MercyMe's "Imagine Nation Tour" to make stop in Macon
Multi-platinum selling contemporary Christian music band MercyMe will perform in Macon next year.
Test list
Local group kicks off “Pep Rally Series” to register people to vote
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local group is doing its part to make sure people register to vote. Registered and Ready is a pep rally happening Tuesday night at the Rosa Jackson Center. You can expect food, music, and other entertainment…
Local artist talks about upcoming "Sip N' Paint" events in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local artist is gearing up for several events over the next few weeks in Macon. You may have seen or heard about her business, "Sip N' Paint." Its owner, Tiara Groce talked to 41NBC Karlisha…
Tropical low off the east coast pumps moisture over Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - After a nice break from the humidity last week, more moisture will be flowing over Middle Georgia as a tropical low tries to form off the east coast of the United States. The National Hurricane Center…
Home is where the heart is: Warner Robins' Franklin commits to Buffalo
The Warner Robins football team has a new defensive back this season. Trey Franklin's journey to a college scholarship began in north Alabama.
Hundreds wait in line for interviews with Robins AFB during job fair
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Hundreds of job seekers waited in line for interviews with Robins Air Force Base. The base is looking to fill hundreds of positions. That's why it held a job fair at Middle Georgia State University, this morning.…
Boys to Men Mentoring Macon aims to help keep teens off the streets
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - 31 murders have plagued Macon and some of those crimes involve teens. That's why community members are looking solutions to keep youth safe. The Boys to Men Mentoring Macon is for men to unite and become part…
Nearly a week after his disappearance, missing man's family grows concerned
Family members of 53 year-old John Lewis Fleming III say last week was the last time they saw him. His mother says since then, it has been hard for her.
Trial begins, jury selected in bribery case involving former Bibb County leaders
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A jury has been selected in the case against former Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority Chairman/Director and a Tallahassee attorney. Both defendants, Cliffard Whitby and Harold Knowles, were in federal court when just jury selection started at 9…
Man Arrested After Home Invasion in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS,Ga - Warner Robins Police are investigating a home invasion that happened over the weekend. Officers responded to the 300 block of North Paul Street around 3:40 a.m. Saturday morning. Shots were fired during the invasion, but no was injured.…
15-Year Old Shot in Macon, Ran to Frank Johnson Center for Help
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A 15-year old boy was taken to the hospital Sunday afternoon after being shot in the upper thigh. That's according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Deputies say the boy heard a gunshot and realized he was shot.…
Warmer than normal weather continues, rain chances return to the forecast
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) -We are officially in the Fall season, but it's still going to be some time before it actually feels like Fall in Middle Georgia. The warmer than normal weather will continue this week, and unlike last week,…
The End Zone: Week 6 scores and highlights
Friday, September 21: Warner Robins 39, Northside 34 Veterans 31, Perry 24 Statesboro 6, West Laurens 22 Greenbrier 0, Baldwin 14 Kendrick 0, Peach County 49 Rutland 7, Westside 46 Bleckley County 21, Northeast 27 Dodge County 36, Southwest 20…
Rapper Lil Donald performs at Southwest High's pep rally
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Southwest High School students are ready for their homecoming game tonight against Dodge County. To get students at Southwest ready for the game organizers brought in a hip-hop star during their pep rally. Lil' Donald not…
Navicent Health's 'miracle child' returns for tour of new hospital
Navicent Health's Miracle Child returned for a visit Friday morning. Taylor Sanders and his family traveled from Newton, Georgia for a sneak peek at the new Beverly Knight Olsen Children's Hospital.
Bibb County deputies searching for missing man
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's office needs your help finding 53-year-old John Lewis Fleming, III. Fleming's girlfriend reported him missing on September 18th, and says she nor his family members have heard from him. She told deputies…
Macon-Bibb's NAACP urging mayor and sheriff to put amended curfew in place
Members of Macon-Bibb County's NAACP are urging the mayor and sheriff to put one in place after two murders and several armed robberies this week.
Northeast High meets state graduation rate, shining positive light on East Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The success rate of high school students graduating is on the rise in the Peach State this year. That's according to the latest numbers released by the State Superintendent's Office. The state average this year is…
Number of gang members decreases in Bibb Co., BSO says still work to do
The number of gang members in Bibb County has gone down. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says the number went from 600 to 500 in just a couple of years, but deputies are still seeing gang violence in the area.
Macon-Bibb remedies ongoing battle against illegal dumping with 'SeeClickFix'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Illegal dumping has been a problem the county has been dealing with for years according to Macon-Bibb County Officials. But there's a way you can help. They want to remind residents what to do if you…
NOW Entertainment launches campaign during Suicide Prevention Month
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An organization that works with music artists in Georgia is working to raise awareness during National Suicide Prevention Month. NOW Entertainment (Never Off Work Entertainment, LLC), is behind a campaign that's raising money for the American Foundation…
Discover Middle Georgia: Whistle Stop Cafe
JULIETTE, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - The state of Georgia is now known as the "Hollywood of the South." Many films have been produced in the state's big cities and small towns. One restaurant in Middle Georgia is famous for its role on…
Dickey Betts hospitalized after slipping at his Florida home
The "Ramblin' Man" singer-songwriter, Dickey Betts, is set to undergo brain surgery Friday after slipping in his backyard.
Two days until the official start of Fall, Mother Nature thinks otherwise...
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - The first day of Fall is just two days away, officially beginning at 9:54 p.m. on Saturday, September 22. However, Mother Nature is not prepared to act accordingly and provide Middle Georgia with fall-like weather. Instead,…
New Georgia Doom coach promises team won't disappoint in 2019
The Georgia Doom is hard at work restoring its image from its first season and getting a jump-start on season two.
The B.S. Report: Injury woes continue for Falcons
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - First, it was safety Keanu Neal. Then, it was linebacker Deion Jones. Running back Devonta Freeman was next, and on Tuesday we learned that left guard Andy Levitre is out for the season for the Atlanta…
Bibb County Sheriff: Despite rise in homicides, armed robberies are down this year
Despite the recent wave of crime in Macon, some crime numbers are actually down from last year's. That's according to Sheriff David Davis.
Macon couple aims to spread peace after recent violent crime
A Macon couple is working to spread peace throughout the community after a wave of violent crimes in Macon-Bibb County.
Man sentenced to prison for offering 14-year-old boy $100 for sex
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - 51-year-old Timothy Revis will spend 10 years in prison for offering a 14-year-old boy $100 for sex. Revis pleaded guilty to child molestation during a hearing in Bibb County Superior Court Wednesday. The teenager told Bibb…
REMEMBERING P.O.W: Warner Robins Police Department receive flag and memorial
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - There are over 82,500 American veterans who remain unaccounted for. That's according to the Georgia Chapter of Rolling Thunder. To honor those brave men and women in uniform, Rolling Thunder and the Warner Robins Police…
Warner Robins Police looking for the suspect from Tuesday night shooting
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is in the hospital tonight, after being shot multiple times in his stomach. Warner Robins police say 29-year old Kiereyon Collier was transported to Medical Center, Navicent Health just after 11, Tuesday night. After…
Macon teen shares inspiration behind viral meme
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Elijah Rutland says his notifications on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram are constantly going off after his meme went viral. He's the 19-year-old from Macon behind the remake of a meme featuring a character from the cartoon…
Second arrest made in connection to the murder of Macon teen
A second arrest has been made in connection to the murder of 17-year-old Pedro Garcia.
Heat dome builds over the southeast, drier air hangs around this week
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - All summer long, humidity has played a major role in the forecast here in Middle Georgia. This week, drier air will filter down south as a ridge of high pressure builds up over the eastern half…
Restaurant Report Card: September 18th, 2018
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Here are you health inspections scores from around Middle Georgia. See if your favorite restaurant made the list! TACO BELL - PIZZA HUT 170 TOM HILL SR BLVD MACON, GA 31210 Last Inspection Score: 84 MARCO…
Neighbors weigh in on violence after arrest made in Macon's 32nd murder
Bibb County Deputies now believe they may have one of two suspects in connection with the murder of a Macon teen. But community members are still shaken up.
Macon men sentenced to life for killing warrants clerk in 2015
A jury found two men guilty in the 2015 murder of a Bibb County Sheriff's employee, 23-year-old Vernard Mays.
Apartment fire displaces multiple Warner Robins families
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Multiple families are trying to find a new place to call home after a fire Monday ruined their apartment. Chelsea McGhee and her 8-year old daughter have minor cuts and burns. With most of their…
Dallemand to testify in Whitby trial, recordings among evidence
Former Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority chairman, Cliffard Whitby, and a Tallahassee attorney, Harold Knowles, will go on trial next week.
Hundreds may lose jobs when Husquarva closes or sells McRae plant in 2019
MCRAE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Husquarva announced today that is plans to close its McRae operations in 2019. Up to 1,000 people work at that plant during peak seasons. Around 500 people would be scheduled to work there at the time of…
High pressure builds up this week leading to sunshine and high temperatures
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) -What's left of Florence is moving up into the northeast, bringing showers and storms to that region of the United States. Meanwhile, a high pressure system will build up across the East Coast, giving way to sunshine…
Robber points gun at clerk, takes cash from Macon Circle K
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A robber pointed a gun a store clerk early Tuesday morning as he stole cash from the registers. Deputies responded to the Circle K at 2580 Riverside Drive, just before 1:30 a.m. He was last seen running…
17-year old shot, killed in Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- 17-year old Pedro Garcia died from a single gunshot wound overnight, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Deputies were called to the 600 block of Villa Crest Avenue, just before 11:30 p.m. Monday. That's when they…
Judge won't force Georgia to use paper ballots for midterms
ATLANTA (AP) — A federal judge on Monday said forcing Georgia to scrap its electronic voting machines in favor of paper ballots for the upcoming midterm elections is too risky, though she said the state needs to move quickly to…
Driver hits child with pickup, fires shots after family chases him
A 4-year-old boy was taken to Medical Center, Navicent Health after being hit by a pickup truck Monday night.
Bibb Sheriff's Office looking for drug store robber
The Bibb County Sheriff's office is looking for a man who robbed a Macon drug store Monday night.
Mayor hopes improvements make Warner Robins hub city for sports
Improvements and new additions are coming to Warner Robins parks and sports complexes.
MTA to install additional surveillance cameras around Terminal Station
Macon Transit Authority is trying to make Downtown's Historic Terminal Station safer by installing additional surveillance cameras.
County tackles blight, builds new fire station and sheriff's precinct
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The county is tackling the issue of blight throughout multiple Macon neighborhoods. Commissioners say their goal is to tear down dozens of blighted properties, yearly. In a continuous effort to reduce crime and clean up neighborhoods…
Macon man sentenced to 40 years in deadly drug deal
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - 20-year-old Qontavis Bryant will serve close to 30 years in prison after admitting to shooting and killing 36-year-old Ralfeale Lowe over $400 worth of marijuana. Bryant admitted to bragging about the 2016 shooting and robbery during…