Hollywood Minute: Dolly Parton takes Nashville, new music documentary, Power Rangers in Fortnite

Country icon Dolly Parton kicks off a star-studded announcement: Stand Up To Cancer is headed to Music City.

(CNN)- Country icon Dolly Parton kicks off a star-studded announcement: Stand Up To Cancer is headed to Music City. This year’s televised fundraiser will be hosted by Sheryl Crow and feature appearances by Reese Witherspoon, Tim McGraw, and more. The special airs Friday, August 15th, across more than 30 broadcast, cable, and streaming platforms, uniting celebrities and viewers in the…

Northside Shuts Out Rutland in Softball Season Opener

The Lady Eagles beat the Lady Hurricanes 15-0 in three innings at Dyson Field

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Wednesday evening, the Northside Lady Eagles and Rutland Lady Hurricanes opened their softball seasons at Dyson Field in Warner Robins. Northside and Rutland are both looking to improve after a 4-win and 7-win 2024 season, respectfully. Northside opened the game with 13 runs in the bottom first and added two more in the…

ACE Defeats Region Opponent Dodge County for First Win of Season

The Lady Gryphons win their first game in the post-Josh McLendon era 10-2 over the Lady Indians in GHSA Class A D-1 Region Play

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Wednesday night at Gryphon Field, the A.C.E. Lady Gryphons defeated region opponent the Dodge County Lady Indians at home 10-2 to get their first win of the season. A.C.E. scored six runs in the bottom fourth behind a grand slam from Senior Sophie Denney. They scored three more runs in the bottom sixth before…

Shuster’s Candy and Creamery opens in downtown Macon with family legacy

Family-owned ice cream shop revives a sweet legacy on Poplar Street

Shuster’s Candy and Creamery (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Downtown Macon has a new destination for sweet treats with the recent opening of Shuster’s Candy and Creamery on Poplar Street. Owners Jonathan and Tennille Shuster opened the creamery on July 30 after three years of planning. The couple said the new shop is a revival of a family legacy…

Rain chances are down the rest of today and tomorrow

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rain chances are lower as a slow climb in temperatures begins heading towards the weekend. This Evening It’s a partly to mostly cloudy day around Middle Georgia, and Wednesday has already seen way less rain than the first two days of this work week. The trend with the clouds should carry into tonight as things will…

School House Health program supports Bibb County students with on-campus medical care

Ashley Newberry, with the School House Health program, said the partnership began in 1994.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT-DT) – The School House Health program is a partnership between the Bibb County Board of Education and Children’s Hospital Atrium Health Navicent that provides primary health services to students in Bibb County public schools. Ashley Newberry, with the School House Health program, said the partnership began in 1994. She said the program is staffed by trained…

Schools delay screen time to focus on communication and concrete learning

St. Andrews Montessori and Covenant Academy focus on hands-on tools and face-to-face interaction in early grades

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you look around this classroom at St. Andrews Montessori School in Macon, you’ll see it filled with many manipulative materials such as blocks, books, and other learning tools, but you won’t see Chromebooks or iPads. Karen Mangham, Head of School at St. Andrews Montessori School, said that’s because their younger students don’t touch a keyboard until…

Lanes reopened after fatal tractor-trailer crash on I-16 in Macon near Coliseum Drive

GSP confirmed that a tractor-trailer left the roadway and overturned on I-16 East near mile marker 1. No other vehicles were involved.

(UPDATE 8/6/2025 at 11:10 a.m.) All lanes of I-16 East are currently back open, according to a Georgia State Patrol. (ORIGINAL 8/6/2025 at 7:30 a.m.) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT-DT) – A man is dead after a tractor-trailer crash on Interstate 16 early Wednesday morning. The wreck happened at 5:37 a.m. on I-16 eastbound at Coliseum Drive, shutting down all lanes near…

Mike Thurmond launches campaign for governor of Georgia

Former DeKalb County CEO Mike Thurmond officially announced his candidacy for Governor of Georgia today

ATLANTA,  Georgia  (41NBC/WMGT) – Former DeKalb County CEO Mike Thurmond officially announced his candidacy for Governor of Georgia today, entering the race with a platform focused on tackling the rising cost of living, defending access to health care, and strengthening education across the state. With deep roots in Georgia and a decades-long career in public service, Thurmond is positioning himself…

Temperatures gradually increase, as rain stays

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The southeastern  U.S. remains under the effects of a wedge of high pressure. This is resulting in the cloud cover that remains draped over northern and  Middle Georgia. Little to no clearing is expected today. Drizzle and light to moderate rain continues over the region, with increasing rain expected to develop through the afternoon. Over Middle…

Tariffs take effect amid economic concerns and Epstein case pressure

Inside 12 hours of President Trump’s new tariffs taking effect, uncertainty lingers as trade negotiations continue with countries including China, Switzerland, and India.

(NBC)- Inside 12 hours of President Trump’s new tariffs taking effect, uncertainty lingers as trade negotiations continue with countries including China, Switzerland, and India. The president called the deals “the greatest trade deals in the history of our country,” but not all agreements are finalized. Heavy equipment manufacturer Caterpillar warned the tariffs could result in a $1.5 billion hit to…

Morning Business Report: Trump threatens high tariffs on pharmaceuticals, Social Security moves away from paper checks

President Donald Trump told CNBC’s “Squawk Box” that planned tariffs on pharmaceuticals imported into the U.S. could eventually reach as high as 250%.

(LILAMAX)- President Donald Trump told CNBC’s “Squawk Box” that planned tariffs on pharmaceuticals imported into the U.S. could eventually reach as high as 250%, marking the highest tariff threat he has made to date. While the tariffs won’t start at that level, Trump said they will rise to that point over time. The move aims to encourage drug companies to…

Wildfire smoke triggers widespread air quality alerts across U.S.

Smoke from wildfires burning in both the western United States and Canada is blanketing large parts of the country.

(CNN)- Smoke from wildfires burning in both the western United States and Canada is blanketing large parts of the country, triggering air quality alerts and health concerns for millions of Americans. “The past couple days has been a little rough,” said Lina Wentzel of Wisconsin. “You can definitely feel the heaviness of it.” On Tuesday, air quality alerts were in…

Two arrested in Macon County drug and firearm investigation

Law enforcement seized meth, crack cocaine, marijuana, firearms and cash during a joint drug and gang operation in unincorporated Macon County.

Photos: Macon County Sheriff’s OfficeOGLETHORPE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A multi-agency investigation led to two arrests in the unincorporated Reynolds area of Macon County, according to the Macon County Sheriff’s Office. In a news release Tuesday, the sheriff’s office said the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Region 13 and Region 3 offices coordinated with the Southwest Regional Drug Enforcement Office and the…

Dublin High School prioritizes student athlete safety as sports season kicks off

Recognizing signs of injury, such as headaches, dizziness, and sensitivity to light

Fighting Irish FootballDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As student athletes gear up for another season of sports, Dublin High School is placing a strong emphasis on safety and well-being. Head Football Coach Roger Holmes says it’s important to focus on three critical factors: hydration, a healthy diet, and plenty of rest. “You can’t stay up till 12 or 1 in the morning…

Rain will continue Wednesday as temperatures stay cool for August

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Flood Watch for Middle Georgia was extended through Wednesday evening as more widespread rain appears inevitable. This Evening Overcast skies will remain over Middle Georgia as off and on rain and thunderstorms will continue through the evening and into tonight. The Flood Watch has been extended through 8 PM EDT tomorrow evening. The Ocmulgee River…

Warner Robins man arrested after standoff during domestic incident

Warner Robins Police responded early this morning to a family violence call in the 300 block of Athens Street.

UPDATE (8/5/2025 at 3:07 p.m.) A Warner Robins man is in custody following a domestic incident that led to a brief standoff with police. According to the Warner Robins Police Department, officers responded to a domestic dispute where the victims were able to escape and call 911. Officers identified the suspect as 34-year-old Marquis Williams. Police say they obtained probable cause…

Macon charter school emphasizes safety as students head back to school

ACE prepares for new year with drills, lockdown protocols, and personal panic buttons

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As students return to class, leaders at the Academy for Classical Education (ACE) in Macon are focusing on school safety. Chief William G. Ferrell, the campus police chief at ACE, said their goal is to create a strong culture of safety through proactive training and security procedures. “We created a school safety plan, and the first…

Monroe County Chick-fil-A employee arrested on sexual battery charge

According to the sheriff’s office, deputies received a complaint on July 16, 2025, involving an employee at the Chick-fil-A location in Monroe County.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Chick-fil-A employee in Forsyth was arrested for sexual battery following an investigation by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies received a complaint on July 16, 2025, involving an employee at the Chick-fil-A location in Monroe County. After an investigation, deputies arrested 54-year-old Kevin Kurtz of Jackson, Georgia, on August 4….

Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores July 28-August 1

The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, July 28 and Friday, August 1.

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, July 28 and Friday, August 1. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…

Morning Business Report: Trump boosts American Eagle, Claire’s nears bankruptcy, and fake studies plague scientific journals

American Eagle Outfitters stock surged 24% Monday after President Donald Trump praised the company's latest ad campaign featuring actress Sydney Sweeney.

(LILAMAX)- American Eagle Outfitters stock surged 24% Monday after President Donald Trump praised the company’s latest ad campaign featuring actress Sydney Sweeney. Trump called it the “hottest ad out there” and said American Eagle jeans are “flying off the shelves.” Analysts warn, however, that the true test for the retailer will come during the critical back-to-school shopping season. Meanwhile, another…

Flood warnings and watches in effect for Middle Georgia

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Flood Warning has been issued for Bibb County until Friday evening and the Flood Watch has been expanded to include all of northeast and east Georgia for Tuesday evening. A blanket of clouds and waves of light to moderate rain showers has made for a dreary Monday across the state of Georgia. This activity has…

Democrats promise retaliation against Texas redistricting plan

Democratic leaders across the country are warning Republicans that efforts to aggressively redraw congressional districts in Texas will face pushback from blue states.

(CNN)- Democratic leaders across the country are warning Republicans that efforts to aggressively redraw congressional districts in Texas will face pushback from blue states. Illinois Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi cautioned, “Don’t mess with democracy… You can gerrymander the hell out of that map. Guess what? Two can play that game. Other states will do exactly the same thing and neutralize what…