Society Garden is hosting their first-ever Grilled Cheese Festival this weekend. The festival will feature the SpeakCheesy Food Truck and live music. Manager of Society Garden Brad Evans says guests will have a choice of 15 types…
Georgia expands vaccine eligibility
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Governor Kemp is expanding the vaccine eligibility. Starting Monday people over the age of 55 and people with disabilities and certain medical conditions can get the vaccine. Medical conditions that are eligible for…
Motorcyclist dies in Emery Highway crash
A motorcyclist is dead following a crash Thursday afternoon on Emory Highway.
MWA says Javors Lucas Lake opens for public fishing
The 2021 public fishing season at Javors Lucas Lake is officially underway.
Georgia vaccine eligibility expands starting March 15
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Governor Brian Kemp expanded eligibility for the coronavirus vaccine. Kemp expanded eligibility for the vaccine on Monday to teachers. He now plans to add to the list. Georgians over 55-years-old and individuals with disabilities can receive…
Man arrested in robbery by intimidation case, second suspect wanted
A man is in custody following a robbery by intimidation that happened this week.
Baldwin boys cap unbeaten season with 4A state title
Will Freeman's go-ahead shot in the final seconds lifted Baldwin High School's boys basketball team to a 54-53 win over Fayette County in the GHSA Class 4A state championship game at the Macon Coliseum Wednesday.
Quiet, warm weather sticks around through the weekend
It was another warm, sunny day across Middle Georgia, with highs in the mid 70's. Don't expect much to change in the forecast for tomorrow as high pressure will still be dictating our dry pattern. We will be seeing a…
Georgia Supreme Court orders jury trials resume
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Jury trials were put on hold last year because of the pandemic. Now thanks to an order from the Georgia Supreme Court, local courts can start putting a dent in the backlog of…
Georgia National Fairgrounds hosting RV convention, expo this week
People from all over the United States are filling up the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry this week for the 102nd Family Motor Coach Association International Convention & RV Expo.
Bibb deputies need help finding suspect wanted for involuntary manslaughter
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators need your help finding a suspect wanted for involuntary manslaughter. Investigators identify the man as 30-year-old Justin Antryon Collins. Authorities say Collins has a warrant for Involuntary Manslaughter related to an incident…
MTA continues COVID-19 testing, to help end spread of virus
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Macon-Bibb Transit Authorities is lending out its facility for the fifth time, to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Middle Georgia residents drove through the terminal’s parking area to get tested for…
NASCAR's Keselowski racing in Middle Georgia Friday night
NASCAR Cup Series driver Brad Keselowski will race a Crate Late Model Friday night at Cochran Motor Speedway.
Warner Robins Police: Man missing after being released from Houston Medical Center
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins police are searching for a man who's gone missing. According to a post on the police department's Facebook page, Jessie Sparrow was reported missing on March 8 by his daughter, Brianna. Police say…
MTA hosting free COVID-19 testing at Terminal Station Wednesday
Free COVID-19 testing will be available at the Terminal Station in downtown Macon Wednesday.
Spring-like weather continues Wednesday
The sunshine stuck around for most of the day in Middle Georgia, but a few clouds moved in during the early evening. These clouds will be gone by tomorrow morning, allowing for us to once again warm quickly into the…
Medical experts say daylight saving time can cause mental health issues
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Daylight saving time starts this weekend, requiring people to push their clocks ahead, while losing an hour of sleep. According to River Edge Behavioral Health’s Director of Macon-Bibb County Services, Ashley Allen, losing an hour can…
Looking back on 'a year of COVID'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It's been more than a year since the pandemic started and so much is still unknown about the Coronavirus. One thing that is certain though is pandemic restrictions aren't going anywhere until further…
Bike Walk Macon to host Shamrock 'n' Ride Scavenger Hunt Saturday
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) - Bike Walk Macon has partnered with local organizations and businesses to put on a shamrock-themed scavenger hunt this Saturday, March 13. The fundraiser supports the organization's mission to create "a more bikeable and walkable…
Bibb County OLOST passes in Georgia House
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County OLOST tax passed unanimously in the Georgia House of Representatives Monday night. Representative Miriam Paris says it could help lower property taxes. It also funds pay increases with the Sheriff's…
Governor Brian Kemp continues to push for better, more innovative rural Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Governor Brian Kemp continues to push for a better, more innovative rural Georgia. Governor Kemp put aside nearly $70 million to assist Georgians during the Pandemic. Kemp partnered with Tri-County EMC on a $30 million project to…
Medical Segment: What you need to know about colon cancer
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Colon cancer is talked about a lot this month because March is Colon Cancer…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores March 1-5
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, March 1 and Friday, March 5.
Weather warms up this week
We had a beautiful weather day across Middle Georgia today, and if you liked this one, we have got a string of sunny warm days on the way. High pressure will continue to build in across the area through the…
Teachers, staff now eligible to receive vaccine
The Phase 1A plus group has expanded to include educators and staff. MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County School District is excited to begin having its teachers vaccinated. The school district has been working with both the…
Atrium Health Navicent partners with Phoebe Putney Health to expand pediatric services
Beverley Knight Olson Children's Hospital pediatric services will expand to Phoebe Putney Health in Albany. MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)- Phoebe Putney announced their partnership with Beverley Knight Olson Children's Hospital to bring pediatric services to the children in Southwest…
Perry's women owned businesses reflect on International Women's Day
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It's International Women's Day and women-owned small businesses are the fastest growing in the state, according to Georgia.Org. Ellen Palmer serves as president and CEO of the Perry Chamber. She says Perry has many…
Irish Gifted Academy registration opens for 2020-21 school year
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Registration is open for the 2021-22 school year at the Irish Gifted Academy. IGA is a gifted program for K-8th grade students who love science, technology, humanities, and the arts. The all-day program is free and…
Deputies identify suspects in Majestic Gardens shooting that killed Macon teen
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff Deputies are looking for two men in connection to the shooting death of 16-year-old Amerie Searcy. Deputies are asking the public to help them find 21-year-old Vernon Deshawn Grable and 20-year-old Zontravon Keontae…
Getting cooler this weekend
Clouds have started to push in across Middle Georgia tonight, accompanied by a few areas of light rain. By tomorrow most rain will be staying to the south of our area, but clouds will be remaining into the early afternoon,…
PHOTOS: Bibb deputies searching for package theft suspect
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is trying to track down a woman wanted for package theft in several north Macon communities. Deputies say they are looking for 25-year-old Brianna Bruce. According to the Sheriff's Office, she…
Bibb County Schools hosting virtual career fair
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County School District is hosting a Virtual Career Fair on Saturday, March 6th, to hire for various positions for the 2021-2022 school year. The Bibb County Schools is looking to fill various positions at…
Georgia Publix locations now offering COVID-19 vaccination appointments
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia Publix pharmacies are now taking reservations for COVID-19 vaccination appointments. The online reservation system opened Thursday morning at 148 Georgia Publix pharmacies. This includes stores in Bibb and Houston counties. According to a Publix news…
City of Perry hosts Open Air Health Fair Saturday
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The City of Perry is hosting the Open Air Health Fair Saturday at Heritage Oaks Park as a way to help people learn about all facets of health. Anya Turpin is the special events…
Commander in Chic hosts grand opening Sunday, March 7
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— A new clothing store is opening in Downtown Macon. Commander in Chic is located at 446 Cotton Avenue Suite 1. They previously occupied a store in Warner Robins. They moved because most of their…
Film crews coming to Macon for new feature film
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Downtown Macon will be a filming location for movie crews for one week starting Sunday. Macon-Bibb leaders say crews from Light of Light Films will occupy different areas around downtown, filming a new movie. Titled Undefiled,…
Kemp visits Gray to discuss plans to add high-speed internet in rural areas
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Governor Brian Kemp visited Gray to announce a partnership with Tri-County EMC to provide high-speed internet in rural areas. “If you were unable to work from home because of your slow internet, help…
Upcoming street closures, service delays during downtown Macon filming
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Citizens should expect delays in downtown Macon due to movie filming. Filming for Light of Light Films' unDEFILED will happen March 7th-12th. Filming will affect traffic near the Government Center, Rosa Parks Square, Historic Luther Williams…