Man robs Macon restaurant with gun
Someone robbed Mikata Japanese Steakhouse on Riverside Drive in Macon. The victims told deputies they were leaving the restaurant when the suspect pointed a gun at them and forced them to unlock the door.
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Macon man dies because of stabbing during fight
A man was stabbed to death early Saturday morning in Macon. Bibb deputies found 30-year-old Famous Bryant lying in the in the yard after he was stabbed at a home on Norris Street.
Driver discovers body on Riverside Drive in Macon
Someone driving on Riverside Drive in Macon discovered a body Sunday. Investigators say they found 27-year-old Kendra Roberts lying in the grass.
Jones County man dies in single vehicle car accident
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man has died following a single vehicle car accident that occurred on Highway 18 near Upper River Road Friday morning. An investigator told 41NBC that 49-year-old Larry Woodard drove his vehicle off of the…
Middle Georgia Regional Airport looking at flights to Washington D.C.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MGRA) hasn't had scheduled flights in nearly two years. Now, they want to send Middle Georgia residents to the nation's capital. All the airport needs is a $4.6 million subsidy from the…
Perry police upgrading equipment in light on recent attacks
The Perry Police Department is investing in more than $10,000 worth of equipment to keep its officers safe.
Coach's Corner: Southwest Patriots ready to forget back-to-back 3-7 seasons
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Macon man shot trying to break up fight between couple
A man was shot while trying to stop a fight. Bibb investigators say 39-year-old Keith Wimberly was found shot at a house on Glenn Avenue in Macon.
Students receive technical certifications through new jumpstart program
Thirteen students graduated from the E3 Jumpstart Program and received technical certifications.
Coliseum Medical Centers partner with Mercer to teach graduates
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Faced with a lack of available residency positions in Georgia, Coliseum Medical Centers is beginning to teach. "The ongoing needs for continuing to offer residency slots for medical students in the state of Georgia is paramount,"…
Local law firm participates in back-to-school book bag giveaway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local law firm participated in a book bag giveaway today, just in time for children headed back to school this week. The Neighborhood Law Group of Macon spent the afternoon handing out school supplies, as…
Coach's Corner: Dooly County looking to improve on 7-4 record
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State Rep. Rusty Kidd not seeking fourth term
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - E. Culver "Rusty" Kidd, the only independent in the state legislature, decided he is not seeking re-election. Kidd represents Baldwin and Putnam counties in the Georgia House of Representatives. His decision to not run for a…
Emotions run high at Milledgeville town hall after water crisis
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The repercussions of two water crises were felt around the room at a town hall meeting in Milledgeville Wednesday morning. When the floor was opened for questions, Steve Johnson, the interim CEO at Oconee Regional Medical…
Anti-Trafficking activist warns residents about human trafficking
Anti-trafficking activists warns residents in Middle Georgia about human trafficking.
Coach's Corner: Northeast's 2-9 record worst in Bruce Mullen's tenure
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Middle Georgia Motorsports Park opens up in Twiggs County
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - There's a new place in Middle Georgia for all you race fans out there, as Saturday marks the grand opening of the Middle Georgia Motorsports Park. The park, which encompasses 122 acres near the city of…
Multi-million dollar veterans center opens in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Terry Hamilton served 26 years in the Air Force and felt it was his duty to work at the new VECTR Center in Warner Robins. "I jumped. I was at the university for 10 years…
Navicent Health awards three students with scholarships
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three students that took part in Navicent Health's Teen Volunteer Program received the Don Faulk Teen Volunteer Scholarship on Tuesday. Tarzalyn Outlaw, who contributed nearly 450 hours helping at the hospital, was awarded the top prize…
Mercer’s annual Fan Appreciation Day set for August 13
Mercer University will host its annual Fan Appreciation Day on Saturday, August 13.
Coliseum Northside ranks as only four-star hospital in Macon
Coliseum Northside Hospital is the only hospital in Macon with four-star ratings.
Coach's Corner: Tattnall Trojans head into 2016 with new coach
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Veterans Education Career Transition Resource Center holds grand opening
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There's a new resource available in Warner Robins for veterans and active-duty military. The veterans education career transition resource center opens its door Tuesday, at Middle Georgia State University. It's goal is to help service members…
33rd Annual National Night Out kicks-off in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's Office will be holding the 33rd annual National Night Out Tuesday. It's a yearly event held across the nation aimed at encouraging residents to get to know their neighbors, deputies, firefighters, and local…
Macon-Bibb deputies investigate Family Dollar robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb deputies are looking for a man who reportedly robbed the family dollar on Jeffersonville Road. We're told it happened around 7:45 this morning. According to witnesses, the suspect pointed a gun at an employee who…
Cirrus Academy Charter School opens its doors
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Qiana Jefferson is feeling some added relaxation on the first day of school at Cirrus Academy Charter School. "Oh yes," Jefferson said. "Great relief." Jefferson is relieved in more ways than one. She knows her three…
New Dublin principal 'knocks' his way to greet parents, students
Moore Street School's new principal Brian Howell is knocking door-to-door introducing himself to students' parents and guardians.
What's Right With Our Schools: Jones County PreK School Cooking through the curriculum
Jones County PreK School implemented creative ways to teach students Math, Reading and Science.
Coach's Corner: The FPD Vikings will have to replace several offensive starters for 2016.
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Macon-Bibb Co. Health Department encourages immunization
The Macon-Bibb Health Department's Mary Brown joins 41NBC to talk about National Immunization Awareness Month.
Keeping Organized: Dollar Store Finds
Keeping organized doesn't have to put a dent into your finances.
Macon store employee lies to deputies about theft, admits to stealing
A man has been charged for lying to police and stealing money from the fireworks store he worked at. 24-year-old Joshua Collins told the Bibb County Sheriff's Office a man came into the store and demanded money from him at Jake's Fireworks on Mercer University Drive.
Bibb County Sheriff's Office investigating gas station assault
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Deputies are trying to find this woman. She is a person of interest in connection to the aggravated assault that occurred Thursday, at the Marathon Gas Station on Napier Avenue.
Bibb County Sheriff's Office gives away book bags to local children
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office Outreach Section gave away book bags Friday afternoon at their location on Pio Nono Avenue. The book bags were free to anyone who stopped by from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.,…
Construction begins on new park in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Phase one of a $7 million dollar project is underway after a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday. South Macon residents are getting a park, fittingly named the South Macon-Bibb Recreation Center. It is funded by SPLOST (special-purpose,…
Lowery among entrants in Special Olympics bowling tournament
Gold Cup Lanes on Pio Nono Avenue will be packed Saturday for the Special Olympics Area 7 Bowling Competition.
Coach's Corner: Wilcox County Patriots have only 8 wins in 3 seasons.
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Air Force vets reunite with plane that helped break world speed record
It's been 40 years since two men set a world speed record for flying in a jet-powered airplane.
Man drowns in Flint River
Roberta man drowns in Flint River.
Macon man shot working on car
A man was shot while working on his car Thursday night. It happened on Napier Avenue in Macon around 11:30 p.m.
Coach's Corner: Stratford looking to better 2015's 9-4 mark
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Business owners in Macon prepare for tax free weekend
It's almost back to school for thousands of students around Middle Georgia, and parents looking to save money are taking advantage of the state's tax free holiday.
City of Milledgeville calls water main breaks "unavoidable"
UPDATED 7/28/16 at 11:16 p.m. MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia College will be closed friday and all classes are cancelled. Essential personell are to report to work as usual. The city says all of the water lines have been repaired. MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia…
Man drops from ceiling, steals money at grocery store
A man dropped from the ceiling and stole money from a grocery store in Macon Thursday morning. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says it happened at the Preferida Grocery Store on Pio Nono Avenue.
Two men rob Macon convenience store
Two men robbed the clerk of a Macon convenience store with gun just before 1 a.m. Thursday. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says they found 41-year-old Brij Patel outside of the L&C Convenience Store on Hillcrest Drive.
A gathering was held Thursday afternoon to celebrate and honor the life of 41NBC anchor Taylor Terrell
Taylor's family, as well as 41NBC, would like to thank everyone who joined us today to honor the memory of our friend and colleague.
Navicent Health buys MRI on wheels
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Medical Center of Peach County introduced its new mobile MRI coach Wednesday. Bought by Navicent Health, the rolling MRI offers diagnostic testing to residents in small towns. "This technology now is deliverable to smaller communities…
Winners in Macon-Bibb runoff preparing ahead of taking office
The winners in yesterday's runoff election in Macon-Bibb County say they're going to take time before they swear-in to listen and learn.
Mike Hostilo law firm in Macon hosts annual back pack giveaway
Mike Hostilo law firm in Macon gave away free back packs in Macon on Wednesday.
Milledgeville under boil water notice
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC-WMGT) - The city of Milledgeville is under a boil water notice following a water main break that caused dangerously low water levels. In a news release from the city's water department, Barry Jarrett, the city manager, says all…