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Social Butterflies program in Macon helps young kids meet milestones while playing with peers

The weekly program provides structured activities to help boost social skills, as well as language and motor skills.

January 5, 2024

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent marked the one-year anniversary Friday of a program designed to help kids learn and grow. For parents of young children, it can be hard to find the resources they need to help their kids reach developmental milestones. That’s where Social Butterflies comes in. It’s a free program in Macon for kids between the ages…

Bibb County deputy injured after vehicle chase, crash

A Bibb County Sheriff's Office K-9 Interdiction Unit deputy was injured during a high-speed pursuit late Thursday.

January 5, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Smith (top) and Earven (bottom). (Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Interdiction Unit deputy was injured during a high-speed pursuit late Thursday. Deputies say it all started on Hillcrest Avenue when a S.R.T. Unit deputy initiated a traffic stop on a white Cadillac SRX. The driver, identified as Willie Dante Smith, sped…

Middle Georgia State University receives recognition from Arbor Day Foundation

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) in Macon has once again received recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation for its exceptional efforts in managing trees and educating students on environmental issues.

January 5, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Middle Georgia State University (MGA) in Macon has once again received recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation for its exceptional efforts in managing trees and educating students on environmental issues. This marks the 15th consecutive year MGA has been named a Tree Campus USA, making the school one of only two University System of Georgia institutions…

Widespread rain arrives tonight, but the weekend looks pretty nice

January 5, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A low pressure system coming up from the gulf will bring rain to the Peach State tonight before conditions work to clear out Saturday. The Rest of the Evening Cloud cover will continue to grow around Middle Georgia ahead of tonight’s rain. Winds will become variable overnight after coming from the east most of today. The…

Macon’s old, new attractions drawing national attention

Visit Macon says it's expecting more visitors than ever this year.

January 5, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon is experiencing a major business boom thanks to new developments in the area. The city has once again captured the attention of several national travel publications, including Travel and Leisure’s Top 50 Best Places to Travel in 2024, AARP’s Eight Affordable US Destinations for 2024 and Southern Living’s 12 Southern Trips We Can’t Wait to…

UPDATE: 16-year-old arrested in Perry in connection with Wednesday shooting that left 2 hospitalized

The teen is charged with criminal attempt to commit armed robbery, two counts of aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.

January 5, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (1/5): Perry Police said Friday a 16-year-old is now in custody in connection with a shooting Wednesday that left two people hospitalized. The teen is charged with criminal attempt to commit armed robbery, two counts of aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. Police say he is being held in the juvenile detention…

Rain moves in tonight

January 5, 2024

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This morning we saw temperatures in the low to mid 30s. We are currently seeing sunshine across middle Georgia as expected how ever we will be partly cloudy this afternoon. Upper 50s will be todays high temperatures across the area. Rain will move in late tonight with a 90% chance of rain overnight in to Saturday….

‘An amazing little girl’: Wilcox County Schools encourages community to wear purple on Friday to honor second grader Preslee Jackson

The Wilcox County community is grieving the loss of Preslee Jackson, a second grader whose life has touched people across the globe.

January 5, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Preslee Jackson (Photo: Kelli Jackson)ROCHELLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Wilcox County community is grieving the loss of Preslee Jackson, a second grader whose life has touched people across the globe. Kelli Jackson, Preslee’s mother, has been vocal on Facebook this week, sharing the journey of her daughter’s health crisis that began with a brain bleed on December 31. Despite being…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office seeks suspect in fire station vehicle break-ins

Authorities request public assistance to identify suspect in December break-ins at Riverside Drive and Bloomfield Road fire stations

January 4, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding a man deputies say entered vehicles belonging to Macon-Bibb County firefighters. According to investigators, a man broke into vehicles at multiple fire stations last month. The first break-in happened on December 6 at Station 11 on Riverside Drive. The second happened less than a week later on…

Warner Robins explores affordable housing options, encourages resident input

Community's feedback sought for CHIP grant application to develop accessible housing, Warner Robins Community and Economic Development Office Director Kate Hogan says

January 4, 2024

Andrew Willis,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you’re interested in buying a home but have concerns about the cost of home ownership, the city of Warner Robins wants to hear from you. Owning a home is expensive. For low-income families, home ownership may even seem out of reach. That’s why the Director of the Warner Robins Community and Economic Development Office,…

Macon commemorates Dr. King’s legacy with wreath-laying ceremony at Rosa Parks Square

Elaine Lucas led the annual tribute to civil rights icons and invited Maconites to engage in year-round activities honoring Dr. King.

January 4, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day less than two weeks away, the Macon community is coming together to honor the legacy of Dr. King and all the civil rights leaders of the past and present. The Martin Luther King Jr. Commission and other partner organizations held an annual wreath laying ceremony Thursday at Rosa Parks…

Stratford Academy hires Paul Carroll as new head football coach, succeeding Chance Jones

Paul Carroll takes over Stratford Academy's football program after six seasons at Howard High School.

January 4, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Paul Carroll (Photo: Stratford Academy)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Stratford Academy has named Paul Carroll as its new head football coach, following the departure of Chance Jones after this past season. Jones was 14-10 in two seasons as Stratford’s head coach, including a record of 5-6 in 2023. Carroll, who will be Stratford’s ninth different head coach since 1970, has led…

Inmate overpowers officer at Macon hospital, prompt response prevents potential crisis

The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) says an officer was assaulted while attempting to escort an inmate into Atrium Health Navicent on Wednesday.

January 4, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Carey McLeod (Photo: Georgia Department of Corrections)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) says an officer was assaulted on Wednesday while attempting to escort an inmate into Atrium Health Navicent. It happened around 11:30 a.m., according to Joan Heath, the Director of the GDC’s Office of Public Affairs. Heath said in an email Central State Prison inmate…

Bibb deputies: Woman arrested after being caught speeding in stolen vehicle

A woman is in jail after Bibb County deputies say she was caught speeding in a stolen vehicle.

January 4, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman is in jail after Bibb County deputies say she was caught speeding in a stolen vehicle. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy witnessed Cassidy Burney driving in excess of 100 miles per hour on I-75 and 95 miles per hour on the Hartley Bridge Road exit ramp. Deputies…

Nice conditions begin Friday before rain moves in late

January 4, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Skies will remain clear tonight and into tomorrow before clouds return ahead of overnight rain. The Rest of the Evening Skies will remain clear as frigid conditions fall back into place with the clouds from yesterday gone. Temperatures will bottom out in the upper 20s and lower 30s ahead of Friday morning. Overnight winds will mainly…

Bibb Sheriff’s Office: 1 hospitalized in Wednesday night apartment complex shooting

It happened around 9:30 p.m. at Landings at North Ingle Apartments, located on North Ingle Place.

January 4, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One person was hospitalized after a shooting Wednesday night at a Macon apartment complex. According to Sgt. Christopher Williams with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, it happened around 9:30 p.m. at Landings at North Ingle Apartments, located on North Ingle Place. The victim, identified only as a male, suffered non-life threatening injuries and is in stable…

UPDATE: Arrested Warner Robins Middle School teacher no longer employed by Houston County School District

A Houston County teacher who was arrested last month is no longer employed by the district.

January 4, 2024

Haley Janes, Tucker Sargent,

Photo Credit to Houston County Sheriff’s OfficeUPDATE (1/4/24): A Houston County teacher who was arrested last month is no longer employed by the district. The district confirmed his departure on Thursday in response to a follow-up inquiry from 41NBC. Here’s the full response: “We cannot discuss the details of personnel matters; however, we can confirm that Benjamin Reese is no…

Sunshine for Thursday

January 4, 2024

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This morning we were not as cold as we were yesterday morning with temperatures in the mid 30s. Today will be much warmer across the area in the upper 50s with plenty of sunshine to dry us out from yesterdays rain. Similar conditions are expected for your Friday although we will be partly cloudy. Rain moves…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigating a convenience store robbery

Two men, wearing dark clothing rob a convenience store early Thursday morning

January 4, 2024

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a commercial armed robbery that took place just after 4:09 a.m. Thursday morning, at Enmark, located at 3311 Mercer University Drive. It was reported that two male subjects entered the store, one of the subjects brandishing a firearm. Money was demanded from the store clerk and customer. After taking an undisclosed…

Angela King-Anderson announces campaign for Houston Superior Court Clerk

"The Clerk’s office is the backbone of our legal system, and I am committed to ensuring that it operates smoothly, efficiently, and in the best interest of our community."

January 3, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Angela King-Anderson, a Warner Robins native and longtime courthouse employee announces her candidacy for Clerk of Superior Court. According to a news release sent to the 41NBC newsroom Wednesday night by ‘The Committee to Elect Angela King-Anderson’, she has worked within the Houston County court system for 26 years. The release says her experience in…

UPDATE: Man wanted in theft investigation now arrested, woman also arrested

Triston Michael Waters was taken into custody on January 8. A woman was also taken into custody.

January 3, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Triston Waters and Kathryn Walls (Photos: Washington County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (1/10): Triston Michael Waters was taken into custody on January 8. A woman was also taken into custody. ORIGINAL STORY (1/3): SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four people are now in custody and another person is wanted after a theft investigation in Washington County. Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran says the…

Monroe County Fire Department offers free classes to support firefighters

The classes last for eight weeks, with two evening classes each week. Applicants can learn skills such as handling equipment, fireground communications and life saving techniques.

January 3, 2024

Andrew Willis,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you’ve ever wanted to learn what it takes to become a firefighter, the Monroe County Fire Department can help get you started on the path to volunteering. With volunteer firefighter numbers dwindling, the department is offering free classes to residents of the county to provide firefighters with much needed support. According to Life Safety Educator…

Sunny skies return Thursday following Wednesday’s rain

January 3, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High pressure will take back over the southeast once the rain from this afternoon clears out. The Rest of the Evening Light to moderate rain will pass through Middle Georgia as the evening goes on. Rain totals for tonight should stay under a half inch, even in the wettest spots. It will be cold with low…

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission Has Selected Its Organization Of The Year

Mentors Project of Bibb County selected as organization of the year

"We've seen amazing children get full ride scholarships to private exclusive schools. We've seen children open their own businesses. We've seen children become fashion designers."

January 3, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Commission in Macon, has selected its organization of the year. The Mentors Project of Bibb County is the recipient. Macon-Bibb Commissioner Elaine Lucas surprised the Executive Director of the program, June O’Neal, with the award Wednesday. O’Neal has been with the organization for 24 years, and says the impact of…

The weekly program provides structured activities to help boost social skills, as well as language and motor skills.

A Bibb County Sheriff's Office K-9 Interdiction Unit deputy was injured during a high-speed pursuit late Thursday.

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) in Macon has once again received recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation for its exceptional efforts in managing trees and educating students on environmental issues.

Visit Macon says it's expecting more visitors than ever this year.

The teen is charged with criminal attempt to commit armed robbery, two counts of aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.

The Wilcox County community is grieving the loss of Preslee Jackson, a second grader whose life has touched people across the globe.

Authorities request public assistance to identify suspect in December break-ins at Riverside Drive and Bloomfield Road fire stations

Community's feedback sought for CHIP grant application to develop accessible housing, Warner Robins Community and Economic Development Office Director Kate Hogan says

Elaine Lucas led the annual tribute to civil rights icons and invited Maconites to engage in year-round activities honoring Dr. King.

Paul Carroll takes over Stratford Academy's football program after six seasons at Howard High School.

The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) says an officer was assaulted while attempting to escort an inmate into Atrium Health Navicent on Wednesday.

A woman is in jail after Bibb County deputies say she was caught speeding in a stolen vehicle.

It happened around 9:30 p.m. at Landings at North Ingle Apartments, located on North Ingle Place.

A Houston County teacher who was arrested last month is no longer employed by the district.

Two men, wearing dark clothing rob a convenience store early Thursday morning

"The Clerk’s office is the backbone of our legal system, and I am committed to ensuring that it operates smoothly, efficiently, and in the best interest of our community."

Triston Michael Waters was taken into custody on January 8. A woman was also taken into custody.

The classes last for eight weeks, with two evening classes each week. Applicants can learn skills such as handling equipment, fireground communications and life saving techniques.

"We've seen amazing children get full ride scholarships to private exclusive schools. We've seen children open their own businesses. We've seen children become fashion designers."

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