What's Right With Our Schools: 'Morning Mentors' at East Laurens Primary help kindergartners excel in academics
East Laurens County second graders are playing the role as the teacher as they help other students improve in math and reading.
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Keeping Organized: Getting prepared for holiday baking
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's that time of the year again, where the holidays gear up and the eating begins. Professional organizer Andi Willis returns with ways to help you organize your kitchen in order to prepare for your holiday…
Quality Cleaners in East Macon robbed by armed intruders
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is searching for two men, accused of robbing the Quality Cleaners on Gray Highway Monday morning. Investigators were told the men entered the store around 9:15 a.m. and approached the employee, with…
Salvation Army kicks-off Angel Tree event
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Salvation Army's Angel Tree event kicked off this past Saturday at the Shoppes at River Crossing in Macon. The ribbon cutting was held in conjunction with the outdoor mall's annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony; the…
Macon man says he was shot at, chased down Emery Highway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating an apparent shooting and car chase. Melvin Curry, 32, told deputies two men in a gray car pulled up beside him at the intersection of Emery Highway and Ocmulgee…
Job Opportunities for Boeing Employees
"After you think you're going to work somewhere for 25 years, you think that's the last job you think you're going to have," Michael Hardnett said.
Alleged armed robber shoots store clerk in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A store clerk is in serious condition after what police believe was an armed robbery at the 777 Store on Watson Boulevard early Friday morning. Warner Robins Police say when they arrived at the store…
Stray bullet hits woman in East Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a woman being struck in the face with a stray bullet while she sat inside an East Macon home Thursday night. Deputies say Claria Campbell, 67, was sitting in…
FVSU fans, students celebrate SIAC championship
The Fort Valley State University football team was recognized Thursday by fans and students for its recent SIAC Championship title.
Fall weather on the way!
Happy Thursday! We have been seeing some warm dry conditions hanging around Middle GA for the past few weeks, but it looks like this weekend we finally get a break! Unfortunately we are not looking at picking up much in…
Rant 'N Rave: Are the Atlanta Hawks on their way to a 50-win season?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In the latest edition of Rant 'N Rave, 41NBC's Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent look ahead to this weekend's big football games, as well as a quick take on the Atlanta Hawks. First up is Florida…
Prematurity Awareness Day
"She is very feisty," Bridget Morris said as she described her premature baby, Emery. "I believe she was called feisty the first day she was born, but she's also very sweet."
Georgia Gives Day helps Macon charities flourish
"Click on the link that's out there," said VP For Development at NewTown Macon Erin Keller. "And hit donate now and you're right there." It's as easy as logging on and having the right heart. "Everyone coming together and really looking over the charities in their community," said Community Relations Coordinator at Jay's HOPE Christie Johnson.
Gas station robbed in north Macon
The Walthall Chevron gas station in Macon was robbed Thursday morning.
Teenager dies in head on collision on I-475
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A teenager is dead after a fatal car accident on Interstate 475 near the Eisenhower Parkway exit. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 19-year-old Caleb Sieg lost control of his car while merging onto I-475…
The B.S. Report: Braves looking to make trade for ace pitcher?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Here I go talking baseball again. I just can’t help it. Count me excited about the latest Braves trade rumor of them wanting Chicago White Sox star pitcher Chris Sale. He’ll be 28 years old next…
College & Career Fest for Middle Georgia students
Students from across Middle Georgia were given the opportunity to start thinking about their futures.
CW Show 'The Originals' films in Macon
CW show is shooting episodes in Macon this week. The Originals follows vampire Klaus Mikaelson and his family as they deal with the supernatural politics of the city of New Orleans. It's a spinoff of the TV series the Vampire Diaries.
Macon-Bibb wins national award for 'SeeClickFix' system
"Do do do, pop, and then within a day or two the city has at least acknowledged it," said SeeClickFix user Kerry Hatcher. It's just a few clicks away. "Thank you very much, you did a fantastic job," said Hatcher.
Houston Healthcare celebrates Diabetes Awareness Month
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. According to the American Diabetes Association, 29.1 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes and the number keeps increasing. The Georgia Department of Public Health says 800,000 of those people live in Georgia.
Fatal car accident on Eisenhower Parkway slows down traffic
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) A woman has died after being involved in a car accident on a major Macon road. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 68-year-old Gloria Holmes ran a red light at the intersection of Eisenhower Parkway and Broadway…
Ralph Stanley Elrod is behind bars in Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The man accused of shooting and killing two peach county sheriff's deputies, is out of the hospital, and is now at the Bibb County jail. Ralph Stanley Elrod is facing two counts of murder, along with…
Review board works to prevent pedestrian fatalities
The Pedestrian Fatality Review Board is working hard to make sure another person doesn't lose his or her life when crossing the road.
Wildfire smoke creates health problems for Middle Georgia
"You really have to get your runs in, one way or the other, even if it means going indoors," said Macon Tracks Running Club President FM Barron. Running lets you get outside and train your body to get better. "Running is a time to be alone, to accomplish your goals," said Edge Fitness Regional Manager Tracey Eubanks. "(It's) a satisfaction of what you feel when you've completed a one, or two or even 20 mile run."
100 Black Men of Macon-Middle Georgia hold college and career fair
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More than 3,000 high school students are expected to attend College & Career Fest 2016 on Tuesday and Wednesday. The annual event is sponsored by the 100 Black Men of Macon-Middle Georgia, to show local students…
Suspect wanted in State Bank & Trust robbery
Surveillance video showed the suspect handing a teller a note demanding money and leaving with cash.
Cotton Avenue Coalition aims to revive downtown area
There's a new organization in Macon that wants to preserve history in the downtown area. The Cotton Avenue Coalition is focused on the Cotton Avenue district. They want everyone to know why the buildings should be saved.
Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child's Collection Week kicked off today. Locations across the world are now accepting shoe box donations and Middle Georgia is too.
Community supports Peach Co. deputies by selling ribbons
Byron Tire Company's fixing cars on a Monday morning just like they always do. "It's just another day--but again, it's not another day," said owner Chris Hodges. But trying to mend hearts--that's something new.
What's Right With Our Schools: Houston County Teacher of the Year
A Houston County teacher has been named teacher of the year for her success inside of the classroom.
Slain Peach County deputy laid to rest
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - One of the Peach County Sheriff's deputies who died last week after being shot on-call was laid to rest on Saturday. "These are our sons, when they hurt, we hurt," Sheriff Terry Deese said. Friends…
Fatal shooting on Woodrow Place
One man is dead after a shooting Friday night.
The End Zone: Scores and highlights from Week 13
Here are the scores and highlights from the week of November 11.
Nancy Grace is back home with a new mystery novel for her fans to enjoy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon native Nancy Grace is releasing her fourth book. The Superstar television personality and author came by the 41-NBC news studio. She brought her mother, husband and her two children. Nancy has a new book out…
Vietnam War Veteran celebrates 25 years volunteering
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center is recognizing Gus Albritton, a Vietnam War Veteran for dedicating 24,000 volunteer hours over the last 25 years.
Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary Christmas Bazaar helps community
It's not too early for Christmas for The women's auxiliary of the Salvation Army. They hope you'll come out and shop at their Christmas Bizarre. You can get great deals on some hand made Christmas decorations.
Macon-Bibb, MGSU celebrate veterans
"In the war to end all wars, every city and town in America had its favorite company, regiment or division," said Macon-Bibb Mayor Robert Reichert. Macon was one of them--and its division had some color to it. "But even closer to the hearts of Macon, was the famous Rainbow Division," said Reichert.
Man arrested in Macon apartment shooting
20-year old Rashaad Treyvon Jones arrested for Thursday night apartment shooting.
Hole Punch Clouds Form Over Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A super cool weather phenomenon happened this morning over Bibb County! Luckily, we were able to see it occur on our Jeff Smith Automotive 41 Skyview Camera in Macon from the Coliseum Medical Centers. See the…
There are plenty Veterans Day events to attend in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Several Veterans Day events and ceremonies will be held around Middle Georgia Friday. Middle Georgia State College and the Macon-Bibb Government will hold a joint ceremony at 11 a.m. It will be held at the World…
Liquor Sunday Sales approved in Dublin
Restaurants in Dublin will soon be able to sell alcoholic beverages on Sundays. The city approved the Sunday Sales of Alcoholic Beverages by the Drink law.
Family, law enforcement remember Peach County Deputy Sgt. Patrick Sondron
Blood gives us life. "Law enforcement, we're nothing but a big family," said Cherokee County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Michael Wells. It unites families.
Haze and Smoke in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Do you smell smoke? If so, chances are you're actually smelling smoke coming from wildfires burning in Georgia and the western Carolinas - over 120 miles away! A cold front passed through Georgia early yesterday morning,…
MGSU Political Science professor: polls guessed wrong, electorate surprised
"Everybody expected that Hillary would take it," said Joshua Abshire. The surprise settled in late into a lot of voters the election night. "It just seemed like voting for the lesser of two evils," said Abshire.
Macon business owners prepare for crime
The holidays are quickly approaching which also means crime rates will begin to increase. Bibb County Sheriff's Office says more commercial burglaries and robberies happen around this time, especially in Macon.
B.S. Report: Georgia versus Auburn
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This Saturday in Athens, the Georgia Bulldogs will host the Auburn Tigers. Now don’t tell Tucker Sargent this, but Auburn should kill Georgia. They are the better team. Auburn might be the one team that no…
Japanese Exchange Students Visit Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mayor Robert Reichert got a special visit from a group of students Wednesday afternoon. And not just any group, as these kids hailed from the other side of the world: Japan. 16 students from Kurobe, Japan…
Breaking: Donald Trump Wins Election
(Associated Press)- Donald Trump has been elected president of the United States. The Republican nominee won Wednesday after capturing Wisconsin's 10 electoral votes, putting him over the 270 threshold. Voters eager to shake up the nation's political establishment picked the…
10 Roberta votes stop unification in Crawford County
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It appears 10 votes stopped the unification of Roberta and Crawford County from becoming a reality. State Representative Robert Dickey (R-Musella) said, "Well, I think the selection did not go out of the way of unification it…
Larry Dean beats Bill Harrell in Laurens sheriff race
Laurens County has a new sheriff for the first time in 12 years.