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HIGHLIGHTS: East Laurens advances to GHSA 1A D-1 Elite Eight

The East Laurens Falcons (19-1) advance with a 4-0 shutout victory over the Irwin County Indians (8-3-2)

April 24, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

EAST DUBLIN. Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The East Laurens Falcons (19-1) advance to the GHSA 1A D-1 Elite Eight with a 4-0 shutout victory over the Irwin County Indians (8-3-2) at home on Tuesday. The Lady Falcons were lead by forwards Madison Johnson and Jayla Givens on the attack. East Laurens will face Whitefield Academy at home on April 29th….

Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller: ‘Macon is booming’

Visit Macon reports the city brought $12.9 million in economic impact to Macon-Bibb County.

April 23, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)—Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller addressed a packed crowd at the Macon City Auditorium on Tuesday. He discussed the progress of ongoing projects and highlighting the community’s achievements. The State of the Community Luncheon was filled with information, but the key message was clear: Macon is booming. With festivals and events like the Cherry Blossom Festival and the…

What To Expect For The Summer Of Cicadas

What to expect for historic Summer of Cicadas

Periodical cicadas are only about 1½ inches long. They come out less frequently, in the spring, but in the tens of millions.

April 23, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cicada season has officially begun in Middle Georgia, but this year will be different. Dr. Bruce Snyder, Associate Professor and Coordinator at Georgia College & State University, says this year we will see the emergence of the Southern Brood. The Great Southern Brood emerges every 13 years. “For the first time since Thomas Jefferson was the…

D1 Training Discusses Stretches Too Help Manage Stress

D1 Training discusses stretches to help manage stress

April is National Stress Awareness Month.

April 23, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – April is National Stress Awareness Month and D1 Training in Macon says that daily stretching can be beneficial. Lydia Huthmaker, Assistant General Manager at D1 Training Macon, says that 5 minutes of daily stretching can help reduce stress. D1 Training says there are many benefits of stretching: Eases stress: When muscles tighten up in response to stress,…

Decision 2024: Meet Matt Moulton, candidate for Houston County Sheriff

Early voting begins April 29 and ends on May 17. Election Day will be May 21.

April 23, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Houston County Sheriff election. Arthur Harris is running unopposed as a Democrat. Matt Moulton, Will Kendall, Jimmy Dunn, and Slate Simons 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…

UPDATE: Man wanted in Warner Robins hit-and-run now in custody

Warner Robins Police say the man wanted in connection with a hit-and-run last month is now in custody.

April 23, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Dustin Nelson (Photo: Warner Robins Police)UPDATE (4/23/24): Warner Robins Police say the man wanted in connection with a hit-and-run last month is now in custody. According to a news release, Dustin Nelson turned himself in around 1:30 Tuesday afternoon. “He is being processed on warrants for felony hit and run and failure to report an accident with injury,” the release…

Clothesline Project Display Middle Georgia State University April 23 2024

MGA hosts Clothesline Project event to raise awareness about domestic violence, sexual assault

Colors on the shirts represent different types of abuse

April 23, 2024

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A showcase of T-shirts was on display Tuesday outside the Student Life Center at Middle Georgia State University in Macon. The shirts, created at a previous event by students and community members, were on display as part of the Clothesline Project, serving as a reminder of the impact of domestic violence and sexual…

Laurens County Sheriff’s Office investigating alleged assault on student by paraprofessional

Lisa Hester was arrested and charged with three counts of simple assault and one count of cruelty to children in the 2nd degree.

April 23, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

LAURENS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an alleged assault on a student by a paraprofessional on April 18. Deputies were notified by school officials at West Laurens Middle School of the assault and an investigation was conducted. Lisa Hester of Dublin was arrested and charged with three counts of simple assault and one count…

Sunny and 75 today!

April 23, 2024

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning! Today in Middle Georgia, we’re starting off a bit chilly with temperatures in the upper 30s in Eastman and ranging from the low to upper 40s elsewhere. The clear skies this morning are thanks to high pressure, and we can expect a quick warm-up into the 70s later in the day with calm winds…

HIGHLIGHTS: FVSU wins SIAC series with Albany State after 5-4 victory

The FVSU Wildcats (27-15) defeated the Albany State Golden Rams (28-15) by a final score of 5-4 to win two of the three games in the home SIAC series

April 23, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The FVSU Wildcats (27-15) defeated the Albany State Golden Rams (28-15) by a final score of 5-4 to win two of the three games in the home SIAC series. Albany State took an early 2-0 lead with one run in the top of the second and one run in the top third. However, with…

Senator Jon Ossoff unveils innovative ambulances in Middle Georgia

Senator Ossoff says the new modified ambulances will not only help patients, but also the job of the paramedics.

April 22, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff announced on Monday, a major breakthrough in emergency response services for Middle Georgia. Atrium Health Navicent received four state-of-the-art, van-based ambulances. The new ambulances are designed to serve those in Macon, Twiggs, Jones, and Treutlen counties. Senator Ossoff says the new modified ambulances will not only help patients, but also the job…

GBI: New evidence found in 2015 Telfair County double murder case

New evidence discovered as GBI continues investigation into 2015 murders of Bud and June Runion

April 22, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Bud and June Runion (File)MCRAE-HELENA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) said Monday investigators have found new evidence in a case involving the January 2015 deaths of Cobb County residents Bud and June Runion. According to a GBI news release, a citizen found a .22 caliber rifle on April 14 while magnet fishing in Horse Creek on…

Man found dead after Jones County ATV crash

A 45-year-old man was found dead Sunday after his family reported him missing, according to Deputy Coroner Stacy Gardner.

April 22, 2024

Finn Balfour,

JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 45-year-old man was found dead Sunday after his family reported him missing, according to Deputy Coroner Stacy Gardner. According to Gardner, deputies and family members were searching for Daniel C. Wiggins after he didn’t come back from an ATV ride on Saturday night. Gardner says the man was riding along the northbound side of…

Cooler temperatures begin the new week

April 22, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Overnight temperatures will be below average tonight before warmer conditions return later in the week. Tonight Skies are mostly clear around Middle Georgia heading into the evening and should be completely clear overnight. Low temperatures will dip into the low to mid 40s around the region ahead of Tuesday morning. Ambient winds will come from the…

No bond for Macon woman in aggravated assault, arson case

A woman is in custody in connection with an aggravated assault that happened in the 3800 block of Log Cabin Drive just before noon on Sunday.

April 22, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Kimberly Brooks (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman is in custody in connection with an aggravated assault that happened in the 3800 block of Log Cabin Drive just before noon on Sunday. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, 53-year-old Kimberly Lashawn Brooks was identified as the suspect and now faces charges of aggravated assault and…

Crisp County deputy arrested for alleged DUI after crash

Deputy Kendall Evans has been released on bond and is suspended pending investigation.

April 22, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

CRISP COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Crisp County deputy was arrested for an alleged DUI, according to a press release from the Crisp County Sheriff’s Office. Georgia State Patrol was requested to assist a two-vehicle accident on 24th Ave E near 4th Street in Cordele on April 21 around midnight. The crash involved an off-duty Sheriff’s Deputy. 22-year-old Deputy Kendall…

Juveniles arrested after crashing stolen vehicle at Georgia Military College

The incident is currently under investigation.

April 22, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Milledgeville Police Department arrested three juveniles after crashing a stolen vehicle onto the Georgia Military College campus. Patrol units were advised of a stolen vehicle entering the Milledgeville city limits on Sunday morning around 12:40 a.m. Officers saw a white Chevrolet Tahoe that had been reported stolen out of Putnam County, traveling South on North…

Poplar Street Slave Trading Markets Black Heritage Trail Marker April 4 2024

Macon200 Bronze Black Heritage Trail Markers unveiled in downtown Macon

Two Macon200 Bronze Black Heritage Trail Markers were unveiled Monday, with a third on the way soon.

April 22, 2024

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Macon200 Bronze Black Heritage Trail Markers were unveiled Monday, with a third on the way soon. 41NBC was at Poplar Street park in downtown Macon for the unveiling of the Poplar Street Slave Trading Markets Trail Marker. Macon200 Co-Chair Alex Habersham and Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller participated in the unveiling before…

Cherry Blossom Festival brings in $6.1 million economic impact to Macon

The festival saw an increase in visitation from both locals and those visiting.

April 22, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Cherry Blossom Festival had a record economic impact in 2024, bringing in $6.1 million, up from $5.5 million in 2023. Aaron Buzza, the Vice President and COO of Visit Macon, says there were 186,367 local visitors, which is a 16% increase from last year. 38,338 visitors were from outside Macon, which is a 6% increase…

Washington County Sheriff’s Office investigating shooting in Tennille

Deputies responded to a call after 1am at Cornbreads Place. The caller said they heard about 25 shots fired.

April 22, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that took place on the 700 Block of Matthews Road in Tennille. Deputies responded to a call after 1am at Cornbreads Place. The caller said they heard about 25 shots fired. Deputies were told a man was at a home on Irwin Avenue and had been shot….

Cordele man injured while fleeing shooting

Cordele police responded to a shots fired call at the Party Shop on 204 24th Avenue West around 1:15 a.m. on April 21.

April 22, 2024

Finn Balfour,

CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Cordele Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one man injured. Cordele police responded to a shots fired call at the Party Shop on 204 24th Avenue West around 1:15 a.m. on April 21. Officers say they were told by citizens that the suspects had fled the area. Police found a car had been…

Very Mild Spring Afternoon In The Upper 60's

Very mild spring day ahead

April 22, 2024

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Happy Earth Day and good Monday morning to everyone! Today, we’re starting off with temperatures in the 40s and 50s under partly cloudy skies. As the day progresses, we’ll warm up into the upper 60s with plenty of sunshine. Tonight, expect temperatures to drop back into the mid-40s under clear skies. Tomorrow afternoon, we’ll see temperatures…

HIGHLIGHTS: Mercer falls to SOCON Rival Wofford in 12 innings

Mercer (19-16) fell to SOCON rival Wofford (26-10) in 12 innings by a final score of 9-2

April 20, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer Bears (19-16) fell to SOCON rival Wofford College Terriers (26-10) in 12 innings by a final score of 9-2. Jackson Cherry kept his team in it by tying the game up at 1-1 with a solo home run in the bottom 8th, and again with a solo home run in the bottom 10th…

Museum of Aviation prepares for Summer of fun

The Museum of Aviation is celebrating 40 years.

April 19, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Museum of Aviation is celebrating 40 years of operation and gearing up for a busy Summer of events. Jeffrey Brett, President and CEO of the Museum of Aviation Foundation, says this a big year for the museum and shares the upcoming events. May 11: Electric Vehicle Day July 13: Cheers to 40 Years Auction/Raffle/Taste of…

The East Laurens Falcons (19-1) advance with a 4-0 shutout victory over the Irwin County Indians (8-3-2)

Visit Macon reports the city brought $12.9 million in economic impact to Macon-Bibb County.

Periodical cicadas are only about 1½ inches long. They come out less frequently, in the spring, but in the tens of millions.

April is National Stress Awareness Month.

Early voting begins April 29 and ends on May 17. Election Day will be May 21.

Warner Robins Police say the man wanted in connection with a hit-and-run last month is now in custody.

Colors on the shirts represent different types of abuse

Lisa Hester was arrested and charged with three counts of simple assault and one count of cruelty to children in the 2nd degree.

The FVSU Wildcats (27-15) defeated the Albany State Golden Rams (28-15) by a final score of 5-4 to win two of the three games in the home SIAC series

Senator Ossoff says the new modified ambulances will not only help patients, but also the job of the paramedics.

New evidence discovered as GBI continues investigation into 2015 murders of Bud and June Runion

A 45-year-old man was found dead Sunday after his family reported him missing, according to Deputy Coroner Stacy Gardner.

A woman is in custody in connection with an aggravated assault that happened in the 3800 block of Log Cabin Drive just before noon on Sunday.

Deputy Kendall Evans has been released on bond and is suspended pending investigation.

The incident is currently under investigation.

Two Macon200 Bronze Black Heritage Trail Markers were unveiled Monday, with a third on the way soon.

The festival saw an increase in visitation from both locals and those visiting.

Deputies responded to a call after 1am at Cornbreads Place. The caller said they heard about 25 shots fired.

Cordele police responded to a shots fired call at the Party Shop on 204 24th Avenue West around 1:15 a.m. on April 21.

Mercer (19-16) fell to SOCON rival Wofford (26-10) in 12 innings by a final score of 9-2

The Museum of Aviation is celebrating 40 years.

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