Registered sex offender in Perry sentenced
45-year-old Michael Walker will serve 20 months followed by five years of supervised release.
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Department of Driver Services closes for system upgrade
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Department of Driver Services is closing for a system upgrade. The closure happens from Thursday, January 14 through Monday, January 18. During these dates, customers can not: visit in person use DDS Online Services…
Local pastor, production company holding casting call for Christian web series
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Fort Valley pastor is using his talents and his production company to create a Christian web series called "Canaan." And he is looking for Middle Georgia actors and musicians to participate. This weekend Lyanta Tomlin…
Kathleen woman celebrates 90th birthday
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Happy 90th birthday to Mrs. Tommy L Watts of Kathleen. Her family says she celebrated her birthday on Tuesday, January 12th. Watts moved to Middle Georgia in July to be closer to her oldest son…
Twin Lakes Library System director leaving end of January
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Twin Lakes Library System director is set to depart from the role following more than six years of service. Stephen Houser says he has accepted a position in the Atlanta area where he can be…
Former District Attorney David Cooke joins Gautreaux Law
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Former Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney David Cooke is bringing more than 20 years of experience to Macon law firm Gautreaux Law. Gautreaux Law's practice areas include litigation related to car accidents, civil racketeering, defective and…
Macon's annual MLK Memorial March canceled
There will be a Wreath Laying Ceremony at Rosa Parks Square.
Missionary group provides free English classes for Hispanics, Latinos
The church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is providing free English lessons through Facebook WARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) -- A missionary group is providing free English lessons to the community through Facebook. The idea to create this Facebook page started…
Local business reacts to Mayor Miller's executive order
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Mayor Lester Miller signed an executive order last week addressing the spread of the coronavirus in Macon. Brad Evans — manager of Society Garden— says they have been following protocols so it won't change how they…
Local political science professor weighs in on Trump impeachment
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The House impeached President Donald J. Trump for a second time Wednesday. This makes him the first President impeached twice. Brooke Miller — political science professor at Middle Georgia State University— says even though the House…
Houston County schools honor employees for 30-plus years of service
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Houston County Board of Education honored employees who have served 30, 35, or 40 years in its school district. This is according to a news release from the board of education. The district celebrated these…
Monroe County schools move to require masks in face-to-face settings
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Monroe County Board of Education will now require its students and staff to wear masks. The mandate helps strengthen safety measures as Covid-19 cases continue to soar in the community. This is according to a…
'Kids know more than we think they know': Youth cope with news events
Events can continue to effect the news cycle for days afterward.
Macon church raising money for mothers experiencing unexpected pregnancies
Rock Springs church in Macon is partnering with Caring solutions to help raise money for women who experience unexpected pregnancies.
Macon-Bibb may soon cap new liquor licenses and pawnbrokers
Macon-Bibb County could soon put a stop to new liquor stores and pawnbrokers.
Man dies after bar fight in downtown Macon
The fight happened Sunday night at BJ Billard's.
Middle Georgia State University launches new mental health program
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This semester Middle Georgia State University is offering a program to help students with mental health. The Be Well program is an addition to their counseling service. Students can call 24 hours a day, 7 days…
MTA offers free COVID testing for fourth time
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon Transit Authority staff and Bibb County residents all lined up Tuesday morning for COVID-19 testing. Around 100 people got tested for the virus. This makes the agency's fourth time offering the service. MTA public information…
GBI/FBI: Actively monitoring Inauguration safety and security
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In the days leading up to President-Elect Joe Biden's inauguration, multiple law enforcement agencies are working to maintain public safety. According to GBI Public Affairs Director Nelly Miles, GBI agents are aware of reports concerning nationwide…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores January 4-8
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between January 4 and January 8.
Macon Transit Authority hosts free COVID testing clinic
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Transit Authority is making COVID-19 tests more accessible with a free testing clinic. MTA scheduled the event for more than a week after the New Year due to a post-holiday coronavirus surge. Free COVID testing…
MORNING UPDATE: 3 Crawford schools closing for 2 weeks due to COVID-19 exposure; MTA free COVID-19 testing event
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: 3 Crawford schools closing for 2 weeks due to COVID-19 exposure MTA free COVID-19 testing event 41NBC Acuweather Forecast Rain moves out while dry air moves…
Vaccine rollout causes scheduling delays for Health Departments across Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT/AP) -- A Macon man says he faced challenges trying to schedule his COVID-19 vaccine appointment over the phone. George Graf said, "Just busy, busy, busy. I think I must have stayed on the phone for at least…
SOAR Academy receives check donations for logoed sweaters
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The SOAR Academy received a $2,100 check to help fund school-logoed sweaters. Both St.Paul AME Church and the Otis Redding Music Inc. say they want to help as many kids as possible. The organizations donated enough…
Georgia House of Representatives convenes for legislative session
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After an indefinite shut down due to the pandemic, the Georgia House of Representatives have returned for the legislative session. The first day of the session included certifying election results, a swearing-in ceremony, and electing officers.…
Staying cool and mostly sunny this week
As we head into the rest of the evening hours, rain will eventually start to taper off from west to east in Middle Georgia. By tomorrow we will see sunshine returning to the area as clouds slowly push out. Highs…
3 Crawford schools closing for 2 weeks due to COVID-19 exposure
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three Crawford County School campuses will close for the next two weeks following "several" students and staff at the schools being exposed to COVID-19. The school district made the announcement in a Facebook post Monday afternoon,…
Twiggs deputies make 6 arrests, suspects face multiple charges
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A number of people face multiple drug charges after Twiggs County Sheriff deputies make multiple traffic stops on I-16. Quashawn Hutchinson On December…
Deputies investigate bank robbery at Macon SunTrust
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Bibb County deputies are looking for the man who robbed a Macon SunTrust Bank at 3600 Mercer University Drive. It happened Monday morning, just before 11:30AM. According to the sheriff's office, a man walked in and gave…
Warner Robins Police arrest arson suspect, his mother dies in fire
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Authorities identified the victim of Sunday's Clairmont Drive house fire as 57-year-old Lisa Rebecca Brooks. Warner Robins police officers arrested and charged 28-year-old Spencer Bentley Brooks with arson in the 1st degree. Officers say that…
Medical Monday: Coliseum Health System's Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Recently, Coliseum Medical Centers and Coliseum Northside Hospital were both awarded an "A" for the fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. Coliseum Health System's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Corbi Milligan, joined 41NBC News at Daybreak to…
14 year old girl dies from ATV accident in Crawford County
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An ATV accident kills a 14 year old girl in Crawford County. According to the Crawford County Sheriff's Office, the accident happened on the dirt part of Ray Frost Road just before 2:30 Sunday afternoon. The 14…
South Central Health District moves to appointment only COVID-19 vaccinations
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The South Central Health District is requiring people who are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine make an appointment to get it. Staff with the South Central Health District say appointments are now required after they…
Man arrested for leading troopers on chase, shooting at GSP car with trooper inside
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man is behind bars after he led Georgia State Patrol troopers on a chase and shot at one of their cars with a trooper inside. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, 26 year…
Woman found dead after Warner Robins home catches fire, arson suspected
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins police are investigating a possible arson case that left one woman dead. According to the Warner Robins Police Department, officers and Warner Robins firefighters responded to a house fire at 343 Clairmont Drive…
Tip leads to arrest of hotel armed robbery suspect
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A tip helps the Bibb County Sheriff's Office arrest a man wanted for Friday's armed robbery at a Macon hotel. Deputies arrested 32-year-old Bakari Lee Donaldson Friday night after a tipster reported the suspect walking into…
Baldwin County Health Department set to reopen, resume services in new location
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Baldwin County Health Department is set to resume services and business hours on Monday after closing to move into a new facility. The department will reopen Monday, Jan. 11th, at its new location at 100…
MGA political science professor weighs in on runoff election outcomes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Twin victories in the Georgia runoff elections now give the Democratic Party control of the U.S. Senate. This comes as NBC News projects Democrat Jon Ossoff defeated Republican incumbent David Perdue. And fellow Democrat Raphael Warnock…
Econo Lodge Inn and Suites in Macon robbed
Investigators say a man entered the lobby with his hand in his coat pocket, and demanded money from the clerk.
Mercer University freshman dies in dorm room after allergic reaction
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Mercer University campus is mourning the loss of a student who died in her dorm room Thursday. In an email to students, Mercer University President Dr. Bill Underwood shares that freshman Anna Espy, from Rome,…
Consignment shop in provides space for Food Pantry
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Consignment shop in Cochran has partnered with a Facebook group to create a food pantry. Making Bleckley Better was started by Shane Roland to help to identify families in need. Dian Itson, the owner of…
North Central Health District expands who can get Covid vaccines
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Starting January 11, North Central Health District will start scheduling vaccinations for people in Phase 1A+. People included in Phase 1A+ Healthcare providers Employees and residents of long-term care facilities Adults age 65 and up and…
Macon Transit provides rides to Brookdale Warming Center
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority joined multiple community agencies to provide people a warm and safe place to stay at the Brookdale Warming Center. This is according to a Macon-Bibb County news release. MTA will offer…
Mayor Miller signs Executive Order addressing spread of COVID-19
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- On Friday, Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller signed an Executive Order enacting immediate actions to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in the community. This is according to a news release from the mayor's office. In…
Better Business Bureau gives tips on protecting stimulus payment
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Better Business Bureau wants to make sure that money stays with you as stimulus checks continue to rollout. Kelvin Collins — President and CEO of BBB Central Georgia— said if anyone calls, emails, or texts…
Houston County School District wins 2 state human resources awards
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County School District Human Resources Department won two top state awards from the Georgia Association of School Personnel Administrators. This is according to a news release from the school district. Platinum Best in Class…
Teen arrested after shooting incident in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Warner Robins police officers are looking into a shooting that left a 20-year-old man injured. Authorities say the shooting incident happened Thursday at 6:30 a.m. on McArthur Blvd. According to a Warner Robins Police Department…
Staying chilly Friday as rain moves out
Rain has been hanging around Middle Georgia for much of the afternoon/evening this Thursday, but changes will be coming to the area Friday. Behind the low pressure center we will see a few hours of potential shower activity Friday morning,…
How conspiracy theories impact people
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — There are many conspiracy theories throughout history. Many have come up in the current political arena. Hanna Cespedes — a clinical mental health Specialist with All Counseling Solutions — says most people who…
Local lawmakers share their thoughts on Capitol attack
Georgia State Senator David Lucas and State Representative Dale Washburn share their thoughts on the Capitol attack. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- After the attack on Capitol Hill, local legislators say they plan to continue their duties at Georgia State Capitol. Riots…