MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mercer Music at Capricorn is reopening its museum to the public with new rules. The museum will enforce social distancing guidelines. Staff will sanitize exhibits more often. Visitors must wear a mask. Staff will sanitize restrooms…
Bibb County deputies are looking for a 17-year-old they say shot a 14-year-old Wednesday night.
A man was shot in the abdomen at a mobile home park on Hawkinsville Road Wednesday night.
Macon-Bibb Commissioner Joe Allen says he's sorry for a post he made on Facebook this week.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Clubs and bars can now reopen their doors, but with coronavirus still looming, businesses may look different. Governor Brian Kemp has given 39 safety requirements for bars and nightclubs to follow for operations. “It's been challenging.…
WARNER ROBINS (41NBC/WMGT) - A Warner Robins man is in jail accused of attacking a woman in a Motel 6 stairwell and taking her purse. Police arrested 28-year Alexander Slater on Tuesday. According to police, a woman said Slater choked…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Wellness Center, Navicent Health is now beginning phases to reopen. Members who return must follow guidelines to use the equipment, services, and spaces. This includes: Screening, including temperature checks, will be required upon arrival Members…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --The First Friday of June in downtown Macon returns as businesses reopen after being forced to shut down due to COVID-19. Every first Friday of the month, Macon businesses host events as a way for residents to…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A mural honoring rock and roll icon, and Macon native, Little Richard Penniman is in the works. Artist 'Jeks' is completing the more than 20 foot mural in Macon at Society Garden on Ingleside Avenue. The…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: 2 arrested following Fort Valley shooting death Macon march seeks to promote unity and justice
Nearly 200 protesters united in Warner Robins Tuesday to speak out against police brutality.
As people protest all over the U.S. to fight to end social injustice, medical experts fear protesters efforts may cause a second wave of COVID-19 before anticipated.
The Tubman Museum reopened Tuesday.
BALDWIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- School Districts across Middle Georgia will be making considerations and recommendations for a safe return to in-person instruction for fall 2020. Districts like Baldwin County will be developing plans to reopen. According to Baldwin County School…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A peaceful march, calling for unity and criminal justice reform, made its way through the streets of downtown Macon Tuesday night. Marchers met at the Tubman Museum and made their way to the Government Center on…
Fort Valley Police say two people are now in custody following a shooting Monday that resulted in a man's death.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As Macon-Bibb commissioners near approving a budget, they want to include funding for Medical Center Navicent Health. During Tuesday's budget committee meeting, Mayor Pro Tem Al Tillman said he will not approve a budget that doesn't…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Election Day is less than a week away. 41NBC is introducing candidates for Macon-Bibb Commissioner. Decision 2020: Meet Don Druitt, Macon-Bibb Commission Candidate for District 6 Candidate name: Don Druitt Running for: District 6 Occupation: Retired military Campaign…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- Here in Middle Georgia we are seeing average temperatures, dry conditions, and warmer air as we make our way further into the week. A system of high pressure is making its way towards our state and pushing…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb Recreation Department plans to reopen slowly in July. Rec Director Robert Walker says the department is going to have a soft opening July 7. However, the process is still being discussed. Commissioners and Walker…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Nearly 200 protesters are gathering outside of the Walmart on Watson Boulevard to give voice to an end to police brutality Tuesday. The protest comes in conjunction with a wave of demonstrations across the US…
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 25 and Friday, May 29.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Police investigating after man dies in Fort Valley shooting Coroner: Man found dead in crawl space of Macon home Macon-Bibb Coroner: Woman found dead inside home
President of the NAACP Macon branch says, some of the cases are manipulated by the DA.
Residents now have access to the park grounds and walking trails from 1:00 to 5:00 PM daily.
Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones says a man's body was found in a crawl space Monday night.
Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones says a 54-year-old woman was found dead in her home Monday night.
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Perry Junior League board members say whoever set a number of batting cages on fire, went too far. The Perry Police is investigating what happened early Saturday morning at Perry Junior League after the batting cage…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Central City Park may soon get a new name, honoring the Cherry Blossom Festival founder -- Carolyn Crayton. "I can hardly believe what I'm hearing," Crayton said. For more than 40 years, Macon has been home…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Crowd gathers to protest police brutality, violence in Macon-Bibb UPDATE (Sunday, May 31 at 7 p.m.): Georgia COVID-19 tracker
Protesters are taking over city streets across the country, including Warner Robins.
A crowd of a few dozen people held a peaceful protest Sunday night at the corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Cherry Street.
The Macon-Bibb chapter of the NAACP is encouraging anyone who plans to organize protests to conduct them peacefully.
Hundreds of people gathered in downtown Macon Sunday to bring awareness of the injustices happening nationwide.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed an order authorizing up to 3,000 National Guard troops statewide ahead of several planned protests across the state Sunday.
Mercer's football program has added a big-time player to its roster.
A non-profit organization that promotes shopping locally, sponsored the competition.
Colonel Kelie Thomas says the shipment will ensure a safe environment, but also give families a peace of mind.
Monroe County leaders are urging residents to look out for anyone destroying or stealing road signs.
Unadilla's David Ragan will compete in the upcoming NASCAR Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb commissioners voted on a budget amendment in committee Friday morning, that would allow commissioners to not take as much from the reserve fund balance. Mayor Robert Reichert called for the reduction in his original plan…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins city buildings will reopen to the public Monday, June 1st. According to a news release from the city, the buildings will being open during normal, pre-COVID-19 business hours. The number of non-employees in…
Witnesses told police two men were fighting when a third man approached with a gun and fired shots.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- SOAR Academy's class of 2020 got a special send-off Thursday. Teachers and staff made their way to the homes of nearly 60 seniors to wish them well. Sixty-four seniors were shocked to find staff from SOAR…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Families in Middle Georgia have a new way to experience wildlife while maintaining social distancing. The Museum of Arts and Sciences has started hosting a drive-thru zoo to give parents and children an opportunity to enjoy…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cirrus Academy Charter School in Macon held an 8th grade drive-thru Moving-up Ceremony Wednesday. The event recognized students moving on to high school. Teachers say they wanted to make sure students were honored for their hard…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon-Bibb commissioners are ironing out budget details before they take a final vote in June. Now, commissioners are trying to find funding for summer camp alternatives. This comes after the mayor announced canceling summer camps, major…
Governor Brian Kemp announced the reopening dates for several entities Thursday.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — More homeowners will now have a new way to power their homes. The All Points North Foundation has awarded a $60,000 grant to Habitat for Humanity of Macon and Mercer University to provide installation of low-cost…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – To support social, economic, and environmental goals, Macon has joined the Reimagining the Civic Commons initiative. The national program aims to bring the benefits of strategic investments in parks, libraries, trails and community centers to more…