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Fire department investigates fire at Robins Landing Apartments
Warner Robins Fire Department is investigating a fire that happened Thursday morning at an apartment complex.
Illinois church members visit Macon on a mission
Members of an Illinois Methodist Church are visiting Macon this week. They aren't on vacation but they are on a mission.
Update: Arrest made in Tara Grinstead Case
An arrest has been in the murder of Tara Grinstead. Grinstead went missing in 2005. Thursday morning, Ryan Alexander Duke was arrested and charged for the murder of Tara Grinstead.
Suspect wanted for murder of elderly man in Macon
The body of a black male was found around 6:45 p.m. Wednesday evening.
Emergency animal clinic coming to Middle Georgia
Middle Georgia veterinarians broke ground on what will soon be the only emergency clinic in the area.
Professional basketball team Middle Georgia Pits prepares for inaugural season
A professional basketball team thinks Middle Georgia would be a great place to play. The Middle Georgia Pits are trying out players right now. "It's going to bring so much excitement to the youth," said Middle Georgia Pits President Tashina Spaulding.
Houston County third graders learn how to run a business
Third graders from Houston County Public Schools were open for business today. The district had its annual "Market Day" at the Houston County Pavilion.
The B.S. Report: Braves loading up on pitching
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Braves won 14 division titles from 1991 through 2005 with great starting pitching as the main reason. And now, as the team tries to get back on track after two years of rebuilding, pitching is…
Lawmakers propose bill regarding county line dispute
The Bibb county and Monroe county dispute continues, but state lawmakers are hoping to put a halt to it.
Street will be named after Jason Aldean
Country singer, Jason Aldean will soon have a road named after him in Macon. Macon-Bibb commissioners approved the renaming of a road near Navicent Health .
Early voting in Houston County
Early voting in Houston county is less than a week away. Voters will get the opportunity to vote on renewing the Special Purpose Local Options Sales Tax (SPLOST).
Coroner searching for man's next of kin
Bibb County coroner, Leon Jones, needs the public's help in locating the next of kin of 33-year-old, Louis Garcia.
2017 STAR program winner shines bright
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Some incredible students were recognized for their academic success. The Georgia Chamber of Commerce held its 2017 Bibb County STAR Student and Teacher Banquet. Thirteen students and teachers were honored. The students are from private and…
Council approves Vietnam veteran memorial sculptures
A Vietnam veteran memorial will soon be up in Warner Robins. The Warner Robins City Council approved the building and funding of two sculptures honoring Vietnam veterans Tuesday night.
Stop traffic with the 'click' of a button
The Pedestrian Safety Review Board met to discuss some major additions in the plan to safen Macon-Bibb streets on Tuesday.
Mercer students 'jamming up' sex trafficking in Macon
A new student group at Mercer University may have cracked the code on talking to Macon's youth about the dangers of sex trafficking.
Young people learn about the significance of the Underground Railroad
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A history lesson took place at the Tubman African American Museum Tuesday afternoon, and elementary school kids were able to take it all in. A workshop was held as part of the museum's hands-on celebration of…
Bibb County Sheriff aims to keep improving jail
An annual inspection of the Bibb County Jail revealed there's work to be done to improve the appearance and functionality. Bibb County Sheriff David Davis is working to make it right.
Mayhem spreads hockey knowledge through clinic
In case you didn't know, the Macon Mayhem is pretty good.
New parking garages could be on the way in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Many people believe parking in downtown Macon at times can be a real hassle. Tuesday County Commissioners may approve a plan that would begin to help elevate the problem. Space on Poplar Street and an area…
Coliseum's STAR program helps veterans with PTSD
The Coliseum Center for Behavioral Health is launching its new S.T.A.R. program. The Stress, Trauma, Addiction and Recovery Program will help military and veterans deal with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Milledgeville enjoys recent business growth
Milledgeville continues to be a great place to open a business. Milledgeville Mainstreet released some data that says growth has been solid for the past few years. Running a business can be hard work, but having one in Milledgeville has made it a little easier for SweetTreats owner Jodi Kent.
Macon Enhancement Authority hosts construction job fair
The Macon Enhancement Authority will host a President's day job fair for residents interested in construction work on the Pleasant Hill Mitigation Plan.
Two men shot outside Club Envy in downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two men were shot outside of Club Envy in downtown Macon early Sunday morning. Bibb deputies were told that someone pulled out a handgun and started shooting after an argument around 3 a.m. Eddie Evan, 35,…
Macon Mayhem "Military Appreciation" weekend
Macon Mayhem "Military Appreciation" weekend
Students learn black history thanks to living wax museum
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A valuable history lesson took place Friday afternoon at Matilda Hartley Elementary School in Macon, just not from a text book. Rather, it was in the form of a living wax museum. Students and faculty got…
Crisp Habitat's groundbreaking digs up an old family tie
Crisp Area's Habitat for Humanity broke ground on their first house project in Vienna, honoring a pillar in the Dooly community--Sheriff Van Peavy. But, the groundbreaking was an emotional day for two families.
New additions to Rosa Jackson Community Center
The Rosa Jackson Community Center re-opened doors to East Macon Friday morning. The center closed last January to begin renovations. "I remember, yes, playing on that wooden porch in Rosa Jackson," said Myrna Davis Bell with a smile describing what the community center was like more than sixty years ago.
Bibb elementary students prepare for Read Across America
L.H. Williams Elementary students had a chance to prepare for Read Across America day March 2nd. Volunteers are encouraged to come in and read to students across the nation.
CGTC shows high school students possibilities at Senior Day
Central Georgia Technical College invited high school students to learn more about their future today. It hosted Senior Day for high school seniors looking to continue their education.
Bibb County School District wants to make school buses safer for students
Bibb County School District wants to make school buses safer for students
A "Day Without Immigrants" in Middle Georgia
Thousands of immigrants across the nation protested President Trump's immigration crackdown and travel ban by showing the country what a "Day Without Immigrants" is like.
Macon-Bibb Mayor: State of the community 'increasingly enlightened'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb Mayor Robert Reichert is optimistic about the state of the community. He spoke at a luncheon hosted by the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce Thursday. "I hope my remarks are as good as the company…
Rant N' Rave: Talking Braves and college basketball
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent are back this Thursday to rant and rave about the world of sports. First up on the slate are the Atlanta Braves. Specifically, what was their best offseason move? The acquisitions…
Helping women understand the signs and symptoms of heart attacks
The annual Go Red for Women Luncheon was held in Warner Robins Thursday afternoon.
UPDATE: Woman found dead in Pleasant Hill neighborhood beaten, strangled to death
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman was found dead inside a home in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood in Macon around 11 a.m. Thursday morning. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones says the cause of death was blunt force trauma to the head…
Police search for alleged ATM robbery suspect
Police searching for ATM robbery suspect
GCSU leading research in Georgia's growing pest problem
Georgia has a bit of a pest problem. The emerald ash borer was first spotted in northern Georgia in 2013.
B.S. Report: 2017 Atlanta Braves worth watching
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Atlanta Braves acquired a second baseman on Sunday – for free. Well, basically, it was for nothing. The Cincinnati Reds didn’t need Brandon Phillips, but the Braves did. After a traffic accident a few weeks…
Perry shows off new animal control facility
Perry is excited to finally have something new to help animals. It's taken years of planning to make the animal control facility a reality.
First homeless female veteran shelter coming to Middle Georgia
Construction on the first homeless female veteran shelter in Middle Georgia has begun in Warner Robins. Construction began in December for the Genesis Joy House, but there is still a lot of work to be done.
Macon man behind bars after drug bust
A Macon man is behind bars after a drug bust.
Man with plastic bag over his head fails to rob Macon Krystal
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man wearing a plastic bag over his head tried to rob a Krystal Restaurant Tuesday night. Bibb deputies say the criminal entered the fast-food restaurant on Riverside Drive around 10:20 p.m. and demanded the cashier…
Child care worker arrested on child pornography charges in Upson County
THOMASTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An Upson County man is in jail after being arrested for distributing child pornography. David Batchelor, 45, was arrested Monday at his home in Thomaston, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigations (GBI). He is charged…
Mercer students serenade Daybreak Center participants
Love was in the air at a shelter in Macon on Tuesday. Daybreak shelter invited a special guest to spread the Valentine's Day spirit through music.
Brooklyn Rouse's father speaks out after Miller's arrest
"The first two weeks you know, it was kind of hard, kind of tough," said Brooklyn Rouse's father, Warren Rouse, describing what it was like after Brooklyn was shot.
Macon woman uses grant money to start The Maconites website
Macon is a city full of different personalities. One Macon woman wants to highlight the diversity. "We're actually taking the time to sit and ask someone to tell me their story," said The Maconites creator Susannah Maddux.
Coast Guard searches for Warner Robins man overboard on cruise ship
The United States Coast Guard is searching for a man from Warner Robins who fell overboard on a cruise ship near the Bahamas. 24-year-old Kevin Wellons is believed to have fallen overboard 15 miles southwest of Abaco.
Second suspect arrested in pizza delivery shootings
The second suspect in December's Papa John's pizza delivery shootings was arrested Monday afternoon. US Marshals Southern Regional Fugitive Task Force and Bibb County Sheriff's Investigators arrested 19-year-old Jacob Elijah Miller just after 2:30 PM in Atlanta.