WPGA News

06/08/2026

Liberty trees once served as gathering places for patriots during the Revolutionary era. The tree dedicated in Houston County is part of efforts across the country to ring in America’s 250th birthday.

With exactly one month until America’s 250th birthday, Houston County held a special dedication ceremony this week to commemorate the occasion.

06/04/2026

“This one’s extra special for our country’s 250th birthday. America 250. We really tried to make it even more special and have it on actual 4th of July this year,” Mayor LaRhonda Patrick said.

The city of Warner Robins will host its 43rd annual Independence Day celebration at McConnell-Talbert Stadium on July 4th.

06/04/2026

“Our biggest drivers of gun violence in Macon, Georgia is gangs and drugs. So if we can impact the cause, we can have a residual impact on the violence that derives from it,” Maj. Jason Batchelor of Criminal Investigations said.

41 people have been arrested as part of a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office operation to tackle ongoing crimes, with some facing multiple charges.

06/02/2026

People living in Fort Valley may soon notice less traffic near downtown. The Highway 96 and U.S. 341 intersection project is now complete after years of planning, with the goal of easing long-standing traffic congestion.

The Fort Valley Highway 96 and 341 intersection project is now complete after years of planning, aiming to relieve long-time traffic congestion.

05/28/2026

“It’s a hard transition when you have your home and you have to sell everything and you need help,” said Executive Director Christa Bourne. “You want to make it just like it would be at home. That’s what we try to do here.”

Westhill Macon, an assisted living and memory care facility, marked its official reopening with a ribbon cutting and open house event Wednesday.

05/28/2026

The Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency is holding an emergency preparedness fair this weekend.

June kicks off hurricane season in Georgia, and while Macon is at the heart of the state, it’s no stranger to severe weather.

05/21/2026

“What I see is opportunity. I’m hopeful, I’m optimistic, and I’m optimistic because I believe in this community. I believe in Macon,” Amy Morton said.

Macon-Bibb County voters chose a new representative for Post 7 on the Bibb County School Board.

05/21/2026

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05/16/2026

A new law signed by Gov. Brian Kemp will allow medical cannabis patients in Georgia to use va**ng products and access treatment earlier in their diagnoses.

05/16/2026

“May is National Water Safety Month and the Red Cross really wants to remind people that drowning is preventable but it can happen very quickly and often times it’s silent,” said Suzanne Lawler, Central Georgia Chapter regional communications manager.

Drownings can happen in a matter of seconds and often without warning, which is why the American Red Cross is reminding families that drowning is preventable.