Washington State Prison Arrest
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Lawrenceville man arrested near Washington State Prison

A Lawrenceville man was arrested on Sunday after Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies say he was caught in a restricted area behind Washington State Prison.
Tucker Sargent,

Photos: Washington County Sheriff’s OfficeSANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Lawrenceville man was arrested on Sunday after Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies say he was caught in a restricted area behind Washington State Prison. A Washington County Sheriff’s Office Facebook post says the prison warden notified the sheriff’s office about the vehicle and said a man had been seen fleeing from…

Living Last Supper
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First Baptist Church of Centerville to host ‘Living Last Supper’

The performance is a recreation of the famous painting by Leonardo Da Vinci.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The First Baptist Church of Centerville will be hosting a dramatic performance of “The Living Last Supper”. The performance is a recreation of the famous painting by Leonardo Da Vinci. The production will feature live actors portraying Jesus Christ and his disciples at their final meal before the Crucifixion. The event will be March 28-30 and…

70's Expected With Partly Cloudy Skies
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70s expected with partly cloudy skies

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Good morning, everyone! Here in middle Georgia, our morning has seen some activity, particularly in our southern counties, with a few severe thunderstorms appearing on radar before the 6 a.m. hour. Our low temperatures ranged from the low 50s to the mid 60s. As we move through the day, expect temperatures to climb into the 70s, with…

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Bibb County School District addresses mental health challenges among students

Students across the Bibb County School District are putting their mental health to the forefront this week by participating in the student-inspired Mental Health Awareness Week.
Fiona King,

Photo: Bibb County School DistrictMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Students across the Bibb County School District are putting their mental health to the forefront this week by participating in the student-inspired Mental Health Awareness Week. According to a school district news release, when Superintendent Dr. Dan A. Sims met with the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Committee this school year, the feedback he…

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Split forecast for Wednesday around Middle Georgia

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – While all of Middle Georgia will see a wet Tuesday evening, only some parts of the region have a good chance for rain Wednesday. The Rest of the Evening Scattered showers and storms are likely around Middle Georgia this evening as the cold front arrives and slows down. No severe weather is expected, however thunder and…

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Eastman PD: 2 women arrested at Dodge County Middle School following traffic dispute

According to the Eastman Police Department arrest report, released with video footage in a Facebook post on Tuesday, the episode unfolded just before 3:30 p.m. during traffic control for school buses.
Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Screengrab from series of videos released by Eastman PoliceEASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Police say two women were arrested on the campus of Dodge County Middle School Monday afternoon after refusing to comply with officers’ commands. According to the Eastman Police Department arrest report, released along with video footage in a Facebook post on Tuesday, the episode unfolded just before…
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GBI investigating double homicide in Cordele

The shooting occurred in the 500th block of West 16th Avenue in the parking lot of Quick Mart.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Cordele Police Department is investigating a double homicide that occurred March 23 in the 500th block of West 16th Avenue in the parking lot of Quick Mart. Officers responded to two shootings on March 23. A female was shot in the first incident on Saturday night and was treated for injuries that were not considered…
Crawford County, Crime, Featured, Georgia News, Local News, WMGT

17-year-old recovering after shooting on Richardson Mill Road

The Sheriff's Office is working to determine what lead up to the shooting.
Finn Balfour,

CRAWFORD COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A teenager is recovering after a shooting on Richardson Mill Road. According to Sheriff Lewis Walker, the shooting happened March 24 at a home in the 2800 block of Richardson Mill Road. A family member took the 17-year-old boy to the hospital. The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office received a call from Atrium Navicent Police at…

Rainy Afternoon
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Rain and thunderstorms expected today

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning, everyone! Today’s forecast brings a mild start to the day, with temperatures ranging from the mid to upper 50s. However, don’t forget to grab your rain gear before heading out, as showers are expected to roll in after the lunchtime hour. Anticipate reaching the low 70s this afternoon, accompanied by showers and thunderstorms. Stray…

John Milledge Wins Giaa Region Game Over Tattnall Square 7 4
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HIGHLIGHTS: John Milledge wins region home game over Tattnall Sqaure 7-4

The Trojans from JMA beat the TSA Trojans 7-4
Justin Dierkes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – John Milledge Academy picked up a GIAA AAAA/AAA District six victory over Tattnall Square Academy by a final score of seven to four. Both Trojan teams kept it close in the first two innings, with the score being tied at one a piece by the bottom of the third. However, John Milledge grabbed five runs in…

Washington County Took Home A 15 5 Victory At Baldwin
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HIGHLIGHTS: Washington County beats Baldwin 15-5

The Golden Hawks took down the Braves 15-5 in Milledgeville Monday
Justin Dierkes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Washington County (17-3) kept their winning streak alive with a win over the Baldwin Braves (7-9). The Golden Hawks took an early three to zero lead in the top of the first, but Baldwin struck back with two runs of their own in the bottom of the third. However, Washington County scored three more runs…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Motorcyclist dead following two-vehicle crash in Macon

The crash happened just after 5:30 Monday night at the intersection of Columbus Road and Cavalier Drive.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead after a two-vehicle crash Monday night at the intersection of Columbus Road and Cavalier Drive. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says the crash was called in at 5:39. Deputies say a motorcyclist was traveling west on Columbus Road when he collided with a BMW X3 turning onto Columbus Road from…

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Next rain on deck for Middle Georgia

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold front will bring more rain to Middle Georgia starting Tuesday. This Evening and Overnight While there has been plenty of sun to begin the new week, clouds began to roll into the region this afternoon. That trend will continue through this evening and tonight. March’s Full Moon will be visible tonight, however the…

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Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigating armed robbery on Vineville Avenue

The robbery took place on March 23 at Market Place, located at 2006 Vineville Avenue.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a commercial armed robbery at Market Place that took place on March 23, according to a press release. Two masked men entered the store located at 2006 Vineville Avenue just before 11 p.m. and brandished a firearm. The men demanded money from the store clerks. The suspects took an…

Macon Mayhem Fall 6 1 To Pensacola
Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Mayhem lose to Pensacola 6-1

The Mayhem lost their first game in front of new ownership and a new interim head coach
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Mayhem (12-32) lost to the Pensacola Ice Flyers (25-23) 6-1 on Friday night in front of their home crowd, new ownership, new Team President, and new interim head coach Caleb Cameron. After the Mayhem announced new ownership Friday morning, the Mayhem were in action Friday night at the Macon Coliseum. Macon was down…
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Bibb County Sheriff’s Office launches ‘Operation Safer Together’

BCSO asking for assistance from the Macon Bibb County community.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for community assistance as they launch ‘Operation Safer Together’. Residents can register their exterior monitoring devices with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators will reach out to residents if a crime occurs in an area that is covered by residential surveillance, according to BCSO. “This new program will partner…

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Less rain expected tomorrow, sun returns Sunday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A few showers will linger Saturday on the back side of the low, and Sunday will see sunny skies as following the system clearing out. This Evening   Rain will continue around Middle Georgia through this evening and into tonight. Expect very little temperature change with lows in the upper 50s and lower 60s around the…
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Macon Mayhem under new ownership as season comes to close

The SPHL announced Friday the transfer of ownership to Macon Pro Hockey Group, LLC, following a unanimous vote of approval by the SPHL Board of Governors.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Mayhem is now under new ownership. According to a Macon Mayhem news release, the SPHL announced Friday the transfer of ownership to Macon Pro Hockey Group, LLC, following a unanimous vote of approval by the SPHL Board of Governors. The team was formerly under an ownership group that took over in 2020. According to…
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SCLC Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Award Luncheon

Speakers will include:  Lemuel B. Brown, S.C.L.C., Rep. Tyrone Brooks, S.C.L.C. Active Veteran and Rev. Dr. James L. Bumpus, Host Pastor.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Southern Christian Leadership Conference Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Award Luncheon is this weekend. The award luncheon is free and everyone is welcome. It will be held at New Fellowship Baptist Church, Saturday March 23, 2024 at 11 a.m. New Fellowship Baptist Church is located at 475 Church Street, Macon. Speakers…

Rain Is On The Way For Friday
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Rain is expected for today

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning, everyone! Today, we’re waking up to slightly warmer temperatures ranging from the mid-50 to low 60s. Today we are going to see lots of rainfall in Middle Georgia. Temperatures will be in the low 60s for this afternoon with rain ongoing. This weekend both days will be in the 60s with rain possible Saturday….

Mount De Sales Sweeps John Milledge Academy; 6 1 Victory On Thursday
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HIGHLIGHTS: Mount De Sales beats District 6 Region Rival John Milledge 6-1

The Cavaliers sweep the Trojans with a 5-0 win on Tuesday and 6-1 win Thursday
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mount De Sales Cavaliers (12-2-1) beat their GHSA District 6 Region rival, the John Milledge Academy Trojans 6-1 Thursday, after the Cavs won against the Trojans Tuesday 5-0 in Milledgeville. Bricen Smith hit a home run in the bottom of the first for the Cavaliers to take a 1-0 lead. From there, Mount De…

Houston County Falls To Thomas County Central 11 3
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HIGHLIGHTS: Houston County Baseball loses first regional game in over two years 11-3 to TCC

The HOCO Bears fell short of the three game sweep over Thomas County Central with a 11-3 loss
Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Bears (15-4) fall to the Thomas County Central Yellow Jackets (9-9) in Game Three of their three game series this week. This was the first region game loss for the Bears in over two years. The game was tied up at one a piece after one inning. HoCo allowed two runs…

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Atrium Health Amphitheater set to officially open Sunday with first concert

A unique feature of the amphitheater, is the ability to order food using your phone.
Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)—Macon is set to welcome legendary bands Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top for a highly anticipated concert on Sunday. It will be the first show inside Atrium Health Amphitheater. A unique feature of the amphitheater, is the ability to order food using your phone. Servers will then bring it to your seat, so you don’t miss a moment…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Local Quilt Guild to host “Garden of Stars” show, proceeds go to children’s home

The Methodist Children's Home provides housing and care to children across Georgia who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned.
Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Heart of Georgia Quilt Guild will host its biennial quilt show, “Garden of Stars,” at the Methodist Children’s Home in Macon. The show will feature hundreds of beautiful quilts, to be donated to the children’s home. The Methodist Children’s Home provides housing and care to children across Georgia who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned. When…