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Middle Georgia breast cancer survivors, doctors agree on importance of early detection

Dr. Paul Dale, the Director for the Atrium Health Navicent Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, says women should begin baseline screening mammograms no later than age 40.

October 25, 2024

Taylor Gilchrist,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The significance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month will never be lost on Stephanie Wright. It was January 26, 2020, when she entered the ring for an unexpected fight. “I was just laying around,” Wright said. “And I went to get up, and I just kind of felt something that didn’t feel right on my left breast.”…

Decision 2024: Meet Floyd Griffin, candidate for Georgia House District 149

Early voting began on October 15 and ends on November 1. Election day is November 5.

October 25, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Ken Vance and Floyd Griffin are on the ballot for Georgia House District 149. 41NBC’s Monica Diaz-Meek spoke with Floyd Griffin ahead of the November 5 election. Candidate name: Floyd Griffin Running for: Georgia House District 149 Campaign Website: floydgriffin.com MONICA- Welcome back. Today we have Floyd Griffin, who is running for Georgia House district 149. Thank…

Jay’s HOPE Foundation to host 19th annual Trek or Treat

There will be a 5k road race, mile-long unSpooky Sprint, and the Candy Mile for the kids.

October 25, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Jay’s HOPE Foundation is hosting the 19th annual Trek or Treat. Executive Director at Jay’s HOPE Foundation, Cindy Gaskins, says the event is open to everyone and encourages the community to show up. Gaskins says this event is for runners and walkers. Gaskins says the event began 19 years ago with nearly 100 runners, but now…

State Farm to host 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat: Halloween Howl

State Farm Insurance Agent, T.J. Sutter, says the event is open to the entire community.

October 25, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – State Farm is hosting the 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat: Halloween Howl. The event is October 26 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Southwest High School and Law Academy, which is located 1775 Williamson Road in Macon. State Farm Insurance Agent, T.J. Sutter, says the event is open to the entire community. Sutter encourages attendees…

Vienna woman sentenced to 12 years for massive COVID-19 fraud and firearm charge

A Vienna woman was sentenced to 12 years in prison for her role in a fraud scheme targeting the Georgia Department of Labor and a separate charge for illegal possession of a machine gun, according to a news release from the United States Department of Justice.

October 25, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Vienna woman was sentenced to 12 years in prison for her role in a fraud scheme targeting the Georgia Department of Labor and a separate charge for illegal possession of a machine gun, according to a news release from the United States Department of Justice. 32-year-old Tyshion Nautese Hicks was sentenced for conspiracy to commit…

Macon man convicted in multiple 2022 homicides

A Middle Georgia jury convicted Brian Greene of murder on Thursday for the killings of two men in unrelated, random shootings just eight days apart in 2022, according to a news release from the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office.

October 25, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Photos: Glenn Stevens and Elijah Rasheed (Courtesy: Family/Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office) Brian Greene (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Middle Georgia jury convicted Brian Greene of murder on Thursday for the killings of two men in unrelated, random shootings just eight days apart in 2022, according to a news release from the Macon Judicial…

Houston County Lady Bears Take On South Paulding In Second Round Of Ghsa Class 5aaaaa Matchup

Houston County Splits Doubleheader with South Paulding in the GHSA Class AAAAA Second Round of Playoff Softball

The Houston County Lady Bears (22-10) split their home doubleheader with the South Paulding Lady Spartans (17-9) to force a game three Friday at 5 P.M.

October 25, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – In GHSA Class AAAAA second round playoff softball, the Houston County Lady Bears (22-10) split their home doubleheader with the South Paulding Lady Spartans (17-9) to force a game three Friday at 5 P.M. Hoco came up short in game one 6-3, but bounced back in game two with a 10-1 victory. Categories: Local…

Ace Lady Gryphons Host Jeff Davis In Girls Softball

ACE Sweeps Jeff Davis in the GHSA Class A Division One Second Round of Playoff Softball

The ACE Lady Gryphons (25-6) swept the Jeff Davis Lady Yellow Jackets (21-10) at home Thursday night to advance to the State Championship rounds

October 25, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The ACE Lady Gryphons (25-6) swept the Jeff Davis Lady Yellow Jackets (21-10) at home Thursday night to advance to the State Championship rounds with a 5-4 win in 10 innings in game one, and a 6-4 victory in game two. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: Academy of Classical Education, ACE, ACE Lady Gryphons,…

‘Freedom is at Stake Get Out the Vote’ Bus Tour stops at FVSU

The tour is traveling to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the country to engage young voters and give them rides to the polls.

October 24, 2024

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Freedom is at Stake GOTV Bus Tour is traveling to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the country to engage young voters. On Thursday, the bus stopped at Fort Valley State University to give students rides to the polls in order to cast a ballot. Tour leaders say they’re working…

41NBC hosts Job Fair at Houston County Galleria

The Job Fair was to scout new and needed talent in the Middle Georgia area.

October 24, 2024

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – People in the community had their resumes at the ready as 41NBC hosted a job fair at the Houston County Galleria Mall on Thursday. Various businesses from air conditioning services to the Marines attended the event, which saw a good turnout. Middle Georgia businesses urgently need to fill positions; some are short staffed…

Bike Walk Macon to host Macon’s Big Bike Ride 2024

Founder of Bike Walk Macon, Rachel Umana, says she wants the community to show up and get excited for the event.

October 24, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon is hosting Macon’s Big Bike Ride, which aims to raise awareness for the need for friendlier, safer, and healthier streets in Macon. Macon’s Big Bike Ride will be November 1 at 300 Cherry Street. Kick-Off Party/Registration: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Ride: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. After party: JBA Macon at 10…

Decision 2024: Meet Barbara Boyer, candidate for Georgia House District 143

Early voting began on October 15 and ends on November 1. Election day is November 5.

October 24, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Anissa Jones and Barbara Boyer are on the ballot for Georgia House District 143. 41NBC’s Monica Diaz-Meek spoke with Barbara Boyer ahead of the November 5 election. Candidate name: Barbara Boyer Running for: Georgia House District 143 Campaign Website: barbaraforgeorgia.com MONICA- Welcome back. Today we have Barbara Boyer, who’s running for Georgia House District 143. Thank you…

Rigby’s to host trick or treat event

Director of Sales and Marketing, Gracie Preston Rigby, says attendees are encouraged to wear costumes and bring a bag for candy.

October 24, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rigby’s Water World is hosting a free trick or treat event for the community. The event is October 26 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Rigby’s Water World. Director of Sales and Marketing, Gracie Preston Rigby, says attendees are encouraged to wear costumes and bring a bag for candy. There will be a contest for…

Slightly cooler Friday

October 24, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A weak cold front is dropping temperatures and the humidity slightly to finish the work week. This Evening Skies will remain clear into tonight and conditions will be less muggy than last night courtesy of a weak cold front moving through. Wind overnight will blow out of the north-northwest around 5 mph. Temperatures will valley in…

Business community partners with new educators in Bibb County

OneMacon's Business Education Partnership announced its new business/teacher match program.

October 24, 2024

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Local business leaders and new teachers from the Bibb County School District met Thursday for the Bibb Education Partnership’s meeting. Bibb County Schools Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims expressed how important the partnership is to shape students’ future. “There are so many things that can happen out of that,” he said. “I believe what is going to…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office releases video of suspect wanted in connection with July murder

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in helping to identify a suspect in connection with the death of 31-year-old Demarious Shamonte Brown.

October 24, 2024

Tucker Sargent, Monica Diaz-Meek,

UPDATE (10/24/24): The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in helping to identify a suspect wanted in connection with the death of 31-year-old Demarious Shamonte Brown. Brown died on July 13 in the 2200 block of Gray Highway. The suspect is an older male with a beard, wearing a Dickies’ brand safety vest, a dark colored…

Fpd Vikings Gearing Up To Do Battle As They Face Off Against The Tattnall Square Trojans In Our Game Of The Week

FPD meets TSA in a Rivalry Region Matchup for the Week 11 Game of the Week

The First Presbyterian Day Vikings (8-1) look for their first region title since 2021 has they host the Tattnall Square Academy Trojans (7-1) for our Week 11 Game of the Week

October 24, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – George S. Johnson Memorial Stadium is the site where the 8-1 FPD Vikings are red hot coming into the final game of the regular season. Second year head coach Brett Collier has this FPD squad in prime position for a repeat state championship run. After the St. Anne Pacelli loss in Week Three, the Vikings…

Giaa Announced Tattnall Square Academy Girl's Softball Head Coach Jordan Brooks As The Recipient Of Their Coach Of The Year Award

Tattnall Square Softball Head Coach Wins GIAA Head Coach of the Year

Lady Trojans Head Coach Jordan Brooks wins GIAA Coach of the Year Award

October 24, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Tattnall Square Academy Softball Head Coach Jordan Brooks has won the 2024 GIAA Coach of the Year award. Coach Brooks lead the Lady Trojans to an historic 29-5 season that capped off with a Class AAAA State Championship on Saturday in Columbus. This TSA squad ranked seventh in the nation, second in the state, first…

Cullen Talton, America’s longest serving sheriff, honored at funeral service

Talton was honored for his service to Houston County, not only in his five decades as sheriff, but also in the years prior when he was a county commissioner.

October 23, 2024

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Hundreds of people gathered inside Southside Baptist Church Wednesday to celebrate the life of America’s longest serving sheriff, Cullen Talton. Talton was honored for his service to Houston County, not only in his five decades as sheriff, but also in the years prior when he was a county commissioner. Former Georgia state…

‘PeaceFull Parenting’ to host class about childbirth, newborn tips

The event is October 26 at LKK in Gray, Georgia. The class will begin at 12 p.m.

October 23, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – PeaceFull Parenting is hosting a childbirth and newborn class for expecting parents. The event is October 26 at LKK in Gray, Georgia. The class will begin at 12 p.m. Owner of PeaceFull Parenting, Sabrina Hobbs, says she wants to help new parents and prepare them for life with a newborn. The class is free and lunch…

Living Waters’ Ministry launches The House of Hope Initiative

Co-founder of Living Waters' Ministry, Julie Balducci, says the non-profit is committed to helping women and children overcome various forms of brokenness.

October 23, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Living Waters’ Ministry opened a new facility that will provide shelter, support, and spiritual healing for at-risk youth in Warner Robins. Founder of Living Waters’ Ministry, Liz Miller, said the facility is called the House of Hope. Miller says the facility is built on the mission of fostering change through faith, mentorship, and individualized care and…

Well above average temperatures expected Thursday

October 23, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures around Middle Georgia will be around ten degrees above average Thursday afternoon. This Evening Sunny skies from the afternoon will stay clear heading into tonight. The gradual warming trend the Peach State has seen over the past several days will continue. Low temperatures tonight will be in the mid to upper 50s, or around 5…

Decision 2024: Meet Anissa Jones, candidate for Georgia House District 143

Early voting began on October 15 and ends on November 1. Election day is November 5.

October 23, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Anissa Jones and Barbara Boyer are on the ballot for Georgia House District 143. 41NBC’s Monica Diaz-Meek spoke with Anissa Jones ahead of the November 5 election. Candidate name: Anissa Jones Running for: Georgia House District 143 Campaign Website: electanissajones.com MONICA- Welcome back. Today we have Anissa Jones, who’s running for Georgia House district 143. Thank you…

Former Forsyth-Monroe Chamber President/CEO arrested for theft

According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, the visa card was used for non- business-related purchases.

October 23, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Former Forsyth-Monroe Chamber President/CEO Rebecca Stone was arrested for theft on Wednesday, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies obtained arrest warrants on October 23 for Stone regarding a theft involving a Monroe County Chamber of Commerce Endeavor Visa card. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the visa card was used for non- business-related…

Dr. Paul Dale, the Director for the Atrium Health Navicent Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, says women should begin baseline screening mammograms no later than age 40.

Early voting began on October 15 and ends on November 1. Election day is November 5.

There will be a 5k road race, mile-long unSpooky Sprint, and the Candy Mile for the kids.

State Farm Insurance Agent, T.J. Sutter, says the event is open to the entire community.

A Vienna woman was sentenced to 12 years in prison for her role in a fraud scheme targeting the Georgia Department of Labor and a separate charge for illegal possession of a machine gun, according to a news release from the United States Department of Justice.

A Middle Georgia jury convicted Brian Greene of murder on Thursday for the killings of two men in unrelated, random shootings just eight days apart in 2022, according to a news release from the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office.

The Houston County Lady Bears (22-10) split their home doubleheader with the South Paulding Lady Spartans (17-9) to force a game three Friday at 5 P.M.

The ACE Lady Gryphons (25-6) swept the Jeff Davis Lady Yellow Jackets (21-10) at home Thursday night to advance to the State Championship rounds

The tour is traveling to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the country to engage young voters and give them rides to the polls.

The Job Fair was to scout new and needed talent in the Middle Georgia area.

Founder of Bike Walk Macon, Rachel Umana, says she wants the community to show up and get excited for the event.

Early voting began on October 15 and ends on November 1. Election day is November 5.

Director of Sales and Marketing, Gracie Preston Rigby, says attendees are encouraged to wear costumes and bring a bag for candy.

OneMacon's Business Education Partnership announced its new business/teacher match program.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in helping to identify a suspect in connection with the death of 31-year-old Demarious Shamonte Brown.

The First Presbyterian Day Vikings (8-1) look for their first region title since 2021 has they host the Tattnall Square Academy Trojans (7-1) for our Week 11 Game of the Week

Lady Trojans Head Coach Jordan Brooks wins GIAA Coach of the Year Award

Talton was honored for his service to Houston County, not only in his five decades as sheriff, but also in the years prior when he was a county commissioner.

The event is October 26 at LKK in Gray, Georgia. The class will begin at 12 p.m.

Co-founder of Living Waters' Ministry, Julie Balducci, says the non-profit is committed to helping women and children overcome various forms of brokenness.

Early voting began on October 15 and ends on November 1. Election day is November 5.

According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, the visa card was used for non- business-related purchases.

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