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After re-election, Macon mayor reflects on county growth while projecting more to come
MACON, Ga. — After winning Tuesday's election, Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller reflected on growth across Bibb County during his first term. Now, he's projecting more in his next four years holding the gavel at the Macon-Bibb County Government Center. "Our community hasn't grown like I thought it should've over...
Lane Southern Orchards invites families to experience peach season
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Peach season is officially underway and Lane Southern Orchards is welcoming visitors to experience a behind the scenes experience. Tyler Wainwright, Farm Manager at Lane Southern Orchards, says while they do not offer a u-pick option, they do offer an inside look in the packing house. Visitors can get a bird’s eye view of the packing before the peaches are shipped out.
Memorial Day ceremonies to honor service members around central Georgia
MACON, Ga. — 1) Memorial Day Observance in Monroe County. Monroe's annual Memorial day service will take place on the Monroe County Courthouse lawn in Forsyth Monday, May 27th at 11 a.m. The ceremony will honor those that gave their lives in service. 2) Dublin VA Medical Center Memorial...
Meet the candidates in the runoff election for Monroe County Commission Chairman
MONROE COUNTY, Ga. — The Tuesday primary didn’t decide who will be the next Monroe County Commission Chairman. Greg Tapley and Alan Gibbs will campaign for four more weeks. It was a close call from the primary election. Tapley received 45% of the votes and Gibbs had 42.5%.
Macon citizens tackle illegal dumping with volunteer clean-up efforts
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- Illegal dumping sites have been popping up around Macon-Bibb county for the last few years. Now, concerned citizens say they have stepped up to the plate. The dumping sites include mountains of trash, clothes, furniture, and even dead animals. Garrett Thomson and Aaron Alexander along with...
Rockdale County's Reggie Tuggle picked for Georgia Dugout Club Senior All-State Games
Rockdale County’s Reggie Tuggle was named to the Northeast Roster for the Georgia Dugout Club Senior All-State Games, which will be played June 1 at Mercer University’s Claude Smith Field. Tuggle, an infielder and pitcher, has signed with the Savannah State baseball program. He hit .420 with 17...
How Linwood Cemetery honors veterans on Memorial Day- and every other day too
MACON, Ga. — On Memorial Day, people in Macon gathered at Linwood Cemetery to remember veterans who bravely lost their lives. The cemetery has over 14 acres of land and about 4,000 people are buried there. The ceremony began with a prayer, a presentation of colors, and a crowd...
Deputies: Man grazed by bullet in shooting at Macon park
MACON, Ga. -- A man was treated after being grazed by a bullet at a Southwest Macon park. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the shooting happened around 6:09 p.m. at Bloomfield Park. A man was grazed and was taken to a hospital for treatment. He's since been released.
Macon to celebrate ‘Car-Free Day’ Friday with free MTA bus rides, local discounts
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon is gearing up for a car-free day this Friday, May 24, encouraging residents to embrace alternative modes of transportation such as biking, walking or public transit. The event, a partnership between Bike Walk Macon and the Macon-Bibb Transit Authority (MTA), aims to promote more...
Mayor Lester Miller gives thanks to Macon-Bibb after winning re-election
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mayor Lester Miller will serve Macon-Bibb for another term after winning re-election against challenger Shekita Maxwell. 41NBC’s Monica Diaz-Meek spoke with Mayor Lester Miller about the election results. MONICA- We have Lester Miller here. First off, I want to say congratulations. It’s wonderful having...
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