Ask Angi: Personalizing your rental home

Renter friendly home projects

Your rental may not be your forever home, but it can still reflect your personality. With a little creativity, you can personalize your rental without getting into hot water with your landlord. In today’s Ask Angi, Home Home Expert Mallory Micetich has some advice to get you started. Before you start grabbing supplies, Mallory recommends reading through your lease again…

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores May 1-5

Here's this week's Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 1 and Friday, May 5, 2023.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here’s this week’s Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia’s food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 1 and Friday, May 5, 2023. All scores of 69 and below are shown in red, which is considered unsatisfactory on the state’s scale. All scores between 70 and 99 are shown in black….

East Dublin man arrested, charged with murder of Warner Robins woman

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A 26-year-old man from East Dublin has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses in connection with the death of 22-year-old Ericia Avyana Smith, of Warner Robins. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, Tahvien Dewberry was taken into custody on Monday, after the GBI was requested by the East Dublin Police Department to investigate Smith’s death….

Morning Business Report: This year’s top travel destinations and a forecast for the industry

The experts at the Family Vacation Guide compiled a list of top U.S. travel destinations for families. Florida dominated the list with three cities in the top five. Miami, Marco Island and Orlando all made it into the top five. Also in the top five, Boston and Aspen Colorado. Americans have legally bet $220 billion on sports since 2018, according to the…

15-year-old shot in Warner Robins

photo courtesy of MGNWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Houston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a 15-year-old was shot Monday night. According to a press release deputies responded to the 500 block of Sullivan Road in Warner Robins around 9:30 pm where they found the 15-year-old shot in the abdomen. The juvenile was taken to Atrium Health Navicent and…

WRPD: Man dies after being stabbed with scissors during domestic dispute

A man is dead after being stabbed with scissors during a domestic dispute Monday.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead after being stabbed with scissors during a domestic dispute Monday. That’s according to a Warner Robins Police Department news release, which says officers responded to the emergency room at Houston Medical Center just after 8 o’clock in reference to a stabbing victim who had been brought in by personal vehicle. Officers…

2 hospitalized after Monday shooting in Warner Robins

Two people are hospitalized after being shot Monday night in Warner Robins.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two people are hospitalized after being shot Monday night in Warner Robins. That’s according to a Warner Robins Police Department news release, which said the shooting happened just after 6 o’clock in the 1300 block of Hartley Avenue. Police say a 23-year-old male victim drove himself to Houston Medical Center in a silver Honda. He…

Macon-Bibb firefighters receive promotions

Macon-Bibb firefighters were promoted in a ceremony at the fire headquarters on Monday. Eight firefighters were promoted to lieutenant and seven became sergeants, surrounded by their family and friends.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb firefighters were promoted in a ceremony at the fire headquarters on Monday. Eight firefighters were promoted to lieutenant and seven became sergeants, surrounded by their family and friends. The firefighters were individually pinned and then sworn in together in front of their loved ones. The new promotions are seen as vital to maintaining the safety…

Visit Macon celebrates National Tourism Week with updated Tour Macon app, social media contest

Visit Macon is celebrating National Tourism Week by encouraging people to explore the city and its attractions. The organization has updated its Tour Macon app, which now includes a Photo Spots Trail for those searching for the most picturesque locations in Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Visit Macon is celebrating National Tourism Week by encouraging people to explore the city and its attractions. The organization has updated its Tour Macon app, which now includes a Photo Spots Trail for those searching for the most picturesque locations in Macon. Visitors can participate in the contest by tagging @VisitMacon and using #MaconMemories on social…

LightShine Promotions, Dominion Agency aim to revive traditional gospel music in Middle Georgia

According to promoter Jonathan Fisher, he was inspired by Jimmy Benson, owner of Benson Promotions, who brought gospel concerts to the Homer J Walker Civic Center in Warner Robins before his passing in 2009.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – “Quartet Classic,” a men’s gospel quartet, performed classic songs Friday night at United Community Church in Macon. The concert, presented by LightShine Promotions and Dominion Agency, was the first in a larger effort to bring traditional gospel music groups back to Middle Georgia. According to promoter Jonathan Fisher, he was inspired by Jimmy Benson, owner of…

Tech Report: Telehealth care may change for patients soon

The expansion of telehealth has made care more accessible for many people, especially those in rural areas. Patients have been able to receive prescriptions from their providers without seeing them in person. That may change, come May 11 when the federal government is set to end the Covid-19 Public Health Emergency declaration that made this convenience possible. Books almost entirely…

Morning Business Report: U.S. Airlines made $7 billion from checked bags alone

American Airlines. Photo courtesy of MGNU.S. airlines saw more than $6.7 billion in baggage fee revenue last year, according to the Bureau of Transportation statistics. American Airlines alone earned almost $1.4 billion from checked bags. That accounts for more than two percent of the carrier’s full-year revenue. For decades, most bags flew for free. However, in recent years fees have…

Man shot in Bloomfield

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is in critical but stable condition after being shot Sunday. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says it happened at the intersection of Bloomfield Road at Chambers Road, just after 8:30 PM, Sunday. Paramedics transported the victim to a medical facility for treatment. No one else was injured during the incident. Categories: Bibb County, Featured,…

Byron gears up for Battle of Byron Festival’s return after 8 years

After eight years, the Battle of Byron Festival is set to return to State Route 49 on Saturday. The festival will showcase more than 70 vendors, seven food trucks and all-day games and live music at City Hall. Activities include mud volleyball, cornhole, sack races, jump rope contests, a car show, and a dunking booth.

BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After eight years, the Battle of Byron Festival is set to return to State Route 49 on Saturday. The festival will showcase more than 70 vendors, seven food trucks and all-day games and live music at City Hall. Activities include mud volleyball, cornhole, sack races, jump rope contests, a car show, and a dunking booth. Festival…

Macon Transit Authority unveils selections for bus shelter ‘Transporting Art’ contest

The Macon Transit Authority (MTA) is using a $17,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Central Georgia's Downtown Challenge 2.0 Grant Program, funded by the Peyton Anderson Foundation and Knight Foundation, to bring art to the streets of Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Transit Authority (MTA) is using a $17,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Central Georgia’s Downtown Challenge 2.0 Grant Program, funded by the Peyton Anderson Foundation and Knight Foundation, to bring art to the streets of Macon. In partnership with Mama Hawk Draws, MTA launched the “Transporting Art” contest to beautify bus shelters throughout…

Bibb County school nutrition employees honored for dedication to students

Bibb County school nutrition employees were celebrated Friday for their commitment and hard work in feeding students across the district.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County school nutrition employees were celebrated Friday for their commitment and hard work in feeding students across the district. The School Nutrition Association has recognized those who feed America’s students since 2013, and Friday, the Bibb County School District received awards of recognition for its dedication. Beyond preparing food and maintaining strict standards, these employees…

Heat and humidity rising over the weekend

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A summerlike pattern will begin to take over the Peach State this weekend and into next week. Tonight   Mostly cloudy skies will stick with Middle Georgia overnight along with the possibility for a couple of small showers. Winds will generally blow in from the east at around 5 mph. Temperatures will bottom out in the…

Tech Report: AI could make saving for retirement easier

New technology could help Americans make better financial decisions. AI tools may encourage Americans to increase retirement savings. It could make also investing less intimidating for beginners. Paramount shares plunged more than 25 percent. Although Paramount reached 60 million subscribers through its streaming service, the company incurred too many costs in the process. DoorDash sales surged. Consumers still rely heavily…

Mom to Mom: Healthy banana yogurt snack

On today’s Mom to Mom, a quick healthy snack for the entire family. All you need are a few simple ingredients. To get started, make sure you have: bananas chia seeds Greek yogurt almond butter* parchment paper a cup *You can substitute with any nut butter or even sunflower butter. If you use peanut butter, use the natural kind natural…

Man wanted in connection to fatal shooting on Log Cabin Drive

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect considered to be armed and dangerous in connection to a deadly shooting that happened early Friday morning. According to the BCSO, deputies responded to Green Meadows Apartments concerning a domestic dispute– when they arrived they heard a gunshot in the apartment. When deputies entered the apartment,…