MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will climb into the mid 80s over the weekend with isolated storms remaining possible both afternoons. This Evening Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are likely this evening and into tonight around Middle Georgia. Storms will bring plenty of rain and some lightning but could also have a bit of small hail or a few wind gusts….
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A suspected hand grenade was found Friday afternoon in Warner Robins, according to a news release from the Warner Robins Police Department. The incident occurred around 2:20 p.m. April 25 at 109 Sun Valley Drive. Police said the grenade was discovered inside a used truck toolbox when the new owners opened it. The Georgia Bureau…
(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Today, Houston County School District leaders broke ground on Veterans Middle School, which is expected to open in fall 2027. The new school will be more than 160,000 square feet and have 67 classrooms. But most importantly, district leaders say it will provide relief for other middle schools in the area. The district…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —A Macon photographer and videographer is hosting a networking event this weekend in downtown Macon. The free event will take place April 27 from 4 to 7 p.m. at 1410 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. It is open to all photographers and videographers interested in connecting and learning from others in the field. Organizer Devoris Gordon said…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Florida businessman is hosting a grand opening Friday and Saturday for his seafood and wings food truck, Sauced Up, in Macon. Owner Charlie Jonas told 41NBC this is the second state where he has launched a food truck, and his goal is to eventually operate a chain of trucks in every major metropolitan city. The…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Some of Middle Georgia’s best-known chefs — and one Bibb County School District leader — will go head-to-head in a culinary competition aimed at supporting youth programs and reducing crime in Macon-Bibb County next weekend. The Celebrity Chef Blow-Out, presented by YouthUp, Inc. and the Youth Leadership Council, is happening on Saturday, May 3 from 11…
(LILAMAX)- Stocks continued their upward momentum for a third consecutive day, with major indexes posting strong gains as investor fears over tariffs appeared to ease. The Nasdaq is leading the charge, up more than 5% for the week, while the S&P 500 has climbed nearly 4 points. Analysts are calling it a “relief rally,” buoyed by positive trade signals. India…
(CNN)- The mystery begins in the newly released trailer for Fountain of Youth, a globe-trotting adventure where art, history, and legacy collide. “In the 1600s, six artists hid a clue in their paintings,” the trailer reveals. As one character says, “Dad spent most of his life searching for it. I want Dad to get his recognition.” The film stars John…
(NBC)- Tens of thousands have filed past the simple wooden casket of Pope Francis, paying their final respects to a leader who asked to be remembered not as a powerful man, but as a humble shepherd and disciple. Among the mourners was Pope Francis’s own family—kneeling and visibly emotional during their visit to St. Peter’s Basilica. Outside, crowds continued to…
(CNN)- A new study warns that measles—once declared eliminated in the U.S. back in 2000—could make a permanent comeback if vaccination rates continue to decline. “This is an extremely contagious disease,” said public health expert Dr. Leana Wen. The study projects that if current vaccination levels remain unchanged over the next 25 years, the U.S. could see nearly 900,000 measles…
MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – Here is a list of scores from Thursday’s opening round action in the GHSA State Girls Soccer Championship: Class AAA: Gilmer 7, Peach County 1 Class AA: Pierce County 7, Westside 0 Class A D-1: East Laurens 2, Central 0 – Lady Falcons advance to the second round to face Armuchee Thursday Armuchee 10, Washington…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Al Lucas Foundation celebrated its 20th anniversary Thursday with a scholarship luncheon at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, honoring the life and legacy of the late Al Lucas, a former NFL and Arena Football League player who died from an on-field injury in 2005. Family members, community leaders and supporters gathered to recognize Lucas’s…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman is in critical condition after being shot at a home in the 1000 block of Carlisle Avenue on Thursday night, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. It happened just after 6:30 p.m. Deputies responded to a call about a person shot and found a woman with a gunshot wound, the sheriff’s office said…
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Residents of Cochran had a convenient opportunity to prioritize their health on Thursday, as At Home Senior Living hosted mobile mammogram screenings on-site. The mobile breast cancer screenings were available to people 40 and older, as well as those with a personal or family history of breast cancer. Latasha Hill, breast imaging service line manager at…
(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This week, students across Georgia are beginning—or preparing for—the Georgia Milestones testing, a critical assessment period that can bring anxiety and stress for many. At Miller Fine Arts Magnet Middle School in Macon, educators are taking extra steps to build confidence and create a supportive environment for their students. Throughout the school’s…
(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It was a family night out in Warner Robins as all residents military and non-military were invited to Memorial Park on Thursday. Kids enjoyed various bounce houses, getting their face painted by Maar Bear’s Face Painting, booming live music from Nu Image DJs, food from the Kings Que & More food truck…
(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you plan to bike ride this summer and don’t already own one, you may want to act fast. “Most of bike manufacturing takes place overseas in places like Cambodia, Taiwan, Japan, China,” said Jeff Young, the Sales Manager of Bike Tech in downtown Macon. “So, the tariffs are definitely going to be…
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The annual Hometown Spring Festival is set for this weekend in downtown Gray, offering family-friendly fun and entertainment for all ages. Anndrea Lampkin, owner of Allure Aesthetics of Gray, said the event is designed to bring the community together. Ashley Roberson, downtown manager for the City of Gray, said the festival will take place April 25–26….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 29th Pan African Festival of Georgia begins today in downtown Macon with the theme “Stronger Together.” The festival will take place in the parking lot of the Tubman Museum, located at 310 Cherry St. Festival founder Chi Ezekwueche said she started the event 29 years ago to unite people across Middle Georgia and celebrate African…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This Evening Storms began firing off during the mid afternoon today and will become more widespread as the evening progresses. While severe weather is not overall expected, a few storms may have some hail or a couple of strong wind gusts. There is no tornado threat. Storms may linger after midnight for a few Middle Georgians,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Bibb County jury has convicted a Macon man of false imprisonment and battery under Georgia’s family violence law, leading to a 10-year sentence, the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office announced Thursday. Joshua Gerell Huff was sentenced to 10 years, with seven to serve in the Georgia Department of Corrections, after jurors found him guilty…
(LILAMAX)- Google is reportedly tightening its policy on remote work, pushing employees back into the office as it shifts focus toward artificial intelligence and infrastructure upgrades. According to internal documents obtained by CNBC, remote workers who fail to transition to a hybrid schedule—showing up regularly at their nearest office—may risk losing their jobs. The move comes as Google streamlines operations to…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Some showers have redeveloped this morning. Expect areas of low clouds and patchy fog mainly in areas where rain occurred. Our summer-like pattern continues through the long term beginning on Friday. Flow aloft remains weak although a convective wave could sweep by quickly that could enhance afternoon convection chances. On Saturday, a stronger upper level wave…
(CNN)- Fans of New Kids on the Block are celebrating in full force today, April 24th—officially recognized as “New Kids on the Block Day.” And the iconic boy band is giving their loyal “Blockheads” plenty to get excited about. Their hit 1990 album, Step by Step, is being re-released in honor of its 35th anniversary. Meanwhile, the group is preparing…