Macon's first Freedom School mixes culture in with lessons to minority youth
Public schools may be out but Freedom School is just getting back in session.
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Construction of new Macon-Bibb Senior Citizens Center up for vote
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb Operations Finance Committee votes Tuesday on a new $2.2 million Senior Citizens Center. "It's been a long time coming," Barbara Palmer said. "I'll believe it when I see it." To some folks at the…
Coyote Removal Helps Georgia wildlife
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - About 70,000 coyotes are killed during deer season (September - January), according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. The Department created the Coyote Challenge as a way to help reduce the number of coyotes…
Crawford County manager instills new mindset, goals
The Crawford County Manager is aiming make the county more efficient. He's using a new mindset to achieve goals. County Manager Fabian Hollis just took the job in February. He's working to save Crawford County money and time.
Man shot, killed in Byron after argument turns violent
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is investigating a shooting that happened Friday night just after 8:30 PM at a home in Byron. Peach County Coroner, Kerry Rooks, says 35-year-old Lloyd Goldie was pronounced dead at…
Macon man dead three days after suspected pill overdose
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man died in the hospital Sunday, three days after a suspected overdose in Macon. Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones says 34-year-old Robert Ketchup died at Coliseum Medical Centers on Sunday. Jones says Ketchup was found unconscious…
Atlanta Falcons players to attend Macon-Bibb Parks and Rec coaches clinic
The Atlanta Falcons will be in Macon but they won't be here to play--they'll be here to coach.
Smithsonian Hometown Sports Exhibit opens in Forsyth
The city of Forsyth opened the doors to its Smithsonian Hometown Sports Exhibit on Friday.
NAACP president challenges Bibb BOE discussion on adding grade levels to elementary schools
The President of the Macon-Bibb NAACP branch says she is upset with a concept discussed by the Bibb County Board of Education. Gwen Westbrooks says the school has discussed adding sixth, seventh, and eighth grades to two elementary schools--a move she considers unfair.
Movie filming brings more business to downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Production crews are going on day three of shooting "The Best of Enemies" movie in downtown Macon. It has not only brought a lot of buzz to downtown , but business as well. "Our whole patio…
Habitat for Humanity remodels family's bathroom for girl with cerebral palsy
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A bathroom remodel is making life easier on a family with a child diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Wyatina Jackson says her 10-year-old granddaughter, Tyler, loves water but bathing her was hard because all they had was…
Dublin law enforcement host round table with community members
Keeping communication open between officers and the public is a priority for Dublin Chief of Police Tim Chatman.
Bibb County Sheriff's Office opens new downtown annex
Solving crimes in Bibb County just got a boost toward efficiency. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held this afternoon to officially open the brand new Bibb County Sheriff's Office Downtown Annex, located on Third Street in Macon.
Dog owners head to vet for vaccine after dog flu hits Perry
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A recent outbreak of a dog flu in Perry is sending owners to the vet to vaccinate their dogs. John Hutchens, a veterinarian at Westmooreland & Sappey Animal Hospital says the mortality rate of the dog…
VECTR Center teaching veterans, CGTC students how to weld
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In the back corner of the $10 million VECTR Center, welding instructor Barry Curtis isn't teaching out of a textbook. In partnership with Central Georgia Technical College, former and active military, plus CGTC students are…
Narcan Available at Scott's Health Mart Pharmacy on June 9th
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Opioid overdoses can be stopped with a drug called Narcan. "One of the major side effects of opioid overdoses is respiratory depression or it stops your breathing and Narcan reverses that," Dr. Bryan Scott said. Dr.…
B.S. Report: Beginning of new chapter for Braves
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This Saturday, a new chapter of Braves baseball will begin. I don’t want to put too much pressure on Sean Newcomb, the young man who will make his major league debut against the Mets. But we…
Verizon hosts disaster response training exercises in Perry
Verizon Wireless hosted disaster training exercises in Perry on Thursday.
GBI finds "new" fentanyl in fake pills blamed for Middle Georgia overdoses
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Test results from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation's Crime Lab indicate a new type of fentanyl is in fake pills that authorities suspect killed four people in Central Georgia. The GBI Crime Lab began testing a fake Percocet…
Former NFL players coach local kids at free 'Kids and Pros' football clinic
NFL pros came back to give back on Wednesday at the Kids and Pros Clinic in Warner Robins.
Coliseum Medical Centers reaching out as opioid overdoses kill four
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The recent overdose epidemic is something Middle Georgia has never seen before. Four deaths, from what authorities suspect are opioid overdoses. "I've never seen quite this scary, when you have someone that can create a pill…
Taraji P. Henson's movie will film in Macon June 8th
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Taraji P. Henson and Sam Rockwell will be in Macon June 8th. Their new movie, The Best of Enemies, will film at the Government Center. Poplar Street will be closed between D T Walton SR Way and…
Bleckley, Laurens, Pulaski roads to receive major improvements
State Senator Larry Walker (R-Perry) is happy to announce road improvements in Bleckley, Laurens and Pulaski counties. The money comes from Georgia Department of Transportation contracts.
Ribbon cutting held for Bayside Village
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - People looking to recover from mental illness, addiction or living with disabilities now have a new, safe affordable place to live. River Edge Behavioral Health Center held a ribbon cutting and open house event at Bayside…
Middle Georgia State University is having a Junior Knights academic summer camp
Junior Knights academic summer camp
Tractor trailer accident shuts down part of Highway 74 in west Bibb County
Tractor trailer accident shuts down part of Highway 74 in western Bibb County
Six additional overdoses in Middle Georgia, possibly linked to fake Percocet
As of Wednesday morning, the Georgia Department of Public Health says there have been six additional overdoses in the state. The opioid overdose investigation continues, none of the cases have been confirmed since toxicology reports are not in. The DPH has not released where these additional cases are. On Tuesday they said about a dozen cases were spread out through Centerville, Perry, Macon, Warner Robins and Albany.
Macon-Bibb Commission approves paid parental leave for employees
Commissioners voted on Tuesday unanimously in favor of an ordinance that would allow paid maternity and paternity leave.
Dublin VA Center addresses low ratings, working toward improvements
Poor reviews in the past for Dublin's VA medical center will soon be no more--or at least that's what the center's director is working toward.
Bibb deputies who saved man in attempted suicide honored by county commission
Two Bibb County Sheriff's Deputies were honored at Tuesday night's commission meeting for their heroic work responding to an attempted suicide call back in April.
Macon-Bibb Commissioners hear public opinion on 2018 budget
The Macon-Bibb Commission heard from the public today about the 2018 budget. Residents spoke on different issues, including the proposed three mil raise in property taxes.
House Minority Leader Stacey Abrams campaigns in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An excited crowd filled seats at the Frank Johnson Center to listen to House Minority Leader, Stacey Abrams. Abrams is in the race for Georgia governor. She wants to tackle education, making sure Georgia residents are…
Couple gets more than $100,000 for Bernd Park upgrades
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Alexis Gregg and Tanner Coleman are ready to give a local park a face lift. "We're just so glad to be in a community like this, that embraces the arts," Gregg said. Alexis Gregg and Tanner…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office swears in K9 deputies
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office has added some unique deputies to the ranks. Sheriff David Davis swore in K9 deputies Athena, Nila and Kenzo at the law enforcement center.
Cancer survivors get five star treatment
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The smell of pressed hair and french manicures filled the room at Virginia College. It was Cancer Survivor Day, so cancer survivors received complimentary services by the Cosmetology Department. Dean Wanda Strayhan said Cancer Survivor Day…
Restaurant Report Card: LaDDa Bistro
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - One great thing about downtown Macon is its diversity, and that includes, food. LaDDa Bistro is serving up some authentic Thai food and of course, they've got that perfect health inspection score. "We want people to come…
Man uses a gun to rob a Walgreens in Warner Robins
Man uses a gun to rob a Walgreens in Warner Robins
Suspected opioid overdoses leads to 4 deaths in 48 hours in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Officials at Medical Center, Navicent Health said at a news conference that they suspect at least four deaths in the last 48 hours are tied to opioid overdoses and that people affected range in age from…
Warner Robins City Council to make million dollar pay scale fix
Warner Robins City Council is trying to tackle its pay scale issues. The council and public heard results of a study conducted at Valdosta State University on how to fix the long standing pay scale problems.
Middle Georgia firefighters team up to raise money for fallen firefighter's family
Macon County Assistant Fire Chief, Chad Yoder lost a brother a few weeks ago, but little did he know, he would gain so many more. "It shows the true brotherhood of the fire service.," said Yoder. "Just to see the support that they have given us, it's amazing, it really is."
New software system, renovations improving morale at Bibb Co. State Court
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Employees on the top floor of the Bib County Courthouse are much happier after recent renovations and a news software system was installed. "Wonderful, it has been such a change," State Court Clerk, Patti Graves said.…
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.
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…