What's Right With Our Schools: "Dragons in Action" builds students' character
Students at Dames Ferry Elementary are getting life long lessons through the school's after school program.
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Bibb deputies search for stolen truck and suspects involved
A pick up truck was stolen from the BigFoot PowerSports parking lot early Saturday morning.
Vigil planned for Macon gas station employee killed during robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A vigil to honor a Macon gas station employee who was killed during a robbery over the weekend will be held this week. The public vigil will be at the Sunoco Gas Station at 3306 Bloomfield Drive Wednesday…
Man with gunshot wound treated at Macon hospital
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for more information about a shooting that sent a man to the hospital early Saturday morning. Investigators found Carlos Roberts at the hospital. He was hit in his side…
Carolina Panther Charles Johnson returns to his hometown to host two-day summer camp
More than 1,100 aspiring young athletes crowded Hawkinsville High School on Friday to attend the Fifth Annual Charles Johnson Sports Academy.
Local community activist speaks out on gun violence awareness
Community activist speaks out on gun violence awareness.
Museum of Aviation hosts Food Truck Friday event
The Museum of Aviation hosts Food Truck Friday.
Georgia Department of Corrections holds job fair
The recruitment drive was held at the Georgia Department of Corrections headquarters in Forsyth.
New program pushes residents, business owners to 'CryWolf'
Warner Robins Police Department implements new false alarm program.
Macon attorney appeals contempt of court ruling to Georgia Supreme Court
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon attorney Veronica Brinson is appealing a judge's decision finding her in contempt of court to the state supreme court. A summary from the Georgia Supreme Court says Judge Howard Simms removed Brinson from a murder case…
Laurens Co. Sheriff's Office denies wrongdoing in David Hooks civil lawsuit
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Laurens County Sheriff's Office says it did nothing wrong the night David Hooks was shot and killed during a drug raid at his house. Hooks' wife, Teresa, filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit in April claiming…
Macon Charter Academy waits for bankruptcy hearing before taking school closure vote
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Charter Academy has postponed a voted to keep the school open or close it down. MCA made the decision at its board meeting Wednesday night. Governing Board Member Ed Grant said they want to wait until…
Macon teens charged in theft related crimes
Three Macon teens charged with theft related in crimes.
Bibb Deputies search for BigFoot PowerSports burglary suspects
Surveillance video shows two suspects stealing money from BigFoot PowerSports Wednesday morning.
New $12.5 million Houston County stadium almost complete
The $12.5 million project will be home to two high school football teams.
New mobile MRI vehicle allows residents in rural areas to receive medical attention
Middle Georgians in rural areas are now able to seek medical attention from Navicent Health’s mobile MRI system.
Little Richard Penniman house to be moved, renovated for I-16/I-75 interchange construction
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Department of Transportation is moving and renovating the Little Richard Penniman house as part of its I-16/I-75 split fix. "Little Richard grew up in Pleasant Hill. He had at least 6 homes in a 3 block…
Miller-Motte Technical College now accepting students
Classes at the technical college located in Macon begin on July 13th.
Leadership Macon chooses Ocmulgee Heritage Trail renovation for class project
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This year's Leadership Macon class plans to complete two miles of the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail as its community service project. The project runs from Amerson River Park to Riverside Cemetery. Construction includes a major bridge over a…
Driver shoots man, drives away in Lizella
A driver shot a man and then drove away on Holley Road in Macon. 33-year-old Ray Sams was shot in the leg. He's at the hospital in stable condition.
Warner Robins' Planning & Zoning approves Wal-Mart rezoning
Warner Robins' Planning and Zoning approves Wal-Mart rezoning.
Monroe Gun Shop Owner: Assault rifle wasn't used in Orlando shooting
BOLINGBROKE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Monroe County gun shop owner said the rifle used in the Orlando shooting wasn't an assault rifle. Ventures Guns and Stuff sells guns similar to what was used in the mass shooting. The owners said there's…
Macon-Bibb committee approves $1.4 million for Bibb Sheriff body cameras
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office wants Taser to provide the department with body cameras. Macon-Bibb's Operation and Finance Committee approved spending $1.4 million dollars over the next five years for the equipment. Col. Aubrey Evins from the…
Macon's Tubman Museum fundraising for Harriet Tubman statue
The Tubman Museum needs $9,000 to own what the museum's executive director calls a "centerpiece."
Steve Harvey holds camp for fatherless boys in Roberta
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - NBC's national radio and TV show host Steve Harvey visited Roberta this past week for his 8th annual mentoring camp. The camp is designed for fatherless boys to get a chance to learn how to be…
Macon residents react to Orlando shooting: We need love
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - 41NBC's Alexa Rodriguez spoke to two Macon residents about the Orlando shooting that killed at least 49 people and injured 53 others. They both said they felt shock when they first heard the news and are…
Coliseum Medical Centers receives stroke performance achievement award
For the 7th year in a row, the Coliseum Medical Centers received the 2016 American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement.
Macon residents plan vigil to remember Orlando shooting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - There will be a vigil Monday night at Tattnall Square Park in Macon to remember the Orlando shooting that happened over the weekend. As of Sunday, officials said the shooting killed 50 and sent 53 others to…
Man dies after motorcycle accident in Forsyth
56-year-old Elmer Lundy crashed his motorcycle into a ditch on Stokes Store Road Sunday evening.
Three men break into tech store on Bass Road in Macon
TechRX on Bass Road was burglarized June 7th.
Keeping Organized: Three things to keep your bathroom in order
Professional organizer Andi Willis returns this Monday to show us her three favorite things to help keep your bathroom in perfect order.
Teen drowns at Amerson Water Works Park
A Macon teenager drowned Sunday at Amerson Water Works Park.
Teenager hospitalized after Macon shooting
Bibb County Sheriff's deputies are investigating a shooting Sunday afternoon in west Bibb County.
Claystone Beach swimming area closed due to detection of raised E. Coli levels
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - According to Macon-Bibb County, swimmers will not be allowed at Claystone Beach due to high levels of E. Coli found in the water. In a news release, Lake Tobesofkee Park Rangers and the Macon Water Authority…
Man dies after shot, dumped on downtown connector
ATLANTA (AP) - Police say man has died after he was shot and pushed out of a moving car on the downtown connector in Atlanta. Atlanta Police spokesman officer Lukas Sajdak says the man was shot in the chest Wednesday…
Shopping Mall Parking Lot Shooting at Savannah Mall
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) - Savannah police say a 63-year-old woman was shot in the parking lot of a shopping mall as several men tried to rob her. Savannah-Chatham County police spokesman Sonny Cohrs said the victim tried to fight back…
Roads and streets set to be repaired in Macon-Bibb County
Roads and streets in Macon-Bibb County will soon be repaired.
Bibb deputies investigate Sidney Lee Welding Supply burglary
Two welding machines and a cutting outfit stolen from Sidney Lee Welding Supply
Macon-Bibb leaders continue storm water discussion
Macon-Bibb County leaders host second storm water rehabilitation meeting.
Middle Georgia Cold Cases: The Death in Dublin
45-year-old Ira Underwood was shot and killed on his front porch on South Washington Street in Dublin.
Woman arrested for Crawford County plant shooting
26-year-old Kendal Elysa Hurley arrested for Dow Chemical plant shooting
Summer camp participants get a chance to meet real life superheroes
Children attending the Mentors Project of Bibb County's summer camp got a chance to meet some members of the police force and fire department.
Bibb deputies search for suspect wanted in armed robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help locating a suspect who robbed a man at Robins Federal Credit Union on May 29. The incident happened just before 11:00 p.m. at the Log…
Nearly 60 participated in annual Otis Redding music camp
Students who enjoy music are getting a chance to let their inner songwriters, musicians, and performers shine this week.
Walmart expansion upsets Warner Robins neighbors
Wal-Mart plans to build a its Neighborhood Market near White Road and Highway 41.
Business owners in west Macon-Bibb County concerned about thieves
Small business owners in west Macon-Bibb County are working together to stop wouldbe thieves.
Macon-Bibb looking for money to fund Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb's Operation and Finance Committee wants to make a change to the proposed FY 17 budget. County spokesperson Chris Floore said committee members want to fund the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. There wasn't a request…
Bounce TV Macon to air Muhammad Ali Procession, Funeral Live
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Bounce TV Macon (Channel 41.3) will carry Muhammad Ali’s farewell procession through the streets of Louisville and his memorial service live, uninterrupted and commercial-free this Friday, June 10. Bounce TV Macon is available to all of Middle…
Macon construction camp teaches girls career options
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A few girls in Macon are learning jobs in construction aren't just for men. The MAGIC Camp has made its way to Bibb County for the fifth year. MAGIC stands for Mentoring A Girl In Construction. It's…
Single car accident leaves Macon man dead
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A body was found inside a car on Ocmulgee East Boulevard near Marion Avenue. Bibb County coroner Lonnie Miley tells 41NBC, 23-year-old Nekaron Lawson lost control of his car and hit a tree. Lawson was pronounced dead…