Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores April 10-14

Here are Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, April 10 and Friday, April 14, 2023.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia’s food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, April 10 and Friday, April 14, 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. All scores of 100…

Milledgeville Burger Week: Ned Kelly’s Downstairs Fire N’ Burger

Ned Kelly's won the Burger Week award in 2022.

Milledgeville, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Milledgeville Burger Week is back and better than ever! You’ll have a chance to visit sixteen restaurants from April 17 to the 23, each serving up a unique specialty burger. 41NBC had a chance to visit Ned Kelly’s Downstairs, described as an “Australian-themed pub with ‘build your own burgers’ as the specialty”. Ned Kelly’s won the Burger…

Tax preparers see surge in last-minute filers, urge extensions and document preparations

As the tax deadline looms on Tuesday, tax preparers like Liberty Tax Services in Centerville are experiencing a surge in last-minute filers, many of whom are still waiting on necessary tax documents.

CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As the tax deadline looms on Tuesday, tax preparers like Liberty Tax Services in Centerville are experiencing a surge in last-minute filers, many of whom are still waiting on necessary tax documents. To help ease the stress, Liberty Tax is encouraging individuals who haven’t filed yet to request an extension and ensure they have all their…

Cotton Avenue Plaza in downtown Macon now open to public

There's a new space for visitors of downtown Macon to walk, shop and enjoy a meal.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There’s a new space for visitors of downtown Macon to walk, shop and enjoy a meal. The Cotton Avenue Plaza is now open to the public. The outdoor plaza was designed by the Macon Action Plan to create a safe, walkable space for pedestrians along Second Street and Cotton Avenue. The project cost approximately $700,000 and…

Eisenhower Business Improvement District revitalizes Macon corridor

The Eisenhower Business Improvement District is working to make the Business Corridor a cleaner, safer area for businesses and shoppers.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Businesses along Eisenhower Parkway in Macon say they are seeing the benefits of beautification efforts in the area. The Eisenhower Business Improvement District, or EBID, is working to revitalize the Eisenhower Business Corridor. The group was formed by 93 businesses spanning from Interstate 475 to Oglesby Place. The businesses voluntarily decided to pay an ad valorem…

Monroe County sports complex destroyed by fire, owners vow to rebuild

A fire consumed Bulldog Sportsplex, an indoor baseball and sports training facility in Monroe County, leaving the owners determined to rebuild their dream from the ashes.

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A fire consumed Bulldog Sportsplex, an indoor baseball and sports training facility in Monroe County, leaving the owners determined to rebuild their dream from the ashes. The fire, which happened on Saturday, destroyed the complex just two weeks after its grand opening on April 1. “It’s like having a dream and then watching your dream just…

Salvation Army raises money through golf charity event

The Salvation Army of Greater Macon is hosting its third annual charity golf event to raise funds for homeless families and veterans, with the goal of surpassing last year's total of $17,000.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Salvation Army of Greater Macon is hosting its third annual charity golf event to raise funds for homeless families and veterans, with the goal of surpassing last year’s total of $17,000. The event was held at Brickyard Golf Club in Macon. This year’s proceeds are expected to exceed $20,000. “Today’s golf tournament, the third annual…

Carl Vinson VA launches wayfinding app to help patients navigate expansive campus

The Dublin VA has introduced a new patient engagement mobile app to help visitors navigate its expansive campus, which features 4.2 miles of hallways.

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center rolls out new app to help with the check-in processCarl Vinson VA Medical CenterDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Carl Vinson VA has introduced a new patient engagement mobile app to help visitors navigate its expansive campus, which features 4.2 miles of hallways. The app serves as a wayfinding tool, assisting patients in locating their destinations…

Milledgeville Burger Week: Shima Sushi Bar and Grill Surf and Turf Burger

Downtown Milledgeville is once again hosting its popular Burger Week from April 17-23, featuring 16 local eateries, each offering a unique specialty burger.

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Downtown Milledgeville is once again hosting its popular Burger Week from April 17-23, featuring 16 local eateries, each offering a unique specialty burger. One participating restaurant, Shima Sushi Bar and Grill, may not typically be known for burgers, but owner Ivan Manoylov has ensured its inclusion in the competition since 2022. This year, Shima is presenting…

High pressure keeps weather warm and calm for the week

High pressure has moved into Middle Georgia and will be keeping us dry for the week. Highs will warm back to the 80s Tuesday

It has been a beautiful day across Middle Georgia after a cold front moved through last night. High pressure behind the front will continue moving over our area through the day Tuesday, helping to keep the skies clear. Tuesday will bring us a warm-up back to the 80s by the afternoon. As high pressure pushes to our east,  winds will…

Tech Report: Best Buy is cutting jobs across the U.S.

Best Buy is cutting store jobs across the country. The Wall Street Journal reports that the electronics retailer is looking to trim costs and shift its business more towards e-commerce. The electronics company plans to eliminate hundreds of “consultant” roles. Consultants are store workers who specialize in selling more complex products, such as computers and smartphones. Google is scrambling to…

Fire weather risks up for Middle Georgia Monday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Plenty of sun and heat are expected across Middle Georgia this week as high pressure dominates the Southeastern US. Today Following a relatively cloudy weekend Middle Georgia saw the sun return bright and early Monday. A few clouds still remained during the sunrise hours, but those have since moved out to to the east. Clear conditions…

Morning Report: Social Security recipients may see smaller increases next year

The Social Security Cost-of-Living adjustment could be much smaller next year. Recipients saw an 8.7 percent bump this year, the highest in decades. Social Security benefits could increase by just 3 percent or less in 2024 as inflation fades. Regional Banks report earnings this week. Many say they are paying depositors more to keep them. Small and midsize U.S. banks…

Sunshine and warm temperatures return Saturday, storms possible Sunday

Saturday will be a beautiful day across Middle Georgia, with clear skies and highs in the 80s. Severe storms will be possible Sunday

We saw the last of our rain and storms move out early this evening in Middle Georgia, leaving us with a nice, dry night. Tomorrow will bring a beautiful spring day to the area, with clear skies and highs in the 80s. By Saturday evening clouds will push in, ahead of our next round of showers. There is a chance…

Tornado damages high school gym, tennis court in Bleckley County

After storms swept through Middle Georgia on Thursday, some residents in Bleckley County are now cleaning up and assessing the damage caused by the severe weather.

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After storms swept through Middle Georgia on Thursday, some residents in Bleckley County are now cleaning up and assessing the damage caused by the severe weather. Among the affected areas is Bleckley County High School, where a confirmed EF-0 tornado hit the gym and tennis court. Despite the damage, Director of Operations Stanley Thompson remains optimistic….

Langston Road Elementary hosts ‘Purple Up Day’ parade to support military children

Langston Road Elementary School in Perry hosted a Purple Up Day parade on Friday to show support for children of military families in Middle Georgia.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Langston Road Elementary School in Perry hosted a Purple Up Day parade on Friday to show support for children of military families in Middle Georgia. Parents serving in the military were invited to walk with their children as the school’s Military Kids Club hosted the event. The club holds monthly meetings for students with family members…

Dublin elementary students get up close with live beehive during Bee Day event

Susie Dasher Elementary School students were abuzz with excitement Friday as they got a rare opportunity to see a live beehive up close during the school's Bee Day.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Susie Dasher Elementary School students were abuzz with excitement Friday as they got a rare opportunity to see a live beehive up close during the school’s Bee Day. Greg and Tracy Graham, beekeepers from Lime Sink Creek Honey, gave a presentation on the importance of bees and how they contribute to the environment. Students were able…

Deputies: 3 arrested for attempting to smuggle contraband into Washington State Prison

Deputies say they were patrolling the area of Davisboro Thursday when they noticed a suspicious vehicle in the 13000 block of Highway 24 East. That led to the arrest of three suspects for attempting to smuggle contraband into Washington State Prison.

DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies say they were patrolling the area of Davisboro Thursday when they noticed a suspicious vehicle in the 13000 block of Highway 24 East. That led to the arrest of three suspects for attempting to smuggle contraband into Washington State Prison. That’s according to a Washington County Sheriff’s Office Facebook post, which says the investigation revealed…

Tech Report: Most Americans say they have experienced sonic snooping

According to cybersecurity company NordVPN, more than half of Americans says they have been the victim of sonic snooping. Sonic snooping is where apps on your smartphone listen in to background noise, including conversations, to gather more information about you. This common tactic can be spotted when an ad for something you recently talked about or watched on TV appears…

Morning Report: More women are out-earning their husbands

More women are out-earning their husbands, but still pick up a heavier load at home. The share of women who earn as much as or significantly more than their husbands has roughly tripled over the last half-century, according to a new Pew Research Center survey. The report also found women are still doing about as much housework. Meanwhile, Wells Fargo…

Council of Clergy discusses Macon issues, solutions at annual luncheon

Macon-Bibb's Council of Clergy gathered at their annual luncheon Thursday to discuss issues in Macon and ways to solve them. The meeting featured speakers from various organizations, including Resilient Macon, Central Georgia Technical College, and U Create Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb’s Council of Clergy gathered at their annual luncheon Thursday to discuss issues in Macon and ways to solve them. The meeting featured speakers from various organizations, including Resilient Macon, Central Georgia Technical College, and U Create Macon. “We try to have multiple groups from within the community that are doing good work come and share…

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary students receive books through Book Blast fundraiser

Students helped raise more than $8,000 in their school's Book Blast fundraiser.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Students at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary in Macon received a special delivery… of books! Faculty delivered books Thursday to each student as a reward for their participation in the school’s Book Blast fundraiser. Students sent out requests to the community to support reading by sponsoring a student or purchasing books. The school was able…