The results are in...Contour Airlines numbers continue to fly high
Month after month, the number of passengers flying through the Middle Georgia Regional Airport. The results are in and numbers continuing to soar.
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The B.S. Report: Don't worry about Jake Fromm
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - So, last week Houston County’s Jake Fromm got hurt. He was on a boat, having fun and an accident happened. It was nothing serious, at least anything that would impact him playing football for the University…
Coach's Corner: Joaquin Sample, Central Chargers
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's a new era for the Central Chargers, as former coach Larry Harold has now given way to brand new head coach Joaquin Sample. Harold left to be the head coach of Americus-Sumter. This is the…
Women who suffer from gestational diabetes is high-risk for Type 2 Diabetes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Women who suffer from gestational diabetes, while pregnant, are at a higher risk to develop Type 2 Diabetes later on. This according to The Medical Center, Navicent Health OB-GYN Patrice Walker. She says they're starting…
Macon paratransit bus driver: 'These people depend on us'
The Macon Transit Authority's paratransit service is running as normal, despite recent adjustments to fixed routes.
Houston Medical Center receives Storm Ready Certification
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - We're in the time of the year when severe weather can happen at any moment. In the past 3-years, tornadoes and even a tropical storm have moved through Middle Georgia. Many of us are…
State Bank on Bass Road robbed, robber on the loose
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff Deputies are looking for the man who robbed the State Bank & Trust on Bass Road Wednesday morning. Around 11 AM, deputies say a man wearing a masked and dark clothes, walked into…
Humidity returns and rain chances increase through the weekend
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Chris intensified to a Category 2 hurricane late Tuesday night with constant winds of 105 mph. Wednesday morning, Hurricane Chris sustained its Category 2 status. A cold front is draped across the east coast, blocking Chris…
Museum of Aviation prepares for biggest fundraiser of year
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - If you're looking for good food and a chance to win big, the Museum of Aviation is the place to be this Saturday. The Museum is hosting its 33rd Annual Auction and Raffle and Taste…
Coach's Corner: Paul Carroll, Howard Huskies
After five years with Barney Hester on the sidelines, the Howard Huskies will see a brand new head coach for their football team: former Warner Robins assistant Paul Carroll.
Event offering free dental care in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local dental office is offering free care during an event next month. Middle Georgia Center for Cosmetic Dentistry in Warner Robins is hosting "Dentistry from the Heart," August 30th. The group will see the…
2,000 free backpacks will be given away during back to school event
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - 2,000 backpacks filled with school supplies will be given out in Houston County next week. More than 35 vendors will participate in the 9th annual community wide back to school bash. The event on July 20th…
U.S. Senator David Perdue responds to Trump's choice for Supreme Court
WASHINGTON, D.C. (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia U.S. Senator David Perdue says he is excited about President Donald Trump's nomination for the Supreme Court. Perdue issued a video statement this morning. He says he was in the East Room of the White House Monday…
Fight between high school basketball players and referee goes viral
CARTERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A video of a fight between high school basketball players in Georgia and a referee is making its way around the web. Apparently it started after an argument between a player and a referee, and it didn't…
70-year-old man in critical condition following shooting in East Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 70-year-old man is in critical condition following a shooting Tuesday afternoon in East Macon. Bibb County deputies found Ronnie Hall with multiple gunshot wounds just after 12:30 PM. Hall was in the backyard of a…
Macon-Bibb commissioners look into installing red light, surveillance cameras
The Macon-Bibb County Commission is looking into improving public safety, while also making money.
Two Macon teens indicted on murder charges in 2017 shooting
Update (7/10/2018): Bibb County grand jurors indicted two Macon teenagers on murder charges Tuesday in the 2017 fatal shooting of 57-year-old Emanuel Stroud Sr. Jaquavius Terrion Moore and Malcolm Bernard Peek, both 17, are facing malice murder charges. Update: Two…
Shooting in east Macon leaves man with several gunshot wounds
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is in the hospital with several gunshot wounds following a shooting in east Macon Tuesday. Deputies responded to Mogul Road near Jeffersonville Road around 12:20 p.m. after several gunshots were heard as an older…
Navicent Health awarded two national honors by American Heart Association
For the 8th year in a row, Navicent Health Hospital has been awarded by the American Heart Association for providing outstanding medical care to patients.
Macon-Bibb Animal Shelter at maximum capacity after 4th of July holiday
Just one week after 4th of July, the Macon-Bibb County Animal Shelter is at maximum capacity and counting. So far, more than 30 animals have come in.
Exclusive: Georgia Doom owner answers tough questions about season one
Exclusive: Georgia Doom owner answers tough questions about season one
Bernd Elementary opens library while public ones remain closed
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - It's almost time for kids to go back to school. But with the temporary closing of public libraries, it's an obstacle for some students to continue their summer reading. Bernd Elementary's Principal Chad Thompson says with…
Mostly dry and hot through mid-week
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Tropical Storm Chris remains spinning in the western Atlantic Ocean Tuesday morning. This tropical system will not threaten the United States, but it will continue to have an effect of Middle Georgia's weather this week. Drier air…
Former Georgia Doom player says he's still waiting for final paycheck
It's been a month since the Georgia Doom played their final game of the 2018 season, and at least one former player says he's still waiting for his final paycheck.
Coach's Corner: Jeremy Wiggins, Northeast Raiders
It's been three different head coaches in three years for the Northeast Raiders. This time, it's alumni Jeremy Wiggins taking over the position, replacing former coach Ashley Harden.
Rigby's Water World makes its debut splash to the public
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - We are in the midst of summer, and it gets hot here in Middle Georgia. If you're looking for a place to cool off, a splash-tacular place just opened. Rigby's Water World in Warner Robins…
New Chief Operating Officer named for Coliseum Health System
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - There's a new Chief Operating Officer for Coliseum Health System. Kelly Lindsay will take on her new role beginning August 1st. She is bringing more than 20 years of experience to the organization. Lindsay most recently…
Zumba event will collect schools supplies for students at Memorial Gym
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An upcoming Zumba event is giving you the chance to help local students. Zumba Fest is happening this Saturday, July 14th at Macon's Memorial Gym. Seven instructors, including Tonja Jordan, will be at the gym Saturday, with…
Macon dance studio hosting open house in August
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - If your child loves to dance, a studio in Downtown Macon is hosting an open house next month. That event is set for August 4th, at the Kali Dance Studio for the Arts on Second Street.…
Crisis Line & Safe House opens new sexual assault victim center
The Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia is opening a new clinic for victims of sexual assault.
Medical Monday: Strokes and new ways to treat patients
Medical Monday: Strokes and new ways to treat patients
Five months after his disappearance, missing man still hasn't been found
Serious concern is growing from family members of Robbie Newberry, the 41 year-old Macon man reported missing back in March.
Tropical Storm Chris brings drier air to Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Tropical Storm Chris continues to churn off the coast of the Carolina's. As of 7 a.m. Monday, Chris had wind speeds of 60 mph and was barely moving. Though the tropical storm is not really moving…
'Badly decomposed' body identified along with cause of death
The body of a man found inside a home on Dove Street in Macon has been identified as 71 year-old Eddie Lee Johnson. He was found early Sunday afternoon.
Hospital goes on lock down as Warner Robins man shot in the face arrives
Police in Warner Robins are looking for the person responsible for shooting a 24 year-old Warner Robins man in the face early Saturday afternoon.
Deputies searching for suspect in smoke shop robbery on Riverside Dr.
Investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office are looking for the man they believe robbed a local smoke shop at gun point early Saturday morning.
Night club shooting on Shurling Dr. leads to early morning arrest
A Macon man is now behind bars and facing charges following a shooting at a local nightclub early Sunday morning on Shurling Drive.
Man hospitalized after being hit by car in east Macon
A man is in the hospital after being hit by a car in east Macon Friday night.
Former Fort Valley officer charged with illegally accessing documents
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A former Fort Valley police officer is accused of illegally accessing documents for personal gain. Officer Vetrimyer Miller turned himself into the Peach County Sheriff's Office Friday. In July 2017, police say Miller was part…
Officer injured during fight at Warner Robins McDonald's
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Warner Robins police officer is recovering following a fight at a McDonald’s. Police say the officer fell and hit his head during a scuffle with a former employee. 25-year-old Jared Jones is accused of…
Library branches remain closed until commissioners approve of millage increase
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Three libraries in Macon will remain closed until more funding is immediately available. Macon Regional Libraries shut down its Shurling, Riverside, and Landford locations earlier this week. The decision to close those locations came after…
Charges are dropped against parents who gave their son marijuana to help with seizures
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Tonight we are hearing from the Twiggs County couple who was reunited with their son last week after being with DFACS. The Twiggs County Sheriff's Department dropped the charges against the Brills. All this after…
Coach's Corner: Chris Oxford, Covenant Rams
Even though it's been a few years, people are still talking about the Covenant Rams state title win.
Angie's List: Maintaining your Bicycle
Whether it’s the gas savings or health benefits, millions ride their bike to work each day, and a flat tire or broken chain can be a real problem.
Protecting yourself from the sun
As you head outdoors this weekend, make sure to bring sunscreen with you.
MTA runs on limited schedule while commission works out funding solution
Even though the Macon-Bibb County Commission voted to reinstate funding to the Macon Transit Authority, MTA will continue to run on a limited schedule.
Navicent Health excluded from county budget in FY2019
Navicent Health will not receive money from Macon-Bibb County this fiscal year.
Dudley Little League 12U softball state bound for first time since 2013
The Dudley Little League 12U softball team will represent District 5 in the state tournament this weekend.
Facebook post helps Bibb deputies identify fraud suspect
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County deputies say a man used Facebook to get people to fill up their gas tanks with a stolen credit card. 30-year-old Marquis Simmons is accused of using a stolen fleet card from Five Star…
Milledgeville Police issue 'hands free law' brochures instead of citations
With the hands free law in effect now, police in Milledgeville are among a few departments trying to give people time to change their habits.