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2 face multiple charges for stolen gun, drugs

Bibb County Sheriff's deputies arrested Alvin Sanford Jr. and  Karesha Williams for possession of a stolen gun and drugs. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff's deputies arrested a Macon man and woman after finding a stolen gun and drugs…

Monroe County deputy arrested for involvement in illegal drug activity

FORSYTH, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – According to Monroe County Sheriff, Brad Freeman, a  deputy has been arrested for taking part in illegal drug activity. According to an email from the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, Paul Stewart was arrested Friday, January 3rd,…

Man charged in Perry church arson

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Perry man is behind bars accused of setting fire to Friendship Baptist Church in Perry. According to the Houston County Sheriff's Office, 37-year-old Issac Lester is charged with arson. Investigators say the incident happened the…

New business turns trash to soil

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Reduce, reuse and recycle. The three R's are key to a greener planet. One Monroe County woman is making it easier for Middle Georgians to do all three. Her new business, Secondhand Soil, provides a service…

Mother, children lose everything after Perry housefire

Perry Housing Authority is collecting donations for a family that lost everything PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Perry housefire has displaced a family from their home. The fire happened in the Perry Housing Authority complex Sunday. According to Toya Harris,…

Kroger on Pio Nono may become storage facility

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The old Kroger on Pio Nono Avenue may soon provide storage space. The Axela Development Group will go before Macon-Bibb Planning & Zoning to present plans for a climate-controlled storage facility. The facility will offer 569…

Thieves break into closed gas station on Pio Nono Ave

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff's deputies are investigating a convenience store burglary. The incident happened at the former Exxon at the corner of Pio Nono Ave. and Dent St., in Macon. Deputies say someone broke into the store…

Dog of the Week: Daisy

MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Daisy is a 3 year old pit/lab mix. She’s loving, calm and loves to play. She’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt her at All About Animals Rescue. It’s located at 101…

New Year's day fire destroys North Macon apartments

Four units damaged at The Park at Northside apartments; no injuries Two units suffered extensive fire and water damage   MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An early morning fire at The Park at Northside apartment complex forces residents to evacuate. Kayla…

Georgia lawmakers propose vape ban

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia lawmakers are looking to crack down on the use of flavored vaping products. During the Georgia 2020 legislative session, state representatives are proposing a bill to ban flavored vaping products including vapes and e-cigarettes. "It's…

BSO: Celebratory gunfire is against the law

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- With many people ringing in the new year, Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies are asking the public to refrain from celebratory gunfire. Shooting a firearm into the air in celebration or discharging a firearm 50 yards from…

Forsyth to host 4th annual Forsythia Ball Drop

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The City of Forsyth is having its 4th annual Forsythia Ball Drop to bring in 2020. As many other cities get ready for their celebration, Forsyth prepares for its Forsythia Festival. Mayor Eric Wilson says the…

Macon man tries to rob Chinese restaurant, shot in leg by employee

MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – A Macon man is behind bars after trying to rob a Chinese restaurant at gunpoint, wherein he shot himself in the leg. Bibb County Sheriff's deputies identified the man as 27-year-old David Vazquez.  Authorities say Vazquez…

Empty boxes after Christmas put homes at risk

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --Bibb County Sheriff's deputies are instructing residents on how to properly dispose of their Christmas boxes. Deputy Malcolm Bryant, a property division investigator, says that after Christmas, burglars are still in search of valuables. He says that…

Volunteers continue holiday tradition with Rebuilding Macon

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - While people spend time with their families for the holidays, Irving Consumer Products staff members have partnered with Rebuilding Macon to help senior citizens. This holiday season, volunteers are helping spread the cheer by building a…

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