Spillers wins Crawford commission race
Justin Spillers will be the new District 3 commissioner, replacing Dean Fripp who died in October.
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Gordon residents elect new city council member
Gordon residents elected a new city council member during Tuesday's special election.
GDOT closes ramp, lanes near 1-16/1-75 split for maintenance
The Georgia Department of Transportation is warning drivers of ramp and lane closures in Bibb County.
Dooly County voters elect new sheriff
Dooly County voters elected Craig Peavy as their new sheriff Tuesday night.
Peach County voters approve ESPLOST
Peach County residents overwhelmingly voted in favor to continue the education penny sales tax.
Bibb School Board changes Hutchings College and Career Academy to a program
The Bibb School Board decided to change the Hutchings College and Career Academy from a high school to a program.
Items stolen from over a hundred cars in Warner Robins
More than 120 cars left unlocked were hit by thieves in Warner Robins since the start of the new year, that is according to Warner Robins Police Public Information Officer Jennifer Parson.
Macon-Bibb leaders using CDBG funds on new park
Leaders say "Pinnacle Park" is one way the county is improving the Tindall Heights neighborhood.
Macon-Bibb to take possession of Little Richard home
The Georgia Department of Transportation will rehab and move the house.
Centerville police use Google glasses while on the job
Lt. Phillip Pritchett says the "Smart Glass" is better than a typical police-issued body camera.
GBI continue investigating Crawford County deputy involved shooting
Georgia Bureau of Investigations agents are working to determine exactly what happened during a Crawford County deputy involved shooting.
UPDATE: Bibb School Board chooses IE Squared as operational system
Bibb County Schools will operate as an "Investing in Educational Excellence" system.
New Macon RBI program to help underserved children
The Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities program gives kids who can't afford to play baseball or softball the chance to participate in America's Pastime.
Macon man pleads guilty for sex trafficking of children
A Macon man will serve 30 years in federal prison after pleading guilty for sex trafficking of children.
UPDATE: Waynesboro man dies in Baldwin County tractor-trailer accident
According to Georgia State Patrol, William Cribb was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident on State Road 22.
Beer jobs bill to create jobs, boost economy and tourism
State lawmakers are debating a bill that will make Georgia craft breweries and beer lovers “hoppy.”
State House of Representatives passes firework bill
The Georgia Senate is now considering the bill that would legalize fireworks in the Peach State.
Man dies in Taylor County plane crash
A man is dead after a plane crashed in Taylor County on Sunday.
Peach superintendent hopeful for E-SPLOST vote
Superintendent Dr. Daryl Fineran says the money will help the kids as well as residents.
Grand jury indicts suspect in Cobb County couple slaying
The man accused of killing a Marietta couple in Telfair County was formally charged with the crime.
Accused Bibb County gang member makes plea bargain with district attorney's office
Kodie DiDiego agreed to testify against his co-defendants, that is according to District Attorney David Cooke.
Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful Commission honors its volunteers
The Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful Commission honored its volunteers Monday during its annual luncheon.
Peach deputy tax commissioner arrested for embezzlement
According to GBI Special Agent J.T. Ricketson, a large amount of money was missing from Peach County funds.
Hundreds pack downtown Forsyth for 28th Annual Forsythia Festival
It was another successful year for the Forsythia Festival.
Twiggs County couple dies in house fire
The fire happened just before 3 a.m. Sunday.
UPDATE: Injured deputy released from hospital after Crawford County deputy-involved shooting
Crawford County Sheriff Lewis Walker says the deputy was released from the hospital Sunday morning.
UPDATE: Missing Macon teen found
13-year-old Janiya Jacobs left her Atwood Drive home Saturday, but her aunt found her.
2 people die in Twiggs County crash
A 24-year-old man and a 16-year-old girl died after a crash early Saturday morning in Twiggs County.
Strong men compete in Macon for division titles
More than 25 men lifted cars, tires, weights, logs, and Atlas stones during a Strongman competition in Macon Saturday.
People get head start on applying for jobs at Macon water park
Lost Island Water Park at Sandy Beach is scheduled to open in May.
Medical Center, Navicent Health hosts Preemie Party
They were born premature, but the babies are healthy now.
Gordon Police investigating vandalism at city hall
Gordon Police is trying to find out who smeared crosses on the windows inside the government building.
State Senate passes its own version of medical marijuana bill
The state Senate approved SB 185 54 to 1.
'Let's Celebrate': Disney on Ice comes to middle Georgia
Disney's favorite characters are bringing festivals and celebrations from around the world to middle Georgia.
Cause of Nu-Way fire on Cotton Avenue may have been electrical
Macon-Bibb Fire Chief Marvin Riggins says there were no injuries.
Dublin City Council approves funding for new river walk and bike route upgrades
Council members are bringing back to life a project that started about two decades ago.
Forsythia Festival organizers gearing up for weekend festival
Organizers folded T-shirts and packed other souvenirs while preparing for this weekend's 28th annual Forsythia Festival.
Dublin celebrates 50th St. Patrick's Day Festival
Dublin residents have been getting ready for the 50th St. Patrick's Day Festival since last month.
Former Houston County sheriff's deputy indicted for hitting handcuffed suspect
Kenneth Beck, a former Houston County Sheriff's deputy was indicted by a superior court grand jury. Beck is charged with simple battery and violation of oath of officer.
Kumho Tire will use bonds to finance new Macon-Bibb facility
International tire manufacturer Kumho Tire is selling bonds to help finance the construction of its new facility in Macon-Bibb County.
Saxon Heights Elementary closed Friday due to flooding
According to Dublin City Schools Associate Superintendent Fred Williams, the pipe burst in the basement and caused it to flood. School will be closed on Friday.
Robins AFB: 'Greeting not a violation of Air Force instructions'
According to the base, several motorists who work there were uncomfortable with the phrase 'Have a blessed day.'
Milledgeville man shot in back of head while driving
Milledgeville police say Antonio Smith was shot in the back of the head while driving his car. His girlfriend and their two month old infant son were in the vehicle at the time of the shooting.
Bibb Sheriff's Office: 5 of 7 pedestrians intoxicated when hit, killed by cars
Lt. Brad Wolfe says drivers and pedestrians have to be aware when on the road.
Perry man arrested for smuggling drugs through barbershop
Capt. Heath Dykes says 45-year-old Corey Hallett had 64 bags of marijuana in the shop.
Dooly County man starts memorial fund for longtime sheriff
Farmer Royce Cross wants to honor former Dooly County Sheriff Van Peavy by donating $2,500 to his memorial fund.
Perry police looking for drive by shooting suspect
The Perry Police Department is looking for a suspect wanted in a drive by shooting that happened late Tuesday night.
Gordon Mayor moves money, council members claim 'illegal action'
Gordon Mayor Mary Ann Whipple-Lue admits she moved money from the city's reserved fund into its general fund.
McConnell-Talbert Stadium to get new turf field
The Houston County School Board voted to replace the grass field with turf. It will cost the district $810,000 to install the field turf.
UPDATE: Father arrested after boy shoots younger brother
The five-year-old boy was sent to the hospital for treatment. He is listed in stable condition.