Keep Macon Bibb Beautiful set to hand out free Yoshino Cherry Tree saplings
Keep Macon Bibb Beautiful set to hand out free Yoshino Cherry Tree saplings
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Man shot in the face while walking near downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 19-year-old man is recovering after he was shot in the face early Wednesday Morning. Bibb County Deputies say Raeshon Waters was walking on Pine Street with Rashard Taylor and Tavarse Baldwin when someone fired shots…
Downtown Challenge awards $480K in project grants to local businesses
The Downtown Challenge has done it again--and by 'it'--we mean bringing nearly half a million dollars of investment into Macon for several new projects.
Macon-Bibb County Commissioners consider two new penny sales taxes
The Macon-Bibb County Commission is considering adding, two new penny sales taxes.
Veteran-owned Firehouse Subs opens in Perry
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A brand new Firehouse Subs restaurant had its grand opening today in Perry. In keeping with the establishment's firehouse tradition, a fire hose "uncoupling" ceremony was held instead of a traditional ribbon cutting. This particular store…
Residents honored at Bibb County Sheriff's District Four Luncheon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Two Macon residents were honored at the Bibb County Sheriff's Office District four luncheon Tuesday morning Lieutenant Cornelius Pendleton said the two residents have always been helpful to police for more than 60 years. Pendleton said police…
New mural in Mercer Village represents struggles in African American Culture
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new mural is now up in Mercer Village. An artist named Jorael Elliot visited from New Mexico to paint the mural. The…
GHSA president on radio show: "Calhoun is definitely 3A champion"
Appearing as a guest on John Druckenmiller's "Hometown" radio show on WRGA in Rome, Dr. Glenn White was asked about Peach County questioning the result of last Friday's AAA championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium after a controversial call in the fourth quarter.
Former UGA Coach Vince Dooley set to visit Middle Georgia
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - You’ll find former University of Georgia head football coach, Vince Dooley, in Warner Robins this week. Dooley will be signing copies of his books Thursday at the Kroger on Watson Boulevard. He has published more…
Flu activity on the rise in Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Flu activity is on the rise in Georgia. In the beginning of December, the state saw outbreaks of flu or increased influenza-like illness including laboratory confirmed influenza. The CDC says flu activity peaks sometime between December…
Arrest made in Warner Robins murder
Arrest made in Warner Robins murder
Cold returns to Middle Georgia
Good Evening! Well tonight has been a pretty mild evening so far, but temperatures are expected to take a dive during the early morning hours Tuesday. By tomorrow a cold front moves through the southeast and keeps our temperatures in the…
Macon-Bibb hoping to attract competitions with Phase 2 of skate park
Word on the asphalt is Macon-Bibb is working to expand its Central City Skate Park and they're using input from local skate boarders to do it.
Air Force Thunderbirds performing at Robins AFB in 2019
ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The United States Air Force Thunderbirds will perform at Robins Air Force Base in 2019, according to the air show's schedule. The Thunderbirds will be making their stop September 28-29, 2019. The show…
Luther Williams Field gets major renovations for the first time in decades
Construction is now underway at Luther Williams Field in Macon.
The U.S Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots makes final push to provide Middle Georgia kids with toys for the holidays
The U.S Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots makes final push to provide Middle Georgia kids with toys for the holidays
Peach County principal hand-delivers appeal letter to GHSA
Peach County High School has submitted its appeal letter to the Georgia High School Association and is waiting for a response.
Person dead following car accident in South Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sherrif's Office is investigating the crash that killed 36-year-old Cornelius Epie. Deputies say Epie was getting off the Pio Nono Avenue ramp on I-75S when he lost control of his truck and crashed…
Arrests made in murder investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Deputies arrested two people over the weekend in connection to one of the murders that took place on Halloween. Around 4 p.m. Saturday, Bibb Deputies and the US Marshals Southeastern Regional Fugitive Task Force…
Macon-Bibb Deputies arrest fugitive
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Deputies with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office arrested a fugitive wanted for escape from Savannah-Chatham County. Around 6 p.m. on Sunday, Bibb Deputies received information from the US Marshals Southeastern Regional Fugitive Task Force that fugitive…
Family puts on Toys for Tots in honor of fallen marine
The family of a fallen marine is using the season of giving to honor his death by helping underprivileged kids--collecting Toys for Tots.
BCSO in search of two armed robbery suspects
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the armed robbery attempt of Tai Wan Chinese Restaurant on Pio Nono Avenue just after 6:30 PM on Saturday.
Deputies make an arrest in East Macon homicide
BCSO deputies and members of the US Marshals located and arrested Trayvion Lamonte Burney who they believe is responsible for the shooting back in October.
BCSO looking for suspects in hotel shooting on Riverside Drive
The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is investigating an aggravated assault incident that happened in the parking lot of a hotel on Riverside Drive.
UPDATE: Man arrested in Warner Robins murder
Detectives with the Warner Robins Police Department are investigating a homicide that happened at a residence on Villa North Court on Saturday.
Peach County to appeal call in AAA championship game
Peach County will appeal the controversial call made in Friday's AAA championship football game, according to principal Ken Hartley and football coach Chad Campbell.
Angie's List: Carriage Houses
The humble carriage house is more popular than ever, as homeowners find new ways to use them. Angie’s List takes a look at one homeowner who turned their carriage house into a revenue stream.
Controversial call made in AAA final, Peach falls to Calhoun
A controversial call in the fourth quarter of Friday's GHSA AAA final helped Calhoun beat Peach County 10-6 and claim its third state title in seven years.
Authorities investigating deadly shooting in Milledgeville
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is dead and another one is hurt following a shooting inside a Milledgeville apartment. It happened at the Cedar Ridge Apartments on Frank Bone Road. The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office says the suspects were…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office: "The harder it rains, the more accidents we get"
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is already seeing many traffic accidents on Friday. They say it could have to do with the shift in weather.
Warner Robins Mayor welcomes championship game
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – Fans of the Warner Robins Demons will now get to cheer on their team next weekend at home during the state championship game. "I'm excited for Warner Robins to play in Warner Robins. I think they…
Major Andrew Gilliam talks about the Salvation Army of Central Georgia's Angel Tree
Major Andrew Gilliam talks about the Salvation Army of Central Georgia's Angel Tree
Armed Robbery at Flash Foods Store on Pio Nono Avenue
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for three suspects who robbed Flash Foods at 4314 Pio Nono Avenue Friday morning. According to a news release from the Sheriff's Office, the suspects entered the store demanding…
Snow Chances Drop in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The weather has been a hot topic this week, especially with the chance of snow making a rare appearance in the forecast. The question has been whether or not the colder air would move far enough…
Macon Chamber honors citizen of the year at 157th annual meeting
Hundreds of community leaders came to be a part of that celebration of economic prosperity county-wide going into the new year.
Tennille Police look for suspect in shooting, could be armed and dangerous
The Tennille Police Department is looking for a second suspect in a burglary turned gun battle last Thursday.
Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful to stay in Pink House, 'moving forward' after tension
The Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful Commission (KMBBC) is not only working to clean the streets of Macon-Bibb County, but the tension among its commission.
Two Bibb County Deputies suspended after woman says she was assaulted
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Bibb County Sheriff Deputies are suspended with pay after a woman says she was assaulted by a deputy. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the 43-year-old victim told them that she was assaulted by Deputy…
Online applications are still open for Bibb County School District's Magnet Schools
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - You have until Tuesday December 12th to apply online for your child to enroll into a magnet school for the 2018-2019 school year. You have the option to enroll your child into the schools below: Alexander…
Macon-Bibb County Animal Welfare wants to help you keep your pet safe during this cold weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will drop this weekend and there is a possibility of snow, so the Macon-Bibb County Animal Welfare wants you to keep your dogs safe from getting sick. The welfare has 10 tips for you: Your…
Your feedback is needed at the Central City Skatepark Meeting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - You can give your opinion on Phase Two of the Central City Skatepark on Monday December 11th. Macon-Bibb County and California Skateparks is holding a meeting to give you the opportunity to see the designs California…
67th Annual Food for Fare Event kicks off December 13th at the Macon Transit Authority
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - You can donate two cans of food for a free ride on a Macon Transit Authority Bus next week. The annual Food for Fare Event will happen Wednesday December 13th to help Loaves & Fishes Ministry…
Holiday parade rescheduled in Forsyth
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The annual holiday parade in Forsyth will now take place this Saturday. The Forsyth-Monroe Chamber of Commerce announced that it is postponing the 28th Annual Hometown Holidays Parade. It was set to take place Thursday at…
Best Buy says Home Connectivity is a booming market
Best Buy says Home Connectivity is a booming market
Purified water for babies sold at Kroger under recall
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says a brand of water made for babies is not safe. Officials are recalling Comforts for Baby Purified Water with Fluoride Added. It was sold at Kroger-owned stores in one…
Early Season Snowfall Possible in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Early season snowfall is possible in Middle Georgia this week, but first comes the continuation of rain. A stream of moisture continues to surge through the southeast after a cold front moved through Tuesday afternoon. That…
FEMA hosting job fair in Warner Robins Friday
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Federal Emergency Management Agency is looking to fill some temporary disaster recovery positions. The agency is joining the Georgia Department of Labor to host a job fair Friday. Officials say you will need to…
BCSO deputies make an arrest in West Bibb burglaries
Investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office have put another suspect behind bars. They say he was responsible for several burglaries in West Bibb.
The B.S. Report: Peach County and Warner Robins look to become state champions
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - When I moved to Macon, almost 22 years ago, I was told the best high school football programs were outside the city limits. And that was correct. In fact, the three teams who were in last…
Macon-Bibb Fire Department wants you to avoid fires caused by space heaters this winter
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb Fire Department said more house fires happen during the winter because of space heaters. Jeremy Webb, Fire Safety Educator, said fires happen because people don't use space heaters properly. Webb said your space heater…