Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores October 7-11
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between October 7 and October 11.
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Rain (finally) moves into Middle Georgia Tuesday
Although we saw a few storms across Middle Georgia on Sunday, more significant rain totals are on the way Tuesday. A stationary boundary that has set up just to our south will slowly push north. This will bring with it…
Buddy Watch Walk: Man stops in Warner Robins on 80-day walking challenge
A Richmond Hill native started a challenge this month to walk across the country to raise awareness for veterans in need.
Georgia National Fair exceeds attendance expectations
The Georgia National Fair celebrated its 30th anniversary this year by setting records and breaking attendance goals.
Peach County breaks ground at site of new high school
Peach County School District officials broke ground for their new high school Monday.
Robins Air Force Base opens software lab in downtown Macon
The Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex is bringing a software laboratory to downtown Macon and it's bringing more jobs to the area.
Passenger dies following I-16 crash in Laurens County
DUBLIN, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - An Atlanta area woman dies in a crash on Interstate 16 in Laurens County. The crash happened just before 8:00 Saturday morning. According to the Department of Public Safety, 49-year-old Lourdes Aguilar was a backseat passenger…
Joint surgery is not what it used to be
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - People are getting back to work and back to being physical, sooner, thanks to new orthopedic surgery technological advancements. 41NBC spoke to an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Dustin Hoffman, about the latest advancements in joint replacement surgery.…
Man shot in car on Ward Street in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A man is in stable condition after two men shot him while in his car in Warner Robins. The shooting happened 3:00am Monday in the 200 block of Ward Street. According to a news release…
New sponsors keep the Washington County fair going
TENNILLE, GA (41NBC/WMGT) - The Washington County Fair is right around the corner, featuring new sponsors this year. The Washington County Fair opens Oct. 16th and runs until the 20th, at the AG Center located at 882 Grady Mertz Rd…
Deputies want this man in connection with house party shooting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a person-shot incident that happened on Thomas Street. Authorities say the incident happened around 4:25 a.m. on Saturday. Deputies were dispatched to the hospital where the victim was being treated.…
Woman hit, killed while walking on I-75 in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is hit and killed after walking in traffic on I-75 in Macon. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a pedestrian traffic accident that happened on I-75 northbound at the Riverside Drive overpass. Deputies say…
A warm mostly dry weekend ahead before much needed rain next week
It has been a great week here in Middle Georgia for the fair to be in town in Perry, but all good things must come to an end. That means the fair and dry weather. Not all is bad though…
Burglary suspect arrested in Macon
Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a Macon man for burglary after he was found in a house
Bibb County Deputies arrest Teen accused of stealing, selling drugs
A Macon teen was arrested, accused of stealing while working for UPS
Howard kicker makes appearance on 'The Kelly Clarkson Show'
17-year-old Elizabeth Rodenroth is a kicker at Howard High School in Macon
Community leaders to celebrate the tribute to the Million Man March
Community leaders and residents will celebrate the 24th Anniversary of The Million Man March
Bears spotted in two Middle Georgia counties
The Wildlife Resources Division issued alerts to Houston and Peach County residents, due to bears spotted in the area
New voting machines at the Georgia National Fair
The Georgia State Legislature approved a new voting system to replace the old election equipment, and you have a chance to try it out
Girls take over at the Georgia National Fair
The common saying is, "girls can do anything boys can do"
Tattnall, Stratford to square off at Jack Baynes Field
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Tattnall Trojans square off against the Stratford Eagles in week eight of the End Zone's Game of the Week . It's the 53rd matchup between the two teams, with Tattnall leading the series 29-23. The…
Staying warm ahead of some rain chances this weekend
It has been a great weather week for the Georgia National Fair in Perry! Sunshine will continue for Friday in Middle Georgia. Highs have been in the mid and upper 80's for much of the week, which will continue into…
Community Leaders celebrate Second Street Corridor Vision Block
Community leaders and elected officials celebrated the extension of the Second Street Corridor Vision Block, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony
Bibb deputies: 3 charged after plan to get drugs inside jail
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three people face charges after Bibb County deputies say they tried to get drugs inside the Bibb County Jail. Deputies say they got a tip Monday about a "possible plan" by inmates to have drugs brought…
Jones County Health Department opens Veterans Room
Jones County Health Department has opened its new Health Department’s Veterans Room
Expect lane closures on Golden Isles Parkway through October
One lane of a six-mile stretch of U.S. Highway 341/Golden Isles Parkway in Dodge County will be closed on most days until the end of October.
Georgia DNR issues kill order for northern snakehead fish
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is telling anglers to kill a certain fish if they catch it. It's called the northern snakehead fish. And for the first time, it's turned up in Georgia waters in Gwinnett…
Ride an exotic animal at the Georgia National Fair
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- It's not every day that you get to meet an exotic animal. At the Georgia National Fair, you have a chance to not only meet a camel but ride him too. Now, this isn't just any camel.…
Groups head to Georgia National Fair hoping to make a difference
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- So, we've seen the food the fair has. We've seen the rides and the animals. We even went inside the McGill Marketplace and did some shopping, but some of the booths this year are meant to educate…
Middle Georgia cities brace for drought conditions
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Drought conditions are pushing Forsyth's city council and utility company to respond. They're asking residents to conserve water by reducing outdoor watering and outdoor irrigation. They say the drought conditions have impacted water levels at the city…
'West Coast Open Mic Jam Session' comes to Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A Macon native, who is bringing the West Coast to Macon through his 'Coollab Project,' is set to come to the Douglass Theatre Thursday. Founder Vinson Muhammad, along with Torchlight Academy, will host the first West Coast…
Wreck causes power outage near Vineville Ave.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- According to residents in the area, there was a wreck at the corner of Holt Ave. and Vineville Ave. in Macon, Thursday afternoon. Residents say a power pole is snapped in half and the stop lights in…
Two-thousand feet of train track damaged in derailment
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- All of the derailed cars from the train that went off the tracks in Houston County have been removed off the track. Crews have been working throughout the night to move the derailed cars and clear the…
Local non-profit continues to bring Christmas to kids
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Middle Georgia non-profit organization that provides underprivileged kids with gifts is gearing up for the Christmas season. The non-profit's website says Kids Yule Love is an organization whose mission is to provide toys, gifts, bibles…
Dog of the week: Jewel
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Jewel is a Bulldog mix around 7-years-old. She is the perfect pet for a home without any other dogs. Jewel is great with people of all ages and needs of a forever home. To adopt Jewel…
Bibb deputies: Man charged with possession after running stop sign
A Macon man was arrested and charged with cocaine possession after deputies say he ran a stop sign last week.
3 arrested on multiple charges in south Macon
Three men are in jail after being caught in a vehicle containing drugs last week.
Two men arrested in Jones County drug bust
Drugs and money are now off the streets after a bust in Jones County
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office celebrates 'Night to Unite'
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office held its annual 'Night to Unite' news conference at the Tubman Museum Wednesday
Georgia Justice Project to host Criminal Justice Resource Fair
The Georgia Justice Project is set to host its Criminal Justice Resource Fair
The Butterfly Kingdom is a new experience at the GNF
When you think of the fair, you probably think of rides and food. But it can be a place to learn something new too
Shop local in the Georgia Grown Building at the fair
In the Georgia Grown building, the baby barn takes up one side, but on the other side is a section dedicated to locally produced goods
'Tour of Progress' shows off Macon's new developments
NewTown Macon's annual ‘Tour of Progress’ showed community members exactly what’s coming to the city
Train derailment in Houston County blocks roadways
Georgia 247 Spur will be closed according to Houston County's EMA Facebook page, due to a train derailment across from Perdue Farms
Macon man draws gun on deputies, gets arrested
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Macon man who attempted to flee and later pulled a gun on them. Authorities say the incident happened around 1:26 a.m. on October 4. Deputies responded to the 600 block…
Man killed, second injured in homicide investigation on Wren Avenue
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly shooting on Wren Avenue off Anthony Road in Macon
Warner Robins remembers former Councilwoman Carolyn Robbins
A funeral was held for former Warner Robins Councilwoman, Carolyn Robbins, at Trinity United Methodist Church
'End Gerrymandering Tour' held at the Tubman Museum
'Common Cause Georgia' held its “End Gerrymandering Tour,” at the Tubman Museum Tuesday
Macon neighborhoods host 'Night to Unite'
Bartlett Crossing and Cherokee Heights Neighborhood Watch have partnered with Manna Ministries Inc., to bring the community together
Macon-Bibb County Fire Department kicks off Fire Prevention Week
Macon-Bibb County Fire Department held its annual Fire Prevention Week Ceremony on Tuesday