Downtown Crime on the Decline
Downtown Macon crime is at its lowest in 10 years. Macon-Bibb County Convention and Visitors Bureau and Bibb County Sheriff David Davis encourages people to visit downtown Macon.
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Centenarian celebrates with family and friends
Willie Mae Purnell turned 103-years-old Wednesday. She was surrounded by her family and friends at the Cherry Blossom Nursing Home during her birthday celebration.
Macon and Savannah Teen Summit on issues concerning young people
Macon's Georgia Civic Awareness Program for Students (GCAPS) met with a Savannah delegation made up of students to discuss issues they are facing.
Career Fair and Fall Festival for students in downtown Macon
Bibb County students attending the Mentor's Project Career Fair and Fall Festival took part in a presentation by Jennifer Look of the Historic Riverside Cemetery Preservation Society.
TeleICU launches at Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
Hospital officials say their TeleICU Program gives doctors and patients a chance to connect with more critical care experts.
Robins AFB officials speak on fallen airmen
Robins Air Force Base officials are grieving after three of their own were lost at sea in Japan.
WRPD: Perry man under influence of drugs, causes fatal car crash
he Warner Robins Police Department is investigating a fatal traffic accident that happened Wednesday morning at the intersection Russell Parkway and Burns Drive.
Memorial set for Staff Sergeant Joshua Schoenhoff
Memorial Service honoring the life of Staff Sergeant Joshua Schoenhoff set for Saturday.
Slick Rick to perform in Macon
Hip Hop Legend Slick Rick will grace a stage right here in downtown Macon.
Three new Habitat homes dedicated for World Habitat Day
Macon Habitat for Humanity recognized World Habitat Day by dedicating one of three homes to Porsche Thomas and her family.
Bibb County Democratic Party opens new office in Macon
The new Bibb County Democratic Party Office is located at 835 Forsyth Street in Macon.
Mixed feelings after public forum for proposed bar age limit
Some bar owners say it would hurt their business. Others believe underage drinking is a big problem that needs to be addressed.
Vacant Macon home goes up in smoke
Macon-Bibb County firefighters worked to extinguish a blaze at a Violet Street home.
UPDATE: Man shot in front of Macon convenient store
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a convenient store.
New Perry Hotel to be featured on Travel Channel
The hotel will be the spotlight on "Resort Rescue" on the Travel Channel.
U.S. Senate, Gubernatorial debates held at Georgia National Fairgrounds
Candidates running for U.S. Senate and the Georgia Governor squared off during debates Tuesday night.
Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare quarantine after death of two dogs
Officials at Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare has placed the office under quarantine after the death of two dogs.
Restaurant Report Card: Fair Edition
Every vendor has to make a 100 on their health inspection score--I couldn't pick just one!
Three men arrested in Macon man's shooting death near Savannah
Three men are facing murder charges in the shooting death of a Macon man that happened last week in the Savannah area.
Macon-Bibb Fire Department: Smoke detectors save lives
Fire Prevention Week starts Monday and this year's theme is "Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives."
Macon salon treats domestic violence victims to full makeover
Lee Tillman Salon hosted several ladies at the Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia.
Bibb County Sheriff's deputies searching for possible credit card fraud suspects
Deputies need your help identifying these two suspects.
UPDATE: Third body found in Japanese typhoon, body identified
A third Robins Airman has been recovered after three Airmen were swept out to sea Sunday by high waves.
Perry names new Economic Development Director
Robert Smith will replace Mary Beth Bass.
Volunteers clean up the Ocmulgee River
Volunteers cleaned up Macon's primary source of drinking water on Saturday.
"Backpack Buddies" feeds a thousand students
Two Macon churches and The Junior League of Macon are helping to feed a thousand students.
Milledgeville takes the "Knight Cities Challenge"
Milledgeville Main Street Downtown Development Authority Director, Carlee Schulte says some of the city's civic and community organizations are gearing up for the Knight Cities Challenge.
High school football scores and highlights: October 3
Watch "The End Zone" Friday nights at 11:15 on 41NBC.
Milledgeville Housing Authority maintenance men confessed to stealing appliances from employer
Sammy Dupree and Normon Gordon both of McCrae told Milledgeville Police say the men also used the agency's credit card to buy gas for their personal vehicles.
Suspected copper thieves accused of stealing two ton AC unit
Terall Lamar Butts and Terrell Antoine Havior were arrested after selling copper wires to a Milledgeville recycle center.
Friday kicks off Energy Star Tax Free Weekend
From Friday until Sunday, all Energy Star Appliances are tax free.
Grant's Lounge still open despite plans to close
A Macon bar rich with music history was suppose to close this week, but that hasn't happened.
Macon-Bibb agencies team up to ensure child safety
Macon-Bibb firefighters along with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office gave parents CDs with their children's info.
Jones County family calls 6-year-old a hero after he calls 911
6-year-old LJ Lucas called 911 after his grandmother stopped breathing.
UPDATE: State health officials confirm Cobb County inmate tested negative for Ebola
Officials with the Georgia Department of Public Health confirm a Cobb County inmate is not infected with the Ebola virus.
Macon man fatally shot in Hinesville
The Liberty County Sheriff's Office is investigating the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old Markese Mahone of Macon.
2014 Georgia National Fair kicks off with new attractions and experiences
The 2014 Georgia National Fair is underway until October 12th.
Houston County school adding a Pre-K class
Registration underway for Tucker Elementary School Pre-K class. The class is scheduled to be filled on a first come first served basis, according to school officials.
Governor Nathan Deal and First Lady kick off Georgia's Pre-K month in Byron
Sandra Deal and Gov. Deal read to Kay Road Elementary School Pre-school students to kick off Georgia's Pre-K month.
Macon-Bibb to hold public forums on bar age limit
Macon-Bibb business owners and residents will have the chance to voice their opinion on proposed legislation that would keep people under the age of 21 from entering and being outside of bars.
State names new hospital administrator for Cook Building at Central State
The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities appointed a new hospital administrator at the Cook Building on the campus of Central State Hospital.
Bibb deputies make arrest in attempted Domino's robbery
A Crimestoppers tip led to the arrest of a man accused of attempting to rob a Macon pizza restaurant.
Bibb County named Early Education Empowerment Zone
Bibb County is one of four counties that will be receiving money to help develop early childhood learning programs.
Bibb County School District Partners with Organizations to Offer Flu Vaccine
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District is partnering with North Central Health District and the Macon-Bibb County Health Department and are offering free flu shots to students.Letters and consent forms were sent home to parents in early…
US Congressman Barrow questions the removal of former Carl Vinson VA Medical Center director
US Congressman John Barrow sent a letter to the Veterans Affairs Secretary questioning the removal of former Carl Vinson VA Medical Center Director John Goldman.
Energy efficient sales tax holiday starts Friday
Looking to buy a major appliance for your home? This weekend is the time do that.
Four Mount de Sales Seniors Named National Merit Semifinalists
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four seniors at Mount de Sales Academy have been named National Merit semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Hannah Christian, Chambers English, Caroline Pearson, and Elizabeth Pearson have the opportunity to become finalists and compete…
Middle Georgia State receives grants to reduce textbook costs
This Spring, some students at Middle Georgia State College won't have to worry about buying books for certain introductory education and political science classes.
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center offering free flu shots for veterans
Veterans can get free flu shots thanks to the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center.
Jones County Sheriff's Office investigating family pet murder
A family dog was found gruesomely murdered near his home, according to Jones County Sheriff Officials.