2 arrested following dog attack that led to man's death
Two people are in custody following a dog attack that led to a man's death last month.
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Bibb Schools Superintendent holding briefing at 4 p.m. Tuesday
Bibb County School District Superintendent Dr. Curtis Jones will hold a briefing Tuesday regarding COVID-19, commonly known as Coronavirus.
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores March 2-8
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, March 2 and Sunday, March 8.
UPDATE: 3 adults being questioned about infant's death
A 5-month-old boy was found dead in a Macon home Tuesday morning.
Rain chances return to Middle Georgia
After a full four days rain free, we are going to see rain back in the forecast for much of the week. A cold front will approach the area tomorrow. This will bring a chance of showers to the southeast.…
Baldwin County Transit system expands service
All residents can now use the transit service.
Commissioners say it's time for improvements as Rosa Parks Square
Some Macon-Bibb Commissioners are pushing for improvements at Rosa Parks Square.
Macon man arrested on sex trafficking charges
The incident was reported to have occurred beginning in 2016, and lasted through 2018.
Sandy Beach Water Park at Lake Tobesofkee in Macon set to reopen
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon-Bibb County residents are anticipating the arrival of Summer. That's because the Sandy Beach Water Park at Lake Tobesofkee is set to reopen. The 8-acre water park will be back in business this summer. The Bibb…
Juliette Residents invited to Coal Ash Town Hall Monday night
FORSYTH, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Juilette residents are invited to an event Monday night to hear about another community that fought back against coal ash dumping. Residents say the coal ash from Georgia Power’s Plant Sherer is flowing though and corroding…
Medical Monday: Lace up your running shoes for the Peach Road Race
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – According to Shape Magazine, running is great for your heart, your joints and it helps you burn calories. This weekend, Medical Center Navicent Health Peach County is hosting a day of fun and fitness for the…
Woman from Taylor County still missing more than a year later
BUTLER, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Taylor County Sheriff's Office are re-releasing information about a missing woman from Taylor County. According to the Sheriff's Office, 25 year old Stacey Lynn Martin disappeared from her home…
Laurens County Sheriff's Office investigating shooting on south end of the county
DUBLIN, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Laurens County Sheriff's Investigators are trying to figure out why two people were shot on the south end of the county this Saturday. According to the Laurens County Sheriff's Office's Facebook page, warrants have been taken…
New Coronavirus cases awaiting confirmation
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Four positive tests for coronavirus (COVID-19) could raise state total to eleven cases. The Georgia Department of Public Health is waiting for the CDC to confirm the presumptive diagnoses. According to a release from the Governor's…
Bibb deputies: Man arrested after stealing vehicle with child inside
A man is in custody after Bibb County Sheriff's Office deputies say he stole a vehicle with a child inside Friday afternoon.
Houston County Sharks beat Henry County, claims eighth straight state wheelchair basketball title
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - One thing you can't strip away is the heart of a champion. The Houston County Sharks varsity wheelchair basketball team proved that in their 23-22 overtime win over the Henry County Hurricanes Friday at the Macon…
Seuss on The Loose for First Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Several Bibb County organizations are taking over tonight's First Friday festivities in downtown Macon. This Friday’s theme is “Seuss on The Loose" in honor of the famous author’s birthday. The celebration happens on Friday, March 6,…
'March on Macon' for civil rights being held Saturday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The third annual “March on Macon” will happen Saturday, March 7 in downtown Macon. The event organizers--Georgia Women, New Georgia Project, Georgia Equality and Macon Unity--say Georgia state law provides no civil rights protections for those…
Local veterinarians debut show on National Geographic Wild
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Two local veterinarians make their debut on National Geographic Wild on Saturday. Doctors Vernard Hodges and Terrence Ferguson -- the owners of Critter Fixer Veterinary Hospital -- will star on the new show Critter Fixers Country…
Porter Elementary School kicks off 'Superheros Leadership Day'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It’s Porter Elementary School’s 3rd year celebrating the development of social and emotional skills to help students become effective leaders. As part of the “Leader in Me” Initiative across the school district, the elementary school kicked…
List of qualifying candidates for Macon-Bibb 2020 election
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The deadline for those qualifying to run for Macon-Bibb elected offices ended Friday. Macon-Bibb County will elect a different mayor for the first time since 2007. The mayoral candidates are Lester Miller, Larry Schlesinger, Blake Sullivan,…
Mercer's Ethan Stair named SoCon Player of the Week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mercer redshirt senior guard Ethan Stair has been named SoCon Player of the Week. Stair averaged 14 points and 16.5 boards last week in wins over The Citadel (73-57) and Wofford (59-47). He's now up to…
Free program teaches locals life saving techniques
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Navicent Health doesn’t want you to wait until something bad happens to prepare yourself. On the first Friday of each month, the hospital holds the national program Stop the Bleed -- a program created in response…
Macon man tries to enter auto as owner unlocks doors
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Authorities arrested a Macon man after he tried to enter a woman's car at a business on Hartley Bridge Road. Authorities identified the suspect as 39-year-old Allen Duane Taylor, of Macon. Deputies say they responded to…
Deputies searching for man who shot at north Macon homeowner
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators are looking for a suspect who fired shots at a north Macon homeowner after trying to break into his house. Investigators identified the suspect as 23-year-old De’Vontae Carswell, of Stockbridge. Investigators say…
Magnitude 2.4 earthquake detected in Washington County
DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The U.S. Geological Survey website shows that a 2.4 magnitude earthquake struck Middle Georgia on Thursday, March 5, 2020, just before 4 pm. The quakes center was located just a few miles southwest of Davisboro, Georgia…
Daybreak Interview: International Women's Day Health and Beauty Expo
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Saturday, March 7th is International Women's Day, which dedicated to celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women around the world. The Buck Melton Community Center in Macon is playing host to an event…
Flooding in Dodge County causing road issues
Some areas have seen up to seven inches of rain.
Three Macon hotels on verge of being declared public nuisance
Three west Macon hotels could be declared a public nuisance for frequent criminal activity.
MTA strives to keep bus riders virus free
The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority is doing its best to keep riders virus free.
Rain is gone, but gusty winds hang around Friday
We have finally gotten rid of the rain in Middle Georgia and will be seeing sunshine for the weekend. Even though the rain is moving out, it won't be a perfect day. Very breezy conditions will be moving in with…
Heavy rains cause neighborhood flooding, washed out roads in Wilcox County
ROCHELLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Flooding in Wilcox County forced several families to evacuate. Heavy rainfall this week submerged a neighborhood. Residents near Mike Street and Doris Coney Street say the flooding is the worst they have ever seen. They are…
Georgia Supreme Court hears Eurie Martin case
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The fatal tasing between three former Washington County Sheriff deputies and an African American man is heading to Georgia Supreme Court. Washington County District Attorney Hayward Atlman says his office wants to reinstate the murder charges…
GDOT warns Wilkinson County drivers of landslide
IRWINTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Georgia Department of Transportation urges residents to drive carefully around milepost marker 4 on U.S. 441 southbound. Officials say the right shoulder is caving away due to the heavy rainfall. Currently, the right lane and…
Robins Air Force Base set to open software lab
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex and community partners are bringing a software laboratory to Houston County. A ceremony was held on Thursday at the future facility near Park Place Drive. This will be the…
Georgia governor declares state of emergency for 120 counties
Georgia governor Brian Kemp signed an executive order Thursday declaring a state of emergency for 120 counties south of I-20.
Workforce development discussions at Eggs and Issues
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Workforce development was the topic of discussion at Houston County's Eggs and Issues event on Thursday. The county wants to bridge a gap between employers and students. Becky Lee, with the Houston Development Authority, says…
Houston Healthcare offers coronavirus advice during Eggs and Issues
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In response to the coronavirus outbreak, Houston Healthcare provided registered nurses and medical staff at Eggs and Issues, Thursday morning. Nurses attended to answer questions surrounding the virus. There were also several informational flyers available…
Barberitos celebrates its 20th Anniversary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Baberitos is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The restaurant chain first opened its doors on Feb. 20, 2000, in Athens, Georgia. The Founder and CEO Downing Barber was in Middle Georgia at the Forsyth Road location in…
MWA hosts Kids Fishing Derby at Javors Lucas Lake
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Macon Water Authority will host its 15th Annual Kids Fishing Derby at Javors Lucas Lake this Saturday. According to a news release, participants between the ages of 3 and 16 will have an opportunity to…
Macon leaders prepare for economic impact of state championship
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia High School Association basketball state finals have returned to Macon. With 15 schools across the state playing at the Macon Centreplex Thursday through Saturday, community leaders have been preparing for an economic impact. Gary…
Hancock Central beats Treutlen 61-58 in OT, wins 1A public state title
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The high school basketball state finals tipped off at the Macon Centreplex Wednesday, and the slate of games didn't disappoint. Three middle Georgia teams competed for state titles, but in the game between Hancock Central and…
Bibb County school hosts 'Leadership Day' for students
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bernd Elementary host its “Leadership Day” on March 19. The event will showcase: classroom visits student-led school tours performances a student Q&A panel According to a news release, the students will also show off their leadership…
List of school closings for Friday, March 6
Here's a list of school closings for Friday, March 6. We'll add to the list as we get updates.
Autopsy confirms that 3 dogs killed Crawford County man
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A preliminary autopsy shows that a Crawford County man died from “traumatic injuries due to a dog attack.” According to Crawford County Sheriff Lewis Walker, the autopsy says that 76-year-old Lee Becham died from a dog…
Dog of the Week: Shorty
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Shorty is a 2 year old rat terrier mix. He’s energetic, well behaved and is great with people and other dogs. Shorty is also deaf. He is in need of a forever home. You can adopt…
Dodge County officials seek public's help with road assessment
Recent rainfall is causing big problems in Dodge County.
One more day of rain and storms in Middle Georgia...until next week
Middle Georgia was once again inundated with rain through this afternoon and evening. Heavy rain continues to push through tonight after already washing out some roads in Dodge County and being the reason for school cancellations in the southern portion…
Woman wanted in connection to Macon shooting
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting at a home Monday, on Wimbush Road.
Middle Georgia leaders to receive special award
A local alumni association will honor four Middle Georgia leaders this weekend.