Bibb County School District
Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

3 Bibb County high schools earn 2024 AP Honor Schools distinction

Howard, Rutland and Northeast High Schools celebrate Advanced Placement success
Tucker Sargent,

FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three Bibb County School District high schools are being recognized for their Advanced Placement (AP) efforts. According to a news release from Georgia School Superintendent Richard Woods, Howard High School was named an AP Access & Support School and an AP Stem School, while Rutland High School was named an AP Challenge School. Northeast High School…

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Baldwin County, Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon and Milledgeville Habitats partner to build homes for low-income families

New alliance aims to revive homeownership opportunities in Milledgeville-Baldwin County
Tucker Sargent,

(File: June 2022) A Habitat for Humanity Home built on an blight lot in the Lynnwood Estates neighborhoodMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Area Habitat for Humanity and Milledgeville-Baldwin County Habitat for Humanity announced a new partnership on Thursday aimed at bringing the Habitat mission back to Milledgeville-Baldwin County starting this spring. According to a news release, board members from both…
Baldwin County, Bibb County, Bleckley County, Crawford County, Dodge County, Dooly County, Featured, Hancock County, Houston County, Johnson County, Jones County, Lamar County, Laurens County, Local News, Macon County, Monroe County, Peach County, Pulaski County

Unlock your tax benefits with VITA

Discover a helping hand this tax season through the United Way of Central Georgia Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Discover a helping hand this tax season through the United Way of Central Georgia Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Eligible individuals and families making $64,000 or less can access free tax preparation assistance at convenient sites like Centenary United Methodist Church, Georgia College & State University and GA VECTR (Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition) Center, thanks…

Cloudy Skies Expected Today In The 60's
Featured, Local News, Weather

Cloudy and in the 60’s today

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to everyone! I hope the wind yesterday didn’t blow to much around your yard. This morning we are starting in the 40s with an abundance of cloud coverage. We are about 20 degrees cooler this morning than we were yesterday morning. Today we will not be as warm  as it was yesterday, with highs…

Highlights: Perry Baseball Hosts Peach County
Houston County, Local Sports, Peach County, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Perry baseball hosts Peach County

The Panthers and Trojans met on the diamond Wednesday night in Perry.
Justin Dierkes,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peach County Trojans visited the Perry Panthers Wednesday night. Perry got the 6-2 win. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights: Categories: Houston County, Local Sports, Peach County, Sports Tags: baseball, GHSA, Highlights, Panthers, Peach County High School, Perry High School, trojans

Highlights: John Milledge Girls Basketball Faces Deerfield Windsor In Giaa Class 3a Final Four
Baldwin County, Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: John Milledge girls basketball faces Deerfield-Windsor in GIAA Class 3A Final Four

The John Milledge Academy girls basketball team faced Deerfield-Windsor in the GIAA Class 3A semifinals at Georgia College and State University on Wednesday. JMA fell 51-42.
Justin Dierkes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The John Milledge Academy girls basketball team faced Deerfield-Windsor in the GIAA Class 3A semifinals at Georgia College and State University on Wednesday. JMA fell 51-42. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights: Categories: Baldwin County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Basketball, class 2a, deerfield-windsor, Final, four, GIAA, girls, Highlights, Hoops, john milledge academy, Milledgeville, SEmifinals

Highlights: Southwest Boys Basketball Hosts Columbia In Ghsa Class 2a Elite 8
Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Southwest boys basketball hosts Columbia in GHSA Class 2A Elite 8

The Southwest High School boys basketball team was home Wednesday night against Columbia in the GHSA Class 4A quarterfinals. The Patriots fell 55-34.
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Southwest High School boys basketball team was home Wednesday night against Columbia in the GHSA Class 4A quarterfinals. The Patriots fell 55-34. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights from Wednesday night: Categories: Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Basketball, Boys, Columbia, Elite 8, high school, Hoops, patriots, Quarterfinals, Southwest

Highlights: Baldwin Boys Basketball Hosts Westminster In Ghsa Class 4a Elite 8
Baldwin County, Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Baldwin boys basketball hosts Westminster in GHSA Class 4A Elite 8

The Baldwin Braves were looking to punch their ticket to the Final Four.
Justin Dierkes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin High School boys basketball team was home Wednesday night against Westminster in the GHSA Class 4A quarterfinals. The Braves won 58-48 to advance to the Final Four. They’ll face North Oconee on Saturday, March 2 at 3 p.m. at Fort Valley State University. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights from Wednesday night: Categories: Baldwin…
Featured, Local News, Telfair County

UPDATE: Man who escaped police custody in Telfair County now in custody

The man who escaped police custody last week is now in custody, according to Telfair County Sheriff Sim Davidson.
Clayton Poulnott,

UPDATE (2/28) – The man who escaped police custody last week is now in custody, according to Telfair County Sheriff Sim Davidson. “I am pleased to share that Mr. Clark was located in McRae-Helena this evening and was promptly taken into custody without incident and then transported to the Telfair County Detention Center,” Davidson wrote in a Facebook post on…

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Featured, Georgia News, Happening Now, Local News, Monroe County, WMGT

UPDATE: Woman arrested in connection with reported kidnapping attempt at High Falls State Park

The alleged kidnapping occurred on Monday, February 19, 2024, at 4:30 pm.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

Kara Grace Christopher (Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (2/28) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrested Kara Christopher and charged her with kidnapping. They say this is in connection with the alleged kidnapping that occurred last week in High Falls. She is currently being held without bond. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ORIGINAL STORY (2/21): MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies are investigating an…

Highlights: Mercer Baseball Hosts Florida A&m
Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Mercer baseball hosts Florida A&M

The Bears had won six straight since a season-opening loss to Toledo.
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer baseball team had had won six straight since a season-opening loss to Toledo. They made it seven wins in a row Tuesday night, beating Florida A&M 4-3. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Bears, Bibb County, college, Florida A&M, Highlights, Macon, Mercer

Highlights: Central Baseball Visits Rutland
Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Central baseball visits Rutland

The Chargers (0-5) were looking for their first win of the season Tuesday night against Rutland (4-0).
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Chargers (0-5) were looking for their first win of the season Tuesday night against Rutland (4-0), but the Hurricanes remained unbeaten with a 10-1 win. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Bibb County, Central Chargers, high school, Highlights, Macon, rutland hurricanes

Highlights: Jones County Girls Basketball Hosts Midtown In Ghsa 5a Elite 8
Jones County, Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Jones County girls basketball hosts Midtown in GHSA 5A Elite 8

Jones County's season came to an end on Tuesday with a 58-37 loss to Midtown in the GHSA Class 5A quarterfinals.
Justin Dierkes,

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Jones County’s season came to an end on Tuesday with a 58-37 loss to Midtown in the GHSA Class 5A quarterfinals. Categories: Jones County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Basketball, Elite 8, GHSA, girls, Gray, Greyhounds, Highlights, Jones County, Playoffs, Quarterfinals

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Dodge County, Featured, Local News

Eastman Police asking for help as car break-ins spike

According to Chief Billy Cooper, there were 10 break-ins last month and 13 have been reported so far this month.
Fiona King,

EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Eastman Police Department is asking the community for help after a recent surge in car break-ins. According to Police Chief Billy Cooper, the break-ins began in December and have increased since. According to Chief Cooper, there were 10 break-ins last month, and 13 have been reported so far this month. He says a lack of…

Forsyth Suspects
Crime, Featured, Georgia News, Happening Now, Local News, Monroe County, WMGT

Forsyth PD: Suspects caught after armed robbery

Three people were arrested after an armed robbery at 464 W. Main Street in Forsyth.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

Jamari Johnson and Christian Heath (Photos: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three people were arrested after an armed robbery at 464 W. Main Street in Forsyth on Tuesday, according to a Forsyth Police Department news release. The release says Officer Taylor and Officer Rodriguez responded to an armed robbery. Officer Taylor arrived on scene and made contacts with…
Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Forsyth PD: Motorcyclist dies in Monday crash

A motorcyclist is dead after a crash Monday afternoon in Forsyth.
Tucker Sargent,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A motorcyclist is dead after a crash Monday afternoon in Forsyth. A Forsyth Police Department news release says it happened at 260 Tift College Drive just after 2 p.m. Police say officers arrived and located an accident at the rear of a parking lot involving the motorcycle and an SUV. The motorcyclist, who police did not…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Cold front to bring rain to Middle Georgia tomorrow

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold front will bring strong winds, showers, and perhaps a thunderstorm or two to Middle Georgia Wednesday. The Rest of the Evening Skies will remain mostly cloudy through this evening and tonight. It will be a very warm night as a result with temperatures dipping only into the lower 60s and upper 50s. The…

Houston County Baseball Marks 10 Years Since First State Title
Houston County, Local Sports, Sports

Houston County baseball looks for back-to-back state titles on 10-year anniversary of first title win

Houston County baseball can make school history by winning a 6A state championship two years in a row on the 10-year anniversary of the program's first championship season.
Justin Dierkes,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – HOCO Baseball has been dominant in the last 10 seasons to say the least. The Bears have won the 6A State title in four of the last nine seasons, not including  the COVID year in 2020, when the team was ranked 25th nationally. The Bears haven’t always been this great though. In 2009, HOCO was…

More Clouds Today Before A Wet Pattern This Weekend
Featured, Local News, Weather

Cloudy today before rain Wednesday

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Man what a difference 24 hours makes temperature wise this morning! We are 20 degrees warmer this morning in the Macon area. Temperatures across the area this morning are in the 50s. Today we will see temperatures in the upper 70s with mostly cloudy skies. Today will also be a bit breezy with gusts up to…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb deputies: Man in critical condition after Monday night shooting

A Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release says it happened in the 500 block of Ell Street just before 7 p.m.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 39-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot Monday night. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says it happened in the 500 block of Ell Street just before 7 p.m. Deputies found the man there with a gunshot wound. He was transported to Atrium Health Navicent. No one else was injured. The investigation…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Clouds return tonight; wet pattern ahead

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warm but cloudy and wet conditions are likely much of this week. The Rest of the Evening While skies will remain mostly clear through the sunset hours, cloud cover will ramp up overnight, especially ahead of the sunrise tomorrow. Much of these will be high clouds, but some mid-levels will be mixed in as well. No…
Baldwin County, Bibb County, Jones County, Local News, Twiggs County

Crimestoppers searching for five most wanted suspects in Middle Georgia

Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five suspects wanted across Middle Georgia.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight the five most wanted suspects right now. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations, police departments and other law enforcement agencies in eight Middle Georgia counties to provide anonymous rewards for tips that lead to criminal arrests. Can you help track down the following suspects? Ashley Williams, female.  She’s…