Macon Bacon unveils 2021 baseball schedule
The Macon Bacon released their 2021 baseball schedule Tuesday afternoon. The Bacon will play 53 games, including 44 games against the Coast Plain League.
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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores October 12-16
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, October 12 and Friday, October 16, presented by Pierce Parts and Service.
Lizella man killed in a head-on collision
The crash happened near the intersection of Fulton Mill Road and Dixon Road.
BCSO needs help in theft by taking, trespassing investigation
Deputies say the incident happened on Morgan Drive.
BCSO: 4 juveniles apprehended after attempting to flee in stolen vehicle
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Four juveniles were taken into custody Tuesday in connection to an aggravated assault investigation and carjacking. That's according to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, which says deputies located a vehicle around 10:30…
Daybreak Segment: Tips for Fire Prevention Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In 2019, local fire departments responded to an estimated 1.3 million fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association. October is fire prevention month. The goal is to help ensure your home and family has a…
2020 Main Street Macon Christmas Parade canceled
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 2020 Main Street Macon Christmas parade has been canceled. Alex Morrison, the Executive Director of the the Macon-Bibb Urban Development Authority, said in light of COVID-19 and the social distancing guidelines set by health officials,…
Mayor Toms reveals why Councilman Lee is stepping down
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The first African American to win an at large city council seat in Warner Robins is stepping down and now we know why. According to Warner Robins Mayor Randy Toms, Councilman of Post 1 Daron…
Get screened at Mammo Marathon walk-in event at Navicent Health
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and now is the perfect time to get a mammogram. On Thursday from 7 am until 6 pm, The Medical Center Navicent Health will have several locations performing walk-in mammograms.…
A warm week is on the way for Middle Georgia
After a nice fall weekend (if you didn't cheer for any sports teams from Georgia) we have started our warm up for the week. Today we made it to the low 80's and we can expect more high temperatures along…
Dublin School Board approves phased return to school plan
The Dublin City Schools Board of Education voted Monday to return to school under learning environment options selected by families over the summer.
United Way looking for volunteers for virtual Read for the Record event
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - United Way of Central Georgia is in need of volunteers for the annual Read for the Record event on October 29th. And this year it's virtual to adhere to COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. Every year millions…
PHOTOS: Macon-Bibb fire departments take part in 'Light the Night'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County took time to "light the night" in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. The National Fire Firefighters Foundation use the weekend to honor men and women who protect the community from fires…
1 dead after single-vehicle accident on Mercer University Drive
One person is dead following a single-vehicle crash on Mercer University Drive Monday.
UPDATE: Teen in custody following shooting of teen Monday
UPDATE: A 14-year-old was taken into custody Tuesday in connection to Monday's shooting. _____________________________________________________________________ MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County Sheriff's deputies are looking for the man who shot a teen and then drove away. Deputies responded to the…
Man robs Circle K gas station at gunpoint, Bibb deputies searching
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating an armed robbery that happened at the Circle K Gas Station, just before 5:08 a.m. Monday. Authorities say a man entered the store to purchase gas and left. The man…
Man wanted for robbing Murphy Express gas station in Macon at gunpoint
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's Investigators are looking for a man who they say robbed a gas station in Macon at gunpoint. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the robbery happened at the Murphy Express gas station…
Two men wanted for robbing Valero gas station in Macon at gunpoint
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's Investigators are looking for two men who they say robbed a gas station in Macon at gunpoint. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the robbery happened at the Valero gas station at…
President Trump comes to Macon along campaign trail
A large crowd gathered to show their support for Trump as well as other Republican leaders.
Fall weather moves in for the weekend
A cold front that moved across the southeast today has brought clearing and cool temperatures to Middle GA. Overnight our temperatures will fall to the upper 40's thanks to clear skies and dry air. This will lead to a pretty…
MTA gets two new electric buses
The two electrical buses have zero emission, and seats up to 32 passengers.
Supporters anticipate President Donald Trump's arrival in Macon
Supporters say it's not about race or gender. It's about making America great again.
Central Georgia Technical College holds Curbside Food Festival
The two groups want to serve more people in Middle Georgia during the pandemic.
It's the Law: Supreme Court rules on U.S. Census end date
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Attorney J Davis from James W. Davis and Associates joins 41NBC’s Shelby Coates for our weekly segment “It’s the Law.” This week Davis addresses the Supreme Court ruling that honors the Trump Administration's request to stop…
Joe Biden supporters hold "Ridin' with Biden" parade in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – State Representative Miriam Paris and Macon-Bibb Commissioner-elect Seth Clark held a "Ridin' With Biden" parade and news conference Friday. The event was held hours before President Donald Trump's Rally was set to kick-off in Macon. They…
Viral billboard spotted in Macon ahead of President Trump's rally
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - National non-profit Rural America 2020 is sounding an alarm about President Donald Trump's Macon rally at Middle Georgia Regional Airport. According to an emailed news release, the group put up a digital billboard in Macon to…
Missing Perry man found dead in Hancock County
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation confirms a man found dead in Hancock County is a missing Perry man. According to the GBI, Hancock County deputies found the body of 49-year-old Willie Cecil Barrett around 12:15 Thursday…
Joe Biden says President Trump is 'taking his disregard for COVID-19 to Macon'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC?WMGT) - Democratic presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden has issued a statement on President Donald Trump's rally in Macon. President Trump's campaign is holding a "Make America Great Again" rally Friday evening at the Middle…
MORNING UPDATE: President Donald Trump visiting Middle Georgia Friday; Gov. Kemp Extends COVID-19 Executive Order
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: President Donald Trump visiting Middle Georgia Friday Gov. Kemp Extends COVID-19 Executive Order
Approaching cold front brings fall weather this weekend
We have been talking about it all week and the big cold front is finally on the way. Although there are a few showers associated with this, those will dry out as the front approaches Georgia. The front will move…
Data points to Macon MAGA rally as potential COVID-19 superspreader
Events like football games or the MAGA rally in Macon, could count as superspreading events.
Gov. Kemp announces approval of Georgia Healthcare Reform Package
Georgia Pathways and Access will provide access to healthcare insurance and lower premiums.
Centreplex gets new ice machine, ahead of Macon Mayhem season
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Macon Mayhem Ice Hockey Season is revving up, and the Macon Centreplex is preparing for the team’s first home game. Blair Floyd, the general manager of Macon Mayhem, says his players will be ready. He…
Election for next Bibb County Sheriff underway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The election for the next Bibb County Sheriff is underway. With Sheriff David Davis currently holding the Sheriff’s Office, contender JT Ricketson wants to earn the title. Bibb County Sheriff David Davis’ second term approaches the…
Filmore Thomas Park completes Phase 2
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Phase two of the Filmore Thomas Park is complete. Macon-Bibb County leaders and residents gathered to celebrate with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday. Elected officials say for nearly 30 years, the surrounding community waited for a vacant…
Bibb deputies: 'Expect traffic delays during President Donald Trump’s visit'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies say that President Donald Trump's visit will impact traffic Friday. According to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, drivers should expect traffic delays from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. …
Middle Georgia high school coaching legend Robert Davis dies at 77
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia has lost a high school football coaching legend. Robert Davis, one of Middle Georgia's winningest coaches, passed away Thursday morning at the age of 77. Davis was the head football coach at Westside…
Dog of the week: Baloo
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Baloo is about a year old bulldog mix. He’s sweet, playful and friendly. He’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt him at All About Animals Rescue in Macon. Anyone that goes to…
DAYBREAK LIVE: Macon Centerplex's new Zamboni for the upcoming hockey season
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Mayhem hockey team will be returning to the ice for their 2020-2021 season in December. The Macon Centreplex has a new tool to make game time for the players a whole lot smoother, a…
Newtown Macon highlights new businesses in 2020 Tour of Progress
Newtown uses the Tour of Progress to highlight new small businesses like Fall Line Brewing Company.
Deputies: Man arrested after attempted home burglary in High Falls
A man is in custody after Monroe County deputies say he tried to break in to a home.
More clouds and isolated showers possible Thursday
After a nice day in Middle Georgia we are going to see both an increase in clouds and humidity. High pressure will move off the coast and push more humid air into Middle Georgia. This will bring more clouds to…
Man dies after hitting tractor in Dodge County
EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A man is dead after a traffic accident that happened in Dodge County Wednesday. Dodge County coroner Joe Smith identified the man as 79-year-old Cherry Razzlle Spires. Smith says that the accident happened on Eastman/Milan Highway…
Hands On Chiropractic and Wellness Clinic to hold COVID-19 relief giveaway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — One business is helping others during the pandemic with some extra help. Hands-On Chiropractic and Wellness Clinic will have a COVID-19 Essential Frontline Relief Giveaway. The business plans to give away comfort packages to those who…
Edgar’s Bistro reopens for service
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Edgar’s Bistro in Macon reopened its doors Wednesday to the community after closing in March due to coronavirus. The restaurant is the second hospitality business in the building affiliated with the Edgars Hospitality Group. Andy Andersen…
Bleckley County deputies identify man suspected of murdering woman
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bleckley County sheriff's deputies identified a suspect for the murder of a woman whose body was found on Brodhead Road Sunday. Bleckley County Sheriff Kris Coody identified the murder victim as 35-year-old Brigida Roldan-Beltran, of Sandy…
Cooler weather Wednesday
It was a hot day in Middle Georgia with highs once again getting to the 90's in some places (Macon topped out at 89). A cold front moved through earlier and pushed out the clouds, but we were still dealing…
Phase 2 of Juliette water project put on hold
Commissioners announced a delay in the $16.3 million project that will bring county water to more than 800 homes.
Westside Neighbors United hosts Coffee with a Cop
Westside Neighbors United partnered with Z Beans Coffee in Macon
Houston County residents wait for hours to vote early
According to the Board of Elections, the Secretary of State's database and high voter turnout caused delays.