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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb County offers cooling centers amid rising temperatures

Local recreation centers provide free water, relief from heat
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With temperatures set to climb in the days and weeks ahead, Macon-Bibb county and local organizations are teaming up to offer more options for cooling and hydration to those in the community. The Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department is opening four of its centers to those who are struggling outdoors: L.H. Williams, Memorial…

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Bleckley County, Featured, Georgia News, Local News

Cochran man sentenced to 13 years in federal prison for Savannah bank robbery

David Wayne Stanley ordered to pay restitution and serve additional prison time for violating supervised release
Tucker Sargent,

David Wayne Stanley (Photo: Chatham County Police Department)SAVANNAH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Cochran man has been sentenced to more than 13 years in federal prison for robbing a Wells Fargo Bank in Savannah, according to a news release from the office of Jill E. Steinberg, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia. U.S. District Court Chief Judge R. Stan…

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41 Today, Bibb County, Elections, Featured, Local News

Black Women’s Round Table aims to educate on voting, candidates

The events run all weekend long.
Tanya Modersitzki,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Coalition for the People’s Agenda is holding a three day conference to remind black women the importance of voting. Organizers said the event allows women in the community and across the state to come together. The event will serve as a crucial role for black women and their families to get out and vote…

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Two suspects arrested in Monroe County burglary; stolen property recovered

Deputies: Dylan Turner and Jeffery Pope taken into custody
Tucker Sargent,

Dylan Turner (Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a burglary that happened on Wednesday at a home off Lakeshore Drive. According to a Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release, deputies responded after the victim reported a shed had been broken into. Three dirt bikes, a four-wheeler and a pressure washer…

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrests Forsyth man after burglary investigation

James Hickman faces multiple charges
Tucker Sargent,

James Hickman (Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on Thursday following a burglary investigation at the county’s old water treatment facility. According to a Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release, James Hickman was taken into custody on Thursday. Investigators were dispatched to the facility off Boxankle Road on Tuesday in…

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41 Today, Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb County dedicates street to the late Pastor Charles Jones

Pastor Jones served on city council for more than 10 years.
Tanya Modersitzki,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC WMGT ) – Macon-Bibb County is remembering the life and legacy of former Macon City Councilor Pastor Charles Jones, who served on city council for more than 10 years. He died earlier this month. Plant Street, home to his church, Greater Rising Star Full Gospel Tabernacle, is dedicated to him. Macon-Bibb County honored his life and legacy…

Rain Is Here
Featured, Local News, Weather

Humid and hot this weekend

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Good Morning to you all! This morning there is a few showers on radar this much need rain as well. The shower and thunderstorm activity will continue through the weekend. Temperatures over the next couple of days will be in the low to mid 90s with feel like temperatures in the triple digits.   More details…

Eight Local Baseball Players Make All State Teams
Local Sports, Sports

Eight Local Baseball Players Make Georgia Dugout Club’s All-State Teams

Eight local GHSA baseball players were selected among others to earn a spot on the Georgia Dugout Club's All-State Teams
Justin Dierkes,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Eight local baseball players were selected among others to earn a spot on the Georgia Dugout Club’s All-State Teams. Six Houston County High School players and two Perry High School ballplayers made the list:   First Team: HOCO RHP Will Allen HOCO C Eli Stephens HOCO OF Kendall Jackson Perry RHP Miles Jones Second…

Wral Little League Baseball Wins District 5 Championships
Local Sports, Sports

WRALL Baseball wins District 5 Championships

The 12U and 10U Warner Robins American Little League Baseball teams have both won their respective District 5 Championships
Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Both the 12U and 10U Warner Robins American Little League (WRALL) baseball teams have won their respective District 5 Championships. Now the 12U team will head to Savannah for the Little League Baseball Tournament starting July 13. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: Disctrict 5 Baseball, Little League Baseball, Warner Robins, Warner Robins American Little…

Highlights: Bacon Lose To The First Place Owls At Home
Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Bacon lose to the first place Owls at home 9-2

The Macon Bacon (9-18) lost to the Forest City Owls (18-7) by a final score of 9-2
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Bacon fell to the first place team in the West Division of the Coastal Plain League, the Forest City Owls, by a final score of 9-2. These two teams face off again at The Skillet on Friday night at 7 p.m. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: Coastal Plain League, CPL, Forest City Owls,…

Coach's Corner: Westside Seminoles
Coach's Corner

Coach’s Corner: Westside Seminoles

41NBC's Bill Shanks sat down with Westside Seminoles head coach Sheddrick "Spoon" Risper to discuss their upcoming season.
David Tufts,

41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Westside Seminoles head coach Sheddrick “Spoon” Risper to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner Tags: high school football, westside seminoles
Featured, Houston County, Local News

‘Summer Safety Plan’ underway in Warner Robins to combat crime

With the summer in full swing, officials in Warner Robins are implementing strategic measures to keep the crime rate down.
Fiona King,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With the summer in full swing, officials in Warner Robins are implementing strategic measures to keep the crime rate down. Wayne Fisher, the Chief of Police with the Warner Robins Police Department, says they have a “stable” crime rate right now. However, he acknowledged that property crime, auto break-ins and home burglaries typically increase during…

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Baldwin County, Bibb County, Featured, Jones County, Local News

Georgia’s Trail of Legacy and Lore includes several Middle Georgia stops

The attractions along the trail, which includes stops in Macon, Milledgeville and Gray, tell the stories of famous Georgians through cultural art, architecture and heritage.
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Each stop on Georgia’s Trail of Legacy and Lore represents another story worthy of being told. The attractions along the trail, which includes stops in Macon, Milledgeville and Gray, tell the stories of famous Georgians through cultural art, architecture and heritage. Naomi Peterson, the visitor services manager for Visit Macon, says the trail…
41 Today, Discover Middle Georgia, Featured, Georgia News, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Family owned bakery uniting community members over baked goods

The bakery has upcoming events such as rug tufting, kids story time, faith-based yoga, cake decorating and more.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Little Sweeties Cakery is a family-owned business that is offering events geared towards families and community. Pamela Johnson began baking nearly three decades ago after a friend had asked her to help at their local commissary in Guam. Johnson grew her passion over the years and taught her family members what she had learned. After multiple…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

More scattered storms likely Friday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Scattered afternoon storms are becoming the norm to finish the week and head into the weekend. This Evening Middle Georgia saw a wave of storms and showers move through the region this afternoon. As temperatures rise some behind those storms, a smaller round cannot be ruled out this evening. Skies overnight will be mostly cloudy with…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Movie filmed in Macon hits theaters nationwide July 4

The movie is titled, "Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot."
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A movie is being previewed in Macon at The Douglass Theatre in downtown Macon before its nationwide debut. It’s called, “Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot.” Writer and Producer Rebekah Weigel says it’s set in rural Texas and is inspired by a true story. The movie, partially filmed in Macon, follows leaders of a…

Shelter Euthanasia
Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Animal shelters and welfare organizations team up to slow down rate of euthanasia

“We have to euthanize every once and a while for time and space," said Tracey Weathers, the shelter manager. 
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Data from Best Friends Animal Society shows that the U.S. is close to the organization’s goal of saving 90% of cats and dogs that come to shelters annually by 2025, but Georgia is trending backwards in adoptions in recent years. Gina Burrows is a strategist for Best Friends Animal Society’s East region. She…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb Firefighters battle late night fire at warehouse

When firefighters arrived at the old Martin's Tack & Feed located at the corner of 6th Street and Bay Street, the top floor of the building was on fire.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Firefighters with the Macon-Bibb Fire Department were called to an old warehouse on fire in downtown Macon on Wednesday night. When firefighters arrived at the old Martin’s Tack & Feed located at the corner of Sixth and Bay Street, the top floor of the building was on fire. After 41NBC’s Monica Diaz-Meek arrived on scene, a…

Coach's Corner
Coach's Corner

Coach’s Corner: Mount De Sales Cavaliers

41NBC's Bill Shanks sat down with Mount De Sales Cavaliers head coach Gray Yates to discuss their upcoming season.
David Tufts,

41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Mount De Sales Cavaliers head coach Gray Yates to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner

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Featured, Local News

Massive fire destroys Warner Robins home

A massive fire tore through a house Wednesday in Warner Robins, leaving destruction behind. The fire, which started just before 5 p.m., engulfed the entire home and several cars on the property.
Fiona King,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A massive fire tore through a house Wednesday in Warner Robins, leaving destruction behind. The fire, which started on Baker Road just before 5 p.m., engulfed the entire home and several cars on the property. No injuries were reported. Upon arrival at the scene, the Warner Robins Fire Department found the home and vehicles fully…

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Bibb County, Featured, Georgia News, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb Deputy Fire Chief speaks on water safety after Ocmulgee River drownings

Deputy Fire Chief Ron Smith emphasizes the need for caution, stating that while rivers and lakes provide relief from summer heat, they also pose serious risks.
Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department is making the community aware about the dangers while swimming in a river or lake after four drownings in the Ocmulgee River recently. Deputy Fire Chief Ron Smith emphasizes the need for caution, stating that while rivers and lakes provide relief from summer heat, they also pose serious risks. He warned about…

Piedmont Healthcare Encourages Screenings To Prevent Negative Health Trends
41 Today, Featured, Health, Health & Fitness

Piedmont Healthcare encourages screenings to prevent negative health trends

During these physicals, doctors can check blood pressure, and perform blood sugar tests and cholesterol tests.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Healthcare is encouraging men to get screened during Men’s Health Month in June. Doctor Saju Mathew, a Piedmont primary care physician in Atlanta, says men 50 and older should get a physical annually, and younger men every three to five years, depending on your health history. During these physicals, doctors can check blood pressure, and…

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41 Today, Baldwin County, Bibb County, Featured, Houston County, Jones County, Laurens County, Local News, WMGT

Gang Task Force Center opening in Downtown Macon

The GBI announced the new center is opening July 1.
Tanya Modersitzki,

UPDATE (6/27/24):  Attorney General Chris Carr, joined by Senate President Pro Tempore John F. Kennedy and Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) Director Chris Hosey, announced the addition of veteran prosecutor Ashton Jordan and seasoned investigator Nathan Shoate to the Attorney General’s Gang Prosecution Unit. Effective July 1, 2024, Jordan and Shoate will lead regional efforts in Macon-Bibb County, funded by…