MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer Bears (15-12) lost 5-4 to the Kennesaw State Owls (16-11) at OrthoGeorgia Park Tuesday Night. Mercer tied things up at one run a piece in the bottom of the fourth inning when Ty Dalley hit a home run to right center field. After scoring three consecutive runs in the bottom of the fifth…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you like free coffee and helping children, head to Warner Robins. 7 Brew Coffee on Watson Boulevard is celebrating its grand opening with free coffee, and a donation to Atrium Health Navicent Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital. The hospital says, the money will help support its pediatric healthcare in middle and south Georgia. Director of…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Forsyth Police Department is asking for your help in a recent case. According to a recent post on the Forsyth Department Facebook page, investigators need your helping identifying the man a woman in the picture below. (Photo courtesy of Forsyth Police Department Facebook page) Police says this is related to an open theft case at…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Severe weather is headed for Middle Georgia and people are encouraged to locate safe places in their living spaces. Spencer Hawkins, Director of Macon-Bibb County Emergency Management Agency, says to find a safe place in your home ahead of severe weather . Hawkins says to stay away from windows or exterior walls. Good places to stay…
(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Annual ‘Friends of the Library’ Spring Book Sale is happening this weekend at Carolyn Crayton Park in Macon and they are currently in the middle of setting up the venue. All proceeds made from book sales will go toward Middle Georgia Regional Library who will distribute the funds to other libraries in…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Multiple people have been arrested in connection to a fraud, identity theft, federal and state income tax fraud, and human trafficking investigation. Suspects from Houston County, Bibb County, Crawford County, Fulton County and Dekalb County were arrested. Investigators discovered hundreds of stolen checks and money orders that totaled nearly one million dollars. A female human trafficking…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Update 9:45 A.M. – Portions of Middle Georgia upgraded to a level 3/5 for severe weather during the overnight hours. The most critical period is expected to be between 12 a.m. and 6 a.m. You can expect damaging winds, heavy rain, hail, and a isolated tornado. Good morning! Today begins with mild temperatures in the 60s…
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Glascock County Panthers (9-7) beat the Johnson County Trojans (8-3) 2-1 in game two of their Region 1A D-II two game series Monday. Great pitching from both sides saw over 23 strikeouts on the day combined. However, two runs from the Panthers in the Top Third would be the decider. JoCo grabbed game one…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Due to multiple accidents on popular bus routes, the Macon-Bibb Transit Authority (MTA) is making changes to some of its routes effective immediately. According to MTA, all buses that use Poplar Street will shift one block south to Plum Street. Changes are also coming Monday, April 15th, to Mulberry Street. The Chief Operating Officer of MTA, Tony…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A total solar eclipse is expected on April 8th, which is causing some schools to adjust their schedules. The estimated time for the eclipse in Georgia is between 1:45 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. with maximum exposure occurring around 3:05 p.m. Wheeler County Schools will have early dismissal at 12:30 p.m. to ensure the safety of students…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Tuesday will see warm and muggy conditions ahead of a cold front that will bring thunderstorms leading into Wednesday morning.’ This Evening Skies will remain mostly cloudy with most of the clouds being high level cirrus clouds. Still, plenty of cumulus clouds will linger into the night as well. Winds will continue to come from the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Spring time means warmer temperatures and more outdoor time, but for some, it’s time for Spring cleaning. Simply Ordered Solutions CEO, Darra McClendon, says her business aims to reduce stress for clients by helping them declutter and streamline. McClendon joined us on 41Today to share her insight on de-cluttering and creating a more manageable space. “A…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –A man was arrested Monday after ramming into three patrol vehicles after a vehicle pursuit on Riverside Drive, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The Emergency-911 Center received a call at 7:24 a.m. about a suspicious vehicle that was backed into a driveway of a residence located inside the 2200 block of Old Holton Road. Deputies…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today on Monday to highlight five wanted suspects. 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? Anthony Ullman, male. He’s wanted by…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Residents gathered in historic downtown Perry, to plant their official Dogwood Tree on Thursday, marking the beginning of the Dogwood Festival celebrations. This year marks the 35th anniversary of the festival, which has become a much-anticipated spring event for the city. In addition to celebrating the Dogwood Festival, the city is also commemorating its 200th year….
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Over 400 students from around Georgia participated in the 7th Annual Science and Engineering Fair at the Georgia College & State University, making it the largest group of elementary students since the fair started six years ago. The event was attended by a hundred school districts, and the judges say the task was a difficult. “There…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Ample sunshine will stay with Middle Georgia throughout the weekend as temperatures soar above average. Saturday: Low temperatures will be in the mid to upper 40s rolling into Saturday morning. Scattered clouds will likely be present as the sun rises, but they should clear out by lunchtime. Highs will mainly reach the upper 70s around Middle…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Oak View Group is planning a packed schedule of performances at the Macon Coliseum, Atrium Health Amphitheater and Macon City Auditorium. “It’s kinda the new wave of entertainment,” says David Aiello with the Oak View Group. Aiello says the Atrium Health Amphitheater has been in the making for over 2 years. The venue opened 3…
(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Monster Jam is coming to the Macon Coliseum this weekend (March 29th-31st). The first event is tonight at 7:00pm., followed by shows on Saturday at 1:00pm and 7:00pm and Sunday at 3:00pm. Our very own Chris Denmark spoke with Krysten Anderson the driver for Grave Digger, one of the monster trucks in the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Good morning! Here in middle Georgia, we’re greeted by a chilly start to the day, with temperatures ranging from the 30s to the 40s. However, don’t let that deter you, because today is Good Friday, and the forecast looks promising! Expect sunny skies and temperatures climbing into the 70s, providing the perfect backdrop for outdoor activities. Looking…
Photo: United Community ChurchMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — United Community Church in Macon invites you to experience the powerful Easter narrative through its annual play “He Touched Me.” The play, which brings to life the story of Jesus Christ’s last days on earth, is set to be performed on Good Friday, March 29, Easter Sunday, March 31, and the following Sunday,…
(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Community members gathered Thursday at the Historic Rose Hill Cemetery to scatter the remains of 160 people. Reverend Dr. Henry Ficklin led the ceremony at the new Scatter Garden. Representatives from the Mayor’s Council of Clergy helped scatter the ashes. Speakers at the event explained the effort that went into trying to reunite…
UPDATE (3/28/24): The Forsyth Police Department is still asking for help solving a shooting that left three people hospitalized. According to a news release, police have learned a music video was being made on the night of the graduation party. Police say they are looking for information on a red or yellow vehicle that left the scene at a high…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/MGT) – High pressure moving into Middle Georgia will keep the sun around to end the work week. The Rest of the Evening Scattered clouds over the southern half of the region from this afternoon will clear out this evening. The winds from the north-northwest will continue to be breezy with gusts upwards of 15 mph possible…