Macon students showcase creativity at Mentors Project tea party
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local organization is celebrating creativity and confidence through a unique event. The Mentors Project hosted its annual tea party at the Tubman…
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Cherry Blossom Festival continues with Heroes Day, concerts in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cherry Blossom Festival events continued Monday, featuring themed activities, live music and special discounts for first responders and military members. Third Street…
Macon’s famous pink poodle draws crowds during Cherry Blossom Festival
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A pink poodle named Cherry is once again drawing attention during Macon's Cherry Blossom Festival, continuing a decades-long tradition that brings smiles…
Tuesday to bring a drop in temperature
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A cold front passing through Georgia tonight will drop temperatures and may spawn a handful of showers. This Evening There’s been plenty of heat and sun to get the new work week started. A cold front…
Milledgeville woman with cerebral palsy goes viral ahead of special needs prom
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 22-year-old woman with cerebral palsy is preparing for a prom she never thought possible. After asking for help on…
UPDATE: Second arrest made in 2022 Macon apartment death investigation
UPDATE (3/23/26): The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says a second arrest has been made in connection with a 2022 death investigation at Riverbank Apartments. According…
Crimestoppers seeking man wanted for identity fraud in Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon Regional Crime Stoppers is spotlighting five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies across Middle Georgia as part of its ongoing effort…
KIHOMAC opens new 150,000 sq. ft. facility in Warner Robins, bringing jobs to Middle Georgia
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The company held a grand opening ceremony Monday at its 150,000-square-foot site on Lightning Way. While…
Oklahoma man accused of killing twin sister, 17-month-old child arrested in Monroe County
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An Oklahoma man wanted in a double homicide case was arrested Sunday in Monroe County, according to the…
Recall Watch List: Major recalls announced for appliances, vehicles, and household products
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Several popular household products and vehicles are being recalled nationwide over safety concerns. From kitchen appliances to cars and children’s…
Deputies: 2 hospitalized after being shot in Macon Saturday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two people were injured in a shooting Saturday night in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. A news release says deputies…
Macon’s Cherry Blossom Festival begins under sunny skies
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 44th Cherry Blossom Festival is underway in Macon, bringing a sea of pink to Carolyn Crayton Park as people celebrate the first day…
Bibb Schools leaders considering cuts, rezoning in budget planning
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County School District leaders are beginning early planning for the 2027 budget, with projections showing declining enrollment and potential cuts. District leaders…
Georgia’s American Journey: Wesleyan College and the fight for women’s education
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As America celebrates 250 years, one local landmark stands out for its bold role in breaking barriers: Wesleyan College. It's the first…
The Four Tops keep the Motown legacy alive in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With a career spanning generations, the group has produced some of the most recognizable songs in music history, including “I Can’t Help…
The Temptations bring timeless Motown sound to Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Known for a catalog of timeless hits and signature choreography, the group continues to captivate audiences decades after first rising to fame. With classics…
Kemp says he'll sign bill suspending Georgia gas tax
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia drivers could soon see relief at the pump, according to Gov. Brian Kemp, who says a newly passed bill will suspend the state's motor fuel tax. In a Facebook post Thursday, Kemp said House Bill…
Cherry Blossom Festival debuts new events, returning traditions
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The 44th International Cherry Blossom Festival will return to Macon from March 20–29, bringing a wide range of events and attractions to the Cherry…
Monk who lost leg in crash receives prosthetic from Mercer team
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Buddhist monk is continuing to spread a message of peace after a life changing accident cut his journey short. Dam…
Pink Pancake Breakfast returns for Cherry Blossom Festival
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department will partner with the Macon Bacon to host its annual Pink Pancake Breakfast, a Cherry Blossom Festival tradition.…
Plenty of warmth for opening day of the Cherry Blossom Festival
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures should climb back above average Friday afternoon as the 44th Cherry Blossom Festival begins in Macon. This Evening A pleasant sunny afternoon will become a clear and chilly night. The wind will remain light and…
Pulaski County Middle School expands robotics program for students
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Pulaski County Middle School is expanding robotics opportunities for students in Pulaski County. Pulaski County Middle School fifth-eighth grade teacher Dr. Marie Collins…
Weekend Watch | The Pinkest Party on Earth: Your guide to the Cherry Blossom Festival kickoff weekend (and more spring family activities)
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It's almost time for the pinkest party on Earth! Friday…
Body found in Macon storage unit during missing person investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A person was found dead inside a storage unit on Wednesday night, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said investigators responded to 10 Federal Storage units at 4100 Riverside Drive while investigating…
GBI: Former Wilkinson County JROTC teacher arrested after investigation
WILKINSON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Dublin man and former Wilkinson County High School JROTC teacher has been arrested following an investigation into allegations involving a student,…
NWS now confirms eight Middle Georgia tornadoes during March 12 storms
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The National Weather Service now confirms eight tornadoes touched down across Middle Georgia during severe storms on Thursday, March 12, increasing the total from three previously reported by the NWS. The update adds to initial survey…
Temperatures and pollen climb more Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A gradual warmup of temperatures into the weekend will be more noticeable Thursday afternoon. This Evening A mostly sunny and cool afternoon will become another clear and chilly night across Middle Georgia. Temperatures will drop into…
GBI: Butler man charged with five counts of child molestation
BUTLER, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Butler man has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of child molestation following two separate investigations, according to the Georgia…
Georgia bill would put 988 hotline on student ID badges
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A bill aimed at increasing mental health awareness among students is gaining support at the state capitol. House Bill 1045, known as…
PETA brings virtual reality animal testing simulator to Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - peta2, an offshoot of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) aimed at reaching young people, according to their website, brought what…
38-year-old woman hospitalized after Tuesday night shooting in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is in stable condition after being shot Tuesday night in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Deputies say the…
New playroom opens for kids at Macon children’s hospital
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new space designed just for kids is now open at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital in Macon. The…
UPDATE: Deputies identify pedestrian killed in early morning crash on Hawkinsville Road
UPDATE: Bibb County deputies identify the bicyclist struck and killed Wednesday as 43-year-old Michael Anthony Hill. ORIGINAL STORY: MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - According to deputies, the incident happened around 5:21 a.m. along Hawkinsville Road near the intersection of Avondale Mill…
38 arrests made during Twiggs County's 'Operation Wrong Exit'
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Dozens of arrests were made during a weekend DUI enforcement operation in Twiggs CountY. In a news release Tuesday, the sheriff's office said…
Cooke leads in District 5 special election, runoff still possible
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Andrea Cooke is leading in the special election for the Macon-Bibb County Commission District 5 seat, but a runoff remains possible as…
Bibb County deputy charged with incest, cruelty to children
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputy and his wife have been arrested on multiple charges following an investigation by the Jones County Sheriff’s…
BBB warns Middle Georgia residents about contractor scams after storms
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Better Business Bureau of Central Georgia is urging the public to exercise caution when hiring a contractor to repair damages following recent…
EF-0 tornado confirmed in Macon Monday morning
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Monday morning's severe storms brought an EF-0 tornado through parts of North Macon. The tornado first touched down just to the north of Vista Circle…
Chilly conditions continue Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will still be close to 15 degrees below average Wednesday afternoon. This Evening The coldest night of the week is expected overnight tonight into tomorrow. A few clouds will move in through the overnight hours…
Macon-Bibb County Fire Department celebrates arrival of 8 new fire engines
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb County Fire department officially welcomed eight new fire engines into service during a traditional push-in ceremony on Tuesday. The new engines will be placed into service at stations 5, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15,…
Daybreak raises more than $322,000 during annual Sleepout
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Daybreak has announced the total raised during its annual Sleepout event, revealing that the organization brought in $322,663 to support its efforts. Leaders with…
Salvation Army provides meals to Marshallville residents after tornado damage
MARSHALVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Salvation Army assisted residents in Marshallville after an EF2 tornado caused significant damage early Thursday morning. According to the National Weather Service,…
Cuts, closures, tax increase: Bibb County Schools face tough budget decisions
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County Board of Education is beginning early planning for its Fiscal Year 2027 budget, with district leaders outlining financial challenges tied to declining enrollment and rising costs. According to a meeting summary from the school…
Polls open for Bibb County Commission District 5 special election
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Voters in Bibb County’s Commission District 5 are heading to the polls today (Tuesday, March 17) for a special election to fill a vacant seat on the county commission. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to…
Deputies: High-speed chase during Twiggs County DUI checkpoint ends with armed felon’s arrest
TWIGGS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A high-speed chase during a DUI checkpoint operation in Twiggs County ended with the arrest of an armed convicted felon Saturday night, according to the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office. In a Facebook post Monday, deputies…
Storms leave damage in Baldwin and Bibb Counties
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Storms and tornado warnings moved through Middle Georgia Monday morning, leaving damage in several areas including Baldwin County and Macon. In Baldwin County, a…
Sub-freezing temperatures return overnight
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The powerful cold front responsible for severe storms this morning will drop temperatures below freezing by tomorrow morning. This Evening and Overnight Temperatures are already dropping around Middle Georgia thanks to powerful northwesterly winds. Gusts will…
Gavin Adcock to perform at Atrium Health Amphitheater in Macon this fall
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Country music artist Gavin Adcock will bring his "The Day I Hang It Up Tour 2026" to the Atrium Health…
GSP: One person dead after weekend crash at Houston County intersection
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - One person died after a two-vehicle crash Saturday afternoon at a Houston County intersection, according to the Georgia State Patrol. In…
Storm damage reported across Bibb and Baldwin counties after storms
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Crews across parts of Middle Georgia responded Monday morning to storm damage, including fallen trees, blocked roads, and…