Houston County 'hero' saves the day, helps residents with major damage
Thousands of people in Houston County are without power still and cleaning up the mess Hurricane Michael made. But some people had a little extra help.
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"It's just a big mess," Crawford County families begin cleaning-up after tornado touches down
CRAWFORD COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The National Weather Service confirms an EF-1 tornado touched down in Crawford County, impacting dozens of homes and structures. Now the community is beginning the clean-up process. Families off Flint Rivers Estates and Highway 128…
Hurricane Michael knocks over hundreds of trees, blocking Macon County Streets
MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon County took a big hit from Michael. There were a lot of trees down, some blocking main streets in houses and on downtown businesses. Macon County EMA Director James Connor says they have mostly all…
Flint Energies Reporting 18,000+ Without Power
GEORGIA (WMGT/41NBC) - Flint Energies is reporting approximately 18,012 consumer-members in the service area are without power following Hurricane Michael. Chief Operating Officer Ty Diamond says the storm is a catastrophic event that will likely take five to six days…
Michael causes a lot of damage in Middle Georgia
MACON, Ga- Hurricane Michael caused a lot of damage in Middle Georgia. A tree is down on Randolph Street in Oglethorpe in Macon County. Another tree was down on Highway 90 near Old Ideal Road. A tree landed on a…
UPDATE: Storm Cleanup Begins in Macon-Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - With Tropical Storm Michael out of the region, crews in Macon-Bibb County are starting the cleanup process. As of 5:00pm, Georgia Power reports there are 3,900 homes and businesses that can accept power that are still without…
Streets closed In Macon due to Michael
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Several streets in Macon are closed this morning in the aftermath of Hurricane Michael. According to Macon-Bibb County Spokesman, Chris Floore, these are the streets that are closed: 12th and Prince Avenue Avondale Mill Road Baxter…
Tropical Storm Michael exits Middle Georgia, nicer weather on the way
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Michael arrived in Middle Georgia late Wednesday night around 10:00 p.m. as a Category 1 hurricane packing strong winds and heavy rainfall. The system was downgraded to a tropical storm shortly after midnight Thursday morning. The…
Thousands of Middle Georgia homes without power after Michael
There are several power outages throughout the area.
Laurens Co. EMA opens shelter as historic Category 1 hurricane approaches
Emergency Management Officials in Dublin are now preparing for the most powerful storm they've ever faced with Michael now predicted to hit as a hurricane.
Georgia Power preparing for anticipated outages in Michael aftermath
Now that Hurricane Michael has made landfall, Georgia Power is monitoring the storm and planning for their response to anticipated power outages.
American Red Cross designates South Bibb Rec Center as shelter during Hurricane Michael
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - American Red Cross is advising everyone to seek shelter from Hurricane Michael. The American Red Cross is expecting to shelter over 200 Hurricane Michael evacuees at South Bibb Recreational Center. When you arrive you'll check in…
Storm damage reported in Crawford County
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- According to Crawford County EMA, structural damage has been reported on Flint River Estate Road. The fire department is on the way to this area. Please be cautious or find alternate routes if you are in this area.
Communities Issue Curfews Ahead of Hurricane Michael
GEORGIA (WMGT/41NBC) - As Hurricane Michael approaches Middle Georgia, several areas have issued mandatory curfews: Baldwin County and Milledgeville: Police Chief Dray Swicord and Sheriff Bill Massee have issued a curfew beginning at 11:00pm Wednesday until further notice. Bleckley County: Sheriff…
Georgia National Fair Reschedules Performances Due to Hurricane Michael
Perry,Ga (41NBC/WMGT)-Due to Hurricane Michael entering the area, The Georgia National Fair in Perry is closed today, October 10th. It will reopen tomorrow, October 11th, when conditions are deemed safe. Performances for the fair have been rescheduled due to the…
Macon Man Sentenced to 20 Years For Shooting Woman
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A repeat felon is sentenced to another 20 years behind bars for shooting a woman in 2016. After deliberating for less than two hours, jurors found 48-year-old Julius Laverneius Muff guilty of aggravated assault. Due to…
Daybreak Interview - Domestic Violence Awareness Month Events
MACON, Ga – The Salvation Army Safe House will be hosting events throughout the month of October for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Salvation Army Captain Ruth Kenyon spoke with 41NBC’s Amanda Corna on Daybreak about the upcoming events. Click on…
Michael strengthens to Category 4 hurricane, tropical storm conditions in Middle Georgia today
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Hurricane Michael intensified to a Category 4 storm overnight, now packing winds up to 140 mph. As of 7 a.m. Wednesday, the hurricane was located just over 100 miles away from Panama City, FL. Michael is…
Hurricane Michael intensifying, forecast to become Category 4 by landfall
After a few areas of light showers this evening, more rain and damaging winds are on the way to Middle Georgia as Michael makes landfall and quickly moves inland. The latest forecast track from the National Hurricane Center forecasts that…
Macon-Bibb County Health Department offering free mammograms this month
October is breast cancer awareness month and the Macon-Bibb County Health Department is using it as an opportunity to promote women's health.
As Hurricane Michael approaches, EMA officials share what to expect
Minute by minute the updates are changing as a strengthening Michael continues to make its way. Here's what EMA officials say about the storm's status.
Bibb Co. Sheriff's Office celebrates First Annual Night to Unite
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is calling out to the community to unite. Tuesday night is the Sheriff's Office's First Annual Night to Unite. With murders on the rise in Macon and October being National Domestic…
Mayor declares State of Emergency for Macon-Bibb County
Macon-Bibb County Mayor Robert Reichert declared a State of Emergency for the county as Hurricane Michael is expected to make landfall.
Hurricane Michael closings and cancellations
Several middle Georgia schools and events are being impacted by Hurricane Michael. We will add to this list as we get updates.
Jury finds Whitby, Knowles not guilty
UPDATE: A federal grand jury found Cliffard Whitby and Harold Knowles not guilty on all 8 charges including bribery and conspiracy. "This community has been split and divided," said Whitby. "We want to do anything we can. We love our…
Gov. Nathan Deal declares State of Emergency ahead of Michael
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Governor Nathan Deal has issued a state of emergency for 108 of the state's 152 counties ahead of Hurricane Michael's arrival this week. The declaration was made based on the latest forecast from the National Hurricane…
Daybreak Interview - Bonaire Boys Club Annual Charity Golf Tournament
MACON, Ga - The Bonaire Boys Club will be hosting it's annual Charity Golf Tournament this weekend. Dusty Wilder spoke with 41NBC's Amanda Corna on Daybreak about the golf tournament. The Golf Tournament is Saturday, October 13th at the Waterford…
Men In Clown Masks Commit Armed Robbery in Macon
MACON, Ga -The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for two men wanted for an armed robbery in Macon. Deputies say it happened at the Melody Magic Mart at 2487 Rocky Creek Road in the city just before 5 a.m. Tuesday…
S.U.V and Car Crash, Sends Five People to the Hospital
MACON, Ga - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a traffic accident that happened just before six Monday night on Williamson Road in Macon. According to the Sheriff's Office, a Ford Expedition that was traveling east on Williamson Road…
Tropical storm conditions possible Wednesday-Thursday in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Early Tuesday morning, Michael remained a Category 1 hurricane with 90 mph sustained winds. The system is still forecast to make landfall as a Category 3 hurricane along the Florida panhandle near Panama City, FL Wednesday…
Suspect in custody in Dublin homicide investigation
Police in Dublin now have a suspect in custody in a homicide that happened early Monday evening. Police are now searching the home where he was found.
11 PM Update: Hurricane Michael continues to intensify, bringing threat of rain and wind to Middle Georgia
Good evening, Hurricane Michael continues to strengthen as the storm moves farther north into the Gulf of Mexico. As of the 11 pm update from the National Hurricane Center, the storm has sustained winds of 90 mph and gusts of…
Georgia National Fair launches user-friendly mobile app
New exhibits and entertainment aren't the only thing fairgoers can look forward to for this year's Georgia National Fair.
What to do if you lose your child at the Georgia National Fair
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With so much going on, a kid's mind can easily become distracted and wonder off without an adult. If you're at the fair and lose your kid, Perry Police Captain Heath Dykes says to find someone in…
Hurricane Michael may have an impact on the Georgia National Fair
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With Hurricane Michael possibly effecting our area, that means it may rain on the fun at the Georgia National Fair. The Georgia National Fairgrounds Director says the rides are built to sustain harsh weather, but fairground…
Defendant in Bibb County bribery case testifies: 'I'm the victim here'
A defendant in the bribery case involving former Bibb County leaders took the stand Monday morning.
American Red Cross needs more winter blood drives
The American Red Cross is calling for groups and businesses to host blood drives during the months of December, January and February.
Michael to become a hurricane today, will impact Gulf Coast and Middle Georgia this week
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Tropical Storm Michael is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane Monday afternoon and impact the Gulf Coast by the middle of the week. Middle Georgia can also expect to be impacted by the tropical system as…
Tropical Storm Michael strengthens, is forecast to head to the Gulf Coast and Middle Georgia
Good evening, As we head into the start of the week, all eyes turn to the Gulf of Mexico, where Tropical Storm Michael is gaining strength. Michael is expected to intensify further as it moves into the gulf and finally…
Three teens arrested in connection to Friday Waffle House robbery
Bibb County deputies have made several arrests in connection to an armed robbery at a Waffle House in Macon early Friday morning.
Bibb County football teams pay special tribute to Pike Co. teen
High school football teams in Bibb County are playing the rest of this season "Dylan Strong". Players are adding a hint of black and red to their uniforms.
Georgia's DDS Experiencing Driver License System Outage
The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) is working on a plan to open licensing locations this weekend and Monday, following a service outage Friday. According to a statement from DDS, the driver license system outage is related to a…
Arrest Make In Dollar General, Family Dollar Break-Ins
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A Macon man is charged in connection with several burglaries in the Houston Avenue area. Bibb County deputies arrested 58-year-old Ernesto Canty, Sr. on Houston Avenue around 10:00 Thursday night. Canty is now a suspect in over…
Macon Man Charged With More Than 20 Counts of Entering Autos
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A Macon man is facing charges for breaking into vehicles in South and West Bibb County. Deputies arrested 19-year-old Tylaun Mullins in connection to more than 27 separate entering auto incidents. Deputies located Mullins at an…
City breaks ground for long awaited Jeffersonville Road project
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Some residence in east Macon now have a sigh of relief. The city broke ground on the Jeffersonville Road project Friday morning. Jeffersonville Road is the pulse of the east Macon community. The construction cones are…
Defense witness denies events in Dallemand's bribe story
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Day 10 of trial in the bribery case against Cliffard Whitby and Harold Knowles continued with testimonies from the defense's witnesses. One of the testimonies, contradicted the star witness' story. Friday morning, Pinnacle Construction Support Group…
Macon Plant Moving Operations To South Carolina
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A Macon plant is moving its operations to South Carolina and taking several jobs with it. Ingersoll Rand announced that it will stop manufacturing operations in Macon by the end of this year. The company is a…
As flu season approaches, doctors encourage getting shots early
For most people, fall means flu season awareness and doctors at Navicent Health want to remind Middle Georgia residents to get their shots early.
Pedestrian Hit, Killed In South Macon
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a traffic fatality that happened on Broadway at Houston Rd, just after 07:00 Friday morning. According to deputies, 51-year-old Carvin Hill was crossing Broadway, going east, when he stepped in…
Three Men Wanted For Waffle House Armed Robbery
MACON,Ga -The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for three men wanted for an armed robbery in Macon. Deputies say the robbery happened at the Waffle House Restaurant at 4731 Chambers Road in the city just before 5 a.m. Friday. According…