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Mayor’s Literacy Alliance launches month-long Literacy Celebration in Macon-Bibb County

"The whole purpose of the week is to stress the significance of the importance of literacy," MBMLA Executive Director Jim Montgomery said.

September 12, 2024

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Mayor’s Literacy Alliance (MBMLA) started its first-ever month-long Literacy Celebration with a luncheon unveiling a two-generation strategic plan to improve literacy throughout the county. Central High School’s String Quartet, led by Jerry Tolbert, played music as community leaders gathered to start the celebration. “Macon-Bibb Mayor’s Literacy Alliance has adopted a two…

Francine’s remnants to bring more storms tonight/tomorrow

September 12, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – More rain will be possible tonight with widespread scattered storms expected tomorrow afternoon and evening. This Evening Skies will remain overcast around the region, however there should be a window without rain through suppertime and into tonight. Rain chances tonight should be limited to some isolated showers, however the western counties of Middle Georgia could see…

UPDATE: Driver identified in deadly I-16 crash, lanes reopen

According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the crash happened just before 1:30.

September 12, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE: (4 p.m.) – The driver killed in the deadly crash has been identified as 42-year-old Keith Bridgett of South Carolina, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say all lanes on I-16 have been reopened. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One person is dead after a crash on Interstate 16 east Thursday afternoon. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s…

Society Garden hosting its first country festival this weekend

'The Country and Western Fest' starts Saturday at 12 p.m.

September 12, 2024

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Society Garden is set to host its inaugural Country and Western Fest on Saturday, September 14. The event will take place at The Society Garden, located at 2389 Ingleside Avenue in Macon, and will run from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. Event Organizer Hunter Pettis stopped by 41NBC to share details about the exciting day….

Interview With Trent Solomon From Joshua's Wish

Joshua’s Wish: 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run set for Saturday, September 21

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and Joshua's Wish is hosting its 15th annual 15K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run.

September 12, 2024

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and Joshua’s Wish is hosting its 15th annual 15K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run. The race is Saturday, September 21. The 5K Run/Walk starts at 8 a.m., and the Kids Fun Run starts at 9 a.m. The event will be held at Tattnall Square Park, which is located at 1155…

Macon Regional Crimestoppers Seek Help Finding Wanted Suspects

Macon Regional Crimestoppers needs public’s assistance to capture these suspects

Today's word of the day : Forgiveness

September 12, 2024

Sevyn Talbert,

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?…

Veterans Warhawks prepare to take flight against cross-county rival

Veterans will look for its first win of the season in its first home game of the year against the Perry Panthers on Friday night in our Game of the Week on The End Zone.

September 11, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

KATHLEEN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Veterans will look for its first win of the season in its first home game of the year against the Perry Panthers (2-1) on Friday night in our Game of the Week on The End Zone. Under third-year head coach Josh Ingram, these 0-3 Warhawks have faced some challenges the last two seasons; the program…

Skyler Williams Wins Ghsf Daily State Player Of The Week

Warner Robins’ Skyler Williams named GHSF Daily State Player of the Week

Warner Robins senior QB Skyler Williams has earned the GHSF Daily State Player of the Week nod for his Week Four performance in the Demons' 54-44 win over Houston County.

September 11, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins senior quarterback Skyler Williams has been selected by Georgia High School Football Daily as the State Player of the Week for Week Four of the high school football season. Williams put up more than 300 total yards and scored four total touchdowns (151 passing yards, one passing touchdown, 154 yards rushing, and…

UPDATE: Hilltop Elementary School cleared, no threat found

The Houston County Sheriff's Office says Hilltop Elementary School was cleared and no threat was found.

September 11, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (8:30 p.m.): The Houston County Sheriff’s Office says Hilltop Elementary School was cleared and no threat was found. According to a news release, the E-911 Center received a call that someone had a gun outside the school. The sheriff’s office, along with officers from the Warner Robins Police Department, responded to the scene. Law enforcement is now investigating how…

Washington State Prison Contraband Drop Attempt Gfx

Deputies arrest 2 men in contraband drop attempt at Washington State Prison

Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies intercepted an attempted contraband drop near Washington State Prison early Wednesday morning.

September 11, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Photos: Washington County Sheriff’s OfficeDAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies intercepted an attempted contraband drop near Washington State Prison early Wednesday morning. According to a Washington County Sheriff’s Office news release, a deputy patrolling near Davisboro spotted a suspicious vehicle stopped in the middle of a highway close to the prison. After observing the vehicle, the deputy…

Suspect detained after being accused of threat toward Dodge County Middle School

A student has been detained in connection with a verbal threat made toward Dodge County Middle School.

September 11, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A suspect has been detained in connection with a verbal threat made toward Dodge County Middle School. That’s according to a post on social media by the school Wednesday, which said administrators were made aware of the threat and notified the district office and Dodge County Sheriff’s Office. “Dodge County Schools takes all threats seriously and…

Rain from Francine has arrived; stronger storms possible tomorrow and Friday

September 11, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Hurricane Francine’s out rain bands have reached Middle Georgia, however larger hazards loom in the coming days as the system moves inland. This Evening Showers have moved into the region and will stick around into and through tonight. Heavier rain should arrive as the evening carries on with Francine expected to make landfall in southern Louisiana…

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Held At Public Safety Memorial Park In Downtown Macon

Macon-Bibb County honors victims and first responders on 23rd anniversary of September 11th attacks

The Macon-Bibb Law Enforcement Foundation hosted a remembrance ceremony to pay tribute to the lives lost and the bravery of first responders during the September 11th attack

September 11, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wednesday marks 23 years since the tragic events of September 11th, 2001, when terrorist attacks shook the nation. In a solemn ceremony held at the Public Safety Memorial Park in downtown Macon, the Macon-Bibb Law Enforcement Foundation organized its annual “9/11 Remembrance Ceremony” to pay tribute to the nearly 3,000 lives lost and honor the heroic…

Emily Hopkins From Newtown Macon Discusses Espresso Martini Week

Espresso Martini Week continues through September 14 in downtown Macon

Emily Hopkins, Vice President of External Affairs and Main Street Manager at NewTown Macon, stopped by 41NBC to talk about the event.

September 11, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Espresso Martini Week is underway in downtown Macon. The event, which started on September 6, continues through September 14. Emily Hopkins, Vice President of External Affairs and Main Street Manager at NewTown Macon, stopped by 41NBC to talk about the event. “Events that highlight our culinary offerings attract hundreds of people downtown to support our locally…

Interview With Chris Benner Owner Of Slim Chickens

Slim Chickens opens in Warner Robins

Chris Benner, the owner of the new Slim Chickens franchise, shared his enthusiasm for bringing the beloved chicken joint to Warner Robins during an interview on 41NBC News.

September 11, 2024

Fiona King,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Slim Chickens, a popular fast-food chain known for its all-natural, freshly made chicken, recently opened its doors in Warner Robins. The new restaurant is located at 4030 Watson Blvd. Chris Benner, the owner of the new Slim Chickens franchise, shared his enthusiasm for bringing the beloved chicken joint to Warner Robins during an interview on…

NewTown Macon reports surge in new businesses downtown

According to the organization, dozens of new businesses have opened their doors in 2024, with more set to follow suit.

September 11, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — NewTown Macon has reported a significant increase in business in downtown Macon. According to the organization, dozens of new businesses have opened their doors in 2024, with more set to follow suit. Emily Hopkins, NewTown’s Vice President of External Affairs, says she’s enthusiastic about the diverse range of businesses that have sprung up. She says the…

Centerville Gym Is Remembering Those Who Lost Their Lives In 9/11

Centerville gym remembers 9/11 victims with annual stair climb tribute

Crunch Fitness in Centerville honors the lives lost in the 9/11 attacks by challenging staff and members to climb 110 flights of stairs on the anniversary of the tragedy.

September 11, 2024

Denise Turner,

CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In remembrance of those who lost their lives in the September 11th attacks, Crunch Fitness in Centerville is hosting its annual tribute challenge. On the 23rd anniversary of the tragedy, gym staff and members are participating in an event to simulate the experience faced by first responders during the World Trade Center Twin Towers attack. Participants…

Perry looking for fourth straight win over Veterans Friday

Perry (2-1) heads to Freedom Field Friday to face rival Veterans (0-3) in our Game of the Week.

September 11, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

PERRY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – For Week Five of the high school football season, 41NBC’s Game of the Week will take place at Freedom Field, as the Perry Panthers make the eight-mile trek to face the Veterans Warhawks. The Perry Panthers (2-1) are riding high off their AAAA State Championship run last season and are hungry for more. Perry gets…

Democrats gather in Macon to watch presidential debate

Dozens of Democrats gathered at Overtyme Bar and Grill in Macon on Tuesday night to watch the presidential debate.

September 10, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dozens of Democrats gathered at Overtyme Bar and Grill in Macon Tuesday night to watch the first presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. The watch party was hosted by the Democratic Party of Georgia. Jaylan Scott, chairman of the Macon-Bibb Democratic Committee, spoke out during the event against divisive rhetoric…

UPDATE: Bibb County School Board adopts 14.674 millage rate, raising property taxes

Although the millage rate remains the same, the decision will lead to higher property taxes for homeowners due to increased property values.

September 10, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Bibb County School DistrictUPDATE (9/10): The Bibb County School Board voted Tuesday to adopt a final millage rate for Calendar Year 2024 / Fiscal Year 2025, maintaining the current millage rate of 14.674 that was tentatively adopted last month. ORIGINAL STORY (8/19): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Board of Education tentatively adopted a millage rate of 14.674 mills…

Sheridan Health Center offers housing and healthcare to Macon’s homeless population

The center, which has 12 beds, offers dental, physical, and mental health services to homeless people as they leave Piedmont Macon Hospital.

September 10, 2024

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County is taking another step to assist those in the area who are without homes. The Sheridan Center and Respite Care Facility is now open on Walnut Street near downtown. The center, which has 12 beds, offers dental, physical, and mental health services to homeless people as they leave Piedmont Hospital. Sheridan…

Clouds arriving ahead of late week rain courtesy of Francine

September 10, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Clouds have moved into Middle Georgia following a sunny morning, however rain will hold until tomorrow. This Evening Cloud cover will continue to increase around the region ahead of Francine, a powerful tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico. Landfall of Francine is expected in Louisiana in the late morning/lunchtime hours tomorrow. This will likely…

Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard September 10 2024

New mural painting in progress in downtown Macon to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

"That's a pretty monumental thing that Martin Luther King was here," artist Kevin Scene Lewis said.

September 10, 2024

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A work of art is underway as a new mural is currently being painted in downtown Macon. The mural is of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It’s located at 1410 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful commissioned Kevin Scene Lewis, who goes by Scene Lewis as his artist name, for the…

Twiggs County School District postpones events after ammunition discovery and unsubstantiated threat

The Twiggs County School District has postponed all after-school events for Tuesday, including the softball game against Wilkinson County.

September 10, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Twiggs County School District has postponed all after-school events for Tuesday, including the softball game against Wilkinson County. “The new date will be communicated to the schools and the community once finalized,” a Facebook post stated. The decision follows the discovery of ammunition in a student’s vehicle and an unsubstantiated social media threat. According to…

"The whole purpose of the week is to stress the significance of the importance of literacy," MBMLA Executive Director Jim Montgomery said.

According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the crash happened just before 1:30.

'The Country and Western Fest' starts Saturday at 12 p.m.

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and Joshua's Wish is hosting its 15th annual 15K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run.

Today's word of the day : Forgiveness

Veterans will look for its first win of the season in its first home game of the year against the Perry Panthers on Friday night in our Game of the Week on The End Zone.

Warner Robins senior QB Skyler Williams has earned the GHSF Daily State Player of the Week nod for his Week Four performance in the Demons' 54-44 win over Houston County.

The Houston County Sheriff's Office says Hilltop Elementary School was cleared and no threat was found.

Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies intercepted an attempted contraband drop near Washington State Prison early Wednesday morning.

A student has been detained in connection with a verbal threat made toward Dodge County Middle School.

The Macon-Bibb Law Enforcement Foundation hosted a remembrance ceremony to pay tribute to the lives lost and the bravery of first responders during the September 11th attack

Emily Hopkins, Vice President of External Affairs and Main Street Manager at NewTown Macon, stopped by 41NBC to talk about the event.

Chris Benner, the owner of the new Slim Chickens franchise, shared his enthusiasm for bringing the beloved chicken joint to Warner Robins during an interview on 41NBC News.

According to the organization, dozens of new businesses have opened their doors in 2024, with more set to follow suit.

Crunch Fitness in Centerville honors the lives lost in the 9/11 attacks by challenging staff and members to climb 110 flights of stairs on the anniversary of the tragedy.

Perry (2-1) heads to Freedom Field Friday to face rival Veterans (0-3) in our Game of the Week.

Dozens of Democrats gathered at Overtyme Bar and Grill in Macon on Tuesday night to watch the presidential debate.

Although the millage rate remains the same, the decision will lead to higher property taxes for homeowners due to increased property values.

The center, which has 12 beds, offers dental, physical, and mental health services to homeless people as they leave Piedmont Macon Hospital.

"That's a pretty monumental thing that Martin Luther King was here," artist Kevin Scene Lewis said.

The Twiggs County School District has postponed all after-school events for Tuesday, including the softball game against Wilkinson County.

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