Central High School football coach Anthony Hines resigned today after being placed on administrative leave because of what the Bibb County School district calls a "serious concern" regarding student athlete safety. The district launched an investigation immediately after learning of…

The list is $190 million long, but a unanimous vote by the Bibb County commissioners solidified that they want everything on the list. The commissioners debated in Monday afternoon's meeting about some of the projects on the list. Commissioner Joe…

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding the suspects who held up Captain D's Seafood. Two men entered the restaurant on 5390 Thomaston Road around 11:30pm Friday. According to a news release, one of the suspects displayed a handgun…

Monroe County firefighters suffered from heat exhaustion while battling a house fire that left a High Falls family homeless. The blaze took over the home on Unionville Road around 10am Saturday. The residents weren't injured, but fire investigators said the…

Secretary of State Brian Kemp will hold a news conference tomorrow at 9 am to announce his final decision on the long disputed border war between Bibb and Monroe Counties. Millions of dollars in tax revenue are at stake in…

A man is behind bars after he fired shots in a Macon apartment complex. According to a news release,  officers responded to incident at the Baconsfield Apartments on Saturday around 7:20pm. The victim stated that 48-year old  Antonio Jermaine Moss, Sr. threatened…

Excellence goes past the court. Basketball is only part of the man. Coach James Lunsford continues to challenge his student athletes to keep their priorities in line. "You got to develop the total kid you can't just develop him, making…

22-year-old Arthur Ulon Smith is charged with stealing two air conditioning units from Highland Hills Baptist Church on Briarcliff Road. Bibb County Sheriff's Chief Deputy David Davis says the Sheriff's Office received a tip through their Email Update program that…

Tucked in the basement of the Flipper Chapel A.M.E. Church in Milledgeville, nearly 1,000 bags sit waiting to bring a bit of relief for a family this school year. The 'Uniform Closet' offers clothing for students who are required to…

After 3 intense days of cleaning more than 50 animals moved back to the Macon-Bibb County Animal Shelter. Volunteers helped scrub the building with bleach to get rid of the Parvo and Giardia outbreaks. 18 Puppies had to be put…

As students head back to school, the economy seems to stay on vacation. Students at local colleges like Mercer University say finding a job after college is a major concern. Later on down the road you've got to support a…

After three hours of debate the Georgia House and Senate each approved new political maps. The House voted 108-64 in favor of its map, and the Senate approved its map by a vote of 35-18. This was the first time…

Earlier today, the Macon Exchange Club met to decide the fate of the for 2012. President of the Georgia State Fair, Don Johstono, says despite many members with conflicting feelings, and a close vote, Central City Park will not host…

Perry High School students can test out their culinary skills and receive recognition for their hard work come graduation. The school's culinary program recently received industry certification which will allow each graduate the opportunity to become a Junior Culinarian through…

Parents and experts met at the Medical Center of Central Georgia today to talk about different ways to care for children and adults with autism, ADHD or other behavioral issuesThe group, Central Georgia Autism organized the event to educate parents…

He's a mathematician, a chemist, and a music man. Dr. Jeff Allbritten is has many talents, but his passion is helping students achieve their goals. As the new president of Macon State College, he wants the school to get more…

Middle Georgia is one step closer to winning the war on cocaine. After a three year investigation, a drug distribution ring led by two brothers is off the streets, eliminating one of the largest drug operations in East Macon. "We're…

Wednesday marks day two of intense clean-up at the Macon-Bibb Animal Control Shelter. The effort comes after workers learned the facility contained two deadly diseases, Parvo and Giardia. As animal rescue volunteers scrub down the shelter the remaining dogs and…

Milledgeville Mayor Richard Bentley joined us in the studio for "Middle Georgia Pride." he gave us his take on what makes the city a great place to live and visit, and filled us in on some exciting projects that are…

Just off of Mashburn Store Road in Unadilla, residents are complaining of no running water. They aren't sure if the lack of H2o is a result of continuous irrigation or just a drought. Whatever the reason, they say they can't…

In a 3 to 1 decision Tuesday evening, Bibb County Commissioners voted to raise property taxes for the county. According to Commissioner Lonzy Edwards, the two mill tax increase is not the correct way to help the county. Edwards was…

It wasn't a day of shopping that brought the bomb squad to the mall, but it was certainly a day of excitement for the crew. The two man, one dog, Macon Bomb Squad team did a practice run of detonating…

Wednesday afternoon the Macon Branch of the NAACP offered a congratulations to Mayor Robert Reichert for his victory in the run-off election. The organization is urging Reichert to hire C Jack Ellis as the Chief Administrative Officer. The President of…

The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department responded to a fire at a vacant house on Jessamine Drive around 2:40 am Wednesday morning. According to Sgt. Ben Gleaton the fire started in a bedroom of the house. Gleaton says the tenants moved…

Digital Bridges is a venture of Georgia College with funding from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.The project is a citizen-led initiative involving the innovative uses of technology to improve the quality of life of the community. Digital…

David Lucas' loss to Miriam Paris ends his 37 year political career. The race to fill State Senate Seat 26 started off close with Lucas ahead, but that lead slipped.  In the end Lucas lost the race by close to…

Tucked away in South Milledgeville in what used to be a school playground sits 3 acres of community gardening space. The Milledgeville Gardening Association works to promote healthy and affordable eating in the community, Lin McKnight owns 2 plots in…

Macon Bibb County employees and volunteers continue to work to contain two dangerous diseases. Community members have been dropping off cleaning supplies to help the infected area. Parvo, which is spread through feces, can be fatal for dogs. Parvo can't…

Milledgeville is the Antebellum Capital, the last Frontier Capital, the Civil War Capital and at one time the State Capital.  The building still stands today as a museum full of state history. We kick off “Middle Georgia Pride Milledgeville” with the…

Macon Police say they are temporarily closing the Macon Animal Shelter to avoid a mass euthanasia.  An outbreak of parvo and giardia is to blame.  Both are debilitating diseases for animals. Puppies currently at the animal shelter will be euthanized…

The future of SPLOST projects for Macon and Bibb County will soon be finalized. Today, the Bibb County Board of Commissioners agreed on a list of potential SPLOST projects to come for this November's ballot. They plan to meet with…

The Macon County Elementary School Bulldogs are barking up a storm! The school's new reading program called "BARK" stands for "Become a Reader in Kindergarten." On Friday, students and faculty invited parents to participate in a reading party. The kids…

In the mid-morning hours on Friday, an airplane touches town at Robins Air Force Base. The cargo is that of Army Specialist Mark Downer, a Warner Robins native who lost his life while fighting in Afghanistan. The funeral procession carries…

Ellie Loudermilk makes it her business to keep Perry's past an active part of the present "I love the people's enthusiasm for the history of Perry," says Loudermilk. She has the need to feed the people of Perry by satisfying…

Bibb County Superintendent Dr. Romain Dallemand is recommending Westside High School Principal Laura Perkins' contract with the school be terminated. An ongoing investigation reveals Perkins misused school funds. Dallemand says because of "incompetency, willful neglect of duties, and other good…

U.S. Airmen from Robins Air Force Base are marching through Middle Georgia, in memory of those who died almost ten years ago on 9/11.Tuesday, The 78th Security Forces Squadron began their 146 mile leg of a march that began on…

When you think of Perry, what first comes to mind? For most, it's memories of cotton candy, maybe a ride on the agri-lift, or winning first prize in a cattle show. Either way, reflections of Perry more than likely include…

Bibb County Sheriff Deputies are on the hunt for two masked suspects. Late Wednesday night· 26 year old Priteshkumar Patel was robbed at the North Wood Apartments after one of the suspects pulled out a gun and demanded money. The…

A soldier from Warner Robins, killed in combat will be honored Friday as his body returns home. 23-year old Army Specialist Mark Downer was killed last Friday, when his unit was attacked by a rocket propelled grenade in Afghanistan. Downer…

If Ed Gadrix had his way, allowing horse tracks and betting throughout Georgia would be the number one way to turn around our slumping economy. "I think people realize that we have to do something about unemployment and budget shortfalls...this…

Perry Mayor Jimmy Faircloth joined us live in the studio Wednesday to talk about his city and why he's proud to call it home.

Despite initial concerns of safety after the recent murder of Mercer Law graduate Lauren Giddings, the Mercer Police Department says protecting students remains a number one priority as they enter the fall semester. "We know that the students that come…

A college in Middle Georgia received national recognition. The Princeton Review named Georgia College one of the "Best in the Southeast." The colleges and universities on the list are chosen primarily for their excellent academic programs. This is GCSU's 5th consecutive…

Wednesday Houston County students took a stand against bullies. Kids at Russell Elementary cheered as they took part in an anti-bullying rally. The celebration comes after students spent two weeks learning about the negative effects of bullying, both at school…

The telecommunications company, Com South has been around for a hundred years. They're known for helping people stay connected. Most middle Georgians know them for their motto: "Neighbors Serving Neighbors." "In a digital age today people can't really live without…

It's less than one week before election night, and the political mud-slinging is in full throttle. Senate District 26 candidates, David Lucas and Miriam Paris, both received letters of approval from the Georgia Association of Educators. The letters were sent…

Tuesday night, Police arrested 44 year-old Alfred Degroat after they say he cut 2 people on the arm. It happened at the College Park Apartments in Macon around 9:30 pm. According to a news release, Degroat was involved in an…

The possible tax increase for BibbCounty hits close to home, raising property taxes by 20 percent. After increasing the millage rate by two mills, the Bibb County Board of Commissioners hosted a public hearing to find out how residents feel…