MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Last week when I was on vacation I was informed the Telegraph is suspending my sports column as I and the other local columnists – like Mark Ballard, Erick Erickson and even A.C. Pup - are…
Macon-Bibb County District 1 residents will not have representation when the county commission passes the 2019 budget. The race to fill the district 1 commission seat will go into a runoff.
Thomas replaces Kevin Kerr, who left after three seasons to take over the ECHL's Greenville Swamp Rabbits.
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Bullying is a problem many children face across the county. One 11-year-old girl says, she's done with being picked on. "I didn't want to go to school, and I wanted to die," Ashley Gorton…
Former Macon Mayhem coach Kevin Kerr is now in charge of the East Coast Hockey League's Greenville Swamp Rabbits.
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The City of Hawkinsville is advising some of its residents to boil their water before using it. The city says a water main break near Industrial Boulevard caused either low water pressure or no water at…
The Tattnall Square Trojans are the GHSA Class A Private state champions for the second time in three seasons.
ATLANTA, Georgia (AP) - Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle and Secretary of State Brian Kemp face a July runoff for GOP nomination for Georgia governor.
ATLANTA, Georgia (AP) - Stacey Abrams has won the Democratic primary in Georgia's gubernatorial race. She is the state's first woman nominee for governor from either major party, and if she wins the general election in November, she'll become the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Rutland High School student killed in a crash will be honored at graduation this week. Heather Harrod died back in September. She died following a car accident on I-475 and I-75. Investigators say, her Toyota…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Bacon is getting ready to choose the person who will sing the National Anthem at its first home game. The team is holding auditions Saturday. One lucky person will get to sing the Star…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Members of the Bibb County Board of Education are meeting tonight. School leaders are discussing the budget for the next school year, as well as safety features for schools. It's been about two weeks since…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - When on a plane, many of us aren't thinking something bad will happen. But I ask you this question: What would you do if the plane you're in crashed or made an emergency landing? The saying…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Candidates are hoping you will choose them in several races that are underway right now in Georgia. Polls are open from 7 AM to 7 PM. Some polls in Macon-Bibb County have been moved or have…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - We’re getting closer to the official opening of the South Macon-Bibb Recreation Center. The new facility, located on Houston Road, will open to the public Saturday, May 26. Ahead of that day, Macon-Bibb County leaders are…
Macon Mayhem Head Coach Kevin Kerr steps down to accept new coaching job.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is hoping a picture from a surveillance video will lead them to the suspect who they say used a cloned credit card. Deputies say the woman used it at several businesses…
A West Laurens County High School wrestling coach was found dead at his home Monday afternoon.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - The possibility of an abortion clinic opening downtown Macon, brought out dozens of protesters. Currently, the nearest clinic is in Atlanta. The Macon Medical Center, was once a place where you can go for urgent…
Two newcomers are up against a candidate who has been in the Macon Water Authority District 1 seat for more than a 2 decades.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - We now know when Open Streets Macon will get underway. This is the event that will shut down parts of Downtown Macon and turn it into a park. It was cancelled back in April due to rain…
GRIFFIN, Georgia (AP) - A gunshot victim says he was wounded in the parking lot of a Georgia elementary school, but deputies say the gunfire appears to be unrelated to the school. The Spalding County Sheriff's Department said in a…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb Board of Elections want to remind voters that their polling location for tomorrow's election may have changed. Janetta Watson, the Macon-Bibb Board of Elections Supervisor, says five locations have been moved. Two other locations…
Macon-Bibb commissioners want forensic audit done
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - There isn't any confusion which party will fill State House Seat 141 - it's going to be a Republican. Four of them are squaring off in the May 22 primary to represent the northern part of…
Good evening! Another day with scattered storms has come and gone here in Middle Georgia, with more on the way. Temperatures overnight will fall only into the upper 60's and lower 70's with patchy fog by the morning. Saturday should…
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC, WMGT) - It's almost time for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to tie the knot. The royal wedding takes place tomorrow morning at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle. No invitation? No problem, because 41NBC has a way…
Most of us don’t think twice about calling in a pro when the roof starts to leak or the basement needs to be painted, but what about when you decide to make over a room or even your entire house? An interior designer can keep you from regretting the colors you combined, or the new flooring that doesn’t stand up to the traffic. Here’s more in today’s Angie’s List report.
The Macon-Bibb County Operations and Finance Committee scheduled a special called meeting Friday at noon.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - A Bibb County School teacher is facing 50 charges for "financial transaction card fraud." According to his arrest warrant, Robert Shepherd spent more than $6,900 on restaurants, hotels, airline tickets, and vehicle rentals. The money…
Lights, Camera and Action: Macon-Bibb welcomes Hollywood with open arms
Coliseum Medical Centers is organizing a walk Thursday morning to celebrate stroke survivors.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - It's State House District 144 democratic candidate's turn to share with voters, their plans to tackle big issues in rural Georgia. District 144 candidates are vying for former legislator, Bubber Epps' seat. State House District…
Two county commissioners in Macon-Bibb are demanding a forensic analysis of all county finances after a spike in the county's deficit projection.
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT ) - Tropical moisture will continue to flow northward across the southeast as a low pressure system sits over Georgia/Alabama. Scattered showers are likely to develop through the late-morning and early afternoon hours in Middle Georgia Thursday.…
Update: Hargray Communications announced Wednesday that it has closed the acquisition of ComSouth. "Our purpose is to fuel the growth of southeastern communities like those in middle Georgia with the highest broadband speeds available and superior local service that you…
Dog of the Week: Lola
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A daycare worker in Byron is facing charges after police say she struck a child after taking them into a closet. The Byron Police Department arrested 32-year-old Kellie Matthews on Wednesday after watching surveillance video and…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - The candidates for the State House District 144 seat are sharing how they plan to combat some of the biggest issues in the area. The district is made up of seven counties: Twiggs, Bleckley, Wilkinson…
New criminal justice reform laws in Georgia are changing the way bail is set for misdemeanor offenders & that's not all. Click here to read more.
A new law in Georgia will allow alcohol sales before noon on Sundays but it's up to local municipalities to decide if they want to change the time or not.
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - The wet weather continues this week as a low pressure system moves northward in the Gulf of Mexico. This system is pushing tropical moisture into the southeast. Add in energy from the sun, and the atmosphere will…
Macon-Bibb County Commissioners have to look at making additional cuts to its budget.
Macon-Bibb County Civil and Magistrate Judge William Randall is retiring at the end of this year, which means he needs someone to take his place.
A car accident left one person dead in Warner Robins Tuesday night.
A television show is set to film its pilot in Downtown Macon next month.
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Next week, voters in Houston County will select a person to fill a seat on the Board of Education. Bringing more resources for mental health in Houston County School's is at the forefront of…
Warner Robins police are giving Northside High School the all clear after shots were fired near the school Tuesday afternoon.
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Officers are responding to a shots fired call on Ravenwood Way. Officers are currently searching for suspects. Northside High School was placed on lockdown as a precaution. The lockdown has since been lifted at…
Yardwork is a labor of love for some, but these days it’s common to see a professional crew instead of your neighbor out mowing and clipping.