Law enforcement officials educate parents on how to keep kids safe online
With the pandemic continuing to impact communities all over, both parents and children are online more than ever.
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Staying rainy, getting cool to start the week
Rainfall has moved in across Middle Georgia to start this week and it looks like we will be seeing even more rain on Tuesday. Overnight tonight a cold front will pass through that will drop our temperatures into the 50's…
Registration now open for 2021 Pink Promise United Ace Classic
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Registration is now open for the 2021 Pink Promise United Ace Classic. The third annual golf and tennis event raises money to fund mammogram screenings for women who are uninsured, underinsured and low income. Funds also…
Houston County deputies searching for entering autos suspect
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County Sheriff's Office needs help trying to identify and locate an entering autos suspect. The Houston County Sheriff's Office posted photos of the suspect and a vehicle on its Facebook page. Deputies say…
Deputies arrest Macon suspect for possession of drugs, AR gun
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff deputies arrested a Macon man after finding drugs and a gun on him following a domestic dispute. The incident happened Monday just after 1 a.m. at Sparks Wings & Deli on Mercer University…
Medical Monday: Atrium Health Navicent's Diagnostic Centers and its services
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - If you need a certain type blood test or maybe an X-Ray, diagnostic centers are a great place to have that done. Michael Hajworoksy, Atrium Health Navicent's Vice President of Clinic Support Services, joined 41NBC News at…
One in custody during possible mail theft investigation
BOLINGBROKE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Monroe County Sheriff Deputies are investigating a possible mail theft near GA HWY 41. Deputies took a female suspect into custody, and are looking…
2 dead after being ejected from vehicle in early morning crash
UPDATED: 10:00 a.m. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An uncle and niece are dead after being ejected from a car early Monday morning. Authorities say that 24-year-old Alexsia Taylor and her uncle, 39-year-old Ricardo Danielly were on their…
RAFB not impacted by slow vaccine distribution
“We're starting to get vaccines on base you know to the tune of about a few hundred a week.”
Pole dancing classes now available in Macon
"Tip Toe on cherry is a pole dance studio that provides a safe and body positive environment."
Warner Robins hosts special election for open council seat
There's also early voting for the Houston County ESPLOST continuation.
Crawford County, Roberta launch 2021 Comprehensive Plan
The plan is a continuation of what needs to be done in the county, which includes input from residents.
Macon Vegans hosts emergency vegan food pantry
Cars lined up at Carolyn Crayton Park before the event began.
Warm weather continues this weekend
Some of us in Middle Georgia saw a bit of a cool down today as a product of a wedge front. No worries though, although we will be starting our day with some patchy fog, partly cloudy skies will be…
CGEF accepting applications to help support black community organizations
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Central Georgia Empowerment Fund (CGEF) is starting a grant application process to help support non-profits and community organizations serving the Black community. CGEF is a giving circle that wants to move the black community into…
Area Agencies on Aging offices help Georgia seniors with vaccination process
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Department of Public Health (DPH) are coming together to make sure Georgia seniors have access to the COVID-19 vaccine. The agencies are teaming up with local Area Agencies…
Two Middle Georgia Regional Library affiliates receive micro-grants for services
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two Middle Georgia Regional Library affiliate branches will receive funding to extend their services. The grants are from the Rural Libraries and Social Wellbeing Project within the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The program caters…
Crawford County man killed in farming accident
Investigators say his death was caused by injuries involving a bobcat.
'He was always your friend': Deacon reacts to Macon pastor's death
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A local pastor deemed a community staple died from COVID-19 complications. Pastor Bryant Raines of The New Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church in Macon passed away in Gainesville, Florida this week. Deacon Andy Stroud…
Monroe County Road Department seeks residents to Adopt-A-Road
It's part of a new county initiative to keep roads clean from litter.
Dog of the week - Peanut
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Peanut is 3-4 year old mutt. He is sweet, friendly and gets along with other dogs. He’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt him at All About Animals Rescue in Macon. Anyone…
2 animals killed in Monroe County house fire
The Red Cross is assisting the homeowner.
Monroe County Sheriff's Office warns of new scam
The caller/letter then advises the victim they are the winners of 4.5 million dollars.
2 men arrested for drug trafficking in Warner Robins
Warner Robins Investigators served a probation warrant after tips about drug sales.
A few showers and wedge front keep parts of the area cool Friday
After a day of record heat in Middle Georgia, some of us will be seeing a big drop in our high temps. The cooler conditions that some of us will be seeing come from a wedge front that will be…
Westside Neighbors United offers Hen House tour
Those who attend will visit with people who own hen houses to ask questions on how to properly care for them.
UPDATE: Man arrested for shooting death in Fort Valley
A Fort Valley man is dead after a shooting Thursday night.
Macon pastor, 'Heal the Hood' founder dies from COVID-19 complications
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The New Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church in Macon is remembering the life of its pastor, Rev. Bryant Raines. According to a church news release, 44-year-old Pastor Raines died on February 24th due to…
Emergency officials give infant CPR tips after deputy saves infants life
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Bibb County deputy is hailed a hero after saving a choking infant Wednesday morning. Officials offered tips on infant CPR procedures, in case of an emergency. “I looked at her skin, it…
Urban Air opens Saturday, February 27
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon’s latest adventure park and party place opens this weekend, eliminating the need to travel to Atlanta for family fun. The grand opening of Urban Air happens Saturday. Owners Steven and Kyanne Jackson…
Jewish holiday of Purim begins Thursday night
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Thursday night marks the first night of the Jewish holiday of Purim. Purim commemorates the events that happened in the Book of Esther. Temple Beth Israel President Betty Taylor compares Purim to Mardi…
Macon-Bibb district attorney's office disposes of 63 cases since January
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — District Attorney Anita Howard announced Thursday her office resolved 63 cases since January 15. Howard says she asked her leadership team to pull a list of people incarcerated at the Bibb County LEC…
Black-owned pharmacy encourages people to get vaccinated
Sisters Erica Pounds and Bridget Hogan, owners of Express RX Pharmacy, encourage customers to get vaccinated for extra protection against the COVID-19. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Two Macon pharmacy owners encourage people to consider taking the COVID-19…
Kemp lets teachers, some with health issues get vaccines
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp says child care workers and K-12 school employees can start getting COVID-19 vaccines in the state starting on March 8. The governor also announced Thursday that adults with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers…
Bibb Sheriff's deputies arrest 3 men after seizing drugs, stolen guns
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested three men at an apartment complex on Gray Highway Wednesday after seizing drugs and stolen guns. Deputies identify the men as: Brandon Pat’Shion Mitchell, 22 Dausha Verlyntae Mitchell,…
Less than a dozen show up at Sparta COVID-19 testing site
Mercer Medicine hosted a COVID-19 testing site in Sparta Thursday.
Staying warm ahead of late week rain chances
Warm weather continues for Middle Georgia on Thursday as a weak cold front attempts to push further south. The cold front will be bringing some additional cloud cover from north to south, as well as an isolated rain chance. Highs…
Laurens County School District plans outdoor prom for students
The district will require students get their temperature checked, and socially distance the best they can.
Bibb Sheriff’s Patrol deputy saves choking infant
Sgt. Washington used life saving measures by turning the baby over and giving several palm blows to the infant’s back.
Man arrested, found asleep at the wheel with car running
Jones Jr. told the deputy he was tired and pulled over to sleep.
Federal government offers relief to small businesses
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Federal Relief Programs like the Paycheck Protection Program, are now available because of the economic aid to hard-hit Small Businesses Act passed by Congress last December. Josh Rogers, president and CEO of Newtown…
UPDATE: Warner Robins teen arrested after prank 911 call
A Warner Robins 15-year-old is in custody after police said the teen made a prank 911 call last week.
United Way needs Read Across America volunteers
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Read Across America starts next week, but the United Way needs volunteer readers now. This year's event happens virtually, allowing volunteers to record themselves reading their favorite book. Volunteers can submit the recording for playback at…
UPDATE: Man deputies say posed as teen to talk to underage girls identified
The Laurens County Sheriff's Office has identified the man accused of posing as a teen to talk to underage girls as 44-year-old William Griggs of Metter.
Daybreak to host annual sleep out in Macon, highlights homelessness
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Depaul USA Daybreak in Macon will host its annual Sleep Out. The sleep-out allows the community to visit Daybreak and sleep outside overnight in solidarity with Macon's homeless. Participants will hear from speakers about their experiences…
Non-profit organization to hold diaper distribution for mothers in need
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) -- A non-profit organization -- Helping Mamas -- is giving away diapers to mothers in need. Helping Mamas serves as a non-profit organization providing essential baby items and period products. The organization has been in…
Brookdale Warming Center receives $35,000, gets extension on current location
"That helps us operate and that helps us get people off the street."
Monroe County finishes Phase I of Juliette Water Project
Phase I of the Juliette Water Project is complete. Phase II will start in the next couple of weeks.
Peach County Animal Control facility to move locations
They discussed moving the building from next to the existing home on the property, to across the street.
Dickey Farms: 'Peach season looking great'
The farm has been working to prune the trees, remove excess wood and space out the limbs.