Former candidate Don Druitt endorses Joe Allen in upcoming District 6 county commission runoff
The general primary runoff election is Tuesday, July 26th.
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What's Right With Our Schools: Northside High School preps students for college
Northside High School are getting their students ready for college.
Man arrested for June gas station murder in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 20-year-old is charged with the June murder of a Macon gas station employee. Antwaine Couch is charged with felony murder for his participation in the robbery and shooting at the Sunoco Gas Station on Bloomfield Road…
First Female Promoted to Commander of Air Force Reserve
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Lt. Gen. Maryanne Miller stood confidently as she saluted her former boss in a historic changing of the guard at the Museum of Aviation in Robins Air Force Base on Friday. Miller became the first…
Coach's Corner: Howard Huskies show continued improvement in Barney Hester's 4th season
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Thieves break into several stores in Juliette
Several store owners are on alert after thieves broke into their stores in late June.
Organization Promotes Literacy During the Summer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Instead of closing the books for summer break, some students in Bibb County kept them open to expand their literacy. "I want the children to know that they can be anything they want to be and…
UPDATE: JOHN WAYNE CONNER PUT TO DEATH
JACKSON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Death row inmate John Wayne Conner has been put to death. According to a news release by the Georgia Department of Corrections, Conner was executed by lethal injection at 12:29 Friday morning. Conner, who refused a…
Coach's Corner: John Milledge coming off three straight 11-2 seasons
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Advocacy group for elderly meets in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Coalition of Advocates for Georgia's Elderly (CO-AGE) met to persuade state legislators to address issues facing the elderly for the 2017 legislature. Elder abuse, transportation and dental assistance were prominent issues. "Fighting/preventing elder abuse runs through…
Milledgeville couple accused of abusing elderly veteran
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Milledgeville couple is accused of abusing an 88-year-old war veteran after officers found him lying outside of a Matheson Road home smelling like feces and urine. John Staggs Jr., 54, and Cynthia Staggs, 54, are…
Third suspect arrested in connection to Richmond Hill homicide
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A third suspect has been arrested in connection to the Richmond Hill homicide in Warner Robins. The shooting happened on July 8, 30-year-old lance Adrian Williams was found dead with at least one gun shot wound.…
Local organization helps improve homes in the community
Forest Hill United Methodist Church hosted it's annual mission project to help repair homes in Macon-Bibb County.
Dublin VA announces plans for new Macon clinic
The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center announced plans for a new location for its Macon VA clinic.
Shooting in Warner Robins injures five
Five people were shot on Magnolia Avenue in Warner Robins late Wednesday night. The Warner Robins Police Department says it happened around 11:20 p.m.
Ten-Foot High Mural Completed in Dublin
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Corey Barksdale put the finishing touches on a mural of Martin Luther King Jr. in Dublin on Wednesday. The bright, colorful mural is located next to First African Baptist Church, where a 15-year-old MLK gave his…
Nearly 1000 people attends school supply giveaway in Bibb County
This was the fourth year for the giveaway, which was put on in conjunction with several local organizations.
Coach's Corner: GMC Bulldogs look to avoid repeat of 1-9 season
This was the Bulldogs worst season since 2007, when they went 0-10.
Macon-Bibb hosts active shooter training at regional airport
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Agencies across Middle Georgia practiced a disaster situation at Macon's regional airport Wednesday morning. The FAA requires the airport to do these types of simulations every three years, according to county spokesman Chris Floore. The county also…
Bibb Sheriff's Office searches for man using prepaid credit cards illegally
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man who used re-loadable prepaid credit cards illegally. It happened at the 74 Package Store on Thomaston Road in Macon.
Georgia College Nursing Receives Federal Grant
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Graduate nursing students at Georgia College are receiving a federal grant totaling close to $350,00 dollars. Dr. Sallie Coke, who wrote the grant, says it relieves students of financial strains and also promotes working in high-needs…
Macon-Bibb Commissioners finalize SPLOST project list
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb Commissioners have a project list for the upcoming penny sales tax vote. $280 million is the cutoff. "Because they're consolidated, they had the ability to issue general obligation debt which then could open the door to…
Coach's Corner: Chad Campbell begins 10th season as Peach County coach
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The city of Perry to fine unkempt, blighted homes
The city of Perry says if residents have property that's unkempt -- expect a fine. Leaders passed an ordinance charging property owners $100 per day for the issues.
Bibb deputies searching for missing Macon woman
A Macon woman has been missing since Friday, July 8th. Bibb deputies need the public's help locating her.
Macon's Mentor's Project feeds hundreds for annual cookout
The Mentor's Project put on it's 17th annual cookout at the Loaves and Fishes building.
UPDATE: Milledgeville water restrictions lifted for certain residents
Milledgeville residents with newly sodded lawns can water their grass.
Man arrested for stealing ATV in Crawford County
39-year-old Neal Adkison is charged with stealing a motor vehicle, two counts of second degree criminal damage to property, and obstructing an officer.
Bibb deputies searching for missing Macon woman
The sheriff's office tells 41NBC 31-year-old Melissa Nicole Bryant was last seen by a friend on August 6 around 5 p.m on the 3000 block of Houston Avenue.
Warner Robins police need help ID'ing people in connection to homicide
Warner Robins police investigators are looking for two people who may be connected to a homicide at the Budget Inn on Watson Blvd. last month.
Medical Center, Navicent Health opens pediatric ER
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Medical Center, Navicent Health opened its Pediatric Emergency Room Monday. The Medical Center, Navicent Health wanted to offer top notch services in a convenient location. Most people don't plan to come to the hospital, but if…
Coach's Corner: Jones County Greyhounds boast 19-5 record over last two seasons
The Greyhounds finished with 10-3 and 9-2 records in their last two seasons respectively.
Man arrested in Warner Robins homicide
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three separate law enforcement agencies joined forces to arrest Von Eric Chiante Richardson on Saturday morning in connection with a weekend homicide. Richardson, 22, is charged with murder and armed robbery. The Warner Robins Police…
What's Right With Our Schools: Twiggs County High School offers vocational training to students
Twiggs County High School is giving students other options after graduation besides going to college.
Officers confront man holding sword in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Warner Robins Police officers found a man holding a sword at the intersection of Corder and Leverette Roads Monday morning. A news release from the department says the man was uncooperative and told officers to…
Keeping Organized: The Kitchen
The kitchen space can end up being engulfed with a jumbled assortment of pots, pans, and utensils if not careful.
Macon residents protest recent police shootings
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Some Macon residents are speaking out about the recent police shootings that have happened across the nation. The small group was at Macon City Hall, holding signs with the hash tag "black lives matter." Protestor Tiara…
Bibb sheriff urges better law enforcement & community relations
Bibb County Sheriff David Davis says he's concerned with the state of the county and easing relationships within the community is a priority.
Coach's Corner: Crawford County set to return to region play for 2016
It wasn't long ago the Eagles were mired in a 43 game losing streak. Now they're entering 2016 coming off an 8-2 record.
Warner Robins police investigating near Richmond Hill
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Warner Robins police is investigating a homicide case. Officers were called out to the 600 block of Richmond Hill parkway for a suspicious person call. When they arrived, they found a man dead with at…
The Latest: Police: Man called 911, ambushed officer
VALDOSTA, Ga. (AP) - The Latest on the shooting of a police officer in south Georgia (all times local): Authorities say a man called 911 in south Georgia to report a break-in, then ambushed and shot the officer who came…
AP-GA--Police Shootings-Atlanta Response
ATLANTA (AP) - Atlanta's police chief says officers are being told to stay "vigilant and professional" following the Dallas attack on law enforcement. Chief George Turner said at a Friday news conference that the department's strategy during planned weekend demonstrations…
Roberta summer camp gives inner city kids hope
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A summer camp is giving inner city children memories and lessons to last them a lifetime and it's in Middle Georgia. Camp Grace started about 10 years ago after the owner saw a similar camp during a…
Fort Valley top cop reacts to fatal police shootings
After two fatal police shootings -- both caught on video, both sparking outrage across the country -- one top cop in Fort Valley says it's important officers and residents know the appropriate use of force when assessing situations.
State asking for public input for LIHEAP Program
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Division of Family and Children Services wants your input on the state's next Low Income Home Energy Assistant Program. LIHEAP helps eligible elderly, home-bound and other low-income Georgians with home heating costs. DFCS reports the…
Coach's Corner: Sheddrick Risper begins 8th season as head coach of Westside
The Seminoles are looking to rebound after last season's quarterfinal loss to Cedar Grove.
Clemency hearing set for convicted Telfair murderer
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - John Conner's representatives are scheduled to meet with the state Board of Pardons and Paroles Wednesday, July 13 at 9 a.m. Conner is scheduled to die by lethal injection Thursday, July 14 at 7 p.m. at…
Coach's Corner: Windsor Academy looking to improve on 9-4 record
2015 was the Knights best season since they finished 12-2 in 2007.
Student wins Macon-Bibb EMA contest, tests emergency siren
One lucky seven-year-old sounded sirens Wednesday morning for Macon-Bibb County.
Ocmulgee National Monument posts alligator warning signs throughout park
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Ocmulgee National Monument has new alligator warning signs throughout the park. If you're a frequent visitor of the park, you may have already noticed the new additions. "We put them up last week," said Ocmulgee National…