Water main break causes multiple car accidents in Houston County
One person was sent to the hospital after a water main break caused several car accidents in Houston County Friday morning.
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Power restored after man crashes into utility pole in Macon
UPDATE (11:10 a.m.): Power has now been restored to the Houston Avenue area as of 7:30 a.m. A damaged utility pole caused the outage. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office arrested a man for DUI in Macon…
Woman jumps out of moving ambulance on I-75 in Macon
A woman is in critical condition because she jumped out of a moving ambulance on I-75 Thursday night just after 10 p.m. It happened near the Mercer University Drive exit.
Wesleyan's President Ruth Knox announces retirement
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Ruth Knox says Wesleyan College means the world to her. That's why it's bittersweet for her to retire after 15 years. She said today the 2016-2017 school year would be her last. "I was born to…
Museum of Aviation names new interim board chairman
Museum of Aviation named new interim board chairman.
Middle Georgia Cold Cases: The Routine
28-year-old Donna Johnson was found bound and gagged in July 1984.
Coach's Corner: Houston County Bears in midst of most successful three year period
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Seven arrests made for meth distribution in Jones County
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Jones County Sheriff's Office arrested seven people for trying to sell methamphetamine. Three of the five arrests happened around Georgia Highway 49, in the areas of Pecan Drive and Henderson Road. Kyle James,…
Top Georgia officials meet to discuss military affairs at Museum of Aviation
ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - 21st Century Partnership hosted a committee meeting on military affairs at the Museum of Aviation Wednesday. Former Georgia U.S. Sen. Saxby Chambliss and former Gov. Sonny Perdue were among many former and current…
Dash cam video captures veteran's simple gift for police officer
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Dash cam video from a Warner Robins police car caught an exchange of gratitude between a veteran and Officer Josh Wilcox as he was directing traffic last week. Wilcox called it a moment of brotherhood.…
Warner Robins doubling sewage fees for residents outside city limits
More than 1,000 people who use the sewage system in Warner Robins will soon see an increase in their sewage fees.
Coach's Corner: Mary Persons Bulldogs are 40-9 combined under coach Brian Nelson
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Robbers steal money, pistol whip employee at Warner Robins restaurant
Police officers are looking for two suspects who robbed the El Bronco Mexican Restaurant early Wednesday morning.
County employees work to remove satanic graffiti from Macon statue
County employees are cleaning up graffiti on a statue in downtown Macon.
Bibb County Board of Education holds hearing for property tax increase
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Board of Education wants to increase property taxes so that school employees can get a raise. They are seeking $2 million in revenue, an 11.15% property tax increase from the 2016 fiscal year.…
Jones County recovers four stolen cars in three weeks
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In just over three weeks, the Jones County Sheriff's Office has recovered four stolen vehicles, three of which were from Bibb County. "These things happen from time to time," Maj. Earl Humphries said. "It's not a…
State investigating Laurens County church fire
Fire investigators are looking into a Monday night church fire in Dudley.
New Commander at Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex
Brigadier General Walter Lindsley gave up command of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex Tuesday morning.
Downtown Challenge $3 million grant program to accept ideas from community until September 15th
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - If you've got an idea to improve downtown Macon, now is your chance to be heard. The Community Foundation of Central Georgia announced the second deadline for their Downtown Challenge Tuesday afternoon at the Terminal Station.…
Coach's Corner: Macon County Bulldogs want to make it three straight region titles
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Funeral set for Warner Robins first female mayor
Henrietta McIntyre died on Monday.
Practice begins for Blondes vs. Brunettes flag football game
Every one minute and six seconds, someone in America develops Alzheimer's Disease.
Houston County man contracts Zika virus in South America
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After a family vacation in South America, a man in Houston County contracted the Zika virus. "They had picked up a solider in the Air Force after a personal vacation with his family. He came and began…
Family remembering stabbing victim "Famous Bryant"
Macon family shares the memories of their loved one who was stabbed to death on Saturday.
Coach's Corner: Central Chargers post first winning season in 10 years
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Woman dies after car hits her in Macon
A woman was hit and killed in the road on Northside Drive in Macon. Investigators say 29-year-old Nicoshia Taylor saw 23-year-old Christina Richardson in her lane.
Man robs Macon restaurant with gun
Someone robbed Mikata Japanese Steakhouse on Riverside Drive in Macon. The victims told deputies they were leaving the restaurant when the suspect pointed a gun at them and forced them to unlock the door.
Macon man dies because of stabbing during fight
A man was stabbed to death early Saturday morning in Macon. Bibb deputies found 30-year-old Famous Bryant lying in the in the yard after he was stabbed at a home on Norris Street.
Driver discovers body on Riverside Drive in Macon
Someone driving on Riverside Drive in Macon discovered a body Sunday. Investigators say they found 27-year-old Kendra Roberts lying in the grass.
Jones County man dies in single vehicle car accident
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man has died following a single vehicle car accident that occurred on Highway 18 near Upper River Road Friday morning. An investigator told 41NBC that 49-year-old Larry Woodard drove his vehicle off of the…
Middle Georgia Regional Airport looking at flights to Washington D.C.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MGRA) hasn't had scheduled flights in nearly two years. Now, they want to send Middle Georgia residents to the nation's capital. All the airport needs is a $4.6 million subsidy from the…
Perry police upgrading equipment in light on recent attacks
The Perry Police Department is investing in more than $10,000 worth of equipment to keep its officers safe.
Coach's Corner: Southwest Patriots ready to forget back-to-back 3-7 seasons
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Macon man shot trying to break up fight between couple
A man was shot while trying to stop a fight. Bibb investigators say 39-year-old Keith Wimberly was found shot at a house on Glenn Avenue in Macon.
Students receive technical certifications through new jumpstart program
Thirteen students graduated from the E3 Jumpstart Program and received technical certifications.
Coliseum Medical Centers partner with Mercer to teach graduates
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Faced with a lack of available residency positions in Georgia, Coliseum Medical Centers is beginning to teach. "The ongoing needs for continuing to offer residency slots for medical students in the state of Georgia is paramount,"…
Local law firm participates in back-to-school book bag giveaway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local law firm participated in a book bag giveaway today, just in time for children headed back to school this week. The Neighborhood Law Group of Macon spent the afternoon handing out school supplies, as…
Coach's Corner: Dooly County looking to improve on 7-4 record
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State Rep. Rusty Kidd not seeking fourth term
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - E. Culver "Rusty" Kidd, the only independent in the state legislature, decided he is not seeking re-election. Kidd represents Baldwin and Putnam counties in the Georgia House of Representatives. His decision to not run for a…
Emotions run high at Milledgeville town hall after water crisis
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The repercussions of two water crises were felt around the room at a town hall meeting in Milledgeville Wednesday morning. When the floor was opened for questions, Steve Johnson, the interim CEO at Oconee Regional Medical…
Anti-Trafficking activist warns residents about human trafficking
Anti-trafficking activists warns residents in Middle Georgia about human trafficking.
Coach's Corner: Northeast's 2-9 record worst in Bruce Mullen's tenure
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Middle Georgia Motorsports Park opens up in Twiggs County
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - There's a new place in Middle Georgia for all you race fans out there, as Saturday marks the grand opening of the Middle Georgia Motorsports Park. The park, which encompasses 122 acres near the city of…
Multi-million dollar veterans center opens in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Terry Hamilton served 26 years in the Air Force and felt it was his duty to work at the new VECTR Center in Warner Robins. "I jumped. I was at the university for 10 years…
Navicent Health awards three students with scholarships
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three students that took part in Navicent Health's Teen Volunteer Program received the Don Faulk Teen Volunteer Scholarship on Tuesday. Tarzalyn Outlaw, who contributed nearly 450 hours helping at the hospital, was awarded the top prize…
Mercer’s annual Fan Appreciation Day set for August 13
Mercer University will host its annual Fan Appreciation Day on Saturday, August 13.
Coliseum Northside ranks as only four-star hospital in Macon
Coliseum Northside Hospital is the only hospital in Macon with four-star ratings.
Coach's Corner: Tattnall Trojans head into 2016 with new coach
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Veterans Education Career Transition Resource Center holds grand opening
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There's a new resource available in Warner Robins for veterans and active-duty military. The veterans education career transition resource center opens its door Tuesday, at Middle Georgia State University. It's goal is to help service members…
33rd Annual National Night Out kicks-off in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's Office will be holding the 33rd annual National Night Out Tuesday. It's a yearly event held across the nation aimed at encouraging residents to get to know their neighbors, deputies, firefighters, and local…