New year, new tradition for Macon-Bibb
With the new year right around the corner, the guys at Georgia Artisan are working hard, but they're not building tables like they normally would.
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Deputies first on scene speak out about pizza delivery shooting
Deputies are trained to keep the community safe, but they're also trained to be first responders. Two Bibb County Sheriff's deputies did exactly that when Brooklyn Rouse was robbed and shot Monday night while delivering a pizza.
Medical specialist warn New Year's Eve celebrants about firework safety
The days left in 2016 are numbered but the possibilities of fire related accidents are endless. Doctors at Navicent Health say safety should still be everyone's number one concern this New Year's Eve.
Three family members killed in east Macon house fire
Three family members died in an east Macon house fire early Friday morning. Fire fighters responded to a home on Mildred Street just before 3 AM.
Macon gym owner encourages fresh start in fitness
"As long as I stay fit, I stay healthy," said gym member Sharon Kennedy. Making a habit out of something can be tough. "We're not going to be pros when we start out, we're going to shoot and miss some," said Pink Physique owner Alli Kerr.
Man arrested in child sex sting in Telfair County
TELFAIR COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A minister at a church in Hazelhurst has been arrested for allegedly attempting to have sex with a minor. Telfair County Sheriff Chris Steverson says 58-year-old Randy Wade Rowell was arrested Wednesday for traveling to…
House fire kills three people in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three people are dead after a house caught fire in Macon Friday morning. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 76-year-old Louise Howard, 81-year-old Jessie Bivins and 29-year-old Calvin Howard were inside the home at 3325 Mildred Dr.…
iHeartRadio grants wish for 11-year-old cancer patient
Jamarion Johnson has battled brain cancer for two years, but that didn't stop him from DJ'ing on one of his favorite radio stations.
Forsyth prepares to drop forsythia on New Year's Eve
With New Year's Eve approaching swiftly, the City of Forsyth is ringing in the season with a new and distinct holiday tradition.
Macon-Bibb Coroner continues New Year's ride service tradition
It isn't part of his job, but Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones is going to be out late New Year's Eve. "That's all I'm doing, just giving back to the community," said Jones. "If I drive an ambulance for 32 years I can drive a van for eight hours."
Macon non-profit hopes to raise money for new van
"We're not even cranking so it's not even going to turn on," said Chief Administrative Officer of ARC Katrina Spooner. The Advocacy Resource Center in Macon is short a resource. "We really wanna get them to where they need to go," said Spooner.
There's a new Sheriff in town and his name is Larry Dean
For the first time in 12 years, there's a new face and new leadership representing the Laurens County Sheriff's Department.
Debbie Allen's "The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker" star returns to her hometown
She wrote a book, she performed alongside Mariah Carey and she's only 13 years old! Destiny Wimpye visited her hometown in Macon Wednesday afternoon to speak to young dancers.
City of Fort Valley gears up for Peach Cobbler Drop on New Year's Eve
Fort Valley is getting ready for what will soon become "The Annual Peach Cobbler Drop."
Woman arrested in pizza delivery shooting
Bibb County Sheriff's deputies have arrested a woman in connection to the shooting of Papa John's delivery woman, 21-year-old Brooklyn Rouse. Deputies are still searching for a second suspect, who is also in connection to the shooting.
Armed men rob Macon gas station, leave behind money
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two male suspects, armed with a shotgun and rifle, left behind a gun and money after injuring a gas station clerk in a robbery attempt Wednesday morning. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says it happened at…
Warner Robins police are searching for two armed robbery suspects
Police are looking for two men who took money from the O'Reilly Auto Parts store on Russell Parkway.
Macon-Bibb County commissioners sworn into office
10 signatures. One goal. Commissioners ensuring that Macon-Bibb County continues to progress in a positive direction.
Restaurant Report Card: 12-27
Here are your scores this week from the Georgia Department of Public Health.
Macon pizza delivery woman shot in the face and head
A woman is fighting for her life in a Macon hospital after being shot in the face. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says deputies found 21-year-old Brooklyn Rouse lying outside a residence at 2443 Vivian Drive around 8:20 p.m. on Monday.
Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful Commission kicks off Christmas tree round up
Today the group is kicking off its annual Christmas tree round up. You can bring your old trees, to any Kroger location except the Baconsville store. Just be sure to hold on to your ornaments.
Tips for taking out your trash after the holidays
"Due to the holidays, this is our busiest time of the year," said Director of Macon-Bibb Solid Waste, Kevin Barkley. Now that Santa has completed his job, he is now passing along the hard work to the Macon-Bibb Solid Waste Department who will be picking up the aftermath of Christmas.
Doctors advise don't over-indulge during the holidays
Doctors at Coliseum Medical Center say they see a spike in the number of emergency room visits around this time of year.
Shoppers hit the stores on the busiest shopping day of the year
With just a couple of days until Christmas, many are still buying last minute presents. Lucy Griffin had to get one last gift for her daughter in law, so she went to Southern Grace Creations.
Man robbed, shot in West Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a group of men who robbed and shot a man on Bloomfield Drive Thursday night. Duncan Siror, 23, told deputies he was approached by three men wearing masks…
Emotional dedication ceremony to honor former county commissioner
Former Monroe County Commissoner Jim Ham died in a car accident this month.
Governor's Office of Highway Safety: Travel safely this holiday season
“Statistically if you look at what causes accidents, it is predominantly driver behavior," said Georgia Department of Public Safety Commissioner Col. Mark McDonough. You'll probably be on the road heading somewhere this holiday season.
Grants and loans for Downtown Hawkinsville businesses
Hawkinsville is the spirit of giving this holiday. The Downtown Development Authority is now accepting applications for downtown businesses to receive grants and loans.
Michigan students travel to Macon for 'Rebuilding Macon' holiday service trip
For students at Michigan's Saginaw Valley State University, service doesn't stop at their surrounding community.
Bibb County Sheriff's Office hosts 'Santa in the Park' event
The spirit of Christmas was in the air on Thursday. The Bibb County Sheriff's office hosted its annual 'Santa in the Park' toy giveaway at Filmore Thomas Park.
Layaway Santa organizers get a big surprise!
They came to do a follow up interview on Layaway Santa. They left with a single donation the amount their goal for this year.
'Bird Lady' donates toys to Bibb County students
Carolyn 'Bird Lady' Freeman donated toys to 12 families in Macon.
Woman hit by car, killed while lying on Watson Blvd.
WARNER ROBINS (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman was struck and killed by a car while she was lying on Watson Boulevard Wednesday night. Warner Robins Police say 50-year-old Sherry Lynn Holt was wearing dark clothing when she was struck by a…
Sheriff's deputy killed in Monroe County car crash
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Henry County Sheriff's deputy was killed in a single-car accident Wednesday night in Monroe County. According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, 56-year-old Thomas Palmer, of Forsyth, lost control of his car on Lassiter…
Macon teacher accused of hitting four-year-olds
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 52-year-old Philleria Cross was working at Northwoods Academy on Pierce Avenue.
Macon church hosts 7th annual William Todd Beach 'Bike-O-Rama'
It looks like Christmas came a few days early in Macon. Lizzie Chapel Baptist Church hosted its 7th annual William Todd Beach 'Bike-O-Rama'.
Deputies hand out cash instead of tickets
Seventy people were pulled over in Monroe County this week. Luckily for drivers, deputies were taking orders from a secret Santa.
Cochran mayor moves city forward after former mayor's resignation
"We've just got positive things going on," said Cochran Mayor Gary Ates. The holidays are in the air at Cochran City Hall. "As a whole, as a council we're getting along great," said Ates.
Man falls into crusher, dies at Diamond Plastics Corporation in Macon
A worker at Diamond Plastic Company was killed after being caught up in a machine Wednesday morning.
Macon-Bibb County Commission says "adieu" to Commissioner DeFore after 45 years
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-Macon-Bibb County is saying "adieu" to one of its most influential politicians. Commissioner Ed DeFore began his career in Macon politics nearly 45 years ago. "It's just been a blessing working with fine leaders in the community," said DeFore.…
Local company uses downtime to help keep Macon beautiful
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local company took to the streets Tuesday afternoon to do their part in keeping Macon beautiful. 31 employees of Freudenberg TexBond had a few extra moments while their plant closed down in order to clean…
Macon gas station owner talks security after recent robberies
A worker repaired damage from a recent robbery at the AK Express on Old Clinton Road Tuesday. "And stop all the robbing and killing and stuff, man," said Harry Daniels, who works at nearby Billy's Mobile Glass. It was the second time in three weeks the store had been hit.
Man dies after falling into hopper at Crawford County sand mine
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is dead after he fell into a hopper at a sand mine in Crawford County on Monday. The Crawford County Sheriff's Office responded to the Atlanta Sand & Supply Company on Sand Pit Road…
Salvation Army's Angel Tree: giving light to a community one toy at a time
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-The gift of giving has once again served as a present to all. Today, the Salvation Army's Angel Tree Campaign distributed gifts so hundreds of needy families could celebrate Christmas with all the bells and whistles to match. After…
Flash Foods gas station robbery
Warner Robins Police Department is investigating a robbery that happened at a Flash Foods gas station on Monday around 3:10 AM. According to police, three men entered the store on Russell parkway and demanded money.
New emergency alert system that could save your life
The Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is launching a notification system that alerts you if you could be in danger. It's called MBC Alert and you can get the alert via phone, text message or e-mail.
New sign revealed at Washington Memorial Library
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With a new sign, the Washington Memorial Library is much easier to recognize. Middle Georgia Regional Library (MGLR) revealed its new concrete, monument quality sign Monday morning. MGLR Director Jennifer Lautzenheiser says now more people will be…
Keeping Organized: The Fridge Clean-Out
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - If there's one thing a lot of refrigerators around the country tend to excel at, it's collecting expired foods and moldy old meat buried deep in the back. Professional organizer Andi Willis returns for a few…
Macon gas station robbed for second time in less than a month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - For the second time in almost as many weeks, the Village Market on Old Clinton Road fell victim to an armed robbery. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says a man entered the store Saturday around 9:30 a.m.…
Two men shot standing outside home in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two men were shot as they stood outside a house early Saturday morning. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 26-year-old Roderick Reddick and 34-year-old Donald Cotton heard gunshots as they stood at the corner of Moseley Avenue…