As Bowden prepares for re-open, staff welcome new youth program
Bowden Golf Course is just a few days shy of its grand re-opening and officials at the course say they're excited about a new youth program coming soon.
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Judge: Election officials must stop rejecting absentee ballots and applications because of mismatched signature
ATLANTA (AP) — A federal judge says Georgia election officials must stop rejecting absentee ballots and absentee ballot applications because of a mismatched signature without first giving voters a chance to fix the problem. U.S. District Judge Leigh May on…
Daybreak Interview - Houston County High School Presents "Aida"
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This weekend Houston County High School's Theatre for Performing Arts will present Elton John and Tim Rice’s musical "Aida." Adonis Gibson, who plays Radames, and MaryGrace Moore, who plays Aida, visited Daybreak to talk about the show.…
Dry weather Wednesday before rain chances rise in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Rain chances will increase by the end of the work week in Middle Georgia, but in the meantime, dry weather ensues Wednesday. Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, a cold front moved from north to south. This…
Macon-Bibb Industrial Authority presents new plan to eliminate blight
Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority is proposing a new plan for cleaning up the county's blighted commercial buildings.
County leaders consider cutting employee benefits to save money
Macon-Bibb County Commissioners say they're in a much better place this year financially, but some residents say it still isn't enough.
Two Shot During Fight At Macon Apartment
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Two people are sent to the hospital following a shooting at a Macon apartment complex. The shooting happened just after 11:00 Tuesday morning at the Bowden Homes Apartments near Building 13 at 2301 Houston Avenue. Deputies…
Man Charged In Stabbing at Macon Apartments
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A stabbing at a Macon apartment complex leads to the arrest of one man, while another is sent to the hospital. 58-year-old Lamar Ross is charged with criminal attempt to commit murder and terroristic threats. According…
Warner Robins Residents On Shelia Drive Under "Boil Water" Advisory
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The city of Warner Robins is advising Warner Robins Utilities customers on Shelia Drive to boil their water. This advisory will be in effect for 24-48 hours depending on water testing. This is due to repairs…
FVSU sex investigation suspects turn themselves in
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- All seven individuals involved in a sex investigation at Fort Valley State University have turned themselves into the Peach County Law Enforcement Center. [caption…
MTA keeps Macon moving with new buses cruising the streets
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Transit Authority is rolling out some new rides. Starting Wednesday, seven new buses will cruise the streets of Macon. "Maybe we can get from point A to point B without [the bus] breaking down.…
Multiple systems to effect Middle Georgia's weather this week
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia's weather this week will be effected by multiple systems this week including a hurricane in the Pacific, a cold front and a high pressure system. Tuesday There will be more clouds in the sky…
Home and business owners will soon have solar panels as an option for energy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia residents will soon have a new option to power their homes. The coalition running Solarize Middle Georgia is having a free informational meeting, Tuesday night. It's for families and businesses wanting to get solar…
After nearly 30 years, GBI makes an arrest in missing Macon woman's case
Nearly 30 years after the disappearance of a Macon woman, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation has made a break in the case.
Pearson Farm loses pecans from Hurricane Michael
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Many home owners and businesses continue to clean up from Hurricane Michael. Farms are also trying to pick up the pieces and lost crops. "Last year, we lost about 1,000 trees across our farm. It was…
Early Voting Satellite Locations Open In Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Early voting satellite locations open in Warner Robins. Voters can now cast an early ballot at the following locations: Houston Health Pavilion Conference Center 233 N. Houston Road Oct. 22 - Nov. 2 8am -…
List of men charged in FVSU scandal includes several public officials
A prostitution ring at Fort Valley State University involved several high-ranking public officials from across the state.
BCSO investigators find missing man's car as search continues
Investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office have found the car of a missing Macon man.53 year-old John Fleming has been missing since mid-September.
Teen Shot in the Back During Fight With Twin Brothers
MACON, Ga - An 18 year old man is the hospital after being shot during a fight, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Sargent Clay Williams with the Sheriff's Office says a fight broke out between 18 year old…
Medical Monday: The Importance of 3D Mammography
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – During the month of October, Medical Center Navicent Health is Painting the Town Pink. It's a month long celebration for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Latasha Hill, Navicent Health's Lead Mammography Technologist, visited Daybreak to talk about 3D…
Another front arrives mid-week dropping afternoon highs in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Fall-like weather will continue this week in Middle Georgia, though cooler conditions are expected by the end of the work week as another cold front plunges south and drops afternoon highs. Monday morning, however, will feel…
Woman Arrested In Sabrina Long Missing Person Case
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Georgia Bureau of Investigation agents arrest a woman in connection to a 1991 kidnapping. GBI’s Perry Office arrested 46-year-old Melinda McSwain, Thursday. McSwain is charged with Kidnapping in connection to the Sabrina Long Missing Person Investigation.…
Arrest Made in 2017 Warner Robins Murder
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Warner Robins police make an arrest in connection to the murder of 23-year-old Rashaan Brack. Twenty-six year old Amard Lanay Watts is charged with the 2017 murder of Brack. On Saturday, May 6, 2017 officers responded to…
Recalled Salads Shipped to Georgia, Florida, South Carolina
GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT) - GHSE, LLC is recalling approximately 738 pounds of ready-to-eat salad. The salad contain meat products that contain a corn ingredient that may be contaminated with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled product includes the 15.25-oz. clear plastic clam-shell…
GBI: 7 people charged in Fort Valley State University sex investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - The Macon District Attorney David Cooke announced Friday morning that the GBI issued arrest warrants Tuesday for the several month-long investigation into allegations of illegal conduct related to Fort Valley State University. Cooke says seven…
Hurricane Michael Relief: Hundreds line up in Dooly Co. for mobile pantry
VIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Several communities in Middle and South Georgia are still dealing with the effects of Hurricane Michael. Middle Georgia Community Food Bank and Georgia State Representative Patty Bentley teamed up to help families in Dooly County. At…
As colder months approach, experts talk space heater safety
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Fall and winter may be a time for cooler weather but according to fire officials it's also the time of year when they see the most house fires. Fire Safety Instructor Jeremy Webb says it's because…
Local brewery owner strives to make Macon a 'beer destination' with new taproom
A local brewery is moving its operations into a space in downtown Macon and the owner believes it's another way to put Macon on the map.
Daybreak Interview - School Lunch Week Is This Week
MACON, Ga (41NBC/WMGT) – Schools across the country are celebrating school lunch week this week. It's educates students about healthy eating and encourages them to make good choices at lunch time. Timikel Sharpe, the Executive Director of School Nutrition for…
Fall is finally here to stay
Good evening, The cooler air finally moving into Middle Georgia, but today was yet another warm day in Middle Georgia. Highs reached the 80's once again, but it is likely to be the last day in the 80's for a…
Navicent Health Welcomes Delegation From Kurobe, Japan
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Navicent Health welcomed a delegation from Kurobe City Hospital in Kurobe, Japan, Wednesday. Kurobe is a sister city of Macon-Bibb County. Both Navicent Health and Kurobe Municipal Hospital have participated in a sister hospital exchange program for…
Keep Warner Robins Beautiful Honors Its Volunteers
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Keep Warner Robins Beautiful took time to honor and thank its volunteers with a luncheon Wednesday afternoon. This year the organization honored 986 volunteers who contributed more than 1,400 community service hours. Those volunteers also helped…
Bibb Co. School District Superintendent Dr. Curtis Jones is a finalist for GA Superintendent of the Year
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County School District Superintendent Dr. Curtis Jones is a finalist for Georgia Superintendent of the year. The announcement came Wednesday morning during the Georgia School Superintendents Association's Fall Bootstrap Conference in Athens. The announcement for…
Northside student charged after police find gun, bullets during search
A Northside High School student was arrested and charged Tuesday after officers found an unloaded pistol and several bullets.
Investigators seeking public's assistance in identifying three entering auto suspects
Investigators with the sheriff's office are asking for the public's help in identifying three suspects seen using a stolen debit card.
Friends of the Library has 51st Annual Old Book Sale
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Friends of the Library Macon are expecting a line of custormers ready to buy books at the Old Book Sale. It's the Friends of the Library's 51st sale of gently used books. More than 100,000 books…
Crimestoppers urging residents to continue sending tips after reveal of September numbers
The latest numbers are in for bad guys put behind bars as a result of Crimestoppers anonymous tip line and they want residents to keep sending tips.
Community members, leaders discuss issues for Macon-Bibb's first On the Table
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Throughout Macon-Bibb Wednesday, community members and leaders put issues throughout city, "On the Table." Nearly 5,000 people participated in Macon-Bibb's first On the Table. On the Table is the start of a dialogue for the community…
Macon-Bibb County Commission votes to increase fees at Bowden Golf Course
With new renovations come new prices. If you enjoy golfing over at Bowden Golf Course it's going to cost you a few more dollars.
Winning Mega Millions Tickets Sold In Macon, Fort Valley
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Someone purchased a winning Mega Millions ticket at a Macon Circle K. The ticket is worth $1 million. The ticket matched the first five numbers without the Mega Ball. It was purchased at the Circle K at 2580…
Cat of the Week: Pearl & Ash
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - This week's "Cat of the Week" is actually a pair of kittens named Pearl and Ash. Pearl and Ash are eight weeks old and are in need of a family to adopt them! Pearl is a…
Three Men Wanted For Family Dollar Armed Robbery
MACON, Ga - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for three men wanted for an armed robbery. It happened at the Family Dollar at 3656 Jeffersonville Road in Macon around 10:15 Tuesday night. Deputies say three men ,wearing masks, entered…
Fall-like weather for the remainder of the week in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - After a very hot start to the week, fall-like weather is in the forecast for the remainder of the week in Middle Georgia. Tuesday afternoon, Macon broke a record for high temperature after topping out at…
Bibb Sheriff's Office investigating north Macon robbery
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding a man who took money from a north Macon business Tuesday night.
Grand Opera House Showcases New Renovations
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Grand Opera House held an open house Tuesday night to give the community a chance to see its three million dollars in renovations. The biggest change is the addition of two large windows bricked up in…
Macon man sentenced for possession of child pornography
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A Macon man is sentenced to three years in prison for possession of child pornography. According to a plea agreement, 26-year-old Robert Murphy will also receive 25 years of supervised release and pay $3,000 in restitution…
Suntrust Bank Foundation Awards Boys and Girls Club of Central Georgia $10,000
Tuesday was a a great day for the Boys and Girls Club of Central Georgia.The organization received a $10,000 dollar check from the Suntrust Bank Foundation.
Fight between friends turns fatal in Milledgeville, teen suspect in custody
An 18 year-old in Milledgeville is now in custody and facing charges for shooting and killing another man inside the Milledgeville Manor apartments.
Navicent Health holds walk-ins for breast cancer screening mammograms
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Medical Center, Navicent Health continues to paint the town pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In effort to detect cancer early, Navicent took walk-in patients for breast cancer screenings all day, Tuesday. "Screening mammograms is…
Georgia National Fair Numbers Increase, Despite Hurricane Michael
PERRY, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Attendance numbers are in for the 29th Annual Georgia National Fair. Despite being closed for one day due to Hurricane Michael, numbers increased from last year. Attendance totaled 496,524 over the 11 day event. That's an increase…