Fort Valley police looking for missing woman
Fort Valley Police Department is looking for 60 year old, Jean Jenkins.
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Family Dollar in Macon robbed at gunpoint
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for two men who robbed the Family Dollar Store on Houston Avenue at gunpoint Monday night. Deputies say the two men entered the store wearing red ski masks, one…
Man hit by truck while crossing Gray Highway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man was hit by a truck while he crossed Gray Highway Monday night. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 32-year-old Daniel Thomas was crossing the highway around 9:30 p.m. and stepped into the path of…
Twiggs County Board of Assessors chairman, vice chairman face questions
The chairman and vice chairman of the Twiggs County Board of Assessors might be out of a job. The Board of Commissioners filed a motion to remove them for sending out letters to taxpayers who have homestead exemptions. "Here, your honor, the real issue is they've done their jobs too well," said defense attorney Sam Brannen.
Central City Park is temporarily closed to the public
Central City Park and Willie Smokey Glover Drive are closed due to a new project the city is working on.
Children's Hospital, Navicent Health gives patients a treat
Monsters, superheros, and different characters roamed the halls of the Children's Hospital, Navicent Health.
Bibb County Sheriff's Office celebrating Halloween with Family Festival Night
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is getting in on the Halloween spirit with Family Festival Night. Its asking the community to come celebrate with them! They'll have fun for the whole family with a haunted house,…
The End Zone: Scores and highlights from Week 11
Here are the scores and highlights from the week of October 28.
Gate closings at Robins Air Force Base
WARNER ROBINS, (41NBC/WMGT) - There will be some gate closings at Robins Air Force base in Houston County. Work crews will be installing traffic-calming devices and cameras for added security. Starting October 31, the Russell Parkway gate will be closed for…
SPLOST project aims to reduce traffic in north Macon
"Bass Road, Arkwright has become a problem," said Bank of the Ozarks Branch Manager Mattie Lundy. It's a speedy problem and it's growing. "That traffic is overflowing from Bass down there," said Lundy.
Halloween safety tips
Halloween is a fun time for many, but it's one of the most dangerous days of the year. A few things for trick-or-treaters to remember Monday night.
What is SPLOST?
Election day is right around the corner and there's one thing on the ballot for renewal. SPLOST. But before you hit the polls, what is SPLOST?
St. Joseph's Catholic School hosts its annual fall festival
St. Joseph's Catholic School hosted its annual fall festival on Friday.
Twin Oaks Fun Farm Offers Fall Family Fun
FORSYTH, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Twin Oaks Fun Farm in Forsyth has several family-friendly activities to enjoy this fall. The large farm features a country store, feeding pen for farm animals, and a pumpkin patch. The owner of Twin Oaks, Chuck…
Rant N' Rave: Georgia gets ready to take on the Florida Gators in Jacksonville
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's another weekend of football action for 41NBC's Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent to sink their teeth into. Bill and Tucker weigh in on the "biggest outdoor cocktail party on Earth" as the Bulldogs head to…
Macon discusses possible beer law change
Georgia is one the few states in the country where it's illegal to buy beer at a brewery. Breweries are educational tours and give beer as a souvenir. but it's just not enough. Especially for breweries like Macon Beer Company.
Operation KidSafe, Volkswagen of Macon partner to keep kids safe
Childhood safety is important to Operation Kidsafe and Volkswagen of Macon. That's why they're working together to help you protect them.
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.
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.