UPDATE: Subway clerk's pepper spray stops attempted armed robbery
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a person who tried to rob a south Macon Subway restaurant Friday night.
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Teenager arrested for shoplifting, stolen gun
A Macon teen was taken to jail after being accused of stealing.
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…
Georgia State Patrol: 1 dead after high-speed chase in Laurens County
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - One person is dead after a high-speed chase that happened Thursday evening. Georgia State Patrol officers identified the deceased woman as 40-year-old Andrea Jones. According to GSP, it happened Thursday around 5 p.m. The chase started…
New generators for Baldwin County Fire Stations coming in May
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- New generators will be installed at six Baldwin County Fire stations. These generators will ensure that safety personnel will be equipped to help the community in times of power outages. Baldwin County Manager Carlos Tobar says…
Food Bank prepares to help those impacted by new SNAP guidelines
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Ahead of next year's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program changes, local food banks are getting ready to fill the gap. Taking the biggest hit from modifications to SNAP (or food stamps) are children and the elderly. That's…
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…
Local senior living facility launches coat drive for Winter
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- One local business is launching a coat drive for those in need. The Antebellum Senior Living Facility on Arlington Place is throwing its first-ever coat drive. The facility is accepting coats, hoodies and sweatshirts of all…
Rain chances are back for the weekend
We had our last completely dry day for a while today, but we will be staying warm through the end of the weekend. We are already seeing mostly cloudy skies across Middle Georgia and that will keep our overnight lows…
Local animal shelter offers free microchipping for pet, safety concerns
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon-Bibb County Animal Welfare is offering free microchipping for your pet on January 3 -- which helps prevent your pet from getting lost. But how safe is microchipping? Animal experts say a microchip is the size…
GDC: Inmate dies on Christmas after a fight with another inmate
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia Department of Corrections are investigating an inmate's death at Baldwin State Prison. According to a news release from GDC, investigators are handling the case as a suspected homicide. Investigators say Michael Dawson died from injuries…
New Appling Middle School will include athletic fields
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Appling Middle School-Northeast High School project has grown to be more than what project managers initially planned. What was once a two-phase project is becoming three. Currently, Northeast has a practice football field, baseball fields,…
28th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration underway in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Festival of First Fruits begins nationwide, and celebrations are underway in Macon. The Kwanzaa Cultural Access Center will hold various events for the 28th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Bibb County. Kwanzaa is a beneficial December…
Shoppers try to find last minutes gifts
Last minute shoppers were out today, to pick up gifts. Academy Sports and Outdoor on Eisenhower Parkway, is open every Christmas Eve for those still in need of presents.
Santa Claus, Georgia, celebrates Christmas all year long
There's a small town in Georgia that celebrates Christmas year round.
"Grinch mob" suspects accused of taking Christmas decorations in Jones Co.
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Jones County deputies say they have arrested two people from a "Christmas grinch mob." And deputies say they are looking for more suspects. Deputies arrested Corey Noble and Elizabeth Weil on Monday. They are accused of…
Rescue Mission serves nearly 1,200 meals for Christmas Eve
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Volunteers of the Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia opened their hearts to serve nearly 1,200 people on Christmas Eve. It’s part of the organization's annual Christmas event for the community to enjoy a hot meal. Volunteers…
Toys for Tots | 41NBC spreads holiday cheer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Hundreds of Middle Georgia families receive extra holiday cheer, thanks to Toys for Tots donations. 41NBC served as a drop off location for the annual toy drive, and also made donations. Donated toys are distributed locally,…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores December 16-19
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, December 16 and Thursday, December 19.
Rain moves out, warm and sunny weather moves in for Christmas
After picking up almost 3" of rain in Middle Georgia, we are finally going to see a warm up and drying out period. Overnight we will see the area of low pressure, that is causing all the rain this weekend,…
AAA expects more Americans to drive this holiday season than ever
Agencies urge drivers to be vigilant for the busy holiday season MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --According to AAA, more Americans are expected to drive this holiday season than ever. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies say that local traffic is heaviest on December…
Christmas comes early for Anthony Homes Community kids
Macon Housing Authority, United Way, and the Boys & Girls Club partnered to give Anthony Homes children sports equipment. MACON, Georgia (41NBCS/WMGT) - Local organizations have brought the holiday spirit a few days before Christmas. On Monday, Anthony Homes Community…
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office address Animal Welfare Shelter operations
MACON, Georgia (41NBCS/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is taking over the Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare Shelter. Sheriff David Davis announced the change during a news conference on Monday. He says his agency plans to oversee both law enforcement and…
Georgia health agency warns of widespread flu, urges shots
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia's public health agency is urging residents to get flu shots without delay, saying illnesses as widespread across the state. The Georgia Department of Public Health says it has confirmed more than 200 people in the state…
Keep Warner Robins Beautiful awards 2 winners for November
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Veterans High School and Candlewood Suites both won awards from Keep Warner Robins Beautiful. The Central Georgia Board of Realtors and Keep Warner Robins Beautiful selected Veterans High School for the Clean Campus Award. Also,…
Houston County takes down Bibb County, 21-10, in first-ever senior All-Star bowl
MACON, Georgia (41NBCS/WMGT) - The stage was set, the crowd was thick, and bragging rights were on the line for the 478. But it didn't matter how bright the lights were because the Houston County All-Stars came to play. [caption…
FVSU names Maurice Flowers as new head football coach
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Fort Valley State University named Maurice Flowers as the new head football coach for the Wildcats football program. This comes from a news release by FVSU Interim Director of Athletics Anthony Holloman. Flowers is a…
Medical Monday: Dealing with stress during the holiday season
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Shopping for gifts, throwing holiday parties and visiting with family, they're all things we have to do during the holidays. They can also be very stressful. Bruce Conn, from Coliseum Medical Centers, visited Daybreak to share…
Heavy rain moves into Middle Georgia by Sunday
After a nice day in Middle Georgia with sunshine and temperatures around normal. Big changes are on the way for the weekend, beginning on Saturday. Tomorrow will bring a cloudy and cold day across the area. Highs will struggle to…
Mercer athletics holds press conference for new head football coach
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mercer athletics held a news conference Friday to introduce new head football coach Drew Cronic. Cronic is Mercer's 20th head football coach. The Georgia native is considered one of the best offensive minds across all levels…
Macon church aims to reduce Pio Nono food desert problem
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon church is helping fight against a food desert in a Pio Nono community this holiday season. Bethel CME Church aims to fix that problem with community support. Health Initiative Director Deedra Jordan-Hardrick says those…
Navicent sees more cases of children hurt by household chemical burns
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Medical professionals at the Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital say chemical burns involving children increased this year. They say chemical burns usually start out as an accident. Medical professionals say if your child consumes anything harmful,…
Bibb vs. Houston Senior All-Star Bowl proceeds help athletics, fine arts
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A high school all-star football game does more than entertain, it helps fund college for students. "People say they want to see all the best Bibb County players on one team, compete, and see what we…
Macon man arrested for entering autos in downtown parking deck
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Macon man for an entering auto incident that happened at a downtown parking deck. Authorities identified the suspect as 43-year-old Travis Heath Johnson. Deputies responded to the parking deck at…
Macon armed robbery suspects charged in Warner Robins murder
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Warner Robins Police arrest two people in connection to a deadly gas station armed robbery. Police add, the suspects are also connected to the post office armed robbery in Macon that happened in November. Warner…
Agnes Barden holds its first ever in-house parade for parents
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Agnes Barden Early Head Start and Head Start teachers and students got into the holiday spirit with its first ever in-house parade. Each classroom celebrated with its own theme during the parade. Those themes varied from Strolling…
BBB issues alert about online puppy scams
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Better Business Bureau has issued an alert for puppy scams. If you plan on shopping online for a pet this holiday season, officials urge you to watch out for scams. One BBB study founds many…
Macon man flees Sheriff's deputies on foot after traffic stop
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Authorities arrested a Macon man after he fired shots and fled the scene. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies say they responded to the 1000 block of Thomas Place on Dec. 12 at 12:26 a.m. about a person…
Virgil Watkins drops out of Macon-Bibb mayor race
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb Commissioner, Virgil Watkins, announced Thursday that he's dropping out of the race for Macon-Bibb mayor. In a Facebook post, Watkins says it was a hard decision to make, but says he's keeping the best interest…
Two teens shot while inside their Macon home, deputies looking for suspect
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Bibb County Deputies are trying to figure out who shot two teenage boys in their Macon home. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a shots fired call in the 200 block of…
Layaway Santa surprises military families at RAFB
Military families were in for a surprise, after hearing their layaway gifts at Robins Air Force Base's 'Exchange', were paid off.
Man charged after shooting gun during argument
Bibb County Sheriff deputies responded to a domestic dispute on December 13, at a home in the 900 block of Glenbrook Road.
Two arrested for stealing mail
Officers with the Warner Robins Police Department were dispatched to the area of Tallulah Trail on Wednesday, in reference to two people looking into mail boxes.
Bibb County Judge will take oath of office
Governor Brian Kemp will administer the oath of office for Judge of the State Court of Bibb County, to Sharell F. Lewis on Friday, at 1 p.m.
Macon Bacon Baseball Christmas ticket special
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Earlier this week, Macon Bacon Baseball gave 21 teachers gift cards for school supplies. Now, the organization is running a Christmas Ticket Special for any of its ticket packages, as a way of giving back. If…
Officers arrest man suspected of shooting another in face
WARNER ROBINS (41NBC/WMGT) -- Warner Robins detectives arrested a man for the December 12th shooting of Christian Searcy. On Dec. 19, Warner Robins detectives secured arrest warrants for 24-year-old Akeel Garbens Zamor for the following charges: Aggravated Assault Aggravated Battery…
Red Cross of Central Georgia opens new office
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – For 75 years, the American Red Cross of Central Georgia was located on Holt Avenue in Macon. Now, the organization has moved its services into a new building. Red Cross Executive Director Connie Hensler says the…
Houston County law enforcement deliver gifts to kids living at Abba House
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two children living at the Abba House -- who may not have a gift under the Christmas tree -- will have a Merry Christmas. Thursday, Warner Robins Department of Community Supervision Office employees distributed dozens of…
Dublin High School football player commits to Auburn
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Today is the start of the Early National Signing Period. More than 80% of prospects are signing letters of intent to play for their future schools. In Dublin, High School Football Player, Romello Height is one…
Creekside at Macon Apartments: Residents still urge management to remove trash dumpster
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Creekside at Macon Apartment residents still urge management to remove a dumpster near the property. Former Mayor C. Jack Ellis held a second news conference Wednesday to address the overflowing trash dumpster that caused rodents and…