MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The first presidential debate turned into a clash of personalities, experience and skills Tuesday evening in Cleveland, Ohio. Both President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden shared jabs and insults as they attempted to…
Fire Safety Educator Jeremy Webb, says more residents have bonfires, using their fireplaces, or burn yard debris this time of year.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Jamie Cassady, assistant superintendent for the Bibb County School District, says rules still apply. He also says disciplinary action still happens as if students were in the classroom. “We still expect kids to be respectful. We…
One person is dead after crashing their motorcycle Wednesday afternoon.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Mercer University’s Rural Health Innovation Center received honors from the Georgia Senate for their impact in rural areas. “The center’s responsibilities are ambitious, charged with confronting the complex healthcare challenges and wellness disparities facing rural communities,”…
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A special called meeting will decide if the Twiggs County Board of Education will have a special election to fill a school board chair position. According to Twiggs County Board of Education Superintendent Elgin Dixon, Joanie…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Georgia Bureau of Investigation agents need your help identifying a camera in connection with the disappearance of a Houston County missing man. This is according to a GBI news release. GBI agents say they found…
Beginning Thursday, families sending a student to college will be able to complete the free application for federal student aid, otherwise known as FAFSA, and experts say filing early is important. NBC's Liz McLaughlin reports. (NBC News) -- Beginning Oct.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — For the last 11 years, the Dublin-Laurens Chapter of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority has hosted an annual breast cancer walk during October to raise awareness about the disease. Like many events, the COVID-19 pandemic has…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Robins Air Force Base and community leaders across middle Georgia gathered today to highlight breast cancer, domestic violence, and substance abuse. It’s part of the eleventh annual declaration of “Triple Ribbon Month” for the month…
A cold front moved through the southeast today bringing not only a round of rain to much of Middle Georgia, but also a nice cool down. Overnight temperatures will continue to cool to the low 50's and upper 40's under…
The custodial staff works throughout the day cleaning.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Over the summer, the Bibb County School District asked parents and guardians who wanted to opt-out of in-person learning to sign up for the Remote Learning Option for each child. The school district notified parents that…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- River Edge Behavioral Health will reveal its new recovery center Friday, but 41NBC took a look at what you can expect. The center comes with two stabilization crisis centers for patients with poor mental health and…
John Appell tours cemeteries throughout the US, teaching people how to clean and preserve gravesites. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A group gathered in Rose Hill Cemetery to clean up and learn how to preserve gravestones. “In a way makes me…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb Sheriff’s investigators need your help finding Antonio Jackson in connection with a shooting that happened on Sherry Drive in Macon Thursday. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, investigators suspect that Jackson shot…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Plans for a Hyatt hotel along Poplar Street in downtown Macon are on hold due to funding issues and the COVID-19 pandemic. Macon Urban Development Authority Executive Director Alex Morrison says the project developer, MMI Thornton,…
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between September 21 and September 25.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's investigators are trying to figure out who stabbed a man in Macon Monday. Investigators say someone stabbed 26-year-old Marion Lester Jr. in the chest in the 3300 block of Mary Drive around 11:10…
The hospital say they're constantly monitoring COVID-19 trends in the facility and the community.
A cold front is approaching Middle Georgia this evening and bringing with it the chance for a few thunderstorms. As the front moves through the area, overnight/tomorrow, we will experience some gusty conditions, rain, and a big drop in temperature.…
“He was a gentle soul, I can't believe this has happened to him.”
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has a new online reporting system to make reporting non-emergency crime a little easier.
Macon-Bibb County is looking to improve the efficiency of licensing for business owners.
An upgrade to Perry’s water system is complete after two years of work.
In this segment of Tech Byte, Emily Cassulo checks out some new consoles coming out later this fall. Microsoft's new Xbox Series S and X consoles You can now preorder Microsoft's new Xbox Series S and X consoles. And you…
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Two people are in jail after a teen shoots himself in Dublin around 8:45 Sunday night. Police arrested Javouri Durham for involuntary manslaughter. Authorities also charged Tenia Hatch with tampering with evidence. Police Chief Tim Chatman…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Jill Hancock, a nurse with Navicent Health's Breast…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The City of Perry is upgrading the city's water system, which may disrupt water service, September 28 - October 2. The city commissioned the water treatment facility off of Tucker Road in Perry to do the upgrade.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's Deputies say they found a Macon man shot to death Saturday. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, deputies found 30 year old Joseph Grayer shot in the upper chest in a home…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority (MTA) transfer station reopened for business this morning. MTA restricted operations at several buildings in late June as a COVID-19 precaution. The transfer station has updated policies and procedures with it's…
“For so long, they’re so used to our neighborhoods being ignored and being glossed over."
We get a one day break from rain chances on Saturday behind the cold front that moved through earlier. Saturday will be a warm and mostly sunny day in Middle Georgia with highs in the mid 80's. With the increased…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office captures one of two suspects wanted for armed robbery and aggravated assault. Deputies arrested Devan Williams. Authorities accused Williams of attacking and robbing a woman on Houston Avenue in Nov. 2019,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful (KMBB) now has a new Executive Director. The KMBB Executive Board announced Caroline Childs will hold the position previously held by Pam Carswell who retired in June. Childs and her family moved to Macon…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Nine Georgia schools receive National Blue Ribbon School honors, including a Macon charter school. U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recognized the Academy For Classical Education as a National Blue Ribbon School for 2020. The honor…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Perry Hospital patients are walking pain-free after doctors successfully completing at least three total knee replacements this month. “Most of them have Osteoarthritis or just pain in their knees,” said Valencia Bunch, Perry Hospital nurse manager.…
Smart home technology is becoming more affordable and accessible than ever before. With so many options, it can be overwhelming to figure out which new product to choose. But for a modest budget, you can complete a smart-home upgrade that’s…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a body found in a parking lot near a school. Deputies are on the backside of the property of the Martin-Whitley Educational Complex at 2011 Riverside Drive. Investigators on…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Honey is a 3-4 year old bulldog mix. She’s sweet, but also a little shy. She’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt her at All About Animals Rescue in Macon. Anyone that…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: 13-year-old in critical condition after suspect fires gun into apartment Monroe County Middle School moving to all virtual instruction September 28
It has been a rainy afternoon across Middle Georgia and that will be continuing through much of Friday. A warm front will be pushing north and bringing more rain and better storm chances to the area. A few pockets of…
Officials encourage to trade in candy collecting buckets, for things they can do at home instead.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- With virtual learning in effect for the Bibb County School District, onsite child care helps teachers with school-aged children. Erika Bishop, Central High School teacher and mother of six, signed all her children up for the…
UPDATE: Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies took Cheylanna Deshanna White into custody by around midnight. Authorities charged her with: (1) count of Murder (1) count of Possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony (6) counts of Theft by…
Monroe County Middle School is moving from face-to-face to all virtual instruction starting Monday, September 28.
Navicent Health encourages more parents to find books and read to their babies to improve their learning ability. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- To celebrate College Savings Month and to raise awareness about the importance of saving for college and early…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- As the pandemic continues, hospitals look to hire more healthcare workers to cover patients' needs. Coliseum Health System held a hiring event for registered nurses at the Macon Marriott City Center on Thursday. This event allowed…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- If you like fitness and a nice specialty drink, then get ready for Fitness on the Patio. The Macon Centreplex and Ambetter from Peach State Health Plan have partnered to host the yoga event this weekend.…
UPDATE: MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's deputies arrested three people in connection to a Macon shooting of a 13-year-old girl who got struck in the back. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, authorities arrested the following teens…