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Decision 2024: Meet Donice Bryant candidate for Macon-Bibb Commission, District 8

Election day is June 18.

June 13, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two candidates are qualified for the upcoming Macon-Bibb Commission, District 8 runoff election. Donice Bryant and Kim Jenkins are competing in the upcoming runoff election. 41NBC’s Monica Diaz-Meek spoke with each candidate ahead of the June 18 election. Candidate name: Donice Bryant Running for: Macon-Bibb Commission, District 8 Campaign Website: votedonicebryantdistrict8.com MONICA- Today we have Donice Bryant, who’s…

Houston County leaders plan millage rate rollback amid rising property values

New property tax assessment notices reflect higher values, prompting millage rate reduction plans

June 13, 2024

Denise Turner,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Houston County leaders are planning to roll back the millage rate for property taxes, as new property tax assessment notices are reflecting higher property values. According to county commission chair Dan Perdue, that means you probably will not have to pay more in your county property taxes. He expects the school board and the cities…

This week is only going to get hotter

June 13, 2024

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all! This morning we are mild in the 60s and 70s. A tad bit more humid for this morning. This afternoon is going to be a hot one, with temperatures in the low to mid 90s. However humidity will not be to bad. Tomorrow we will be in the mid to upper…

Former Hoco Star Drew Burress Racks Up The Awards

Former HoCo Bear Drew Burress racks up the accolades

Georgia Tech Freshman OF earned several awards Wednesday for his collegiate play this past season

June 13, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

Atlanta, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Former Houston County baseball star and current Georgia Tech Freshman outfielder Drew Burress earned several awards for his collegiate play this past season. Coming out of high school, Burress was the number one rated outfielder and number two overall prospect in the state according to ‘Perfect Game’. Now the ACC Freshman of the Year learned…

Travon Walker Returns Home For 2nd Annual Youth Football Camp

Travon Walker comes home for 2nd annual football camp this weekend

Former Upson-Lee, Georgia Bulldog, and number one overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, Tayvon Walker will be holding his 2nd annual free youth football camp Saturday, June 15

June 13, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

THOMASTON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Former Upson-Lee grad, National Champion, and the first overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft, Travon Walker will return home for his 2nd annual free youth football camp for boys and girls ages 11-18 Kids will learn fundamentals through drills, earn awards, hear speeches, and more during the camp at Upson-Lee Middle School from 9…

Wayne Johnson, Chuck Hand competing in Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Georgia District 2

With runoff elections underway, the race for the Republican nomination for U.S. House Georgia District 2 has been gaining national attention.

June 12, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With runoff elections underway, the race for the Republican nomination for U.S. House Georgia District 2 has been gaining national attention. The two Republican candidates, Wayne Johnson and Chuck Hand, are vying for the opportunity to represent their district in the upcoming November election. Wayne Johnson, a military veteran and lifelong Georgia resident, recently shared his…

Dublin VA announces PACT Act Summer VetFest

The event is scheduled for June 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

June 12, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center is hosting the PACT Act Summer VetFest in Dublin. The event is scheduled for June 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Frank Jordan, Chief of Communications and Stakeholder Relations at the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center, says this event is open to the entire community. Jordan says the PACT…

Macon Pride celebrates Pride Month

Demarcus Beckham, Co-Founder of Macon Pride, says this month is a time for the community to come together.

June 12, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Pride is celebrating Pride Month with several events throughout the month of June. Demarcus Beckham, Co-Founder of Macon Pride, says this month is a time for the community to come together. Beckham says this month is filled with events for everyone. June 15: Georgia ICONS! with Phoenix Drag Show fundraiser June 18: OUTGeorgia Business After…

UPDATE: Man arrested for fatal shooting on Cedar Avenue

The fatal shooting took place on April 14 in the 1900 block of Cedar Ave.

June 12, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeUPDATE (6/12/24): The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested 39-year-old Willie James Haugabrook III in connection with the death investigation of Gregory William Thomas. The fatal shooting took place on April 14 in the 1900 block of Cedar Ave. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, investigators identified Haugabrook as the suspect involved in connection with fatal…

Miami homicide suspect Wayne Sanders arrested in Forsyth

Wayne Sanders, wanted for homicide and armed robbery, was arrested in Forsyth by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office and is awaiting extradition to Florida.

June 12, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Wayne Sanders (Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Ga. (41NBC/WMGT) — Wayne Sanders, wanted for two counts of homicide and one count of armed robbery in Miami, Florida, was arrested in Forsyth by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Sanders was taken into custody without incident after being located in a subdivision, according to a news release from the Monroe County Sheriff’s…

Macon-Bibb opens third community pool for the summer

Pool at Booker T. Washington Community Center now open

June 12, 2024

Tucker Sargent, Taylor Gilchrist,

Photo: Macon-Bibb CountyMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County is tackling lifeguard shortages head-on this summer, taking a new approach to ensure community pools are open and staffed. Robert Walker, the Parks & Recreation Director, says lifeguard shortages have been a challenge since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. Last year, the department turned to a private company for staffing, but…

Macon hair salon help local veterans with hair loss

Charlyn Harris-Allen helps vets acquire medical wigs and hairpieces through their VA Benefits.

June 12, 2024

Denise Turner,

Charlyn Harris-Allen is the owner of The Beauty Parlor Salon and Boutique on Napier Avenue in Macon. She’s also a Certified Hair Loss Specialist who can help veteran dealing with scalp conditions and different types of hair loss like Alopecia. Harris-Allen helps them acquire medical wigs and hairpieces through their VA Benefits. Disabled Army Veteran, Vontressa Salaam, is in the…

Hot and partly cloudy for today

June 12, 2024

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all! This morning we are mild in the 60s and 70s. A tad bit more humid for this morning. There is also some fog causing problems across Middle Georgia so slow down this morning! As for this afternoon we will see high temperatures reaching the 90’s for some although we will not…

Macon Mayhem holding ‘Jersey Roulette’ this week

The Macon Mayhem are holding a jersey roulette to giveaway game worn road jerseys from this past 2023-24 season

June 12, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – 41(NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Mayhem are holding a Jersey Roulette this week. Purchase a ticket to guarantee a jersey. There are only eight available. With your spot secured, you will win any of the signed, season-worn white road jerseys from the players listed below: #96 Joey Berkopec #13 Alec Severson #11 Bradley Jenion #44 Jake Fuss #85…

HIGHLIGHTS: Bacon lose at home 9-5

The Macon Bacon (3-12) lose their third straight game, as they fall to the Forest City Owls (12-2) by a final score of 9-5

June 12, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Bacon (3-12) fall at home to the Forest City Owls (12-2) by a final score of 9-5. This is the Bacon’s third consecutive loss, which includes a 12-6 loss on the road to the Owls on Saturday. They fell to the Lexington County Blowfish (6-8) on Monday on the road. The Bacon host…

Pediatrician offers tips for infant safe sleeping practices

Local pediatrician, mom share safe sleep practices following infant death in Macon County

June 11, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The recent death of a 2-month-old in Macon County is raising community awareness of safe sleeping. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is currently conducting an investigation into the infant’s death, with early indications suggesting the death was related to co-sleeping. Knowing the dangers of co-sleeping can help prevent tragedies like this from happening. Dr.Yameika Head, a…

Apexx Martial Arts to host Father’s Day class

The 'Dad and me" martial art class is June 22.

June 11, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Apexx Martial Arts is hosting a ‘Dad & Me’ martial art class for Father’s Day. The class is June 22 at Apexx Martial Arts located at 590 Carl Vinson Parkway Suite 100. Danielle Pace, Head Martial Arts Instructor, says no experience is required for this class. The class fee is $30 which includes the father…

Perry Police, Georgia Revenue agents uncover underage vape, tobacco sales at six businesses

ID compliance checks reveal violations in Perry; citations issued to employees and business owners

June 11, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Police Department, in collaboration with special agents from the Georgia Department of Revenue Alcohol and Tobacco Division, conducted ID compliance checks on Tuesday, resulting in violations at six businesses. According to a news release from the Perry Police Department, the compliance checks targeted businesses selling vape and tobacco products. Out of nine businesses inspected,…

Average temperatures expected Wednesday

June 11, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia will see seasonable conditions the middle of this week before major heat takes over to end it. This Evening Mostly sunny skies are likely this evening as temperatures largely remain in the 80s while the sun is out. It will be a below average night again with low temperatures falling into the mid 60s…

Little Richard House closed indefinitely

The closure comes after months of back-and-forth between the Macon-Bibb County Government and the Macon-Bibb Community Enhancement Authority regarding a missing financial audit and receipts.

June 11, 2024

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Little Richard House Resource Center has closed indefinitely. This comes after months of back-and-forth between the Macon-Bibb County Government and the Macon-Bibb Community Enhancement Authority regarding a missing financial audit and receipts. Robert Banks, who serves as the administrator of the Little Richard House, explained why he thinks it’s important for the…

Fort Valley to host Juneteenth Celebration

Legacy Group Development is partnering with the City of Fort Valley and Peach County for the Juneteenth Festival.

June 11, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Legacy Group Development is partnering with the City of Fort Valley and Peach County for the Juneteenth Festival. Angela Williams, event organizer, says the Juneteenth Festival will take place over 2 days. There will be a food drive in Montezuma at Flint River School Park on June 14. The event is free and open to…

UPDATE: Macon to host Juneteenth Celebration

The Juneteenth Freedom Festival will have events from June 7 through June 16.

June 11, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

UPDATE (6/14/24): The Fathers and Family Juneteenth Celebration, originally scheduled for Tattnall Square Park on Sunday, has been relocated to the Douglass Theatre at 355 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. The free event will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. A variety of Juneteenth speakers, local performers and acknowledgement of fathers will be featured, culminating with a 7:30…

Decision 2024: Meet Stanley Stewart, candidate for Macon-Bibb Commission, District 3

Election day is June 18.

June 11, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two candidates are qualified for the upcoming Macon-Bibb Commission, District 3 runoff election. Melvin Flowers and Stanley Stewart are competing in the upcoming runoff election. 41NBC’s Monica Diaz-Meek spoke with each candidate ahead of the June 18 election. Candidate name: Stanley Stewart Running for: Macon-Bibb Commission, District 3 Campaign Website: Facebook MONICA- Good afternoon. Today we…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores June 3-7

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 3 and Friday, June 7, 2024.

June 11, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

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 3 and Friday, June 7, 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…

Election day is June 18.

New property tax assessment notices reflect higher values, prompting millage rate reduction plans

Georgia Tech Freshman OF earned several awards Wednesday for his collegiate play this past season

Former Upson-Lee, Georgia Bulldog, and number one overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, Tayvon Walker will be holding his 2nd annual free youth football camp Saturday, June 15

With runoff elections underway, the race for the Republican nomination for U.S. House Georgia District 2 has been gaining national attention.

The event is scheduled for June 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Demarcus Beckham, Co-Founder of Macon Pride, says this month is a time for the community to come together.

The fatal shooting took place on April 14 in the 1900 block of Cedar Ave.

Wayne Sanders, wanted for homicide and armed robbery, was arrested in Forsyth by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office and is awaiting extradition to Florida.

Pool at Booker T. Washington Community Center now open

Charlyn Harris-Allen helps vets acquire medical wigs and hairpieces through their VA Benefits.

The Macon Mayhem are holding a jersey roulette to giveaway game worn road jerseys from this past 2023-24 season

The Macon Bacon (3-12) lose their third straight game, as they fall to the Forest City Owls (12-2) by a final score of 9-5

Local pediatrician, mom share safe sleep practices following infant death in Macon County

The 'Dad and me" martial art class is June 22.

ID compliance checks reveal violations in Perry; citations issued to employees and business owners

The closure comes after months of back-and-forth between the Macon-Bibb County Government and the Macon-Bibb Community Enhancement Authority regarding a missing financial audit and receipts.

Legacy Group Development is partnering with the City of Fort Valley and Peach County for the Juneteenth Festival.

The Juneteenth Freedom Festival will have events from June 7 through June 16.

Election day is June 18.

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 3 and Friday, June 7, 2024.

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