MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - It's a 63-year long love tale, and the love just keeps on giving. One couple has recently been separated due to their medical conditions. Charles Matthews has been battling heart failure in the recent weeks.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The year 2003. That was when the GMC Bulldogs made the playoffs. They haven't been back since. "You know, some of our guys weren't even born the last time we made the playoffs," said head coach…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's making the rounds across Middle Georgia trying to keep you cool! We met up with the refreshing Kona Ice truck because of its perfect health inspection score. We found the colorful truck at Central…
Lane Southern Orchards hosted an Independence Day event with face painting, food, rides and more. It was the place to be for families.
WASHINGTON D.C. (41NBC/ WMGT) - The Twiggs County Marching Band is representing all of Georgia during the big Independence Day celebration in Washington D.C. We caught up with the group last week as they got ready for the big event. Today,…
Independence Day for most is a reason to celebrate but animal welfare advocates say its also a time to take precaution if you're a pet owner.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Well, we’ve reached the July 4th holiday and the Braves are still in first place. If you haven’t jumped on this bandwagon, you better do it soon. It seems the win by Atlanta on Monday night…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mark Farriba returns in his sixth season as head coach of the Stratford Eagles, his 27th season as a football head coach in the state of Georgia. The Eagles were a prolific bunch in 2017, scoring…
The Department of Natural Resources wants you to have fun on your boats this summer, but that fun can easily turn into danger if you're not careful.
University of Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm has broken his non-throwing hand in a lake accident, according to a report by UGA Rivals.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man who shot a Macon store clerk in a failed robbery attempt before stealing cash from a Waffle House and gas station in an early morning July 4 crime spree is being sought by police.…
UPDATE: The man who police say left his identification card on the counter of the Macon dollar store he robbed was arrested Monday afternoon. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 42-year-old Carlos Rhodes was arrested at a residence off Log…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After several months of back and forth, Macon-Bibb commissioners voted Tuesday to reinstate funding for the county's libraries, parks and recreation centers and public transit, among other outside agencies. The Macon-Bibb Commission decided to fund the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After going 5-5 in 2017 with the Southwest Patriots and a playoff berth to show for it, 6th year head coach Joe Dupree knows his guys aren't close to being satisfied. "I'm excited about the direction…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - A historical document is going to be on display at Fort Hawkins. The letter is a complaint to the U.S. government from a man upset about the meat supply to Fort Hawkins and Creek Native…
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - 25 people are behind bars after investigators came to a close on a major drug bust. Houston County Sheriff's Office teamed up with Perry Police and the FBI and seized over $2-million worth of…
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Jones County Sheriff's Office is warning the public to be careful buying and selling online because of circulating counterfeit money. Sheriff Butch Reece posted to Facebook saying there have been several accounts of people…
UPDATE: The Centerville Police Department says Daniel Harris was found safe Monday night. CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Centerville Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a man with "serious medical issues" who went missing from an assisted…
It's the first edition for the 2018 Coach's Corner. Jesse Hicks of the Baldwin Braves is first up in the hot seat.
Gerald Dockery, the Georgia Doom's head coach for the final five games of the 2018 season, won't return as the team's coach.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC. WMGT) - Paying to park in downtown Macon is now expected to start later this week. It was supposed to start yesterday, but there's a delay. Ben Steffen with Lanier Parking says they have run into normal issues…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Summer vacation is winding down for students. The Mentors Project Leadership Academy helps kids less fortunate get on the track to success. A group of high schoolers from the program, is giving back to the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Video of a scary car crash involving a Byron police officer is going viral. Dash cam video caught a driver hitting the back of the patrol car. We are in the second day of Georgia's…
A concerned Macon-Bibb County resident is trying change commissioners' minds on defunding non-profits, libraries and public transportation.
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Warner Robins Police motorcyle officer is expected to be OK following an accident Monday afternoon. Police say it happened just before 2:30 on Russell Parkway at Tallula Trail. Police say the driver of a…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Early voting starts Monday in Macon-Bibb County for runoffs. The Bibb County Board of Elections Office is open for early voting until July 20. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM until 5:30…
Medical Monday: Dr. Alicia Register talks about 4th of July injuries
Monday morning was an emotional one for a Macon couple facing charges for giving their son marijuana to treat his seizures.
The fate of the county is still very uncertain after cuts to several major outside agencies, leaving many in the community up in arms.
Deputies with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a fatal shooting at a local night club early Sunday morning.
Macon-Bibb residents took their frustration to the Government Center Friday afternoon after learning about the 2019 budget.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Passengers who use public transportation in Macon-Bibb County may have to find another way to get around. In a news release, the MTA says it may be forced to stop operations as early as Saturday afternoon.…
With so many options out there these days, hiring a contractor for a home project can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be with the right tips and tricks. What you should know before you hire a contractor, is today’s Angie’s List report.
Three Middle Georgia Regional Library branches are closing starting Monday.
Warner Robins American Little League is going back to the state tournament after beating Vine Ingle 12-6 in the 12U District 5 final Thursday night at Warner Robins American Little League.
With 4th of July less than a week away, Warner Robins Police are preparing for the city's annual Independence Day Celebration on the 3rd.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - A home-visiting program that helps children become school ready is having some soon-to-be kindergarten graduates. The Parent As Teachers Program helps parents get their children ready to set foot into a classroom. The program offers parent educators…
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - A group of students from Twiggs County High is representing Georgia in the Nation's Capital. The marching band is performing at the 4th of July celebration next week. "Never in my wildest dreams did I think…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb County Commission passed a temporary budget Tuesday afternoon. The pressure to pass a budget before the June 30 deadline, could leave several Macon-Bibb county employees without jobs. It came down to a 6 to…
Dr. Cesar Figueroa from Coliseum Health talks about Alzheimer's
MACON, Georgia (41NBCWMGT) - Macon-Bibb Firefighters are trying to determine what sparked the blaze at the AITC Warehouse building on Guy Paine Road. It's near the UPS Freight Hub. 41NBC'S Joi Dukes is on the scene now.
The Macon-Bibb County Community Enhancement Authority and Macon-Bibb County are working together to turn the Little Richard Penniman House into a community resource.
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - A storm system is making its way into North Georgia and will be moving into Middle Georgia this afternoon. The storms will start to enter Middle Georgia around 1 p.m. and stick around through the early…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Perry officials have big plans for the old panther pit. Today officials broke ground on the school’s brand new $11 million gymnasium. The new 47,269 square foot gym will replace the school's original gym built in…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man will spend 35 years in prison following his latest conviction in Macon. 59-year-old Roland Ray was sentenced Wednesday after he was found guilty on several charges including influencing witnesses and aggravated assault. Back in…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Perry High School will break ground on its new competition gymnasium Thursday morning. The 47,269 square feet gym will be able to seat 2,130 fans. It’s expected to be complete and ready for use during the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - No one was hurt after a teenager drove a truck into a doctor’s office Wednesday afternoon. The accident happened just before 5:30 at Eye Care on Zebulon Road. Bibb County Deputies say a 16-year-old boy was…
In just two days, one of Macon's staple restaurants will close its doors after more than 30 years in business. Owner John McCord says he'll miss it.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT)- Ryder Oliver is your typical 4-year-old boy. He loves dinosaurs, bugs and playing outside. Not too long ago, the Oliver family's lives were turned upside down. Now Ryder is battling a disease, not many kids his…
Today was a big day for Houston Healthcare's newest resident physicians as they officially entered the next step toward becoming board certified doctors.