Business owners hope for 'fairness' in vote for alcohol code change
Macon-Bibb County Commissioners have an important decision to make. They'll vote to change the county's alcohol code for the first time in 20 years.
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Macon man arrested for several financial, property crimes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County Sheriff’s patrol deputies arrested 25-year-old Forestt Paten Mander for several outstanding warrants last Saturday, December 1, 2018. The sheriff’s office has been looking for Mander after he ran from deputies a couple of weeks…
Two men wanted in card theft, fraud investigation
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for two men wanted for questioning in a Financial Card Theft and Fraud Investigation. The two suspects used an unknowing victim’s personal information to purchase prepaid gift cards at a…
Driver stabbed while delivering pizza in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Warner Robins Police are looking for the person who stabbed a Pizza Hut delivery driver this afternoon. Police say a 57-year-old man was delivering pizza to a home in the 200 block of Keith Drive. The…
Daybreak Interview: "A Christmas Carol: The Musical"
MACON, Ga - "A Christmas Carol," is a classic holiday tale that tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a wealthy curmudgeon who eventually learns about the true meaning of Christmas. Perry Players Community Theatre is presenting "A Christmas Carol: The Musical."…
Man Wanted For Dollar General Armed Robbery in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Ga - The Warner Robins Police Department is looking for a man who's wanted for an armed robbery. According to the Police Department's Facebook page, the robbery happened at the Dollar General on Watson Boulevard. The Police Department's…
Big cool down on the way for Middle Georgia
Good evening, A cold front moved through Middle Georgia today, but the cold air took its time to move in. Overnight temps will fall into the upper 30's under partly cloudy skies. Cool weather will hang around through much of…
Groups want to attract more minority patrons and businesses downtown
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As downtown Macon continues to grow, some organizations are trying to make sure minority businesses do too. Another recipient of the Downtown Challenge Grant plans to up lift the downtown area by helping it become a…
North Central Health District gives free HIV screenings for World Aids Day
December 1st was World Aids Day and North Central Health District locations across Middle Georgia took Monday to continue observing the holiday.
Construction underway on a second Tesla charging station in North Macon
You may start seeing more of these high tech cars moving through city streets now that there's an additional charging station soon to be up and running.
Peach County Schools closing December 11 for GHSA title game
The Peach County School District will close Tuesday, December 11 when the Peach County High School football team plays in the GHSA AAA title game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Identity Theft suspect rents apartment in Atlanta using victim's information
Macon, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County Sheriff’s Financial Crimes Investigators are asking for the public’s help in identifying a male suspect, wanted for questioning in an Identity Theft Investigation. The suspect, pictured above, was reported using an unknowing victim’s personal…
Bibb County deputies searching for auto theft suspect
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Financial Crimes Investigators need the public’s help identifying an auto theft suspect. The male suspect is wanted for questioning. Deputies believe the suspect was involved in stealing a silver in color, 2010 “Volkswagon…
Medical Monday: Safe Toys For Children This Holiday Season
MACON, Ga – The holiday season is upon us and many parents are busy trying to find and buy gifts for their children. Pediatrician Dr. Katherine Duncan, visited Daybreak to talk about safe toys to buy children. Click on the…
Severe storms possible Saturday
Good Evening, A nice day today will give way to rain and mild temperatures through the weekend Rain begins tonight and spreads throughout Georgia lasting through the day on Saturday. There will be the threat of severe storms mainly during…
Identity theft suspects open card accounts, shop in Atlanta
Macon, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Bibb County Sheriff’s Financial Crimes Investigators are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating two suspects, wanted for questioning in an Identity Theft Investigation. On October 19, 2018, it was reported that someone used an…
Baldwin Co. leaders seek solutions after disagreement over library funding
In Baldwin County, city and county officials are not on the same page when it comes to funding for the Mary Vinson Memorial Library.
Macon-Bibb County starts major improvements at West Macon Park
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Major improvements and renovations are coming to West Macon Park. Friday morning Macon-Bibb County held a groundbreaking ceremony for West Macon Park at 5018 Mercer University Drive. Improvements will include building a new entrance and raised scorer…
Middle Georgia Christmas parades canceled due to weather
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The 61st Annual Warner Robins Christmas Parade is canceled due to the threat of severe weather conditions on Saturday. This is according to the Robins Regional Chamber in partnership with the Warner Robins Police Department. Via Facebook,…
Severe storms possible Saturday in Middle Georiga
Good evening, We have another nice day on the way for Friday with warm temperatures and a few more clouds on the way, but attention turns to the weekend and a slight risk of severe weather. Through the day Saturday…
Rutland High School head football coach set to retire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Rutland High School Head Football Coach Mark Daniel announced that he is retiring after 3 seasons on the high school gridiron. He explained that after finishing last season without a single win, it's time for a change.…
Christmas parade causing road closures in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - There will be road closures in Warner Robins on Saturday, due to its annual Christmas Parade. The police department will close a few streets and detours will be in place from 9:30 a.m. until 12…
Bittick and Freeman battle it out in run-off for Monroe County Sheriff
As early voting continues, the race for sheriff is still on in Monroe County with two candidates now in a run-off for the position.
Daybreak Interview - Macon’s Main Street Christmas Lights Extravaganza
MACON, Ga - It will begin to look a little more like Christmas in downtown Macon this weekend. That's because 2nd annual Main Street Christmas Lights Extravaganza kicks off Friday night. Organizer Bryan Nichols, visited Daybreak to talk about the holiday…
Warmer weather is on the way for Middle Georgia
Good evening, We have another chilly night on the way across Middle Georgia, but this will likely be our last night below freezing for a little while in the area. Through the end of the week, we will see a…
Macon-Bibb County Opens Warming Center for Homeless
MACON, Georgia ( 41NBC / WMGT ) - Preparing for the cold. Temperatures will take another big dip tonight. Macon-Bibb County is making sure they are taking care of those who are most in need. A Warming Center is now…
Downtown Challenge Grants awards 26 projects to revitalize downtown
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Community Foundation of Central Georgia gave out the final round of Downtown Challenge Grants. In three years more than $2-million worth of projects have come from the grant. This final round of Downtown Challenge Grants…
Workout Wednesday: Yoga To Help With Holiday Stress
MACON, Ga - The holidays can be a stressful time. Buying gifts, baking, entertaining guests can all be overwhelming. Lisa Seneker, who's the Assistant Director of Wellness Services at Medical Center Navicent Health, visited Daybreak to go over some basic…
Cold hangs around for Wednesday, but warmer, wetter weather is on the way
Good evening, After a day of temperatures struggling to make it out of the 40's, we have another cold day on the way for Wednesday. The start of Wednesday will be especially cold, and with a breeze we will see…
Commissioners approve increase in liquor license fees for local businesses
For the first time in 20 years Macon-Bibb County Commissioners may increase liquor licensing fees for local businesses. Here's why.
Macon-Bibb joins thousands of cities in 'Vision Zero' pedestrian safety initiative
Macon-Bibb county will be joining hundreds of cities across the nation to eliminate pedestrian deaths completely through a new initiative.
Daybreak Interview - Events To Benefit Houston County's Fire Chief
MACON, Ga - Four fire departments in Houston County have banded together to help one of their own. Houston County Fire Chief Jimmy Williams is currently battling stage four pancreatic cancer. Houston County's Assistant Fire Chief, Christopher Stoner, visited Daybreak…
Cold but dry weather to start the week
Good evening, Cold air has moved into Middle Georgia behind a cold front that moved in during the Thanksgiving weekend. High pressure to our west will continue to send very cold air across Middle Georgia through the middle of the…
Main Street Christmas Lights is expecting to bring in thousands of people
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The downtown Christmas light switch is being flipped 'on' later this week. Organizers of the Main Street Christmas Light Extravaganza are saying Macon is becoming a Christmas destination because of the light show. "Lights have always brought people…
Early voting begins in Macon-Bibb with modest turn out
The Board of Elections Office says a little more than 200 people came to cast their votes for Georgia Secretary of State and Public Service Commissioner.
Officials share safe ways to shop online as millions participate in Cyber Monday
It's a Monday many people actually look forward to--taking advantage of super deals from home. But it could come with some risks.
Medical Monday : The Signs, Symptoms and Treatment of Back Issues
MACON, Ga – According to the American Chiropractic Association, 80% of the population will experience back pain at some time in their lives. Dr. Winston Jeshuran, with Coliseum Medical Centers, visited Daybreak to talk about back issues. Click on the video…
Florida Man Wanted For Murder Arrested in Bibb County
MACON, Ga - Bibb County Sheriff's Deputies arrested a man over the weekend who's wanted for a murder in Miami, Florida. Deputies said they arrested 27 year old Fred Erick Saint-Phard of Pembroke Pines, Florida just before 8 Sunday morning. Deputies…
Man wanted for questioning in weekend homicide
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help in locating 41-year-old Thelonius McAuthor Sumpter, who is wanted for questioning in connection with the homicide investigation of 35-year-old Ryan Glover. Glover was found dead near Central City Park on…
Rescue Mission makes sure people aren't alone this Thanksgiving
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Today is all about giving and showing thanks. A local organization is making sure people aren't alone or without a full belly this Thanksgiving. "A lot of the families that we come into contact with, we're…
Weather to be grateful for Thursday, ahead of rain to end the week
Good evening, Thanksgiving looks to be a really nice one across the southeast, but rainy days will be on the way just after the Thanksgiving holiday. Expect a chilly start across the area with temperatures in the 30's to start…
Two men wanted for questioning after enclosed trailer is stolen
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office wants to talk with two men after an enclosed trailer was stolen over the weekend.
Waitr and local businesses partner to help feed families for Thanksgiving
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - 'Tis the season for giving! A food delivery app and a local restaurant want to make sure less fortunate families don't go without a Thanksgiving plate. "I think the biggest thing with Waitr giving back is we're local.…
Students fill hundreds of boxes for Middle Georgia Food Bank Mobile Pantry Project
Students from schools around Bibb County took some time out of their Thanksgiving break to put together hundreds of boxes of non perishable foods.
Deputies warn of break-ins as holiday shopping season approaches
Bibb Deputies say while its the busiest time for holiday shoppers it's also a busy time for thieves searching for their next victims.
Aerospace company to bring 150 new jobs to Macon-Bibb
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - New jobs are coming to Macon-Bibb County. Tuesday, the Macon-Bibb Industrial Authority announced that Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems is openings a base of operations at Middle Georgia Regional Airport. The company is based out of…
29 new street lights coming to Eisenhower Parkway
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Macon-Bibb County Commission approved a plan to make Eisenhower Parkway a little brighter. The plan calls for installing 29 street lights along intersections of Eisenhower Parkway near Presidential Parkway, Bloomfield Road and Central Georgia Tech.…
Two west Macon bridges approved for upgrades
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Two west side Macon overpasses are closer to becoming safer for drivers. Tuesday night, the Macon-Bibb Commission approved an agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for preliminary engineering to replace the Tucker Road Overpass at Interstate…
Daybreak Interview - Thanksgiving Sides With Texas Roadhouse
MACON, Ga – Thanksgiving is almost here. If you're stressed out about what kind of sides to make this year, Texas Roadhouse has got you covered. Brittney Wesberry visited Daybreak to show us how to make a loaded sweet potato.…
Daybreak Interview - Houston Medical Center's Tree of Lights Ceremony
MACON, Ga – The holiday season is upon us! If you're looking for a fun, family activity and a way to give back to the community, you may want to check out Houston Medical Center's Tree of Lights Ceremony. Melissa…