Three Westside High seniors sign college football letters of intent
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – National Signing Day was a special occasion at Westside High School in Bibb County, where three senior football players made their college…
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Warner Robins celebrates National Signing Day with talented football players
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It was an exciting day across Middle Georgia, and at high schools nationwide, as National Signing Day kicked off.…
Houston County NAACP demands accountability after viral Warner Robins traffic stop
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County NAACP is calling for accountability following a viral traffic stop that sparked controversy last week. The Georgia Department…
Macon restaurant adds temporary 50-cent egg surcharge due to rising costs
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Popular breakfast spot Macon Bagels announced on social media that it will be adding a temporary 50-cent surcharge to eggs due…
'My husband was not born to die that way': Candlelight vigil held in memory of Sammy Jackson
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Family, friends and former players gathered Wednesday night at Harvest Church in Byron to honor…
World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday in Lizella
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Friends, family and community members gathered Wednesday morning to celebrate a remarkable milestone—World War II Veteran…
Critical Care for Animal Angels hosting dog adoption open house in Byron
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Critical Care for Animal Angels (CCAA) will host an adoption open house this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering people a chance to meet available dogs in need of a home. The event will…
Macon man arrested on aggravated assault charges after shots fired on Graham Road
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Gang Unit arrested a Macon man in connection with an aggravated assault investigation after multiple homes were struck by gunfire Tuesday night. According to a Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release,…
Peach County Trojans sign with Iowa Western, FVSU
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Peach County Trojans made their college commitments official on National Signing Day on Wednesday. Offensive lineman Jordyn Millerhorne says committing to Iowa…
Bibb County School District votes to opt out of H.B. 581
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Board of Education voted 8-0 Wednesday in favor of opting out of House Bill 581, allowing the district…
More wind likely Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Wind will finally become a bit more noticeable Thursday after remaining calm thus far this week. This Evening and Tonight Partly cloudy skies from the afternoon will become mostly cloudy overnight. A few isolated showers will…
Three Southwest players sign to Clayton State University
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three Southwest players signed on National Signing Day on Wednesday. Wide receiver and cornerback, Jamarea Watkins; defensive end and tackle, Marquis Hutchings; and defensive…
Macon Pops to host annual concert, auction
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Pops is hosting its annual fundraiser this weekend at Emerson at Plum. The event is Sunday, February 9 at 6:30 p.m. at 543 Plum…
Westfield’s Jackson St. Clair signs to play football and track for Berry College
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - At The Westfield School in Perry, home of the Hornets, wide receiver Jackson St. Clair signed Wednesday to play…
Fall Line church to host night of worship, empower homeless community
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fall Line Church is hosting a night of worship for the community this weekend. The event "Fight Night Worship Style" is…
UPDATE: Missing man found in Bibb County
UPDATE (2/5/2025) The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says Ardarryus Lashone Harper has been found and is safe. Harper has been removed from the NCIC system as a missing person. ORIGINAL 2/4/2025 MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff's Office…
Twiggs County Schools hosting job fair
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Twiggs County Schools is hosting a job fair this Saturday, February 8, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn at Mercer University. They are hiring for positions ranging from elementary to high…
Georgia holding statewide tornado drill Wednesday as part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia residents, schools, and businesses will participate in a statewide tornado drill at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 5, as part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week, according to the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS).…
How does the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office handle immigration enforcement?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff's Office will not be searching for undocumented residents in the wake of the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal…
BJ's Wholesale Club opening in Warner Robins this summer
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – BJ’s Wholesale Club is set to open its first location in Middle Georgia, bringing the membership-based warehouse chain to Warner Robins. The membership-based warehouse retailer is building its new store at 6201 Watson Boulevard, with…
Macon-Bibb EMA offers free 2025 preparedness calendars
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This week marks Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Georgia. Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is reminding the community about picking up their free 2025 community preparedness calendars. The calendars are a great resource to help everyone…
Bike Walk Macon celebrates 10th anniversary, hosts inaugural 'Streets For All Fest'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon is celebrating their 10th anniversary and hosting a weekend-long celebration of biking and walking to kick off…
Local doctor shares heart healthy habits for American Heart Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A local doctor is sharing tips and encouraging heart healthy habits for the community in honor of American Heart Month. Cardiothoracic Surgeon…
More clouds Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A stalled out frontal system will increase cloud cover across Middle Georgia tonight and Wednesday. This Evening A sunny and warm afternoon will become a warm and muggy night as cloud cover thickens through the…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office looking for woman who brandished gun, vandalized property at store
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a woman who brandished a firearm at a convenience store Sunday morning, according to a news release. The incident happened at 11:40 a.m. on February 2 at Melody…
14-year-old injured after crashing his dirt bike into Houston County school bus
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A teenager was injured after his dirt bike collided into a Houston County school bus on Tuesday morning, according…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores January 27-31
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The…
UPDATE: Iquane Brown charged with murder in death of Sammy Jackson
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The Lindsey Center offering Houston Cares Health Clinic this weekend
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Lindsey Center Clinic in Warner Robins will provide free health, dental, hearing and vision screenings this week to anyone who needs those…
National Marriage Week Celebration events to take place across Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Infinity Training Center is hosting National Marriage Week Celebration from February 7 - 14. Owner of Infinity Training Center, Dr. Tonya…
GDC confirms inmate death at Dooly State Prison
UNADILLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) has confirmed an inmate died at Dooly State Prison on Sunday. According to GDC, which did not immediately…
Crimestoppers asks for help finding fugitives from Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and discuss the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with…
Very warm conditions likely Tuesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This Evening Clear skies from this afternoon will stay that way into tonight as temperatures fall from the 70s into the 50s and eventually 40s by tomorrow…
Sheriff: 2 Macon men arrested after trying to smuggle prohibited items into Washington State Prison with drone
DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Macon men are facing felony charges after the Washington County Sheriff's Office says they…
Deputies: Two arrested after January traffic stop in Bloomfield school zone
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two men were arrested after a Bibb County deputy stopped a speeding car in an active school zone and reported finding drugs and a modified handgun, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. It happened just…
Deadline to apply for FEMA assistance this week
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – FEMA is reminding Georgians impacted by Tropical Storm Debby and Hurricane Helene to apply for assistance before time runs out. The deadline is Friday, February 7. FEMA Media Relations Specialist James Wood says the agency…
Report: Jones County football coach, athletic director resign
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Jones County High School head football coach Mike Chastain and athletic director…
UPDATE: Deputies make arrest after pair of 'suspicious incidents' at Macon Walmart
UPDATE (1/31/25): The Bibb County Sheriff's…
17-year-old arrested for series of car break-ins in Jones County
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 17-year-old was arrested for a series of car break-ins in Jones County, according to the Jones County Sheriff's Office. According…
Groundhog day this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Sunny and warm weather is anticipated for the first weekend of February. This Evening Storms will move through Middle Georgia during the suppertime and late evening hours as…
Peach County man convicted of child molestation after week-long trial
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Peach County jury has convicted a 37-year-old man of multiple child molestation charges after a week-long trial, according to the…
Bernd Elementary hosts Leadership Day, encourages students to ‘Go to Infinity and Beyond’
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Leadership was on full display at Bernd Elementary School on Friday as students took part in the school's Barned Leadership Academy’s Leadership Day. This year’s theme, “Leadership…
Georgia State Patrol dismisses ticket after dashcam video sparks controversy in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A traffic stop in Warner Robins during the Thunder Task Force operation Thursday led to a viral dashcam…
UPDATE: Missing Telfair County man found safe
UPDATE (1/31/25): A man reported missing in Telfair County has been found safe. "UPDATE - Mr. Allen has been located and is safe.…
Georgia’s General Beauregard Lee ranks among most accurate weather-predicting groundhogs
(CNN)- As we bid farewell to what felt like an endless January, Groundhog Day is upon us once again. The big question: Will the Seer of Seers see his shadow? But did you know Punxsutawney Phil isn’t the only weather-predicting…
Macon-Bibb residents to discuss term limits at East Macon Town Hall
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County residents have an opportunity tonight to voice their opinions on the future of local government structure. Elected officials and…
Inmate found dead at Telfair State Prison, investigation underway
TELFAIR COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An inmate died on Tuesday at the Telfair State Prison, according to a news release from the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC).…
2 inmates dead at Hancock State Prison, GDC confirms gang-related incident
HANCOCK COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two inmates died on Thursday at the Hancock State Prison, according to a news release from the Georgia Department of…
UPDATE: Air Force investigation finds unanchored wall, force contributed to fatal pool mishap at Robins AFB
UPDATE (1/31/25): A newly released Air Force report reveals that the bathhouse wall collapse that killed 14-year-old Gabriel Lee Stone…
Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia offers hope and recovery for those in need
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia is a faith-based organization that offers a life recovery program for men, women and children. For more than 70…