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James Gunn's 'Superman' is filming in Macon. Here's what we know about the movie
MACON, Ga. — The Man of Steel could soon be making his way to Macon! Here's what we know about filming and the project so far. In April, casting directors were looking for extras for filming in Macon. At the time the film's working title was "Genesis." Last year...
Macon native officer seeks to redefine policing as Macon-Bibb's top cop
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- One Macon native is living his lifelong dream working as a police officer and serving the community; now he wants to take it one step further and wants to be Macon-Bibb's top cop. Deandre Hall is currently serving as the Supervisor of the Criminal Investigations Division...
Macon Metal Fest coming to the Macon Arts Center
MACON, Ga. — If you are a fan of heavy metal music, you can get in the mosh pit with other fans at the Macon Metal Fest. The first Macon Metal Fest was in December. Organizers say over 200 people attended and they are hoping for more at their second event on Saturday.
New jail in the works for Bibb, Commission approves several land purchases for potential facility
MACON, Ga. — A new jail is in the works for Macon-Bibb County. The Bibb Commission approved several land purchases on Tuesday, including several on lower Poplar Street. Mayor Lester Miller says that area, south of downtown, is likely their proposed jail site. Miller and Sheriff David Davis agree...
'There just wasn't an opportunity for them': Monroe County hits a home run with all-abilities baseball league
MONROE COUNTY, Ga. — Monroe County is one of recipients of the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia and Georgia Trend magazine's 2024 Georgia County Excellence Award last month. The award highlights the county's new all-abilities baseball league, Monroe Champions. Former recreational director Keith Edge said the idea started...
Piedmont Macon hosts Stroke Stroll
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon hosted Stroke Stroll a celebration of stroke survivors. The survivors took a stroll around the cafeteria area as staff and family cheered and danced while music played to celebrate. The monthly “Strive from Stroke” support group meeting followed right after. Piedmont...
Looking for Memorial Day activities? Here's where you can go around central Georgia
MACON, Ga. — Memorial Day is almost here!. The day of remembrance is on May 27, and lots of families will be looking for ways to spend time together that Monday. Here's a few places around central Georgia that are hosting folks for the holiday. 1) Memorial Day Murph.
Macon State Prison inmate dies after fight, Georgia Department of Corrections confirms
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- It is now confirmed that an inmate is dead, following a fight that took place at Macon State Prison on Friday. According to the Georgia Department of Corrections, Macon State Prison inmate Devontae Young has died from injuries related to the fight. Young had been serving...
Country music legend, Crystal Gayle, to headline United Way concert in Macon this June
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- Grammy-winning country artist Crystal Gayle will headline a night of music and philanthropy in Macon this summer. United Way of Central Georgia is hosting the concert to benefit at-risk families within the Middle Georgia community. The event is scheduled for June 21., at the Macon City Auditorium.
Warner Robins on 3rd phase of new downtown
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. (WPGA) - The city of Warner Robins is continuing its efforts for a completely new downtown. Commercial Circle off of Watson Boulevard is being transformed, slowly. Warner Robins demolished its third building in the area that’s part of Operation Reawaken to rebuild the downtown. “I’m happy...
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