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Veterans Warhawks Head Coach Steven Devoursney Talks With 41nbc To Discuss His Newly Hired Coaching Position

New Veterans head coach Steven DeVoursney talks all things Warhawks

The man that now leads the helm of the Warhawks football program spoke to 41NBC's Justin Dierkes ahead of his first season as Head Coach in Georgia since 2021

February 5, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Veterans Warhawks have hired Steven DeVoursney to lead their football program. Coach ‘DeVo’ is the fourth head coach in the 15 year program history, replacing Josh Ingram. 41NBC spoke with him Tuesday at Freedom Field about the transition here, his past, what he plans to bring to the Warhawks program and what he can expect…

How does the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office handle immigration enforcement?

Davis says the sheriff’s office isn’t required to assist ICE in raids, nor does ICE have to contact the office before it conducts one in the area.

February 4, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will not be searching for undocumented residents in the wake of the Trump administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration. Sheriff David Davis says reports of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Macon and Warner Robins over the past two weeks have left many wondering what the near future will look…

Fort Valley State names Marlon Watson as head football coach

Fort Valley State University has named Marlon Watson as the Wildcats’ new head football coach, according to a university news release.

February 4, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Marlon Watson (Photo: FVSU Athletics)FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fort Valley State University has named Marlon Watson as the Wildcats’ new head football coach, according to a university news release. Watson, who replaces Shawn Gibbs following his departure to North Carolina A&T State University, joins FVSU after two seasons at Prairie View A&M University, where he served as the special…

Bike Walk Macon celebrates 10th anniversary, hosts inaugural ‘Streets For All Fest’

Founder of Bike Walk Macon, Rachel Umana, says there will be informational and recreational activities, group rides, walks, and community-focused gatherings.

February 4, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon is celebrating their 10th anniversary and hosting a weekend-long celebration of biking and walking to kick off the milestone. Founder of Bike Walk Macon, Rachel Umana, says there will be informational and recreational activities, group rides, walks, and community-focused gatherings. The inaugural ‘Streets for All Fest’ will take place March 6-8. Thursday, March…

Local doctor shares heart healthy habits for American Heart Month

Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Atrium Health Navicent, Dr. Patrick Kohtz, says heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

February 4, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A local doctor is sharing tips and encouraging heart healthy habits for the community in honor of American Heart Month. Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Atrium Health Navicent, Dr. Patrick Kohtz, says heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. “Making a few simple lifestyle changes can make an incredible impact on your heart…

14-year-old injured after crashing his dirt bike into Houston County school bus

Officers say the 14-year-old driver on the dirt bike disregarded the red light and proceeded into the intersection where the vehicles struck.

February 4, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A teenager was injured after his dirt bike collided into a Houston County school bus on Tuesday morning, according to the Warner Robins Police Department. The incident happened at 6:35 a.m. at S. Davis Dr. and Wall St. in Warner Robins on February 4. According to the Warner Robins Police Department, the school bus was…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores January 27-31

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, January 27 and Friday, January 31.

February 4, 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, January 27 and Friday, January 31. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…

UPDATE: Iquane Brown charged with murder in death of Sammy Jackson

Atlanta Police Department (APD) says 30-year-old Iquane Brown is now charged with murder in connection to the January death of Sammy Jackson.

February 3, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Iquane Shaquille Brown (Photo: Houston County Sheriff’s Office) Sammy Jackson (Family) UPDATE (2/3/25): Atlanta Police Department (APD) says 30-year-old Iquane Brown is now charged with murder in connection to the January death of Sammy Jackson. According to an update from Atlanta Police on Monday, Brown is charged with murder, aggravated assault, armed robbery, hijacking of a motor vehicle, kidnapping, use…

The Lindsey Center Offers Houston Cares Health Clinic

The Lindsey Center offering Houston Cares Health Clinic this weekend

"We were surprised that that was one of the big things that came out in our community. So, we move forward with planning the center we knew that we needed to hit just that health services piece for our community," Bonnie Brown said.

February 3, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Lindsey Center Clinic in Warner Robins will provide free health, dental, hearing and vision screenings this week to anyone who needs those services. Bonnie Brown, the coordinator of student services with the Houston County School District, says after speaking with people throughout the community, she realized it was in urgent need of health services….

National Marriage Week Celebration events to take place across Middle Georgia

Owner of Infinity Training Center, Dr. Tonya Moore, says there will be events each day that are open to the community.

February 3, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Infinity Training Center is hosting National Marriage Week Celebration from February 7 – 14. Owner of Infinity Training Center, Dr. Tonya Moore, says there will be events each day that are open to the community. Saturday, February 8: Renewed Beauty and Spa at 627 South Houston Lake in Warner Robins. The event is from 1 p.m….

GDC confirms inmate death at Dooly State Prison

The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) has confirmed an inmate died at Dooly State Prison on Sunday.

February 3, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

UNADILLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) has confirmed an inmate died at Dooly State Prison on Sunday. According to GDC, which did not immediately reveal the inmate’s identity, authorities don’t suspect foul play at this time. The body was turned over to the county coroner, who will send it to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI)…

Crimestoppers asks for help finding fugitives from Middle Georgia

Today's word of the day: Trendsetter

February 3, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and discuss the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations, police departments and other law enforcement agencies in eight Middle Georgia counties to provide anonymous rewards for tips that lead to criminal arrests. Can you help track down the following suspects?…

Very warm conditions likely Tuesday

February 3, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This Evening Clear skies from this afternoon will stay that way into tonight as temperatures fall from the 70s into the 50s and eventually 40s by tomorrow morning. While overhead skies stay clear, however, some fog is likely ahead of tomorrow. Wind will be gentle overnight from the southwest. Tomorrow Tuesday will be a very warm…

Sheriff: 2 Macon men arrested after trying to smuggle prohibited items into Washington State Prison with drone

Two Macon men are facing felony charges after deputies say they tried to use a drone to smuggle contraband into Washington State Prison late Friday night.

February 3, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Macon men are facing felony charges after the Washington County Sheriff’s Office says they tried to use a drone to smuggle contraband into Washington State Prison late Friday night. According to Sheriff Joel Cochran, a deputy patrolling near the prison saw and heard a drone flying overhead. The deputy followed the drone as it flew…

Report: Jones County football coach, athletic director resign

41NBC’s Justin Dierkes reached out to both men, as well as the school district, for further information.

February 3, 2025

Tucker Sargent, Justin Dierkes,

File: August 2022GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Jones County High School head football coach Mike Chastain and athletic director Chad Alligood have resigned. The news was first reported Monday by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes reached out to both men, as well as School District Superintendent Charles Lundy, for further information. Both Alligood and Chastain confirmed their resignations. “I made…

Usta Recognizes Macon Bibb County Parks & Rec Tennis Division For Their Work With ‘adaptive Tennis’

Macon-Bibb County Parks and Recreation earns UTSA recognition for Blind Tennis program

The United States Tennis Association has awarded the County Tennis Division the 'Adaptive Tennis Award' for their work with the Georgia Academy for the Blind

February 1, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb County Parks and Recreation Department’s Tennis Division has been honored with the Adaptive Tennis Award from the United States Tennis Association for its work teaching visually impaired students how to play “Blind Tennis” at the Georgia Academy for the Blind. Thursday afternoon, Justin Dierkes stopped by the Georgia Academy for the Blind to speak…

UPDATE: Deputies make arrest after pair of ‘suspicious incidents’ at Macon Walmart

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 24-year-old Kemontre Braswell was taken into custody following its investigation into a pair of "suspicious incidents" at Walmart on Harrison Road this month.

January 31, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek, Tucker Sargent,

Kemontre Braswell (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (1/31/25): The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says 24-year-old Kemontre Braswell was taken into custody following its investigation into a pair of “suspicious incidents” at Walmart on Harrison Road this month. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies found Braswell at a hotel and interviewed him. He claimed the acts were based on popular or…

17-year-old arrested for series of car break-ins in Jones County

According to a news release, deputies began responding to calls about cars being broken into on Sun Valley Drive on January 27. A handgun was reported stolen out of one of the vehicles.

January 31, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 17-year-old was arrested for a series of car break-ins in Jones County, according to the Jones County Sheriff’s Office. According to a news release, deputies began responding to calls about cars being broken into on Sun Valley Drive on January 27. A handgun was reported stolen out of one of the vehicles. On January…

Groundhog day this weekend

January 31, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunny and warm weather is anticipated for the first weekend of February. This Evening Storms will move through Middle Georgia during the suppertime and late evening hours as a cold front passes through the region. Thunder and lightning are fair game as well as a few strong wind gusts, however severe weather is not expected. Rain…

Peach County man convicted of child molestation after week-long trial

A Peach County jury has convicted a 37-year-old man of multiple child molestation charges after a week-long trial, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office.

January 31, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Peach County jury has convicted a 37-year-old man of multiple child molestation charges after a week-long trial, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Jurors found Deshawn Courtney Mathis guilty of aggravated child molestation, two counts of child molestation and enticing a child for indecent Purposes. The verdict came after less than…

Bernd Elementary hosts Leadership Day, encourages students to ‘Go to Infinity and Beyond’

"Our students are making gains, and we're also getting them ready to go out and become caring citizens in the world," Principal Amber Daniel said.

January 31, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Leadership was on full display at Bernd Elementary School on Friday as students took part in the school’s Barned Leadership Academy’s Leadership Day. This year’s theme, “Leadership Will Take You to Infinity and Beyond,” encouraged students to dream big and embrace their potential. “Everyone has genius, everyone has talent, and they just need to tap into…

Georgia State Patrol dismisses ticket after dashcam video sparks controversy in Warner Robins

A traffic stop in Warner Robins during the Thunder Task Force operation Thursday led to a viral dashcam video and a now-dismissed citation for a local driver.

January 31, 2025

Tucker Sargent, Fiona King,

Screengrab from a video shared on Lawrence Dixon’s Facebook page.WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A traffic stop in Warner Robins during the Thunder Task Force operation Thursday led to a viral dashcam video and a now-dismissed citation for a driver. The footage, shared nearly 5,000 times from Lawrence Dixon’s Facebook account as of 4 p.m. on Friday, showed Dixon being…

UPDATE: Missing Telfair County man found safe

A man reported missing in Telfair County has been found safe.

January 31, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Blaine Allen (Photo: Telfair County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (1/31/25): A man reported missing in Telfair County has been found safe. “UPDATE – Mr. Allen has been located and is safe. Thanks for all who shared,” a post on the sheriff’s office Facebook page stated on Friday. ORIGINAL STORY (1/30/25): TELFAIR COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Telfair County Sheriff’s Office is asking…

Macon-Bibb residents to discuss term limits at East Macon Town Hall

Community members can voice opinions on mayoral term limits and other local issues

January 31, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County residents have an opportunity tonight to voice their opinions on the future of local government structure. Elected officials and community organizers are gathering for an East Macon Town Hall, where discussions will center on a proposed charter amendment that could extend mayoral term limits. Earlier this month, the Macon-Bibb County…

The man that now leads the helm of the Warhawks football program spoke to 41NBC's Justin Dierkes ahead of his first season as Head Coach in Georgia since 2021

Davis says the sheriff’s office isn’t required to assist ICE in raids, nor does ICE have to contact the office before it conducts one in the area.

Fort Valley State University has named Marlon Watson as the Wildcats’ new head football coach, according to a university news release.

Founder of Bike Walk Macon, Rachel Umana, says there will be informational and recreational activities, group rides, walks, and community-focused gatherings.

Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Atrium Health Navicent, Dr. Patrick Kohtz, says heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

Officers say the 14-year-old driver on the dirt bike disregarded the red light and proceeded into the intersection where the vehicles struck.

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, January 27 and Friday, January 31.

Atlanta Police Department (APD) says 30-year-old Iquane Brown is now charged with murder in connection to the January death of Sammy Jackson.

"We were surprised that that was one of the big things that came out in our community. So, we move forward with planning the center we knew that we needed to hit just that health services piece for our community," Bonnie Brown said.

Owner of Infinity Training Center, Dr. Tonya Moore, says there will be events each day that are open to the community.

The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) has confirmed an inmate died at Dooly State Prison on Sunday.

Today's word of the day: Trendsetter

Two Macon men are facing felony charges after deputies say they tried to use a drone to smuggle contraband into Washington State Prison late Friday night.

41NBC’s Justin Dierkes reached out to both men, as well as the school district, for further information.

The United States Tennis Association has awarded the County Tennis Division the 'Adaptive Tennis Award' for their work with the Georgia Academy for the Blind

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 24-year-old Kemontre Braswell was taken into custody following its investigation into a pair of "suspicious incidents" at Walmart on Harrison Road this month.

According to a news release, deputies began responding to calls about cars being broken into on Sun Valley Drive on January 27. A handgun was reported stolen out of one of the vehicles.

A Peach County jury has convicted a 37-year-old man of multiple child molestation charges after a week-long trial, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office.

"Our students are making gains, and we're also getting them ready to go out and become caring citizens in the world," Principal Amber Daniel said.

A traffic stop in Warner Robins during the Thunder Task Force operation Thursday led to a viral dashcam video and a now-dismissed citation for a local driver.

A man reported missing in Telfair County has been found safe.

Community members can voice opinions on mayoral term limits and other local issues

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