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…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Several City of Milledgeville departments and organizations will not be participating in traditional trick-or-treating this Halloween. According to a press release from Milledgeville Main Street/ DDA, the city's police department, fire department, Milledgeville Main Street/ DDA,…
According to State Farm agent, Tanisha Sutter, renters insurance protects your personal property.
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The City of Perry has opened a refurbished part of Creekwood Park. City officials turned an old tennis court into what they call a "traffic park". The traffic park can be used for riding bikes and…
Clouds have increased across the southeast today as what is left of Tropical Storm Beta slowly moves east. At this point Beta has essentially become a low pressure system with a cold and warm front. The warm front sector will…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With the 2020 general elections around the corner, local groups are increasing their efforts to boost voter turnout. The Macon Chapter of A. Philip Randolph Institute spent Wednesday driving through the Anthony and Davis Homes community…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As part of an ongoing expansion project, county leaders demolished two blighted homes. This came after a news conference on Wednesday. The demolition comes after a transfer of three properties to the National Park Service to…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - State Farm is asking communities to vote for their favorite project or cause that would make a positive impact in their neighborhoods. State Farm Senior Vice President Annette Martinez said in a statement: “During these…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Wells Fargo Foundation awarded a $15,000 grant to Houston County Habitat for Humanity to build an affordable home in Warner Robins. The two organizations partnered to help build affordable housing. A news release states…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is dead after being hit by a car in Macon early Wednesday morning. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, Wanda Pearson was driving her Nissan Altima on I-16 just after midnight. She hit…
Macon Mayor Robert Reichert wants to use 2018 SPLOST funds for the purchase, which he estimates will cost $8.7 million.
One person is dead after being hit by a vehicle in the 1100 block of Gray Highway just after 9:30 Tuesday night.
Dexter’s Produce set up a pumpkin patch for families, and plan to host socially distanced activities.
Happy Autumnal Equinox! Today we saw a beautiful day for our first day of fall. Our highs topped out in the 70's and we saw increasing cloud cover. Through the day tomorrow, we will see a pretty similar kind of…
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Washington County deputies are trying to to get a better understand of mental illness after three deputies charged with the murder of an unarmed, mentally-ill man was granted immunity. Washington County Sheriff's deputies have undergone crisis…