Three Milledgeville non-profits receive over $50,000
Three Milledgeville non-profits receive over $50,000 in grant money.
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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,…
Search underway for missing teen in Perry
UPDATED 10/19/16 PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Authorities in Perry are now using cavader dogs trying to locate Sameul Poss. Police say they will search the area near the Poss home one final time Wednesday. PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Perry…
Woman dies in Macon house fire
68-year-old Ruby Davis died Monday morning in a Macon house fire. Firefighters believe the home did not have working smoke detectors.
Early voting begins Monday, October 17th
Early voting begins Monday.
Woman allegedly shot by man in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting after deputies were called to Navicent Health Hospital early Sunday morning. Tracye Respect, 41, was shot multiple times at a home on Hatcher Place. She reported to police…
The End Zone: Scores and highlights from Week 9
Here are the scores and highlights from the week of October 14.
Macon Mayhem donates ticket sales to Cherry Blossom Festival
"We're a really hard working, really tough team," said Macon Mayhem assistant coach Leo Thomas. The Macon Mayhem prepared for a big exhibition game Friday morning with a few extra drills. "We've brought a lot of new faces in here," said Thomas.
Neighbors plan on working together to keep new park looking nice
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Filmore Thomas park is set to open in Macon on the city's Westside of town next month. Years in the making, people said a bunch of empty promises, and a relentless effort to make it happen…
Macon-Bibb County Board Of Elections opens new office
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections has a new building. The mayor was on hand to the cut the ribbon and make it official. The new space is located on Pio Nono Avenue at the West Gate Shopping…
Macon pizza restaurant donates profits to Mercer student group
A pizza shop in downtown Macon is reaching out to help Mercer University students. Fatty's Pizza on Second Street is donating 10% of what they make all day today to the Mercer Prosthetics and Orthotics club.
Homeless veterans find new start at remodeled Macon hotel
"And that's what we try to make people feel like--you are at home," said veteran Marcus Paschal. The key to a good home is simply looking at it the right way.
Class of 1966 Reunites
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)- Laughs and reminiscence filled the Ballard Hudson Middle School library this morning. Members of the Ballard-Hudson Senior High School class of 1966 kicked off their 50th class reunion by returning to their old stomping grounds. The high school…
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles hosts 'Victim Visitor's Day'
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles spoke with victims about offenders' parole status at the 'Victim Visitor's Day'.
Macon-Bibb Citizen Advocacy bringing attention to the disabled with benefit concert
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A group in Macon is giving people who are disabled and at risk of being excluded, a friend. Macon-Bibb Citizen Advocacy (MBCA) gives you the chance to form a relationship with nursing home residents, developmentally disabled people…
20-year-old woman missing from Baldwin County
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Baldwin County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in finding Asia Macklin, who was last seen on Saturday, October 8. Macklin is a black female, standing 5-feet tall and weighing 189 pounds. The Sheriff's…
Cochran Mayor Michael Stoy steps down
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Cochran Mayor Michael Stoy has resigned. Stoy wrote a resignation letter and gave to the city manager and council members at a city council meeting Tuesday evening. Stoy claims some of the council members held…
Kroger 'rounds up' donations for victims of Hurricane Matthew
Hurricane Matthew has passed through Georgia already, but Kroger wants to help victims recover. The grocery store calls it "The Round Up." Each time you buy your groceries, you have the option of rounding up to the next dollar.
Middle Georgia Regional Airport welcomes new manager
"Parking is free," said airport passenger Chrissy Zdrakas. "Now that to me is a deal you can't refuse." Zdrakas has flown out of the Middle Georgia Regional Airport quite a bit. There are a lot of pluses to flying at the airport.
Gun Shop Burglary in Bolingbroke
BOLINGBROKE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is investigating a burglary that happened early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred at Ventures Guns and Stuff on Rivoli Road in the Bolingbroke. The burglars threw a large piece of asphalt…
The B.S. Report: Braves get their man
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - I know I’ve talked a lot of baseball this year on the BS Report. It is football season, but the Braves have given us a lot to talk about. I can’t contain my enthusiasm for what…
Former Georgia sheriff gets 2½ years for excessive force
MACON, Ga. (AP) - Federal prosecutors say a former Georgia sheriff has been sentenced to serve two and a half years in prison for using excessive force against two arrestees who weren't resisting. Prosecutors said Wednesday that 45-year-old Anthony Heath,…
Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy visits Fort Valley State University
Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy visits FVSU.
Macon Health Dept. offering free car seat inspections
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - There's a long list of rules to follow for new parents installing car seats. The Macon-Bibb Health Department is doing its part to help meet those guidelines, offering free car seat inspections on the second Wednesday…
Nu-Way owner: 'Waiting to see' on downtown Macon rebuilding
"It bothered me, you know?" said Nu-Way employee Randy Belcher. In March of 2015, Belcher's life changed. "Someone called me at about 3 o'clock in the morning, and I said, 'no I'm on medical leave,' and they said Randy, your place is on fire."
Community Ambulance enters prestigious club
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local emergency medical services (EMS) agency held a ceremony Tuesday afternoon to recognize a job well done. Community Ambulance, located at 252 Holt Avenue, was celebrating because they joined an elite group having been named…
One person killed in road rage Eisenhower Parkway shooting
One person died in a shooting on Eisenhower Parkway Tuesday afternoon.
Teen shot in south Macon
A Macon teen was shot Monday night, Bibb deputies are investigating.
GA College State University Professor dies in fatal accident
Two people died in an early morning accident Tuesday morning, including a college professor.
Commissioner Al Tillman meets with community about Filmore Thomas Park
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb Commissioner Al Tillman met with some people he represents on the city's west side. They met at the New Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church on Robinson Road. The District 9 Commissioner updated people on the progress…
Salvation Army feeds families at shelters affected by Hurricane Matthew
The Salvation Army did its part to help families in the East Macon Recreation Center. They've cooked and delivered food since the shelters opened. They serve all three meals, and cook in the kitchen at their offices on Broadway in Macon.
Macon shelter serves families affected by Hurricane Matthew
"I greatly appreciate the Red Cross," said Wilkins. Trance Wilkins lost nearly everything. "We're just under a lot of stress but without the Red Cross we wouldn't have anything," said Wilkins.
Keeping Organized: Utilizing some of that unused space
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Struggling to find just a bit more space for your home to store your things? Professional organizer Andi Willis says that using storage hooks is her trick to maximize real estate. Andi suggests using Command brand…
Local author explains, "Common Sense is on Vacation"
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Dr. Percy "Chico" Caldwell says there's no better time to read his book than now, with the presidential election less than a month away. Caldwell's book, "Common Sense is on Vacation," encourages people to use common…
Man killed after truck veers into wrong lane on Fulton Mill Road
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A car accident on Fulton Mill Road in Macon left a man dead on Friday night. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office say a Chevrolet pickup truck swerved into the wrong lane, hitting a Toyota Scion. The…
Man shot outside his home in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for two men, accused of shooting a man outside his home in Macon Friday night. Dorian Glover, 41, was shot in the arm after he says two men approached…
The End Zone: Scores and highlights from Week 8
Here are the scores and highlights from the week of October 7.
Fort Valley State University welcomes new president
Fort Valley State University welcomed president Dr. Paul Jones at a ceremony Friday morning. This was Dr. Jones inauguration after working at FVSU for the last nine months.
Savannah State students find a temporary home at Fort Valley State
They're sister universities, and that blood line runs deep--especially when there's an emergency. "You depend on family and friends. And here was family," said Savannah State President Cheryl Dozier.
UPDATE: New information Bibb deputy shoots, kills man
It happened Friday afternoon near 570 Colquitt Street.