Navicent Health notifies patients of potential leaked private information
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Medical Center, Navicent Health is notifying more than 1,400 patients of a recent phishing incident.
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Macon teenager charged with 3 counts of aggravated assault
A Macon teenager is being held without bond after deputies say he fired multiple shots at a home.
Tropical Storm Dorian forecast to strengthen as TD six forms in the Atlantic
Just in time for peak hurricane season, it would seem that the Atlantic is waking up and in a matter of a few days has become very active! Tropical Storm Dorian has been consistently strengthening for the past few days…
A Kathleen middle school coach under investigation for molestation
KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County Sheriff's Office is investigating a child molestation case involving a Houston County School District coach. Houston County School District Director of Community and School Affairs Beth McLaughlin confirmed Jeffrey Holliday resigned Thursday due…
Macon man dies week later from multiple gunshot wounds
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man died Monday after being shot in his apartment a week ago. This is now Macon's 14th homicide of 2019. According to Coroner Leon Jones, someone shot Steven Dewayne Jones, 49, several times on…
Firefighters suffer from smoke inhalation after fire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)－A fire broke out at a warehouse in south Macon, around 5 p.m. Friday.
The End Zone: Week 1 scores and highlights
The End Zone: Week 1 scores and highlights
Houston County radio broadcaster receives dedicated press box
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)－The McConnell-Talbert Stadium press box will be dedicated to Michael Davis tonight before a Northside High School Football game. The Mike Davis Press Box will be presented to his family tonight at 7:10 p.m. The Northside High…
Mentoring program helps build character, leadership skills in students
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Teachers spend time with students every day, but other staff members at MLK Elementary School do the same. Caring Adults in the Building is a program specific to MLK Elementary. The mentoring program is a part of…
Local wrestlers appear in movie with Shia LaBeouf, Dakota Johnson
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Local wrestlers are cast members of a movie with some big names. Georgia Independent Pro Wrestling was formed in February 2019. They do a lot of local shows. The group's success is rising fast. Movie director…
Multiple people arrested in connection with fraudulent activity in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) － Bibb County Sheriff's deputies arrested multiple people connected to mail theft and identity fraud in Macon. Deputies say they received multiple reports of stolen mail from mailboxes in the north Macon area. Authorities say that the…
Storms possible for high school football kickoff
After a mostly dry day, many of us are looking ahead to tomorrow night and the start of high school football. As far as football weather, however, we will likely see very warm conditions by tomorrow afternoon and we will…
Macon man steals money from employer, frames it as burglary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) － Deputies arrested a Macon man who stole money from his employer and tried to cover it up as a burglary on Tuesday. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the reported burglary at the Honey Baked Ham…
Centerville Fall Festival canceled for 2019
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The City of Centerville will not have its Fall Festival this year. This was announced at a city council meeting at the beginning of August. Mayor John Harley of Centerville released a statement about the cancellation of…
Peach Concerned Citizens hold meeting to discuss community issues
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Railroad track issues, problems with internet connection, and high utility prices will be discussed tonight at the Peach Concerned Citizens meeting in Fort Valley. Peach Concerned Citizens is a non-profit organization that focuses on civic…
Search is on for new Macon Bacon Baseball coach
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Macon Bacon Baseball team says goodbye to its head coach of two years and starts the search for a new coach. The Macon Bacon finished their second season and they seem to be getting better. The…
Future of Sandy Beach Water Park in limbo
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The future of Sandy Beach Water Park remains in limbo. Spirit of America, the water park’s current bank manager, didn’t open the facility. Chris Floore, Assistant to the County Manager for Public Affairs, says this violates…
Chicken sandwich wars | Social media debates, who has best chicken sandwich
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Dozens of customers lined the inside of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen on Mercer University Drive today. The restaurant's manager says that several locations have been selling out of the hot new item: a spicy chicken sandwich. More…
Troubled Crystal Lake Apartments will have new owner within month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Within a month, a new management company takes control of the troubled Crystal Lake Apartments in Macon. There's no management company currently operating the complex. Bull Realty, of Atlanta, is working to sell the property. On…
Dog of the Week: Olive
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Olive is a 2 year old pit mix. She's great with children, other dogs and even cats. She and her partner, Popeye, are both in need of forever homes. You can adopt her and Popeye at…
Businesses concerned about possible Pio Nono, Broadway, 247 roundabout
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A busy intersection in Bibb County is on deck to get a major makeover. The Georgia Department of Transportation is discussing adding a roundabout to the intersection, where Broadway, Pio Nono, and Houston road all meet.…
Monroe County Sheriff's Office makes boy battling cancer honorary deputy
The Monroe County community is showing their support for a 7-year-old boy battling cancer.
Bibb County School District takes steps to prevent cyberbullying
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Between 1-in-4 and 1-in-3 U.S. students say they have experienced bullying at school. Many experienced cyberbullying. Bibb County School District has implemented steps to prevent cyberbullying. According to school counselor Karen Evans-Daniel, the Bibb County school…
'Glazin' a Trail' event helps foster children in need
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) － Foster children sometimes go without their needs, but there is something you can do to help. The Methodist Home for Children and Youth hosts its 5th Annual "Glazin' a Trail" Donut Run 5K and 1 Mile…
BOLO | Man attempts bank robbery in Wilcox County
PINEVIEW, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Wilcox County Georgia Sheriff's deputies are investigating an attempted robbery of Planters First Bank on the 100 block of Pine Street in Pineview, Georgia. Deputies say the incident happened around 9:30 a.m. on Aug. 20. Authorities…
McConnell-Talbert Stadium press box to bear Mike Davis' name
McConnell-Talbert Stadium's press box will be named after the late Mike Davis.
Unmasking anxiety in men helps with daily living
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Fear, anger, and rage are emotions that a man feels throughout the day. However, it may mean more than you think. According to Don Tillman, the Director of Social Services at Coliseum Medical Center, typically men don't…
Deputies arrest Macon man with ecstasy pills, marijuana on Mercer University Dr
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) － Bibb County sheriff's deputies arrested a Macon man with marijuana and ecstasy pills. Sheriff’s deputies responded to Heaven Restaurant at 3555 Mercer University Drive about a person with a gun. Authorities say the incident happened in…
Deputies arrest Macon man with drugs, stolen gun on Houston Ave
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) － A Macon man was arrested for driving under the influence while possessing a stolen gun. Authorities say the incident happened on Aug. 18 around 1:45 a.m. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies patrolled the Houston Avenue area when…
Macon business owner helps deputies catch armed robber
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Macon man suspected of an armed robbery that happened at the Habersham Record & Tape Shop. The incident happened at 2661 Montpelier Avenue around 1:55 p.m. on Aug. 19. Authorities…
United Way of Central Georgia kicks off 5th annual Read United
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – United Way of Central Georgia kicks off its Read United initiative program for the 2019-2020 school year. Read United aims to improve youth literacy in Central Georgia by improving 3rd-grade reading levels. Volunteers plan to read…
Macon-Bibb Commissioners approve SPLOST project to fix 17 roads
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb Commissioners are moving forward with a project to make much needed repairs to some roads.
Wednesday warm up and scattered storms on tap for Middle Georgia
Scattered showers remain the name of the game across Middle Georgia this week. Temperatures will be mainly in the lower 90's with high humidity expected once again Wednesday and through the rest of the week. You can expect scattered showers…
Proposed property tax increase may impact new homeowners
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The City of Warner Robins mayor and councilmen announced their intention to increase the 2019 property taxes. However, this will not impact as many people as you may think. If you own a new home…
DA's office donates money to closest sex trafficking shelter to Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- According to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney, David Cooke, sex trafficking is a problem all over the state of Georgia. In an effort to help sex trafficking victims, Cooke announced that his office is donating $100,000…
Macon Touchdown Club holds presser for upcoming Kick-off Classic
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Touchdown Club held a press conference on Wednesday as they prepare for the 2019 Macon Touchdown Middle Georgia Kick-off Classic on Saturday, Aug. 24. The presser was held in the field house above Mercer…
Restaurant Report Card: View health inspection scores August 12-16
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between August 12 and August 16.
Daybreak Interview: When students should see a counselor
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Students deal with a lot when they first go back to school: making new friends, homework and tests, just to name a few. When you add a problem like bullying into the mix, it can impact…
Rain and cooler temperatures on the way for the week
We are already starting the week with a cool down from the weekend. Expect that cool down to continue as we start the week. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be possible through tonight and into Tuesday. Some storms could become…
Macon Beer Fest disguised as health fair to fight prostate cancer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Macon Beer Fest returns for the 9th year in a row and now offers more than you think. For starters, more than 100 unlimited beers and wine will be available for ticket holders. The Macon Beer…
'They died in each other's arms': Family speaks on elderly couple who died in fatal fire
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A fire killed an elderly couple in Monroe County on Saturday night near Strickland Loop. Family members of Morris and Virginia Adair say for more than 50 years, the couple never left each other's side. Their…
Perry Fire Department adds spotted member to group
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Be on the lookout if you're in Perry because there is a new fire department member roaming. Firepup is the newest addition to the Perry Fire Department. The new mascot for Perry Fire helps children learn all…
Additional downtown trash pick-up to meet needs of area
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb Solid Waste Department is adding trash pick-up times in downtown to better meet the needs of the area. Starting Monday, August 19th, Solid Waste is adding a second route to downtown. Currently, trash is…
Macon man arrested for robbing local record store on Montpelier Avenue
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Macon man suspected of an armed robbery that happened at the Habersham Record & Tape Shop. The incident happened at the 2661 Montpelier Avenue around 1:55 p.m. on Aug. 19. Authorities…
Macon man pleads guilty to kidnapping, assaulting girlfriend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man pleaded guilty to holding his girlfriend hostage after assaulting her in his Chambers Road apartment in June 2018. This comes from a news release from district attorney David Cooke's office. 41-year-old Ferman Easley…
The Latest: Badgers unsure when Cephus will rejoin team
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The Latest on Wisconsin reinstating receiver Quintez Cephus following his acquittal on sexual assault charges (all times local): 10:45 a.m. Wisconsin football officials say they don't have any information on when reinstated receiver Quintez Cephus might…
Accident at Macon Mall leaves one dead, another injured
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two vehicles collided on Mercer University Drive leaving one man dead and another in the hospital. Authorities identified the dead man as 46-year-old Stacey Harris, of Macon. They say the accident happened on Mercer University Drive…
Fire takes lives of Monroe County elderly couple
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A fatal fire in Monroe County took the lives of an elderly couple. According to a Monroe County Emergency Services Facebook post, before midnight Saturday, fire fighters responded to a call about a house fire near…
Macon man breaks into house, tries to steal jar of change
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man was arrested for breaking into a house and trying to steal a jar of change. Authorities say that the incident happened on August 10. They identified the suspect as 42-year-old Shawn Bissett, of…
Macon Transit Authority offers new way to buy bus rides
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Transit Authority has a new way to buy rides and travel. The MTA Smart Card costs $5 and users can upload fares to the card from a kiosk at Macon's Terminal Station. MTA Transit…