Crazy Bull owner: Club will stay open, pulls out of loan deal with NewTown Macon
Rick Hill, the owner of the popular downtown nightclub Crazy Bull, told 41NBC at this time he will not move forward with a loan agreement with NewTown Macon.
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Robbers invade west Macon apartment, shoot man
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is recovering in the hospital after being shot during a robbery at his Macon apartment Monday night. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 66-year-old Johnny Williams was at his Water Oak Apartment when three…
Residents voice concerns about city government
Residents voice concerns about city government
Georgia National Fairgrounds looks to add new livestock building
The Georgia National Fairgrounds is adding a new way to bring more visitors in. A new livestock building should add to what's already a busy place. "It doesn't matter if there's 100 people here or 10,000," said Agriculture and Youth Director Philip Gentry. "The energy is the same."
VIDEO: Armed robbery at Econo Lodge
he Bibb County Sheriff's Office needs your help in identifying a suspect involved in an armed robbery that happened over the weekend. On April, 29th, the suspect walked into the Econo Lodge on Riverside Drive, waved a handgun and jumped on the counter demanding money. After getting the money, he left just after 4:30 PM.
Man attempts to rob Cricket Wireless store in Macon
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating an attempted armed robbery that happened just before 11:30 AM Monday morning. According to deputies, a man walked into the Cricket Wireless Store on Shurling Drive and an employee saw he had a handgun. The employee ran out of the store and the man ran out too, fleeing the scene.
What's Right With Our Schools: RAFB workers teach students STEM
Robins Air Force Base employees are partnering with Huntington Middle School to teach students about STEM.
Macon beats Peoria 2-1, wins SPHL's President's Cup
In front of 3,784 fans at the Coliseum, the Mayhem beat the Peoria Rivermen 2-1 Sunday night in Game 2 of the league's best-of-three finals.
Museum of Aviation honors three new inductees
Georgia's Museum of Aviation honored three new inductees to its Hall of Fame this weekend. Elton D. Brooks, Richard Fortenberry and Sergeant Mike J. Ferros all joined the list of Georgia's aviation legends.
Gracious gardener ready for harvest after van and tools stolen from church parking lot
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - William Tony was told as a boy that there are two types of people in the world: givers and takers. The 66-year-old gardener at Centenary Methodist Church is a giver, but unfortunately on April 17 a…
Hundreds turn out for Relay for Life event
Hundreds turn out for Relay for Life event
Mayhem wins Game 1 of SPHL finals; Game 2 in Macon Sunday
The Macon Mayhem is a win away from winning the Southern Professional Hockey League's President's Cup.
Sparta to highlight town's hidden talent in first ever art festival
You can't spell SpARTa without the word 'art'. That's why local artists say they want to change the perception of Sparta, Georgia and do it in a way that's never been done before.
Former Macon mayor: Beer festival doesn't honor Rosa Parks
Former Macon mayor C. Jack Ellis is upset with a beer festival event going on Saturday at Rosa Parks Square. He says a festival with alcohol present doesn't send the right message and dishonors her legacy.
GBI and DJJ investigating teen beaten in Macon RYDC
Jeriel Sheppard says he knew his son staying at Macon Regional Youth Detention Center would change the teen's life forever, but he never imagined it would change like this.
Rant N' Rave: Draft time for the Atlanta Falcons
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's another week of ranting and raving for Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent. It's time for the NFL draft, and the Falcons have the 31st pick. Should they expend a few assets and move up? Or…
Cherry Blossom Festival officials respond to former CEO's lawsuit
The Cherry Blossom Festival and some of its executive members filed a response to the former CEO's lawsuit. They deny any wrongdoing in a 17-page response.
Future Farmers of America cleans up parks during state convention
The Future Farmers of America met for their state-wide convention starting today at the Centreplex. More than 7000 high school and middle school students will be there for the weekend. Part of their mission is to serve others.
Robber: "You know what time it is," steals cash
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating an armed robbery at a Macon shoe store Thursday morning. The robber, armed with a handgun, entered Ultra Shoes on Gray Highway around 10:30 a.m. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office,…
Missing Macon man found at local hospital
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office has located a missing man at a local hospital. 23-year-old William Austin Kittrell was reported missing after he left the ARC Home on Graham Road during a fire drill around 7:30…
The B.S. Report: Falcons or soccer?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The NFL Draft is Thursday. It’s usually one of the best sporting events of the year. I love the draft, but not this year. You see, I have a bad attitude about what happened almost three…
Charter Communications helping students in Dublin with special internet offer
Charter Communications helping students in Dublin with special internet offer
NewTown Macon hopes to help downtown bar with finances
A popular downtown Macon bar is having financial trouble that could lead to its closing. NewTown Macon approved them for a loan, but there could be problems.
Stress Awareness Month: Finding your balance with yoga
Jessica Brown may a yoga instructor now but she wasn't always. "A couple years ago I was working a corporate job," said Brown. "I felt stressed out all the time."
Police standoff suspect dead, one victim dead
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is dead after a police standoff. One of the two people he allegedly attacked is also dead. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones says 27 year old Gavin Williams was shot and killed during a…
UPDATE: Warner Robins Police asking help in finding two missing juveniles
UPDATE: Warner Robins Police Department report that the girls were found safe around 8:30PM. WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two children are missing, and the Warner Robins Police Department is asking for your help in locating them. 11-year-old Azalea Jenkins…
VA Medical Center's Lake Leisure helps veterans enjoy the outdoors
There's a new place for veterans to go at the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center. It helps them stay active and enjoy some peace.
Houston Healthcare celebrates volunteer appreciation week, honors 100 year old volunteer
Houston Healthcare's volunteer staff is getting paid this week--not cash but homage.
Volunteers working to save Byron Animal Shelter dogs
A few days in dog years may not seem like much--unless those days are numbered.
Cochran Bypass detours drivers through downtown
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - If you travel down State Route 87/Cochran Bypass, you will probably be taking a different route for the next year. The intersection from Frank Cook to SR 87 is closed for construction. The alternate route takes…
Georgia Sports Hall of Fame showcases autistic baseball organization with exhibit
The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame is celebrating Autism Awareness month with a new exhibit. They are showcasing the Alternative Baseball organization. It's an organization that creates baseball teams throughout the country for people with autism and other disabilities.
Crawford County man shot by shotgun Saturday night
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that left another man in the hospital. Mark Wayne Stribling, 67, of Crawford County was charged with aggravated assault and possession of drug related objects, according…
GMC cadets appointed by U.S. Coast Guard Admiral
10 Cadets at Georgia Military College received their appointments from the admiral of the U.S Coast Guard himself--Admiral Paul Zukunft.
Centerville P.D. alerts taxpayers of IRS scammers
"This is that time of people are going to start calling about taxes," said Centerville Police Department's, Chief Charles Hadden. "We want to let the people know before anybody has any kind of incidents." Scammers are on the hunt and the Centerville Police Department wants to make sure you're not a victim.
Home of Little Richard Penniman to be moved
The home of R&B legend Little Richard Penniman will be moved from its location tomorrow.
Laurens County Schools Superintendent resigns
Laurens County Schools Superintendent Juli Alligood is resigning. She has served the district for more than 25 years.
Macon man shot inside his home
A Macon man was shot inside of his home Monday morning. Deputies are looking for the suspect.
NAACP to hold townhall in Bloomfield Neighborhood
Macon's NAACP will hold a town hall meeting Tuesday night and Thursday night. They've invited community leaders and residents to be a part of the discussion.
7-year-old dies in Macon County wreck
The Georgia State Patrol is trying to figure out why a car veered off the road and crashed in Macon County Friday afternoon. The GSP says Melinda Leggett was driving a 2006 BMW on Highway 49 near mile marker 18 with a 15-year-old and 7-year-old in the car with her.
Lizella man leads deputy on chase, ram's patrol car in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Lizella man is in jail after he lead police on a car chase Saturday. It started when a Bibb deputy spotted 26-year-old Joshua Ross's car speeding down Eisenhower Parkway near Fulton Mill Road in Macon.…
Fans help the Macon Mayhem skate into the Finals
MACON (41NBC/WMGT) - Fans are in a frenzy ready to support their home town Macon Mayhem as they try to skate their way to a Southern Professional Hockey League Championship. The semi-final round of the SPHL Playoffs are in full swing.…
Mayhem advance to SPHL finals with 3-2 win over Pensacola
Fans poured into the Macon Coliseum Friday to see the Macon Mayhem beat the Pensacola Ice Flyers 3-2 in Game 2 of the Southern Professional Hockey League semifinals. Macon clinched the series two games to none with the win.
SWAT team called out after Macon man barricades himself in home
MACON, Bibb County (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County deputies arrested a man after barricading himself in a house with a weapon early Friday evening. According to Lt. Randy Gonzalez of the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 42-year-old Reginald Wilmore was waving a…
Warner Robins approves $20 million recreation plan
Warner Robins is pouring more money into parks and recreation around the city. City council approved a $20 million plan to build more facilities. Sterling Brown finds it's easy to catch a few fish and a few friends at Walker's Pond in Warner Robins.
Kroger launches Earth Day sustainability initiative in local store
A local grocery store chain is doing its part to keep mother Earth alive and well.
Macon-Bibb Commissioner holds Town Hall meeting
Macon-Bibb Commissioner holds Town Hall meeting
Allergy season: best practice for staying in the clear
It's spring time which means that pollen season is in full effect.
Convenience store robbed in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Police are looking for three suspects in connection with an armed robbery in Houston County. According to a news release by the Warner Robins Police Department, three suspects entered Rocky's Quick Stop on Elberta Road…
Man arrested for daylight shooting near Grenada Terrace and San Juan Avenue
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon. 30-year-old Dominick Howell, Sr. was arrested for the incident that happened just before 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of Grenada Terrace and…
Peach County dedicates workforce development building
Central Georgia Technical College and Peach County dedicated the new workforce development center to honor Dr. William Moorehead. Though he has passed away, Dr. Moorehead's dream lives on.