Today, the Jones County Board of Commissioners held a meeting to approve district changes and maps. The 2010 Census showed an increase in the county's population, creating an imbalance in the representation by each district. Both the Board of Commissioners…
The man accused of murdering Mercer Law graduate Lauren Giddings, now faces seven counts of sexual exploitation of a child. 25-year-old Stephen McDaniel is already in the Bibb County Jail on that Felony Murder charge, and for two burglary charges.…
Macon Police arrested a Conyers man, after finding $5,000 worth of suspected drugs in his possession. An officer, with the help of his K-9, arrested Robert D. Hinton last Wednesday on I-16. The officer pulled him over for failing to…
Downtown Fort Valley is making a comeback, and Aarons is the driving force. "It's the best deal, no one can beat our prices, because we really want to get our customers in the store," says General Manager, Barry Simmons. That's…
In a news conference this morning, Secretary of State Brian Kemp rules in Bibb County's favor in long standing border war between Monroe County. Millions of dollars in tax revenue were at stake in this long standing dispute. According to…
Two men are in jail for breaking into a car and then running away. That's according to a news release from the Macon Police. The incident happened Sunday at the CVS pharmacy on Gray Hwy around 8:40 pm. Macon police…
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Tonight, Macon City Council President, James Timley, had his work cut out for him as many disgruntled council members discussed the county's changes to the list of SPLOST projects. Earlier today, the county nixed the $27 million plan to renovate…
Macon-Bibb NAACP president David Booker says the proposed list of penny tax projects doesn't fairly represent low income residents, African Americans or senior citizens. Booker believes projects like the completion of the Tubman Museum would help economic growth, and shouldn't be…
The Forsyth-Monroe County Narcotics Task Force arrested five people in connection to a meth lab. Task Force members discovered an active meth lab on 188 Ruby Road in High Falls, along with methamphetamine on August 8. Those involved include: 37-year-old Emory…
During his sophomore year at Fort Valley State University, Dr. Larry Rivers claimed that he would come back to be the president of his alma mater. "I am so happy about being the 8th president of Fort Valley State University."…
Today Robins Air force Base joins the list of ways to help Middle Georgia bounce back from a tough economy. President and CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, Chris Clark, spent the in Macon for a "Power Luncheon." Clark…
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…
Governor Nathan Deal announced the winner of the Georgia License Plate Design Contest on Monday. There was some confusion in July regarding the "In God We Trust" sticker, but after a re-do the final votes are in for the official…
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…
Cochran Mayor Cliff Avant says an investigation is underway for one of the city's police officers. He tells 41NBC allegations stem from Officer Josh Kester's behavior at a local Huddle House restaurant. The Huddle House manager declined to comment, and…
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…