Former FVSU, NFL punter King making XFL debut next month
Former Fort Valley State University and NFL punter Marquette King will play in the inaugural Xtreme Football League (XFL) this season.
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Macon-Bibb mayoral candidate drops out of race
Charles Olson dropped out of the Macon-Bibb mayoral race Tuesday. Now, a second candidate has done the same.
Sunshine is back over Middle Georgia Thursday
Rain is moving out of Middle Georgia tonight after keeping us cloudy for much of the day. Clearing overnight is going to lead to a pretty chilly start on Thursday, but will lead to a nice day overall. Sunshine will…
Centerville Police respond to counterfeit money cases
A Houston County man was arrested last week for using counterfeit money.
Teen shot, man injured at Macon apartment complex
A teenager and another man are recovering after a fight led to a shooting. It happened this afternoon around 3:30 at the Vista Apartments on Arkwright Road.
'I'm sorry': Byron Nails owner calls weight limit sign 'miscommunication'
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The owner of a Byron nail salon, who rejected pedicure services to customers weighing over 200 pounds, spoke out for the first time. Byron Nails owner Ken Nguyen says he's sorry if he offended anyone. Nguyen…
Macon-Bibb Tax Commissioner to host tax seminars
The Macon-Bibb County Tax Commissioner’s Office will hold a series of tax relief seminars.
Parents voices heard at school district forum
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County School District wants to give students the tools for success and their parents too. Wednesday morning the school district hosted a Super Bowl-themed State of the District Forum. The forum gave parents the…
Stratford Academy celebrates turning 60
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Stratford Academy celebrated its 60th anniversary today! In a historic home downtown, 60 years ago, Stratford Academy opened its doors to 117 students. They staffed 35 faculty members. Students and faculty celebrated by coming together on…
Macon man pleads guilty to armed robbery of Walgreens, GameStop
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A judge sentenced a Macon man to prison after he pleaded guilty to robbing two businesses at gunpoint. According to the Macon-Bibb DA's office, 22-year-old Dion Vanzie pleaded guilty to two counts of armed robbery. Vanzie…
Daybreak Interview: Tech Items for your home for Superbowl Sunday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Superbowl 54 is Sunday, February 2nd, in Miami, Florida. Most people will be watching the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49's face off from their television at home. Alec Giacherio from Best Buy, visited…
Macon man found dead in his home, Investigators looking into what happened
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -– Bibb County Sheriff's investigators are trying to figure out how a Macon man passed away in his home. According to deputies, 72-year-old Ronnie Dawley was found dead in his home by his family members. Deputies responded…
Rain returns to Middle Georgia on Wednesday
Tuesday was a beautiful day across Middle Georgia with sunshine and warm temperatures...unfortunately this nice weather is not here to stay. WEDNESDAY Temperatures overnight will fall into the upper 30's by Wednesday morning. We will also see an increase in…
Houston County EMA finalizing Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan
The Houston County Emergency Management Agency presented the county's 2020 Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan to the public Tuesday.
On the Table Macon results reveal crime is a major concern
Macon's On the Table event had more diversity in participation last year.
GDOT: More pedestrian safety improvements coming to Macon-Bibb
In recent weeks, you may have seen crews installing improvements at crosswalks in specific areas.
Spectra, Mayhem announce 5-year contract extension at Centreplex
Spectra Venue Management and Macon Mayhem owners Bob and Diane Kerzner announced an extension Tuesday that will keep the team in Macon through 2025.
Macon-Bibb EMA updates emergency notifications
Macon-Bibb Emergency Management is upgrading the way you receive emergency weather notifications.
Charles Olson endorses Lester Miller for Mayor
Community and Business leader Charles Olson announced his endorsement of Lester Miller for Mayor of Macon-Bibb County Tuesday.
Saving the Train Museum: Macon-Bibb Extension Office wants to renovate
The Bibb County Extension Office presented renovation plans for the Train Museum to commissioners.
Bibb County Sheriff's Office looks to add more surveillance cameras
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking to add more surveillance cameras in neighborhoods.
Coliseum Northside offering free seminar for those with knee pain
Coliseum Northside Hospital will offer a free seminar for those with knee pain.
Macon man pleads guilty to sex with underage girl
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man is sentenced to prison time after pleading guilty to having sex with an underage girl. Instead of going forward with Tuesday's trial, 40-year-old Jermaine Howard pleaded guilty to statutory rape, five counts of…
Two schools perform Freaky Friday and Urinetown
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Tuesday morning on Daybreak, student actors from Warner Robins High and Northside High spoke to 41NBC about a pair of performances taking place Friday, January 31st. The two schools are teaming up and taking to the stage…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores January 20-26
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between January 20 and January 26.
Man dies in motorcycle/car crash on Riverside Drive in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man died early Tuesday morning after his motorcycle was involved in a crash in Macon. According to Macon-Bibb County Coroner, Leon Jones, the crash happened on Riverside Drive, across from Butler Toyota, before 6:30 a.m.…
Sunshine returns to Middle Georgia Tuesday
Clouds were pretty stubborn around Middle Georgia through much of the day, but we finally saw some clearing by around sunset. Overnight clearing will lead to chilly temperatures in the 30's by Tuesday morning. These clear skies will also bring…
Coronavirus: What to know, how to prevent getting it
The virus that has most worried around the country is the coronavirus.
BSO gets new life-saving device
Bibb County deputies now have a new tool to assist in a medical emergency.
Westside High School players, coach remember Kobe
Kobe Bryant's death has much of the world shaken, including Macon.
MTA route changes give customers access to grocery stores
Changes are coming to Macon Transit Authority routes.
Planning and Zoning vote down storage unit at old Kroger
Macon-Bibb Planning and Zoning voted down a storage unit that would have been at the vacant Kroger on Pio Nono Avenue.
St. Peter Claver Catholic students help prepare for "Baby Care Boot Camp"
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Students from St. Peter Claver Catholic School kicked off “Catholic Schools Week” Monday. As part of the event, students and teachers partnered with United Way of Central Georgia to help prepare with the organization's “Baby Care…
United Way offering free tax services
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Today marks the first day of Tax Season! Across the country, millions will be planning to file taxes once again for the new year. The United Way of Central Georgia has announced the return of two…
Macon man charged with stealing vehicle from auto dealership
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man is facing charges, accused of stealing a vehicle from a car dealership. Deputies arrested 21-year-old Keshawn Lundy for Theft by Taking Auto on Friday. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, video shows…
Suspect wanted for taking laundry detergent in Macon burglary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a commercial burglary suspect. Deputies say the suspect broke into the Family Dollar at 2123 Pio Nono Avenue around 3:30 Monday morning. The suspect is accused of taking…
Prescription overdose deaths down, illegal drug overdoses up
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation says the state saw a decline in prescription drug overdoses in 2018. According to a recent news release, there were 303 prescription drug overdose deaths in 2018. That number is down…
Body found in trailer fire in Monroe County
JACKSON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly fire. Crews responded to an 18-wheeler trailer fire on Pine Road in Jackson around 5:15 Monday morning. According to the sheriff's office, the trailer was being used…
Medical Monday: How you can check on your heart health in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – According to the National Institutes of Health, February is American Heart Month. It's a way to raise awareness about heart health and urge those around you to prevent heart disease. Rosa Smith, a nurse at Medical Center…
Man arrested for robbing two stores in Macon at gunpoint
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man was taken into custody early Sunday morning. Bibb County deputies say he robbed two stores in Macon at gunpoint. Danny Galvez, mug shot provided by: the Bibb County Sheriff's…
1 dead after Pleasant Hill house fire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - One person is dead after a house fire in Pleasant Hill. Coroner Leon Jones says a home caught fire Sunday around 7 a.m. at the corner of 4th and Monroe Streets in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood.…
Coliseum opens intensive outpatient program in Warner Robins
A Macon medical center has expanded its programs.
'I cried like a baby': Daughter of late veteran says goodbye one last time
The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin held a ceremony for veteran families.
Macon man charged in 19-year-old's shooting death
A Macon man turned himself in following the shooting death of a 19-year-old this week.
Bibb Sheriff's Office investigating 5 commercial burglaries
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating five commercial burglaries that happened Thursday night and early Friday morning.
Two arrested in December homicide
A man and woman are in custody in connection to a murder in December.
UPDATE: Two arrested in connection to homicide in East Dublin
Two suspects have been arrested and charged with the murder of J.W. Robinson.
Second suspect arrested for Zaxby's Robbery
A second suspect has been arrested in connection to the armed robbery at Zaxby's on Hartley Bridge Road.
Man found on top of vacant Kroger, arrested for Burglary
Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators caught a man breaking into the vacant Kroger on Pio Nono Avenue
Thief cuts human-size hole in Bike Tech Macon, steals bike, money
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a thief who cut a hole in the back of a business and robbed the store. Bike Tech Macon is left cleaning up the mess, but it's not…