Macon Rbi 15u Wins Rbi Southeast Regionals
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Macon RBI 15U wins RBI Southeast Regionals

The Macon RBI 15 and under baseball team has won the 2024 Nike RBI Junior Baseball RBI Southeast Regional Championship and is now headed to the MLB World Series
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – In Jacksonville, Florida on Sunday afternoon, the Macon RBI 15 and under Baseball team won the 2024 Nike RBI Junior Baseball RBI Southeast Regional Championship. The game came down to the end when the Macon RBI won 10-9 in extra innings in the bottom eighth on a slide home from Bryce Talley after a past…

Coach's Corner: Peach County Trojans
Coach's Corner

Coach’s Corner: Peach County Trojans

41NBC's Bill Shanks sat down with Peach County Trojans head coach Marquis Westbrook to discuss their upcoming season.
David Tufts,

41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Peach County Trojans head coach Marquis Westbrook to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner Tags: high school football, peach county trojans

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News

College freshmen face unique challenges as new school year begins soon

"We want to make sure that individuals are not being isolated which can increase challenges of anxiety or depression.”
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As the summer winds down, incoming college freshman are preparing for a new chapter in life. While this is exciting for many, new students on campus often face unique challenges that can decrease the quality of their mental health. “There’s the balance of navigating how to allocate time for studying and allocating…
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Perry man arrested for arson, more charges after Shoshone Circle fire

Keith Hutchison faces arson, cruelty to children and other charges after Perry fire
Tucker Sargent,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man faces multiple charges in connection with a fire earlier this month. According to a Perry Police Department news release, Keith Hutchison was arrested following an investigation into a fire at 228 Shoshone Circle on July 8. The City of Perry Fire Department and Perry Police Department responded fire, and after extinguishing it, launched a…

Macon Regional Crimestoppers Seek Help Identifying Suspects
41 Today, Bibb County, Crawford County, Crime, Featured, Georgia News, Houston County, Local News, Monroe County, Twiggs County, WMGT

Macon Regional Crimestoppers seek help identifying suspects

Today's word of the day: Self-control
Monica Diaz-Meek,

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?…

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Bibb County, Elections, Featured, Local News

Middle Georgia reacts to President Biden dropping out of 2024 race

Local Democrats and Republicans share reactions to Biden's exit and Harris' run for the presidency
Tanya Modersitzki,

MGNMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Some Middle Georgia voters are reacting to the news of President Biden dropping out of the race and Vice President Kamala Harris running for the Democratic ticket. News of President Biden no longer seeking re-election sent shock ways across both parties. This comes after fellow Democrats urged President to Biden to step out of the race…

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

UPDATE: Macon teen arrested in connection with fatal shooting at Lokchapee Landing

Colbert was transported from Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Unit to the Bibb County Jail and is being held without bond.
41NBC Web Producer, Monica Diaz-Meek,

(UPDATE: 7/22) The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested 19-year-old Brian Latrell Colbert Jr. in connection with the death of 50-year-old Brian Matthew Brown, that occurred on November 26, 2023. According to a media release, Colbert was arrested just before 5 p.m. at the Dempsey Apartments without incident. Colbert faces a murder charge. He also faces four counts of aggravated assault,…

Coach's Corner: Rutland Hurricanes
Coach's Corner

Coach’s Corner: Rutland Hurricanes

41NBC's Bill Shanks sat down with Rutland Hurricanes head coach Anthony Williams to discuss their upcoming season.
David Tufts,

41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Rutland Hurricanes head coach Anthony Williams to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner Tags: high school football, rutland hurricanes

Coach's Corner: Perry Panthers
Coach's Corner

Coach’s Corner: Perry Panthers

41NBC's Bill Shanks sat down with Perry Panthers head coach Kevin Smith to discuss their upcoming season.
David Tufts,

41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Perry Panthers head coach Kevin Smith to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner Tags: high school football, Perry Panthers

Coach's Corner: Houston County Bears
Coach's Corner

Coach’s Corner: Houston County Bears

41NBC's Bill Shanks sat down with Houston County Bears head coach Jeremy Edwards to discuss their upcoming season.
David Tufts,

41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Houston County Bears head coach Jeremy Edwards to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner Tags: high school football, houston county bears

Coach's Corner: Ace Gryphons
Coach's Corner

Coach’s Corner: Ace Gryphons

41NBC's Bill Shanks sat down with Ace Gryphons head coach Keith Hatcher to discuss their upcoming season.
David Tufts,

41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Ace Gryphons head coach Keith Hatcher to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner Tags: ACE Gryphons, high school football

Highlights: Bacon Get Shutout 11 0 On Hawaiian Night
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HIGHLIGHTS: Bacon get shutout 11-0 on Hawaiian night

The Macon Bacon (14-25) lose thier fourth straight game to the Florence Flamingos (23-17) by a final score of 11-0
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Bacon have lost their fourth straight game after a loss at home to the Florence Flamingos 11-0. Last Friday, the Bacon beat the Flamingos 12-1 at home. However, the next day they lost to the Flamingos in Florence 5-3. Then, Macon continued to lose the next three games, including this shutout Friday night….

Back To School
Education, Featured, Houston County, Local News

15th annual Back-to-School Bash supports Houston County students and parents

Warner Robins event offers free supplies, haircuts and more
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Houston County students and parents have grown accustomed to preparing for the new school year at an annual back-to-school bash. “I wish it can keep on going until she finishes school,” said Jackie Smith, the mother of rising third-grade and kindergarten students. “It can save me a whole lot of money. And…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Cooler but stormy weekend on deck

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rain odds will remain high heading into the weekend, keeping high temperatures below average. This Evening Ongoing scattered storms will continue through the suppertime hours before dwindling off. Skies will be mostly cloudy tonight with a couple showers and perhaps a storm persisting after midnight. Overnight lows will be in the upper 60s and lower 70s…
41 Today, Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Bibb County School District seeking steering committee members for school consolidation research

Bibb County School District presented plans of a four-phase data collection process over this school year.
Tanya Modersitzki,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District is trying to save money by potentially consolidating some schools. This upcoming school year may be the last time the Bibb County School District has a total of 35 schools. On Thursday, the district presented plans during the Board of Education meeting to potentially consolidate schools. As COVID funding runs out…
Featured, Local News, Wilcox County

Investigation underway after inmate dies at Wilcox State Prison

The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) is investigating after an inmate death at Wilcox State Prison.
Tucker Sargent,

ABBEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) is investigating after an inmate death at Wilcox State Prison. According to GDC spokesperson Joan Heath, Arthur Williams died on Thursday. Williams’ body will be turned over to the county coroner and taken to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) Crime Lab to determine the official cause of death. Williams…
Entertainment, Featured, Houston County, Local News

UPDATE: Full 2024 Georgia National Fair concert lineup released

The Georgia National Fair has announced its full 2024 concert lineup: Josh Turner, Grapevine, Southside Worship, Rumba Latina, Purple Xperience, Cooper Alan, Yachtley Crew, Warrant, West Love & The 478 Band, Ginuwine and the Bellamy Brothers.
Tucker Sargent,

File (2023)UPDATE (7/19/24): The Georgia National Fair released the rest of its 2024 concert lineup on Friday, announcing Grapevine, Southside Worship and Rumba Latina will all take the stage during this year’s fair. Here’s the full lineup: Thursday, October 3: Bellamy Brothers Friday, October 4: Josh Turner Saturday, October 5: Grapevine Sunday, October 6: Southside Worship Monday, October 7: West…

Macon Bacon Hosting Youth Camp July 22 24
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Macon Bacon Hosting Youth Camp July 22-24

The Macon Bacon are hosting a youth camp at Luther Williams Field July 22-24
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Bacon are hosting their annual Youth Baseball Camp presented by D-Bat Warner Robins. The camp will be held at the historic Luther Williams Field for kids ages 6-14.  The youth camp will start July 22 and go through the July 24. There is a registration fee of $75 and each camp comes with…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

More clouds and storms Friday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A stalled out cold front will bring even more clouds and rain to Middle Georgia to end the week. This Evening Scattered storms are likely through the suppertime hours and into tonight around Middle Georgia. Skies outside of those storms should be partly cloudy. While severe weather is not expected, storms will bring frequent cloud to…

Milledgeville Pd Death Crime Scene
Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Milledgeville Police investigating two deaths on Roberts Street

The Milledgeville Police Department is investigating the deaths of two people found Thursday morning at a home on Roberts Street.
Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Milledgeville Police DepartmentMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Milledgeville Police Department is investigating the deaths of two people found Thursday morning at a home on Roberts Street. Around 9:25 a.m., officers responded to a welfare check call at a home in the 200 block of Roberts Street and discovered one person deceased in the living room and another in the…

Bibb County School District
41 Today, Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Bibb County School District approves body cameras, tasers for Campus Police

Chief Curtis Adams seeks SPLOST funds to enhance transparency and safety
Tanya Modersitzki,

FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County School District Campus Police Officers will be wearing body cameras and carrying tasers soon. Chief Curtis Adams is advocating for these changes to enhance transparency and accountability in campus policing. Adams requested the Bibb County Board of Education allocate 2021 SPLOST funds to purchase body cameras for officers. He believes body cameras will provide…

Spencer Brooks Booking Photo Gfx
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Spencer Bentley Brooks guilty of murdering mother, setting Warner Robins home on fire

Warner Robins man faces life without parole for murdering mother, setting house on fire
Tucker Sargent,

Spencer Brooks (Photo: Houston County District Attorney’s Office)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – 32-year-old Spencer Bentley Brooks has been convicted of murdering his mother and setting her house on fire. The Houston County jury delivered the verdict on Wednesday after a trial that began on Monday. Brooks was convicted of malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault and first degree arson. He…
Dodge County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: City of Eastman boil water advisory ends

The City of Eastman says the boil water advisory will remain in place overnight into Thursday.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (7/18 – 10 a.m.) – The City of Eastman says the boil water advisory has been lifted. UPDATE (7/17 – 4:50 p.m.) – The City of Eastman says the boil water advisory will remain in place overnight into Thursday. UPDATE (7/17 – 9 a.m.): The City of Eastman’s boil water advisory remains in effect as of Wednesday morning. “Until…

Macon Mayhem Release 2024 25 Schedule
Local Sports, Sports

Macon Mayhem Release 2024-25 Schedule

With three months until hockey season, the Macon Mayhem have unveiled their upcoming schedule for the 2024-25 season
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – With three months until hockey season, the Macon Mayhem have unveiled their upcoming schedule for the 2024-25 season. The Mayhem are slated to play 56 games in total for their 10th season, with 28 coming at home at the Macon Coliseum. Macon will see every opponent in the Southern Professional Hockey League this season, and…