MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two Middle Georgia men got the chance to compete for cash and show the world what they've got. Retired Marine Micheal Oglesby and his nephew Jahmar Tate -- a school counselor -- were contestants NBC's game…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators need your help finding a Macon man wanted for selling fake car parts. Investigators are looking for 30-year-old Timothy Sherrod Harden for Theft by Deception. Investigators determined that between October 2019 and…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Medical Center Navicent Health has made changes to parts of its essential visitation policy. This is according to a news release from the healthcare provider. The news release states that Navicent made the decision after reviewing…
Bibb County deputies are "actively searching" for a man accused of assaulting a Macon-Bibb Commissioner's husband.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Nala is a 7 year old lab/pitbull mix. She’s a sweet, shy and playful. She’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt her at All About Animals Rescue in Macon. Anyone that goes…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — According to Mentalhealth.gov, 1 in 25 Americans live with a serious mental illness. Licensed therapist, D. Renee Smith, joined 41NBC News at Daybreak via Skype to share what the difference is between mental illness and mental…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man is dead after a gun accidentally shot him in the face. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 29-year-old Wesley Faulks and his friend, 28-year-old Tevin Pleas, were showing each other their new…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Man dies after drowning in Lake Tobesofee at Claystone Park Middle Georgia churches offering free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Community Empowerment Center and Community Church of God in Macon are partnering with several churches in Middle Georgia to offer free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing. Testing is being offered at the following churches: Bethel Missionary Baptist…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is dead after drowning in Lake Tobesofkee in Macon Wednesday night. According to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 49 year old Christopher King was thrown off the boat he was…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Middle Georgia Black Pages and the Urban CEO want to assist local black businesses affected by COVID-19. They created the Black Business Support Fund to help black business owners. The Community Foundation of Central Georgia and…
TOOMSBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Phones lines have been busy for Toomsboro officials as people want to buy the city. Mayor Joyce Denson says people have it all wrong. The small town of Toomsboro -- population nearly 500 -- was listed…
There was a socially distanced crowd of 15-hundred people at Grayson Stadium.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Solid Waste Department is on a mission to stop illegal dumping in Bibb County communities. Sanitation crews spent Tuesday cleaning Bells Terrace street in Unionville after it was reported that more trash, scraps, and abandoned…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- With school out for summer, food insecurities become a bigger problem for low-income households. For that reason, the PepsiCo Foundation’s Food for Good program partnered with the USDA and Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty. Together,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Middle Georgia Regional Library needs equipment donations for a Memory Lab that will enable community members to access free, publicly-available, self-service digital conversion. “Donations to the Memory Lab make family and community histories accessible to future…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County is postponing the 26th annual Sparks Over the Park Independence Day Celebration at Lake Tobesofkee due to COVID-19 concerns and the rise of cases in Macon-Bibb County and Georgia. “Even though Georgia has relaxed…
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- The City of Cochran is honoring those who have served our country in a unique way for the Fourth of July amid the pandemic. For the past three years, Sam Barrs has placed large American flags around…
After a few mostly dry days in Middle Georgia, storms rolled back in this afternoon. Most of us saw just rain, but at least my garden is happy. Tomorrow will bring our next chance of severe storms. Main threats with…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man wanted for a Baldwin County murder is now behind bars. According to a news release from the Baldwin County Sheriff's Office, deputies arrested Dequanis Parks Tuesday morning in Newton County, Georgia. Parks was wanted…
Fort Valley Police say 28-year-old Dominique Towns, who was last seen last week, was found dead Tuesday.
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Citizens of Byron have had it with the city’s rising water cost. Byron resident Michelle Chafin said, “Last year they sent out a notice stating that they were putting in new pipes at the beginning of…
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT)- As more people get ready for the holiday weekend, law enforcement agencies are urging residents to stay safe. The Fourth of July ranks as one of the most dangerous days of the year. According to MoneyGeek's analysis,…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In an effort to reopen schools, the Baldwin County School District is holding a virtual town hall meeting. This will be the third gathering Dr. Noris Price -- the Baldwin County School Superintendent -- will lead,…
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin city hall closed Tuesday and will stay closed until Monday, July 6th. According to a notice on the city's Facebook page, a city employee came in contact with someone who has COVID-19. The city is…
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, June 22 and Friday, June 26.
It was a scorcher across Middle Georgia today, with highs in the mid 90's and "feels like" temps in the 100's! High pressure to our south will continue to pump Gulf moisture into the area, which means humidity will be…
The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority announced Monday it is closing the Terminal Station on Monday, July 6 until further notice.
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- Fourth of July fireworks are scary for pets and local animal shelters ask that pet owners to make plans before the holiday. The Bibb County Animal Services office says they see a surge in the number calls…
The Baldwin County School District is using virtual town halls to explore various reopening strategies to start the upcoming school year during the coronavirus pandemic. The town halls are scheduled for Tuesday, June 30th at noon and 5:30 p.m. All…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District’s Transportation Department is holding a job fair. The job fair happens on Tuesday, June 30 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Rose’s Discount Store at 3856 Pio Nono Ave.…
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - One man is shot to death after an argument at Dublin Walmart. Dublin Police say they responded to the Walmart parking lot just after 10 p.m. Sunday. Upon arrival, officers found 28-year-old Kristopher O' Neal dead…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Mercer wants to inspire its Macon campus by adding a sculpture commemorating the university's 1963 integration. Mercer University staff hopes the sculpture will help strengthen diversity efforts. The university has a committee that will find an…
The Macon Mayhem hockey team announced a new ownership group Monday.
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Central Georgia Technical College announced its plan to offer in-person courses and labs during its Fall semester 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a news release from CGTC, the plan details procedures for…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Film Festival officials plan to offer a hybrid film festival with both online and in-person events August 13 -- 30. According to a news release from Visit Macon, event-goers will be able to stream the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney David Cooke says deputies were justified in the use of force that resulted in the death of 30-year-old Keith Young. This comes after a GBI investigation. According to a news release,…
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia reported more than 2,200 additional COVID-19 cases Sunday, a new high of daily reported cases as confirmed infections continue to rise. The number of reported cases on Sunday eclipsed the previous highest daily total of 1,990…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority will not be running buses on July Fourth. According to news release from the Transit Authority, all bus service (fixed route and paratransit) will be suspended on Saturday, July 4th in…
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Dublin Police are investigating a deadly shooting outside of the Dublin Walmart, late Sunday night. According to Police Chief Tim Chatman, police received a call about a person shot around 10 p.m. Chief Chatman says the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – According to the American Cancer Society, women in the United States have a 1 in 8 chance of developing breast cancer sometime in their lifetime. Having surgery to remove a cancerous tumor can be life saver…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the following stories: Man arrested for carjacking, stealing cell phone from friend Man dies in Macon motorcycle crash 41NBC Acuweather Forecast: Triple digit heat indices expected by afternoon…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man who held his friend at gunpoint and stole his car and cell phone is now behind bars. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, a friend of 22 year old Edward Flowers gave him…
The Fort Valley Police Department needs your help finding a missing man.
Three people were taken to the hospital early Sunday morning after being shot.
A Macon man died Saturday after crashing a motorcycle.
The City of Eastman is closing its city hall, police and fire departments until further notice based on the recent surge in COVID-19 cases.
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- You and your family can catch Toy Story 4 on the big screen in Baldwin County. Milledgeville Main Street, the Twin Lakes Library System, and Allied Arts are hosting the Downtown Drive-in Movie. The movie will…
Former Macon-Bibb mayoral candidate Marc Whitfield is endorsing Lester Miller.
More than 100 children, parents and staff members will participate in a closing parade on Friday, June 25 as part of Camp Zion's 20th annual closing ceremony.