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.
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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.
MORNING UPDATE: Early morning fire causes damage to three structures in Macon; Warner Robins teen hospitalized after Monday night shooting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Early morning fire causes damage to three structures in Macon Warner Robins teen hospitalized after Monday night shooting 41NBC Acuweather Forecast: Scattered showers forecast all week…
Early morning fire causes damage to three structures in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An early morning fire causes damage to three structures in Macon. According to Macon-Bibb Fire Chief, Marvin Riggins, the fire started just after 5 a.m. Tuesday on Pebble and 2nd streets. Riggins said one of the…
Warner Robins teen hospitalized after Monday night shooting
A Warner Robins teenager is being treated at the hospital after being shot in the leg Monday night.
Rain and storms linger overnight, but much of Tuesday should be dry
Rain and storms are still hanging around Middle Georgia this evening. You can expect to see a few more storms ahead of a cold front moving through by tomorrow morning. Through the day on Tuesday we will see some clearing…
New visitor's center will change Warner Robins economy
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Warner Robins city council met Monday to discuss the construction of a new visitor information center coming to the city. Not to be confused with the EL Greenway Welcome Center by Robins Air Force…
Big Brothers Big Sisters helping parents with childcare needs
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia announce a new program to help families in need. The program known as Operation Summer Help assists parents in providing safe childcare options during the summer months.…
MTA opening up its Transit Station, routes operating normally
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon-Bibb Transit Authority is starting to open its transit station. "We've relied on the science and we've relied on the experts. But then when the governor came in and changed the rules for Georgia, we felt…
UPDATE: Treutlen County Schools postpones graduation
The Treutlen County School District announced in a Facebook post Monday it is postponing its scheduled May 24 ceremony.
Victim dies in Sandersville house fire
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Sandersville police and fire departments are reporting the town's fourth fire in three weeks, and this one was deadly. According to a post from the Sandersville Police Facebook page, the fire happened around 5:30 Monday…
Man charged with murder, rape of woman outside Daybreak
55-year-old Kenny Whitehead now has additional charges following the discovery of a woman's body outside the Daybreak center Sunday.
Chris Floore Named Government Communicator of the Year
On May 14, PR Daily announced the winners of its Communicators of the Year program. Chris Floore -- Public Affairs for Macon-Bibb County -- was named Government Communicator of the Year. Floore received the same recognition in 2019 when the…
Crawford County gets new 4-way stop, use caution
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- On Tuesday, Highway 42 South at the intersections of Marshall Mill and Taylors Mill Road will become a four way stop. This news release comes from the Crawford County Sheriff's Office. Deputies urge Crawford County residents…
Local churches, nonprofit provide 2 options for free COVID-19 testing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Three Macon churches alongside the Community Empowerment Center partnered to provide free COVID-19 testing. On Saturday, residents drove through the parking lots of both Unionville Baptist and Bibb Mt. Zion Baptist Church seeking results. “If you’re…
Little Richard House reopens in his memory
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Little Richard House reopens, honoring his memory. This comes almost a week after the rock-n-roll legend's passing. The Little Richard House in Macon wants to keep his memory and spirit alive. Representatives say fans and friends…
Man gets pinned under SUV after traffic accident in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A traffic accident in Macon left one man seriously injured after he tried to help another man in the roadway. Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators say the accident happened on I-475 at the Tucker Road overpass around…
MORNING UPDATE: Man arrested following River Walk Apartments homicide; Bibb deputies investigate after reports of public intercourse with corpse
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Man arrested following River Walk Apartments homicide Bibb deputies investigate after reports of public intercourse with corpse 41NBC Acuweather Forecast: Active weather across southeast
A few strong storms possible Monday in Middle Georgia
We have seen a few storms push through Middle Georgia after a hot day. These showers will help cool things down a bit with our lows still warm in the upper 60's. Tomorrow will bring a chance for strong to…
Hawkinsville High graduation scheduled for Thursday, June 4
Hawkinsville High School's Class of 2020 will graduate on Thursday, June 4.
GBI: Man in critical condition after officer-involved shooting in Forsyth
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened Saturday night.