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Dr. Anissa Jones launches campaign for Georgia State House District 143

She outlined some of her focuses as public safety, infrastructure, and economic development.

May 30, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dr. Anissa Jones has officially launched her campaign to fill the Georgia State House District 143 seat, being vacated by House Minority Leader Representative James Beverly. Dr. Jones is a well-known figure in the Middle Georgia community. She’s the former Vice Chair of the Macon Water Authority Board, and the first African-American Chiropractor to establish a…

Society Garden to host Mimosa Festival

There will be five different craft mimosas, specialty cocktails and live music.

May 30, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Society Garden is hosting the Annual Macon Mimosa Festival. The event will be June 1 through June 2 from noon to 6 p.m. Brad Evans, Owner of Society Garden, says there will be five different craft mimosas, specialty cocktails and live music. There will also be brunch-style food offerings from the on-site food truck Lilianas. General…

Visit Macon offering Soul Sight Historic Tours

Tours can be booked online, over the phone, or in-person.

May 30, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Visit Macon is hosting Historic Soul Sights Van Tours. The tour showcases soulful stories at the city’s most historic sites. The Historic Soul Sights Van Tours are available on the second Friday & Saturday of each month. The 1-hour tours are offered in English and now Spanish. Lake Lambert, Mobile Visitor Center Manager at Visit Macon, says…

Slightly warmer Friday

May 30, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will rise back into the upper 80s (and maybe lower 90s) Friday afternoon. This Evening Mostly clear skies from the afternoon will stay that way through the evening. After midnight the region will likely see scattered clouds overhead as temperatures drop into the mid to upper 50s rolling into Friday morning. Ambient wind overnight will…

Playground heat hazard safety tips for parents

As we get closer to summer, temperatures are rising, that means playground equipment will become hot, and could harm your child.

May 30, 2024

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As we get closer to summer, temperatures are rising, that means playground equipment will become hot, and could harm your child. Sergeant Jeremy Webb is the Fire Safety Education Officer with the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department, he warns parents what to look out for. “Our slides and our swings and things of that nature gets pretty hot…

Man arrested for murder in Fort Valley

Fort Valley Police arrested Dexter Oliver for the murder of Micah Mccant.

May 30, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested for murder in Fort Valley, according to the Fort Valley Police Department. Fort Valley PD responded to a call about a person shot and possibly hit by a vehicle at the Royal Town Homes on May 26. When deputies arrived, they found a man lying in the parking lot and bleeding…

Fine Fettle, licensed medical cannabis provider opens Macon facility

The facility is expected to create approximately 200 jobs in Macon over the next two years.

May 29, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fine Fettle, one of Georgia’s licensed medical cannabis providers, opens its new facility in Macon. The facility, located at 700 Joe Tamplin Industrial Blvd., offers relief to those who suffer with pain and in need of medical cannabis products. Retired Sergeant Gary Herber, a veteran of the United States Army who served in the 10th Mountain…

HIGHLIGHTS: Macon Bacon get their first win of the season

The Macon Bacon (1-4) get their first win tonight at home against the Florence Flamingos (3-3)

May 29, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At Luther Williams Field, The Macon Bacon (1-4) grabbed their first win of the season over their West Division opponents the Florence Flamingos (3-3) in their second home game of the year, with a 6-2 victory. The Bacon will host the Lexington County Blowfish Thursday night at 7:00 pm. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: Coastal…

Atrium Health Navicent, local churches launch ‘Community Virtual Primary Care’ program

“A lot of people need medical care, and I’m hoping that this will promote people not to neglect their health."

May 29, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent along with a partnership with Middle Georgia churches, introduced a new program to provide medical assistance without visiting a doctor’s office. ‘Community Virtual Primary Care’ offers virtual clinics at churches like Center Hill Baptist Church in Macon. Here’s how the program works: Anyone five-years-old or older who are feeling unwell, can visit the…

Peach County Sgt. Will Not Face Charges In Connection To Deadly Caleb Hooten Case

Peach County officer’s criminal charges dropped in fatal shooting

District Attorney Anita Howard says, "This decision was not made lightly, and I understand its profound impact on the Hooten family and our community."

May 29, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – District Attorney Anita Howard says criminal charges will not be pursued against Sgt. Hermes Rodriguez from the Peach County Sheriff’s Office after he shot and killed a man. Peach County Sheriff’s Deputy Sgt. Hermes Rodriguez attempted to pull over 22-year-old Caleb Hooten near State University Drive in Fort Valley on October 10, 2023. Hooten did…

MTA to offer Teen Summer Bus Pass

The bus pass will be valid from June 1 to July 31.

May 29, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

BIBB COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority is offering a Teen Summer Bus Pass for ages 13 to 18. Jami Gaudet, Public Information Officer at Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority, says the bus pass will be valid from June 1 to July 31. The Teen Summer Bus Pass costs $25 for unlimited use. Registration for the Teen Summer…

More cloud cover expected Thursday

May 29, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia will see partly cloudy skies and slightly lower highs Thursday afternoon. This Evening Skies will remain mostly clear around the region heading into tonight as temperatures stay in the 80s through sunset. A cooler night is expected as lows drop into the upper 50s and lower 60s for most of the region. Winds will…

Downtown Dublin to host Burger Week

Lauren Patterson, Downtown Dublin Mainstreet Manager, says this is the first year that Downtown Dublin is hosting this event.

May 29, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Downtown Dublin is hosting Burger Week from May 28 through June 1. Lauren Patterson, Downtown Dublin Mainstreet Manager, says this is the first year that Downtown Dublin is hosting this event. There are seven businesses participating: Jack’s Hamburgers Company Supply Minute Grill Crooked Finger Brewery Saltwater Fishery Sea Shells Seafood Deano’s Patterson says there are two…

UPDATE: Bibb County inmate dies after being tased following medical emergency

The incident is currently under investigation pending autopsy.

May 29, 2024

Denise Turner,

UPDATE (5/29/24): The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says Stephen Fossett was tased after having a medical emergency. Public Information Officer Lt. Linda Howard issued the following statement: “ During watch in the Law Enforcement Center, deputies discovered an inmate behaving strangely, having a medical emergency. While being screened for medical conditions, the inmate became combative with assisting medical staff and…

Man arrested, charged with murder after shooting in Laurens County

Deputies responded to Keenes Crossing Road in reference to a person that had been shot around 6:45 p.m. on May 26.

May 29, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

LAURENS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested and charged for a shooting in East Dublin, according to the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to Keenes Crossing Road in reference to a person that had been shot around 6:45 p.m. on May 26. Deputies found the body of 21-year-old Nicholas Nickson from Wrightsville. Nickson had been shot multiple…

Sunshine and in the upper 80’s

May 29, 2024

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning, everyone! This morning, we’re seeing temperatures in the upper 50s to mid-60s, which is much cooler than yesterday at this time. It almost doesn’t feel like May outside. This afternoon, we’ll stay dry with temperatures reaching the upper 80s and plenty of sunshine. It’s perfect weather for outdoor activities like heading to the pool, enjoying…

Middle Georgia Equestrian Center YEDA Team Preps for First Ever Nationals

The YEDA team will be heading to Nashville May 31st for the Nationals Competitions

May 29, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

COCHRAN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) -The Middle Georgia Equestrian Center predominantly does show teams. One of their new show teams is the YEDA team. YEDA, or Youth Development Equestrian Association, allows riders grades four through twelve to compete as a team in separate events preparing them for collegiate show team competition and beyond. Owner and YEDA equestrian head coach Allie Arrington…

Highlights: Vine Ingles Vs Jones County Little League Girls

HIGHLIGHTS: Little League Softball 8U District 5 Tournament

All the games from Tuesday evening at George Jones Sports Complex at Freedom Park

May 29, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At George Jones Sports Complex at Freedom Park, eight Little League softball teams battled it out in the 8U District Five Tournament Tuesday evening. In the 6pm games: At Field One, Jones County defeated Vine-Ingles 13-2. At Field Three, Western shutout Macon Little League 15-0. In the 8pm games: At Field One, Wrall (Blue) beat…

NewTown Macon, Bike Walk Macon to host ‘Trails Day Macon’

The goal is to celebrate and raise funds for Macon's Ocmulgee Heritage Trail.

May 28, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Strap on your hiking boots, grab your helmet and get ready to hit the trails this Saturday. NewTown Macon and Bike Walk Macon are teaming up to raise funds for Macon’s Ocmulgee Heritage Trail. Emily Hopkins with NewTown Macon, says the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail is a beloved place and many are looking forward to getting the…

Oglethorpe man arrested for allegedly forcing minors to drink alcohol until they became sick

The Oglethorpe man was charged with cruelty to children, reckless conduct, and furnishing alcohol to a person under the age of 21.

May 28, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An Oglethorpe man was arrested after forcing two female minors to drink alcohol until they became sick, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. 32-year-old Edvardo Johnson was charged with cruelty to children, reckless conduct, and furnishing alcohol to a person under the age of 21. The Montezuma Police Department and the Macon County Sheriff’s…

More heat and sun Wednesday

May 28, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wednesday will see mostly sunny skies and near average temperatures around Middle Georgia. The Rest of the Evening Middle Georgia has gotten hot this afternoon with highs reaching the upper 80s and lower 90s under mostly sunny skies. Scattered cumulus clouds from the afternoon will clear in the evening hours as mostly clear skies are expected…

Local bookstore hosts Summer reading program

The program goes from June 1 to August 31.

May 28, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bear’s Books will be hosting a Summer Reading Program for adults. Margaret Harrington, Owner of Bear’s Books, says the goal is for adults to read 10 books for the Summer. The program goes from June 1 to August 31. Registration costs $20 per person. Registration includes the tracker, access to the beach bash Kick-Off Party on…

Human remains found in Milledgeville

Officers found a decomposed body in a shallow creek bed. The identity cannot be determined at this time due to the decomposition of the body.

May 28, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

Courtesy: Facebook: Milledgeville Police Department MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Human remains were found in the woods at the end of Mayfair Court in Milledgeville, according to the Milledgeville Police Department. The Milledgeville Police Department received a call about human remains that were found around 5 p.m. on May 27. Officers found a decomposed body in a shallow creek bed. The…

Man dead after fatal ATV crash identified

The driver has been identified as 59-year-old Bradley Hortman of Reynolds.

May 28, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead after an ATV crash on Sunday, according to the Georgia State Patrol. The fatal crash happened at 9:32 p.m. on Georgia 127 near Garden Valley Road in Macon County. The ATV was traveling east on Georgia 127 in the westbound lane. The driver of the vehicle lost control of the vehicle…

She outlined some of her focuses as public safety, infrastructure, and economic development.

There will be five different craft mimosas, specialty cocktails and live music.

Tours can be booked online, over the phone, or in-person.

As we get closer to summer, temperatures are rising, that means playground equipment will become hot, and could harm your child.

Fort Valley Police arrested Dexter Oliver for the murder of Micah Mccant.

The facility is expected to create approximately 200 jobs in Macon over the next two years.

The Macon Bacon (1-4) get their first win tonight at home against the Florence Flamingos (3-3)

“A lot of people need medical care, and I’m hoping that this will promote people not to neglect their health."

District Attorney Anita Howard says, "This decision was not made lightly, and I understand its profound impact on the Hooten family and our community."

The bus pass will be valid from June 1 to July 31.

Lauren Patterson, Downtown Dublin Mainstreet Manager, says this is the first year that Downtown Dublin is hosting this event.

The incident is currently under investigation pending autopsy.

Deputies responded to Keenes Crossing Road in reference to a person that had been shot around 6:45 p.m. on May 26.

The YEDA team will be heading to Nashville May 31st for the Nationals Competitions

All the games from Tuesday evening at George Jones Sports Complex at Freedom Park

The goal is to celebrate and raise funds for Macon's Ocmulgee Heritage Trail.

The Oglethorpe man was charged with cruelty to children, reckless conduct, and furnishing alcohol to a person under the age of 21.

The program goes from June 1 to August 31.

Officers found a decomposed body in a shallow creek bed. The identity cannot be determined at this time due to the decomposition of the body.

The driver has been identified as 59-year-old Bradley Hortman of Reynolds.

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