GBI: 4-year-old girl shot, killed in Wilcox County
A 4-year-old girl is dead after being shot Tuesday afternoon in Wilcox County.
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Heat and storm chances return Wednesday
After a day where Middle Georgia reached 98 degrees, it would be nice to get a break from the heat. Unfortunately, we won't be getting a break from this 90 degree weather any time soon. Wednesday will bring the return…
Middle Georgia State University prepares for return of faculty, students
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --Middle Georgia State University prepares for the return of faculty and students. Classes begin August 12. The university says it has taken preventative measures like social distancing within classrooms to ensure safety on the campus. “We are…
Complex Commander changes guard at Robins Air Force Base
.WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A changing of the guard took place at Robins Air Force Base Tuesday. Brigadier General Jennifer Hammerstedt stepped into her new role as Robins Air Force Base Complex Commander. The base held the ceremony at…
Former Warner Robins Councilman Brashear dies at 72
Former Warner Robins City Councilman Mike Brashear has died at 72.
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores July 6-10
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, July 6 and Friday, July 10, presented by Pierce Parts and Service
Christmas Made in the South festival in Macon canceled due to COVID-19
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Christmas Made in the South is canceling all of its 2020 festivals, including one in Middle Georgia. According to a post on the fine art and craft festivals website, the festivals are canceled because of the…
North Central Health District changes hours at testing sites and call line
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The North Central Health District is changing its hours at its COVID-19 testing sites and its call line. According to an email from the health district, hours are changing at its county health departments because of…
Warner Robins LB Ahmad Walker commits to Liberty
Rivals.com has him listed as a 3-star recruit.
Staying hot this week in Middle Georgia
This week started hot for many in Middle Georgia with highs in the 90's and "feels like" temps in the 100's. Not much will change as we head through the rest of the week, but we are going to increase…
Dublin City Schools students to return September 8
Dublin City Schools students will return to school on Tuesday, September 8.
Bibb County Sheriff's Office, local clergy launches 'Concord Project' initiative
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Local clergy and the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office are aiming to bring more neighborhoods together. The two groups held a news conference Monday at the Bibb County Sheriff's Office's Outreach and Restorative Justice Center to announce…
East Dublin shooting leaves one man dead
EAST DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A shooting at a convenience store in East Dublin ends with one man dead. According to Laurens County Coroner Richard Stanley, 34-year-old Travis Plummer died from a gunshot wound early Sunday morning. The incident happened…
Washington County Courthouse closed after employee tests positive for COVID-19
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Officials closed the Washington County Courthouse to the public after an employee tested positive for COVID-19. According to a post on the Washington County Sheriff's Office Facebook page, the courthouse will remain closed until Thursday, July…
UPDATE: Missing man found safe and in good health
UPDATE: Tuesday, July 14th at 7:30 a.m. - 56 year old Matthew Williams has been found safe. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, he was found at a convenience store by family friend Saturday night. The family friend drove…
Laurens County Sheriff's Deputy arrested and fired for domestic incident
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Laurens County Sheriff's Deputy has been arrested and fired from the Sheriff's Office. According to a news release from the Laurens County Sheriff's Office, Demetrius Green was arrested on Friday, July 10th and charged with…
American Red Cross helps 22 people after motel fire in Milledgeville
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The American Red Cross is helping 22 people after a major motel fire in Milledgeville. According to Jay Lawrence with the American Red Cross, the fire happened Saturday morning at the Extended Stay Relax Inn on…
Two people shot in Central City Park, deputies looking for suspects
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people were taken to the hospital after being shot in Central City Park Sunday night. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, a large crowd was partying in the area just before 10 p.m. Deputies…
Woman in custody after shooting at Macon Walmart
A woman is custody following a shooting Saturday night at Walmart on Gray Highway.
FVSU head football coach Maurice Flowers talks suspended season
The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference suspended all 2020 fall sporting and championship events Thursday because of coronavirus concerns.
A cold front brings lower humidity, but temps heat up this weekend
It has been another night of scattered storms across Middle Georgia after a day of high heat. Overnight a cold front will continue to push towards the east coast. This will pass through Middle Georgia by tomorrow morning clearing out…
Westside hosts food, book distribution in Macon
Friday’s distribution was the first and largest food giveaway in west Macon since the start of coronavirus pandemic.
Macon-Bibb mayoral candidates Miller, Whitby discuss their agendas
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon-Bibb County will decide on a new mayor in a runoff election. Early voting starts on July 20, and election day is August 11. 41NBC met with both candidates to hear what tops their campaign agendas.…
How Middle Georgia colleges will hold classes in the fall
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fall classes start on most college campuses next month. The COVID-19 pandemic has college administrators rethinking how students will attend class this year. When students return to Middle Georgia State University on August 12th, their classes…
MORNING UPDATE: Macon mayor urges taking preventative measures, slow spread of COVID; 30,000+ pounds of food, 2,400+ books being distributed in Macon Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Macon mayor urges taking preventative measures, slow spread of COVID 30,000+ pounds of food, 2,400+ books being distributed in Macon Friday
30,000+ pounds of food, 2,400+ books being distributed in Macon Friday
Parents can stop by Westside High School Friday to pick up food and books for their children.
Bibb School Board holding 2 public hearings regarding FY 2021 budget
The Bibb County Board of Education will hold two public hearings this month regarding the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 budget.
Bibb County School District asks local businesses, churches for help in upcoming school year
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The superintendent for the Bibb County School District is asking for assistance from local businesses and churches as they head into the new school year. If COVID-10 cases continue to spike in Bibb County by September,…
Suspects wanted for charging tips to 'pick-up' orders at Ole Times Country Buffet
Deputies are searching for Ja’Nya Taylor, Damaiha Reed, and Dalendria Lowe for charging tips to 'pick-up' orders at Ole Times Country Buffet. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County deputies need help finding three women accused of adding tips to "pick…
Baldwin County Schools plans for students to return
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Baldwin County Board of Education is still finalizing plans for how students will go back to school in the Fall. Dr. Noris Price -- the superintendent of Baldwin County Schools -- says the Board of…
Former Mercer head basketball coach Bill Bibb dies at 86
Legendary Mercer men's head basketball coach Bill Bibb died Thursday afternoon at the age of 86.
Loeffler addresses WNBA letter while visiting Middle Georgia
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler addressed a letter she sent to the WNBA Commissioner this week. She made the address while visiting Middle Georgia on Thursday. Loeffler -- co-owner of WNBA team the Atlanta Dream --…
UPDATE: Authorities arrest suspect in Hawkinsville homicide
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Authorities arrested the suspect involved in the July 8 murder of William Whitehead. According to a news release, GBI agents arrested 32-year-old Tyree Williams on Thursday. Tyree Williams charges Williams faces charges of malice murder, aggravated…
Bibb Sheriff's Office needs help finding woman suspected of credit card fraud
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies need your help finding a woman suspected of committing financial transaction card theft and fraud. Investigators say the victim reported the incident on June 11 around 7:15 in the evening. Deputies say…
Macon mayor urges taking preventative measures, slow spread of COVID
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon Mayor Robert Reichert issued an executive order urging people and businesses to take preventative measures outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to slow the spread of COVID-19. According to a news release…
Motorcyclist dies after car strikes him in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators are looking into a fatal accident after a woman hit a motorcyclist. Investigators say the accident happened on Jeffersonville Road around 11 p.m. Wednesday. Investigators identified the motorcyclist as 31-year-old Sidney Stone.…
Bibb County School District's plan for academic school year and graduations
Macon, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT) -- In a school board meeting Tuesday night, Bibb County school board members tackled several issues, including graduations and virtual learning options. The Bibb County school district will start the 2020-2021 academic school year on September 7th, the day…
Mask mandate proposed for Macon-Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two Bibb County commissioners are working with the Bibb County Health Department to create a mask ordinance. As the numbers of COVID-19 cases increase in Bibb county, Commissioners, Joe Allen and Elaine Lucas say the county…
Houston County High School employee tests positive for COVID-19, football workouts suspended
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Houston County High School employee has tested positive for COVID-19. According to Public Service Announcement from the Houston County School District, school district officials found out about the test results Wednesday. The PSA goes on…
Scattered storms and heat remain in the forecast for Thursday
It was another hot day across Middle Georgia with highs in the upper 90's and high humidity. Not only that, but we are once again seeing pop up showers and storms this evening. Tomorrow will bring more of the same,…
Macedonia Baptist Church holds food giveaway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With the pandemic causing layoffs across Middle Georgia, Macedonia Baptist church is providing relief for residents. The church gave away groceries Wednesday along with the Macon Rescue Mission to continue making a difference in the community.…
Hay House reopens with safety precautions
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — One of Macon’s historic sites has reopened to visitors. According to the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, the Hay House will offer limited tours with special regulations to slow the spread of COVID-19. Following Guidelines and…
Macon man arrested after fleeing deputies, scene of accident
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Macon man after he led law enforcement on a chase Wednesday afternoon. Deputies identified the man as 43-year-old James Michael Simmons. James Michael SimmonsCourtesy: Bibb County…
Authorities searching for murder suspect in Hawkinsville homicide
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation Eastman Office and the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office are looking for a Hawkinsville man suspected of killing another man. Authorities identified the murder suspect as 32-year-old Tyree Williams. GBI agents say…
U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler plans visit to Robins Air Force Base
Loeffler visits Robins Air Force Base on Thursday ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler -- a member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee -- plans to visit Robins Air Force Base on Thursday, July 9. This is according…
Frito Lay to expand operations in Perry, creates 120 new jobs
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Governor Brian Kemp announced that Frito-Lay will expand its operations in Perry and Kathleen. According to a news release from the Governor's Office, this will create 120 new jobs in Houston County. “Frito-Lay is one of…
Hot, humid, and stormy this week in Middle Georgia
Another day of dealing with that tropical low pressure has meant another day of heavy rain and scattered thunderstorm activity. Some of the areas that were hit hard yesterday with heavy rain are under the gun once again tonight. In…
Macon-Bibb County employees test positive for COVID-19
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Some Macon-Bibb County employees have tested positive for COVID-19. County manager, Keith Moffett, made the announcement during Tuesday night's Pre-commission meeting. According to Chris Floore with the Macon-Bibb County Public Affairs Office, employees are told to…
Two Macon-Bibb County Commissioners want residents to be required to wear masks
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two Macon-Bibb County Commissioners say they want county residents to be required to wear face masks in public. During Tuesday night's pre-commission meeting, Commissioner Elaine Lucas said she wants a resolution to be made up for…
Bibb school board votes to start school year after Labor Day
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County students will not return to school until after Labor Day. Bibb County Board of Education members voted on that decision during called meeting Tuesday night. An exact date of when students will return has…