It's May the 5th, and people across the country are packing Mexican bars and restaurants to celebrate. But do they know what they are celebrating? "I have no idea what Cinco de Mayo is," Richard Bell admits. "I just know…
Several Groups across Middle Georgia have taken it upon themselves to collect supplies for families still suffering after devastating tornadoes ripped through Alabama. First Baptist Church of Christ Church in Macon plans on sending a dozen members to the Birmingham…
Three men are arrested for stealing the air conditioner from a Laurens County Church. 21 year old Matthew Wilcher, 20 year old John Smith, and 21 Joshua Parks, all from Dublin, are charged with theft by taking for stealing a air…
During a news conference on Wednesday, Macon Mayor Robert Reichert updated the residents of Belmont Avenue on the progress of blighted housing demolition. He says it's a continued effort to do away with abandoned structures, while cleaning up the city…
A Twiggs County employee resigns after he's accused of having pornography on his office computer. County Administrator, Glenn Barton, steps down, after a meeting was scheduled for next Tuesday to determine if he committed a policy violation by having porn…
Community Health Works and Middle Georgia farms are partnering with Bibb County Schools to kick start the Farm to School program. Today, students at Ingram-Pye Elementary got a lesson in healthy eating and strawberry picking with some help from Elliot…
On the steps of the historic state Capitol building in Milledgeville, Governor Nathan Deal signed two new bills Wednesday morning. Senate Bill 39 is designed to establish mental health courts in Georgia's court system. This means, a court can now refer a…
Students and staff at Alexander II Magnet School made their way around Tatnall Square Park this morning to walk for life. They sold pinwheels for $1 dollar to raise money for cancer research. The school's team, "Alexander II's Angels" raised…
The City of Montezuma is looking to get a makeover, and it will cost tax-payers absolutely nothing. Residents say the downtown area needs·work·in order to help boost tourism, because of this, the Downtown Development Authority has entered the city in…
The 3 year old Jones County boy who went missing this morning, has been found. Justin Lee Holmes was located safely with a grandparent around 12:45 this afternoon.
The 3 year old Jones County boy who went missing this morning, has been found. Justin Lee Holmes was located safely with a grandparent around 12:45 this afternoon.
A woman is dead after a car crash in Warner Robins. 43 year old Suzanne Roberts of Byron, was driving her SUV on Watson Boulevard near Highway 41 just after 10:30 last night, when she lost control of the vehicle.…
Macon won't be a smoke free city at least for now. Tuesday Macon City Council Voted to uphold the mayor's veto of a smoking ban ordinance. "I think it would've driven a lot of business to the county, especially with…
The Georgia NAACP was in Dodge County Tuesday evening to condemn the decision to let a Confederate battle flag fly at the courthouse. They argued that it is racist and should not be allowed on public property. The flag has…
Pastors at Swift Creek Missionary Baptist and Swift Creek United Methodist are picking up the pieces after 9 air conditioning units were destroyed between both churches.· "They came in, cut the lock on the gate and after that they tore…
The EF3 tornado that touched down in Lamar and Monroe counties, cleared a path of destruction nearly 30 miles long, and more than a half mile wide at some points. The destruction is clearly seen from high above ground, looking…
Today the Georgia Department of Labor launches RésuMAY. This is a month-long effort to help job seekers improve their chances for employment. The initiative will focus on résumé-writing tools and employment-related services found at Department of Labor offices. For more…
Warner Robins City Council members voted to pass an ordinance Monday that they hope will allow more animals to be adopted. In the past, any animal that was adopted from a shelter needed to be spayed or neutered before going…
At Monday night's Warner Robins City Council meeting, Mayor Chuck Shaheen announced four more police officers will be added to the department. The Mayor has been working with Police Chief Brett Evans, and both have come up with a way…
A former Air Force Sergeant from Warner Robins will spend the next 15 years behind bars for watching little girls engage in sex acts over a webcam. 49-year-old Charles Caley had already been court-martialed by the Air Force for related…
Bibb County Investigators are looking for the person who held up a Zaxby's employee, hit the victim in the faceand took off with store money. Saturday just before 10am, the restaurant employee made a business transaction at the Sun Trust…
Big time savings could be right around the corner for Macon. Monday night Macon City Council's Ordinances and Resolutions Committee voted to approve a new service delivery strategy. "A great step forward for the city and BibbCounty and also for…
The news spread like wildfire across the entire world of Osama bin Laden's death last night, and today, residents in Macon gave their thoughts on what this means for our country. Most people tuned in Sunday night when President Obama broke in…
State Representative David Lucas announced his bid for the open Senate seat when Senator Robert Brown officially steps down. Lucas says this position will allow him more freedom to make changes. "Well I think the numbers are a lot less.…
A former Air Force Sergeant from Warner Robins will spend the next 15 years behind bars, for watching little girls engage in sex acts over a webcam. 49 year old Charles Caley had already been court martialed by the Air…
According to Catoosa County Manager, Mike Helton, storm damage is estimated in the millions of dollars.· At this time, people in Catoosa are in need of cleaning supplies and canned foods. If you'd like to help, you can contact…
The death of Osama Bin Laden has prompted Robins Air Force Base to heighten its security. The base is in Force Protection Condition BRAVO, meaning there is an increase in security measures at the base. Each condition has specific actions…
A Crawford County child is recovering after an accidental shooting over the weekend. The Crawford County Sheriff's Office received a call around 3 o'clock Saturday afternoon, about a shooting on Running Deer Road. When deputies arrived, they discovered an 8…
Unlike much of the southeast BleckleyCounty was spared of severe storm damage. Heavy hearts and bowed heads filled the front lawn of the BleckleyCounty courthouse Friday night as thankful voices read the bible, with hope of better days for those…
The Baldwin County Sheriff's office are looking for men involved in a home invasion and robbery. According to the Baldwin Co. Sheriff's office, Thursday night around 9 p.m. two or three black males held two victims at gunpoint on 110…
Workers spent the day clearing roads, repairing wires, and rebuilding homes. "As far as the cleanup process to try and restore things to normal, somewhat normal, it's going to take weeks," says Monroe County EMA Director, Matthew Perry. Nearly 50…
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As final preparations in England are underway for the Royal Wedding, last minute details are coming together at the Britsh Pantry & Tea Room in Centerville for the celebration. British native and store owner, Jenette Francis, has seen the excitement…
A Middle Georgia student is named a National Beta Scholar for 2011. Houston County High School senior Vania Lee is awarded a $1,000 scholarship to be used at the school of her choice. Lee plans to attend the Massachusetts Institute of Technology…
Bibb County Sheriff's Investigators arrest a Macon man who they believe is linked to several entering auto thefts. Wednesday investigators arrested 24-year-old Matthew Frank Bryant for Criminal Attempt to Enter a Motor Vehicle. Investigators suspect Bryant is connected to a…
Vietnam veterans in Middle Georgia don't have to travel to the nation's capitol to remember those lost in the war. Today, "The Moving Wall" memorial moved into Kathleen, GA. For veterans, it was a day of remembrance. "I was 20…
Monroe County was hit hard by Thursday morning's storm, and volunteers from across the county have started helping in any way they can. Red Cross volunteers have set up shop at Fire Station #2 in Monroe County, making sandwiches, and…
Several Middle Georgians had their lives turned upside down in just a matter of minutes. Early Thursday morning tractor trailers were blown off the interstate, trees came crashing down, and homes were ripped apart. Steve Landers was knee high in…
State Senator Robert Brown announced he will join 4 other candidates running to become the Mayor of Macon. Brown says his extensive political career has prepared him to run the city. This announcement means he'll step down as minority leader…
Macon Mayor Robert Reichert is overriding a recently passed smoking ban for the city. The bill passed 9 to 6 in city council last Tuesday, and brought a lot of criticism from smokers, and non-smokers across the city. According to…
Monroe County EMA Director Matt Perry tells 41NBC News, at least 50 homes were impacted by the weather overnight, with damage ranging from missing shingles to destroyed homes. 41NBC's Melissa Lee was there early this morning. She first reported long…
Officials with Monroe County Emergency Management are reporting extensive damage off of I-75, near Exit 196. Three tractor trailers were blown off of I-75, and people were trapped in the vehicles. They also reported extensive damage to homes and trees…
7 Scholar athletes from around BibbCounty were recognized on Wednesday.· The students were awarded $1000 through the Al Lucas Memorial Scholarship fund. In order to receive the scholarship each student had to demonstrate community involvement, posses a high GPA, and…
According to the American Lung Association's annual report, dangerous levels of pollution have given Bibb county a failing grade when it comes to air quality. The report ranks the amount of smog and other pollutants in the air. Bibb is the…
Macon Police arrested 22-year-old Darren Farrow, after he allegedly shot the owner of El Carnival. According to Police, Farrow robbed the store located at 4009 Pio Nono Avenue around 5pm. Farrow got into an altercation with the owner, Jorge Villarreal,…
A Macon native is the top nominee at the 2011 CMT Music Awards with four nominations. Jason Aldean is up for CMT's top award, video of the year, along with male video of the year. The nominations were announced this…
The National Coalition to Protect Senior Care is in Macon, with a 10 foot long petition, asking Georgia's Congress to protect Medicare and Medicaid funding for nursing home care. Residents and workers at The Oakes at Peake put their names…
The Stock Market Game is a national program that gives players $100,000 in fake money to invest over a 10 week period. Three fifth graders from Centerville Elementary made a $32,000 profit and earned top honors in Houston County. "This…
The Environmental Protection Agencyhas been digging around Armstrong World Industries in Bibb County, trying to figure out how to contain dangerous toxins. The textile plant was placed on the Superfund list back in October of 2010, because high levels of…
There's a zero tolerance policy when it comes to weapons on Houston County school grounds. A mother of a middle school student thought she was doing the right thing for reporting an incident, but had no idea it would mean…