Middle Georgia Regional Library System closing until April 1
The Middle Georgia Regional Library is suspending services due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Kemp, GHCA urge long-term care facilities to restrict visitors, volunteers
Georgia governor Brian Kemp and the Georgia Health Care Association are urging the state's long-term care facilities to restrict all visitors, volunteers and non-essential personnel in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Georgia National Guard activated to combat COVID-19
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– Governor Kemp called on the Georgia National Guard to combat the spread of COVID-19 in the state. He issued the order on Saturday. In the executive order, Kemp authorized Adjutant General Tom Carden to call up as…
Governor Kemp declares public health emergency
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In an unprecedented move, Governor Kemp placed Georgia under a public health emergency over the weekend. During a news conference on Saturday, Kemp said the declaration will help health and emergency management officials across the state…
Georgia Power vows to continue service amid COVID-19 outbreak
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia Power announced in a press release that operations and service will go on without interruption as the COVID-19 novel coronavirus continues to spread. Paul Bowers, chairman, president and CEO of Georgia Power said in a…
Bibb County Schools to close indefinitely after Monday, March 16th
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Schools will close indefinitely after Monday, March 16th. The closing is in response to concerns over the spread of COVID-19, or the coronavirus, in the Georgia. According to Stephanie Hartley, the Director of Communications…
Macon Water Authority suspends customer disconnections
The Macon Water Authority is temporarily suspending residential customer disconnections starting Monday, March 16 "until further notice."
Man in critical condition after north Macon motorcycle crash
A man is in critical condition after a motorcycle crash Sunday night.
Deputies: Man holds knife to Academy employee's side, steals gun
A man is in custody after Bibb County Sheriff's Office deputies say he robbed Academy Sports + Outdoors on Eisenhower Parkway Saturday night.
Zoo Atlanta closing through end of March
Zoo Atlanta closed to the public at 5:30 on Saturday, March 14 and will remain closed through March 31 "at a minimum."
Police: Teen dead, man injured in Milledgeville shooting
Milledgeville Police say a teenager was killed and another man was taken to the hospital after a shooting early Saturday morning.
HOCO's Addy Galason signs letter of intent to play soccer at Truett McConnell University
Galason inked a letter of intent Friday.
Kemp addressing state's emergency response at 10 a.m. Saturday
Georgia governor Brian Kemp will address the state's emergency response to COVID-19 and public health emergency declaration on Saturday, March 14.
Hands of Grace helps more than 300 people in need
Hands of Grace Medical Clinic partnered with Middle Georgia Food Bank Friday to supply more than 300 people with free haircuts, medical care and meals.
Houston County Board of Elections: 'We expect to see a small decline in voters' Saturday
Despite several news reports on how to prevent catching COVID-19, many people are still in fear.
Middle Georgia Hospitals Implements New Visitor Restrictions
Health officials continue to take precautions to keep patients, guests and colleagues safe.
Man convicted of holding men at gunpoint, stealing money
A Houston County man was convicted of multiple crimes by a jury on Thursday.
Macon man arrested for February murder
A man connected to a murder last month in Macon was caught in Houston County Friday afternoon.
Cherry Blossom Festival Canceled
Festival canceled for the first time in history.
UPDATE: Man killed on Gray Highway
A man is dead after deputies say he was hit by a vehicle on Gray Highway Friday night.
Full list of school closings due to COVID-19 threat
(UPDATE Friday, March 13 at 7:45 p.m.) - Several Middle Georgia school districts and college campuses are making schedule adjustments due to the threat of COVID-19.
Bibb School District closing schools to students starting Wednesday
Bibb County Schools will be closed for at least three days next week starting Wednesday, March 18.
Central Georgia Tech moving most classes to online, distance formats
Central Georgia Technical College will transition "almost all" instruction to online or distance education format effectively immediately through March 27.
Quarantine Space Under Construction in Middle Georgia
Space under construction on the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in Monroe County.
President Trump declares national emergency
WASHINGTON, DC (AP) -- President Donald Trump has announced that he officially declared a national emergency over the new coronavirus. The president spoke at Rose Garden press conference and said no resource will be spared in responding to the virus.…
Washington County Jail adjusts intake policy due to Coronavirus
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Washington County Jail is adjusting their intake procedure in response to Covid-19. They will now include screening questions about recent travel to areas experiencing outbreaks. They will also ask inmates about contact with infected people. Jailers…
Railroad crossing upgrades for 3 Middle Georgia counties
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Railroad crossings in Bibb, Peach, and Macon counties are about to get some upgrades. The Georgia Department of Transportation has contracted Peek Pavement Making, LLC to bring 38 crossings up to federally-required standards. A news release…
Jones County Schools closed March 16-20
Jones County Schools will be closed Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 20.
Monroe County Schools closing March 16-20
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Monroe County Schools will be closed from Monday, Mar. 16 to Friday, Mar. 20 due to the coronavirus precautions. This comes from a Monroe County Schools news release. During the week-long closure, school officials say students…
Brentwood School in Sandersville closed through April 10
Brentwood School in Sandersville is closed through Friday, April 10.
Hancock County Schools closing March 16-20
The Hancock County School District will be closed for one week starting Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 20.
Dooly County Schools closing for two weeks starting March 16
The Dooly County School District will close all schools starting Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 27.
Perry cancels events through April 2020 due to COVID-19
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Perry officials decided to cancel all of their events through April 2020. This is according to the news release from the City of Perry. Events affected by the cancellation include: Perry International Festival – March…
Bibb Athletics suspends games, practices due to COVID-19
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -– All Bibb Athletics activities will be suspended due to the coronavirus effective Saturday, Mar 14. This is according to a news release from the Bibb County School District. The suspension includes games and practices. However, activities…
Six Flags Over Georgia closing through March
Six Flags Over Georgia will temporarily close due to the threat of COVID-19, commonly known as coronavirus.
2020 Cherry Blossom Festival canceled due to COVID-19 outbreak
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cherry Blossom organizers announced Friday that they are canceling all of its events. The announcement comes after mass cancellations and suspensions across the country due to COVID-19. The Department of Public Health says there are 42…
2020 Masters Tournament postponed
AUGUSTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 2020 Masters Golf Tournament will be postponed until further notice. This is according to a Twitter post from the Augusta National Golf Club. Statement from Chairman Ridley: "Considering the latest information and expert analysis, we…
Howard girls soccer beats West Laurens, 2-1
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Howard High School's girls' soccer team was searching for their first win of the season against the West Laurens Raiders on Thursday. The Huskies came into the contest 2-2 in the region after a 2-0 loss…
Warner Robins defensive end Victor Burley receives offer from BAMA
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Warner Robins defensive end Victor Burley has received offers to play football at some of the top D-1 schools in the country. Standing 6-foot-4, the 255-pound freshman got his first offer from the University of…
Washington County Schools close through Tuesday, March 17th
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — According to the Washington County Public Schools Facebook page, all schools will be closed to students and staff through Tuesday, March 17th. According to the release on the school district's Facebook page, the school district made…
Wesleyan College extends spring break as coronavirus precaution
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Wesleyan College students will have a longer spring break while the campus prepares for coronavirus impacts. All in-person classes and college sponsored activities resume Sunday, March 22nd. In an online statement, University President Vivia Fowler says,…
Washington County schools closed through Tuesday, March 17
All Washington County School District schools will be closed to staff and students through Tuesday, March 17 according to a district release.
2020 Forsythia Festival suspended 'until further notice'
The 2020 Forsythia Festival scheduled for this weekend has been suspended according to a release from the Forsyth-Monroe Chamber of Commerce.
Mercer spring athletics suspended through March 30
All Mercer University spring athletics are suspended through March 30 following a decision Thursday by the Southern Conference.
Bibb coroner accepting donations for 5-month-old’s funeral
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones says he is accepting donations for a 5-month-old’s funeral. The child’s mother and her boyfriend are charged with murder. Checks should be made out to Bentley & Sons Funeral Home and…
Doctors research whether warmer weather will impact COVID-19
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As warmer weather approaches, the North Central Health District reminds people that it does not mean COVID-19 will disappear. Michael Hokanson calls COVID-19 “a new strain of the virus.” That means there is no historical data…
Dublin's St. Patrick's festivities canceled due to coronavirus
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- With events canceling nationwide due to the coronavirus, Dublin event organizers are following suit. Currently, health officials say there are no cases of the coronavirus in Laurens County. Rebecca Johnson, executive director of the Visit Dublin…
Hancock County Health Department opens new facility in Sparta
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Community leaders and residents got a chance to tour the newly renovated Hancock County Health Department on Thursday. Hancock County nurse Shirley Tucker says the improvements made during the renovations created more features and programs to…
University System of Georgia temporarily suspends classes for 2 weeks
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- All University System of Georgia institutions are being temporarily suspended starting Monday, Mar. 16. This is according to a news release from the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. The news release states…
Georgia moves closer to major overhaul of HIV criminal law
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia lawmakers are advancing legislation that would dramatically overhaul a state law that makes it a crime for people to have sex without first disclosing they have HIV. Advocates say the change would be a milestone in…