GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 60-year-old man, from Griffin, Georgia, dies in an afternoon crash in Jones County. According to the Georgia Department of Transportation, the crash happened around 2:00pm Tuesday on Eatonton Highway near Harris Morton…
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The COVID-19 pandemic is pushing a demand for in-home care for senior citizens, according to senior care provider Home Instead. Leaders at the Home Instead Dublin office say families are worried about older loved ones becoming…
The victim’ in Tuesday night’s shooting was identified as 35-year-old Terrance Deshun Chapman.
ATLANTA (AP/CNN) — A Georgia prosecutor said in a letter that she has opened a criminal investigation into “attempts to influence” the outcome of last year’s general election. Former President Donald Trump was not specifically named in the letter, but…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Valentine's Day is just a few days away. Even though things are a bit different this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, there's nothing stopping you from cooking a delicious and romantic meal at home. Chef…
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between January 11 and January 15.
"What we are trying to do is, role out appointments as quickly as possible."
The store says they have deals you won't see anywhere else.
"If she could talk, boy what she could tell."
The Health District says you will not be able to schedule appointments until more vaccine shipped to them.
Middle Georgia saw a few showers along a cold front earlier today, but for much of the afternoon dry weather was the name of the game. Over the weekend cold air will begin to move in across the area, and…
The Rural Zone program offers tax credits to eligible businesses for job creation, investment, and building rehabilitation.
CDC Releases grim COVID-19 projection, as President-elect Biden releases his vaccination plan WILMINGTON, Delaware (AP) — Joe Biden says that administering 100 million shots in his first 100 days is only the beginning of his coronavirus plan. He says…
Macon-Bibb County, Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful, and other organizations have partnered to help focus on neighborhood cleanups. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Mayor Lester Miller announced a joint effort with a number of agencies and neighborhoods to clean up streets from illegal…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a man shortly after a burglary at a Family Dollar on Pio Nono Avenue at around 12:43 a.m. Friday. Authorities identified the man as 55-year-old Alan Patrick Dortch. According to a…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A person died after their vehicle struck an 18-wheeler in Monroe County early Friday. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call that an 18-wheeler struck a passenger vehicle on I-475 southbound near mile marker…
According to police, a man walked into Ingles and took $228 worth of beer.
Clear skies and southwesterly winds allowed us to warm up into the 60's this afternoon, but changes are coming by tomorrow morning. Overnight, clouds will begin increasing across Middle Georgia, ahead of our next chance of rain. A cold front…
Macon-Bibb Fire Department crews responded to a structure fire just after 8 p.m. Thursday.
Assistant Fire Chief, Shane Edwards is stepping in as Interim Fire Chief. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Interim Chief Shane Edwards will temporarily take over as Fire Chief of Macon-Bibb. Edwards has served the fire department for over 32 years. He…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you're scared to get the Covid vaccine because it involves a needle, don't feel alone. Needle phobias are common. Hanna Cespedes is a clinical mental health specialist with All Counseling Solutions. She says there are…
The Monroe County School Board voted to mandate masks for Middle and High School students in their Tuesday meeting FORSYTH, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) -- While other counties have implemented a mask mandate in schools, Monroe County just recently passed such a rule.…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Many small businesses have felt the pain of the pandemic. One local Perry business found a way to increase profits and rebound from its losses. Michelle Rhoades -- owner of Mossy Creek Natural -- says their…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Mercer University suspended a fraternity from campus through Spring 2021 due to alcohol violations. Mercer Director of Media Relations Kyle Sears says university officials suspended the Phi Delta Theta fraternity for alcohol violations. The incident…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Both the Bibb County Sheriff's Office and the Monroe County Sheriff's Office are warning homeowners about a scam involving men trying to sell pine straw. On its Facebook page, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office reports it…
45-year-old Michael Walker will serve 20 months followed by five years of supervised release.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
There will be a Wreath Laying Ceremony at Rosa Parks Square.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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Rock Springs church in Macon is partnering with Caring solutions to help raise money for women who experience unexpected pregnancies.
Macon-Bibb County could soon put a stop to new liquor stores and pawnbrokers.
The fight happened Sunday night at BJ Billard's.
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…
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…
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…
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between January 4 and January 8.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…