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Houston County plans new drinking water treatment facility amid growth

Officials say the facility will treat fresh drinking water and support continued population growth in the county.

January 28, 2026

Gena Tripp,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Houston County leaders are taking steps toward building a new water treatment plant to keep up with the county’s rapid growth. Officials say the new facility will be located on Highway 127 near the intersection of Moody Road. The plant will treat fresh drinking water drawn from wells and is designed to provide clean, ready-to-drink…

BBB, police warn taxpayers to watch for scams during filing season

Better Business Bureau and law enforcement say researching tax preparers can help prevent fraud during the filing season

January 28, 2026

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Tax scams (Photo: 41NBC/ Bre’Anna Sheffield)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The IRS has opened the 2025 tax filing season, with returns due by April 15, and officials say now is the time to make sure your personal financial information is in the hands of a trustworthy tax professional. Better Business Bureau of Central Georgia President and CEO Kelvin Collins says consumers…

UPDATE: Location, time set for Edward Foster District 5 commission announcement Friday

Foster plans to outline his platform during a public announcement event.

January 28, 2026

Tucker Sargent,

Edward Foster (Credit: Facebook: Edward Foster)UPDATE (1/28/26): Edward Foster’s campaign says his official announcement is set for Friday, January 30 at 5:30 p.m. at Greater Zion Hill Baptist Church, located at 2656 Napier Avenue in Macon. UPDATE (1/26/26): Edward Foster’s campaign announcement has been pushed back to Friday, January 30 due to weather conditions and extreme low temperatures, the campaign…

Deputies: Two arrested after chase linked to Bibb County church burglary investigation

Sheriff’s office says the vehicle the suspects were in was linked to a January burglary at Highland Hills Baptist Church.

January 28, 2026

Tucker Sargent,

Henderson (Credit: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man was one of two people taken into custody after a brief vehicle chase connected to a commercial burglary investigation, according to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were alerted around 7:45 a.m. Tuesday after a suspicious vehicle linked…

Atrium Health Navicent raises minimum wage for staff in Georgia to $18.85 per hour

Increase reflects a $2.85 hourly boost as part of a systemwide workforce investment

January 28, 2026

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Atrium Health Navicent announced Wednesday it is raising the minimum starting wage for eligible teammates in Georgia to $18.85 per hour, a move that represents a $2.85 per-hour increase, or 17.8%, for workers across the state. The new wage rate will be reflected on teammates’ Jan. 30 paychecks, according to the health system. Atrium Health Navicent is…

State Sen. David Lucas introduces bill to expand Medicaid statewide in Georgia

Legislation would allow Georgia to draw federal funding and extend coverage to more residents

January 28, 2026

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- State Senator David Lucas, a Democrat from Macon, has introduced Senate Bill 380, legislation aimed at expanding Medicaid statewide in Georgia. The bill would allow the state to draw on federal funding to cover low-income households and extend Medicaid eligibility to a broader range of Georgians. Addressing healthcare costs and coverage gaps In a news release, Lucas…

Casey Fleckenstein Ceo Monroe County Hospital

Casey Fleckenstein named CEO of Monroe County Hospital

Hospital Authority Board approves promotion at January meeting

January 28, 2026

41NBC Web Producer,

The Monroe County Hospital Authority has promoted longtime hospital leader Casey Fleckenstein to chief executive officer, effective following a January board vote.FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Monroe County Hospital Authority Board voted Jan. 22 to promote Casey Fleckenstein to chief executive officer. Fleckenstein brings more than 20 years of experience at the hospital to the role, according to Kerry Trapnell, chief…

National IV Nurse Day Highlights the Importance of Hydration and Infusion Care

January 25 marks National IV Nurse Day, a time to recognize the vital role infusion nurses play in patient care and overall health.

January 28, 2026

Tyrik Wynn,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – These healthcare professionals administer intravenous fluids, medications, and nutrients that help patients recover from illness, manage chronic conditions, and prevent serious complications caused by dehydration. IV hydration therapy is commonly used in hospitals, emergency rooms, and outpatient settings to quickly restore fluids and essential electrolytes in the body. Medical experts say dehydration can lead to symptoms…

Tensions rise in Minneapolis as Rep. Ilhan Omar confronted at town hall

Political tensions in Minneapolis escalated overnight after Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was confronted at a town hall meeting by a man who attempted to spray her with an unknown substance before being dragged out and arrested.

January 28, 2026

Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- Political tensions in Minneapolis escalated overnight after Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was confronted at a town hall meeting by a man who attempted to spray her with an unknown substance before being dragged out and arrested. During the disruption, Omar remained composed, telling the audience, “We’re going to keep talking,” before the event continued. The incident came just hours…

Morning Business Report: Home deals fall through, market hits record high

A growing number of homebuyers are walking away from purchase agreements as market conditions continue to shift.

January 28, 2026

Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- A growing number of homebuyers are walking away from purchase agreements as market conditions continue to shift. More than 40,000 signed home purchase agreements were canceled in December, representing 16 percent of all homes that went under contract, according to Redfin. Home sellers now outnumber buyers by a record margin, giving buyers more leverage and more choices. Analysts say…

Middle Georgia families invited to explore education options at school choice fair

Families across Middle Georgia will have the opportunity to learn about a wide range of education options during Middle Georgia School Choice Week, a two-week celebration highlighting different paths for student learning.

January 28, 2026

Tyrik Wynn,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Families across Middle Georgia will have the opportunity to learn about a wide range of education options during Middle Georgia School Choice Week, a two-week celebration highlighting different paths for student learning. The events run from January 25 through February 7 and will wrap up with the Middle Georgia School Choice Fair for Transformative Education on…

Deadly Arctic blast leaves dozens dead, disrupts travel nationwide

A powerful Arctic blast sweeping across the United States has left dozens dead and caused widespread travel disruptions, power outages, and dangerous conditions from Texas to the East Coast.

January 28, 2026

Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)-A powerful Arctic blast sweeping across the United States has left dozens dead and caused widespread travel disruptions, power outages, and dangerous conditions from Texas to the East Coast. In North Texas, a devastating tragedy unfolded after three brothers — ages 6, 8, and 9 — died when they fell through the ice on a private pond north of Dallas….

Cochran announces new garbage collection program starting in March

January 28, 2026

41NBC Web Producer,

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — City of Cochran residents will see changes to their garbage collection service beginning in early March, as the city transitions to a new provider, Ryland Environmental. Mayor Carla Davis Coley said a generic informational flyer is being included in utility bills this week to alert customers about the upcoming changes. The flyer does not list specific…

BS Report: Basketball Roundup

January 27, 2026

David Tufts,

A little bit of basketball talk tonight. And we have the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in action tonight as they will take on Virginia Tech on the road tonight starting at 8:00. The Yellow Jackets are 11 and eight on the year two and five in the ACC. Georgia does not play until tomorrow night. They were expected to play…

River Edge opens new adult peer support and community integration center in Macon

New facility combines peer support, wellness activities and life skills training for adults with mental health, substance use and developmental disabilities

January 27, 2026

Gena Tripp,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – River Edge Behavioral Health has opened a new Adult Peer Support and Community Integration Center, bringing peer support, skill building and wellness services together under one roof. On the community integration side, the center serves adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities through the Medicaid waiver program. The goal is to provide hands-on support focused on…

Slightly warmer tonight; staying chilly Wednesday

January 27, 2026

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures should stay above the teens overnight tonight however Middle Georgians should still drip their faucets. This Evening A sunny day will give way to a clear night initially before cloud cover increases through the overnight hours. This will lead to conditions being warmer than last night by almost 10 degrees around the region. That said…

UPDATE: Bibb deputies say Stratford bomb threat was hoax, campus now cleared

Bibb County Sheriff's Office say deputies responded after a threatening call came into the school around 3 p.m.

January 27, 2026

Gena Tripp,

MGNUPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says it determined Tuesday’s bomb threat was a hoax. The campus is now cleared. UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says all students and faculty are “accounted for and unharmed” after a report of a bomb threat Tuesday afternoon. According to an email response to a 41NBC inquiry, a call came in to the…

Federal officials warn Georgians of scam impersonating prosecutors and law enforcement

Officials say scammers are spoofing government phone numbers and posing as prosecutors or agents to demand money and sensitive information.

January 27, 2026

Tucker Sargent,

MGNMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Federal authorities are warning the public about scammers impersonating prosecutors and law enforcement officers in an effort to steal money and personal information. According to news releases from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia and the FBI, scammers are contacting people by phone, text message or email and falsely claiming the recipient…

GDC confirms inmate death after ‘altercation’ at Hancock State Prison

The Georgia Department of Corrections says the inmate’s death is under investigation by its Office of Professional Standards.

January 27, 2026

Tucker Sargent,

HANCOCK COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An inmate at Hancock State Prison died after an “altercation” with another inmate, according to the Georgia Department of Corrections. In response to an email inquiry, a GDC spokesperson told 41NBC that Steven Wood, an inmate at Hancock State Prison, died on Sunday, January 25. His body was turned over to the county coroner and…

February is heart month: Piedmont Macon promotes heart health

February is Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease and encouraging people to take steps toward better cardiovascular health.

January 27, 2026

Keenan Gibson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT-DT)- February is Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease and encouraging people to take steps toward better cardiovascular health. Sirena Fritz, Director of Cardiovascular Services at Piedmont Macon Medical Center, recently joined 41NBC to discuss why Heart Month matters and how the community can reduce its risk. Fritz says heart disease and stroke…

Hollywood Minute: Stephen Colbert honored by Writers Guild as new TV and film projects debut

Stephen Colbert says gratitude is guiding him through a pivotal moment in his career, as the longtime late-night host prepares to receive a major honor from the Writers Guild of America.

January 27, 2026

Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Stephen Colbert says gratitude is guiding him through a pivotal moment in his career, as the longtime late-night host prepares to receive a major honor from the Writers Guild of America. Colbert will be awarded the prestigious Walter Bernstein Award, which recognizes a writer who has demonstrated “creativity, grace and bravery” while confronting social injustice in the face of…

Federal immigration leadership reshuffled in Minneapolis amid outcry over deadly shooting

A shift is underway in Minneapolis as mounting outrage over the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Alex Pretti by federal agents is prompting changes within the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement leadership.

January 27, 2026

Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- A shift is underway in Minneapolis as mounting outrage over the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Alex Pretti by federal agents is prompting changes within the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement leadership. According to an administration official and a law enforcement source, the White House is moving to reduce the number of Border Patrol agents operating in the city. State and…

Morning Business Report: Southwest policy change, markets rise, Super Bowl betting surge

Starting today, Southwest Airlines is rolling out a controversial policy change that will increase ticket costs for some plus-size passengers.

January 27, 2026

Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Starting today, Southwest Airlines is rolling out a controversial policy change that will increase ticket costs for some plus-size passengers. Under the new rules, travelers who cannot fit between a seat’s armrests will be required to purchase an additional seat at the time of booking. Southwest says it is notifying customers who previously used its extra-seat policy that they…

BS Report: Super Bowl Preview

January 26, 2026

Bill Shanks, David Tufts,

The Super Bowl is set with the Patriots and the Seahawks Patriots beating the Broncos on Sunday in snowy Denver and also, of course, the Seahawks at home beating the Rams. The Patriots are quite a story. There’s no Bill Belichick or Tom Brady on this team. It’s Mike Vrabel as the head coach there. Former player. And also Drake…

Officials say the facility will treat fresh drinking water and support continued population growth in the county.

Better Business Bureau and law enforcement say researching tax preparers can help prevent fraud during the filing season

Foster plans to outline his platform during a public announcement event.

Sheriff’s office says the vehicle the suspects were in was linked to a January burglary at Highland Hills Baptist Church.

Increase reflects a $2.85 hourly boost as part of a systemwide workforce investment

Legislation would allow Georgia to draw federal funding and extend coverage to more residents

Hospital Authority Board approves promotion at January meeting

January 25 marks National IV Nurse Day, a time to recognize the vital role infusion nurses play in patient care and overall health.

Political tensions in Minneapolis escalated overnight after Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was confronted at a town hall meeting by a man who attempted to spray her with an unknown substance before being dragged out and arrested.

A growing number of homebuyers are walking away from purchase agreements as market conditions continue to shift.

Families across Middle Georgia will have the opportunity to learn about a wide range of education options during Middle Georgia School Choice Week, a two-week celebration highlighting different paths for student learning.

A powerful Arctic blast sweeping across the United States has left dozens dead and caused widespread travel disruptions, power outages, and dangerous conditions from Texas to the East Coast.

Cochran announces new garbage collection program starting in March

New facility combines peer support, wellness activities and life skills training for adults with mental health, substance use and developmental disabilities

Bibb County Sheriff's Office say deputies responded after a threatening call came into the school around 3 p.m.

Officials say scammers are spoofing government phone numbers and posing as prosecutors or agents to demand money and sensitive information.

The Georgia Department of Corrections says the inmate’s death is under investigation by its Office of Professional Standards.

February is Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease and encouraging people to take steps toward better cardiovascular health.

Stephen Colbert says gratitude is guiding him through a pivotal moment in his career, as the longtime late-night host prepares to receive a major honor from the Writers Guild of America.

A shift is underway in Minneapolis as mounting outrage over the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Alex Pretti by federal agents is prompting changes within the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement leadership.

Starting today, Southwest Airlines is rolling out a controversial policy change that will increase ticket costs for some plus-size passengers.

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