Update: Man arrested in Warner Robins shooting
The Warner Robins Police Department has arrested a suspect accused of shooting a man. The victim is in the hospital with at least one gunshot wound.
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RBI summer camp wants more African-American children
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Studies show that physical activity sets children up for success. This is according to George McCanless, the President & CEO of United Way of Central Georgia. Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities (RBI) summer baseball camp is how…
Hawkinsville boil water advisory lifted
The boil water advisory has been lifted for residents in Hawkinsville. A water main break in the distribution system caused the advisory Sunday.
Keeping Organized: Properly store your photo collection
Andi's introduction to her series on photo organizing.
Thousands say goodbye to Gregg Allman
Thousands of fans joined family and friends in saying their goodbyes to Southern Rock pioneer, Gregg Allman. Allman was laid to rest on Saturday in his hometown of Macon.
Wrightsville post office closes
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Wrightsville Post Office building, located at 8648 S Marcus St., is closed due to the U.S. Postal Service placing it on a temporary suspension. There will be a mobile unit near the post office where…
Grant's Lounge plans 'jam session' for Gregg Allman
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More than one million people have passed through the doors of Grant's Lounge in Macon. Among those million, was Southern Rock trailblazer, Gregg Allman. Allman, 69, passed away Saturday, May 27th. "He loved music, just like…
Fans can line up for Gregg Allman's funeral
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Workers were fixing up Snow's Memorial Chapel in downtown Macon Friday afternoon. Gregg Allman's funeral will be at Snow's at 1:00 p.m., but it is not open to the public. But, fans are allowed to line up…
Church donates tools to Macon gardener who fell victim to robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More than a month ago, a gardener at a local church had his van and tools stolen. That same gardener was on the receiving end of a big gift last weekend. William Tony received 13 items…
Robins Air Logistics Complex and Middle Georgia Regional Airport partner for future
The Middle Georgia Regional Airport and Robins Air Logistics Complex created a new partnership on Wednesday. Now, both Brigadier General John Kubinec and Mayor Robert Reichert say the sky is the limit.
Animal Welfare hosts blood drive, to hold adoption event
Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare is doing its part to help people and their pets. On Friday, a blood drive and Saturday, an adoption fair.
Dublin City Council puts a halt on Theatre Dublin alcohol ordinance
Dublin City Council members had to table their decision on special event alcohol sales at Theatre Dublin.
Former Macon charter school teachers sue for wrongful termination, discrimination
Three former Cirrus Academy teachers have filed a lawsuit against the school. Ginger Snow, Susan Campbell and Diana Humble say they were wrongfully terminated and harassed because they're white. The lawsuit says they received racially charged, anonymous text messages that called them "crackers," "Hitler lovers," and "white nazis," among other names.
Bibb deputies search for Shell convenience store robber
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a robbery that happened at Shell convenience store on Houston Road in Macon.
Dollar General robbed, suspect steals cash drawer
Bibb deputies are looking for the man who robbed Dollar General on Thomaston Road on Thursday night.
Gregg Allman: Parking information for funeral procession Saturday
Gregg Allman: Parking information for funeral procession Saturday
Congressman Bishop 'disappointed' with President Trump's withdrawl from Paris Climate Agreement
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County's U.S. Representative, Congressman Sanford Bishop, stopped by Central Georgia Technical College in Macon to talk with community members. People were able to write down questions and hear Congressman Bishop answer them Thursday night. "It's…
Sandersville gets EPA grant to tear down "eyesore," revitalize downtown
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It took three tries, but Sandersville is on its way to improving downtown. And it all starts with the demolition of one building, that driving into downtown is hard to miss... "It's become an eyesore, it's…
Higher number of ticks expected for 2017
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Ticks are here and they don't plan on leaving soon. Local pest control expert expects a higher number of ticks this year. "When you have a cold winter it kills all the pest. Not having such…
Dept. of Natural Resources gives more details on possible Lake Sinclair drowning
The Department of Natural Resources believes the drowning of a man Monday was accidental. "The navigation lights, front a rear, were on," said Department of Natural Resources Sgt. Bo Kelly. "Two rod and reels with hooks and lines were in the water." An empty boat out on the water on Lake Sinclair is unusual.
Forsyth City Hall falling apart as officials begin plans on new building
Cracks, leaks and a rocky foundation are all much needed repairs at the old Forsyth City Hall building.
Public expresses opinions on alcohol consumption at Rosa Parks Square
Dozens of people gathered at the Macon-Bibb Government Center to voice their opinions about the consumption of alcohol at Rosa Parks Square. The park is currently alcohol-free unless people request a permit to hold events with alcohol.
Middle Georgia Regional Airport and Robins Air Logistics Complex seal new partnership
The Middle Georgia Regional Airport and Robins Air Logistics Complex sealed a new partnership on Wednesday. Now, both Brigadier General John Kubinec and Mayor Robert Reichert say the sky is the limit.
Crawford County seniors enjoy newly renovated senior center
Seniors in Crawford County have a newly painted and renovated senior center to enjoy. "Well I just love it and it's beautiful," said senior Wilhelmenia Raines.
Middle school and high school students launch their businesses
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - You're never too young to start your own business. Middle school and high schools launched their businesses recently with the help of the Macon Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!). Program Manager Nadia Osman says the Macon Chamber…
The B.S. Report: Time to cut Bartolo loose
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Tuesday night’s Braves game was yet another cruel reminder of what this season was all about. First, it was a roller coaster of emotions. The Braves got the lead, on the road in Los Angeles against…
Masked man robs east Macon Family Dollar
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for the suspect who robbed Family Dollar on Shurling Drive Tuesday night.
Third round of Downtown Challenge grants awarded for special projects
More money for downtown Macon, means more to look forward to. Twenty-three Downtown Challenge grants were awarded for special projects in Macon.
Possible shift for Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare directors
A shift in the Macon-Bibb County Budget could mean a shift for Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare Directors. It's a change suggested at a committee meeting to commissioners last week. One commissioner, says he's not on board.
City Council to vote on downtown development's ordinance for alcohol sales at Theatre Dublin
The latest plans for historic Theatre Dublin include an ordinance to allow special event alcohol sales and plans to install a forty by forty foot viewing screen.
Historic Macon restaurant reflects on Gregg Allman's death
One of the best known restaurants in Macon is mourning the death of legendary musician Gregg Allman. Allman was a part of the Allman Brothers Band, one of the most successful southern rock bands of all time.
12-year old girl hit by car in east Macon
A 12 year old was hit by a car Monday night in east Macon.
Man sought for stealing cigarettes from Dollar General
JULIETTE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Monroe County Sheriff's Office are looking for a man who robbed a Dollar General Store in Juliette Monday afternoon. Investigators say a man dressed in all black walked into the store around 5:30 p.m. and was…
Fans remember Southern rock trailblazer, Gregg Allman
Southern rock legend, and founder of The Allman Brothers Band, Gregg Allman passed away at his home in Savannah, Georgia on Saturday. His website stated he battled with health issues for years, Allman died due to liver cancer complications. He was 69 years old.
Middle Georgians honor fallen veterans at Georgia Veteran Memorial Cemetery
People mourning the losses and celebrating the lives of veterans celebrated Monday including those right here in Middle Georgia.
Developer looks to renovate historic building in downtown Forsyth
Downtown Forsyth is getting a new place to live and eat. New owner of old Prime Palate building, Otis Ingram, has some big plans.
Celebration in Sandy Beach Water Park is a hit
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Loud music could be heard down the street from Sandy Beach Water Park. Middle Georgia residents were eager to celebrate Memorial Day and get wet. Bridget Obley, a daughter of a war veteran, says Memorial Day…
Fidget Cube helps Laurens Co. boy with ADHD
Fidget Spinners have become so popular, some teachers will take the toy up in class, but one Laurens County student has something a little different that helps him. It made something in his head click. "When I first got it, they were like whoa Max, what is that?" said Max Scaggs.
What's Right With Our Schools: "Teens in the Driver Seat" program brings awareness to distracted driving
Twiggs County High School uses "Teens in the Driver Seat" program to bring awareness of distracted driving.
Child killed in single car accident on I-75 in Monroe County
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A car accident on I-75 left a 7-year-old child dead Sunday. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says the accident happened around 5:30 p.m., on I-75 north , just south of the Johnstonville Road exit. A…
Masked man robs Dollar General on Bloomfield Road
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man robbed the Dollar General on Bloomfield Road Friday night. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says the robber entered the store around 10 p.m. showing his handgun while demanding the clerk give him money from…
Machete attack ends argument between two men in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An argument between two men ended with one man being slashed with a machete Friday night. Bibb County Sheriff's deputies arrived on Wellworth Aveune and found 31-year-old Calvin Fleming lying in the street with multiple cuts…
Gregg Allman of The Allman Brothers Band dies at age 69
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) - A publicist for rock legend Gregg Allman says the organist and singer for The Allman Brothers Band has died. He was 69. Ken Weinstein confirmed Saturday that Allman died at his home in Savannah, Georgia. Allman…
Vigil held for Jones County teen missing for almost a year
Vigil held for Jones County teen missing for almost a year
One person dead after I-75 crash in Macon
An accident on I-75 South near the Hartley Bridge Road exit left one person dead Friday afternoon. Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 90-year-old Mary Virginia Frum was driving a Honda Accord, when she braked.
68 year-old man says learning is a form of exercise
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - He wanted to exercise his brain. Jorge Mulhall graduated from Georgia Military College as the oldest graduate in history. "After I retired, I was either going to go into gardening or do something for my brain,…
Store clerk hit in the head during armed robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb deputies are looking for three men who robbed Reliance Food Mart at 3590 Napier Avenue Friday morning just after 4:00 a.m. Deputies say the suspects broke into the store by pulling the locks open. Once…
Man hit, killed by car on Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is dead after being hit by a car Thursday night in Macon. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 27-year-old Destinie Johnson was driving east on Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. when she had to swerve…
Car accident ties up traffic in downtown Macon
Car accident ties up traffic in downtown Macon
Convicted Warner Robins murderer sentenced to life in prison
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The man convicted in the 2014 fatal shooting at the Murphy Oil gas station on Booth Road was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole Thursday. According to the Houston County district…