New owner to turn abandoned factory into recycling plant in Montezuma
An old abandoned factory building in Montezuma will soon have new purpose. It'll come with nearly 100 new jobs and residents are excited to see it.
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Defense questions Dallemand's truthfulness of bribery story
Defense attorneys started to cross examine former Bibb County School superintendent, Dr. Romain Dallemand in day 6 of trial Monday morning.
Mercer student launches peanut business, inspired by family
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A student at Mercer University is trading in his basketball jersey for a shot at owning his own business. Mac Brydon is the owner of Bear Food, a gourmet peanut business inside the University's Innovation Center.…
Nine Middle Georgia Zaxby's help raise $135,000 for Hurricane Florence Survivors
MACON, Georgia( 41NBC/WMGT)- Zaxby's, including nine restaurants from middle Georgia, joined efforts with the American Red Cross to raise relief efforts for survivors of Hurricane Florence. On September 20th, more than 600 Zaxby locations along with corporate donations raised more…
Kroger customers raise more than $132,000 for Hurricane Florence survivors
ATLANTA, Georgia (41 NBC/WGMT)- Kroger is offering some relief for the survivors of Hurricane Florence. Customers and associates in the Atlanta Division raised more than $132,000 to help the American Red Cross. The effort was part of an initiative that…
O'Quinn Heating and Air robber on the loose
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WGMT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office needs your help identifying a robber. It happened Monday morning around 2:30 at the O'Quinn Heating and Air on 3800 Broadway. Deputies say the man broke in through the front door and…
Playing With A Gun Caused Warner Robins Man's Death
WARNER ROBINS, Ga - Playing with gun caused the death of 24 year old man over the weekend. According to the Warner Police Department, officers responded to the 100 block of Franklin Square around 2:15 a.m. Saturday morning. That's where…
Drier air returns to Middle Georgia, temperatures trend upwards
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - The first week of October will be much drier than the last week of September in Middle Georgia as drier air slips down south. Monday morning will start with a bit of cloud cover, but more…
Bibb deputies searching for suspects after Dollar General robbery
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for three men who robbed a Dollar General Friday night.
The End Zone: Week 7 scores and highlights
Check out scores and highlights from Week 7 of The End Zone.
Bibb Co. School District explains random search procedures
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 17-year-old student bonded out of jail after high school campus police found a loaded handgun at school. Police confiscated a nine-millimeter during random search at Howard High School. New safety procedures for the Bibb County School District…
Teams Ready For Sunday's Battle of Bands in Macon
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Local bands and dance teams are getting ready to put on a big show in Macon. Hundreds of people are expected to fill Henderson Stadium on Sunday for the annual Battle of the Band. Families can…
'The eagle has landed': Dallemand explains how he hid alleged bribe money
Former Bibb County School Superintendent Dr. Romain Dallemand explained how he and former Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA) chairman, Cliffard Whitby funneled alleged bribe money, Friday morning.
Sheriff's Office Needs Public's Help Finding Armed Robbery Suspect
MACON, Ga - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for its help finding a man wanted for an armed robbery. It happened around 7:40 p.m. Thursday night at Big Daddy's Liquor Store at 3145 Napier Avenue in Macon.…
Temperatues drop this weekend, drier air moves in next week
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - The tropical moisture that has been sitting over the Deep South this week will finally be exiting the region in the next seven days. Drier air is expected to move in next week, and temperatures will…
School Officials Kick Off National School Lunch Week
More than 400 school nutrition professionals gathered in Macon to kick off National School Lunch Week. School cafeteria and school district leaders gathered for the event at the Macon Centreplex. The luncheon focused on school trends, farm to school programs…
Macon-Bibb Commissioners announce phase two of Central City Skate Park
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon skaters and skateboarders will soon have a new place to enjoy their hobbies. Macon-Bibb County Commissioners and the Recreation Department announced the second phase of the Central City Skate Park. It includes a competition size…
Campus Search Leads To Gun Discovered At Howard High School
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A random campus search leads to a gun discovered at a Bibb County school. Campus police at Howard High School recovered a gun from a student Thursday during random classroom searches. During one of the searches,…
Changing Macon-Bibb County's curfew presents some legal challenges
As community members are continuing the discussion on enforcing a curfew change in Macon-Bibb, some are trying to figure out if it's legally possible.
Lt. General Richard Scobee named Chief of the Air Force Reserve
Lt. General Richard Scobee was officially named Chief of the Air Force Reserve and Commander of the Air Force Reserve Command on Thursday.
UPDATE: Boil water advisory lifted for part of Warner Robins
UPDATE: In an email sent by the Mayor's office just after 6:15 on Friday, the boil water advisory has been lifted. WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A boil water alert is in effect for part of Warner Robins because of a…
Discover Middle Georgia: Allman Brothers Band Museum
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - American rock music was extremely popular in the 1960's and 70's with many artists writing and performing across the nation. One band produced many of their own hit songs right here in Middle Georgia. Vineville Avenue showcases…
Small risk for strong/severe storms in Middle Georgia Thursday
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Strong to severe storms will be possible across the southeast Thursday afternoon with a small risk here in Middle Georgia. The Set-Up: A stalled cold front is acting as a boundary between dry and cool air…
GHSA Basketball Championships returning to Macon in 2019
The Macon Coliseum will host all four days of the 2019 Georgia High School Association Basketball Championships.
The B.S. Report: Braves Win the National League East
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Braves are the champions of the National League East. They are on their way to a 90-plus win season, something that no one predicted would happen. This has been a dream season, and it is…
Navicent Health holds 12th Annual Stroke Symposium
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Medical professionals and students are in town for an annual stroke symposium... at Medical Center, Navicent Health Wednesday morning. The hospital held its 12th Annual Stroke Symposium. Discussions include the latest research, treatment and therapy for…
FBI agent: Dallemand investigation prompted Whitby, Knowles case
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Day 3 in the trial against former Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA) chairman Cliffard Whitby and Harold Knowles ended with an FBI agent on the witness stand. The prosecution called Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Agent…
FBI: Macon-metro area ranks 3rd in GA for most violent crimes, 1st for property crimes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The FBI released new crime statistics reflecting the Macon-metro area, ranking it third for violent crimes in Georgia. The city is down in property crimes, but the region ranks first. The Macon-metro area consists of five…
Timber company sued, accused of defrauding elders
The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office filed a lawsuit against a Pike County-based timber company and six co-conspirators Wednesday.
Joey Stuckey celebrating life with annual "Alive Day" event
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Award winning musician, Joey Stuckey is celebrating his "Alive Day" this weekend. This is the second year that Stuckey will celebrate the removal of his brain tumor. He is hosting a free, family-friendly street party Saturday…
Police in Cochran investigating complaint filed against fire chief
Police in Cochran are now investigating Cochran's Fire Chief Kevin Noles after a complaint was filed against him. Stay with 41NBC for updates.
Burke Brothers hope to inspire youth with filming of new show in Macon
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two brothers from Macon are getting ready to bring Hollywood to Middle Georgia. Victor Burke and Vanzil Burke of The Burke Management Firm in L.A., are debuting the new movie, "His, Hers, & the Truth," featuring…
Restaurant Report Card: September 25th, 2018
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Here are the latest in health inspection scores around Middle Georgia: CHECKER'S DRIVE-IN RESTAURANT #6154 91 SPRING ST MACON, GA 31201 Last Inspection Score: 88 Pizza Hut 3755 BLOOMFIELD RD MACON, GA 31204 Last Inspection Score:…
Investigators in Bibb County searching for female card theft suspect
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office Financial Crimes Unit is looking to the public for help finding a woman they believe stole bank card information.
Warner Robins man hit by van after robbery sentenced to prison
A man who was hit by a van in 2017 after robbing a man at gunpoint was sentenced to prison Monday.
Deputies investigating a string of burglaries in Macon
Investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office are now looking for the suspects responsible for a string of burglaries in Macon early Tuesday morning.
Whitby's attorney claims money given to Dallemand was an investment, not a bribe
The second day of trial in the bribery case involving former Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority chairman, Cliffard Whitby and Tallahassee attorney, Harold Knowles, started with opening statements, Tuesday morning.
Community members cut hair off in support of childhood cancer awareness
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It was "Go Bald or Go Home" for some people at Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital, Navicent Health this morning. September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. It's the fifth annual "Go Bald or Go Home"…
MercyMe's "Imagine Nation Tour" to make stop in Macon
Multi-platinum selling contemporary Christian music band MercyMe will perform in Macon next year.
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,…