Student wins Macon-Bibb EMA contest, tests emergency siren
One lucky seven-year-old sounded sirens Wednesday morning for Macon-Bibb County.
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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…
New state law requires bar patrons to be 21 and up
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new state law requires everyone inside a bar to be 21 and up. House Bill 152 went into effect last Friday. It also requires all bartenders and bouncers in the bar to be 21 or older.…
New traffic light installed near Houston County school zone
There is a new traffic light being installed across the street from Matthew Arthur Elementary in Houston County.
Fight sends two men to hospital in Macon
Two men are in the hospital because of a fight on Pansy Avenue in Macon. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 23-year-old Justin Woodall was with some friends in his car when a man flagged them down as they were driving early Wednesday morning.
Man robs Warner Robins adult store
A man robbed The Starship on Watson Boulevard in Warner Robins Tuesday. It happened around 9:30 p.m.
Macon woman hit by falling bullet in front yard
A Macon woman went to the hospital because a falling bullet hit her in the arm Monday around 10:30 p.m. It happened on Willingham Court.
Coach's Corner: Covenant Rams ready to defend title
Head coach Chris Oxford and the Covenant Academy Rams went a perfect 13-0 last season, en route to a state championship.
Milledgeville musician hoping for peace through lyrics, t-shirts
One Milledgeville musician is urging fellow residents to spread peace instead of violence.
State sets termination hearing for Macon Charter Academy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Charter Academy has a termination hearing with the state in August. The Georgia State Board of Education told MCA it has to prepare a witness and document list of the evidence the school plans to present at…
Early voting for July 26 runoff election begins
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Early voting for the July 26th runoff election started Tuesday. Macon's Terminal Station is open for the second time as an early voting precinct. The polling manager, Barbara White, said a handful of people came in early…
UPDATE: Milledgeville reinforces outside water use restriction
The City of Milledgeville Water Department has placed a restriction on outdoor water use in the city until further notice.
Bibb deputy shoots at suspect in Pleasant Hill neighborhood
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Bibb County Sheriff's deputy shot at a suspect running away from him in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood Monday afternoon. Deputy Sherrell was in the Grier Street area around 5:30 p.m. He saw two men shooting…
Gray police looking for vehicle used in armed robbery
The Gray Police Department is asking residents to be on the look out for a car used in an armed robbery.
Residents celebrate Fourth of July at Lake Tobesofkee
Residents in Macon-Bibb County celebrated the Fourth of July at Lake Tobesofkee.
Old Tubman Museum transforms into Macon music studio
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The old Tubman Museum in Macon is now a place where Middle Georgia musicians can jump start their careers. The 5/4 Music Space on Walnut Street is giving young artists opportunity. "A long time ago, you used…
What's Right With Our Schools: Taylor County High School's JROTC program promotes discipline
Taylor County High School JROTC program gives students' life lessons.
Man arrested for robbing Macon Gamestop, pouring lighter fluid on employee
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County deputies arrested a man for breaking into the Gamestop on Presidential Parkway and pouring lighter fluid on an employee. Derrick Lamb, 23, is charged with armed robbery. Deputies said he broke into the store on…
Man arrested after standoff with Warner Robins SWAT team
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Warner Robins Police officers arrested a man they claim was drunk and pointed a gun at paramedics. Robert Pope, 41, is charged with aggravated assault. Around 6 p.m. Saturday, paramedics went to home on Jana…
Lake Tobesofkee set to host sparks over the park
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- On July 4th, Lake Tobesofkee will host sparks over the park. It's the twenty-second year for the event in Bibb County. The band The Loose Skrews will perform at the Sandy Beach Park pavillion from 6 until…
Warner Robins host independence day concert and fireworks
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Warner Robins will be holding its big Independence Day concert and fireworks show tonight. Gates will open at McConnell-Talbert Stadium at 5:30. If you're planning to head out to the event, remember there are a lot…
Dublin VA: Celebratory fireworks may trigger vets' PTSD
As you get ready to celebrate for the 4th of July, medical staff at the Carl Vinson VA Medical wants residents to think about veterans.
Macon Charter Academy under new leadership; plans to dismiss bankruptcy proceedings
Macon Charter Academy's co-founder, Monya Rutland, has been named the school's new board chair.
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigating shooting incident
Investigators looking for more information on Macon shooting incident.
Middle Georgia Cold Cases: Macon Church Arson - One Year Later
Macon-Bibb fire investigators are still searching for the person who intentionally set fire to the God's Power Church of Christ in 2015.
Georgia College named one of the best universities in the state
One website named Georgia College one of the best universities in the state.
Bibb deputies urge residents to look out for 'suspicious' men, vehicles
Bibb County sheriff's deputies are asking for the public's help looking for two men they've deemed 'suspicious.'
Man sought for robbing Macon GameStop, dousing employee with lighter fluid
Bibb County sheriff's deputies are looking for a man accused of robbing the GameStop on Presidential Parkway in Macon.
New Bibb elementary school almost ready to welcome students
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new elementary school in Bibb County will be ready to welcome students this fall. 41NBC took a look inside Veterans Elementary to show us how your ESPLOST dollars were spent. Former Barden and Morgan Elementary students…
Macon-Bibb to install solar panels to power government buildings
Macon-Bibb County is using solar panels to power several government buildings.
Georgia law enforcement officers prepare for weekend safe driving enforcement campaign
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia State Patrol troopers and local law enforcement officers across the state will be out enforcing safe driving this weekend. Drive Sober Georgia is an effort to get impaired drivers off the road. Troopers will also be…
Warner Robins man found dead outside local motel
A man was found shot to death outside the Budget Inn Motel Tuesday.
Macon-Bibb P&Z asking for public input on road, transportation projects
Macon-Bibb's Planning and Zoning Commission is asking residents what would they do with a billion dollars to spend.
Macon-Bibb commissioners pass fiscal year '17 budget
Macon-Bibb County commissioners approved the budget for the upcoming year.
Judge rules troubled Gordon mayor can stay in office
A Wilkinson County Superior Court judge ruled Gordon Mayor Mary Ann Whipple-Lue can stay in office.
Bibb School Board: Macon Charter Academy can't recruit students for next school year
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Charter Academy can't recruit students for the upcoming school year. The Bibb School Board sent a cease and desist letter to MCA Monday. The letter says "as the local authorizer of MCA's charter, Bibb County Board…
South Macon residents unhappy with neighborhood development
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Some South Macon residents want to see change in their neighborhood. Thursday's community listening session is a chance for them to tell elected officials about their concerns. Event Organizer Danny Glover said neighbors are frustrated because they…
UPDATE: Macon bank robbery suspect arrested
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Milledgeville man is accused of robbing three banks in Macon over the last month. Bibb deputies found 59-year-old Quinn Morgan in a white Jeep Liberty on First Street shortly after a robbery was reported at…
Warner Robins man taken to hospital after being shot
A Warner Robins man was taken to the hospital Monday night after being shot in the leg.
Bibb Sheriff's Office, local veterinarian remember fallen Investigator T.J. Freeman
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's been almost two months since a Bibb County Sheriff's investigator was killed on the job. You may start to see a new sticker on the back windshield of Bibb County Sheriff's patrol cars. Bibb County Sheriff…
Longtime 41NBC chief photographer dies
Robert Hughes dies at 68.
Fire destroys majority of north Macon home, no one injured
Firefighters in Macon spent Monday afternoon putting out a house fire in north Bibb County.
Forsyth business cleaning up after morning fire
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bryant's Collision in Forsyth is repairing its building after a fire Monday morning. Forsyth Fire Department Chief David Herndon said someone driving by noticed the fire around 7 a.m. Firefighters found a car on fire in the…
What's Right With Our Schools: Bibb County School District distributes summer meals
Bibb County's School Nutrition Department is hoping to feed thousands of kids during the summer.
Bleckley Co. deputy shoots, kills suspect
A suspect is dead after being involved in a shooting with a Bleckley Co. Sheriff's Office deputy. Investigator Alan Watson with the Bleckley County Sheriff's Office says it happened on Highway 257.
Keeping Organized: The Laundry Room
Professional organizer Andi Willis shows us ways to make your laundry room more functional.
Man arrested for impersonating a Monroe sheriff's deputy
A man is in jail in Monroe County for pretending to be a sheriff's deputy.
Georgia DNR enforcing "Operation Dry Water"
If you're taking the boat out this weekend, don't be under the influence. That's what the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Rangers are saying with this weekend's Operation Dry Water, intended to crack down on impaired boating.
Macon Charter Academy: 'School will remain open in August"
Leaders at Macon Charter Academy say the school will be open August. Board members met with concerned parents who were concerned MCA might shut down.
Local gym members increase fitness device, app usage
Is the fitness tracker just a trend, or it here to stay? A local fitness instructor talks about why exercise devices help her gym members accomplish their fitness goals.