Possible speed limit reductions on four Macon streets
Macon-Bibb Commissioner Elaine Lucas wants drivers to slow down. "This community is not that large that we have to have people speeding everywhere they go," said Lucas.
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What's Right With Our Schools: Turner Woods first grade teacher offers multiple seating options to students
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Man shot during robbery attempt at Liberty Inn
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man was shot during an attempted robbery at the Liberty Inn Friday night. Sammie Montgomery, 26, told police a man he only knew as "Shaun" came in his room and started talking to him. Shortly…
Woman shot inside East Macon home
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man accused of shooting a woman Friday night. Investigators say the woman showed up at the Coliseum Hospital around 9 p.m. with a gunshot wound to her…
Brooklyn Rouse speaks out for first time since shooting
Brooklyn Rouse was honored at a benefit concert in Macon on Friday night. The 21-year-old was shot while delivering a pizza to a home on Vivian Drive back in December. Rouse was in critical condition, but has now made a tremendous recovery.
Cherry Blossom Festival officially begins
The pinkest party on earth has officially started. Organizer's launched the Cherry Blossom Festival with the opening ceremony, a traditional Japanese performance and ribbon cutting to seal the deal.
B.S. Report at Spring Training: Bill's on the beach, but still talking Braves baseball
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bill Shanks might be on the beach for a much needed day off, but he's still talking Braves baseball. Atlanta's preseason record might not be very good, but Bill says there's a good reason for that:…
Monroe County Hospital not quite in the clear yet
"This is the best political outing where people joined hands in an off election, other than a presidential election, that I can remember," said Monroe County Commissioner Larry Evans.
Crawford Co. T-ball team honors fallen law enforcement heroes
T.J. Freeman and several other middle Georgia officers who've died in the line of duty are being remembered by a Crawford County T-ball team.
Bibb Co. deputy won't face charges after shooting, killing man
The Bibb County deputy who shot and killed a man who attacked him last October has been cleared of charges. Witnesses say Deputy Greg Ussery confronted 55-year-old Larry Matthews after he stole from the Family Dollar on Eisenhower Parkway.
Fatal car crashes in Macon-Bibb triple according to coroner
The number of fatal car wrecks in the first three months of this year is nearly triple in comparison to last year in Macon-Bibb. In only the first three months of the year, County Coroner Leon Jones says he's worried.
Two Bibb County schools merging on same campus
If you walk through the halls of Northeast High school, you can tell the school's been around for decades. "You can tell it's aged," said Northeast High School sophomore, Mary Gray. "The paint, the mold sometimes."
Museum of Aviation encourages STEM-related careers for students
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins wants to help students as young as middle school get interested in math and science careers. The shadow cast by the SR-71 Blackbird is big, but these students…
Gray welcomes new senior living apartments
There's a new place for low income seniors to live in Gray. The company Miller and Valentine worked alongside the Georgia Department of Community Affairs and the city of Gray to build Water Tower Park Senior Village.
Cherry Blossom Festival has a few new twists
Macon's International Cherry Blossom festival is just days away and organizers are putting on the final touches to make sure all things pink are up to par.
Woman indicted after shooting teenager in January
The woman arrested in January for shooting a boy outside her home, has been indicted by the Bibb County Superior Court. 47-year-old Elisabeth Cannon is facing two counts of aggravated assault and one count of aggravated battery.
B.S. Report: Bill Shanks talks Braves from their training facility in Florida
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 2017 Major League Baseball season is just around the corner, and the Braves play their first exhibition game next Friday at their brand new park. Bill Shanks is in Orlando this week to follow the…
Monroe county commissioner race continues in runoff
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After a close race between six candidates, the search for a new Monroe County Commissioner is still on. The spot was left empty after previous District 2 commissioner, Jim Ham, passed away in a car accident in…
Telfair Co. boyfriend sets girlfriend on fire
A man is charged with aggravated assault and battery after setting his girlfriend on fire in Telfair County Saturday night. It happened on Roberson Town Lane in Jacksonville.
Fort Valley paraplegic man found dead in Upson County woods
Upson County Sheriff's deputies found a Fort Valley paraplegic man dead in the woods early last Friday morning. They found him at a hunting camp off of Triune Mill Road.
Middle Georgia Special Election results
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Several Middle Georgia counties cast ballots for a Special Purpose Local Options Sales Tax (SPLOST) on Tuesday. Baldwin County voters approved the SPLOST by 1,171 votes, or 72 percent. 446 voters voted against it, according to…
Dublin police chief hopes 'Transformers' program will change lives
The Dublin Police Chief is doing more than just enforcing the law. He wants the community to be even stronger. Dublin Police Chief Tim Chatman's hands don't just encourage following the law each day.
AARP selects Macon-Bibb as age-friendly community
The AARP is honoring Macon-Bibb with another five years of partnership. The county has been selected as an age-friendly community.
Review board members take a transit tour of Pio Nono Avenue
When it comes to pedestrian safety, Macon-Bibb's review board is literally on board-- a bus that is.
Baldwin county residents cast in votes for SPLOST renewal
Baldwin County residents had the opportunity to vote on the renewal of the Special Local Options Sales Tax (SPLOST) on Tuesday's election day.
Neighbors alarmed after Warner Robins corner store robbery
An armed robbery Monday morning in Warner Robins has frequent customers of the OM Food Mart on Feagin Mill Road concerned for their safety in the neighborhood.
Historic black owned businesses to be celebrated at Cotton Avenue Revival Festival
The Cotton Avenue Coalition is hosting the 2nd Cotton Avenue Revival Festival this weekend. It's planned to showcase and teach people about the rich history in the area.
Jones County Schools Superintendent connects tradition with E-SPLOST
If voters approve the special penny sales tax for schools, the superintendent says they'll be able to move their ninth grade students to the high school. You set a tradition through habit and hard work. "Jones County has a good history of doing a lot with a little," said Jones County Schools Superintendent Chuck Gibson."You go by our schools. For the most part, we're proud of our schools."
New sports complex to replace blighted homes on Wise Avenue
Macon-Bibb city officials were busy Monday morning as contractors took out an entire street of blighted homes on Wise Avenue.
What's Right With Our Schools: 'Plickers' program helps engage classroom interaction
Twiggs County Middle School students are becoming more engaged in classroom discussion using the 'Plickers' program.
Ron White shows off his comedic genius at the Macon City Auditorium
Ron White shows off his comedic genius at the Macon City Auditorium
Cherry Blossom Festival announces new CEO and President
The search is over for Cherry Blossom's next CEO and President.
Pop-up shop fashion designer hits downtown Macon
Some unique t-shirts are on sale in Macon, and they have a soulful style to them. Ross Riddle has moved all over the country making t-shirts.
Dozens gather for first Taylor County Board of Education court hearing
The Concerned Citizens of Taylor County faced the Board of Education in court Friday morning. More than 200 citizens filed a lawsuit against the school board after former superintendent Dr. Gary Gibson was terminated in September 2016.
Bibb skate park opens with ribbon cutting
Macon-Bibb is using SPLOST money to help skaters. "Just cruisin, really," said Skater Ricky Hellard. "Wind in your face." Skating lets Ricky Hellard get away. "It's like it's an escape," said Hellard.
Monroe County Sheriff's Deputy to face federal charge in excessive force indictment
Today the Monroe County District Attorney's Office announced indictment of a sheriff's deputy accused of using excessive force.
Macon man shot during argument over television
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is recovering in the hospital after being shot in the leg Thursday night. It happened at the home of 47-year-old Eddie Evans, who lives at the Raintree Apartments on Graham Rd. Bibb deputies say…
One person is dead after two car accident
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon woman died Thursday evening after a two car accident. Investigators from the Bibb County Sheriff's say the driver of a small car pulled out in front of a truck on Shurling Drive at Walnut…
Suspect arrested on charges of rape and human trafficking
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - U.S. Marshals and the Bibb County Sheriff's Office announced in a news release the arrest of a suspect accused of rape and human trafficking. 34-year-old Najiy Williams was taken into custody Thursday morning just before 9…
Monroe County deputy indicted by Grand Jury
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Monroe County Sheriff's Deputy was indicted on charges this week by the Towaliga Circuit District Attorney's Office Sgt. William Jackson was indicted by the Monroe County Grand Jury on the counts of Simple Battery, Battery,…
Dublin prepares for St. Patrick's Day weekend
St. Patrick's day may be on Friday, but one city in Middle Georgia has been celebrating all month long. Dublin's St. Patrick's day festival started in February, but they are preparing for the busiest and greenest weekend.
Crawford County Senior Center begins water damage repairs
A flood caused major damage to the Senior Center in Crawford County. Repairs started this week. It's usually pretty quiet outside the Crawford County Senior Center.
Virginia College students host 'Spring Fling' fashion show
Virginia College cosmetology students strutted their stuff at their annual spring fling on Thursday.
Arrest made in 1975 Houston County murder case
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An arrest has been made in a murder case that happened in 1975. 59-year-old Mary Jane Stewart was arrested in San Antonio, Texas for the murder of Cheryl White on Wednesday, March 15th. 16-year-old White…
Federal budget cuts may impact Middle Georgia Meals on Wheels
President Trump's proposal could mean big cuts to several federal departments--funding local and state agencies like Meals on Wheels.
Rant N' Rave: March Madness and the World Baseball Classic
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's another edition of Rant N' Rave this week, as Bill and Tucker discuss what's going on in the sports world. First up is a quick discussion about Bill and Tuck's Final Four picks, as the…
41NBC programs weather alert radios in Dublin
41NBC wants people to be safe during severe weather
Macon-Bibb EMA teams up with National Guard for natural disaster training
Lake Tobesofkee's Sandy Beach Park shut down today for day two of natural disaster training. But training wasn't your typical walk in the park.
Warner Robins welcomes Air National Guard's work on park
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Air National Guard Civil Engineers wanted to do something for Warner Robins and learn some construction skills along the way. "It's one way that we can give back," said Technical Sergeant Christopher Dryja.…
B.S. Report: Time for Mark Fox to go
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The University of Georgia is somewhat important in this state. A lot of you who are watching are perhaps fans of UGA. I happen to be an alumni of UGA. Wednesday night the men’s basketball team…