MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local artist gets a chance to display his artwork at a National Juried Exhibition. Charvis Harrell's artwork reflects social justice issues. This lands him a spot in the State of the Union National Juried Exhibition.…
Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series star Kyle Busch will race a Super Late Model at Crisp Motorsports Park's "Speedfest" next month.
One man ends up in hospital, the other in custody
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-The week-long interactive hide and seek game "find me Funzy the Fox" has been in the making since 2010. Founder and Bibb county Resident Bryan Scott is on a mission to help children and parents spend more quality…
Man robs clerk at gunpoint
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Warner Robins woman is in jail for killing her girlfriend in front of police. Warner Robins Police have been to the couple's home at Foxwood Apartments off Watson BLVD several times over domestic disputes. This…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Today is the first day of Kwanzaa and many residents here in Macon are kicking off the first day at the Douglass Theatre. "It’s about continuity in the community and teaching our children about education in…
Good evening, The sunshine from the weekend has now made an exit from our forecast for quite a while...sorry. A large weather system is moving through the middle of the country right now, bringing heavy rain and severe storms to…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Santa was busy delivering presents on Christmas, and a Macon family received the gift of life. "It was a Christmas miracle. I didn't expect to have my first-born son on Christmas because his due date was…
MACON, Ga – Before you start your workout, you might want to do a few simple exercises so you don't injury yourself. Catalina Torres Lopez, from Navicent Health’s Wellness Center, stopped by Daybreak to show off some exercises for your shoulder…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Stores are still busy this Christmas eve with last-minute shoppers looking for the perfect gift - less than a day before Christmas. There are shoppers who are still gathering last minute gifts before the big holiday.…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An old Christmas tradition at Central State Hospital in Milledgeville is lighting up its quad again. The hospital had a Christmas display for many years, but due to a recent decline at the hospital and smaller…
PERRY, Ga - An elderly man that went missing in Perry early Sunday morning has been found dead. Perry Police say they found the body of 88 year old Willie Patterson near the Ramada Inn on Valley Drive in Perry.…
MACON, Ga - Bibb County Deputies are investigating a shooting that injured a man in Macon Sunday night. Deputies say it happened on Houston Avenue near Villa Crest Avenue just after 7:30 p.m. Deputies say there was a fight inside…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb investigators are working this year's 40th homicide. Coroner Leon Jones is worrying that number will grow before the year is over. "40 homicides in Macon. This is not Atlanta, DeKalb County, this is Macon, Georgia,"…
Good evening, It is a chilly night across Middle Georgia as we experience our first night of winter. Saturday will be a nice day in Middle Georgia with highs in the mid-50's and breezy conditions hanging around through much of…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Some high school senior football players are getting one more chance to play before graduating. Student-athletes from across Georgia are hoping to score college scholarships this weekend. It's east Georgia versus west for the Georgia Sports…
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) –The brand new, long-awaited fire station & sheriff precinct is ready to serve the Napier community. The Bert Bivins Fire Station and Sheriff Precinct is officially open. The brand new facility is named after district 5 commissioner…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The City of Milledgeville and Baldwin County are still battling over who is responsible for certain services. Now, the county says it will no longer provide library or animal control services within the city of Milledgeville. County…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A team effort between the Macon Sports Hall of Fame, Macon Housing Authority, and BSN Sports is providing equipment for young athletes. BSN Sports is donating a couple thousand dollars worth of equipment to football players and…
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating another deadly shooting in the downtown Macon area. Around 1:00am Friday, a patrol deputy found a man with a gun shot wound lying at the corner of Poplar and Third…
MACON, Ga - If you're looking to get into the holiday spirit, Friday morning's Daybreak guests can probably help with that. Central High School's Glee Club stopped by to perform some holiday songs. Click on the video to listen.
A 23-year-old man was arrested Thursday morning in connection to three separate homicide investigations.
Good evening, Rain moved into Middle Georgia overnight and has continued through the day and into this evening. More rain is on the way from Alabama as low pressure pushes through the area tonight. Not expecting much in the way…
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Middle Georgia Community Food Bank and World Changers church are partnering with Northeast high school to distribute food to families in need before the holidays. Students and faculty are taking the challenge to stop hunger…
Forsyth, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The new sheriff of Monroe County has been officially sworn in today. This afternoon sheriff-elect Brad Freeman was sworn in at the Monroe County Courthouse. He says he has a few things he plans to do…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Subaru of Macon is driving some relief to the Daybreak Center on Walnut Street. "Stock the Subaru" is part of Subaru's "Share the Love" program. Subaru gave $250 to charity for every car sold this month.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Talks of a possible abortion clinic coming to Macon has caused some controversy since word of the clinic in May. Sidewalks at the corner of Walnut and Spring Street are empty and it's a lot quieter…
MACON, Ga – With the holidays in full swing, baking may be something on your to do list. Felicia Howard, who owns Felicia's Cake Factory in Macon, visited Daybreak to show you how to make cupcakes look festive. Click on the…
Good evening, Our stretch of dry weather has run out here in Middle Georgia as we end the week on a soggy note. A strong low pressure system will bring periods of heavy rain to much of Middle Georgia through…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Some Middle Georgia families are saying "thank you" to complete strangers this Christmas. "It's just hard this year, so we've had to reach out," grandmother of three Teresa Wilson said. Ashley Wilson is a single mother…
Georgia's regional airport and contour airlines is now in service for flights between Macon and Tampa, Florida. Passenger, Christi Moore says that she is excited and ready for this trip and loves flying out of Georgia's Regional Airport. "It's better…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Community Foundation of Central Georgia is announcing winners for its first On the Table, Conversation to Action grants. In October, community members got together for good food and conversation to discuss issues and solutions in…
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A Covington, Georgia man is facing charges after deputies say they found him sitting inside a local law office with no clothes. David Bryant Walker, 31, is charged with Burglary-2nd degree-Felony, Willful Obstruction of Law Enforcement-Felony, and…
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly crash involving a pedestrian. The accident happened around 7:00am Wednesday on Eisenhower Parkway near Log Cabin Drive. Deputies say 58-year-old Teresa Owen Gracia was crossing the road,…
MACON, Ga - Warming up and stretching is a very important thing to do before you begin a workout. Catalina Torres Lopez, from Navicent Health’s Wellness Center, stopped by Daybreak show off some simple stretches you can do. For a full…
WARNER ROBINS, Ga - The Warner Robins Police Department is looking for the person who robbed a gas station Tuesday night. According to the Police Department's Facebook page, the robbery happened at the Citgo at 218 Martin Luther King Blvd just…
Good evening, Clouds have already started to increase across Middle Georgia this evening. Expect clouds to hang around through the day on Wednesday, before our next rainmaker starts to impact the area overnight. Low pressure will push in from the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Houston county student is headed to the White House after winning a Congressional App Challenge. Houston County High School Student, Rumi Lee placed first in the eighth congressional district for her app. She is…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office recognized community members, pastors, and law enforcement officials today. The Sheriff's Office held it's annual Christmas luncheon. People gathered over good food, conversation, and awards. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office recognized…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Houston County's leadership is thinking of ways to attract more visitors. The county wants to become a destination location. "I don't think residents realize just how many of the people they see in their restaurants…
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The man accused of beating another man during a Father's Day cook-out is now facing murder charges. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says it is now investigating Macon-Bibb's 38th homicide. Thirty-one year old James Patterson is now…
MACON, Ga - Christmas is just a week away and gift wrapping may be something that's left on your to list. Scott Mitchell, who owns Travis Jean Emporium in Macon, visited Daybreak to show you how to wrap the perfect present.…
Good evening, We saw a nice warm day across Middle Georgia, with some areas getting into the 70's, but warm days will be making an exit through the week. Sunny skies remain through Tuesday with highs making it back into…
LIZELLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb District Attorney's Office is releasing new information on the officer involved shooting that killed a Lizella woman, last week. D.A David Cooke says the woman, Kacey Gay, shot at officers causing Bibb County Deputy…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Governor's Office of Highway Safety is helping pedestrians arrive alive in Macon-Bibb. The office is renewing a grant for the Macon-Bibb Pedestrian Safety Review Board. With pedestrians "On the Move," the city and state are…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Two people are dead following a crash in Baldwin County over the weekend. The crash happened around 12:30 Sunday afternoon near the intersection of Vinson Highway and the Fall Line Freeway. According to Georgia State Patrol…
MACON, Ga – While the holidays are a time to have fun, it's also important to stay safe during your holiday activities. Dr. Benjie Christie, who’s a Trauma Surgeon with Medical Center Navicent Health, visited daybreak to talk about holiday…
MACON, Ga - Bibb County Deputies are trying to find the person who shot a man in Macon over the weekend. Deputies say they were called to the intersection of Knightsbridge Road at Knightsbridge Place just before 11 Saturday night…
WARNER ROBINS, Ga - Police in Warner Robins are investigating a shooting that left one man dead. According to Jennifer Parson, with the Warner Robins Police Department, officers responded to a shots fired call at the 300 block of Ridgestone…