Taste See Reopens
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Taste & See Coffee Shop reopens in time for holiday rush

The downtown business brought back all of its classic menu items and now roasts its coffee beans in house.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A downtown Macon coffee shop is re-opening its doors this week after it had to close nearly one year ago. Taste & See Coffee Shop and Gallery, located at 546 Poplar Street, closed last November due to a shortage of employees during the holiday season. According to shop owner Kevin Reeves, people stepped forward to work…

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Bibb County, Cherry Blossom Festival, Featured, Local News

‘The Voice’ winner Bryce Leatherwood part of 2024 Cherry Blossom Festival concert lineup

Macon's Cherry Blossom Festival is set to welcome Georgia's Bryce Leatherwood, the season 22 winner of The Voice, as part of the 2024 Festival's Nightly Concert Series.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon’s Cherry Blossom Festival is set to welcome Georgia’s Bryce Leatherwood, the season 22 winner of The Voice, as part of the 2024 Festival’s Nightly Concert Series. Leatherwood will take the Coca-Cola Entertainment Stage at Carolyn Crayton Park on March 23, 2024. The 23-year-old country musician from Woodstock spent his childhood summers at his grandfather’s farm…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Rain back in the forecast Friday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold/stationary front will bring increased rain odds starting Friday. This Evening Cloud cover will continue to ramp up overnight ahead of tomorrow’s frontal arrival. Temperatures will drop into the mid 50s for most of the region with winds remaining out of the southwest around 5 mph. Tomorrow It will be overcast for Friday with…
Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Milledgeville residents have chance to speak out on proposed millage rate hike at upcoming hearings

The City of Milledgeville announced Thursday a proposed 17.57% property tax increase over the rollback millage rate for 2023.
Tucker Sargent,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Milledgeville announced Thursday a proposed 17.57% property tax increase over the rollback millage rate for 2023. If approved, the millage rate would climb from 10.12 to 12.12 mills and would mark the first change in five years, according to a City of Milledgeville news release. “Each year, the Mayor and Aldermen of the…

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Bibb County, Featured, Jones County, Local News

Middle Georgia man sentenced to 20 years for child pornography possession

A Middle Georgia man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material.
Tucker Sargent,

MGNMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Middle Georgia man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material. The United States District Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia says 38-year-old David Heath will also face 20 years of supervised release and lifetime registration as a sex offender. Heath, from both Macon…

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Laurens County, Local News

ALDI opening first Dublin store on November 16

The grocery store ALDI plans to opens its first Dublin location later this month with special deals and giveaways, including a chance to win a $500 gift card.
Tucker Sargent,

MGNDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The grocery store ALDI plans to opens its first Dublin location later this month with special deals and giveaways, including a chance to win a $500 gift card. The store’s grand opening celebration is set for Thursday, November 16 at 8:45 a.m. The first 100 customers will receive a gift bag filled with a sampling of…

Last Day Without Rain This Week
Featured, Local News, Weather

Last day without rain this week

Chris Denmark,

This morning we saw temperatures in the upper 40s to 50s with a bit of cloud coverage. Today we will see the 80s again with more in the way of cloud coverage due to a front that will traverse the area. Rain should hold off until late Friday as the cold front becomes a stationery front overhead. It would be…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man arrested for shooting on Fair Street

Haley Janes,

Photo Credit to Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An arrest has been made in connection to the shooting incident that left a 32-year-old woman in critical condition Wednesday night. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says they arrested 50-year-old James Phillips for the shooting on Fair Street, taking him into custody at his home on Log Cabin Drive without…

Johnson County Linebacker On The Verge Of Breaking One Of Herschel Walker's Records
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Johnson County linebacker on the verge of breaking one of Herschel Walker’s records

Johnson County will face Washington-Wilkes in the first round of the GHSA A Division II Football State Playoffs in the End Zone Game of the Week.
Shaaz Peerani,

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –As Johnson County looks forward to taking on Washington-Wilkes in the first round of the GHSA A Division II Football State Playoffs, linebacker Joshua Taylor is preparing to break one of Trojan and UGA Bulldog legend Herschel Walker’s records. Taylor was named an All-State linebacker in 2022 and is now aiming to become the all-time leading tackler…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Arrest made in Wednesday shooting that left woman in critical condition

An arrest has been made in connection with Wednesday’s shooting on Fair Street.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (11/9): An arrest has been made in connection with Wednesday’s shooting on Fair Street. ORIGINAL STORY (11/8): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 32-year-old woman is in the hospital after being shot in the upper body Wednesday night. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says it happened at a home on Fair Street near Mumford Road just before 6…

Warner Robins Shelter Search
Featured, Houston County, Local News

UPDATE: Warner Robins, church partner to open warming shelter

The City of Warner Robins announced Monday a “significant partnership” with No Limit Baptist Church to address the needs of the homeless during frigid nights.
Andrew Willis,

UPDATE (11/27): The City of Warner Robins announced Monday a “significant partnership” with No Limit Baptist Church to address the needs of the homeless during frigid nights. ORIGINAL STORY (11/8): WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins is urgently seeking a space where homeless people can take shelter from freezing temperatures. With the winter months fast approaching,…

Kmbb Tree Planting
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful plants shade trees on Bibb County school playgrounds

The trees were made possible by a $10,000 grant provided by Cox Communications through its Cox Conserves sustainability program.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Students at select Bibb County schools can now enjoy the beauty of trees courtesy of Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful and Cox Communications. Forty native trees were planted at Ingram-Pye, Martin Luther King Jr. and Veterans Elementary school playgrounds to provide shade in years to come. The trees were made possible by a $10,000 grant provided by Cox…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Cloud cover begins to return Thursday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia will begin to see more clouds as high pressure moves out over the Atlantic and a cold front approaches. The Rest of The Evening Skies will remain mostly clear with some clouds beginning to fill in overnight tonight. It will be slightly muggier as winds persist from the southwest at around 5 mph. Temperatures…

Another Day With Warmth And Sunshine
Featured, Local News, Weather

Another day with warmth and sunshine

Chris Denmark,

This morning we saw temperatures in the 40s with a few areas of patchy fog.  Today we will warm up to the mid 80s with once again plenty of sunshine. As we head into Thursday morning much warmer temperatures are expected with lows in the 50s.  Tomorrow a cold front will move through the area in the afternoon bringing a…

Johnson County High School Football Team Displays Academic Excellence
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Johnson County High School football team displays academic excellence

If they meet certain requirements, the Johnson County High School football team could have both the valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2023.
Shaaz Peerani,

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Johnson County High School football team finished the regular season 7-3, with a 5-0 region record, claiming back-to-back region titles. But the Trojans’ seniors have not only excelled on the gridiron but also in the classroom. If they meet certain requirements, the Trojan football team’s senior class could include the valedictorian and salutatorian for the graduating…

Current And Former Forsyth Mayors Face Off In Rematch
Elections, Featured, Local News, Monroe County

UPDATE: Forsyth Mayor re-elected for another term

Current Forsyth Mayor Eric Wilson and former Forsyth Mayor John Howard II were back on the ballot this election cycle.
Dejon Campbell,

UPDATE: Current Mayor Eric Wilson has been re-elected by winning 67% of the votes over John Howard II. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Current Forsyth Mayor Eric Wilson and former Forsyth Mayor John Howard II are both back on the ballot this election cycle. Voters have an opportunity to give Wilson another term as mayor or put Howard back in…
Bleckley County, Featured, Local News, Politics

Daniel Cape wins race for Bleckley County Sheriff

Cape, who took over as interim sheriff after former Bleckley County Sheriff Kris Coody pleaded guilty to sexual assault earlier this year, beat Chris Smith in the race for sheriff on Tuesday.
Dejon Campbell,

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Voters in Bleckley County have decided to remove the interim tag from Daniel Cape’s title. Cape, who took over as interim sheriff after former Bleckley County Sheriff Kris Coody pleaded guilty to sexual assault earlier this year, beat Chris Smith in the race for sheriff on Tuesday. Cape, who earned 56.7% of the vote, says he…

Douglass Theatre Marquee
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

New digital marquee draws attention to history, culture at Macon’s Douglass Theatre

If you’re driving along Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Macon, you may have noticed an eye-catching new sign for the historic Douglass Theatre.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you’re driving along Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Macon, you may have noticed an eye-catching new sign for the historic Douglass Theatre. For more than 100 years, Macon’s Douglass Theatre has served as a venue for multicultural performances and films, particularly highlighting art in the African American community. But according to the theater’s Executive…

Sunny And Low 80s Today
Local News, Weather

Sunny and low 80s today

Chris Denmark,

What a wonderful day expected across Middle Georgia with plenty of sun in the sky. This morning we saw temperatures in the 40s with a few areas of patchy fog. Today we will rapidly warm into the low to mid 80s. Tomorrow is similar to today with more sunshine and warmer temperatures in the mid 80s. This will continue over the…

Mercer Men's Basketball Falls To Clark Atlanta In The Season Opener
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Mercer men’s basketball falls to Clark Atlanta in the season-opener

Mercer has five returners and 10 newcomers for the 2023-24 season.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Mercer men’s basketball team failed to win its season opener, as they were stunned by Clark Atlanta 71-64 at Hawkins Arena. The Bears led 34-31 at halftime, but after an 11-2 run to begin the second half by Clark Atlanta, Mercer was never able to claw its way back, starting their season at 0-1. Head coach…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Regional Crimestoppers raises more than $100,000

Since its inception 22 years ago, there have been more than 6,000 arrests, nearly 11,000 cases cleared, and more than $1,000,000 given in rewards.
Dejon Campbell,

MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – The Middle Georgia community and law enforcement leaders gathered Monday to celebrate, after Macon Regional Crimestoppers raised more than $100,000. Since its inception 22 years ago, there have been more than 6,000 arrests, nearly 11,000 cases cleared, and more than $1,000,000 given in rewards. Crimestoppers Chairman Warren Selby, says its message remains the same: reward people…

Warner Robins City Council Election
Elections, Featured, Houston County, Local News

Warner Robins City Council candidates highlight growth, accountability ahead of election

The election will be between current Post 2 councilman Charlie Bibb and his opponent, Ellis Carter.
Andrew Willis,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins may have a new Council Member for the position of Post 2, depending on the results of Tuesday’s election. Incumbent candidate, Councilman Charlie Bibb, has represented the city at large for the past four years. In that time, the Council has increased pay for city employees, expanded infrastructure and updated…
Featured, Houston County, Local News, Macon County

Perry Police arrest multiple suspects after personal armed robbery at hotel

An early morning armed robbery at a Perry motel Saturday led to multiple arrests.
Tucker Sargent,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An early morning armed robbery at a Perry motel Saturday led to multiple arrests. Perry Police said in a news release that it happened around 6 a.m. Saturday at Quality Inn on Sam Nunn Boulevard. Police say a gunman, later identified by police as 54-year-old Willie Harris Jr. of Montezuma, entered a room and demanded money…