Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores June 17-21

Here's this week's Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, June 17 and Friday, June 21, 2024.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here’s this week’s Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia’s food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, June 17 and Friday, June 21, 2024. All scores of 69 and below (considered unsatisfactory on the state’s scale) are shown in red. All scores between 70 and 99 are shown in black. All scores…

Macon ranks top 10 town to visit in America according to CNN

Macon had high scores in musical heritage, cultural attractions, and architecture.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon ranked as one of the top ten best towns to visit in America in 2024 according to CNN. Macon had high scores in musical heritage, cultural attractions, and architecture. Macon ranked number 7 on the list of 10. “It was really cool to see how they were able to take one of the videos that…

Triple digit heat expected

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all! Triple digit heat is expected to continue for today. Make sure you practice your summertime safety tips if you have to go outside. At least humidity will be lower than it was yesterday. Rain chances remain low over today and Wednesday. It will increase into the 40 percent range as we…

HOCO’s Antwan Hill commits to Memphis University

Houston County Four Star Quarterback Antwan Hill committed to Memphis University over the weekend

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Houston County High School Quarterback Antwan Hill committed to Memphis University on Saturday. The 6’5″ 220lbs four star recruit enters his senior season with the Bears as the number one ranked QB in the state. Hill is the highest ranked QB to commit to the Tigers in the modern ranking era. Categories: Local Sports,…

Middle Georgia Youth Baseball Shines

Bloomfield Pride 12U won back to back state titles, while the Cochran-Bleckley Co. Rec. Dept. 6U and 8U teams won the Diamond State Youth Baseball Titles

MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – All over Middle Georgia, youth baseball has been showing out. The Bloomfield Pride 12U squad won their second state title in a row for back to back years winning the title. The Cochran-Bleckley County Recreation Department 6U and 8U teams both won their diamond state titles as well. All three teams will be heading to…

Warner Robins’ Isaiah Gibson Commits to UGA

One week after decommiting from USC, Gibson has committed to the University of Georgia

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Just one week after his decommitment from the University of Southern California, Warner Robins’ five star edge rusher Isaiah Gibson announced his commitment to the University of Georgia Mondy night on X. The number one edge rusher and seventh best prospect in the state will be joining an already elite recruiting class that sits…

Mercer Football welcomes 12 new faces from the Transfer Portal Class

Mercer University welcomed a dozen new players to the football squad from the Transfer Portal

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Mercer University football welcomed twelve new players to their football team on Monday from the Division One FCS Transfer Portal Class. Mercer has been ranked the number four D-1 FCS class so far this offseason, according to AthLink.net. The new players coming to Macon from their previous university for the 2024 season are: WR Apollos…

Coach’s Corner: Wilcox County Patriots

41NBC's Bill Shanks sat down with Wilcox County Patriots head coach Rob Stowe to discuss their upcoming season.

41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Wilcox County Patriots head coach Rob Stowe to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner Tags: high school football, Wilcox County Patriots

Driver dead after fiery crash on I-75 in Monroe County

According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, the driver crossed the median going north at the Rumble Road exit, into on coming traffic going south and hit the side of a semi-truck.

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A driver is dead after a crash on I-75 south Monday afternoon in Monroe County. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the driver crossed the median going north at the Rumble Road exit, into on coming traffic going south and hit the side of a semi-truck. The collision caused the vehicle to catch fire. The…

Residents rally to save historic “New Perry Hotel” from demolition

Alternatives have been suggested, such as partnering with a preservation architect or considering the available historic tax credits for substantial rehabilitation.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Perry residents are voicing their concerns over the potential demolition of the nearly 100-year-old “New Perry Hotel”. The iconic building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has become a big part of the community throughout the years. Over 200 concerned citizens have already voiced their concern. Historic preservationist, Caitlin Mee, has emphasized the cultural…

Search warrant leads to drug arrest in Monroe County

Ricky Zane Caldwell is charged with Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent and possession of Drug Related Objects.

JACKSON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man in Monroe County is being held in jail without bond. According to a recent Facebook post by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, it had received complaints about suspected drug activity at a home on Ruby Road in Jackson. The Sheriff’s Office says after a lengthy investigation, it obtained a search warrant and found methamphetamine…

Scorching heat is going nowhere for Middle Georgia

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A cold front that brought a few storms early Monday will not bring any drop to temperatures around Middle Georgia. This Evening While a couple of small, isolated showers will remain possible through the early evening, skies for much of the region will be mostly sunny. Clear skies are expected overnight with low temperatures in the…

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office reports drowning in Ocmulgee River

Witnesses told deputies that a person had disappeared while swimming from a shallow sand bar back to the boat ramp.

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says a person drowned in the Ocmulgee River at Popes Ferry boat ramp on Sunday. Deputies responded to a missing person call at 9:05 p.m. on Sunday at Popes Ferry boat ramp, located off GA Highway 87. Witnesses told deputies that a person had disappeared while swimming from a shallow…

Macon Regional Crimestoppers seeks public help searching for wanted suspects

Today's word of the day: Patience

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? Melvin…

Dodge County Fire Department: Man drowns in Ocmulgee River

Operations resumed on Monday and a victim was recovered.

DODGE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dodge County Fire Department says a man was swept under water by the swift current in the Ocmulgee River and drowned on Sunday. Dodge County Fire and EMA were dispatched to the McCranie Boat Landing for a possible drowning around 7 p.m. Dive teams searched on Sunday evening, but had to cease operations due…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigating armed robbery at Family Dollar

The armed robbery took place at Family Dollar, located at 4925 Bloomfield Rd.  

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that took place at the Family Dollar in Macon. The commercial armed robbery happened on Monday before 10 a.m. at the Family Dollar, located at 4925 Bloomfield Rd. A man entered the store and brandished a firearm. The man demanded money from the store clerk and…

UPDATE: Man arrested for defacing mural in Warner Robins

The Warner Robins Police Department have identified a suspect and taken him into custody. 

(UPDATE 6/24/24) The Warner Robins Police Department have identified a suspect and taken him into custody. Quintin Mclin has been charged with criminal damage to property. (ORIGINAL 6/21/24) WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Police Department (WRPD) is investigating the defacement of a mural that happened on Friday at 114 S. Commercial Circle. Just after 1 p.m., officers responded…

Cochran-Bleckley prepare for 4th of July celebration

Melissa Barker, President/CEO Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce, says this event is free and open to everyone.

BLECKLEY COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cochran-Bleckley County will host the inaugural 4th of July Independence Day Celebration. Melissa Barker, President/CEO Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce, says this event is free and open to everyone. There will be food trucks, inflatables, family games and activities, a glow run/walk and fireworks. Food trucks and activities begin at 6 p.m., the glow run/walk will…

Very hot week ahead

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all! Triple digit heat is expect to affect the area this week. Make sure you practice your summertime safety tips. At least humidity will be low this week. However we will not see much rain. This will not help drought conditions here in the area. The most rain expect is about a…

Motorcyclist dies after Warner Robins crash on Elberta Road

Motorcycle crash on Elberta Road claims life of 31-year-old Ryan Cooper

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Police Department says a man is dead after a motorcycle crash Saturday night. According to a news release, the crash happened just before 8 o’clock on Elberta Road. Officers say they found 31-year-old Ryan Cooper in the front yard of 1018 Elberta Road with “extensive injuries” and transported him to a local…

Bibb deputies report second drowning in Ocmulgee River on Friday

Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 19-year-old Eddren Chester is Friday's second drowning victim in the Ocmulgee River

FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says a second person drowned in the Ocmulgee River Friday, marking two drownings in the river in one day. Deputies responded to Frank Amerson Park just after 6 p.m. following a report of a possible drowning. Witnesses told deputies they saw their friend go under the water and tried to help…

Macon-Bibb County, River Edge unveil tiny cottages for homeless and mental health support

New East Macon tiny cottages offer hope and housing for those facing homelessness and mental health challenges

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County and River Edge Behavioral Health hosted an open house ceremony and tour of the Tiny Cottages of Macon on Friday. The newly-completed homes in East Macon will offer a second chance to those in the area who are homeless or suffer from mental health or substance abuse disabilities. River Edge partnered…

Thousands of Macon families benefit from Atrium Health Navicent’s food distribution event

Atrium Health Navicent and partners distribute 120,000 pounds of fresh produce to Macon-Bibb County residents

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Thousands of families in Macon-Bibb County were able to take home fresh fruits and vegetables, thanks to a massive food distribution event organized by Atrium Health Navicent, along with their partners, on Friday. The drive-thru event, held on Eisenhower Parkway, saw a big turnout, with cars lining up for hours as families came to receive their…

UPDATE: Deputies identify man who drowned in Ocmulgee River while attempting to rescue children

33-year-old Billy Scott Carter was pronounced dead at the scene. All children were unharmed.

FileUPDATE (9:45 p.m.) – Bibb County deputies reported a second drowning in the Ocmulgee River Friday night. UPDATE (4:15 p.m.) – Bibb County deputies identified the man who drowned on Friday as 33-year-old Billy Scott Carter. His family has been notified. ORIGINAL STORY (3:12 p.m.): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 33-year-old man drowned in the Ocmulgee River on Friday afternoon…