MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you're planning on frying your turkey this Thanksgiving, Macon-Bibb County Fire Department wants to make sure you're doing it safely. The department did a frying demonstration Wednesday morning. Turkey frying safety tips…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fire Chief Marvin Riggins is retiring after 41 years with the Macon-Bibb Fire department. He has served as fire chief since 2008. Chief Riggins says it's time to change the chapter and that…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- A woman arrested for pointing a gun at two children made her first court appearance Wednesday. On Sunday, two boys riding their bikes in Autumn Cove subdivision says they heard animal sounds coming…
Unlike the audit that was completed by hand, the recount will be processed by machine.
Everyone that gets tested at the event will be entered into a drawing to receive a $100 gift card.
The last bus will depart the transit station at 5:25 p.m.
Two people are dead after a two-car accident on the Sardis Church Road extension near Walden Road Tuesday night.
Clouds have started to move into Middle Georgia this evening, bringing warmer overnight temps. We will be staying warm into tomorrow, when our highs will warm into the 70's, even with cloudy skies. A few showers will be possible mainly…
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- Peach County Sheriff's Office rearrested a Byron woman after neighbors say she pulled out a gun on two children. On Sunday, November 22, Ethan Hollis and Kalleb Barnes were riding their bikes around Autumn…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- One Macon law firm is taking a break from the office to give back to families around for holidays. Forrest B. Johnson & Associates along with S&S Cafeteria plan to give away 500…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Community Church of God gave away 3900 boxes of food to people in need Tuesday. The church hosted many food drives in the past. However, Pastor Jason McClendon deems it important for…
The Perdue Foundation donated a 26-foot refrigerated box truck to the food bank Tuesday morning to help with food deliveries and pickups. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Middle Georgia Community Food Bank is feeling thankful because of…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A fourth suspect in connection to the shooting of a 13-year-old girl is behind bars, and Bibb County deputies are still searching for a fifth suspect. Deputies say 17-year-old Antonio Jackson turned himself…
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between November 16 and November 20.
A cold front moved through earlier today, helping to clear our skies and bring cooler conditions to Middle Georgia. This cooler air will hang around for just one more day, before we start to see increased humidity as well as…
The district wants to have at least 2 or 3 substitute teachers.
It's expected to start Tuesday at 9 a.m.
Melissa Brantley from The South Central Health District, says consider only eating with your immediate family.
Compton pointed a gun at the boys as she got out of her vehicle.
Floyd says it's important that students stay home if they have symptoms.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — For some people at the end of their life, hospice may play an important role during their final days. November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month to bring awareness to this type of healthcare. Kristin…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Another Bibb County school will begin virtual learning Monday because of COVID-19. According to an email from the Bibb County School District, students and staff at Southfield Elementary School will be learning from home through Friday,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — One teenager is behind bars and Bibb County deputies are looking for another after they say the two attempted to rob a man at gunpoint Saturday. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County Sheriff's Deputies are trying to figure out who shot a man to death Sunday night. According the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, deputies found the man lying outside of his car at…
It incident happened near the intersection of Pansy Avenue and Iris Street just after 8 p.m.
he CDC reports a 20% decrease in people going to the hospital for heart-related issues.
After a few cool days, temperatures got back to the 70's today. This is just the beginning, as more days in the mid 70's are on the way for Middle Georgia through the weekend. Saturday will be…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The City of Perry received over one million dollars from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs to address housing issues. Two checks are displayed at Perry’s city planning and zoning building for over…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It's been a busy election season for local election offices. Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger certified the election results Friday following a recount that ended earlier in the week. The Macon-Bibb County Election…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Grand Opera House will host their second "Macon Masters" event Saturday night. This time the topic is health with Dr. Patrice Walker, the chief medical officer for Navicent Health. Dr. Walker took…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Perry Panthers are looking to capture their first region title since 1959 Friday night at Herb St. John Stadium. The Panthers are playing in back-to-back region title games, but have come up…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The owner of Escape Artists War Town, Cara Heard, is selling her business because this year has been a tough one. The business found a way to be successful, even with…
Joe Biden has won Georgia and its 16 electoral votes.
After a cold start in Middle Georgia today we warmed into the mid 60's by the afternoon. These cooler than normal temperatures are going to be short lived as we head into the weekend, with highs warming back into the…
This is the first year the school is eligible for the award.
From now until January 4th, for every car they sell, $250 will go to Daybreak.
G-DOT expected a decrease in roadway accidents this year because of COVID-19.
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- One Crawford County dad delivered his son over the phone with the help of Macon EMT’s. Thursday, the family met with members at Community Ambulance in Macon following the successful delivery. Husband and…
In memory of Merrie Kaplan, parents Nancy and Michael Kaplan honored their daughter by helping those in need. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- One Macon couple lost their daughter last year and want to keep her memory alive while…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Princess is an 11 month old Chocolate lab mix. She’s sweet, shy, and loves other dogs. She’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt her at All About Animals Rescue in Macon. Anyone…
The fire station sells 120 fried turkeys each year, along with 40 smoked hams and turkeys.
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man linked to several arsons across Georgia, including a fire in Jones County, is now behind bars. According to the Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner, authorities in Ohio arrested 36-year-old…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Mentors Project in Macon plans to use grant money to focus on quality education and poverty reduction programs. Tuesday, Cox Communications announced a $5,000 grant for The Mentors Project, a local organization…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb Commissioners want to rename a road interchange after a former Macon mayor. During Tuesday night's meeting, commissioners approved a request to renaming the interchange at Eisenhower Parkway and Interstate 475 after Major…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Macon-Bibb County employees are getting a pay raise. The Macon-Bibb County Commission approved an ordinance Tuesday night for a 1.5 percent pay increase for all county employees. The change comes after a pay scale…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Travelers along I-75 in Warner Robins have a new travel center for gassing up, eating, and lounging before hitting the road. Buc-ee’s held its grand opening in Warner Robins. The Warner Robins…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County School District announced that Southwest High School students will remain in remote learning through Thanksgiving Break due to staffing related to COVID-19. Elam at Southwest High School -- Face-to-face resumes…
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The City of Byron canceled its 2020 Christmas. This is according to the city’s Facebook page. The Byron Welcome Center, along with our Mayor and other City of Byron officials said in the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) — The Alzheimer's Association Georgia Chapter offers free yoga classes for caregivers. Originally, the classes met in person but the pandemic forced the classes to meet online. This allows them to reach more…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Getting a child to graduate truly is a team effort. That's why Baldwin County School District uses a graduation committee to help its students stay the course. The committee started in 2014 when…