MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has a message for those thinking of celebrating the Fourth of July with gunfire. Deputies say shooting a gun into the air is careless and extremely dangerous. Lieutenant Wilton Collins says…
(AP) -- The U.S. is heading into the Fourth of July weekend with many parades and fireworks displays canceled, beaches and bars closed, and health authorities warning that this will be a crucial test of Americans’ self-control. They say this…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fireworks sales have skyrocketed as many July 4th events were canceled due to coronavirus. According to Cheryl Story, a Jakes Fireworks store operator, they have seen a surge in sales this year. Story says since many…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As residents prepare for the Fourth of July weekend on the lake, the Department Of Natural Resources Division encourages water and boating safety. DNR is reinforcing the importance of community well-being after a recent drowning at…
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This weekend marks the 50th anniversary of the Second Atlanta International Pop Festival in Byron. Many credit the event as the largest outdoor concert in the state's history. Between 100,000 to a half-million people made their…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Independence Day is Saturday and cookouts are a popular way to celebrate the holiday. Chef Scottie Johnson, a private chef from Warner Robins and a winner of the first ever Georgia Seafood Festival, sent in a…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A local non-profit is taking action to raise concerns about killings and racial injustices happening in Middle Georgia. Freedom for All Macon will conduct a 4k Solidarity Run and Walk on Saturday morning. The 2.21-mile walk…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three people were sent to the hospital early Friday morning following a car crash. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the crash happened at the Eisenhower Parkway and I-75 intersection just before 1 a.m. A…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Perry Police, GBI investigating early morning homicide Commissioner Wynn speaks out about husband being assaulted
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Bacon lost to the Savannah Bananas Wednesday, 8-0, in their season opener. They were hoping to have a different outcome Thursday night in their home opener at Luther Williams Field. But, the Bananas spoiled…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --Local law enforcement is cracking down on a number of blighted properties turned into bootleg liquor stores. “Our ordinance calls them a dive. Some people call them a bootleg, and other people call them a shot house,”…
One person is dead after a shooting early Thursday morning.
A Macon-Bibb commissioner says to expect more charges after her husband was assaulted in downtown Macon Wednesday morning.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two Middle Georgia men got the chance to compete for cash and show the world what they've got. Retired Marine Micheal Oglesby and his nephew Jahmar Tate -- a school counselor -- were contestants NBC's game…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators need your help finding a Macon man wanted for selling fake car parts. Investigators are looking for 30-year-old Timothy Sherrod Harden for Theft by Deception. Investigators determined that between October 2019 and…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Medical Center Navicent Health has made changes to parts of its essential visitation policy. This is according to a news release from the healthcare provider. The news release states that Navicent made the decision after reviewing…
Bibb County deputies are "actively searching" for a man accused of assaulting a Macon-Bibb Commissioner's husband.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Nala is a 7 year old lab/pitbull mix. She’s a sweet, shy and playful. She’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt her at All About Animals Rescue in Macon. Anyone that goes…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — According to Mentalhealth.gov, 1 in 25 Americans live with a serious mental illness. Licensed therapist, D. Renee Smith, joined 41NBC News at Daybreak via Skype to share what the difference is between mental illness and mental…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man is dead after a gun accidentally shot him in the face. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 29-year-old Wesley Faulks and his friend, 28-year-old Tevin Pleas, were showing each other their new…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Man dies after drowning in Lake Tobesofee at Claystone Park Middle Georgia churches offering free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Community Empowerment Center and Community Church of God in Macon are partnering with several churches in Middle Georgia to offer free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing. Testing is being offered at the following churches: Bethel Missionary Baptist…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is dead after drowning in Lake Tobesofkee in Macon Wednesday night. According to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 49 year old Christopher King was thrown off the boat he was…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Middle Georgia Black Pages and the Urban CEO want to assist local black businesses affected by COVID-19. They created the Black Business Support Fund to help black business owners. The Community Foundation of Central Georgia and…
TOOMSBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Phones lines have been busy for Toomsboro officials as people want to buy the city. Mayor Joyce Denson says people have it all wrong. The small town of Toomsboro -- population nearly 500 -- was listed…
There was a socially distanced crowd of 15-hundred people at Grayson Stadium.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Solid Waste Department is on a mission to stop illegal dumping in Bibb County communities. Sanitation crews spent Tuesday cleaning Bells Terrace street in Unionville after it was reported that more trash, scraps, and abandoned…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- With school out for summer, food insecurities become a bigger problem for low-income households. For that reason, the PepsiCo Foundation’s Food for Good program partnered with the USDA and Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty. Together,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Middle Georgia Regional Library needs equipment donations for a Memory Lab that will enable community members to access free, publicly-available, self-service digital conversion. “Donations to the Memory Lab make family and community histories accessible to future…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County is postponing the 26th annual Sparks Over the Park Independence Day Celebration at Lake Tobesofkee due to COVID-19 concerns and the rise of cases in Macon-Bibb County and Georgia. “Even though Georgia has relaxed…
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- The City of Cochran is honoring those who have served our country in a unique way for the Fourth of July amid the pandemic. For the past three years, Sam Barrs has placed large American flags around…
After a few mostly dry days in Middle Georgia, storms rolled back in this afternoon. Most of us saw just rain, but at least my garden is happy. Tomorrow will bring our next chance of severe storms. Main threats with…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man wanted for a Baldwin County murder is now behind bars. According to a news release from the Baldwin County Sheriff's Office, deputies arrested Dequanis Parks Tuesday morning in Newton County, Georgia. Parks was wanted…
Fort Valley Police say 28-year-old Dominique Towns, who was last seen last week, was found dead Tuesday.
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Citizens of Byron have had it with the city’s rising water cost. Byron resident Michelle Chafin said, “Last year they sent out a notice stating that they were putting in new pipes at the beginning of…
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT)- As more people get ready for the holiday weekend, law enforcement agencies are urging residents to stay safe. The Fourth of July ranks as one of the most dangerous days of the year. According to MoneyGeek's analysis,…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In an effort to reopen schools, the Baldwin County School District is holding a virtual town hall meeting. This will be the third gathering Dr. Noris Price -- the Baldwin County School Superintendent -- will lead,…
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin city hall closed Tuesday and will stay closed until Monday, July 6th. According to a notice on the city's Facebook page, a city employee came in contact with someone who has COVID-19. The city is…
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, June 22 and Friday, June 26.
It was a scorcher across Middle Georgia today, with highs in the mid 90's and "feels like" temps in the 100's! High pressure to our south will continue to pump Gulf moisture into the area, which means humidity will be…
The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority announced Monday it is closing the Terminal Station on Monday, July 6 until further notice.
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- Fourth of July fireworks are scary for pets and local animal shelters ask that pet owners to make plans before the holiday. The Bibb County Animal Services office says they see a surge in the number calls…
The Baldwin County School District is using virtual town halls to explore various reopening strategies to start the upcoming school year during the coronavirus pandemic. The town halls are scheduled for Tuesday, June 30th at noon and 5:30 p.m. All…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District’s Transportation Department is holding a job fair. The job fair happens on Tuesday, June 30 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Rose’s Discount Store at 3856 Pio Nono Ave.…
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - One man is shot to death after an argument at Dublin Walmart. Dublin Police say they responded to the Walmart parking lot just after 10 p.m. Sunday. Upon arrival, officers found 28-year-old Kristopher O' Neal dead…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Mercer wants to inspire its Macon campus by adding a sculpture commemorating the university's 1963 integration. Mercer University staff hopes the sculpture will help strengthen diversity efforts. The university has a committee that will find an…
The Macon Mayhem hockey team announced a new ownership group Monday.
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Central Georgia Technical College announced its plan to offer in-person courses and labs during its Fall semester 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a news release from CGTC, the plan details procedures for…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Film Festival officials plan to offer a hybrid film festival with both online and in-person events August 13 -- 30. According to a news release from Visit Macon, event-goers will be able to stream the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney David Cooke says deputies were justified in the use of force that resulted in the death of 30-year-old Keith Young. This comes after a GBI investigation. According to a news release,…