Hank Aaron Exhibit Georgia Sports Hall Of Fame May 10 2024
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50th anniversary of Hank Aaron’s record-breaking 715th home run to be celebrated at Georgia Sports Hall of Fame

"So we're very, very, thankful, for all the neat items that showcase Hank Aaron, who he was and who he is as a legend," curator Nathan Jones said.
Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 50th anniversary of Hank Aaron’s record-breaking 715th home run will be celebrated Saturday at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame (GSHF). The previous record holder was Babe Ruth before Hank Aaron broke it. The current record holder is Barry Bonds, who broke Aaron’s record in 2007. The GSHF will unveil a new…

Decision 2024: Meet Robert Dickey, Candidate For Georgia House District 134, Republican Primary
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Decision 2024: Meet Robert Dickey, candidate for Georgia House District 134, Republican Primary

Early voting began on April 29 and ends on May 17. Election Day will be May 21.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 134 election. Joshua Lewis and Robert Dickey are competing to win the Republican nomination in the upcoming primary election. 41NBC’s Monica Diaz-Meek spoke with each candidate ahead of the May 21 election. Candidate name: Robert Dickey Running for: Georgia House District 134 Campaign Website: voterobertdickey.com MONICA- Good…

Rain Is Gone! Time For A Beautiful Mother's Day Weekend!
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Rain is gone! Time for a beautiful Mother’s Day weekend!

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Today, a cold front will sweep through Georgia, ushering in gusty winds and drier conditions. Anticipate wind speeds ranging from 10 to 20 mph, with gusts peaking at 35 mph. Precipitation is expected to taper off by evening, paving the way for a clearer night. Come Saturday, Middle Georgia will experience cooler and drier air, setting…

Macon Volunteer Clinic Expansion
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Macon Volunteer Clinic is looking for doctors to help serve Middle Georgia patients

The clinic's hours of operation is Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Volunteer Clinic is seeking the help of doctors with specialties in areas such as  Gynecology, Optometry, and Orthopedics. They need your help treating everyday, working Middle Georgians who might not have a big enough income to afford health insurance. The clinic’s hours of operation are Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m….

Houston County Ready For Rematch In Final Four
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Houston County Ready for Rematch in Final Four

The Houston County Bears Baseball team is set to face the Pope Greyhounds in the GHSA AAAAAA Semifinal Round
Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Bears Baseball team is no stranger to success. Since winning their first ever State Championship back in 2014, the last ten seasons have seen the Bears break numerous records, win multiple state titles, and send several players to play at the NCAA Division One level. To commemorate their success since then,…

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Macon-Bibb EMA shares safety tips when severe weather hits

"If you need to find a shelter in place, location in your home or something like that, prepare now."
Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Drivers faced an uneasy commute on Thursday afternoon as severe weather moved through Middle Georgia. Heavy rains, strong winds, and thunderstorms caused wet roads making travel hazardous. During severe weather season, the Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency is urging everyone to have a plan in place before stepping out the door. Spencer Hawkins is the Director of…

Perry Wanted Man
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Perry Police looking for wanted man

Marquavious Manning is wanted for Aggravated Assault and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony.
Clayton Poulnott,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Police Department needs your help finding a wanted man. According to a recent Facebook post by the department, they’re looking for 21-year-old Marquavious Manning. Police say he’s wanted for Aggravated Assault and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony. Manning is 5’8 and weighs around 140lbs. If you know where he…

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Washington County deputies make nine arrests in multi-day contraband operation

Nine people are now in custody after the Washington County Sheriff's Office says its deputies seized seven pounds of marijuana, two pounds of methamphetamine, seven pounds of tobacco, two pounds of ecstasy, three drones and 15 cell phones.
Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Washington County Sheriff’s OfficeSANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Nine people are now in custody after the Washington County Sheriff’s Office says its deputies seized seven pounds of marijuana, two pounds of methamphetamine, seven pounds of tobacco, two pounds of ecstasy, three drones and 15 cell phones. According to a Washington County Sheriff’s Office news release, sent Thursday by Sheriff Joel…

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Baldwin County receives 2024 CHIP grant worth $500K

According to a Baldwin County news release, the funds will be used to rehabilitate six homes on the south side of the country, with construction set to start on the first house in winter 2025.
Tucker Sargent,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Baldwin County has received a $500,000 Community Home Investment Program (CHIP) grant from Georgia’s Department of Community Affairs. According to a Baldwin County news release, the funds will be used to rehabilitate six homes on the south side of the country, with construction set to start on the first house in winter 2025. Baldwin County is…

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WRPD: Man sentenced to life in prison after deadly 2023 shooting

A man arrested in connection with the shooting death of Anthony Presley in May 2023 was found guilty of multiple charges on Wednesday and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Tucker Sargent,

Andre Slocumb (Photo: Warner Robins Police Department)UPDATE (5/9/24) – A man arrested in connection with the shooting death of Anthony Presley in May 2023 was found guilty of multiple charges on Wednesday and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. A Warner Robins Police Department news release says 39-year-old Andre Slocumb, who was taken into custody in…

Macon Startup Week Aiming To Boost Local Entrepreneurship
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Macon Startup Week aiming to boost local entrepreneurship

Startup Week will have free events at various locations throughout Downtown Macon from May 6 through May 11.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – SparkMacon in collaboration with Score Middle Georgia and Startup Macon is hosting Macon Startup Week to help local entrepreneurs. Startup Week will have free events at various locations throughout Downtown Macon from May 6 through May 11. Jenn David with Macon Startup Week says this event is for current entrepreneurs or those who are hoping to become…
Bibb County, Local News

Home dedication held for four Macon Area Habitat for Humanity homes

Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller handed over keys to new homeowners Thursday.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller handed over keys to new homeowners Thursday. These four houses sit on land that was cleared out in Phase 1 of the blight fight. Several local non–profits and businesses helped fund construction, including Macon-Area Habitat for Humanity and the Peyton Anderson Foundation. Mayor Lester Miller says making room for these new homes…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Age-Friendly Community celebration held at Carolyn Crayton Park

It started after the AARP and The World Health Organization recognized Macon for its amenities that can make aging easier.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rain didn’t stop this year’s Age-Friendly Community celebration at Carolyn Crayton Park on Thursday. The celebration has been held for 12 years now. It started after the AARP and The World Health Organization recognized Macon for its amenities that can make aging easier. A couple of those amenities, also called domains, are public transportation and affordable…
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Son fatally shoots his father during domestic dispute in Houston County

Alexzander Capella-Ortiz was arrested and is currently housed in the Houston County Sheriff’s Office Detention Center.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A son shot and killed his father during a domestic dispute in Houston County, according to the Houston County Sheriff’s Office. 52-year-old Adalberto Ortiz-Nieves and 21-year-old Alexzander Capella-Ortiz had a domestic dispute on May 8 around 8:20 p.m. in the 100 block of Wimberly Road in Hawkinsville. Capella-Ortiz shot and killed his father during the…

Crawford County Prepares For First Ever Final Four Appearance In Program History
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Crawford County Prepares for First Ever Final Four Appearance in Program History

The Eagles (26-8) will take their young ten player squad to Prince Avenue Christian for a GHSA A D-I Final Four Matchup
Justin Dierkes,

ROBERTA, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Crawford County Eagles baseball team has been preparing for their first ever GHSA Class A D-I Final Four matchup ever in program history. After graduating eight seniors and finishing last season with the most regular season wins in school history, Crawford County’s expectations for this season were to get the young team’s feet wet,…

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Macon, Atlanta, Savannah passenger rail restoration in planning phase, officials say

Leaders and officials gathered at the Central Corridor Coalition meeting on Wednesday to discuss the possibility of restoring passenger rail service between Atlanta, Macon and Savannah.
Fiona King,

FLOVILLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Leaders and officials gathered at the Central Corridor Coalition meeting on Wednesday to discuss the possibility of restoring passenger rail service between Atlanta, Macon and Savannah. According to the 1-75 Corridor Coalition, the project is in its planning phase, but it is one step closer to becoming a reality. The former mayor of Macon-Bibb County, Robert…

Bike Walk Macon Prepares For Month Of Events
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Bike Walk Macon prepares for month of events

Bike Walk Macon is encouraging community members to ditch your car and grab your bike. 
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon is celebrating Bike Walk Month with a full month of community events. “We have plenty of free things that you can come to, no matter the skill level,” says Rachel Umana from Bike Walk Macon. Bike Walk Macon is encouraging community members to ditch your car and grab your bike. Facebook: Bike Walk…

Decision 2024: Meet Phyllis Tufts Hightower, Candidate For Georgia House District 149, Democratic Primary
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Decision 2024: Meet Phyllis Tufts Hightower, candidate for Georgia House District 149, Democratic Primary

Early voting began on April 29 and ends on May 17. Election Day will be May 21.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Democratic candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 149 election. Floyd Griffin and Phyllis Tufts Hightower are competing to win the Democratic nomination in the upcoming primary election. 41NBC’s Monica Diaz-Meek spoke with each candidate ahead of the May 21 election. Candidate name: Phyllis Tufts Hightower Running for: Georgia House District 149 Campaign Website: Facebook…
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Georgia Power hosts ‘Energy Exchange, Careers in Energy Exposure Day’ for Middle Georgia high school students

After a quick meet and orientation, students broke up into groups to tour the power company, and they were able to interact with employees.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – About 90 high school students in Bibb and Jones counties participated in Georgia Power’s, “Energy Exchange, Careers in Energy Exposure Day” on Wednesday. Dr. Melissa Middlebrooks, the Education and Workforce Development Coordinator at Georgia Power, says the event shows students different career opportunities they may not have thought about before. “Anything from linemen to engineering to…
Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Georgia News, Local News, WMGT

Man arrested in Macon for trafficking methamphetamine

32-year-old Tavish Faulks was arrested for trafficking methamphetamine on April 29 and additional charges are pending. 
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County man was arrested for trafficking methamphetamine in Macon, following a drug investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI). 32-year-old Tavish Faulks was arrested for trafficking methamphetamine on April 29 and additional charges are pending. Following a 6-month investigation, the GBI assisted by Georgia State Patrol, conducted a traffic stop on an SUV…

Local Dealership Offering Free Pet Adoptions
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Local dealership offering free pet adoptions

The event will be May 18 at Hutchinson Mitsubishi.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Hutchinson Mitsubishi is partnering with the Houston County Humane Society to offer free pet adoptions on May 18. The event will be at the Hutchinson Mitsubishi from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Joshua Bowens from Hutchinson Mitsubishi says they are also accepting donations. They are collecting food, bedding, blankets, toys and other essential items. Categories: 41…

Tree Planting Williams Elementary May 8 2024
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

79 trees being planted at L.H. Williams Elementary

"We're just so excited to have trees on our campus because it just beautifies," Principal Dr. Cynthia Jones said.
Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Trees were planted in L.H. Williams Elementary School’s playground area on Wednesday as part of an ongoing effort to beautify the community. The ceremony, led by 4th grader A’niya Langford, featured various speakers from the administration and community. This is the third planting that has taken place as part of a project to…

90's Today, Thunderstorms Thursday
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Multiple waves of strong thunderstorms Thursday

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – UPDATE 5:50 PM- Tomorrow, there is a Threat for strong to severe storms, with a Level 3/5 risk for damaging winds, hail, and flooding. The timing is 8am to 4pm and then 3am to 8am. The main threat is strong damaging winds. Updates on air 41NBC.     Good morning! This morning, we are starting out…