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Parents protest non-renewals of Alexander II principal, assistant principal contracts

Parents took to the streets Friday morning protesting outside the Bibb County Board of Education.

March 7, 2025

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Parents took to the streets Friday morning protesting outside the Bibb County Board of Education. They are seeking answers regarding the recent decision not to renew the contracts of Principal Angel Woodard and Assistant Principal Dr. Meredith Byrd at Alexander II Magnet School. During the protest, parents expressed their frustration, saying they want answers from the…

Off-duty McRae police officer arrested for DUI while driving school bus in Telfair County

An off-duty McRae police officer was arrested for DUI on February 27 after allegedly driving a school bus while heavily impaired, according to the Georgia State Patrol.

March 7, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Theodore Ruggenberg (Photo: Telfair County Sheriff’s Office)MCRAE-HELENA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An off-duty McRae police officer was arrested for DUI on Thursday morning after allegedly driving a school bus while heavily impaired, according to the Georgia State Patrol (GSP). A GSP statement says just before 8:30 a.m. on February 27, a Georgia State Patrol trooper responded to a call from local…

Reynolds man found guilty of murder, sentenced to life in prison

27-year-old Anthony Jerome Jones was convicted March 6 for felony murder, aggravated assault, and terroristic threats in the Superior Court of Houston County, following a four-day jury trial.

March 7, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Reynolds man was sentenced to life in prison for murder, according to Houston County District Attorney Eric Edwards. Anthony Jerome Jones, 27, was convicted March 6 of felony murder, aggravated assault, and terroristic threats in the Superior Court of Houston County after a four-day jury trial. He was sentenced to life in prison with…

Man in stable condition after hit-and-run in Warner Robins on Friday morning

The incident occurred at 5:45 a.m. March 7 at Russell Parkway and Tallulah Trail.

March 7, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is in stable condition after a hit-and-run in Warner Robins on Friday morning, according to the Warner Robins Police Department. The incident occurred at 5:45 a.m. March 7 at Russell Parkway and Tallulah Trail. The 24-year-old victim was crossing the road in a crosswalk at the intersection with a signal to cross. The…

Morning Business Report: Layoffs spike in February

Layoffs soared by 245% in February compared to the previous month.

March 7, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Layoffs soared by 245% in February compared to the previous month, according to data released Thursday by outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Of the approximately 172,000 job cuts, more than one-third—62,000 positions—were eliminated by the Department of Government Efficiency, marking a significant shift in federal employment. With today’s monthly jobs report set for release, economists expect to see…

Trump announced that he will temporarily suspend new tariffs

President Donald Trump announced today that he will temporarily suspend the new 25% tariffs on a wide range of imports from Canada and Mexico.

March 7, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

NBC- President Donald Trump announced today that he will temporarily suspend the new 25% tariffs on a wide range of imports from Canada and Mexico. This move comes just two days after the tariffs were enacted, leaving American businesses and markets in a state of uncertainty. The tariffs, which targeted goods ranging from avocados to auto parts, were initially introduced…

Canada, Mexico pause retaliatory tariffs

Canadian businesses and consumers are beginning to turn away from American goods and trade partnerships.

March 7, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

CNN — As the U.S. threatens new tariffs, Canadian businesses and consumers are beginning to turn away from American goods and trade partnerships. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith acknowledged the impact of tariff threats, stating, “It’s just causing us to look for other places to buy our products.” While President Donald Trump has delayed the 25% tariffs on many Canadian and…

Southwest Patriots Gear Up As They Head To The Macon Coliseum For The Ghsa Class A Division One State Championship Game

Southwest Patriots Eye State Title in Historic Championship Run

The Southwest Patriots will play in the GHSA A Division One State Championship on Saturday

March 7, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Southwest Patriots are on the verge of making history. With a 27-2 record and ranked 32nd in the state according to MaxPreps, the Patriots have stormed into the GHSA Class A Division I state championship game, marking the program’s deepest playoff run in 36 years. Southwest enters Saturday’s title matchup riding a 13-game winning…

Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin opens OB-GYN clinic to expand maternal care in Milledgeville

Chief clinical officer Dr. Sanford Duke says the new clinic was born out of the need to support expecting mothers in the community.

March 6, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin celebrated the grand opening of a new women’s OB/GYN clinic in Milledgeville on Thursday. The clinic offers prenatal and general care and gynecological services, including pap smears and well-woman visits. There’s a national high demand for healthcare workers, and Atrium Health Navicent is proud to partner with the medical community and governmental health…

United Way of Central Georgia ensuring issues affecting Middle Georgia women are “On the Table”

According to Brandi Rozier, the United Way of Central Georgia’s Vice President of Resource Development, 35% of Middle Georgians make too much to get federal and state assistance, but stand one crisis away from poverty. Rozier says this number disproportionately impacts women.

March 6, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This week, the United Way of Central Georgia’s Women UNITED initiative is leading conversations on the challenges women, children, and families across Middle Georgia face. This is the fifth year of On the Table, which the Community Foundation of Central Georgia facilitates. Kathryn Dennis, the President of the Community Foundation of Central Georgia,…

Seasonal conditions expected for First Friday

March 6, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wind shifting back to the southwest will lead to a warmup to end the week around Middle Georgia. This Evening and Overnight The wind has continued to be rather prominent around Middle Georgia as the gusts have ranged from 20-30 mph throughout the afternoon. These winds will finally calm some this evening and tonight as the…

Byron man sentenced to 10 years for possessing child sexual abuse material while on federal supervision

A Byron man who was on federal supervised release for possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) when state agents caught him downloading explicit images of children was sentenced to 10 years in prison, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia announced on Thursday.

March 6, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Byron man caught downloading child sexual abuse material (CSAM) while on federal supervised release was sentenced to 10 years in prison, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia announced Thursday. 46-year-old Clarence L. Brown, II was sentenced on March 5 by U.S. District Judge Marc T. Treadwell after pleading guilty to possession…

Man arrested for trafficking fentanyl, methamphetamine in Macon

Deputies arrested Rayshawn Renauldo Lucas on March 5 at 5:11 p.m. at a residence inside the 2400 block of North Groveland Circle.

March 6, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine on Wednesday, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrested Rayshawn Renauldo Lucas on March 5 at 5:11 p.m. at a residence inside the 2400 block of North Groveland Circle. Deputies say that Lucas was a fugitive who was out on parole. According to a news…

Junior League of Macon to host trail race

Junior League of Macon community chair Cherokee Layfield says the purpose of the trail race is to raise money for literacy work with the Washington Memorial Library, Brookdale Resource Center and Macon Periods Easier.

March 6, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Junior League of Macon is hosting the annual Junior League Trail Race this weekend. Participants can choose between a 5K or 10K option. The race will be held March 8 at 8 a.m. at First Presbyterian Day School. Packet pickup is March 7 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 2055 Vineville Avenue. Participants can…

Morning Business Report: U.S. job growth falls short in February

American companies hired fewer than half the number of employees forecasted for February.

March 6, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- According to payroll processor ADP, American companies hired fewer than half the number of employees forecasted for February. Only 77,000 workers were added last month, a sharp decline from January’s 186,000. This slower-than-expected hiring growth raises concerns about the labor market’s recovery. President Trump provided some clarity on trade by announcing a one-month pause on auto tariffs after discussions…

Chilly start to Thursday gives way to mild Friday

A colder and drier air mass continues to spread into North and Middle Georgia. Conditions are beginning to dry as a high-pressure ridge dominates the area.

March 6, 2025

Karen Williams,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A colder and drier air mass continues to spread into North and Middle Georgia. Conditions are beginning to dry as a high-pressure ridge dominates the area. This ridge will weaken Friday as a weak frontal boundary slowly moves from Tennessee into Georgia late Friday night into Saturday morning. Zonal flow from west to east will set…

Hollywood Minute: Keanu Reeves’ new motorcycle show

Keanu Reeves and Gard Hollinger Explore Innovation in New Series "Visionaries"

March 6, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

CNN- Keanu Reeves and Gard Hollinger, founders of Arch Motorcycle, embark on a global journey of curiosity and discovery in their new Roku Channel series, Visionaries. The show dives into the creative minds of individuals pushing the boundaries of innovation, from the heavens to the oceans, and even working with clay and architecture. Reeves and Hollinger explain that the series…

Elon Musk meets with lawmakers amid budget cuts, job loss concerns

President Trump’s top advisor, Elon Musk, met with Republican lawmakers Wednesday night.

March 6, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

NBC- President Trump’s top advisor, Elon Musk, met with Republican lawmakers Wednesday night in an effort to reassure them as constituents across the nation voiced concern over sweeping job cuts and reduced spending. The meeting comes as both parties grapple with the fallout from Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, which is pushing to cut government spending. Musk, speaking to lawmakers,…

Severe weather hitting much of U.S.

Residents in multiple states find themselves at the mercy of both fire and ice.

March 6, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

CNN-As the nation battles extreme weather conditions, residents in multiple states find themselves at the mercy of both fire and ice. A critical fire danger has re-emerged in Texas and the Southwest, following this week’s evacuations in parts of Texas and Tennessee. Wildfires continue to rage, forcing residents to evacuate their homes. “It was just pitch smoke. Like, everything was…

Anderson Ligon stepping down at MGA

Middle Georgia State's Women's Basketball Head Coach Anderson Ligon is stepping down in his role as the Lady Knights Coach after 19 seasons

March 5, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

COCHRAN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Wednesday, Middle Georgia State University’s Director of Athletics Micheal Brown announced that Women’s Basketball Head Coach Anderson Ligon is stepping down as the Lady Knights Coach after 19 seasons. Coach Ligon compiled over 100 victories at both the NJCAA and NAIA levels in his 19 years on the bench with MGA, highlighted by a…

Baldwin Bravettes fall short in GHSA State Championship

The Baldwin Bravettes lost the GHSA AAA State Championship game to Cherokee Bluff 66-58 on Wednesday night

March 5, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Goergia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Wednesday evening at the Macon Coliseum, the third game on the first day of GHSA State Championship action featured the 25-6 Baldwin Bravettes in their third consecutive championship game, taking on the 24-8 Cherokee Bluff Lady Bears in their first ever State Championship Game appearance in program history. Bravettes won the State Championship in…

S&S Cafeteria set to reopen with new features after fire closed restaurant 6 months ago

Same history and charm with a modern twist

March 5, 2025

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The popular S&S Cafeteria is making strides toward reopening its Riverside Drive location following a fire that closed the restaurant six months ago. Owner Rick Pogue says he has received overwhelming support from the community since the devastation in September. “Our plan is to reopen Riverside, and we’re sorry that it’s taken so long,” he said. “It’s…

Xpo Recognizes 1 Million Accident Free Miles Byron Trucker

Byron truck driver honored for 1 million accident-free miles

"Safe driving is the key to getting home safely and returning home to your family safely. Whether it's driving or anything else, safety is the key."

March 5, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Frederick Way, a 14-year truck driver for XPO, was honored with an outstanding achievement on Wednesday—1 million accident-free miles. To put this accomplishment into perspective, 1 million miles is equivalent to driving from New York to Los Angeles about 359 times one-way or 179 times round-trip. Way says he’s appreciative of this recognition. “I’m very excited about accepting…

Jones County family targeted by scam promising jail release for payment

Jones County Sheriff's Office warns of common scam tactics

March 5, 2025

Finn Balfour,

JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A family was recently targeted by a scam, promising their loved one could be released with an ankle monitor in exchange for money, according to a news release. The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is sharing red flags that could help you spot a scam. JCSO says employees will never contact you and ask for money….

Parents took to the streets Friday morning protesting outside the Bibb County Board of Education.

An off-duty McRae police officer was arrested for DUI on February 27 after allegedly driving a school bus while heavily impaired, according to the Georgia State Patrol.

27-year-old Anthony Jerome Jones was convicted March 6 for felony murder, aggravated assault, and terroristic threats in the Superior Court of Houston County, following a four-day jury trial.

The incident occurred at 5:45 a.m. March 7 at Russell Parkway and Tallulah Trail.

Layoffs soared by 245% in February compared to the previous month.

President Donald Trump announced today that he will temporarily suspend the new 25% tariffs on a wide range of imports from Canada and Mexico.

Canadian businesses and consumers are beginning to turn away from American goods and trade partnerships.

The Southwest Patriots will play in the GHSA A Division One State Championship on Saturday

Chief clinical officer Dr. Sanford Duke says the new clinic was born out of the need to support expecting mothers in the community.

According to Brandi Rozier, the United Way of Central Georgia’s Vice President of Resource Development, 35% of Middle Georgians make too much to get federal and state assistance, but stand one crisis away from poverty. Rozier says this number disproportionately impacts women.

A Byron man who was on federal supervised release for possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) when state agents caught him downloading explicit images of children was sentenced to 10 years in prison, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia announced on Thursday.

Deputies arrested Rayshawn Renauldo Lucas on March 5 at 5:11 p.m. at a residence inside the 2400 block of North Groveland Circle.

Junior League of Macon community chair Cherokee Layfield says the purpose of the trail race is to raise money for literacy work with the Washington Memorial Library, Brookdale Resource Center and Macon Periods Easier.

American companies hired fewer than half the number of employees forecasted for February.

A colder and drier air mass continues to spread into North and Middle Georgia. Conditions are beginning to dry as a high-pressure ridge dominates the area.

Keanu Reeves and Gard Hollinger Explore Innovation in New Series "Visionaries"

President Trump’s top advisor, Elon Musk, met with Republican lawmakers Wednesday night.

Residents in multiple states find themselves at the mercy of both fire and ice.

Middle Georgia State's Women's Basketball Head Coach Anderson Ligon is stepping down in his role as the Lady Knights Coach after 19 seasons

The Baldwin Bravettes lost the GHSA AAA State Championship game to Cherokee Bluff 66-58 on Wednesday night

Same history and charm with a modern twist

"Safe driving is the key to getting home safely and returning home to your family safely. Whether it's driving or anything else, safety is the key."

Jones County Sheriff's Office warns of common scam tactics

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