MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-Macon-Bibb County is saying "adieu" to one of its most influential politicians. Commissioner Ed DeFore began his career in Macon politics nearly 45 years ago. "It's just been a blessing working with fine leaders in the community," said DeFore.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local company took to the streets Tuesday afternoon to do their part in keeping Macon beautiful. 31 employees of Freudenberg TexBond had a few extra moments while their plant closed down in order to clean…
A worker repaired damage from a recent robbery at the AK Express on Old Clinton Road Tuesday. "And stop all the robbing and killing and stuff, man," said Harry Daniels, who works at nearby Billy's Mobile Glass. It was the second time in three weeks the store had been hit.
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is dead after he fell into a hopper at a sand mine in Crawford County on Monday. The Crawford County Sheriff's Office responded to the Atlanta Sand & Supply Company on Sand Pit Road…
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-The gift of giving has once again served as a present to all. Today, the Salvation Army's Angel Tree Campaign distributed gifts so hundreds of needy families could celebrate Christmas with all the bells and whistles to match. After…
Warner Robins Police Department is investigating a robbery that happened at a Flash Foods gas station on Monday around 3:10 AM. According to police, three men entered the store on Russell parkway and demanded money.
The Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is launching a notification system that alerts you if you could be in danger. It's called MBC Alert and you can get the alert via phone, text message or e-mail.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With a new sign, the Washington Memorial Library is much easier to recognize. Middle Georgia Regional Library (MGLR) revealed its new concrete, monument quality sign Monday morning. MGLR Director Jennifer Lautzenheiser says now more people will be…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - If there's one thing a lot of refrigerators around the country tend to excel at, it's collecting expired foods and moldy old meat buried deep in the back. Professional organizer Andi Willis returns for a few…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - For the second time in almost as many weeks, the Village Market on Old Clinton Road fell victim to an armed robbery. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says a man entered the store Saturday around 9:30 a.m.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two men were shot as they stood outside a house early Saturday morning. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 26-year-old Roderick Reddick and 34-year-old Donald Cotton heard gunshots as they stood at the corner of Moseley Avenue…
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office has announced the arrest a group of men deputies believe is connected to a robbery that happened on December 18th. It's the Marathon Gas Station at 2880 Johnstonville Road.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is dead after a car crash on Presidential Parkway Sunday afternoon. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office reported 76-year-old Rosaland Walker's car was struck head-on after Manishkumar Patel's vehicle crossed the center line. It happened…
The Dublin Police Department says there's an active shooter situation at Fairview Park Hospital in Dublin. We'll have more information as we receive it at 41NBC.com.
"It's like being in a new world but you're actually still in the world," said Media Specialist Jane Hardy. To the average person, reading is no more than just a hobby, but to these two Lane Elementary School students, it's that and then some.
The Macon-Bibb Public Works Department food drive has been going on since last week, and it was a huge success. Nearly 60 people collected 4200 items to donate to the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank. Workers loaded the items on a truck to deliver them Friday.
If you need to brush up on your ice skating skills, Fort Valley is the place to be. "It's more of a hometown pride," said Tisa Horton with the the Austin Theatre Enrichment Arts Alliance. The Austin Theatre Enrichment Arts Alliance takes prides in their city, so they wanted to host Winter Wonderland.
Kids in Fort Valley have a chance to ask Santa for gifts this Christmas season. Santa's Mailbox is sitting right in the middle of downtown.
Monroe County Board of Education is investigating a bullying incident that happened on a school bus. It was all caught on camera by another student on the bus.
Agency helps bring jobs to Pleasant Hill Community
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Board of Education has five new Board members. Those sworn into office Thursday are Ella Carter (District 1), Dr. Thelma Dillard (District 2), Susan K. Sipe (District 3), Lester Miller (District 4), Dr. Sundra…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The cafeteria at Riley Elementary School was buzzing with excitement as 30 students were surprised with bicycles Friday morning. What they thought was a school assembly, turned out to be a whole lot more. "I'm very…
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is searching for a woman, accused of robbing the Best Buy gas station with a shotgun. Witnesses told deputies a woman entered the store wearing a puffy winter coat, armed…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man was found laying in the street with a gunshot wound to his face Thursday afternoon. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office responded to the intersection of Villa Crest and Houston Avenue where deputies found 26-year-old…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Board of Education has filed a lawsuit against their former Superintendent of Schools. It was filed today in Federal court. The lawsuit claims former Superintendent of Schools Romaine Dallemand and three companies committed…
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-Bibb County Schools is writing the book on how to get more students excited to read. Superintendent of schools, Curtis Jones, spread some holiday cheer to pre-k students at Ingram/Pye Elementary School this morning. Superintendent Jones took the day…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-Forest Hill Methodist Church is impacting under-served families in the community in a big way. Now with the help of Macon's Junior League, students qualifying for free and reduced lunch can also count on donated meals over the…
Macon-Bibb County hosted it's annual Senior Christmas Luncheon at the Centreplex Thursday. Laughs and holiday cheer and more than 500 people filled the convention center.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Seventeen homes in the pleasant hill neighborhood are scheduled for demolition, in an effort to begin widening the I-75/I-16 interchange. Contractors will be in the homes removing materials in a controlled environment. Once the houses are…
Two women were shot Thursday morning at the Summit Apartments on Edna Place. It happened just before 9:30 AM . According the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, a black male walked up to the women's parked car at the entrance of the complex.
"We just hate to hear that it happened," said Senior Vice President of Flint Energies Jimmy Autry. Things may not always be what they seem. "Someone approached the member and said we're going to be changing poles and I need you to come out into the yard and look with me," said Autry. It looks innocent enough--that's what utility companies do, right?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Museum of Aviation Foundation and the Wellston Winds will present a free concert at the Century of Flight Hangar at the Museum of Aviation. The organizations will present "Music of the Season - A Musical…
Cathy Lowe couldn't understand why Taylor County Superintendent Dr. Gary Gibson was fired. Her granddaughter attends Taylor County High School. "My granddaughter wanted to know why they let Dr. Gibson go, because he was a good man," Lowe said.
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)-Well it looks like Christmas won't be cancelled after all, thanks to a few of Santa's helpers. Middle Georgia's Layaway Santa campaign is partnering with several local businesses to create some holiday magic for families across Macon. "This is…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man had his 2000 Ford F-250 pickup truck stolen from him at gunpoint. The incident took place Tuesday on Mosely Dixon near Lower Thomaston Road around 11 a.m. The victim had just picked up his…
"The new station would be a great addition for us," said Centerville Fire Chief Jason Jones. The Centerville Fire Station isn't a traditional looking fire station. "When the call does drop, having more room would greatly enhance our response time," said Jones.
Larry Guyton Entertainment is rounding up toys and bikes for its annual bike and toy giveaway.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 20th annual Mentors Project of Bibb County Christmas dinner was held this evening at the First Presbyterian Church in downtown Macon. More than five hundred homeless and children at risk attended the Christmas Party. They…
'Tis the season of food and fellowship for deputies in Macon's fourth police district. Today they treated Neighborhood Watch members and local business owners to a holiday meal with their annual Christmas Luncheon.
Macon-Bibb County Parks and Recreation is laying the ground work for more major upgrades on Rosa Jackson Recreation Center.
"Giving that window to you, to talk to the authority is very significant," said Imam Shaikh Adam Fofana from the Islamic Center of Middle Georgia. It's an opportunity to connect people from everywhere.
Lake Tobesofkee water levels are being lowered six feet.
The VECTR Center at Middle Georgia State University is making strides.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man, accused of burlgarizing multiple dollar stores. Investigators are asking for the public's help identifying the suspect in photographs taken from surveillance video. Deputies say the man committed…
About 900 wreaths were dropped off at Riverside Cemetery Monday afternoon in preparation for National Wreaths Across America Day on Saturday.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Children at St. Joseph's Catholic School were in the spirit of giving as they marched down High Street carrying hundreds of toys Monday morning. The students walked during the "Parade of Gifts" with donations in hand…
Two Byron police officers were injured during a drug raid early Monday morning in Crawford County. The Fort Valley Department of Public Safety confirms both of the officers are in stable condition with non life-threatening injuries. The GBI says 31-year-old Rainer Tyler Smith is the man who shot them.
The pep band, fog machines, even confetti--the Bulldogs had it all Friday morning.
"I've made it into a friendly competition," said Macon-Bibb Public Works Director Marvin Land. We all know it's the giving season right about this time of year.
With the holiday season in full effect, more drivers are on the road. Especially drivers who shouldn't be.