East Macon residents concerned about trash
If you're driving along Shurling Drive in East Macon, it's not hard to miss some trash collected on the side of the road.
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Tailgating is the leading cause of traffic accidents in Warner Robins
For some tailgating means a Saturday well spent. But for residents in Warner Robins, it's an issue drivers deal with every day.
Police looking for suspect connected in 2 commercial burglaries
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb County Sheriff's Office needs your help catching a burglary suspect. On January 30th, two commercial burglaries were committed at the Dollar Tree on Eisenhower Parkway, and at a Subway restaurant on Mercer University Drive.…
Murder suspect charged with killing cousin appears in court
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The man accused of shooting and killing his cousin Saturday in Macon made his first appearance in court Monday afternoon. 55-year-old Robert DeWitt Cummings was arrested Sunday and charged in the murder of 47-year-old Oscar Freeman.…
Navicent hosts healthy cooking expo for American Heart month
It's American Heart month and Navicent Health workers hosted a healthy cooking expo on Friday in honor of the month.
Bird Lady speaks out: "I got lied to and scammed"
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Carolyn Freeman says she wanted Super Bowl in Houston to be the trip of a lifetime. But for 23 fans it was quite the opposite. "It just all seemed so perfect and he just was a…
Celebrating Sidney Lanier's 175th birthday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Sidney Lanier would have been 175 years old Friday, February 3rd. Lanier was born in a home on High Street, now known as the Sidney Lanier Cottage. Kim Campbell, from the Historic Macon Foundation, stated that he…
Falcons fans prepare for Super Bowl LI in Macon
With Super Bowl LI just a couple of days, it's not hard to spot a Falcon's fan in Middle Georgia. Especially, buying their last minute gear.
Macon retrocade, bar prepares for Super Bowl weekend
A unique bar in Macon is ready for super bowl weekend. "Open bar, lots of games, a lot of good times, and fun and laughs," said Reboot Retrocade & Bar regular Algernon Davidson. There's going to be a lot of gaming going on in Macon this weekend.
Urban Development Authority taking steps to resolve downtown parking dilemma
The Macon-Bibb Urban Development Authority held a public hearing to discuss their downtown parking plan on Thursday evening.
Local wing spots compete for bragging rights in Gateway Macon survey
So if you're staying local and looking for a place to get some good eats with your entertainment, Gateway Macon has you covered.
Rant N' Rave: Super Bowl Edition
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Super Bowl Sunday is only a few days away, and Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent break down the game in this week's Rant N' Rave. Want to know if there's anyone who could beat Matt Ryan…
Coroner offers rides on Super Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl Sunday is right around the corner and so are the parties. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones is making sure you drink responsibly this Sunday.
Groundbreaking for new Air Force Reserve facility
ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Robins Air Force Base Thursday afternoon, to celebrate the beginning of Phase 1 on a brand new facility for the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC). The new…
Central City Park will be finished before Cherry Blossom Festival
After about three months of construction, Central City Park is on it's way to being finished. Just in time for its popular event, the International Cherry Blossom Festival.
Job fair for veterans held in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A job fair was held at the Marriott City Center in Macon Thursday afternoon. Placement service Employment Seeker put on the fair, which was aimed at helping veterans find work or search out higher education. Several…
Groundhog Day Predictions: Groundhogs vs. Meteorologists
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Happy Groundhog Day! Today is the one day that Americans await a forecast prediction from an animal rather than a meteorologist. The old folklore says that if the groundhog sees his shadow, there will be six…
Teenagers charged in murder of Macon man
Update: Two teenagers are now facing murder charges in the death of 57-year-old Emmanuel Stroud Sr. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says deputies arrested 17-year-old Malcolm Peek and 17-year-old Jaquavius Moore. They both are in the Bibb County jail. MACON, Georgia…
B.S. Report: Will the Falcons be Super Bowl Champions come Monday?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - So, what is going to happen this Sunday when the Atlanta Falcons play the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LI? Well, no one in the world, or in Las Vegas for that matter – believes…
Tattnall Square Academy's Marshall signs with MTSU
Tattnall Square Academy is sending a big part of its football team to the college ranks. Jimmy Marshall signed with Middle Tennessee State University today. He expects to continue to play wide receiver there.
Cherry Blossom Festival Street Party returns
Preparations for the 2017 International Cherry Blossom Festival are in full bloom. The festival board announced a couple of new additions to look forward to.
Peach County High School sends two football players to Troy University
Two football players with a strong connection signed to the same college Wednesday at Peach County High School. "They've been exceptional leaders at this school and in our football program for four years," said Peach County Head Coach Chad Campbell. Sometimes leadership is hard to come by in high school students.
Baseball team could breathe new life into Luther Williams Field
Baseball team could breathe new life into Luther Williams Field
Mary Persons star Malik Herring, four others sign letters of intent
Mary Persons football coach Brian Nelson made it clear Wednesday: this recruiting class is special.
Wesleyan College cancels classes: anti-immigration and hate messages found on campus
Wesleyan College cancels classes: anti-immigration and hate messages found on campus
Pedestrian hit and killed
UPDATE - Officials from the Bibb Bounty Sheriff's Office say 48 year old Michael Dewayne Hughes Sr. was the person who died after being hit by a Jeep. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Coroner, Leon Jones, says, a…
Falcon's Bird Lady taking 500 fans to Houston for Super Bowl LI
'Bird Lady' Carolyn Freeman is gearing up for the game and giving hundreds of Falcons fans the opportunity of a lifetime.
Warner Robins residents hope to find littering fix
Residents on Story Road in Warner Robins are picking up an unwelcome delivery in their yards--other people's garbage. "Garbage is garbage and nobody likes garbage," said Story Road resident Crystal Huber. Huber has a special addition to her household duties.
Man found shot, dead at Warner Robins gun shop
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- When Warner Robins Police were called to Chuck's Gun and Pawn this morning, they found a man in the parking lot who was dead. He had been shot. The police department is investigating to determine exactly…
Macon-Bibb leaders talk SPLOST money at planning retreat
Macon-Bibb County leaders spent day one of their Strategic Planning Retreat talking about Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) money and what projects it has gone toward.
Travel website ranks Macon in top five Best Value Destinations
Macon is rated as the number four best value destination in a recent travel website survey. "The more people I talked to in Macon the more energy...came out of it," said Macon-Bibb Convention and Visitor's Bureau CEO Gary Wheat. The talk of the town is encouraging for the CVB.
Loft spaces downtown to double over next five years
Newtown Macon CEO and President Josh Rogers addressed members of Macon's Rotary Club about his downtown revitalization plan on Monday.
What's Right With Our Schools: 'Milestone of the Day' prepares students for Georgia Milestones
Milestone of the Day strategy prepares students for Georgia Milestones.
Keeping Organized: The Spice Rack
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Any cook knows a good spice can make or break a meal. But is there a case of having too many spices? Andi Willis returns this Monday to give us a few ideas to keep that…
Man with handgun robs Subway in West Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb deputies are looking for a masked man who robbed the Subway on Mercer University Drive last night. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says the man had a handgun with him when he entered the restaurant around 7:30…
Tree planting ceremony in Conyers honors former 41NBC anchor Taylor Terrell
A special tree planting ceremony was held Friday morning to celebrate the life of one of 41NBC's very own.
State invests $22M for Youth Detention Center in Cadwell
State legislators announced Georgia will invest $22 million dollars into a regional youth detention center in Cadwell.
Marchers join national movement to promote pro-life message in Macon
The signs did the talking for marchers walking through Macon today. The Kolbe Center, which provides family planning services, led a silent pro-life march right through downtown. "Actions do speak louder than words," said Executive Director of The Kolbe Center, Ann Bealle.
Habitat for Humanity launches $1.5M "Bring it Home" campaign
Habitat for Humanity launched its $1.5 million dollar "Bring it Home" campaign on Thursday, pledging to build almost 50 homes in southeast Macon.
MBC ALERT: Saving lives with a text
It's a simple phone alert that could save your life and it's called MBC Alert Macon-Bibb's Emergency Management Agency is encouraging everyone who lives, works or has family in Macon to sign up for it.
Milledgeville looking toward long-term solution for water problems
Milledgeville has faced a lot of problems with its water system in the last year. The latest happened this week. It's just a small bump in the road for drivers now, but for Milledgeville, what's underneath the large metal plate covering the road has been tough to get over.
Byron businesses help South Georgia tornado victims
Byron businesses helping tornado victims in Southern Georgia
Leon Jones collecting cases of water to help tornado victims in Wilcox County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia continues to help those people hit hard by tornadoes that devastated several parts of our state. Bibb county coroner Leon Jones is doing his part to help others. He's collecting cases of water. All the…
B.S. Report: Matt Ryan carries Falcons to Super Bowl
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Students enjoy 'J.A.M session' at St. Joseph's Catholic School
The J.A.M Ensemble visted St. Joseph's Catholic School and gave students a listen to some of the different styles of rhythm with a history lesson on each.
Restaurant Report Card: Scores 1-24
Here are your scores for the week of January 24th, courtesy of the Georgia Department of Public Health.
Griswoldville Park hopes to attract more industry in Jones County
The Griswoldville industrial park in Jones County has just gotten a little more attractive to businesses. One county commissioner is excited about the possibilities. "It's a field of dreams," said District Four Commissioner Daylon Martin.
Butch Trucks, Allman Brothers Band drummer dies at age 69
The Allman Brothers Band drummer and co-founder, Butch Trucks, passed away at the age of 69. According to the band's Facebook page, he died Tuesday night, January 24, in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Teams across state meet at Museum of Aviation for robotics competition
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Teams from across Georgia competed in the first round of the LEGO League at the Museum of Aviation on Saturday. STARBASE Robins held the competition, which is an international program that partners robotics with competition.…
Warner Robins church collecting donations for Albany tornado victims
Warner Robins church collecting donations for Albany tornado victims