Woman falls asleep in car, arrested for possession
Bibb County Sheriff's deputies arrested a woman for drug possession on November 7, just after 1 a.m.
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Thursday brings more cold and rain to Middle Georgia
Cold air has moved into Middle Georgia and it is here to stay for a while. Not only that, but we are going to add in a cold rain as we head through the rest of the week. We have…
Warner Robins Police investigating auto parts store robbery
Warner Robins police officers are searching for a man they say entered an auto parts store Wednesday night with a handgun and took cash.
Charges dropped, plea deal for two men in Fort Valley State sex investigation
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office drops charges against one of the seven defendants charged in the Fort Valley State University sex investigation. According to Amy Womack with the D.A.'s office, the office dismissed…
Human trafficking | FBI gives community members up-close look
Local rescue organizations and education groups explain human trafficking trends in Middle Georgia MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - On Tuesday, First Lady Marty Kemp and the Department of Justice announced a $4.3 million grant to help fight human trafficking and support…
Irving Tissue brings over 200 jobs to Macon
Irving Tissue invests almost $1 billion in Macon's plant location MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A tissue manufacturing plant in Macon is open with even bigger plans to follow. Irving Tissue announced a number of events during their grand opening on…
BOLO | Unknown man steals pickup truck out of Kathleen
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff's deputies are searching for a man who stole a 1998 Ford F250 pickup truck from Kathleen. Vehicle description White 1998 Ford F250 4 wheel drive 5.4-liter gas engine VIN # - 1FTPX28L9WNB99159 last…
Former Georgia Gov. Roy Barnes discusses Leo Frank Case at Mercer Law School
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Former Georgia Governor. Roy Barnes visited Mercer Law students on Tuesday. He discussed his efforts to reopen one of Georgia’s most notorious lynchings. Barnes works as a consultant to the Fulton County District Attorney’s Conviction Integrity Unit…
3 holiday tips for those living with diabetes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- November is National Diabetes Awareness Month which leads into the holiday season. As Thanksgiving and Christmas near, so does the possibility of overindulging in sugary foods and drinks. Nadia Al-Samarrie, the founder of Diabetes Health magazine,…
Artist sought for paintings of Atlanta child murder victims
ATLANTA (AP) - The city of Atlanta is seeking an artist to create 30 drawings or paintings of the victims of the Atlanta child murders that terrorized the city in the 1970s and 1980s. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports the exhibit…
New travel center coming to Warner Robins, bringing 200 jobs
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The world's largest convenience store is opening up a new location in Warner Robins, and it's creating 200 new jobs. Buc-ee's, home of the world's cleanest bathrooms, announced it will open its first Georgia location…
Daybreak Interview: Bike Walk Macon's Pajama Porch Party Ride
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Once a month, Bike Walk Macon, a grassroots bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organization, hosts a slow bike ride that hopefully encourages city residents to ride their bikes on Macon's streets. This month, the organization is hosting…
Cold, breezy conditions stick around on Wednesday
Middle Georgia got to experience a few different seasons today and has finally settled on winter. Rain and cold air moved in along with a cold front this morning, and now we are dealing with clear skies and frigid overnight…
Money-savings tips to help stay warm this winter
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) – As days get colder, Middle Georgia residents will turn up the heat. Wilson Bryant Air Conditioning and Flint Energies are working to find the best ways for residents to stay warm while saving money. “One of…
Fire Chief: GDOT bridge construction may cause delays for response time
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb Fire Chief Marvin Riggins says road closures may impact response time for first responders. He says GDOT bridge constructions off Pio Nono Avenue and College Avenue will cause road closures at nearby fire stations. Penny…
Commissioners work to add more features to Rosa Parks Square
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Rosa Parks Square in downtown Macon may get a new look. County commissioners are trying to find ways to support the project. As downtown Macon grows, so do plans for parks near Poplar Street. "It's to…
Once hazardous soil, now potential condos along Ocmulgee River
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb residents may soon see condos lining the Ocmulgee River near downtown. The property on Riverside Drive behind Burger King once housed an old maintenance building. In 2014, the county worked with organizations to improve the…
Department of Justice funds Georgia's Human Trafficking Fight
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As the fight against human trafficking continues in our state, the new funding will aid in the battle. Tuesday, First Lady Marty Kemp, GRACE Commission members, Department of Justice officials, Attorney General Chris Carr, U.S. Attorneys…
Macon man fights deputies, faces multiple charges
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man faces multiple charges after fighting with deputies. Deputies identified the man as 27-year-old Antonio Jamal Easley. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies say the incident happened on Nov. 6 around 11:30 p.m. Authorities were patrolling…
More students enroll at Georgia's universities and colleges
ATLANTA (AP) - Enrollment at Georgia's public colleges and universities is rising again, led by the state's largest schools. The University System of Georgia reported Tuesday that total enrollment rose 1.5% in fall 2019 from fall 2018. More than 333,000…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores November 4-8
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between November 4 and November 8.
Residents want federal probe of cancer near Covington facility
COVINGTON, Georgia (AP) - Residents of an Atlanta suburb want the federal government to investigate cases of cancer near a medical sterilization plant that uses a gas linked to an increase cancer risk. WXIA-TV reports some Covington residents are asking…
Former President Jimmy Carter out of surgery
ATLANTA (AP) - The Latest on former President Jimmy Carter's surgery at Emory University Hospital (all times local): 10:10 a.m. Jimmy Carter's spokeswoman says the former president is recovering at Emory University Hospital following surgery to relieve pressure from bleeding…
Warner Robins man dies from motorcycle/car crash in Macon
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – A Warner Robins man has passed away after he was injured in a crash in Macon Friday. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 47 year old Wilbur Gildersleeve passed away Monday. Deputies say Gildersleeve was…
NAACP hosts lunch for retired military people on Veterans Day
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County branch of the NAACP showed its appreciation for veterans Monday. The organization served lunch to veteran at Greater Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. President Gwenette Westbrooks says it's another way for the NAACP to…
Winter is coming: Arctic air and rain are on the way to Middle Georgia
A strong cold front is bringing cold air and winter weather to parts of the Midwest and East Coast. Here in Middle Georgia we are expecting just rain, wind, and a big cool down as the front moves east. Rain…
GEICO donates two cars to veterans
GEICO donates vehicles to veterans in need of transportation MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - GEICO Insurance Company gifted two vehicles to veterans on Monday afternoon. Frank Massicote and Angel Bolanos received two recycled rides as part of GEICO's nationwide event. The…
Macon Transit Authority offers veterans free bus rides forever
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Transit Authority is showing veterans how much they appreciate them for their service. And not just on Veteran's Day, but every day of the year. MTA launched its veterans Ride Forever program which allows…
7-year-old boy loses battle to bone cancer in Forsyth
Celebration of Life planned for 7-year-old Marques Mayes who died from bone cancer FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Marques Mayes lost his battle to cancer this weekend. We first shared the 7-year-old's story in August when the Monroe County Sheriff's Office…
Macon community commemorates veterans at Coleman Hill Park
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon veterans were treated to a special ceremony on Monday. Middle Georgia State University and Macon-Bibb County held its 4th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony at Coleman Hill Park. Community members and students came together to honor…
Middle Georgia vets honored in Warner Robins
The Enlisted Association celebrated those who volunteered to keep freedom for our country WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Warner Robins City Hall did not miss out on the Veterans Day holiday. A celebration ceremony hosted by The Enlisted Association, Chapter…
Bonaire man killed in head-on collision, wife in critical condition
85-year-old Lee Wettstein died in a head-on collision after he crossed lanes on State Route 27 in Dodge County EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- An 85-year-old Bonaire man died while traveling on State Route 27 in Dodge County. This comes from…
Still teaching at 95, Jimmy Carter draws devotees to church
PLAINS, Ga. (AP) - Former President Jimmy Carter can still draw a crowd, and he does each time he teaches Sunday school in his hometown of Plains, Georgia. Nearly four decades after he left office and despite a body that's…
UPDATE: Taylor County teen dies from car crash in Fort Valley
UPDATE 9 a.m. Monday FORT VALLEY, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – According to Peach County Coroner Kerry Rooks, 18-year-old Kendall Ratliff of Taylor County, passed away on Monday morning's car crash on Highway 96 in Fort Valley. Rooks says Ratliff was ejected…
Warner Robins Police looking for man who robbed Dollar General store
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Warner Robins Police are looking for a man who robbed a Dollar General at gunpoint. According to a post on the Warner Robins Police Department's Facebook page, the robbery happened at the Dollar General at…
Macon Bacon hosts t-shirt design contest
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Pork Shop needs new sizzle this holiday season, and they want your help. Show off all of your crazy ideas by entering the Macon Bacon's Design-A-Shirt contest. Contestants may draw the design by hand or…
Coroner: Mercer student dead after high-speed car chase ends in crash
UPDATE: 21-year-old Sapphire Thomas died in the hospital after a high-speed car chase ended in a crash. UPDATE: 21-year-old Sapphire Thomas died from injury complications after a high-speed car crash. Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones says Thomas was a Mercer University…
Macon woman arrested for Dollar General robbery, SunTrust attempt
Deputies arrested 62-year-old Ernestine Rolin for both the robbery of Dollar General and the attempted robbery of SunTrust Bank MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Authorities arrested a Macon woman who robbed a Dollar General and attempted to rob a SunTrust Bank.…
Fall Market to bring funds for Little Food Pantry
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - St. Andrews Christian Church is holding its 3rd annual Fall Market Place benefit for its Little Food Pantry. Organizers say they will have 15 vendors, an indoor yard sale, breakfast, and a kid's corner. Church Board…
Macon leaders hold 'Stop the Violence' event, address recent shootings
Macon community leaders plan to hold a Stop the Violence event following the shooting death of 30-year-old Shakema Dickson MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb commissioners, elected officials, and other community leaders are standing together to denounce Macon's gun violence. Mayor…
Teen cleared of Pio Nono Circle murder, in jail for bond violation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After Darrell Solomon turned himself in on Thursday, investigators determined he was not the shooter who killed 30-year-old Shameka Dickson and injured her 2-year-old daughter Korri. Investigators say Solomon is in jail. Sergeant Clay Williams says…
Grandmother and grandson hit, killed in Macon
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a traffic fatality at the 4600 block of Mercer University Drive just before 7:30 p.m.
Missing Clark Atlanta University student found dead
ATLANTA, Georgia (AP) - Authorities say a missing Clark Atlanta University student has been found dead. Atlanta Police Chief Erika Shields said at a news conference that the body of 21-year-old Alexis Crawford was found Friday at a park in…
Scarfed woman attempts to rob SunTrust Bank on Mercer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators are looking into an attempted armed robbery that happened at the SunTrust Bank on Mercer University Drive. Authorities say the incident happened Friday around 11 a.m. Deputies say a woman entered the…
Macon man faces multiple drug charges traffic accident
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Authorities arrested a Macon man under the influence of multiple drugs after a traffic accident. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies say the incident happened on November 7 around 4:50 a.m. Deputies responded to Edna Place and Greenbriar…
Macon man arrested for cocaine possession in Chamber Cove Apartments
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Macon man is charged with possession of cocaine after trying to enter his ex-wife's residence. Authorities say the incident happened on November 2 at 11:40 p.m. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies responded to Chambers Cove Apartments…
Woman robs Dollar General on Pio Nono in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Deputies are searching for a woman who robbed the Dollar General in south Macon. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies responded to an armed robbery that happened at the Dollar General Store located at 3824 Pio Nono Ave.…
Brookdale Elementary School will soon merge into a new elementary school
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After this year, students and teachers at Brookdale Elementary School will soon move into a new building. The Bibb County School District held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new elementary school on Friday. Brookdale Elementary School…
VECTR's not so traditional Veteran's Day celebration
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Some people in Warner Robins got a jump on Veterans Day, with a not so traditional celebration. For many Americans, Veterans Day is just another day off from work. But have you ever wondered what…
Houston County High School band holds pep rally for football team
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Houston County High School band held a pep rally for the school's football team Thursday. Parents, students, and staff rallied at the Zaxby's right across the street from the high school. The band -- eight-time…