The state board of education has scheduled a suspension hearing for the Hancock County Board of Education on May 4th. The hearing will determine if the board will recommend the removal of the board of education to the governor.
If you're enjoying the warm weather that seems to be weeks ahead of schedule, there may be a bug in the air--or a few thousand bugs.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two people are in the Bibb County Jail for kidnapping and robbing a man at the Rodeway Inn Monday night. Cody Berkner, 21, was supposed to meet 20-year-old India Summers at Rodeway Inn in Macon. According…
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Police have arrested two suspects wanted in an attempted kidnapping that happened around 4:15 p.m. Sunday afternoon in Springfield, Tennessee. Dennis Ruland, 19, attempted to kidnap his 1-year-old biological daughter from his ex-girlfriend at a Sonic restaurant…
The Middle Georgia Food Bank is expanding on its back pack program for elementary school students and starting a food assistance program for high school students.
The first phase of another round of blight projects has begun. This time, Macon-Bibb County is focusing on District 9, off of Napier Avenue. Workers began to tear down two houses Monday morning on Mercer Street. A couple of houses on Grand Avenue and Napier Avenue will also be taken down.
The Salvation Army is opening up its doors for anyone needing a place to stay warm.
Macon-Bibb Commissioners recently discussed the future of one of the city's historic places. But one commissioner says she's sure Bowden Golf course isn't going anywhere.
Forsyth holds a Food Truck Frenzy
LUMBER CITY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A major drug bust occurred Wednesday afternoon at a residence in rural Telfair County, the Sheriff's Department announced in a news release Friday. Thousands of pills and various controlled substances were seized by authorities, as…
A Macon antique shop is spreading city-wide pride through smell.
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Forsyth has a big weekend ahead--they're celebrating the Forsythia Festival and two new recreation projects. "We had a lot of kids that were interested in a skatepark," said Forsyth Mayor Eric Wilson. Forsyth Mayor Eric Wilson…
After four months of construction, the North Macon Park now has, new bleachers, new fencing, new dugouts and, a new name. Macon-Bibb commissioners voted to rename the park after Theron Ussery.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A family is picking up the pieces after their home in East Macon was destroyed in a fire Friday morning. Macon-Bibb firefighters responded to the home on Apple Blossom Way around 5:30 a.m. Investigators say it…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After a week off, Bill and Tucker are back to rant and rave about your Georgia sports. First up is a take on the Atlanta Hawks. Are they in trouble? Can their top players stop fighting…
The fountains were turned off in October in order to winterize them, and kept off for the duration of the winter.
It's almost time to turn your clocks forward and while you're at it, the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department suggests you change the batteries on your smoke alarms too.
The benefit party will be held at the Macon City Auditorium on Cherry Street, Saturday from 7 p.m. until midnight.
The Middle Georgia Food Bank has a new ice cold edition to their facility.
Specialists from a giant in the heating and ventilation industry stopped by Macon on Thursday--in a semi truck turned classroom.
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Warner Robins police have a arrested two men who were involved in the shooting that left of 43-year-old Edward McKellar dead. The shooting happened Thursday morning around 12:48 AM at a house on Third Street.…
A new fire station will help firefighters keep Laurens County residents even safer. For one former county commissioner, it's also about remembering someone special. Anew set of doors is opening in Laurens County.
Mercer law students, law professors and civil rights attorneys discussed comprehensive civil rights Thursday afternoon.
A body was found at the Intown Suites on Eisenhower Parkway in Macon Thursday morning.
A man was found shot to death at a home in Warner Robins early Thursday morning.
MACON, Georgia (41-NBC/WMGT) - Here's a warning tonight about mail theft in the Macon area. Since the beginning of the year, Macon Bibb deputies say there have been more than a dozen mail thefts throughout the area. Mail thefts have…
The Warriors, who had won eight state titles since Aaron Geter took over as head coach in 1999, added another to their total, outscoring the Cougars 20-6 in the third quarter on their way to a 66-53 win at UGA's Stegeman Coliseum.
The Bibb County School District is working to put cameras on the outside of school buses. The cameras are an addition to the district's "Stop Arm" campaign. Bibb county wants to make students are getting to and from school safely.
The Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia is collecting baby items for a baby shower they're hosting on Friday. The shower is in honor of four women who have experienced domestic violence.
Schools across Georgia celebrated the 8th annual 'Walk to School Day' on Wednesday. But Baldwin County Schools took the celebration a step further.
Former Cherry Blossom CEO Jake Ferro filed a lawsuit against the Cherry Blossom Festival and board members Friday. It includes more than $2 million in damages, including harm to and disparagement of Ferro's business and professional reputation.
Two men stole nearly $1000 worth of sunglasses from Sunglass Hut at the Shoppes at River Crossing in Macon Monday. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says the men went inside around 8:30 p.m.
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is in the hospital after being hit by a truck while she was having car trouble on Watson Blvd. Tuesday night. According to the Warner Robins Police Department, the 52-year-old woman stopped her car…
Macon Bibb investigators say driver of a Medical Transport vehicle causes wreck
One lane is expected to close on Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM at the Bobby Parham Bridge over the Oconee River.
GDOT's latest roadway vehicle is taking roadside assistance and maintenance to new heights.
"We just had a whole eighteen wheel of buttermilk come in," said IHOP manager, Frank Marrero. The International House of Pancakes (IHOP) on Tom Hill Boulevard in Macon needs all of that buttermilk to celebrate National Pancake Day. Like many IHOPs across the nation, they gave free stacks of pancakes to customers in exchange for donations that will go to the Children's Miracle Network.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb Public Works is joining six other departments in donating to a good cause. They're collecting items like canned goods and cleaning supplies for the Ronald McDonald House in Macon. The charity helps children who are…
College Street, between Forsyth Street and Appleton Avenue, is temporarily closed after a car struck a utility pole. Bibb County Sheriff's deputies responded to the accident around 3:00 PM.
A local doctor and realtor were honored at the annual women of achievement awards luncheon Tuesday morning.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Students at Weaver Middle School lined up in the cafeteria and started their day with a healthy breakfast on Tuesday. They grabbed sausage, grits, fruit, parfaits, and cereal for National School Breakfast Week. Weaver's Principal, Dr.…
Warner Robins makes bold move for Middle Georgia
Northside High School wrestler DeShawn Farber is a state champion.
Tomorrow, March 7th, is IHOP's National Pancake Day. You can enjoy a free short-stack of pancakes while making a donation to the Children's Hospital, Navicent Health.
Hundreds of people are expected to march through Macon on Saturday in honor of Macon Unity Day. The community will stand against discrimination and will voice concerns to Macon-Bibb county leaders.
School recess might be getting longer across the state. A bill just passed through the state house of representatives Friday, and a Macon elementary school principal is in favor.
One of Middle Georgia's biggest employers just reached a million dollar milestone in their campaign partnership with United Way of Central Georgia.
Taylor County Upper Elementary School uses 'Stride Academy' to engage students inside and outside of the classroom.
Kindergarten registration process for 2017-2018 begins in early March.
