We're taking a little bit of a different approach in a new series at 41 NBC News. As a news gatherer for the Middle Georgia community, I wanted to find different type of story; a story about people who do…
Tonight, the Bibb County School District names their "Teacher of the Year." Thiago Aleixo is proud and humble member of the Elam Alexander family. He says he still can't believe he was named the best in Bibb County. "Just to…
Macon Police are trying to determine how an elderly man died after his badly decomposed body was found Monday afternoon. A friend found the 66-year-old man dead at his home on College Drive Lane. He was fully clothed in his…
A man is arrested in Florida and charged with several bank robberies, including one in Middle Georgia. 49-year-old Michael Joseph Forsythe is charged with robbing the CB&T Bank on Main Street in Perry on August 30. He was caught in…
Macon City Council members are criticizing the Police department for the way they're spending confiscated money. Monday night, Macon Police Chief Mike Burns briefed the appropriations committee on the departments' use of the funds over the last year. Committee members…
Macon police arrest a man after responding to a personal armed robbery. Saturday, MPD's precinct 4 officers responded to a call at Sparks Bar, just off of Mercer University Drive. The victim told officers he had been robbed by a…
A convenience store in Macon was robbed over the weekend. According to a news release, the suspect entered Dani's food on Anthony Road, jumped the counter, and demanded money. The suspect was seen heading south toward Mason Street with a black semi-automatic…
The Bibb County Sheriff's office is investigating the death of one of its inmates. 33 year old Kenyon Marquis Hopkins was in his cell, when another inmate notified deputies that it sounded like Hopkins was having trouble breathing. By the…
Veterans Day is a time to honor heroes who have fought for our country and also remember the ones serving today. A group of colleagues at Mercer University is making sure their co-worker fighting overseas knows they're thinking of him every…
Congressman Austin Scott was in Middle Georgia today to take part in Veterans' Day festivities. It was a day of celebration and remembrance. Congressman Austin Scott, Warner Robins Mayor Chuck Shaheen, and several veterans gathered at city hall for a…
Dozens of Veterans and active duty military personnel celebrated Veterans Day at the Macon Memorial Park. Korean War Vet and prisoner of War, William Freeman, gave a special Veterans day address. Freeman says he has been honored to have served…
Monroe County honored their hometown heroes today by dedicating a memorial to the veterans who served from their community. A marble monument with the names of those who served in all areas of the military now stands in the center…
Today, the Mercer Bears officially broke ground on their new sports complex that will welcome them back to the football field in August 2013. Hundreds of supporters gathered in honor of the Bears. The new sports complex will be a…
It's something soldiers in all other American wars could only dream of--reading stories to their children from thousands of miles away. In Iraq, however, that dream is now a reality for Major Jeffrey May. "It makes me feel like he's…
According to some Macon residents, Second Street could use some sprucing up. Shameika Boatman and her mother Julia both have had it with the row of run-down houses, 3-foot tall weeds, and piles of garbage. "Once upon a time we…
Two men are dead after a deputy involved shooting in West Macon. It happened around 10:45 Thursday evening. According to Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones, one man broke into a home at 4742 Brookhaven Road near Eisenhower Parkway, and shot…
Tonight, members of the Macon residents and local leaders are beginning to understand that stopping youth violence starts with gaining each other's trust. At a Unity-N-Community open forum, many different voices were heard. Young men and women expressed their concerns…
Shopping this holiday season without credit cards might be tough, but some retail stores are bringing back the layaway plan to make it a lot easier to get the things you want. Best Buy, Marshalls, and Sears are just a…
Today, Warner Robins City Councilman John Williams makes another appearance in Federal Court. He made a plea to Judge Charles Weigle for a court appointed attorney. Williams says losing the election on Tuesday will cost him thousands of dollars in…
Houston County leaders are asking voters to continue paying a penny tax for another six years. Houston County Commission Chairman Tommy Stalnaker announced the plan for the next county wide SPLOST if it passes in March 2012. "There is no…
Bibb County is about to bring in millions of dollars after an overwhelming amount of community support backed the SPLOST. Now, with the guaranteed funds dozens of projects throughout the county can be completed. Department heads have already started meeting…
The chairman of Bibb County's Democratic Party is stepping aside. Daryl Morton made that announcement today. In a statement announcing his resignation, he encouraged Democrats to work together to move Macon forward. He issued this statement to 41NBC News: Since…
The president of the Macon Chamber of Commerce announced today he's resigning to take a similar position in Huntsville, Alabama. Chip Cherry has served in that position for ten and a half years. He said in an email to members,…
For all veterans interested in finding employment, there's a job fair going on today. Head to American Legion Post 594 located at 1523 Moody Road in Warner Robins. The career fair starts at 10am and ends at 2pm. It's open…
Many local leaders of Macon and Bibb County have pushed the importance of the penny tax for months and Tuesday night it paid off. Even SPLOST supporters were surprised by a whopping 73% in favor of the tax and just…
A local business owner and a team of volunteers are helping revitalize one of Middle Georgia's favorite museums. The landscaping at the museum is being redesigned. Old plants are being up-rooted and new plants are being put in. Janel Bailey, president…
Budget cuts could affect those who get help from the government this winter. The energy assistance program provided help for 5 thousand households last year. Jimmy samuel, Executive Director for the macon-bibb economic opportunity council, says several programs that help…
If you think middle Georgia is beautiful from the ground, consider a view from above. Milledgeville Aviation now provides discovery flight tours for those interested in learning how to fly or sight seers looking for beauty from the sky. "There's…
A Monroe County man has been arrested for shooting his wife in the face. A news release from the Monroe County Sheriff's Office says the incident happened around 7:45pm Monday on Blount Road. Deputies say 44-year-old Troy Ferrari shot his…
Supporters of the Bibb County SPLOST are saying a survey done by a Mercer University professor proves that more than half of the money accrued from the penny tax will come from non-residents. According to a recent study conducted by…
An illegal immigrant is in jail for selling alcohol without a license in Macon. Police arrested Jograj Singh Thursday on Pio Nono Avenue. He showed officers a South Texas ID that appeared to be fraudulent. A call to immigration enforcement…
Several law enforcement agencies are investigating an arson in Baldwin County. The fire happened Sunday at the Old Capital Mobile Home Park on Highway 49. No one was home when the fire started. A $10,000 reward is being offered forinformation…
A woman was shot while walking down the street in Macon and now police are looking for the shooter. Macon Police found the 36 year old lying in the road on Paul Street Sunday. The victim said she was just…
Macon Police are on the lookout for a man who attacked and robbed a Pizza hut store manager. Just before ten this morning, police were called to the pizza hut on 66 Riverside Drive. The store manger was returning to…
The men of 41NBC have many talents and we're showing you another one of their skills. I took a camera behind the scenes of the guys' photo shoot for the Intown Macon calendar. Trust me, it's hard for them to…
President Obama named November National Family Caregivers Month. The Deputy Director of the Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency Mark Wynn joined us on the 41NBC news to remind you that now is the time to turn to GEMA's Ready Georgia program…
Stephen Wilkerson, 54, died this weekend in Macon, GA. He was found by police Saturday night, November 5th in his apartment. The coroner stated Steve died of a heart attack. Derek Brown, 41 NBC General Manager, said in a statement:…
Animal lovers in Bibb County are urging voters to support the SPLOST. Monday morning several SPLOST supporters waved signs in front of the Kroger on Zebulon Road with their four-legged friends in hopes of encouraging residents to vote in favor…
Hunters found a human body in an open field while they were out hunting, Sunday evening. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident. The body was found near the interstate, off of Rocky Creek Road. Investigators are comparing…
Local leaders say protecting Robins Air Force Base is their top priority. At a news conference on Friday, Macon Mayor Robert Reichert and Bibb County Chairman Sam Hart were surrounded by SPLOST supporters; this comes after an announcement yesterday involving…
A couple of Houston County schools got a special surprise this morning. First lady Sandra Deal was in town to present the National Blue Ribbon Award. Shirley Hills Elementary School was Deal's first stop, there she presented the ' Blue…
41 NBC News reached out to Rep. Austin Scott Thursday after Major General Robert McMahon announced that the Air Force is cutting more than 500 jobs at Robins Air Force Base as part of nationwide restructuring of the Air Force…
Macon Police arrest a man carrying away stolen equipment from a local business. They say 48-year old Jonathan Lamar Jackson, Senior had loaded up copper air conditioning coils, cell phones, and other stolen items from American Mechanical at 1178 Hightower…
Two Bibb County deputies are suspended after emailing inappropriate photos. According to Chief Deputy David Davis, Lt. Brooks Peterson and Lt. Glenn Brickle are suspended for five days after sending nude photos to their co-workers. Supervisors, Captain Mike Smallwood and…
Tonight, Middle Georgians are responding to the news of those job cuts at Robins Air Force Base. This community is just now coming face to face with the nation's economic woes. "We're behind the curve as far as other parts…
Reducing the national debt hits home Thursday, as more than 500 jobs are being cut at Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins. For the most part the cuts include office jobs that make sure the operation runs smoothly. 600…
Two Mercer students are facing felony charges after they were seen kicking a bear statue down College Street early Saturday morning. 22 year old Jordan McMahan and 21 year-old Chris Santiago were apparently drunk when a Mercer Police Officer saw…
Macon Police arrested 21 year old Deonte Marquis Kitchen in connection with Macon's latest homicide. 32 year old Aleino Culver was found in his 1992 car dead from a gunshot wound to the chest. According to Macon Police, this is…
Students in Bibb County may spend more time in the classroom. According to spokesperson for the district Chris Floore, Superintendent Dr. Romain Dallemand is considering year-round school. Floore says, a decision on whether to implement the change will be announced…
Leaders at Robins Air Force Base are working to cut 516 civilian positions. In a news conference Thursday morning, Major General Robert McMahon announced how a nationwide Air Force restructuring plan would impact Robins AFB. McMahon says the military predicts…