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Houston County voters to decide on SPLOST renewal for infrastructure, public services

Houston County voters will head to the polls Tuesday to decide if they'll renew the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST).

November 1, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

HHOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Houston County voters will head to the polls Tuesday to decide if they’ll renew the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST). County leaders say it’s a key funding mechanism for a county projects including road improvements, library enhancements and 911 upgrades. “This is not an increase in taxes,” Houston County Board of Commissioners Chairman…

Cool weather to stick around another day

November 1, 2023

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Highs will remain more than 10 degrees below average Thursday afternoon. Overnight It will be bitterly cold across Middle Georgia tonight. A Freeze Warning is in effect until 10 AM tomorrow morning for the entire region. Temperatures will likely drop below freezing for most locations with wind chills dipping into the mid to upper 20s. This…

UPDATE: No trauma found on body discovered along I-75, toxicology results pending

Crawford County Sheriff Lewis Walker says an autopsy revealed there were no signs of trauma to Terlonzo Martin's body.

November 1, 2023

Clayton Poulnott, Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (11/1 – 7:30 p.m.) – Crawford County Sheriff Lewis Walker says an autopsy revealed there were no signs of trauma to Terlonzo Martin’s body. Martin, who Walker said in a news release was from Huntsville, Alabama, had been living in a facility in Valdosta for a couple of months. Walker did not name the facility. Toxicology results are now…

Firearm found in student’s backpack at Houston County High School

A firearm was discovered Wednesday in a student's backpack at Houston County High School during an administrative search, according to school officials.

November 1, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A firearm was discovered today in a student’s backpack at Houston County High School during an administrative search, according to school officials. The weapon was confiscated, and the school has reassured parents and the community that all students and staff are safe. 41NBC inquired about the incident via email, asking the Houston County School District…

UPDATE: Monroe County deputies arrest man wanted for terroristic threats, battery

Deputies say Patrick Hartman is now in custody.

November 1, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

UPDATE (11/1) – Deputies say Patrick Hartman is now in custody. ORIGINAL POST (10/27): MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding a wanted man. According to a post on its Facebook page, deputies are looking for Patrick Hartman. He’s wanted for terroristic threats and battery on a person over 65, according to the…

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Bibb County Sheriff pens letter to mayor, commissioners calling for action on new jail following inmate escape

Bibb County Sheriff David Davis urged Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller and county commissioners Tuesday to prioritize building a new Bibb County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Center.

October 31, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County Sheriff David Davis urged Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller and county commissioners Tuesday to prioritize building a new Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Center. The sheriff’s call comes 15 days after four inmates escaped. As of Tuesday night, one of them has been taken back into custody. In a letter sent to Mayor Miller…

Baldwin County residents to vote on sales tax increase for road projects

Baldwin County voters face a decision this Election Day that could accelerate road and bridge repairs throughout the county. The ballot features a TSPLOST measure that could raise the local sales tax by one percentage point.

October 31, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Baldwin County voters face a decision this Election Day that could accelerate road and bridge repairs throughout the county. The ballot features a TSPLOST measure that could raise the local sales tax by one percentage point. Right now, Baldwin County residents are taxed at a rate of 7%. If approved, the Transportation Special Local Option Sales…

CeeLo Green to headline Otis Redding Foundation’s ‘O’Tis The Season’ benefit concert in Macon

Grammy Award-winning artist CeeLo Green will be the special guest at the Otis Redding Foundation's annual O'Tis The Season holiday benefit concert. It's set for December 9 at Macon's historic Capitol Theater.

October 31, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Grammy Award-winning artist CeeLo Green will be the special guest at the Otis Redding Foundation’s annual O’Tis The Season holiday benefit concert. It’s set for December 9 at Macon’s historic Capitol Theatre. An Otis Redding Foundation news release says the evening aims to boost the foundation’s year-end fundraising initiatives. All proceeds will support music and arts…

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UPDATE: Arrest made in connection with June 2022 shooting that left woman dead

43-year-old Rickanian Tremain Williams was booked into the Bibb County Jail early Tuesday morning.

October 31, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (10/31/23 – 12:42 p.m.) – 43-year-old Rickanian Tremain Williams was booked into the Bibb County Jail early Tuesday morning. He was arrested on warrants in connection with the murder of 41-year-old Daffaney Parker on June 26, 2022, according to the sheriff’s office. Williams is being held without bond. UPDATE (6/27/22 – 2 p.m.): The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is…

Macon’s Rose Hill Cemetery unveils interactive kiosk offering personalized tours, historical insight

Macon's Rose Hill Cemetery is making it easier than ever to unlock Macon's history—right at your fingertips!

October 31, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon’s Rose Hill Cemetery is making it easier than ever to unlock Macon’s history—right at your fingertips! Tuesday, the cemetery unveiled an $80,000 kiosk at its entrance that offers guests an interactive experience like never before. It was made possible through contributions from the Community Foundation of Central Georgia, as well as private donors. The county…

Bibb deputies: Man dies after ATV crash on Guy Paine Road

A man is dead after an ATV crash on Guy Paine Road early Tuesday morning.

October 31, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead after an ATV crash on Guy Paine Road early Tuesday morning. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says 59-year-old Billy Darrell White was pronounced dead at 2:14 a.m. Deputies say someone called in the accident at 1:39. The caller reported seeing an unoccupied Honda Rancher (ATV) on the side of the road with…

Bibb County School District celebrates Teachers of the Year

This year's District Teacher of the Year, Kimberly Barton, teaches fourth grade at Vineville Academy of the Arts.

October 31, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Kimberly Barton was recognized as the Bibb County School District’s Teacher of the Year. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District celebrated its Teachers of the Year Monday night at the Grand Opera House in downtown Macon. This year’s District Teacher of the Year, Kimberly Barton, teaches fourth grade at Vineville Academy of the Arts. Barton says she’s…

Major cold front to arrive on Halloween

October 30, 2023

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A powerful cold front will likely bring the first freeze of the season to Middle Georgia later this week. Tonight Cloud cover will increase overnight, especially as tomorrow morning draws on. The winds will shift towards the northwest and increase as well. By tomorrow morning speeds will likely range from 5-12 mph with gusts reaching upwards…

Macon’s Cherry Blossom Festival to honor veterans Sunday with downtown parade, F-15 flyover

The Cherry Blossom Festival is saluting veterans with a Veterans Day Parade set for this Sunday, November 5, at 3 p.m. in downtown Macon.

October 30, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

cherryblossom.comMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Cherry Blossom Festival is saluting veterans with a Veterans Day Parade set for this Sunday, November 5, at 3 p.m. in downtown Macon. The parade, which will feature a spectacular F-15 Flyover from Robins Air Force Base, will honor local hometown heroes with patriotic-themed floats, military units and marching bands. According to a festival Facebook…

Former Milledgeville Housing Authority clerk admits to $575,000 theft, faces up to 10 years in prison

An Eatonton woman pleaded guilty Monday to stealing $575,000 from the Milledgeville Housing Authority by overpaying herself since January 2021.

October 30, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An Eatonton woman pleaded guilty Monday to stealing $575,000 from the Milledgeville Housing Authority by overpaying herself since January 2021. 49-year-old Jennifer Kay Smith will be sentenced at a later date after pleading guilty to federal program theft, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia stated in a news release. Smith was…

John Berry’s 27th annual Christmas Tour coming to Macon’s Grand Opera House

Grammy Award-winning artist John Berry is set to bring holiday cheer to Macon as part of his 27th Annual "Christmas With John Berry" tour. The event is scheduled for December 16 at The Grand Opera House.

October 30, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Grammy Award-winning artist John Berry is set to bring holiday cheer to Macon as part of his 27th Annual “Christmas With John Berry” tour. The event is scheduled for December 16 at The Grand Opera House. “Twenty-seven years have passed, and I could never have foreseen the incredible blessing of sharing my music and commemorating the…

Bibb deputies: 5 charged in alleged Spirit Halloween shoplifting spree

Bibb County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested five people after reports of shoplifting at separate Spirit Halloween locations in Macon.

October 30, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Blount, Jones, Ross, Smith and Worthy (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested five people after reports of shoplifting at separate Spirit Halloween locations in Macon. The suspects face multiple charges, including felony theft by shoplifting and are all in custody at the Bibb County Jail, according to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news…

Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top to play Macon Amphitheater in March 2024

American classic rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top are set to rock the Macon Amphitheater on March 24, 2024 as part of their upcoming Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour, the Macon Amphitheater announced Monday.

October 30, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — American classic rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top are set to rock the Macon Amphitheater on March 24, 2024 as part of their upcoming Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour, the Macon Amphitheater announced Monday. Black Stone Cherry will open the show. The artist pre-sale tickets go live on Tuesday, October 31, starting at 10 a.m….

UPDATE: Arrest made in Saturday night shooting that left 14-year-old dead

A 14-year-old boy was pronounced dead following a Saturday night shooting on Heron Street, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

October 29, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (10/29 – 10 a.m.): One person is in custody in connection with a Saturday night shooting that left a 14-year-old dead. Deputies say a person of interest, identified as 17-year-old Tylik Mantrez Green of Macon, was taken from investigation headquarters to the Bibb County Jail. Greene is charged with murder and is being held without bond. ORIGINAL STORY (10/29…

Lineman of the Week: Rutland High School

October 27, 2023

David Tufts,

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the week Jim Wright and high school football lineman Christiaan Krietzer Of Rutland High School—both lineman working to bring power and passion to everything they do on and off the field! 41NBC lineman of the week is powered by Flint Energies! Categories: Lineman of the Week

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Jones County travels to Warner Robins in our Game of the Week

The Greyhounds (6-2, 4-0) lost to Warner Robins last year, 54-30, and had lost three straight to the Demons. The Demons (5-3, 4-0) were averaging only 23 points per game while giving up 30 points per game.

October 27, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Demons hosted the Jones County Greyhounds in a huge game with the 2-AAAAA region championship on the line. The Greyhounds (6-2, 4-0) lost to Warner Robins last year, 54-30, and had lost three straight to the Demons. The Demons (5-3, 4-0) were averaging only 23 points per game while giving up 30…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northeast hosts Jordan

The Raiders (6-2, 4-1) had given up only 12 points per game in their last three games. The Red Jackets (0-7, 0-4) lost to the Central Chargers last week, 34-14.

October 27, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northeast Raiders welcomed the Jordan Red Jackets to Thompson Stadium on Friday night. The Raiders (6-2, 4-1) had given up only 12 points per game in their last three games. The Red Jackets (0-7, 0-4) lost to the Central Chargers last week, 34-14. Tucker Sargent has the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags:…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northside battles Veterans

The Eagles (3-5, 1-2) beat Veterans last year, 58-7, and had won four of the last five games against the Warhawks. The Warhawks (3-5, 0-3) had lost three straight.

October 27, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Veterans Warhawks took on the Northside Eagles at Herb St. John Stadium in Perry. The Eagles (3-5, 1-2) beat Veterans last year, 58-7, and had won four of the last five games against the Warhawks. The Warhawks (3-5, 0-3) had lost three straight. Check out the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Herb…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Tattnall hosts FPD

The Vikings (4-3-1, 1-1) lost a close one last week to John Milledge, 27-22. FPD was averaging 29 points per game. The Trojans (4-4, 2-0) beat FPD last season, 42-28, and led the overall series 34-20.

October 27, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The FPD Vikings traveled to Jack Baynes Field to take on the Tattnall Trojans in Week 11 of The End Zone. The Vikings (4-3-1, 1-1) lost a close one last week to John Milledge, 27-22. FPD was averaging 29 points per game. The Trojans (4-4, 2-0) beat FPD last season, 42-28, and led the overall series…

Houston County voters will head to the polls Tuesday to decide if they'll renew the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST).

Crawford County Sheriff Lewis Walker says an autopsy revealed there were no signs of trauma to Terlonzo Martin's body.

A firearm was discovered Wednesday in a student's backpack at Houston County High School during an administrative search, according to school officials.

Deputies say Patrick Hartman is now in custody.

Bibb County Sheriff David Davis urged Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller and county commissioners Tuesday to prioritize building a new Bibb County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Center.

Baldwin County voters face a decision this Election Day that could accelerate road and bridge repairs throughout the county. The ballot features a TSPLOST measure that could raise the local sales tax by one percentage point.

Grammy Award-winning artist CeeLo Green will be the special guest at the Otis Redding Foundation's annual O'Tis The Season holiday benefit concert. It's set for December 9 at Macon's historic Capitol Theater.

43-year-old Rickanian Tremain Williams was booked into the Bibb County Jail early Tuesday morning.

Macon's Rose Hill Cemetery is making it easier than ever to unlock Macon's history—right at your fingertips!

A man is dead after an ATV crash on Guy Paine Road early Tuesday morning.

This year's District Teacher of the Year, Kimberly Barton, teaches fourth grade at Vineville Academy of the Arts.

The Cherry Blossom Festival is saluting veterans with a Veterans Day Parade set for this Sunday, November 5, at 3 p.m. in downtown Macon.

An Eatonton woman pleaded guilty Monday to stealing $575,000 from the Milledgeville Housing Authority by overpaying herself since January 2021.

Grammy Award-winning artist John Berry is set to bring holiday cheer to Macon as part of his 27th Annual "Christmas With John Berry" tour. The event is scheduled for December 16 at The Grand Opera House.

Bibb County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested five people after reports of shoplifting at separate Spirit Halloween locations in Macon.

American classic rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top are set to rock the Macon Amphitheater on March 24, 2024 as part of their upcoming Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour, the Macon Amphitheater announced Monday.

A 14-year-old boy was pronounced dead following a Saturday night shooting on Heron Street, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

The Greyhounds (6-2, 4-0) lost to Warner Robins last year, 54-30, and had lost three straight to the Demons. The Demons (5-3, 4-0) were averaging only 23 points per game while giving up 30 points per game.

The Raiders (6-2, 4-1) had given up only 12 points per game in their last three games. The Red Jackets (0-7, 0-4) lost to the Central Chargers last week, 34-14.

The Eagles (3-5, 1-2) beat Veterans last year, 58-7, and had won four of the last five games against the Warhawks. The Warhawks (3-5, 0-3) had lost three straight.

The Vikings (4-3-1, 1-1) lost a close one last week to John Milledge, 27-22. FPD was averaging 29 points per game. The Trojans (4-4, 2-0) beat FPD last season, 42-28, and led the overall series 34-20.

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