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Habitat for Humanity dedicates homes to families in Lynmore Estates

The Macon Area Habitat for Humanity dedicated three new homes in Lynmore Estates, with families, volunteers, and the Blight Fight initiative helping make it possible.

April 29, 2025

Fiona King,

(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A major milestone was celebrated Tuesday as three families in Lynmore Estates received the keys to their brand-new homes, marking a powerful step forward in their journey to homeownership. “I’m feeling excited,” said Laquanda Ferguson, one of the new homeowners who she says was turned down twice before finally being approved through…

Wesleyan Launches Their “she Will” Campaign

Wesleyan College launches $61M ‘She Will’ campaign to empower women

Wesleyan’s “She Will” campaign will fund scholarships, student programs, and campus upgrades to help empower the next generation of women leaders.

April 29, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wesleyan College has launched its ambitious “She Will” campaign, with the goal of raising $61 million to expand women’s education, leadership development, resources and spaces for students. Drew Davidson, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Wesleyan, says the campaign will support scholarships, campus renovations and student programs. “It’s going to go towards a variety of…

Monroe County commissioners stick with previous H.B. 581 opt out

Local governments that opted out now have the opportunity to opt back in annually through 2029. With Buc-ee’s, Oglethorpe Power, and new data centers expected to open in Monroe County over the coming years, Commission Board Chairman Gibbs says opting out and awaiting the financial impact of that development is for the better.

April 29, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Today, Monroe County Commissioners voted 4-1 to stick with their previous decision of opting out of House Bill 581. The bill introduces a statewide homestead exemption that caps annual property value tax increases, limiting growth based on the previous year’s inflation rate for the next 50 years. But last month, state legislators voted…

Atrium doctor shares tips for American Stroke Month

“We sit right in the stroke belt, where there’s a 30% higher chance of death from stroke,” Smith said. “We’re actually very barely touching the belt buckle, which means it goes up to 40%.”

April 29, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT-DT)- A Macon doctor is raising awareness during American Stroke Month by offering tips to help the community recognize the signs of a stroke and take action. Dr. Matthew Smith said strokes are the leading cause of disability in the United States and the fifth leading cause of death. “We sit right in the stroke belt, where there’s…

UPDATE: Inmates face charges after hot water attack in Bibb County Jail

Deputies say Skylar Luke Hill and Wali Cooke face aggravated assault and battery charges after a fellow inmate was burned with hot water.

April 29, 2025

41NBC Web Producer, Tucker Sargent,

Skylar Hill and Wali Cooke (Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (4/29/25 – 4:45 p.m.): Bibb County deputies say investigators have identified the two inmates involved in an aggravated assault against 21-year-old Romario Justin Casey inside the Bibb County Jail earlier this month. According to a news release, 18-year-old Skylar Luke Hill and 20-year-old Wali Cooke have both been charged with…

Temperatures rise more Wednesday

April 29, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Highs should reach into the mid to upper 80s Wednesday afternoon. This Evening A partly cloudy afternoon may see a few isolated storms develop through the evening and into early tonight. Expect wind to remain pretty calm from the south-southeast. Low temperatures will be in the lower 60s and upper 50s. Any storms that do pop…

Portion of Macon road dedicated to Rev. Dr. Lonzy Edwards

A dedication ceremony for the late commissioner was held at Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church.

April 29, 2025

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A portion of Millerfield Road from Century Place to Finney Circle is now dedicated to former Bibb County Commissioner Lonzy Edwards. Macon-Bibb County celebrated a street dedication to honor Rev. Dr. Lonzy Edwards on Tuesday. A ceremony for the late commissioner was held at Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church. Fellow colleagues, friends and family members got…

UPDATE: Missing Jones County man found safe

The Jones County Sheriff's Office says James Michael Terrell was found and is safe.

April 29, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

James Michael Terrell (Photo: Jones County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (4/29/25): The Jones County Sheriff’s Office says James Michael Terrell was found and is safe. ORIGINAL STORY (4/28/25): GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding a missing man. According to a post on the Jones County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, deputies are…

Crimestoppers urges public to help find assault suspect on the run

Today's word of the day: Discernment

April 29, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sgt. Greg Thomas of Macon Regional Crimestoppers appeared on 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and share the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media outlets, police departments, and law enforcement agencies across eight Middle Georgia counties to offer anonymous rewards for tips that lead to arrests. The following individuals are currently wanted: William Hancock, male. He’s…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores April 21-25

This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, April 21 and Friday, April 25.

April 29, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week’s Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, April 21 and Friday, April 25. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…

President Trump marks 100 days with rally amid tariff debate, immigration controversy

President Donald Trump is marking his 100th day in office today with a rally in Michigan, a key 2024 battleground state and major hub for the auto industry.

April 29, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- President Donald Trump is marking his 100th day in office today with a rally in Michigan, a key 2024 battleground state and major hub for the auto industry — one that’s feeling the impact of his sweeping tariff policies. While tariffs on imported vehicles remain, Trump officials say the administration plans to reduce some fees on foreign auto parts…

Hollywood Minute: Miami Vice reboot, Johnny Cash auction

A new film based on the iconic 1980s TV series is in the works.

April 29, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- “This is Detective Crockett, Miami-Dade PD. Patch me through to your SAC.” That line from 2006’s Miami Vice may not have lit up the box office, but Universal is giving it another shot. A new film based on the iconic 1980s TV series is in the works, with Top Gun: Maverick director Joseph Kosinski set to lead the project….

Former Ace Athletic Director Josh Mclendon Joins Dublin City High School As New Softball Coach

Josh McLendon Hired as Dublin Head Softball Coach

The former ACE Athletic Director, Baseball and Softball Head Coach has taken a job at Dublin City Schools after announcing he was leaving the Gryphons last week

April 29, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

DUBLIN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Monday, Dublin City Schools announced the hiring of former ACE Athletic Director, Baseball and Softball Head Coach Josh McLendon through a social media PRESS RELEASE McLendon will be the Fighting Irish’s new Head Softball Coach as well as joining DMS Athletic Director Amanda Howard and District Athletic Director Roger Holmes in managing the operations…

Laurens County deputies searching for missing teen Kiara Adams

Kiara Adams was last seen Friday on Country Club Road in Dublin wearing a graphic T-shirt and black shorts. Anyone with information should call 911 or the sheriff’s office.

April 28, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Kiara Adams (Photo: Laurens County Sheriff’s Office)DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a missing teen last seen Friday in Dublin. According to a news release from the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office, Kiara Adams was last seen on April 25 in the area of Country Club Road. Adams is described as…

Macon man dies after train collides with log truck in Macon County

A Macon man died Monday after a train collided with a log truck on Buckeye Road in Macon County. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

April 28, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

MACON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man died Monday after a train collided with a log truck on Buckeye Road, according to Macon County Coroner Eddie Hosley. Hosley tells 41NBC the cause of the crash remains unclear at this time but confirmed 43-year-old Eric Walton died on the scene. No additional details about the circumstances of the collision were…

United Way of Central Georgia launches literacy initiative

Woodford believes reading is foundational for children's educational growth.

April 28, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Reading is fundamental to success in school, work, and life. For that reason, United Way of Central Georgia is launching its Read By Example literacy initiative. According to Dr. Sundra Woodford, community schools director at United Way of Central Georgia, studies show some children are two grade levels behind in reading due to the 2020…

Widespread fog likely tonight/tomorrow morning

April 28, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A calm and muggy night will likely feature fog leading up to Tuesday morning. This Evening and Overnight A partly to mostly cloudy afternoon will give way to mostly clear skies overnight tonight. Wind will stay calm from the southeast, allowing for the development widespread fog after midnight. Lows will be in the lower 60s around…

Jones County Schools superintendent to serve through June 30

Charles Lundy will continue leading Jones County Schools through June 30 as the board works with the Georgia School Boards Association to find a replacement.

April 28, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Jones County Schools Superintendent Charles Lundy will continue serving in his role until June 30, according to a statement provided to 41NBC by the school system. The statement said the Board of Education plans to use the Georgia School Boards Association to assist with its search for a new superintendent. Clinton Burston is scheduled to serve…

Macon man arrested after breaking into iStorage on Key Street

Deputies responded to a call at 7:07 p.m. on April 27 that came into the Macon-Bibb Emergency 911 Center.

April 28, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man was arrested Sunday after breaking into iStorage in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to a call at 7:07 p.m. on April 27 that came into the Macon-Bibb Emergency 911 Center. The incident occurred at iStorage, located at 915 Key St. Witnesses reported seeing a man break the glass at…

Motorcyclist killed in crash on I-75 in Monroe County

Monroe County deputies responded to the scene around 10:02 p.m. near the Pate Road exit.

April 28, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 39-year-old man from Griffin was killed Friday night in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on I-75. Monroe County deputies responded to the scene around 10:02 p.m. near the Pate Road exit. Authorities say the motorcyclist, identified as Jonathan Coker, was pronounced dead at the scene. The circumstances surrounding the crash are still under investigation. Categories:…

Hollywood Minute: Anna Kendrick in “Accountant 3”?

In a recent interview, director Gavin O'Connor revealed exciting news for fans of the 2016 thriller The Accountant.

April 28, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- In a recent interview, director Gavin O’Connor revealed exciting news for fans of the 2016 thriller The Accountant. Although Anna Kendrick’s character, “Dana,” did not return for the recent sequel, O’Connor has long planned a trilogy for the franchise. He told The New York Times that he’s been in touch with Kendrick, and the actress has expressed her full…

Morning Business Report: Cheaper flights, economic shifts

Airfare dropped 5.3% in March compared to the previous year, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

April 28, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)-Good news for travelers, airfare dropped 5.3% in March compared to the previous year, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This decline in flight costs could offer a bright spot in an otherwise uncertain economic climate. However, the reduction in fares comes amid faltering demand for domestic travel. While consumers are seeing some savings on…

Shooting at Elizabeth City State University leaves one dead, six injured

One person is dead and six others are injured following a shooting at Elizabeth City State University.

April 28, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- One person is dead and six others are injured following a shooting at Elizabeth City State University (ECSU), a historically Black university on the North Carolina coast. The incident occurred early Saturday morning in the center of campus, just after the university had concluded its multi-day Viking Fest celebration, which involved both students and alumni. Mark Hurlbut, an ECSU…

Heritage Battles Against Mary Persons In Superb Boys Soccer Opening Round Matchup

Mary Persons advances to second round with double OT win

The 15-4 Mary Persons Bulldogs pull out the opening round home victory over Heritage 3-1 in 2OT

April 26, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mary Persons High School Bulldogs boys’ soccer squad defeated 8-8 Heritage Friday in the opening round of the GHSA Class AAA State Boys’ Soccer Championship 3-1 in double overtime behind two goals from Jordan Mullis in the 12th minute of the first half and the last goal under a minute to go in 2OT, to…

The Macon Area Habitat for Humanity dedicated three new homes in Lynmore Estates, with families, volunteers, and the Blight Fight initiative helping make it possible.

Wesleyan’s “She Will” campaign will fund scholarships, student programs, and campus upgrades to help empower the next generation of women leaders.

“We sit right in the stroke belt, where there’s a 30% higher chance of death from stroke,” Smith said. “We’re actually very barely touching the belt buckle, which means it goes up to 40%.”

Deputies say Skylar Luke Hill and Wali Cooke face aggravated assault and battery charges after a fellow inmate was burned with hot water.

A dedication ceremony for the late commissioner was held at Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church.

The Jones County Sheriff's Office says James Michael Terrell was found and is safe.

Today's word of the day: Discernment

This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, April 21 and Friday, April 25.

President Donald Trump is marking his 100th day in office today with a rally in Michigan, a key 2024 battleground state and major hub for the auto industry.

A new film based on the iconic 1980s TV series is in the works.

The former ACE Athletic Director, Baseball and Softball Head Coach has taken a job at Dublin City Schools after announcing he was leaving the Gryphons last week

Kiara Adams was last seen Friday on Country Club Road in Dublin wearing a graphic T-shirt and black shorts. Anyone with information should call 911 or the sheriff’s office.

A Macon man died Monday after a train collided with a log truck on Buckeye Road in Macon County. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Woodford believes reading is foundational for children's educational growth.

Charles Lundy will continue leading Jones County Schools through June 30 as the board works with the Georgia School Boards Association to find a replacement.

Deputies responded to a call at 7:07 p.m. on April 27 that came into the Macon-Bibb Emergency 911 Center.

Monroe County deputies responded to the scene around 10:02 p.m. near the Pate Road exit.

In a recent interview, director Gavin O'Connor revealed exciting news for fans of the 2016 thriller The Accountant.

Airfare dropped 5.3% in March compared to the previous year, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

One person is dead and six others are injured following a shooting at Elizabeth City State University.

The 15-4 Mary Persons Bulldogs pull out the opening round home victory over Heritage 3-1 in 2OT

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