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Stalking hearing against Macon-Bibb commissioner delayed after Macon NAACP president’s attorney doesn’t show up

Westbrooks says her attorney, Gerald Griggs, was appointed for her by the national chapter but was unable to attend due to participating in another hearing at the same time in Atlanta.

February 26, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – A judge has postponed a decision on a potential temporary protective order between NAACP Macon Chapter President Gwenette Westbrooks and Macon-Bibb County District 9 Commissioner Brendalyn Bailey. Dozens gathered inside the courtroom at the Bibb County Courthouse on Wednesday to hear arguments, but the one absence halted the proceedings. Westbrooks says…

Bibb County School District Host Students Resource Fair

Bibb County Schools to host resource fair for students with disabilities

The purpose of this fair is to connect students with disabilities, as well as their families, with the resources and opportunities available to them after high school.

February 26, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District will host a transition resource fair for students with disabilities next Saturday. The fair was created to connect students with disabilities, as well as their families, with the resources and opportunities available to them after high school. This will include various agencies and organizations that provide education and employment for individuals…

Cherry Blossom Headquarters February 26 2025

Mother-daughter duo spreads Cherry Blossom Festival spirit with car window paintings

“I have actually now been painting for somebody's grandmother, their mother, and now I'm painting the young girls' cars,” said Peggy Whyte, owner of Peggy’s Personal Touch.

February 26, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A mother-daughter duo is turning cars into rolling works of art, helping Middle Georgia get into the Cherry Blossom Festival spirit. Designs were painted on several vehicle windows Wednesday with an emphasis on the dates of this year’s Cherry Blossom Festival, which starts March 21. Vehicles with writing designs start at $25, but…

Limited rain chances Thursday

February 26, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rain odds on Thursday around Middle Georgia will be isolated despite an incoming cold front. This Evening and Overnight It’s been another warm and sunny afternoon across Middle Georgia as temperatures soared into the upper 70s for most of the region. The warmest locations reached into the lower 80s. Wind will remain out of the southwest…

Man arrested during traffic stop in Macon, wanted by FBI on additional charges

According to a news release, the traffic stop took place at the intersection of Houston Avenue and Giles Street Lane on February 24 at 12:21 p.m.

February 26, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested on Monday during a traffic stop in Macon, after deputies found a stolen firearm in his vehicle and learned he was wanted by the FBI. According to a news release, the traffic stop took place at the intersection of Houston Avenue and Giles Street Lane on February 24 at 12:21 p.m. The…

Vineville Academy Of The Arts February 26 2025

Vineville Academy of the Arts holds 3rd annual Black History Living Wax Museum

Students dressed up as historical figures ranging from Stevie Wonder all the way to Bibb County School District Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims.

February 26, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Vineville Academy of the Arts celebrated Black History Month by holding its 3rd annual Black History Living Wax Museum on Wednesday. The event was organized by fourth grade ELA teacher Kimberly Barton, fourth grade science and social studies teacher Tyler Burns and fourth grade math teacher Claire Crawford, with support from principal Kristy…

Sprinkles likely as Spring-like temperatures hang on

February 26, 2025

Karen Williams,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- High pressure has settled over the Southeast which has promoted dry conditions through Wednesday. Temperatures will continue to warm. High temperatures on Wednesday will feel downright spring-like; in the 70s across the region and approaching 80 in portions of east-central Georgia. These highs will be 10 to 15 degrees above daily averages. Also, relative humidity values are…

Morning Business Report: Ukraine has reached an agreement with the United States to jointly develop its natural resources

Ukraine has reached an agreement with the United States to jointly develop its natural resources, according to reports.

February 26, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Ukraine has reached an agreement with the United States to jointly develop its natural resources, according to reports. The deal would establish a U.S.-Ukraine fund to manage revenues from the country’s valuable mineral deposits, which include titanium, lithium, graphite, and uranium. These minerals are essential for industries such as electric vehicle production and nuclear energy. U.S. consumer confidence plunged…

President Donald Trump is preparing for the first full Cabinet meeting with Elon Musk to join

President Donald Trump is preparing for the first full Cabinet meeting of his new term, with billionaire Elon Musk set to join discussions amid mounting frustration over rapid government cuts.

February 26, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

NBC-President Donald Trump is preparing for the first full Cabinet meeting of his new term, with billionaire Elon Musk set to join discussions amid mounting frustration over rapid government cuts. Outside the Department of Health and Human Services, protesters gathered to denounce deep funding reductions to medical research and public health programs. “This is what democracy looks like!” demonstrators chanted….

Hollywood Minute: Lucasfilm CEO Kennedy in or out?

Rumors about Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy's departure appear to be premature.

February 26, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

CNN-Rumors about Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy’s departure appear to be premature. Despite speculation about her retirement, a source tells CNN, “There’s nothing there right now.” Neither Lucasfilm nor Disney have commented on the matter. Kennedy has led Lucasfilm for 12 years, overseeing the latest Star Wars trilogy and the franchise’s expansion into streaming. Tom Hanks lends his voice to the…

Medicaid at stake as budget plan goes to senate

A narrowly passed House budget resolution is setting up a major fight over Medicaid.

February 26, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

CNN– A narrowly passed House budget resolution is setting up a major fight over Medicaid. The proposal, backed by House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), includes $880 billion in health and energy cuts over a decade, with Johnson arguing Medicaid is plagued by fraud and waste. “Medicaid is is hugely problematic because it has a lot of fraud, waste and abuse.”…

Turner County Takes On Macon County In Ghsa Single A D2 Elite 8 Girls Basketball Matchup

Macon County is Headed to the Final Four

The Macon County Lady Bulldogs defeated the Turner County Lady Titans on Tuesday night 60-57 on a game winning buzzer beater to advance to the GHSA Class A D-2 Semifinals

February 26, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MONTEZUMA, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Tuesday night at Macon County High School, the 22-3 Lady Bulldogs defeated the 22-9 Turner County Lady Titans 60-57 with a game winning buzzer beating three-pointer from Junior Morgan Cochran. After being down 24-10 after the first quarter, and 32-16 at halftime, the Lady Dawgs scored 24 points and allowed just 10 in the…

UPDATE: Teenager in custody, accused of murder of Fort Valley man

Deputies were dispatched to a fight with weapons on October 5 at approximately 3:23 a.m. in the 400 block of Boulevard Street.

February 25, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek, Clayton Poulnott,

UPDATE (2/25/25) – A teenager from Albany has been arrested in connection to a Fort Valley murder in 2024. Fort Valley Police Chief DJ Flores Says 18-year-old Ja’Qwan Johnson is in custody for the shooting death of Naun Mendez. Johnson was arrested in Albany on unrelated charges, and the Fort Valley Police Department was notified of his apprehension. He has…

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Montezuma Police: Man arrested after firing shots in neighborhood

A 19-year-old man was arrested after Montezuma Police say he fired gunshots in a neighborhood.

February 25, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Jonathan Wiggins (Photo: Montezuma Police)MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 19-year-old man was arrested after Montezuma Police say he fired gunshots in a neighborhood Monday. According to the Montezuma Police Department, officers responded to 125 Oakgrove Court around 9:30 p.m. after reports of shots fired and spoke with the homeowner, who said her ex-boyfriend tried to force his way into her…

Flu cases spread across Georgia as CDC reports millions of illnesses nationwide

Recent CDC estimates show the 2025 flu season has caused at least 33 million illnesses, 430,000 hospitalizations and 19,000 deaths.

February 25, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MGNMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Recent CDC estimates show the 2024-2025 flu season has caused at least 33 million illnesses, 430,000 hospitalizations and 19,000 deaths. According to the North Central Health District (NCHD), the flu season in Georgia usually lasts between September and April. NCHD public information officer Michael Hokanson says this season may bring another spike of the flu. “We…

Forsyth man indicted on multiple charges related to child exploitation

A Monroe County grand jury indicted Kelly Garrett Ivey this month on 17 counts, including computer pornography, obscene internet contact with a child and multiple counts of sexual exploitation of children, according to an indictment filed in Monroe County Superior Court.

February 25, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek, Tucker Sargent,

Courtesy: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office from 2023 UPDATE (2/26/25): A newly obtained indictment from Jasper County provides additional details on the charges against Kelly Garrett Ivey. According to documents, Ivey used a dark web marketplace called “Slave Bay” to advertise information about a minor. Prosecutors say he tried to solicit people online to kidnap, rape and traffic a child, offering…

Piedmont Macon supports Daybreak, offers services to those in need

Resident physician at Piedmont Macon, Robyn Cotney, says there is still time to donate for the 12th Annual Macon Daybreak Sleepout.

February 25, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon is offering resources to Daybreak in Macon and looking ahead to the 12th Annual Macon Daybreak Sleepout. Piedmont Macon provides psychiatric care by seeing patients, doing psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy and prescribing/monitoring medications to those in need at Daybreak. Daybreak will be hosting the annual Sleepout and is encouraging people to participate and donate to…

Tips for spotting three different scams

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is sharing tips from the Better Business Bureau that could help you spot scams before it's too late.

February 25, 2025

Finn Balfour,

The Better Business Bureau offers tips on staying away from scam contractorsBBBMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is sharing tips from the Better Business Bureau that could help you spot scams before it’s too late. Debt Collection Scams The BBB says this can be one of the most frightening and persistent scam types. The scammer will call…

Wednesday will be even warmer

February 25, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will climb into the upper 70s for most of Middle Georgia Wednesday afternoon. This Evening A sunny and warm afternoon will become a clear and chilly night across Middle Georgia. It’s been a bit shy of breezy this afternoon as the northwest winds have largely ranged from 5-10 mph with gusts in the 10-15 mph…

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Middle Georgia Regional Airport partners with Slate Aviation for new facility

“I mean, this is truly unheard of to have this type of square footage to work with,” said Heather Maguire, co-owner/partner of Slate Aviation.

February 25, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Slate Aviation has made a new home at Middle Georgia Regional Airport with an 80,000 square foot aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul, and cabin conversion facility. A ribbon cutting was held at the new facility Tuesday. It will be run by Jonathan Cornwell, Executive Vice President of Aircraft Production for Slate Aviation, and…

Construction in Macon closes bridge, parts of Bass Road

Parts of Bass Road will be closed for at least the next six months beginning Tuesday.

February 25, 2025

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Parts of Bass Road will be closed for at least the next six months beginning Tuesday. The closure is happening due to the demolition and reconstruction of the bridge and the approaches over the Norfolk Southern Railroad. The Georgia Department of Transportation, District 3 Communications Officer Gina Snider, says it’s being rebuilt because it’s old and…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores February 17-21

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, February 17 and Friday, February 21.

February 25, 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, February 17 and Friday, February 21. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…

Ghsa Vs Giaa: Fpd Takes On Veterans In Highschool Boys Baseball

FPD Wins in Walk Off Fashion over Veterans

The FPD Vikings defeated the Veterans Warhawks 5-2 after a three-run walk off home run from Tinsley Lewis in the Bottom 9th

February 24, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Monday night at First Presbyterian Day, the FPD Vikings (3-0) defeated the Veterans Warhawks (3-3) with a three-run walk off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning from Junior Vikings’ catcher Tinsley Lewis to grab the 5-2 victory. Both teams displayed excellent pitching. Veterans combined for over 10 strikeouts and one run…

Fort Valley councilwoman arrested after altercation at city hall, police say

A Fort Valley city councilwoman was arrested after an altercation at a council work session escalated into physical contact and threats, according to a police report from the Fort Valley Police Department.

February 24, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Fort Valley city councilwoman was arrested after an altercation at a council work session escalated into physical contact and threats, according to a police report from the Fort Valley Police Department. According to the report, obtained Monday by 41NBC, the incident happened just after 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 13 inside Fort Valley City…

Westbrooks says her attorney, Gerald Griggs, was appointed for her by the national chapter but was unable to attend due to participating in another hearing at the same time in Atlanta.

The purpose of this fair is to connect students with disabilities, as well as their families, with the resources and opportunities available to them after high school.

“I have actually now been painting for somebody's grandmother, their mother, and now I'm painting the young girls' cars,” said Peggy Whyte, owner of Peggy’s Personal Touch.

According to a news release, the traffic stop took place at the intersection of Houston Avenue and Giles Street Lane on February 24 at 12:21 p.m.

Students dressed up as historical figures ranging from Stevie Wonder all the way to Bibb County School District Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims.

Ukraine has reached an agreement with the United States to jointly develop its natural resources, according to reports.

President Donald Trump is preparing for the first full Cabinet meeting of his new term, with billionaire Elon Musk set to join discussions amid mounting frustration over rapid government cuts.

Rumors about Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy's departure appear to be premature.

A narrowly passed House budget resolution is setting up a major fight over Medicaid.

The Macon County Lady Bulldogs defeated the Turner County Lady Titans on Tuesday night 60-57 on a game winning buzzer beater to advance to the GHSA Class A D-2 Semifinals

Deputies were dispatched to a fight with weapons on October 5 at approximately 3:23 a.m. in the 400 block of Boulevard Street.

A 19-year-old man was arrested after Montezuma Police say he fired gunshots in a neighborhood.

Recent CDC estimates show the 2025 flu season has caused at least 33 million illnesses, 430,000 hospitalizations and 19,000 deaths.

A Monroe County grand jury indicted Kelly Garrett Ivey this month on 17 counts, including computer pornography, obscene internet contact with a child and multiple counts of sexual exploitation of children, according to an indictment filed in Monroe County Superior Court.

Resident physician at Piedmont Macon, Robyn Cotney, says there is still time to donate for the 12th Annual Macon Daybreak Sleepout.

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is sharing tips from the Better Business Bureau that could help you spot scams before it's too late.

“I mean, this is truly unheard of to have this type of square footage to work with,” said Heather Maguire, co-owner/partner of Slate Aviation.

Parts of Bass Road will be closed for at least the next six months beginning Tuesday.

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, February 17 and Friday, February 21.

The FPD Vikings defeated the Veterans Warhawks 5-2 after a three-run walk off home run from Tinsley Lewis in the Bottom 9th

A Fort Valley city councilwoman was arrested after an altercation at a council work session escalated into physical contact and threats, according to a police report from the Fort Valley Police Department.

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