Fireworks over Forsyth set for this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Forsyth Main Street is hosting Fireworks over Forsyth on July 6. There will be food trucks, live music and a firework show. TaKeimia "Kemie" Childs says…
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Independence Day celebrations across Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Fourth of July is almost here and folks around Middle Georgia are preparing for upcoming celebrations. 41NBC has a list of local 4th of July events happening around Middle Georgia. Macon: Sparks Over the Park…
Propulsion engineer from Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex charged with obstructing probe of deadly 2017 US military plane crash
OXFORD, Miss. (AP) — A former engineer at a U.S. military air logistics center has been charged with making false statements and obstructing justice during the criminal investigation into a 2017 military plane crash in Mississippi that killed all 16…
Sister Theresa departing from Daybreak DePaul this fall for new position
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A bittersweet announcement from Daybreak DePaul U.S.A. in Macon. Sister Theresa Sullivan who's been in Macon assisting the community, is now moving on to…
Dublin implements new gunshot detection system to combat crime
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The city of Dublin has implemented the "Raven Gunshot Detection System" in a move to enhance public safety and combat criminal activity, and…
Local leaders provide firework safety tips for the Fourth of July
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department hosted its annual firework safety demonstration on Wednesday, providing tips to keep residents safe for the…
Man arrested following drug investigation in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins man has been charged with the distribution of cocaine among other charges after a search warrant was issued on Monday,…
Isolated storms expected for the Fourth of July
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Isolated storms could impact some Middle Georgians on Independence Day. This Evening A number of small storms have spread around Middle Georgia for the…
Increased safety measures for boaters at Lake Tobesofkee this 4th of July Weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Those heading to Lake Tobesofkee this holiday weekend are reminded to stay safe. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources…
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center opens new Outpatient and Women’s Health Clinic in Dublin
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center has opened a new Outpatient and Women’s Health Clinic building on the east side of its campus. The $16 million facility aims to enhance veterans' health care services with improved…
UPDATE: Missing Laurens County man found safe
UPDATE: Laurens County deputies say Lumley has been located and is safe. ORIGINAL STORY: EAST DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Douglas “Doug” Lumley, a 52-year-old man who was last seen in East Dublin…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office urges caution ahead of 4th of July celebrations
BIBB COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies say celebratory gunfire is dangerous and against the law. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, shooting firearms…
Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce and Cochran DDA promoting local businesses through new initiative
BLECKLEY COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce and Cochran DDA is promoting patrons to support local businesses through Bleckley Bullseye. Ken Land, Director of…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office Outreach Section provides programs for youth
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As summer rolls on in Middle Georgia, the focus is on ensuring the safety of our youth and steering them away from…
Rain odds elevate Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Scattered storms are likely around Middle Georgia Wednesday afternoon. This Evening It's been a cooler day around the region courtesy of added cloud cover. Despite this, rain odds…
Inmate dead at Washington State Prison, investigation underway
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An inmate was found dead at the Washington State Prison, according to the Georgia Department of Corrections. Torrey Forrester was found dead on…
15-year-old shot at birthday party in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A teen is injured after being shot at a birthday party in Warner Robins on Monday, according to a press release from the…
Macon-Bibb County Fire Department urges people to use caution on Fourth of July
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fourth of July celebrations are underway across Middle Georgia and the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department is urging people to…
Some Macon-Bibb voters' addresses challenged
MACON, Georgia (41NBC WMGT) - A new state law that went into effect on Monday is taking a deeper look at voters' addresses. This is to make sure voters live where they say they do to make sure there's no…
Tire safety even more important as record Fourth of July travel expected
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — June 24-July 3 marks National Tire Safety Week, and according to AAA, a record number of Americans are expected to…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores June 24-28
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here's this week's Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, June 24…
Not as hot today!
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good Morning to you all! Today will be hot, but not as hot as we have been which is good. So get out and enjoy the weather for…
Bibb deputies make arrest in connection with February shooting at dollar store
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says a suspect is in custody in connection with a shooting at a dollar store…
NewTown Macon creates Hype Hounds Approved program to boost downtown business
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A program will allow dog influencers and their owners to promote local businesses to new audiences. As part of the program,…
Non-profit steps in to feed Macon children as Summer Meals Program ends
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County School District's Summer Meals Program has ended, but a local non-profit is stepping in to make sure Macon's children don't go hungry the…
A bit cooler Tuesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia will see a bit of a cool down Tuesday thanks to added cloud cover. This Evening Partly cloudy skies and isolated storms are likely around the…
Georgia law enforcement ready to crack down on drivers illegally passing school bus
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - -- Starting Monday July 1st, Middle Georgia law enforcement is cracking down on drivers who illegally pass school buses.…
Macon Regional Crimestoppers searching for wanted suspects
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 media organizations,…
Heat Advisory for today
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good Morning to you all! A heat advisory is in place for this afternoon! That means that heat indices will range for 100 to 108. We also have the chance…
UPDATE: Deputies say Garland Warren found; authorities investigate discovery in Butts County
UPDATE: In a separate Facebook post, Laurens County…
Macon-Bibb County offers cooling centers amid rising temperatures
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With temperatures set to climb in the days and weeks ahead, Macon-Bibb county and local organizations are teaming up to offer…
Cochran man sentenced to 13 years in federal prison for Savannah bank robbery
SAVANNAH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Cochran man has been sentenced to more than 13 years in federal prison for robbing a Wells Fargo…
Katt Williams' 'Heaven on Earth Tour' coming to Macon Coliseum in February 2025
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Comedian Katt Williams is set to bring his new "Heaven on Earth Tour" to the Macon Coliseum on February 7, 2025, following the success of his Netflix comedy special, "WOKE FOKE," according to a news release…
Black Women's Round Table aims to educate on voting, candidates
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Coalition for the People's Agenda is holding a three day conference to remind black women the importance of voting. Organizers…
Two suspects arrested in Monroe County burglary; stolen property recovered
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a burglary that happened on Wednesday at a home off Lakeshore Drive. According to…
Monroe County Sheriff's Office arrests Forsyth man after burglary investigation
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on Thursday following a burglary investigation at the county's old water treatment facility. According…
Macon-Bibb County dedicates street to the late Pastor Charles Jones
MACON, Georgia (41NBC WMGT ) - Macon-Bibb County is remembering the life and legacy of former Macon City Councilor Pastor Charles Jones, who served on city…
Humid and hot this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Good Morning to you all! This morning there is a few showers on radar this much need rain as well. The shower and thunderstorm activity will continue through the…
'Summer Safety Plan' underway in Warner Robins to combat crime
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With the summer in full swing, officials in Warner Robins are implementing strategic measures to keep the crime rate down. Wayne…
Georgia's Trail of Legacy and Lore includes several Middle Georgia stops
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Each stop on Georgia’s Trail of Legacy and Lore represents another story worthy of being told. The attractions along the trail,…
Family owned bakery uniting community members over baked goods
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Little Sweeties Cakery is a family-owned business that is offering events geared towards families and community. Pamela Johnson began baking nearly three decades…
More scattered storms likely Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Scattered afternoon storms are becoming the norm to finish the week and head into the weekend. This Evening Middle Georgia saw a wave of storms and showers…
Movie filmed in Macon hits theaters nationwide July 4
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A movie is being previewed in Macon at The Douglass Theatre in downtown Macon before its nationwide debut. It's called, "Sound of Hope:…
Animal shelters and welfare organizations team up to slow down rate of euthanasia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Data from Best Friends Animal Society shows that the U.S. is close to the organization’s goal of saving 90%…
Macon Transit Authority changing route names to make more identifiable
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority is renaming the bus routes to be more readily identifiable. The new bus route names will take place July 1. The revised routes are as followed: ROUTE 1: Vineville will be VINEVILLE…
Macon-Bibb Firefighters battle late night fire at warehouse
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Firefighters with the Macon-Bibb Fire Department were called to an old warehouse on fire in downtown Macon on Wednesday night. When firefighters arrived at the old Martin's Tack & Feed located at the corner of Sixth…
Massive fire destroys Warner Robins home
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A massive fire tore through a house Wednesday in Warner Robins, leaving destruction behind. The fire, which started on Baker Road just before 5 p.m.,…
Macon-Bibb Deputy Fire Chief speaks on water safety after Ocmulgee River drownings
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department is making the community aware about the dangers while swimming in a river or lake after four…
Gang Task Force Center opening in Downtown Macon
UPDATE (6/27/24): Attorney General Chris Carr, joined by Senate President Pro Tempore John F. Kennedy and Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) Director Chris Hosey, announced the addition of…
Cooler temperatures but escalating rain chances on the way
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Humidity will rise tonight with increased rain chances taking over for the back half of the week. This Evening Scattered clouds from the…