Grants and loans for Downtown Hawkinsville businesses
Hawkinsville is the spirit of giving this holiday. The Downtown Development Authority is now accepting applications for downtown businesses to receive grants and loans.
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Michigan students travel to Macon for 'Rebuilding Macon' holiday service trip
For students at Michigan's Saginaw Valley State University, service doesn't stop at their surrounding community.
Bibb County Sheriff's Office hosts 'Santa in the Park' event
The spirit of Christmas was in the air on Thursday. The Bibb County Sheriff's office hosted its annual 'Santa in the Park' toy giveaway at Filmore Thomas Park.
Layaway Santa organizers get a big surprise!
They came to do a follow up interview on Layaway Santa. They left with a single donation the amount their goal for this year.
'Bird Lady' donates toys to Bibb County students
Carolyn 'Bird Lady' Freeman donated toys to 12 families in Macon.
Woman hit by car, killed while lying on Watson Blvd.
WARNER ROBINS (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman was struck and killed by a car while she was lying on Watson Boulevard Wednesday night. Warner Robins Police say 50-year-old Sherry Lynn Holt was wearing dark clothing when she was struck by a…
Sheriff's deputy killed in Monroe County car crash
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Henry County Sheriff's deputy was killed in a single-car accident Wednesday night in Monroe County. According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, 56-year-old Thomas Palmer, of Forsyth, lost control of his car on Lassiter…
Macon teacher accused of hitting four-year-olds
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 52-year-old Philleria Cross was working at Northwoods Academy on Pierce Avenue.
Macon church hosts 7th annual William Todd Beach 'Bike-O-Rama'
It looks like Christmas came a few days early in Macon. Lizzie Chapel Baptist Church hosted its 7th annual William Todd Beach 'Bike-O-Rama'.
Deputies hand out cash instead of tickets
Seventy people were pulled over in Monroe County this week. Luckily for drivers, deputies were taking orders from a secret Santa.
Cochran mayor moves city forward after former mayor's resignation
"We've just got positive things going on," said Cochran Mayor Gary Ates. The holidays are in the air at Cochran City Hall. "As a whole, as a council we're getting along great," said Ates.
Man falls into crusher, dies at Diamond Plastics Corporation in Macon
A worker at Diamond Plastic Company was killed after being caught up in a machine Wednesday morning.
Macon-Bibb County Commission says "adieu" to Commissioner DeFore after 45 years
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-Macon-Bibb County is saying "adieu" to one of its most influential politicians. Commissioner Ed DeFore began his career in Macon politics nearly 45 years ago. "It's just been a blessing working with fine leaders in the community," said DeFore.…
Local company uses downtime to help keep Macon beautiful
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local company took to the streets Tuesday afternoon to do their part in keeping Macon beautiful. 31 employees of Freudenberg TexBond had a few extra moments while their plant closed down in order to clean…
Macon gas station owner talks security after recent robberies
A worker repaired damage from a recent robbery at the AK Express on Old Clinton Road Tuesday. "And stop all the robbing and killing and stuff, man," said Harry Daniels, who works at nearby Billy's Mobile Glass. It was the second time in three weeks the store had been hit.
Man dies after falling into hopper at Crawford County sand mine
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is dead after he fell into a hopper at a sand mine in Crawford County on Monday. The Crawford County Sheriff's Office responded to the Atlanta Sand & Supply Company on Sand Pit Road…
Salvation Army's Angel Tree: giving light to a community one toy at a time
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-The gift of giving has once again served as a present to all. Today, the Salvation Army's Angel Tree Campaign distributed gifts so hundreds of needy families could celebrate Christmas with all the bells and whistles to match. After…
Flash Foods gas station robbery
Warner Robins Police Department is investigating a robbery that happened at a Flash Foods gas station on Monday around 3:10 AM. According to police, three men entered the store on Russell parkway and demanded money.
New emergency alert system that could save your life
The Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is launching a notification system that alerts you if you could be in danger. It's called MBC Alert and you can get the alert via phone, text message or e-mail.
New sign revealed at Washington Memorial Library
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With a new sign, the Washington Memorial Library is much easier to recognize. Middle Georgia Regional Library (MGLR) revealed its new concrete, monument quality sign Monday morning. MGLR Director Jennifer Lautzenheiser says now more people will be…
Keeping Organized: The Fridge Clean-Out
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - If there's one thing a lot of refrigerators around the country tend to excel at, it's collecting expired foods and moldy old meat buried deep in the back. Professional organizer Andi Willis returns for a few…
Macon gas station robbed for second time in less than a month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - For the second time in almost as many weeks, the Village Market on Old Clinton Road fell victim to an armed robbery. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says a man entered the store Saturday around 9:30 a.m.…
Two men shot standing outside home in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two men were shot as they stood outside a house early Saturday morning. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 26-year-old Roderick Reddick and 34-year-old Donald Cotton heard gunshots as they stood at the corner of Moseley Avenue…
Update: Monroe Co. Sheriff's deputies find men connected to Dec. 18th gas station robbery
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office has announced the arrest a group of men deputies believe is connected to a robbery that happened on December 18th. It's the Marathon Gas Station at 2880 Johnstonville Road.
Elderly woman dead after car crash in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is dead after a car crash on Presidential Parkway Sunday afternoon. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office reported 76-year-old Rosaland Walker's car was struck head-on after Manishkumar Patel's vehicle crossed the center line. It happened…
Laurens County deputy shot at Fairview Park Hospital
The Dublin Police Department says there's an active shooter situation at Fairview Park Hospital in Dublin. We'll have more information as we receive it at 41NBC.com.
Macon elementary school students excel in reading
"It's like being in a new world but you're actually still in the world," said Media Specialist Jane Hardy. To the average person, reading is no more than just a hobby, but to these two Lane Elementary School students, it's that and then some.
Macon-Bibb Public Works donates canned items during food drive
The Macon-Bibb Public Works Department food drive has been going on since last week, and it was a huge success. Nearly 60 people collected 4200 items to donate to the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank. Workers loaded the items on a truck to deliver them Friday.
Fort Valley's Winter Wonderland festival set to kick off
If you need to brush up on your ice skating skills, Fort Valley is the place to be. "It's more of a hometown pride," said Tisa Horton with the the Austin Theatre Enrichment Arts Alliance. The Austin Theatre Enrichment Arts Alliance takes prides in their city, so they wanted to host Winter Wonderland.
Fort Valley kids enjoy Santa's Mailbox
Kids in Fort Valley have a chance to ask Santa for gifts this Christmas season. Santa's Mailbox is sitting right in the middle of downtown.
Bullying on a school bus
Monroe County Board of Education is investigating a bullying incident that happened on a school bus. It was all caught on camera by another student on the bus.
Macon-Bibb Community Enhancement Authority brings jobs to Pleasant Hill Community
Agency helps bring jobs to Pleasant Hill Community
New Bibb County School Board members sworn in
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Board of Education has five new Board members. Those sworn into office Thursday are Ella Carter (District 1), Dr. Thelma Dillard (District 2), Susan K. Sipe (District 3), Lester Miller (District 4), Dr. Sundra…
Academy Sports surprises Riley Elementary students with bikes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The cafeteria at Riley Elementary School was buzzing with excitement as 30 students were surprised with bicycles Friday morning. What they thought was a school assembly, turned out to be a whole lot more. "I'm very…
Woman with shotgun robs Monroe County gas station
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is searching for a woman, accused of robbing the Best Buy gas station with a shotgun. Witnesses told deputies a woman entered the store wearing a puffy winter coat, armed…
Man shot in face on Houston Avenue in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man was found laying in the street with a gunshot wound to his face Thursday afternoon. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office responded to the intersection of Villa Crest and Houston Avenue where deputies found 26-year-old…
Bibb County Board of Education files lawsuit against former Superintendent
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Board of Education has filed a lawsuit against their former Superintendent of Schools. It was filed today in Federal court. The lawsuit claims former Superintendent of Schools Romaine Dallemand and three companies committed…
Bibb County Superintendent Spreads Holiday Cheer Through Reading
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-Bibb County Schools is writing the book on how to get more students excited to read. Superintendent of schools, Curtis Jones, spread some holiday cheer to pre-k students at Ingram/Pye Elementary School this morning. Superintendent Jones took the day…
Local Church's 'Backpack Buddies' Initiative Helps Under-served Families
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-Forest Hill Methodist Church is impacting under-served families in the community in a big way. Now with the help of Macon's Junior League, students qualifying for free and reduced lunch can also count on donated meals over the…
Senior Christmas Luncheon
Macon-Bibb County hosted it's annual Senior Christmas Luncheon at the Centreplex Thursday. Laughs and holiday cheer and more than 500 people filled the convention center.
Mitigation Plan begins for Pleasant Hill Community
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Seventeen homes in the pleasant hill neighborhood are scheduled for demolition, in an effort to begin widening the I-75/I-16 interchange. Contractors will be in the homes removing materials in a controlled environment. Once the houses are…
Two women shot outside of apartment complex
Two women were shot Thursday morning at the Summit Apartments on Edna Place. It happened just before 9:30 AM . According the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, a black male walked up to the women's parked car at the entrance of the complex.
Thieves impersonate Flint Energies workers to steal valuables
"We just hate to hear that it happened," said Senior Vice President of Flint Energies Jimmy Autry. Things may not always be what they seem. "Someone approached the member and said we're going to be changing poles and I need you to come out into the yard and look with me," said Autry. It looks innocent enough--that's what utility companies do, right?
Wellston Winds set to perform a free concert at the Museum of Aviation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Museum of Aviation Foundation and the Wellston Winds will present a free concert at the Century of Flight Hangar at the Museum of Aviation. The organizations will present "Music of the Season - A Musical…
Concerned citizens taking action against Taylor County Board of Education
Cathy Lowe couldn't understand why Taylor County Superintendent Dr. Gary Gibson was fired. Her granddaughter attends Taylor County High School. "My granddaughter wanted to know why they let Dr. Gibson go, because he was a good man," Lowe said.
Local Businesses Join Forces with Layaway Santa Campaign
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-Well it looks like Christmas won't be cancelled after all, thanks to a few of Santa's helpers. Middle Georgia's Layaway Santa campaign is partnering with several local businesses to create some holiday magic for families across Macon. "This is…
Carjacking victim held up at gunpoint
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man had his 2000 Ford F-250 pickup truck stolen from him at gunpoint. The incident took place Tuesday on Mosely Dixon near Lower Thomaston Road around 11 a.m. The victim had just picked up his…
Centerville looks to benefit from possible Houston County SPLOST
"The new station would be a great addition for us," said Centerville Fire Chief Jason Jones. The Centerville Fire Station isn't a traditional looking fire station. "When the call does drop, having more room would greatly enhance our response time," said Jones.
Larry Guyton Entertainment gears up for its 5th annual toy and bike giveaway
Larry Guyton Entertainment is rounding up toys and bikes for its annual bike and toy giveaway.
20th annual Mentors Project of Bibb County Christmas dinner
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 20th annual Mentors Project of Bibb County Christmas dinner was held this evening at the First Presbyterian Church in downtown Macon. More than five hundred homeless and children at risk attended the Christmas Party. They…