Dollar General robbed, suspect steals cash drawer
Bibb deputies are looking for the man who robbed Dollar General on Thomaston Road on Thursday night.
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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…
The B.S. Report: Minor league baseball in Macon?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The city of Macon is prepared to spend over $2 million dollars to allow a Coastal Plains bat league team to start play here soon. I wish I wasn’t skeptical, but I am. Maybe it’s the…
Two suspects arrested in Macon for breaking into cars
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two suspects have been charged in connection with a series of entering auto cases, said the Bibb County Sheriff's Department in a news release. Two male juveniles were arrested near the 3200 block of Ridge Avenue…
Milledgeville woman meets first responders who helped her in fire
So far this year, 36 people in Georgia have died in a house fire. A Milledgeville woman is counting her blessings and thanking her security service she's not part of that statistic.
GSP: Stay safe Memorial Day Weekend
CORDELE, Georiga (41NBC/WMGT) - Memorial Day weekend is around the corner, but so are police officers. The Georgia Department of Public Safety encourages residents to wear seat belts, get designated drivers, and follow the speed limits. Colonel Mark McDonough, from…
Macon-Bibb Departments compete for bragging rights in Wellness Day 'decathlon'
Time to hit the beach for memorial day weekend isn't here just yet but Macon-Bibb departments hit the beach a little early.
Macon-Bibb community pools prepare to re-open, need more lifeguards
It's that time again--pool season and lifeguards at pools across town are getting ready for the summer rush as several of Macon-Bibb's community pools prepare to open up tomorrow.
Three teenagers arrested in aggravated assault incident
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three people have been arrested in connection with an aggravated assault incident that happened Wednesday night. 18-year-old Malik Bonner, a 15-year-old, and a 14-year-old were arrested near the 100 block of Comer Terrace after another person…
Tornado confirmed in Wilcox County Tuesday
The National Weather Service confirms that an EF-1 tornado touched down in Wilcox County during Tuesday's severe storms. From the National Weather Service: Rating: EF-1 Estimated Peak Wind: 100 mph Path Length /Statute/: 1.6 miles Path Width /Maximum/: 50 yards…
Navicent Employees speak out against claims of discrimination in closing of Macon Health Club
Navicent Health employees are speaking out after claims of foul play in closing the Macon Health Club.
Wilcox County twister pulls mobile home off its bricks, leaves home minutes down the road untouched
Wilcox County saw some serious damage Tuesday after a tornado ripped through the area. A mobile home completely lifted off its foundation left the home's windows busted and personal items strewn.
Community, fellow first responders remember Macon Co. Firefighter
The community remembered a Macon county firefighter who lost his life fighting a fire. "It's our honor," said Mast. Honoring a man like firefighter Darrell Plank is the very least Elaine Mast could do.
Mercer student receives Knight CUNYJ journalism internship
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After several interviews, hard work, and a lot of research, Avery Braxton, former 41NBC/WMGT intern, is heading to New York City. Braxton will spend his summer at the City University of New York (CUNY) Graduate School…
East Dublin man stabbed, beaten with golf club
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An East Dublin man was stabbed and beaten with a golf club Tuesday on Highway 80 East in Laurens County. According to the Laurens County Sherriff's Office, Calvin Howard, 19, was stabbed in the abdomen by…
Macon County firefighter dies in hospital
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon County firefighter has died in the hospital after being hurt in the line of duty. Darrell Plank suffered a serious head injury while responding to a house fire on Saturday. The Macon County Fire…