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Bibb County School District votes to opt out of H.B. 581

The Bibb County Board of Education voted 8-0 Wednesday in favor of opting out of House Bill 581, allowing the district to maintain control of property tax rates in the county moving forward.

February 5, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Board of Education voted 8-0 Wednesday in favor of opting out of House Bill 581, allowing the district to maintain control of property tax rates in the county moving forward. H.B. 581 was approved in November’s election, gaining the support of 63% of Georgia voters. The bill, also known as…

Three Southwest players sign to Clayton State University

"They meant the world to us, they were leaders and role models to the community. They were just great kids overall," said Joseph Dupree, Southwest’s head football coach.

February 5, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three Southwest players signed on National Signing Day on Wednesday. Wide receiver and cornerback, Jamarea Watkins; defensive end and tackle, Marquis Hutchings; and defensive end and tight end, Kyle Jefferson, are all going to Clayton State University. We spoke with Southwest’s head football coach Joseph Dupree about the students’ time at the school….

Macon Pops To Host Annual Fundraiser, Auction

Macon Pops to host annual concert, auction

Macon Pops Co-Founder, President and CEO, Steve Moretti, says the night will feature hits from Earth, Wind & Fire and some of the best music of the '80s, performed live by Macon Pops.

February 5, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Pops is hosting its annual fundraiser this weekend at Emerson at Plum. The event is Sunday, February 9 at 6:30 p.m. at 543 Plum St in Macon. Macon Pops Co-Founder, President and CEO, Steve Moretti, says the night will feature hits from Earth, Wind & Fire and some of the best music of the ’80s,…

Westfield’s Jackson St. Clair signs to play football and track for Berry College

"I feel like I definitely bring an aspect that they don't have right now in the return game," Jackson St. Clair said.

February 5, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

Jackson St. Clair & Family (Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – At The Westfield School in Perry, home of the Hornets, wide receiver Jackson St. Clair signed Wednesday to play football and track the Berry College Vikings in Mount Berry. “It’s definitely awesome,” he said. “I feel like I’ve been really working hard for this. I want to definitely…

Fall Line church to host night of worship, empower homeless community

Event coordinator, Trevor Celestine, says the event is a time of worship, fellowship, and a time to praise the Lord.

February 5, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fall Line Church is hosting a night of worship for the community this weekend. The event “Fight Night Worship Style” is February 7 at Fall Line Church, which is located at 2254 Rocky Creek Road in Macon. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the event starts at 7 p.m. Event coordinator, Trevor Celestine, says the event…

UPDATE: Missing man found in Bibb County

Harper has been removed from the NCIC system as a missing person.

February 5, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

UPDATE (2/5/2025) The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says Ardarryus Lashone Harper has been found and is safe. Harper has been removed from the NCIC system as a missing person. ORIGINAL 2/4/2025 MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking the community for help locating a missing person. 34-year-old Ardarryus Lashone Harper has not been seen since Monday…

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…

The Bibb County Board of Education voted 8-0 Wednesday in favor of opting out of House Bill 581, allowing the district to maintain control of property tax rates in the county moving forward.

"They meant the world to us, they were leaders and role models to the community. They were just great kids overall," said Joseph Dupree, Southwest’s head football coach.

Macon Pops Co-Founder, President and CEO, Steve Moretti, says the night will feature hits from Earth, Wind & Fire and some of the best music of the '80s, performed live by Macon Pops.

"I feel like I definitely bring an aspect that they don't have right now in the return game," Jackson St. Clair said.

Event coordinator, Trevor Celestine, says the event is a time of worship, fellowship, and a time to praise the Lord.

Harper has been removed from the NCIC system as a missing person.

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.

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