Alamo mayoral candidate's residency questioned by voters
ALAMO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An Alamo mayoral candidate had his residency challenged. Officials ruled he was eligible to run, but voters are questioning the decision.
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Mission United fights suicide epidemic among Middle Georgia veterans
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Suicide rates have hit alarming heights across the nation.
New comic book store opens in west Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The owners of a new comic and collectibles shop who used to travel across the nation selling their own products are now in Macon. Fanboy Collectibles and Comics is now open on Columbus Road in west Macon.…
Mary Persons, Peach County facing off in week five of End Zone's Game of the Week
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mary Persons is hosting Peach County in week five of the End Zone's Game of the Week. The Bulldogs have won two of their last three games. However, they are coming off a 29-27 loss to…
Georgia School Nutrition Association holds annual luncheon at Centreplex
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More than 400 school nutrition professionals gathered in Macon this afternoon to kick off National School Lunch Week. School cafeteria and school district officials came together for the event at the Macon Centreplex. The luncheon focused…
Crawford County will combine middle school, high school in one facility
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Crawford County is getting a new building that will house both middle and high school classes. The middle school/high school facility will sit where the existing high school sits. Superintendent of Crawford County Schools, Brent Lowe, says…
New, "Axe"-citing attraction comes to Macon
The "Mani-ax" ax throwing club opens in October MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A new "ax"-citing attraction is coming to downtown Macon. The "Mani-ax" ax throwing club will be on the second floor of the old Willow Tree building. The building sits…
UPDATE: Deputies arrest teen for sexual assault to 79-year-old woman in Macon
Update: MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators arrested a 16-year-old male in reference to the sexual assault incident that happened on Buford Place on September 14th. Deputies took the teenager to the Regional Youth Detention Center and charged…
Bibb deputy suspended following DUI arrest
A trooper stopped Anthony Colbert around 11:00pm Sunday in Bibb County MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Troopers arrested a Bibb County deputy for driving under the influence of alcohol. According to the incident report, a trooper stopped Anthony Colbert around 11…
Warner Robins mayor visits students at Miller Elementary for Constitution Day
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Mayor Randy Toms made a special visit to Miller Elementary School Wednesday. He wasn’t there to talk about politics. Instead, he taught students about the Constitution and Declaration of Independence. Each year, elected officials visit schools…
Cochran woman shares life-threatening carbon monoxide encounter
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Cochran woman says she had a life-threatening incident with carbon monoxide in her home. Now she has a message on how to stay safe from what firefighters call a "silent killer." Zoe Mosley cooked a…
GDOT: Expect road closures in Wilkinson County
IRWINTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - On Thursday morning, expect closures on State Route 57 covering from the Fall Line Freeway near US 441 due to surface maintenance. According to a GDOT news release, there will be single-lane closures with a flagging…
2 dead people found at home in Eatonton
Update: Investigators identified the victims as 62-year-old Alton Dewey Chalker and 25-year-old Katie Elizabeth Chalker. EATONTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Eatonton Police Department along with GBI agents are investigating the death of two bodies found at a residence on Sparta…
Milledgeville tax preparers plead guilty to falsifying tax returns
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Milledgeville tax preparers plead guilty to manipulating and falsifying client information on thousands of filed tax returns. According to Charles Peeler, the United States Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia, 48-year-old Willie Moore and 47-year-old…
Macon Regional Crimestoppers announces Q3 Top 15 Most Wanted
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon Regional Crimestoppers released the new Top 15 Most Wanted fugitives for the third quarter in the Macon Regional area. United States Attorney Charles E. Peeler announced the list in a news conference Wednesday. Peeler says the…
Daybreak Interview: Working on your marriage to avoid a divorce
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – According to the American Psychological Association, about 40 to 50 percent of married couples in the United States divorce. Licensed therapist, D. Renee Smith, visited Daybreak to talk about what couples can do so they don't need…
A few rain showers and a big cool down on the way to Middle Georgia
Middle Georgia topped out at 103 this afternoon, making it the hottest day since 2016. After a long string of 90+ degree days, we are finally getting a cool down across parts of the southeast. A few isolated showers will…
United Way announces ‘The MERRIE Christmas Project’ in memory of Macon woman
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) –The parents of a Macon woman who lived her life with a rare genetic condition known as Williams Syndrome, is turning her passing into a positive.
Middle Georgia Regional Library celebrates Library Card Sign-up Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month, and the Middle Georgia Regional Library is encouraging residents to take advantage of it. Each Macon location will offer library tours and card sign up on designated days throughout the…
Commissioners revisit idea of fixing old Train Recreation Center
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb Commissioners are revisiting the idea of refurbishing an abandoned building which has been vacant for nearly 30 years. Commissioners say they need to set an example for the county. The historic Train Recreation Center is…
Baldwin County Sheriff’s deputies arrest murder suspect
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Baldwin County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a suspect for the murder of Lamarcus Cornelius Brown. Sheriff's deputies arrested Tyree Derion Ingram for the September 13th murder of Brown. Authorities say Ingram faces the following charges: Murder Armed…
Construction worker who fell from bridge dies
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – A construction worker who fell from a bridge near downtown Macon died today. Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones says 44-year-old Jason Searcy was pronounced dead at 3:56 p.m. on September 17. Jones says that Searcy died from…
Perry Police Department adds two new K-9 officers
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Perry Police K-9 Unit welcomes two furry members to the team. Sargent Jeff Keenom, K-9 department supervisor, says the department usually staffs five dogs. After retiring two, it was time for new pups. Corporal Aaron Conner…
Warner Robins Municipal Court project up for rebid
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The reconstruction of a building that will house the Warner Robins Municipal Court is up for rebid. The Parrish Construction Group quoted Warner Robins an amount that went over the city's budget. Mayor Randy Toms says…
Macon-Bibb commissioners approve widening Bass Road, resurfacing tennis courts
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With new stores in the North Macon Plaza, Macon-Bibb Commissioners approved a project to widen Bass Road to traffic flow. Bass Road will go from two to four lanes. The Georgia Department of Transportation will allocate…
Five arrested, another wanted for meth trafficking in Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies say five people face meth trafficking and other charges. However, they are still searching for another suspect. Bibb deputies along with Peach County deputies and members of the D.E.A. served four search…
North Davis Drive at Vickie Drive closed due to pedestrian accident
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A pedestrian was hit on North Davis Drive at Vickie Drive. This is according to a Warner Robins Police Department Facebook post. The post says that North Davis Drive at Vickie Drive is closed due…
City of Warner Robins adds two new faces to council
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The City of Warner Robins added two new people to council Monday night. The Warner Robins city council appointed Fred Graham as the new city attorney and Kim Demoonie steps in as acting city clerk. Graham…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores September 9-13
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between September 9 and September 13.
More heat on the way for the last week of summer
We still have another 6 days of summer, and the heat is continuing for Middle Georgia. Highs today reached 98 degrees and we are expecting more of the same for Tuesday. The good thing from all this is that we…
Solarize program installs rooftop solar panels for Middle Georgia businesses
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Super Lawn Trucks along with Solarize Middle Georgia kicked off its solar installation celebration Monday. The installation is the first commercial solar energy system installed through the Solarize Middle Georgia program. Elected officials, business leaders,…
UPDATE: Randal Walker voted in as new Perry mayor
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Randal Walker will be the new Perry Mayor.
Telfair County Schools locked down after second shooting threat in 5 days
McRae-Helena, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Authorities put Telfair County Schools on lockdown after a shooting threat was sent via text message on Monday. This comes from McRae-Helena Police Chief Glenn Giles. "We have a student in custody, but we can't go…
Deputies arrest Macon men for stealing trailer from Lowe's
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested four Macon men for stealing a utility trailer. Deputies responded to a call from the Lowe’s on Macon Tech Drive near Eisenhower on Sept. 14 around 1:50 a.m. Authorities say that…
Man passes away after being hit by a car in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A Macon man passed away over the weekend after he was hit by a car last Wednesday. The Bibb County Coroner's Office confirms that 37 year old Jason Simmons died Sunday at Medical Center Navicent Health. According…
Airborne car accident leaves Warner Robins teen in critical condition
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a single-car accident that left a teen in critical condition. Authorities say that the incident happened around 9:56 a.m. on Sunday. They identified the driver as 18-year-old Alyssa Jackson of…
Macon restaurants compete to win 'best burger' bragging rights during Burger Week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Get your appetites and taste buds ready. Macon's Second Annual Burger Week starts Monday and ends on September 22nd. Will Ocmulgee Brew Pub keep the "Best Burger" title? Or will one of the 18 other restaurants…
The End Zone: Week 4 scores and highlights
The End Zone: Week 4 scores and highlights
Milledgeville man found shot to death in vehicle
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Baldwin County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a 27-year-old man found shot to death in his vehicle. Authorities identified the victim as Lamarcus Brown. Captain Brad King says they received a 911 call around 8 a.m. to…
Friday the 13th brings rare "mini" full moon
Get ready for a rare Friday the 13th full moon tonight, that should be visible from Middle Georgia. What makes this full moon rare? Well, according to Tony Rice, NASA Solar System Ambassador, only 1% of full moons occur on…
Macon man accused of breaking into Windsor Academy, stealing equipment
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Macon man for burglary on September 11 around 2 p.m. at his home in the 1000 block Alma Drive. On September 6th and 10th, a male entered Windsor Academy and…
6th grader detained for threatening to 'shoot up' Telfair County Middle School
McRae–Helena, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — McRae–Helena police officers arrested a 6th-grader who posted a terroristic threat message to social media. Telfair County schools are closed today due to the threat to shoot up Telfair County Middle School. On Sept. 13 around…
Houston County, Peach County ready for showdown at Freedom Field
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County Bears are hosting the Peach County Trojans Friday in week four of the End Zone's Game of the Week. It's the battle of the unbeaten's. Houston County is off to its best…
Potential tropical system could bring changes to Middle Georgia forecast
No surprise that after a record breaking day across Middle Georgia, we will see another day in the 90's. Mostly sunny skies are going to be around through the day on Friday with another very hot afternoon. Heat index values…
Marshalls, HomeGoods, Five Below now open in North Macon Plaza
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon’s newest shopping center, the North Macon Plaza opened some of its stores. Marshalls, Homegoods, along with Five Below celebrated their grand opening Thursday. Marguerite Farley says she got more than expected while shopping. “I ran into…
Macon chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated to host HBCU for Life College Expo
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Epsilon Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated is sponsoring an HBCU for Life College Expo. The chapter is offering students an opportunity to receive information from recruiters of various Historically Black Colleges and…
The Market kicks off monthly event this Sunday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Newtown Macon is hosting a new event that will take place every third Sunday of the month. A monthly Farmers and Makers Market will offer a variety of local products and services such as crafts, food, and…
Deputies arrest man connected with west Macon shooting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators made an arrest in connection with a shooting of Marques Slocumb that happened in west Macon on September 11. Investigators identified the suspect as 37-year-old Lester Conrad Summers Jr. of Macon. Authorities…
Dog of the Week: Crowley
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Crowley 12 week old mutt. She’s independent, sassy and a very sweet puppy. She’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt her at All About Animals Rescue. It’s located at 101 Riverside Drive…
Houston County hosts undefeated Peach County at Freedom Field
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County Bears are gearing up for their Friday night game against Peach County. The Bears are off to an excellent 3-0 start, and have already won more games this season than the last…