Highlights: Houston County At Veterans Baseball
Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Houston County sweeps three game series with Veterans

The Bears took game two and three Thursday afternoon against the Warhawks to improve to 6-0 in AAAAAA Region 1 Play
Justin Dierkes,

KATHLEEN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Bears beat the Veterans WarHawks in Kathleen twice on Thursday to sweep their three game series. Game one saw the Bears come back from being down 3-2 in the Fifth Inning, to win 14-4. HoCo had an easier time in game two, as they pick up the win 6-1. Houston County starts…

St Patricks Festival
Featured, Laurens County, Local News

Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Festival’s ‘Super Saturday’ this weekend

The biggest event of the festival, Super Saturday, is happening this weekend, and it promises to be a fun-filled day for the whole family.
Fiona King,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is just a couple of days away! The city has been hosting events throughout the month of March to celebrate the holiday. In fact, the festival is the longest St. Patrick’s festival in the state of Georgia with more than 40 events taking place throughout the month. The biggest event of…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Rain to arrive in Middle Georgia Friday afternoon

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold front will bring thunderstorms and rain Friday afternoon through the evening. This Evening While the sun remains out skies will remain mostly clear, however cloud cover is expected to increase during the overnight hours. Winds will come from the south-southwest overnight at around 5 mph. With conditions having become more humid over the…

Cbf Opening Ceremony Flyer
Bibb County, Cherry Blossom Festival, Featured, Local News

Cherry Blossom Festival Opening Ceremony moved due to threat of weather

The Festival's Opening Ceremony will now take place at the Douglass Theatre on Friday.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The International Cherry Blossom Festival’s Opening Ceremony, usually held at Carolyn Crayton Park, will be held at the Douglass Theatre on Friday. That’s according to the Festival’s Director of Marketing and Fulfillment, Hannah Theus. “Due to the weather, the Cherry Blossom Festival is moving our Opening Ceremony to The Douglass Theatre,” she wrote in an email…

Settlement Court
Bibb County, Elections, Featured, Local News

Bibb County candidate for sheriff ordered to pay thousands to employees of his private business

After nearly three years, a lawsuit filed against Bibb County Sheriff Candidate and business owner, Christopher Paul, has ended.
Finn Balfour,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After nearly three years, a lawsuit filed against Bibb County Sheriff Candidate and business owner, Christopher Paul, has ended. In March of 2021, two employees filed a lawsuit in federal court against Paul’s company, CP Security Groups, Inc. Kenneth Grable and Arthur Redding accused their boss, Christopher Paul, of violating the Fair Labor Standards Act. Their…
Featured, Georgia News, Happening Now, Local News, Macon County, WMGT

Inmate at Macon State Prison dead after fight with roommate

The death is being investigated by the Georgia Department of Corrections.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

OGLETHORPE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An inmate at Macon State Prison is dead after an altercation with his roommate, according to the Georgia Department of Corrections. The body of Reginald Ginn has been turned over to the county coroner and transported to the GBI Medical Examiner’s Office to determine the official cause of death. The death is being investigated by the…

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Bibb County, Cherry Blossom Festival, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Location change for Pink Provisions Preview Party on Friday

The Pink Provisions Preview Party will usher in the 2024 International Cherry Blossom Festival on Friday, March 15.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (3/14) – Due to the current inclement weather forecasted for Friday, the Pink Provisions Preview Party will now be held at the Macon Terminal Station at 200 Cherry Street. The party will still be held from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Pink Provisions Preview Party will usher in the 2024 International Cherry Blossom…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man dies in single-vehicle accident in Macon

The Houston Avenue and Broadway intersection was closed early Thursday as a result of the accident but is now back open.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man died Thursday morning after crashing his vehicle into a utility pole. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, the single-vehicle crash happened at 1:32 a.m. near the intersection of Broadway and Houston Avenue. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office identified the driver as 30 year-old Dmondo Eugene Simmons. Deputies say Simmons was driving a silver…

Very Nice Weather Today
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Wonderful forecast for today!

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all! Hope your Thursday is of to a good start! Weather wise we are in the 40s right now. Today we will see plenty of sunshine with temperatures in the 80s. Get out and enjoy the nice weather today!However, rain and thunderstorms are forecasted to return to the region on Friday, with…

Former Washington County High School And Nfl Star Takeo Spikes Inducted Into The Nfhs National Hs Hall Of Fame
Local Sports, Sports, Washington County

Takeo Spikes part of 2024 NFHS National High School Hall of Fame

Former Washington County High School football legend and NFL Star Takeo Spikes will be a member of the 2024 class inducted into the The National Federation of State High School Associations National High School Hall of Fame.
Justin Dierkes,

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Former Washington County High School football legend and NFL Star Takeo Spikes will be a member of the 2024 class inducted into the The National Federation of State High School Associations National High School Hall of Fame. 1994’s Atlanta Journal Constitution and Region player of the year spent his four years with the Golden Hawks,…

Highlights: Southwest At Peach County Baseball
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HIGHLIGHTS: Peach County dominates Southwest 15-0 in three innings

The Peach County Trojans get win number 11 at home against the Southwest Patriots
Justin Dierkes,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peach County Trojans (12-2) took care of the Southwest Patriots (2-5) at home Tuesday evening by winning 15-0 in just three innings. Peach County heads to Taylor County Thursday at 6:00 p.m., while Southwest heads to Rutland next on Friday at 4:30 p.m. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: Fort Valley, GHSA, GHSA baseball, Peach…

Highlights: Bleckley County At Mary Persons Baseball
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HIGHLIGHTS: Bleckley County takes down Mary Persons 7-4

The Bleckley County Royals beat the Mary Persons Bulldogs in Forsyth by a score of 7-4
Justin Dierkes,

FORSYTH, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Bleckley County baseball (5-5) played Mary Persons (5-6) in Forsyth Tuesday evening. The Royals took an early 3-0 lead off the back of great hitting in the start of their rotation. However, the Bulldogs stayed in it with a home run in the bottom of the first inning to make the score 3-1. From there,…

Highlights: Houston County Beats Rival Veterans 3 0
Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Houston County beats rival Veterans 3-0

The Bears remains undefeated in GHSA Regional play as they beat rival Veterans in the first game of the three game series
Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Bears (11-3) beat the Veterans Warhawks (7-4) by a final score of 3-0 on Wednesday evening at the Garden. This was game one of a three game series. The last two games will be played at Veterans on Thursday in a doubleheader starting at 4:30 p.m. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags:…

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Pollen levels stay high as temperatures continue to warm

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will climb into the 80s Thursday as trees continue to bloom. The Rest of the Evening The scattered thin clouds over Middle Georgia this afternoon will slowly clear out through the overnight hours. Expect low temperatures in the mid to upper 40s around the region. Wind tonight will shift from the southwest to the northwest…

Upper 70's Today
Featured, Local News, Weather

Sun and clouds with the upper 70’s expected

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all!! Hope your Wednesday is going well. This morning we are in the 40s a bit warmer than we were yesterday at this time. Today will be warmer as well, with temperatures rising into the upper 70s with a mix of sun and clouds. Overnight we clear with lows in the upper…

Highlights: Stratford At Mount De Sales Baseball
Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Mount De Sales scores game winning run over Stratford…in the first inning

The Cavaliers use pitching and defense to hold on for the win 1-0 at home Tuesday against Stratford Academy
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mount De Sales Cavaliers (8-2-1) beat the Stratford Academy Eagles (5-4) in GIAA AAAA/AAA District Six baseball 1-0 on Tuesday. It was a close game with great pitching and even better defense throughout. In the bottom of the first inning, Bricen Smith hit a slow bouncing grounder to center field and beat the throw…

Highlights: Georgia Tech At Mercer Baseball
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HIGHLIGHTS: Mercer falls short of a comeback against Georgia Tech in a 9-5 loss

The Bears scored all five of their runs in the bottom of the eighth and ninth inning after being down eight runs
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer Bears Baseball team (10-6) hosted the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (11-4) at OrthoGeorgia Park Tuesday night. The Bears were down early and often, giving up eight runs in the first eight innings. However, the Bears were able to put together two runs in the bottom of the eight inning with a home run…

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Dooly County, Elections, Featured, Hancock County, Local News, Monroe County, Peach County, Wilkinson County

Middle Georgia election results from March 12

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump claimed expected victories in Georgia's Presidential Preference Primary on Tuesday. Several local items were on ballots across Middle Georgia as well.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump claimed expected victories in Georgia’s Presidential Preference Primary on Tuesday. Several local items were on ballots across Middle Georgia as well. Here’s a look at the results: Dooly County SPLOST: Yes – 699 (75.81%) No – 223 (24.19%)       Hancock County SPLOST: Yes – 705 (77.96%)…

Cherry Blossom Ride
Bibb County, Cherry Blossom Festival, Featured, Local News

Preparations underway for 42nd International Cherry Blossom Festival

A lot of work is going on behind the scenes at Carolyn Crayton Park to make sure everything is in place before the festival begins.
Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Preparations are underway for the 42nd Annual Cherry Blossom Festival, and excitement is building as vendors get ready for the big 10-day event. A lot of work is going on behind the scenes at Carolyn Crayton Park to make sure everything is in place before the festival begins. Jim Drew, the midway ride operator, says safety…

Bibb County Sheriffs Office Spring Fling Flyer
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Bibb Sheriff’s Office hosting Spring Fling EggStravaganza on Saturday

The Tattnall Square Park event will include free books, a bounce house, music, games, refreshments and 15 Golden Prize Eggs, a sheriff's office news release said.
Tucker Sargent,

Flyer: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia  (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will host its annual Spring Fling EggStravaganza on Saturday, March 16 at Tattnall Square Park. The event, which is open to the public, will start at 10 a.m. and end at 2 p.m. Deputies say there will be fun for the whole family and Easter Egg hunts…

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Perry hosting ‘Train Like a Firefighter’ event Saturday

The City of Perry Fire & Emergency Services Department will host "Train Like a Firefighter" at the Davis Farm Fire Station on Saturday.
Tucker Sargent,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Perry Fire & Emergency Services Department will host “Train Like a Firefighter” at the Davis Farm Fire Station on Saturday. According to a news release, the event starts at 10 a.m. Participants will engage in a physical agility test, receiving hands-on guidance from Perry Fire Department members at each of the seven skill…

Election Day Forecast
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Sunny and in the 70’s for Election Day

This afternoon is going to be gorgeous, with temperatures in the 70s with more sunshine than yesterday.
Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all!! This morning we are seeing a few clouds with temperatures in the upper 30s to low 40s sorta like yesterday morning. This afternoon is going to be gorgeous, with temperatures in the 70s with more sunshine than yesterday. By Wednesday, temperatures will continue to warm up, reaching the mid-70s, and Thursday…

Highlights: Peach County At Howard Baseball
Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Peach County sweeps series with Howard with 11-5 win

The Peach County Trojans grabbed their 11th win of the seasons so far with a win over Howard 11-5
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Peach County Baseball took care of Howard for the third straight game to sweep the series against the Huskies. They beat Howard Monday 11-5 to improve to 11-2 on the season. After going up 3-0 in the top of the first, and allowing one run in the bottom of the first, the Trojans scored seven runs…

Highlights: Mary Persons At Fpd Baseball
Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Mary Persons and FPD come down to the wire

FPD Hosted Mary Persons and pulled out the victory 4-3 in the bottom of the seventh inning
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The FPD Vikings (9-0) hosted the Mary Persons Bulldogs (5-4) in a battle of GHSA versus GIAA. FPD was able to win a close game 4-3 after Tinsley Lewis hit a walk off double in the bottom of the seventh inning with two outs. The Vikings finished the game with eight hits, while the Bulldogs…