Dog of the week: Dawson
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Dawson isa 2 and half year old American Staffordshire terrier mix. He’s sweet, playful and gets along with other dogs. He’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt him at All About Animals…
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Middle Georgia heats up this weekend
Well our respite from the heat and humidity begins coming to a close tomorrow across much of Middle Georgia. Sunshine, highs in the upper 80's/low 90's, and increased humidity will lead to a chance for isolated showers and thunderstorms through…
COVID-19 numbers increase in Middle Georgia after reopening
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The number of new COVID-19 cases is still increasing in Middle Georgia. The Department of Public Health as well as local doctors say they see peaks in positive COVID-19 cases in Middle Georgia. This is in…
Local organizations plan to connect communities with new walking trails
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon is joining several major cities to make a commitment to reimagining how people come together. The local team envisions connecting communities around the city with new walking trails. The Ocmulgee Heritage Trail is one of…
First responders remove alligator from Central City Park
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After multiple alligator sightings in Macon, first responders partnered to locate and remove the reptile from the area. Nuisance Wildlife Trapper Billy Mclean says he received several calls about an alligator in Central City Park. After…
Macon church continues COVID-19 testing, fewer people seeking test
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Medical professionals say the number of people getting tested for COVID-19 is declining, but that isn't stopping one Macon church. Wednesday, Macedonia Baptist Church in Macon set up a drive-thru testing site from 10 a.m. until…
Reward offered for historic building fire ruled as arson
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The State Fire Marshall's Office is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to a conviction in an arson case. The incident happened at 118 E. Beech Street in Cochran. The State Fire Marshal's office ruled…
Man shot to death in parking lot of bar in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A fight at a bar in Macon leads to a man being shot and killed Wednesday night. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 25 year old Devonate Tennyson and private security guards at Midtown Daiquri…
Scattered storms return to Middle Georgia Thursday
We have had another great day across Middle Georgia, with plenty of sunshine this afternoon and highs well below normal. Once again, we can thank the upper level low for keeping us cool and dry, but changes are on the…
Community opposes new alcohol license for store on Pio Nono Avenue
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Plans for a new alcohol license for a convenience store on Pio Nono Avenue came to a halt after the commissioners tabled the item Tuesday. However, some community members say the area doesn't need another store…
'How offended are you now': More vandalism reported in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Vandals defaced a Confederate statue and sprayed graffiti in Tattnall Square Park Wednesday. Bibb County Parks & Beautification crews cleaned up the damage. Many phrases like "Black Lives Matter" and “How offended are you now” were…
Teen wanted in connection with murder in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators need the public’s help locating a suspect wanted in connection with a homicide that happened at the intersection of Houston Ave. and Cynthia Ave. near Bowden Homes apartments. Investigators need to know…
Monroe County Reporter co-owner breaks silence about partner Will Davis
Monroe County Reporter co-owner Robert Williams Jr. has broken his silence about his partner Will Davis.
Bibb Sheriff's deputies need public’s help in credit card fraud investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators need the public’s help finding and identifying two people in connection with a financial transaction card fraud investigation. Deputies say a stolen debit card was reported used on April 30 at the…
Vandals deface Confederate statue in downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A statue in downtown Macon is one of the latest targets on a growing list of acts of civil protest. Wednesday, county crews were at the Confederate monument on Cotton Avenue and 2nd St. removing the…
Two men wanted for armed robbery at Subway in Byron
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Byron police are looking for two men who they say robbed a Subway restaurant at gunpoint Sunday night. According to a post on the Byron Police Department's Facebook page, the two men entered the restaurant with a…
MORNING UPDATE: Bibb County Sheriff David Davis explains policing protocol; Macon-Bibb Commissioners approve July 4 fireworks celebration
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Bibb County Sheriff David Davis explains policing protocol Macon-Bibb Commissioners approve July 4 fireworks celebration 41NBC Acuweather update: Cool again today, but hot weather is on…
Macon-Bibb Commissioners approve July 4 fireworks celebration
Fireworks will light up the night sky over Lake Tobesofkee on Saturday, July 4.
Former Macon-Bibb mayoral candidate Sullivan endorses Miller
Former candidate for Macon-Bibb Mayor Blake Sullivan is endorsing Lester Miller.
Another cool day on the way for Middle Georgia
Good evening! What a great fall day it was across Middle Georgia today! Temperatures stayed about 15-20 degrees cooler than normal today, under the influence of an upper level closed low and a wedge front. We will keep both of…
Bibb County Sheriff David Davis explains policing protocol
Another viral video sweeping the nation of an officer-involved shooting resulting in the death of a black man has many questioning police departments all over the country.
Facebook group connecting those in need during the pandemic
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Facebook group called HelpIn is uniting people with similar struggles during the pandemic. Tammy Tucker from Warner Robins had been out of work after being diagnosed with COVID-19. She says a pipe burst underneath…
Warner Robins teachers surprise top readers
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Teachers at Westside Elementary in Warner Robins didn't let COVID-19 stop them from surprising nearly 30 top readers. The teachers went to each students' home and presented them with Top Reader yard signs. Top readers…
Historic Downtown Perry small businesses awarded Resiliency Grant
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Small business owners in Historic Downtown Perry got a monetary boost from Perry's Main Street program. Nineteen businesses received over $4,700 in grant money awarded by the Perry Main Street Advisory Board. The Main Street program…
Middle Georgia's Museum of Aviation set to reopen to public
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Museum of Aviation will reopen to the public, Wednesday morning. Upon reopening, the museum will enforce safety measures to minimize the spread of coronavirus. Darlene McLendon, the president and CEO of the Museum of…
Saint Paul AME Church holds grocery giveaway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- With the pandemic causing layoffs across Middle Georgia, Saint Paul AME Church provided relief for some residents. The church gave away groceries on Tuesday to continue making a difference in the community. Dr. Kevin T. Moore…
'This is a coward’s act': Sheriff responds to graffiti on MLK signs, Tubman grounds
Macon-Bibb officials say several Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard signs and the pavement at the Tubman Museum were vandalized on Sunday.
Navicent Health allows visitors after policy changes, reviewing COVID-19 data
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- This week, a local hospital is allowing visitors in some areas of their facilities after reviewing coronavirus data. Navicent Health will change portions of its essential visitation policy, which began in March when COVID-19 prevention started.…
GEICO looking to hire 200 at Macon office
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - If you are searching for a job, GEICO's Macon office is looking to fill 200 positions over the next two months. The Macon location is hiring Sales Representatives, Claims Service Representatives and Emergency Roadside Service Representatives.…
Local businesses take steps toward reopening
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– More local businesses are taking precautionary steps toward reopening. Many shop owners plan to use the “Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19” to govern their reopening. Spatique owner Darlene Williams says customers will experience a number of…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores June 8-12
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, June 8 and Friday, June 12.
Cool temps and low humidity stick around Middle Georgia
Well, maybe it is just me, but I am not complaining about the temps we are seeing across Middle Georgia today. We can thank the upper level low and wedge front for combining their powers and creating a really nice…
The impact of defunding police in Middle Georgia
Defunding would mean less money put towards weapons and vehicles for police officers.
'I thought it was funny': Commissioner Lucas defends Facebook post
Macon-Bibb Commissioner Elaine Lucas says she doesn't have any regrets about recent posts she's made on Facebook.
Local newspaper co-owner, editor faces calls to step down
Activists are requesting for Monroe County Reporter co-owner and editor Will Davis to step down from his position after they say he made controversial comments on social media and other online outlets.
Baldwin County Regional Airport makes space for additional planes
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- After two years of discussion, the Baldwin County Regional Airport has made space for more aircrafts. The regional airport built a new ramp where planes can park and a new area for the construction of hangers.…
Authorities arrest Macon man for string of commercial burglaries
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators and a special response team unit arrested a Macon man for a string of commercial burglaries. Authorities identified the man as 39-year-old Michael Antoine Cornelius. They say Cornelius burglarized the following businesses: …
Baldwin County, food bank partner to feed nearly 300 residents monthly
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Baldwin County is partnering with a community food bank to feed residents each month. Organizers say every third Monday of the month, the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank will use its mobile pantry to help areas…
Authorities arrest Macon man in connection with mobile home park shooting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Macon man in connection with shooting a man in the stomach on June 3. The incident happened at Green Pine Acres Mobile Home Park. On Saturday morning around 9:30, deputies…
Utah man dies in north Macon car accident
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators are looking into a fatal car accident that happened around 11:45 p.m. Sunday. Authorities say the single-car accident occurred on I-75 northbound near Bass Road. Investigators say a 2005 Chevrolet Impala reportedly…
Medical Monday: Heart Bypass Surgery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Severe chest pain can often be a sign of a heart attack. Depending on how serious the situation is, a doctor may suggest heart bypass surgery. Dr. Arshad Yousuf, a Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Coliseum Medical Centers,…
Two men die during crash in Macon involving motorcycles, pickup truck
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two men are dead after their motorcycles crashed with a pickup truck in Macon Friday night. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 24 year old Troy Myrick and 22 year old Blake Heflin, both of…
Crisp County man arrested, charged with murder and kidnapping in Dooly County
DOOLY COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Crisp County man is behind bars. He's been charged with murdering a man in Dooly County and kidnapping a woman. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, 41 year old Heath Register was taken…
A few storms possible this weekend in Middle Georgia
It was a hot and steamy week across Middle Georgia, but many places have seen at least a small decrease in humidity today. That inclusion of a little bit of dry air allowed us to cool to the 60's early…
Former Macon mayor, others fight to get confederate statue removed
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Former Macon Mayor C. Jack Ellis and others stood at the foot of the confederate memorial statue in downtown Macon. Ellis says the group has been fighting to get the landmark removed and calls now the…
Local group set to host virtual Juneteenth events
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Juneteenth, the day known for the beginning of freedom for African Americans, is near. To honor the day amid the pandemic, a local group is set to host a series of virtual Juneteenth events. The events…
Forsyth residents to protest against newspaper staff member
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Residents in Forsyth are gathering Saturday to protest about negative comments on social media from an employee at the Monroe County Reporter. According to a release, community members will rally to express the staff member's negative…
Sandy Beach Waterpark reopens to public
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As COVID-19 restrictions relax, local businesses are preparing for crowds. Dozens lined up for the reopening of Sandy Beach Waterpark Friday morning. According to StandGuard Aquatics, the waterpark is open to the public with some changes.…
Reynolds-Howard leads Cooke in Macon-Bibb District Attorney race
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Anita Reynolds-Howard is leading David Cooke in the Macon-Bibb District Attorney race with 76 percent of the vote. Cooke has served as DA for Bibb, Peach, and Crawford counties for eight years. Howard has been a…
Kemp eases Georgia virus rules to allow sports, conventions
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is lifting more health-related restrictions stemming from COVID-19. The Republican governor signed an order Thursday allowing spectator sports and live performance venues to reopen and conventions to resume on July 1, subject to…