Featured, Georgia News, Lamar County, Local News, WMGT

Middle Georgia man sentenced to prison for mailing guns to Chicago

Man sentenced to 65 months in prison and three years of supervised release.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Barnesville man with a felony criminal history was sentenced to federal prison for mailing handguns to Chicago. According to the United States Attorney’s Office Middle District of Georgia , 29-year-old Khalif Lee aka “Killa” was sentenced to serve 65 months in prison to be followed by three years of supervised release by Chief U.S. District…

Jordan and Ferrell (Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)
Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Arrests made in connection with death of 1-year-old girl

Deputies have identified two men arrested in connection with the baby's death.
Denise Turner,

Jordan and Ferrell (Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (1:45 p.m.): Bibb County Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley said Wednesday the child appeared to have suffered from blunt force trauma but said no injuries could be confirmed until an autopsy has been performed. He confirmed the child was 20 months and two weeks old. UPDATE (12:00 p.m.):  The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office…

Valentine's Sunshine
Featured, Local News, Weather

Heart eyes for the Valentine’s Day forecast

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to everyone!! Happy Valentine’s Day to you all. This morning we are starting off a bit cooler than yesterday morning with temperatures in the mid 30s to upper 30s. Today we will see plenty of sunshine with temperatures in the mid 60s. Today will be really nice for any outdoor plans. Clouds will move…

Highlights: Hancock Central Vs. Gmc Boys
Baldwin County, Hancock County, Local Sports, Sports, Twiggs County, Wilkinson County

HIGHLIGHTS: Class A, Region 5-Division II basketball tournaments begin at Wilkinson County

The GHSA Class A, Region 5-Division II basketball tournament got underway Tuesday at Wilkinson County. 41NBC's Justin Dierkes was there and has the highlights.
Justin Dierkes,

MCINTYRE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The GHSA Class A, Region 5-Division II basketball tournament got underway Tuesday at Wilkinson County. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes was there and has the highlights. Hancock Central vs. GMC boys:   Twiggs County vs. Hancock Central girls:   Wilkinson County vs. GMC Prep girls:         Categories: Baldwin County, Hancock County, Local Sports, Sports, Twiggs…

Highlights: Westside, Baldwin Boys Meet In Region 2 Aaaa Basketball Tournament
Baldwin County, Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Westside, Baldwin boys meet in Region 2-AAAA basketball tournament

The Westside Seminoles and Baldwin Braves met Tuesday for a spot in the Region 2-AAAA finals.
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Westside and Baldwin’s boys basketball teams met Tuesday night in the Region 2-AAAA tournament semifinals at Howard High School. The winner faces Spalding in the finals at Howard on Friday night. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Baldwin County, Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: baldwin braves, boys basketball, howard high school, Macon, Milledgeville, region…
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Centerville passes new curfew ordinance for juveniles

Chief Duncan asked the Council to change the curfew time to 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. each day.
Clayton Poulnott,

CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Centerville City Council recently passed a new curfew ordinance for anyone under 18 years old. On February 6, the Centerville City Council heard from Police Chief Cedric Duncan about revising the city’s curfew ordinance. The current ordinance allows juveniles under the age of 18 to be out without parent supervision Sunday through Thursday until 11 p.m.,…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Sunshine to stick around for Valentine’s Day

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High pressure will keep the sunshine around the Peach State tomorrow. The Rest of the Evening Skies will remain clear this evening and tonight as the system from this past weekend continues to move further away. The wind will also calm tonight as it blows from the north-northwest around 5 mph. Low temperatures will mainly dip…
Featured, Local News, Macon County

GDC: Macon State Prison inmate dies after ‘altercation’ with roommate

A Georgia Department of Corrections spokesperson identified the inmate who died as Kenneth Malcom.
Tucker Sargent,

OGLETHORPE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon State Prison inmate died on Monday after an altercation with his roommate. That’s according to a Georgia Department of Corrections spokesperson, who identified the inmate who died as Kenneth Malcom. The body has been turned over to the coroner and will be taken to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) Crime Lab for an…

Kroger Storefront Mgn
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Macon Kroger reopens after flood damage, repairs

The Forsyth Road Kroger reopened Tuesday morning.
Tucker Sargent,

MGNUPDATE (2/13): The Forsyth Road Kroger reopened Tuesday morning. Kroger’s corporate office sent the following statement: “The Forsyth Road Kroger has reopened for business. Damage to the store from the heavy flooding has been repaired. Again, we would like to thank our customers for their support, patience and understanding.” ORIGINAL STORY (2/12): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Kroger store at…

Nicer Weather Today
Featured, Local News, Weather

Much drier conditions expected

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Good morning to you all on this drier Tuesday morning. This morning we are much cooler in the 40s across the area with a bit of cloud coverage. A bit breezy this morning as well with winds out of the West north west gusting to 25-30 mph. With that being said conditions feel a bit cooler…

Two Arrested In Macon
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Two arrested in stolen vehicle chase in Macon

Deputies say they received an alert about two stolen vehicles in the Pleasant Hill area.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrests two men accused of driving stolen vehicles. Deputies say they received an alert about two stolen vehicles in the Pleasant Hill area. After finding the vehicles, a Georgia State Patrol trooper stopped the drivers, Jaylen Murphy and Christopher Cornelius Jr., on Grant Avenue. The trooper says the suspects sped away…
Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office investigating theft of motor vehicles

They say a gray 2005 Ford F-350, and a black 1965 Chevy Impala along with the flatbed trailer it was on was stolen.
Clayton Poulnott,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a theft of motor vehicles case. According to a recent Facebook post by the sheriff’s office, the theft happened in the Stokes Store/Highway 42 North area between February 8 at 9 p.m. and February 9 at 11:30 a.m. (Photos courtesy of Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page) Deputies…

Highlights: Fort Valley State Men’s Basketball Hosts Allen University
Local Sports, Peach County, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Fort Valley State men’s basketball hosts Allen University

Fort Valley State was looking for its fifth win of the season.
Justin Dierkes,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)  – The Fort Valley State University men’s basketball team hosted Allen University (13-10, 9-7 SIAC) Monday night. The Wildcats (4-18, 4-12 SIAC) were looking for their fifth win of the season and won 80-79. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Local Sports, Peach County, Sports Tags: allen university, Fort Valley, Fort Valley State, FVSU, Georgia,…

Highlights: Fort Valley State Women’s Basketball Hosts Allen University
Local Sports, Peach County, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Fort Valley State women’s basketball hosts Allen University

FVSU had won seven of its last eight going into a home matchup with Allen University.
Justin Dierkes,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)  – The Fort Valley State University women’s basketball team hosted Allen University (8-13, 4-11 SIAC) Monday night. The Wildcats (12-8, 10-5 SIAC), who trailed by 21 at the half, fought back in the second half, but lost 66-58. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Local Sports, Peach County, Sports Tags: allen university, Fort Valley, Fort…

V Day
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Middle Georgia florists prepare for Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day is projected to see spending of $25.8 billion this year, according to the National Retail Federation.
Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and flower shops around Middle Georgia are gearing up for the rush of customers. According to a recent study, 39 percent of people plan to buy flowers this year, which means florists are working around the clock to get flowers prepped and orders out the door. Vanessa Glover, the…

Milledgeville Flooding Gfx
Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Milledgeville’s Oconee River Greenway closed due to flooding, streets expected to flood tonight

Sinclair Dam floodgates open; Milledgeville streets at flood risk
Tucker Sargent,

Photos: Milledgeville PoliceMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Milledgeville Police say the Oconee River Greenway is closed until further notice due to flooding. Four floodgates have been opened at Sinclair Dam “with the possibility of more opening later tonight,” police said in a Facebook post Monday afternoon. Police say the following streets are expected to flood tonight: Underwood Road at Pumping Station…
Crawford County, Featured, Local News

Portion of Highway 80 W in Crawford County closed due to flooding

Sheriff Lewis Walker says the road is closed near Hopewell Road.
Tucker Sargent,

CRAWFORD COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A portion of Highway 80 W in Crawford County is closed due to flooding. Crawford County Sheriff Lewis Walker said in a Facebook post just before 4:30 that the portion of the road that is closed is near the Hopewell Road intersection. That’s all the information we have right now. Check back for updates. Categories:…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Wet pattern to clear out tonight, sunnier days ahead

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The system that has brought the Peach State plenty of rain the past few days will finally clear out tonight. The Rest of the Evening Middle Georgia has received more than its fair share of rain over the past 48 hour. Most of the region received between 3 and 4 inches, resulting in widespread flash flooding…

Forsyth's Malik Herring Wins His 2nd Super Bowl With The Chiefs
Featured, Local News, Local Sports, Monroe County, Sports

‘Shoutout to Forsyth’: Malik Herring wins second Super Bowl with Chiefs

"Shoutout to Forsyth, man," he said. "Thank y'all for believing in me," Malik Herring said after the game.
Tucker Sargent,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Forsyth’s Malik Herring has only been in the National Football League (NFL) for three seasons, and he already has two Super Bowl rings! The Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 in Las Vegas Sunday night to capture back-to-back Super Bowl titles. Malik’s mom, Sabrina, shared photos of Malik with his family and the…

Flooding A Concern Today
Featured, Local News, Weather

Flooding the main concern today

Chris Denmark,

MACON, GA (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to everyone hope you all had a great weekend. This morning we have seen heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. This morning we have already seen 2-3 inches of rain. A flash flood warning is in effect for Bibb, Monroe, Jones, Houston, Peach, and Twiggs counties to see an additional 2-3 inches of rainfall. Overall not very…

Screenshot Peach County
Local Sports, Monroe County, Peach County, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Mary Persons girls basketball visits Peach County

The Bulldogs and Trojans met Friday night in Fort Valley
Tucker Sargent,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mary Persons girls basketball team traveled to Fort Valley Friday to face the Peach County Trojans. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights.   Categories: Local Sports, Monroe County, Peach County, Sports Tags: Girls basketball, Highlights, mary persons, Peach County

Glock Stolen
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon teen arrested with stolen gun

According to a report from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, several juveniles were stealing items from store shelves and threatening to shoot up a Houston Avenue business.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Bibb County Sheriff deputy recenlty arrested a 16-year-old with a stolen Glock. (Photo courtesy of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page) According to a report from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, several juveniles were stealing items from store shelves and threatening to shoot up a Houston Avenue business. Deputies say when they attempted to…