Fog kind of took over our weather for the start of the day on Friday, but sunshine returned and helped to warm us into the 80's on Friday. For Saturday expect another day that starts with the potential for patchy…
Fire investigators say, the vacant home in Tennille, was fully engulfed.
Eastbound lanes of Hartley Bridge Road over I-75, along with the on-ramp from the eastbound lanes to I-75 North, are temporarily closed after an accident Friday afternoon.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center at Mercer University partnered with the Georgia Partnership for Telehealth to bring rural physicians a new web-based telehealth consultation software. Dr. Jean Sumner, the Dean of Mercer University's School of…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Stone Edge Church planned a COVID-19 relief event for Saturday in Macon, but it's been postponed due to a lack of vendor participation. “I think it might be fear that's driving people to not sign up…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Across the country, people stocked up on disinfecting products and toilet tissue amid the coronavirus outbreak. Most local stores have run out of toilet paper, and residents have started using alternatives for wiping. Macon Water Authority…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT ) - This time of year, downtown Macon is usually packed for the "Pinkest Party on Earth." However, due to event cancellations surrounding COVID-19, organizers are finding digital ways to continue the tradition. "Unfortunately, we’re disappointed that…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - On Thursday, March 26, Governor Brian Kemp issued an executive order that said all schools were to remain closed until April 24 due to the coronavirus. That, of course, means all games and practices will not…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Houston County Sheriff's deputies are looking for a man caught on camera illegally entering a car. Video on the Houston County Sheriff's Office's Facebook page shows the incident they say happened on March 19, in the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In an effort to help families during the COVID-19 outbreak, 305 Seafood & Wings is providing free lunch to children. According to manager Dexter Brown, he and his coworkers wanted to help the community all while…
The Macon-Bibb Tax Assessor's Office is closed to the public until further notice.
NEW YORK (AP) - In the days leading up to the country shutting down due to the coronavirus outbreak, viewers were looking for movies about pandemics. Between March 3 and 14, Tivo reported a 600% increase in viewing of movies…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mercer senior pitcher Tanner Hall is in good company. The Warner Robins native has been listed as one of the top senior pitchers by D1 baseball. He's one of three Southern Conference players on the list.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Mayhem were so close to making the playoffs before their season got canceled that they could practically taste it. They were just a few points out of the final two spots, and the way…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Many people are spending a lot of time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Which means you have to find an indoor activity to do, like watching movies. Middle Georgia Resident and Youtube movie reviewer, Jackie K.…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Peach County Schools employee tested positive for COVID-19. This is according to a news release from the school district. According to the news release, the school district was notified on Wednesday that an employee…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Central High School's Antonio Card is one of the top combo guards in Middle Georgia. There's no if's, and's or but's about it. He's extremely explosive. He can shoot the lights out, and score from anywhere…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mercer University is suspending all in-person classes for the Spring semester. However, the university will continue to offer virtual classes. For those graduating in Spring, a statement on Mercer's website said: "My hope was that we…
GEICO has confirmed one of its employees has tested positive for COVID-19.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Deputies are investigating the robbery of the Waffle House at 5440 Bowman Road, Friday morning in Macon. Deputies say three suspects entered the restaurant wearing all black with their faces covered at 3:20 this…
We had an excellent day (weatherwise) across Middle Georgia with highs in the low 80's and plenty of sunshine. More sunshine is on the way to round out the week, but we will see the possibility of record highs across…
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Pulaski County teachers decided to bring a little joy to their students on Thursday by having a motorcade. Teachers decorated their cars with signs and lined up at Pulaski County Elementary School for the parade. Mitzi…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon neighborhood is having a virtual pizza party to help a local business that's struggling because of COVID-19. Families from the Oakview neighborhood are making sure Fatty's Pizza keeps pushing out orders. Patty Martin says…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Mercer University wants to help area health care providers amid the coronavirus outbreak. Mercer's School of Engineering is developing a prototype for reusable surgical masks to distribute to local health care providers. The prototype is made…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Scammers are targeting Georgia residents who practice social distancing due to the COVID-19 outbreak. And while social distancing aids in slowing the spread of coronavirus, it may benefit scammers. According to Kelvin Collins -- president &…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released new information regarding new symptoms of the coronavirus. Officials say it's important to know the difference between mild and severe symptoms -- also, what to do if…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is trying to secure votes for the 2020 election. Raffensperger says counties made adjustments to protect poll workers and voters after suspending the March election due to local states of…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As the COVID-19 pandemic has families isolated at home, the Crisis Line & Safe House says they are noticing an increase in domestic violence cases. Jamie Borman with the Crisis Line says the number of cases…
A faculty/staff member at The Westfield School in Perry has tested positive for COVID-19.
MIAMI (AP) - Florida-based grocery chain Publix says it will begin installing plexiglass barriers at the cash registers to protect its workers and customers from the coronavirus. A company spokeswoman says all of its stores should have the barriers installed…
All of Georgia's public elementary and secondary schools will remain closed for in-person instruction through Friday, April 24 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
SAVANNAH, Georgia (AP) - The infections in New York City have dominated much of the national conversation about the coronavirus. But far from the coasts, smaller communities also are preparing for things to get worse. In places such as Albany,…
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A fire in Hawkinsville leaves one man dead and the home a total loss. According to Pulaski County Fire Chief Leslie Sewell, fire crews responded to a mobile home on Linder Road at 2 a.m. on…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Warner Robins junior quarterback Jalen Addie is arguably one of the best QB's in Middle Georgia. He's a dual-threat QB that's a nightmare to prepare for. Last season, he threw for 2,411 yards and 24…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- On Wednesday, Robins Air Force Base reported its third confirmed case of COVID-19. Air Force Base officials implemented additional measures to help slow the spread of coronavirus. This is according to a news release posted…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Robins Air Force Base announced a third confirmed COVID-19 case on Wednesday. According to the base's Facebook page, the person infected with the virus is an employee that lives on the base. On Saturday, March 21st,…
A man was taken to the hospital Wednesday night after Bibb County deputies say he was shot several times.
After storms early this morning, we are finally on track for a nice string of dry and warm days here in Middle Georgia. Tomorrow will bring sunshine and highs in the 80's, so not much to worry about for a…
The Macon Water Authority is suspending public fishing at Javors Lucas Lake.
A Macon man in connection with two armed robberies was taken into custody.
A third Bibb County School District employee has tested positive for COVID-19.
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Officials with the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank say they are feeling the impact as the coronavirus spreads across the state. Tom Adkisson -- the interim director of the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank -- said,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Due to local governments' "shelter in place" orders, several Wells Fargo branches will be temporarily closed. Those branches that remain open will operate from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Branches open on Saturdays…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - High school seniors expressed frustration after their memorable events were canceled due to COVID-19. "I've got kids who have lost their last FBLA state conference, their last musical, their last prom, all of that their senior…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia Regional Airport is helping airlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Blake Roy with the airport says they are renting out spaces for airlines to store and park planes. This comes after a sharp decline in…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Parks and Recreation department may be closed, but its staff is finding ways to keep you active. Parks and recreation staff filming virtual workouts and offering health tips for those in isolation. The…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- North Central Health District identified its first death related to COVID-19 in the 13-county health district in Central Georgia. This is according to a news release from NCHD. Health officials say the person was a…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Counties across Middle Georgia are declaring states of emergency as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise. On Sunday, Baldwin County declared a state of emergency after confirming its second case of the coronavirus. County…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- With hundreds of cases of coronavirus reported across Georgia, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urges older adults to stay home. But what kind of impact does social distancing have on our elderly? Altry James…