Tech Byte: The AI making recycling more effective

Although taking out the trash and recycling are part of our daily lives, many of us are doing it incorrectly. Meaning that much of what gets thrown in to the recycling bin, doesn’t actually get recycled. Let’s take a look at how technology is making it easier than ever to make sure your recycling doesn’t wind up in a landfill….

Macon man wanted for beer theft from Circle K

The incident happened at the Circle K located at 2580 Riverside Drive.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office needs help identifying and locating a man whole stole beer from a Circle K.  The incident happened around 5:30pm on March 26th at the Circle K located at 2580 Riverside Drive. Deputies say the suspect entered the store and then put a 24-pack of beer in his blue and grey backpack….

Shooting at Barrington Place leaves man in critical condition

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting incident that happened in the 4300 block of Barrington Place, just before 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the aggravated assault incident happened when a 32-year-old man living in a home at the 4300 Block of Barrington Place got into an altercation with a unknown male…

Shooting on Bashon Court leaves teen injured

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that was reported to have taken place in the 6000 Block of Bashon Court on Saturday morning at 7:28am. According to the Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the scene and made contact with a 16-year-old male inside of the residence, who was suffering from a gunshot wound. Emergency…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office searching for shooting suspect

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man wanted in connection with a shooting that happened Saturday (April 29th)  afternoon. According to the sheriff’s office, a 64-year-old man was walking near the intersection when he got into an argument with 43-year-old Keion Dondrea Freeman. During the argument, Freeman pulled out a small caliber firearm and…

Man wanted for robbery of Lizella Game Store

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a suspect in connection to a robbery that took place Saturday night. They say the incident happened just after 9:35 p.m. at the Lizella game store on Holley Road. A picture of the suspect can be seen here: Its reported that the he came into the store brandishing a…

Tech Report: Study finds ChatGPT struggles with math

A new study finds ChatGPT struggles with math and is unlikely to replace accountants. Despite near-perfect GRE and Bar scores, the AI model sometimes struggles with basic math functions. The study, led by Brighma Young professor David Wood, found the platform often struggles to understand mathematical processes. It also found that ChatGPT often embellishes data to cover up mistakes when…

Dry and blustery weather kicks off the month of May

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Strong winds and low humidity are taking over the Peach State following a weekend cold front. Today A few scattered clouds will hang around the region until lunchtime. After that, clear skies will stick with Middle Georgia the rest of the way today. Temperatures will peak in the low to mid 70s around the region, about…

GMC Prep School makes GHSA Boys Soccer State Championship Game

GMC looks to win its third state championship in four seasons.

MILLEDGVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Military College Prep School boys soccer team clinched a spot in the GHSA A Division II Soccer State Title game for the third season out of the last four. After scoring three goals in the first half, the Bulldogs defeated Mt. Zion 3-0. GMC won the state title in 2019 and 2021 and will…

Special education students offered internships through Project SEARCH

Students will attend a nine month program, learn new skills and get help with writing resumes and applying for jobs.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It was a big day for high school students with disabilities in Bibb County, as they signed commitment letters for a nine month internship program. Westside High School students Rashaun Warren and Jonathan Stanley Jr. signed their letters of commitment to intern with Middle Georgia State University (MGA). The school offers students with disabilities internships on…

Honor Flight program gives local veterans chance of a lifetime

41NBC's Brick Nelson took part in the recent Middle Georgia Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A local honor flight program is giving local veterans a free trip to see national war monuments in Washington D.C. When the veterans return, they receive a welcome home treatment that many didn’t receive. Two Korean War veterans and 11 Vietnam War veterans took the trip. Vietnam War veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Toledo “T.J.”…

Atrium Health Navicent raises awareness for Autism Awareness Month

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – April is Autism Awareness Month, and doctors at Atrium Health Navicent are spreading community awareness. According to Atrium Health Navicent, one in 36 children are affected by autism in the U.S. Rachel Goodson is a Physician at Atrium Health Navicent. She says the hospital provides children’s care services to help alleviate symptoms like speech therapy, feeding…

Georgia’s first medical cannabis dispensary opens in Macon

Low dose THC oil can help mitigate symptoms of conditions such as cancer, seizures, Parkinson’s disease or autism spectrum disorder

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The first medical cannabis dispensary in the state of Georgia is now open for business in Macon. Trulieve made their first sale as part of their grand opening in Macon Friday morning. The dispensary is one of five licensed retailers where patients with a Low THC Oil Registry Card and purchase medical cannabis. People who are…

Ask Angi: Cut down your energy bill with these eco-friendly home projects

Whether you’re ready for a big project like installing solar panels, or looking to keep it simple by switching to LED lightbulbs, there are plenty of ways to make your home more eco-friendly. In today’s Ask Angi, Home Expert Mallory Micetich walks through her favorite projects that will make your home more sustainable. Even small changes around your house can…

Tech Report: Tech companies are returning to the office

Employees at tech giants like Google and Salesforce say they are finally filtering back into the office, out of fear they’ll get cut if they don’t. Office occupancy has slowly been ticking up, according to data from Kastle systems which measures occupancy rates. Even San Francisco employees are coming back to the office, with 44 percent occupancy. Netflix has been…

Morning Business Report: Amazon rebounds from a tough year

Amazon is bouncing back from a tough year, beating expectations across the board. The company is spending less on warehouses and more on AI.  There are growing calls for Amazon to release Alexa devices with regional accents both in the U.S. and abroad. Harley Davidson faced credit losses in the first quarter. The company cited a shortage of repossession agents…

Milledgeville under boil water advisory as city water levels return to normal

The city of Milledgeville is under a boil water advisory. The advisory was issued Thursday morning as water levels returned to normal.

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The city of Milledgeville is under a boil water advisory. The advisory was issued Thursday morning as water levels returned to normal. Since Tuesday, residents of Milledgeville have had to conserve water due to low water levels, caused by a pump failure at the city’s Water Treatment Plant. City Manager Hank Griffeth explained that after the…

Trulieve opening Macon medical marijuana dispensary Friday

Trulieve, a Florida-based medical marijuana operator, has expanded its services to provide medicinal marijuana to people in Macon. The company says medicinal marijuana can help with issues such as pain, PTSD and other mental health problems.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Trulieve, a Florida-based medical marijuana operator, has expanded its services to provide medicinal marijuana to people in Macon. The company says medicinal marijuana can help with issues such as pain, PTSD and other mental health problems. “This is very different from what folks have in their minds in terms of marijuana from back in the day,”…

Georgia House, Senate propose May as ‘United in Uniforms Recognition and Remembrance Month’

A resolution has been proposed in the Georgia House of Representatives and Senate to officially recognize May as "United in Uniforms Recognition and Remembrance" Month.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A resolution has been proposed in the Georgia House of Representatives and Senate to officially recognize May as “United in Uniforms Recognition and Remembrance” Month. In honor of this occasion, Servant Task Force LLC and Georgia Ambassador for the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund will be hosting a ceremony this weekend at Shirley Hills…

Handbell choir at The Cottages of Milledgeville Woodland Terrace provides social, mental engagement for residents

Residents at The Cottages of Milledgeville Woodland Terrace have found a unique way to keep themselves socially and mentally engaged. The handbell choir, named "The Cottages Cardinals," was established in late 2022 and has been practicing two to three times a week since then.

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Residents at The Cottages of Milledgeville Woodland Terrace have found a unique way to keep themselves socially and mentally engaged. The handbell choir, named “The Cottages Cardinals,” was established in late 2022 and has been practicing two to three times a week since then. Members are provided with color-coded bells that play different notes, and they…

2 arrested in Gray for sexual exploitation, distribution of child sexual abuse material

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) announced two Gray men were arrested on charges of sexual exploitation and distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) announced two Gray men were arrested on charges of sexual exploitation and distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). According to a GBI news release, 29-year-old Jonathan Dylan Wright was arrested and charged with six counts of sexual exploitation of children, three counts of possession of CSAM and three counts…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigating shooting on Short Circle

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened Thursday afternoon in the 500 block of Short Circle.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened Thursday afternoon in the 500 block of Short Circle. It happened just before 3 o’clock, according to a sheriff’s office news release, which said deputies responded to the scene and found a 20-year-old man with a gunshot wound. He’s now in stable condition at an…