Local VFW chapter distributing food to military veterans Saturday
More than 100 military veterans will receive food in a distribution happening Saturday.
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Lynmore Estates Neighborhood graduates to be recognized with parade Sunday
Graduate who live in Macon's Lynmore Estates Neighborhood will be recognized with a parade this Sunday, May 24.
Bibb County Coroner says "Stop the Killing"
Bibb County's coroner is taking a new approach to drawing attention to the rising number of homicides in the community.
UPDATE: Youth baseball tournament in Bleckley County canceled
A youth baseball tournament scheduled for Sunday and Monday will not take place after all.
Memorial Day ceremonies modified due to COVID-19
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Memorial Day in Middle Georgia is being celebrated differently this year because of COVID-19. Every year since the Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Milledgeville opened in 2001, there has been a Memorial Day ceremony in honor…
Pool sales skyrocket for Warner Robins company
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With Summer less than one month away and people canceling vacations because of the pandemic, one Warner Robins pool store says sales have skyrocketed. Amy Register, general manager of Mid State Pools and Spas, says…
Georgia Power encourages water, boating safety amid Memorial Day
MIDDLE GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT) -- It’s National Boat Week and Memorial Day weekend. That means local lakes may be filled with water enthusiasts. Georgia Power encourages water and boating safety amid the Monday holiday. The company along with other organizations across…
Daybreak Interview: 478 Sings United Competition entering redemption round
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In April, the United Way of Central Georgia, Mercer University Athletics, Visit Macon and 100.9 The Creek announced a new competition that highlights the musical talent in Middle Georgia while raising money for those in need…
Packers' Montravius Adams faces marijuana, driving charges
Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Montravius Adams has been arrested in Georgia this week and charged with marijuana and driving offenses.
Man shot while lying in bed
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An early morning shooting in Macon sent a man to the hospital Friday. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, it happened at Pendleton Homes on Houston Avenue just after 4 a.m. Deputies say the victim,…
Update: Shooting on Cynthia Ave kills one person, injures another
UPDATE: According to Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones, deceased victim identified as 38-yr-old Damond Stevens; 25-yr-old Jacorey Holloway of Macon, also shot during incident MACON, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting at an…
Macon church recognizes high school graduates with parade
A church recognized three Class of 2020 graduates with a parade Thursday night.
GHSA given the OK to resume restricted conditioning
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia High School Association has been given the OK to resume restricted conditioning on June 8. According to the Atlanta Journal Constitution, the board of Trustees gave executive director Robin Hines the green light after…
Middle Georgia heats up Friday
We saw a nice warm day in Middle Georgia, but we are going to crank the heat up as we head into the end of the week. A warm front is slowly lifting through the southeast this evening, which will…
Local agencies team up to feed county children
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Local agencies will team up to feed children throughout Bibb County on Friday. Leadership Macon, Butler Toyota and the Macon Chamber of Commerce sponsored a community-wide food drive to fulfill local food insecurities among children. The…
Investigation into Macon kidnapping rumor leads to 'solicitation of sodomy' arrest
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County deputies investigating a kidnapping rumor on Facebook end up arresting a Macon man for solicitation of sodomy. Deputies arrested Christopher Keys while investigating a personal armed robbery at the Regency Inn & Suites on…
Bibb commissioners look to support pay increases, regardless of budget
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County commissioners are considering pay increases for county workers. This comes days after Mayor Robert Reichert called for cuts due to a COVID-19 revenue shortfall. Commissioners discussed the mayor's plan at the Operation and Finance…
Northeast High School holds plant sale among COVID-19 changes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Northeast High School is holding its annual Horticulture Plant Sale with some changes this year. Flower lovers can purchase various plants from True Boston Ferns to vegetables, but must practice social distancing. No more than four…
Bibb School District trying not to furlough, may increase class sizes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County School District is working to avoid furloughs, as it puts together next school year's budget. District leaders expect less money coming from the state because of cuts related to COVID-19. Superintendent Dr. Curtis…
BREAKING: GBI makes new arrest in Ahmaud Arbery case
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation made a new arrest Thursday in connection to the Ahmaud Arbery case.
Two new COVID-19 testing sites in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - CVS Health is opening 23 new drive-thru testing sites throughout the state. On Thursday, Gov. Brian Kemp and CVS announced the plan to open the sites at select locations. During the announcement, Gov. Kemp spoke about…
Monroe County firefighters fired for cheating in instruction class
MONROE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two Monroe County firefighters have been fired. Officials with the Monroe County Emergency Services Staff say that the firefighters were caught cheating in an instruction class. According to a letter on the Monroe County Emergency Services…
Middle Georgia farmlands impacted by COVID-19
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia farmlands have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Officials say labor shortage has affected several farmers across the region, but help is on the way. Sonny Perdue, the US Secretary of Agriculture, announced the existence of…
Warner Robins shooting leaves victim hospitalized
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Warner Robins police chase following a shooting left the victim hospitalized and the suspect in custody. Warner Robins Police officers responded to 218 Stevens Street in reference to a person shot in the stomach…
Daybreak Interview: How to rebuild after losing your job
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Millions of Americans lost their jobs because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Trying to bounce back from that can be tough. Licensed therapist, D. Renee Smith, joined 41NBC News at Daybreak via Skype to share her advice…
Warm weather returns Thursday, with a few storms
A wedge front settled into the area today and kept us cool and cloudy. We also saw quite a bit of rainfall, especially in our southern counties. The large area of low pressure that has been bringing us cloud cover…
Facebook group spreads positivity during pandemic
The group has even received recognition from celebrity Chef Paula Dean.
Georgia HBCUs facing unique challenges amid pandemic
“It’s impacting minority institutions a bit harder,” Jonathan Swindell CEO of HBCU Hub said.
Macon physician: "I would not have any fears going to the hospital"
Some people are avoiding trips to the hospital in fear of COVID-19.
Lake Tobesofkee gets upgrades at all three parks
After years of discussing plans to revitalize Lake Tobesofkee, the time has come to start on the projects.
Kemp to announce new guidance soon for Georgia businesses
Gov. Brian Kemp says he plans to announce new guidance soon about reopening Georgia businesses closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
WRPD looking for man suspected of stealing car, kidnapping woman
The Warner Robins Police Department is looking for a man suspected of stealing a car and kidnapping a woman.
Macon Bacon in need of host families for Summer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon Bacon Baseball is looking for additional host families for the summer. The collegiate league is seasonal and pairs its players with families that live within a 30-minute drive from the ballpark. Brandon Raphael, president for…
Butler Toyota to host food drive Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- During the week of May 25, Bibb County Schools will not be able to feed its students. Butler Toyota will take the district’s place for the week. The car dealership, Leadership Macon and the Macon Chamber…
Johnson County teen hospitalized after shooting, GBI investigating
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation's Eastman Office has been asked to help the Johnson County Sheriff's Office investigate a shooting.
MORNING UPDATE: Man dead after domestic dispute, children found safe; Reichert recommends 10% budget cut, furloughs due to COVID-19
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Man dead after domestic dispute, children found safe Reichert recommends 10% budget cut, furloughs due to COVID-19 41NBC Acuweather Forecast: Showers and a few storms back…
Southeast All-American Sports to host first-ever soccer showcase
Its mission is to help players get recruited and earn a scholarship.
Unemployment creating more home businesses
According to the US Chamber of Commerce, 37 million Americans have filed for unemployment since February, including over 1.6 million in Georgia.
List of Houston County School District summer meal sites
The Houston County School District's School Nutrition Program will continue offering meals free of charge to children 18 and under through July 29.
Low pressure brings scattered storms to Middle Georgia this week
Rain cleared out of Middle Georgia through the day and we ended up with a pretty nice Monday. As we head into the rest of the week all eyes are on a large area of low pressure that is currently…
Is anti-malaria drug effective in fighting the coronavirus?
Hydroxychloroquine is an anti-malaria drug used on patients with Rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.
UPDATE: Man dead after domestic dispute, children found safe
Sergeant Linda Howard with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office says deputies answered a domestic call on Bob White Road.
Housing market picks up as coronavirus restrictions ease
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Lenders in the home buying market say business is starting to pick up as coronavirus restrictions ease in Georgia. Tara Purvis with Angel Oak Home Loans says this time of the year - spring into summer…
'Macon Gives A Shirt Campaign' to help small businesses
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - To aid small businesses through COVID-19, a local freelance designer is providing help with his Macon Gives a Shirt Campaign. Matt Smith and other designers started the campaign in April to partner with businesses with the…
'Meals On Wheels' launches senior chat program
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Meals on Wheels has launched a new project to help more elders during the pandemic with its senior chat program. A new initiative addresses the social isolation experience that elderly people face as they shelter in…
Congressional primary ballot mix-up might affect your vote
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A mix up in the Congressional Republican Primary might cost some citizens their votes. According to Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections members, they made an error which placed candidates on the wrong ballot. The error took…
Reichert recommends 10% budget cut, furloughs due to COVID-19
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon-Bibb County Mayor Robert Reichert recommended budget cuts and furloughs during his Fiscal Year 2021 budget presentation, which he called his "most difficult". Reichert said that the full impact of COVID-19 remains unknown, but he expects revenue…
Mary Persons announces Class of 2020 valedictorian, salutatorian
Mary Persons High School announced its Class of 2020 Valedictorian and Salutatorian Tuesday.
Historic Macon to sell Sidney Lanier Cottage
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Historic Macon plans to sell the Sidney Lanier Cottage House within the next nine to 12 months. Executive Director Ethiel Garlington says the cottage will sell as a private, single family home. Once sold, it will no…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores May 11-15
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 11 and Friday, May 15.