Bibb County celebrates 'Read For The Record'
Volunteers and kids read together Thursday to celebrate "Read for the Record." Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary was one of the schools hosting it.
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Macon NAACP President: Double check your ballot
If you haven't voted already, make sure you slow down and check your ballot. Gwen Westbrooks is the president of the Macon chapter of the NAACP.
New X-ray machine helps GBI analyze cases
"It does allow us to take better imaging and the best use of technology that's available," said Lab Manager Brian Hargett. Your top crime investigators need the top technology.
Peach County Detention Officer arrested on sexual assault charges
A Peach County Detention officer was arrested Wednesday for having sexual contact with a female inmate.
Macon Arts Alliance gets major award from Governor Deal
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon is rich in art history and now it is getting even richer. Governor Nathan Deal is honoring the Macon Arts Alliance with a major award. Jan Beeland, Executive Director of the Macon Arts Alliance said,…
Doctor warns against Halloween costume contact lenses
"Proceed with caution, really," said Halloween shopper Ray D'Alessio. There's a lot of scary stuff heading your way this Halloween. "Halloween is my favorite holiday of the year without a doubt," said D'Alessio.
The B.S. Report: Georgia and Florida
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This week in Jacksonville, it’s the Georgia-Florida game. Or as it’s been called through the years… the world’s largest outdoor cocktail party. We’re not supposed to use that term, but I’m not going to obey the…
United in Pink and strengthening families
Many families are affected by a woman in their family being diagnosed with breast cancer. Local organization, United in Pink's mission is to help those families going through rough times.
Georgia Sports Hall of Fame Inductees Brooking, Hearst part of 8 to be inducted to Georgia Hall
MACON, Ga. (AP) - Former Georgia Tech and Atlanta Falcons linebacker Keith Brooking and former Georgia and NFL running back Garrison Hearst are part of an eight-member 2017 class of inductees into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. The class…
Arrest made in Rack Room Shoes burglary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office arrested a man for breaking into the Rack Room Shoes on Bloomfield Road Tuesday morning. Antuane Simmons, 28, is charged with two county of burglary. His is one of three suspects…
Central Georgia Greek Festival celebrates Greek heritage
he 9th annual Central Georgia Greek Festival kicked off Friday in downtown Macon. It's being held at the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church on First Street. People can buy great tasting food.
Warner Robins makes Top 100 for Hispanic Entrepreneurs
Warner Robins is being recognized for it's Hispanic business owners in the area. According to a national report from GoodCall, the city was ranked 88 of 381 on "2016 Best Places for Hispanic Entrepreneurs”.
Cox Communications changes internet charge for residential bills
You may have already noticed a difference on your Cox Communications bill in the way you pay for internet. Cox now has a limit on the internet data you can use. You'll have 1 terabyte to use however you'd like.
Downtown Macon business owner hopes for parking meters
"We do have a problem," said Travis Jean owner Jean Bragg. Business owners like Jean Bragg already have enough to deal with running a business. "Not only do I know we have a problem--my customers tell me I have a problem," said Bragg. "Many have indicated 'I drove round and around and I could not come into shop.'"
Four arrested in attempted armed robbery
Four people were arrested in an attempted armed robbery in Warner Robins.
Westside High School student killed in car accident
A Westside High School student was killed in a car accident over the weekend.
Taylor County Board of Education names new superintendent
BUTLER, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Taylor County Board of Education named Jennifer Albritton as their new superintendent last week. Albritton served as assistant to Dr. Gary Gibson who was fired in September. The Board of Education never gave a reason…
Three men with shotguns rob Dollar General in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for three masked men who robbed the Dollar General store on Bloomfield Road in Macon Monday night. According to the police report, two men, wearing masks and dark clothes, entered…
Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax Advisory Committee meets to discuss future plans
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Members of the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax Advisory Committee met Monday evening. They say all the parks and recreation projects are on schedule. Instead of building three fire stations as planned they are building…
Robins Air Force Base encourages Boeing employees to apply
Executive Director of 21st Century Partnership, Col. (ret) Dan Penny spoke at the Macon Rotary Club Meeting this afternoon. He discussed 21st Century Partnership's and their relationship with Robins Air Force Base and had some good news for Boeing employees.
Family mourns death of man shot, killed in Warner Robins
"It's so shocking," said Willie Huff' sister-in-law Amber Nelson. "It takes your breath away." There are only short breaths between sobs as a family mourns the death of Willie "Joe" Huff III.
Keeping Organized: The Junk Drawer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's something almost everyone seems to have to put up with... the junk drawer. Professional organizer Andi Willis shows us how to keep that particular mish mash of "everything" from becoming a bit more than you…
Early voting locations open up in Houston County
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Early voting locations opened up in Warner Robins on Monday. The Board of Elections' main office hosted early voting since Monday, Oct. 17. Their office at 801 Main St. in Perry is open Monday through Friday…
Beam Signing for Mercer Science Building
Construction for Mercer University's new science building is still underway, but the university wants the community to be involved.
Fall Special Olympics in Houston County
Athletes from every middle school and high school in Houston county came out to play. The Special Olympics is hosted for students with intellectual disabilities to show off their sports skills. They competed in bocce, soccer and softball.
Bibb deputies search for man involved in multiple property crimes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man who they believe are involving in multiple property crimes. 63 Year old Donald Eugene Daniely is wanted for burglary and theft by deception in reference to…
UPDATE: Three charged in West Macon murder after police chase
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office arrested two males and female for the murder of 37-year-old Marcus Braswell on Friday. Andre Jackson, 21, and Lisa Harris, 31, led deputies on a brief car chase before Jackson stopped…
Three people shot in Fort Valley, police investigating
Three people were shot at an apartment complex in Fort Valley Friday morning.
Shots fired in North Macon, woman struck in the hip
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating an aggravated assault in North Macon Thursday night. Natasha Deshazier, 39, was visiting friends at a home on Grier Street when several shots were fired. Deshazier was struck in…
Candlelight vigil held to honor Samuel Poss
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Hundreds of people turned out for a candlelight vigil to remember Samuel Poss. People held lit candles at Ochlahatchee Ball Park off of Frank Satterfield Road. Ashley Wukasinovich went to Perry High School with Samuel, she said,…
UPDATE: Woman found dead at Macon hotel identified
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman was found dead at a hotel in Macon Thursday night. It happened at the America's Best Inn on Harrison Road. Bibb County Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley tells 41NBC, they are investigating it as a…
Missing teen from Perry was killed, two teens in custody
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Samuel Poss, the 18-year-old who was missing since Saturday, was found dead late Wednesday night. Perry Police Chief Stephen Lynn says he was murdered during a news conference Thursday morning. Two men are in custody and…
Man shot and killed after home invasion
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a home invasion that left one man dead this morning.
Macon-Bibb residents are getting into the swing of recycling
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Since beginning a recycling program in January the Macon-Bibb County Solid Waste Department has delivered more than 6,000 recycling carts to residents. Kevin Barkley is the Director of the Macon-Bibb County Solid Waste Department, he said,…
Bomb threat at a Macon-Bibb County government building
It happened Wednesday evening at the Superior Court Probation Office on Second Street.
The B.S. Report: Who is to blame for Georgia's loss to Vanderbilt?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Yes, Georgia losing to Vanderbilt was awful. I know. If you are a Georgia fan, you want blood this week. You can’t believe your team lost on homecoming to Vandy. So what do you really want…
Women League of Voters encourages everyone to make informed vote
"We are a thinking, intelligent people, and we can do the research," said Macon-Bibb Chapter of the Women League of Voters President Adah Roberts. The Presidential election is certainly on people's minds as November 8th nears.
Family Advancement Ministries provides help for Hispanic families
Moving can be hard but moving from a different country and not knowing the language can be even harder. Many Hispanic families have moved from their country to Middle Georgia for the first time, and many of them have felt lost.
Three Milledgeville non-profits receive over $50,000
Three Milledgeville non-profits receive over $50,000 in grant money.
Historic Macon gearing up for big flea market with new warehouse
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Historic Macon is preparing for its 39th annual Flea Market with a new warehouse on Oglethorpe Street. The group takes donations year-round for the Flea Market, which is Historic Macon's biggest fundraising event of the year.…
Pedestrian killed crossing Mercer University Drive
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man was hit and killed by a car on Mercer University Drive near Daffodil Street Wednesday morning. Theodore Reese, 74, was pulling a dumpster filled with cans across the street when he was hit just after…
Robbers break down front door, pistol-whip West Macon homeowner
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A home invasion and assault left one Macon man in the hospital Wednesday morning. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, three men, wearing masks and dark clothes, kicked down the front door to a Shadow…
Former MGC star Reddick making playoff run with Dodgers
Josh Reddick, a 29-year-old right fielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers, is in the top five of the all-time Middle Georgia greats, according to two men who've seen them all.
Georgia National Fair sets new record
The Georgia National fair was a success this year and one for the record books.
Former Cochran Mayor: 'I am not in agreement with' city council's choices
"Lightbulbs starting going off," said Former Cochran Mayor. "What we were discussing has already been predetermined before we ever got in this room." Stoy has strong reasons to believe this video that shows multiple city council in the lobby of city hall was a violation of the Open Meetings Act.
Boeing leaves many in Macon unemployed
A year ago, Boeing announced that their Macon plant was expanding, which would have created jobs for about two hundred people. Instead, one hundred twenty people will be losing their jobs.
Man allegedly shot after striking woman in face
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office a man was shot in the back after striking a woman in the face and choking her. It happened at the Waverly Pointe Apartments on Forest Hill Road before 2 a.m. Tuesday…
Boeing is leaving Middle Georgia in mid-December
It's causing 120 people to be out of a job.
Early Voting Begins
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia voters can now make their way to the polls. Registered voters can visit their nearest polling location starting today through November 4th. Voters can visit a couple of locations in Macon which include, the Macon-Bibb County…
Baldwin woman reported missing, found dead in car
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Baldwin County Sheriff's Office found the body of 20-year-old Asia Macklin on Friday. Macklin was reported missing after not being seen or heard from since Saturday, Oct. 8. According to the Baldwin County Sheriff's Office,…