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Macon celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day with annual citywide march

Elected officials and local organizations led marchers from four recreation centers down to City Hall in honor of the reverend and civil rights icon.

January 20, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Near freezing temperatures couldn’t stop Macon residents from celebrating the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Elected officials and local organizations led marchers from four recreation centers down to City Hall in honor of the reverend and civil rights icon. Macon-Bibb County District 2 Commissioner Paul Bronson says Dr. King’s dream still requires action,…

Houston County NAACP hosts MLK march

"How we stood together and helped each other, how we fight for one another," Pastor SD Campbell said. "There's an African proverb that says, 'When you run a race you may go faster, but when you run together you will go further.'"

January 20, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s 96th birthday and the holiday, the Houston county NAACP hosted “Celebration All In” on Monday. The event marked the 30th anniversary as a national day of service commemorating the legacy of Dr. King. The community-wide event started with a with an honorary march that began at Oldfield Baptist…

UPDATE: Armarion Hunt, last suspect wanted in connection with deadly shooting in Sparta, now in custody

Armarion Hunt, the last suspect wanted in connection with the death of 18-year-old Javen Lamont Turner earlier this month, was taken into custody in Milledgeville, according to an update from Sparta Police.

January 18, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Sparta Police DepartmentUPDATE (1/18/25): Armarion Hunt, the last suspect wanted in connection with the death of 18-year-old Javen Lamont Turner earlier this month, was taken into custody in Milledgeville, according to an update from Sparta Police. “We extend our gratitude to the GBI-Milledgeville Region 6 for their tireless efforts and commitment to the case, resulting in the successful apprehension…

Top 3 Region Basketball Action As Central Lady Chargers Battles Ace Lady Gryphons

Girls Hoops: ACE beats Central 32-20 in Region Play

The ACE Lady Gryphons (15-2, 6-2) beat the Central Lady Chargers (14-4, 7-1) Friday night in Region 2-A Division Play

January 18, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The ACE Lady Gryphons earned their fifteenth win of the season with a 32-20 victory over the Central Lady Chargers. The Lady Gryphons improved to 6-2 in Region 2-A Division One action. The Lady Chargers drop to 14-4 on the season. This was Central’s first region loss of the season. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags:…

Ghsa Region 2 Single A D1 Matchup As Southwest Battles Bleckley County In Basketball Action

Boys Hoops: Bleckley County Pulls Off the Region Upset on the Road Over Southwest

The Bleckley County Royals (9-9, 6-4) took on the Southwest Patriots (14-2, 6-2) in Region 2-A Division One Play

January 18, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bleckley County Royals earned their ninth win of the season with a 39-37 thriller over the Southwest Patriots. The Royals improve to 6-4 on the season in Region 2-A Division One action. The Patriots drop to 14-2 on the season, with both losses coming in region games. Southwest fell to second place in the…

DA explains legal distinctions in charges related to 3-year-old Royal Rhodes’ death

The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office is attempting to provide clarify on the legal distinctions in the death of 3-year-old Royal Rhodes, who was struck and killed near a hotel in October.

January 17, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office is attempting to provide clarify on the legal distinctions in the death of 3-year-old Royal Rhodes, who was struck and killed near a hotel in October. “We hear your concerns about the recent tragic incident involving the death of three-year-old Royal Rhodes,” District Attorney Anita Howard wrote in a…

What Georgia’s 2025 economic outlook means for two Middle Georgia communities

Middle Georgia lawmakers and business owners met for the Macon leg of the 42nd annual Georgia Economic Outlook series on Friday to hear how economic trends will affect their communities.

January 17, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia’s economy will outpace the nation’s in 2025, according to the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business. Middle Georgia lawmakers and business owners met for the Macon leg of the 42nd annual Georgia Economic Outlook series on Friday to hear how economic trends will affect their communities. Benjamin Ayers, Dean of the…

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Site January 17 2025

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Site unveiled in Warner Robins

"It's just an honor that these people have come here to represent what we stood for back then," said Vietnam combat Veteran Michael Driggers.

January 17, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins held the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Land Tribute Event on Friday to honor the sacrifices and legacy of those who served during the Vietnam War and to unveil the future site of Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Shuttles from Hope Church took guests to the event site, which was packed with Houston and…

Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia celebrates new Bobby Cramer Drive and Thrift Store reopening

They will be accepting all donations: new or gently used items from household goods, clothing, furniture and other items.

January 17, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia is celebrating the grand reopening of its Barn Center Thrift Store, now accessible via the newly named Bobby Cramer Drive off Zebulon Road, with a weekend of discounts and donations. The sale, happening Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., will feature store-wide savings from 25-50% off. They will be…

Rain tonight/tomorrow; powerful winds Sunday

January 17, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming low pressure system will bring rain over the first half of the weekend before the associated cold front plummets temperatures Sunday. This Evening What has been a sunny afternoon will see cloud cover ramp up through the suppertime hours. While these will initially be high cirrus clouds, thicker mid and low level clouds will…

2 women injured in shooting at Shurling Drive KFC in Macon

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that injured two women at Kentucky Fried Chicken on 844 Shurling Drive Friday afternoon.

January 17, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that injured two women at Kentucky Fried Chicken on 844 Shurling Drive Friday afternoon. The shooting was reported to the Macon-Bibb Emergency-911 Center at 2:26, deputies said in a news release. Responding deputies found a 26-year-old woman and a 22-year-old woman with gunshot wounds. Paramedics provided medical…

Police: $175,000 in stolen property recovered, two arrested in joint investigation

An investigation by the Perry Police Department, Bibb County Sheriff's Office and Houston County Sheriff's Office led to the recovery of $175,000 in stolen property and the arrest of two people, according to a news release from the Perry Police Department.

January 17, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Winters and Hamrick (Photos: Houston County Sheriff’s Office, Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An investigation by the Perry Police Department, Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and Houston County Sheriff’s Office led to the recovery of $175,000 in stolen property and the arrest of two people, according to a news release from the Perry Police Department. Timothy Winters and Ronnie…

‘Silence the Violence’ pledge to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy

The "Silence the Violence" Pledge to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy is happening on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 12723 Broad Street in Sparta.

January 17, 2025

Denise Turner,

SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — O³C Organization is launching “Silence the Violence” Pledge to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy on Sunday. Community leaders and residents will come together to discuss actionable solutions to stop violence in Sparta and surrounding areas. Speakers at the event will include Mayor Allen Haywood, Chairman Adrick Ingram, Chief of Police Tommy Walker and…

Middle Georgia Sorority and Fraternity celebrate their 18th annual Founders’ Day and host community baby shower

The celebration is taking place this Saturday at New Beginning Outreach Center, First Baptist Church on Garmon Street at 620 Wellborn Road in Warner Robins.

January 17, 2025

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Middle Georgia Chapters of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. celebrate their 18th Annual Founders’ Day and Host Community Baby Shower on Saturday. They’re hosting this event to celebrate the legacy of two historic organizations, acknowledge scholastic endeavors and support maternal health initiatives. The event’s keynote speaker is Dr. Walter E….

Tree planting begins at Coleman Hill Park to revitalize the Cherry Blossom Trail in Downtown Macon

"The cherry tree is obviously very sacred in Macon-Bibb County, but over the years, we've kind of just lost touch, I guess you'll say, with the Cherry Blossom Trail and kind of incorporating that into the Cherry Blossom Festival,” said Michael Glisson, Director of Parks & Beautification Department.

January 17, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Parks & Beautification Department started planting trees early Friday morning at Coleman Hill Park to remap and revitalize the Cherry Blossom Trail in Downtown Macon. This project was made possible by Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful who received a $10,000 grant earlier this week from the Fickling Family Foundation. A variety of Cherry Blossom…

Middle Georgia content creators weigh impact of TikTok ban

Over the years, the Chinese owned short-form video hosting service has not only provided entertainment but has also helped businesses gain brand awareness.

January 16, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With a U.S. TikTok ban expected to go into effect on Sunday, unless the Supreme Court decides the law that put it in place is unconstitutional, Lonzo Hennessy is hoping for a miracle. “I was hoping it ended up staying,” Hennessy said. “I hope something magically happens and it ends up staying.” Over the years, the…

UPDATE: I-16 East back open after semi-truck crashes into barriers, shuts down both lanes

A crash on I-16 Eastbound at SR 87/US 80/MLK Jr. Blvd. in Macon shut down all lanes Thursday afternoon.

January 16, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Photo courtesy: Moises Velez SaezUPDATE (9:12 p.m.) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office confirmed there were no injuries reported in a crash Thursday afternoon on Interstate 16 East near Exit 2. Deputies say a semi-truck struck multiple barriers. The crash caused all lanes to be shut down and traffic was redirected off the interstate to Exit 2. Crews worked to…

Warming up more Friday

January 16, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures should largely eclipse 60 degrees around Middle Georgia Friday afternoon. This Evening A sunny afternoon will turn into a clear and chilly night as wind from the west-southwest shifts more towards the west-northwest as it slows to 5-10 mph. Gusts through tonight should reach as high as 15 mph, which is calmer than the 20-25…

Union Elementary School recognized by GADOE for exceptional academic achievements

"I've seen a lot of improvement since the first day of school," third grade teacher Mark Wallace said. "We're working hard motivating them, inspiring them to keep on working, because it’s a long journey. Third grade is the start, but they have a long way to go."

January 16, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Department of Education is recognizing nine Bibb County schools with exceptional academic achievements and improvement. State School Superintendent Richard Woods said he is incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication demonstrated by all the students, teachers and school communities recognized. Union Elementary principal LaShun Crawford says she sees a major difference in the…

Woman sentenced in deed fraud scheme, another man’s probation revoked for downtown Macon assault arrest

The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office announced two major legal outcomes this week.

January 16, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office announced two major legal outcomes this week. According to a news release, Angela Jessie Spradley received a five-year prison sentence followed by 25 years of probation for orchestrating a deed fraud scheme that victimized multiple Bibb County property owners. In a separate case, 49-year-old Maurice Monterial Williams had his…

Realign your business vision by attending a business conference in Stonecrest

N-VISION YOUR VISION = RESET is happening on Saturday in Stonecrest at Stonecrest Public Library.

January 16, 2025

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An event to empower business leaders, business owners and entrepreneurs called, “N-VISION YOUR VISION = RESET” is happening in Stonecrest. Host, Speaker and Event Organizer of QEMN Enterprises and Serva Empowerment, Dr. Janet Lamar said, as a Business Consultant & Strategist she designed this event to to be a transformative experience to help inspire leaders and…

UPDATE: Arrest made in connection with December I-16 crash that killed Soperton man

A man is now in custody in connection with a deadly crash on I-16 West last month.

January 16, 2025

41NBC Web Producer, Tucker Sargent,

Paul James Evans (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (1/16/25): A man is now in custody in connection with a deadly crash on I-16 West last month. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, Paul James Evans turned himself in at the Bibb County Jail Thursday around 11 a.m. Deputies say he was wanted in connection with the death…

Daniel " Boone " Williams Discusses With 41nbc About His New Head Coaching Position At Northside

Northside’s new head coach Daniel ‘Boone’ Williams speaks on future of Eagles team

Head Coach 'Boone' spoke about what he will bring to the team and what he's seen from his team going into the 2025 season

January 16, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County School Board approved the hiring of Northside High School’s next football head coach, Daniel ‘Boone’ Williams, on Tuesday. Coach Boone comes to the Eagles after six seasons leading the Langston Hughes program in Fairburn, where he took his team to three state championship games in four seasons, and won it all…

Dr. Martin Luther King Honored With A Wreath Laying Ceremony At City Hall

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. honored with wreath laying ceremony at City Hall

"I think he would still want to lend his voice of encouragement and motivation, and activation, getting active in something," Elaine Lucas said. "I think he would still be saying that, in that strong voice, he would still be encouraging all of us to do something to serve, and in serving we will certainly make progress."

January 15, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb’s Martin Luther King Jr. Board honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy on Wednesday, his 96th birthday, with a wreath-laying ceremony at City Hall. King, both a Baptist minister and Civil Rights activist, had a huge impact on race relations in the United States, beginning in the mid-1950s. Aside from King’s famous “I Have A…

Elected officials and local organizations led marchers from four recreation centers down to City Hall in honor of the reverend and civil rights icon.

"How we stood together and helped each other, how we fight for one another," Pastor SD Campbell said. "There's an African proverb that says, 'When you run a race you may go faster, but when you run together you will go further.'"

Armarion Hunt, the last suspect wanted in connection with the death of 18-year-old Javen Lamont Turner earlier this month, was taken into custody in Milledgeville, according to an update from Sparta Police.

The ACE Lady Gryphons (15-2, 6-2) beat the Central Lady Chargers (14-4, 7-1) Friday night in Region 2-A Division Play

The Bleckley County Royals (9-9, 6-4) took on the Southwest Patriots (14-2, 6-2) in Region 2-A Division One Play

The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office is attempting to provide clarify on the legal distinctions in the death of 3-year-old Royal Rhodes, who was struck and killed near a hotel in October.

Middle Georgia lawmakers and business owners met for the Macon leg of the 42nd annual Georgia Economic Outlook series on Friday to hear how economic trends will affect their communities.

"It's just an honor that these people have come here to represent what we stood for back then," said Vietnam combat Veteran Michael Driggers.

They will be accepting all donations: new or gently used items from household goods, clothing, furniture and other items.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that injured two women at Kentucky Fried Chicken on 844 Shurling Drive Friday afternoon.

An investigation by the Perry Police Department, Bibb County Sheriff's Office and Houston County Sheriff's Office led to the recovery of $175,000 in stolen property and the arrest of two people, according to a news release from the Perry Police Department.

The "Silence the Violence" Pledge to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy is happening on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 12723 Broad Street in Sparta.

The celebration is taking place this Saturday at New Beginning Outreach Center, First Baptist Church on Garmon Street at 620 Wellborn Road in Warner Robins.

Over the years, the Chinese owned short-form video hosting service has not only provided entertainment but has also helped businesses gain brand awareness.

A crash on I-16 Eastbound at SR 87/US 80/MLK Jr. Blvd. in Macon shut down all lanes Thursday afternoon.

"I've seen a lot of improvement since the first day of school," third grade teacher Mark Wallace said. "We're working hard motivating them, inspiring them to keep on working, because it’s a long journey. Third grade is the start, but they have a long way to go."

The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office announced two major legal outcomes this week.

N-VISION YOUR VISION = RESET is happening on Saturday in Stonecrest at Stonecrest Public Library.

A man is now in custody in connection with a deadly crash on I-16 West last month.

Head Coach 'Boone' spoke about what he will bring to the team and what he's seen from his team going into the 2025 season

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