MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold front is expected to stall out over the northern half of Georgia this weekend and bring some rain to much of the state. This Evening A partly sunny afternoon and hot afternoon will lead into a warm and muggy night that will see cloud cover increase leading up to Sunday morning. Many…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new aviation-themed art installation is turning heads in Warner Robins, honoring the city’s deep ties to aviation while showcasing the talents of local high school and technical college students. The City of Warner Robins unveiled the piece, called “Wings,” at Commercial Circle. The sculpture celebrates Warner Robins’ aviation heritage, commitment to workforce development, and…
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MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will surge into the 90s across Middle Georgia to finish the work week. This Evening Mostly sunny skies have been seen across the region this afternoon and things should stay relatively clear heading into tonight. A few clouds will be possible during the overnight hours, however no rain is anticipated. Lows will largely be just…
(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The line was wrapped around Brad Henderson Memorial Stadium, the reason, cabbages. 40,000 pounds worth of cabbages came in on a truck this afternoon donated by farmers out of Moultrie, Georgia. Various volunteers and even the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department help pass out the heavy boxes of cabbages and if cabbage wasn’t enough…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office hosted its 2025 C.H.A.M.P.S. Graduation this week, recognizing students who completed the youth-focused safety and life skills program. C.H.A.M.P.S. stands for Choosing Healthy Activities and Methods Promoting Safety. In the program, children learned about alcohol and drug abuse, bullying, internet safety, leadership and many other important life lessons. Sheriff David Davis…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon Medical Center hosted its Stroke Stroll Thursday to celebrate stroke survivors from across Middle Georgia. With 80 percent of strokes being preventable, Piedmont Macon says it wants to remind the community that prevention and quick action save lives. Piedmont Macon’s Medical Stroke Program Manager Monica Cook says early detection is key. “Every forty seconds…
Twiggs County parents’ emotional relief as daughter found alive in California mountains.FRESNO, California (CNN/KSFN/AP) — After more than two weeks of anxious waiting, the Slaton family in Twiggs County, Georgia was overjoyed to hear that their daughter, Tiffany Slaton, had been found alive in the Sierra Mountains near Lake Edison on Wednesday. The 27-year-old hiker had been missing since April…
Brandon Harris, William A. Fickling III, Natasha Christian, & Asha Ellen (Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – America the Beautiful, performed by Makeda Nichelle accompanied by Jeremy Johnson, rang throughout the room as Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful celebrated with the community as they held their Annual Awards Recognition Brunch at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame on Thursday. Many from…
Alligator spotted on Vinson Highway near Fall Line Freeway (Photo: Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office)MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Baldwin County deputies responded Thursday morning to a report of an alligator in the roadway on Vinson Highway near the Fall Line Freeway, according to a Facebook post from the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies secured the scene and maintained a safe perimeter…
(LILAMAX)- Netflix has announced major growth in its ad-supported subscription tier, reporting 94 million monthly active users — an increase of more than 20 million since its last update in November. The $7.99 per month plan is proving especially popular among younger audiences, with Netflix saying it now reaches more 18- to 34-year-olds than any broadcast or cable network in…
MICHAEL JAMES JORDANPERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Michael James Jordan, 34, was arrested today in connection with a quadruple homicide in Perry, Georgia. The killings occurred at a residence on Gaines Drive on April 4th. Perry Police identified the victims as 37-year-old Tuquondrea Robinson, 51-year-old Michelle Joiner, 82-year-old Beaulah Robinson and 2-year-old A’laoiah Joiner. All four victims were related, police said,…
(CNN)- A new clip from the highly anticipated next season of Bridgerton has fans buzzing. The scene shows Benedict Bridgerton captivated by the mysterious “Lady in Silver,” Sophie, at a lavish masquerade ball. Season four of the Regency-era romance is set to premiere next year, and Netflix has already renewed the popular series through seasons five and six. In movie…
(LILAMAX)- Boeing is starting the day with a major win. The White House announced that the nation of Qatar has agreed to purchase 210 planes from the U.S. aerospace giant, in a deal valued at $96 billion. GE Aerospace will manufacture the 400 engines needed for the aircraft, with the deal expected to create hundreds of thousands of jobs across…
(NBC)- President Donald Trump met with top business leaders in Qatar this morning, highlighting a surge in U.S. economic momentum and securing major international investments before visiting American troops at the largest U.S. military base in the Middle East. “I can tell you that our country is hot. It’s hot as a pistol,” President Trump told attendees during the meeting,…
(CNN)- The Supreme Court heard arguments today in a case that could have major implications for President Donald Trump’s second-term agenda. At the center of the hearing is not the constitutionality of a specific policy—but the power of individual judges to block federal actions nationwide. One executive order in question is President Trump’s attempt to end birthright citizenship, a move…
COCHRAN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Wednesday evening, the Bleckley County Royals Boys Tennis team defeated the ACE Gryphons three sets to none (3-0) in the GHSA A Division-I Semifinals. The Royals advance to the State Championship on Saturday. Bleckley County will travel three hours south to Brantley County to take on the Herons for the State title. Opening set…
ROCHELLE, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Wednesday evening, the Wilcox County Patriots split their GHSA A Division-II Semifinals series with Emmanuel County Institute to force a game three on Thursday at 5 p.m. The Patriots shut out ECI 3-0 in game one behind 16 strikeouts from Johhny Nutt, but fell short in game two 4-2. In Game Three, the Patriots…
COCHRAN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Wednesday at Bleckley County High School, two Royal football players signed their letters of intent to continue playing the sport they love at the next level. Nykez Farrow – Valdosta State University Kaden Perkins – Columbus State University Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Bleckley County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bleckley County, Bleckley County Royals, Bleckley…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Spring football is in full swing across Middle Georgia, and Thursday night brought a major showcase as four local high school teams took the field at McConnell-Talbert Stadium — “The Mac” — in Warner Robins. The event featured game-speed drills and matchups between the Northeast Raiders, Perry Panthers, Howard Huskies, and host Warner Robins…
Jamel Ashley (Photo: Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office)IRWINTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A middle school teacher in Wilkinson County is facing charges after investigators say he held scissors to a student’s throat in a classroom. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) announced Wednesday that agents arrested 46-year-old Jamel Mikal Ashley of Danville and charged him with aggravated assault and cruelty to children….
(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It was an emotional day in Perry as family, friends and the agriculture community gathered for the groundbreaking of the new Larry Walker Arena. “I couldn’t help it… I cried,” said Larry Walker, reflecting on the emotions he experienced when learning the arena would be named after him. Foster Rhodes, Chairman of…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A weak shortwave moved through the region earlier today that supported scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms in North Georgia. As we moved into the afternoon, daytime heating and a building upper level ridge will battle for control over convection. Rising temperatures and surface dewpoints in the middle 60s will greatly improve the amount of potential instability…