Shooting leaves man dead in south Macon
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – A 42 year old man is dead after he was shot in Macon early Friday morning. UPDATE: The deceased has been identified as Marquiz Hoges. Bibb deputies say the shooting happened outside a home in the 3400 block of Houston Avenue. A report of a person shot was called in to…
Wellness Wednesday: Health expert shares tips to reduce sodium intake
March is National Nutrition Month, and health experts are encouraging people to take a closer look at their sodium intake. KBTV’s Dr. Karlisha Booze spoke with Nicole Battles, Clinical Nutrition Manager at Piedmont Macon, about simple, practical ways to cut sodium out of your diet and make heart-healthy food choices. Battles explains how small changes…
Recipient Credits “A Better Day Than Yesterday Initiative” for Life-Changing Support
A participant in the A Better Day Than Yesterday Housing Initiative shares how the nonprofit helped transform her life after incarceration. Speaking with KBTV’s Dr. Karlisha Booze, she explains how access to support, resources, and transitional housing renewed her hope and helped her move forward with confidence. Watch the full interview to hear her inspiring…
Wellness Wednesday: Piedmont Macon hosts healthy heart screening event during American Heart Month
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – Middle Georgia residents have an opportunity to get a chance to participate in an event that can help them maintain a healthy heart. During the month of February, medical experts spread awareness of cardiovascular health; which is one of the leading cause of death. Piedmont Macon is hosting a health screening…
Virginia based nonprofit organization expands to Macon, Georgia
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – A Virginia based non-profit is looking to bring big changes to middle Georgia. Founder and Executive Director, Leteisha Gordon, says “A Better Day Than Yesterday,” is a mission-driven organization dedicated to educating, empowering, and equipping individuals and families impacted by incarceration, substance use, and systemic barriers. One of the newest initiatives…
FVSU President Paul A. Jones Announces Retirement After Decade of Leadership
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (KBTV) — Fort Valley State University President Dr. Paul A. Jones announced he will retire at the end of June 2026, wrapping up 10 years as the school’s 10th president and more than 24 years of service in the University System of Georgia. Jones made the announcement following FVSU’s 130th anniversary celebration,…
3 shot in early morning apartment complex shooting in Macon
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – Three people were injured in a shooting early Friday morning at an apartment complex in Macon, and Bibb deputies are now working to figure out exactly what happened. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, a 42-year-old woman, a 25-year-old woman, and an 18-year-old man were all shot at Autumn Trace…
Woman dies after shooting in west Macon
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – A woman is dead after she was shot at a convenience store in west Macon Thursday morning. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to Neighborhood Grocery at 3102 Napier Avenue around 10:13 a.m. after a report of a person shot. When deputies arrived, they found a 33-year-old…
Wellness Wednesday: Piedmont Macon health experts shares how to stay safe during flu season
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports the 2025-2026 flu season has seen a widespread of activity and urges everyone 6 months or older to get vaccinated. According to the CDC, there is an estimate of at least 7,500,000 illnesses, 81,000 hospitalizations, and 3,100 deaths from flu so far.…
Middle Georgia Schools Team Up for Regional Education Job Fair with On-the-Spot Interviews
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – Looking for a job in education? Middle Georgia schools are coming together under one roof to hire — and they’re ready to interview on the spot. The Middle Georgia Regional Educational Service Agency (RESA) is hosting a regional job fair on January 10, 2026, bringing multiple school districts together to fill…
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