Georgia Tech student from Warner Robins aims to revolutionize how we learn music
College senior says it'll be easier to learn how to play your favorite instrument
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Bibb Campus Police Investigating Elementary School Break-In
Campus Police and the Bibb Sheriff's Office are investigating
Twiggs County High School students receive laptops
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Twiggs County School District has taken a step most school systems have not--it's sending its high school students home with a laptop computer. A little doubt. "At first, I was like, I know we're not…
Milledgeville Prepares For Future Film Opportunities
Calling all film and tv crews! Milledgeville is now prepared to host you after City Council approved a new city ordinance.
Local Church Hosts Archery Tournament to Raise Money for Digging a Well in Africa
Hunting is a popular sport across Middle Georgia. A church in Laurens County is using that passion to raise money to go toward digging a well for a village in Africa.
Warner Robins Police Arrests, Charges Three Suspects with Burglary
The Warner Robins Police Department arrested three people for burglary Tuesday afternoon.
Bibb Deputies Searching for Robbers
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for two suspects who deputies say followed a victim to an apartment complex, hit him, and then stole his wallet.
Bibb Deputies Need Your Help Identifing Card Fraud Suspect
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb Sheriff’s Office needs the public's help in identifying a suspect wanted for financial transaction card fraud. Deputies say she used a mislaid debit card at a local bank’s ATM on March third. Anyone who knows the identity of the suspect or has any information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
Perry's 'Peaches To The Beaches' brings shoppers from across the nation
If you're hanging out in downtown Perry this weekend, don't be surprised to see tents set up throughout the city.
Twiggs County Sheriff's Office Continues St. Patrick's Day Roadblock Tradition
St. Patrick's Day weekend is much like any holiday weekend--people tend to travel more.
Peach County High School hosts 'Drive 4 Ur School'
The brand new Ford cars lined the teacher's parking lot at Peach County High School Saturday.
Macon downtown improvements continue
The plans to revitalize the Macon downtown area are continuing, and one downtown business hopes the fresh ideas will create more opportunities to grow.
Bibb County DA Wants Severe Sentencing For Gang Acitivity
"Anytime they commit a crime that's destabilizes this community and threatens the safety of Middle Georgia families they're going to do time," said Cooke. "And we're not going to rest until every single street gang is dismantled or moves out of town."
United Way Exceeds 2013 Goal, Raises $4.2 Million
Local nonprofit raises more than $4 million in annual campaign
Georgia's First Lady Reads to Macon Students
Sandra Deal stops in Macon to share story with kids.
Savannah State Musicians Perform at Southwest High School
Macon students treated to private performance from college musicians
Suspect behind bars in Milledgeville after string of burglaries
Milledgeville Police catch suspect after weeks of frustration.
Milledgeville Police Make Arrest in Burglary Cases
The Milledgeville Police Department arrested a man wanted in connection of a string of recent burglarizes.
New Georgia Military College President Talks Goals, Challenges, Schools' Future
41NBC caught up with the new president of Georgia Military College to find out his goals and challenges of taking on the new role.
Trolley Vandalized
A trolley in Milledgeville is vandalized.
Twiggs Burglary Latest
Tatnall County escapee is suspected in several burglaries in Twiggs County.
Man Sentenced for Running Over Firefighter
A man is sentenced to probation after accidentally hitting a man while driving on the interstate.
Milledgeville Burglary
A series of burglaries is suspected to be from a recent escapee.
County Line Dispute Hearing
Ruling on a long contested county line dispute between Monroe and Bibb County.
Third Teen Arrested in Macon Teen's Shooting Death
A third teen is charged with murder in the shooting death of a Macon teen.
Former Macon mayor dies at 90 years old.
Former Macon mayor, Buck Melton Sr. died Wednesday, and as current Macon Mayor Robert Reichert says, Melton Sr. paved the way for the city's success.
Peake Weighs in on House Committee's Key Vote on Medical Marijuana Bill
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A key vote Wednesday night in a Georgia house committee may have paved the way for medical marijuana to become legal in the state this year. The Health and Human Services Committee voted unamiously to pass…
Macon-Bibb Commissioners Bonding Well
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A late night in Athens sounds like an experience a college student may describe. But some of the Bibb County Commissioners had a late night of their own, and it's helped keep the teamwork in their…
Friday Deadline to Opt in Title Ad Valorem Tax
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Time is running out for those looking to opt into the Title Ad Valorem Tax, also known as TAVT. When the 2012 Georgia General Assembly passed House Bill 386 in 2012, it called for a new…
Ocmulgee Parking Lot Flooded
BONAIRE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Heavy rainfall Tuesday night and Wednesday morning left an Ocmulgee boat ramp parking lot completely under water. The parking lot is located on Georgia State Route 96, in Bonaire. The water covered signs about halfway, out…
City Officials in Milledgeville Taking Steps to Create Bicycle Friendly Community
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The city of Milledgeville is on a mission to get people off of four wheels and on to two. Local leaders submitted an application to make the community more bicycle friendly. After leaving his first job, Benny…
Perry City Leaders Connect With Residents Through Walking
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's not everyday the mayor and city council members get a little dirt on their shoes. But for Perry, the city leaders get a chance to do that every month. This afternoon Mayor Jimmy Faircloth joined City…
Law Enforcement Veteran Looks Back on 35 Years
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- After more than three decades of working in law enforcement, Twiggs County Sheriff's Chief Deputy Billy Boney has no plans to stop serving and protecting law abiding citizens. He got his start in law enforcement…
Group of Family and Friends Support Wounded Veteran Through "Warrior's Walk"
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A group of army men and women along with family and friends are teaming up for a cause. They've been in Hawkinsville over the last few days on a mission to complete the Warrior's Walk. Step…
Centerville Police All Moved-In
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Officers and staff of the Centerville Police Department have a new home. They recently moved from their old police station, located at 500 Houston Lake Blvd., into a new building, located at 308 Church Street. The…
Milledgeville Pastor Dies in Lake Sinclair Marina
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The pastor of Freedom Church in Milledgville died while trying to launch his boat at Lake Sinclair Marina. Baldwin County rescue workers found 75-year-old Wendell Ray Thomas' 2003 Dodge Dakota pick-up truck submerged in Lake Sinclair…
Peach County High Added To Georgia D.O.E. ‘Priority List’
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Department of Education recently added Peach County High School to its priority list. It puts the school in the low achieving category for schools across Georgia. According to Peach County Board of Education chairman…
Two Women Arrested for Apparently Giving Contraband to Inmates at Telfair State Prison
HELENA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Two women are arrested after guards at Telfair State prison noticed suspicious activity on the eastside of building Sunday evening. According to a post on the Telfair County Sheriff's Office facebook page, both 51-year-old Maria Lynne…
Al Tillman Hosts Macon-Bibb District 9 Forum
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The new year kicked off the consolidation of Macon and Bibb County. Since then, government officials and community leaders have been working together to iron out the kinks and get feedback from everyone impacted. District 9…
UPDATE: Two Arrested in Connection with Shooting Death of Macon Teen
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County investigators have arrested two Macon teens in connection with the fatal shooting of another Macon teen Saturday night. With the help of Bibb County Board of Education Police and the Middle Georgia Regional Fugitive…
Main Street Matters Project Kicks Off in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon got a little bit brighter on Monday. Benjamin Moore's Main Street Matters project started on Second Street. With several paint strokes, The beginning of a new look in downtown Macon is underway. It's a fresh start…
Teen Killed in Macon's First Homicide of the Year
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff investigators are following up on information they received about a teenager who was found dead on a baseball field. It is the first homicide case for Bibb County Sheriff's Office this year. Damian…
Macon Man Now Suspect in Wife’s Death
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In East Macon, Bibb County Sheriff's deputies are searching for 43-year-old Jasento Flowers Sr. Flowers is wanted for murder and two count of aggravated assaults. Deputies believe the suspect killed his wife and shot two other…
Bibb County Deputies Investigate Toddler’s Death
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a death of a 17-month-old girl, which happened Saturday afternoon. Deputies say the father and child were visiting family on North Pierce Circle. According to a news release, the…
Teenager Found Dead at Macon Little League Field
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 16-year-old male was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds at the Macon Little League Field on 2230 Anthony Road on Saturday night. Deputies identified the victim as Damian Bernard Clayton. Clayton was transported to the…
Georgia Sports Hall of Fame Welcomes 2014 Class
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame honored its newest members Saturday night. Each member received a jacket with the GSHF emblem on it and their own exhibit in the museum. James Brooks, Bobby Cremins, Jim Hughes,…
Rep. Bishop Headlines GABEO Conference in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Each election, millions in the U.S. choose not to vote. Saturday afternoon, one U.S. Congressman delivered a message in Macon that hopes to change that. Sanford Bishop's (D-Ga., 2nd District) message is: you can't help change…
GSHF Inductees Honored During Jacket Ceremony
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame welcomed its newest members Friday night. James Brooks, Bobby Cremins, Jim Hughes, Homer Rice, Hollis Stacy, Chester Webb and Scott Woerner were all recognized for their contributions to various sports…
GABEO: Working to Create More Diverse Judiciary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- In an effort to create a more diverse government, the Georgia Association of Black Elected Officials is hosting a conference on diversifying the judicial branch. GABEO kicked off the event with a welcome reception Friday night…
Milledgeville Woman Steal's GSP Car, Sends Troopers on High Speed Chase
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Milledgeville woman is facing a slew of charges for slipping out of her handcuffs, and into the front seat of a Georgia State Patrol Car. According to a GSP incident, a trooper, Michael Anthony Screws,…