Warner Robins Walmart celebrates Black History Month with a parade inside the store

Walmart on Watson Boulevard in Warner Robins celebrated Black History Month Wednesday with a parade, filling the store's aisles with the sounds of drums and celebration.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Walmart on Watson Boulevard in Warner Robins celebrated Black History Month Wednesday with a parade, filling the store’s aisles with the sounds of drums and celebration. Corina Adams, the Digital Operations Lead for Walmart Market 32, said the gathering was a unique way to celebrate the accomplishments of the Black community during Black History Month….

Local religious leaders emphasize reflection and repentance on Ash Wednesday

This Ash Wednesday, local religious leaders are reminding people of their mortality and the importance of reflection and repentance.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This Ash Wednesday, local religious leaders are reminding people of their mortality and the importance of reflection and repentance. Saint Francis Episcopal Church in Macon prepared a unique way for people to receive their ashes this year: the church offered drive-thru ashes. For Christians, Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the season of Lent, a time…

Bibb County students attend media workshop at Frank Johnson Recreation Center

Bibb County students who were out of school this week had the opportunity to attend a media workshop held at the Frank Johnson Recreation Center in Macon on Wednesday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County students who were out of school this week had the opportunity to attend a media workshop held at the Frank Johnson Recreation Center in Macon on Wednesday. The workshop gave students the chance to meet with videographers and other members of the media, including 41NBC’s Shelby Coates, and learn about their career experiences. Clarence…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office celebrates 3 successful years of managing animal services and welfare

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is celebrating three successful years of managing the Departments of Animal Services and Animal Welfare after taking full responsibility of both in 2018.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is celebrating three successful years of managing the Departments of Animal Services and Animal Welfare after taking full responsibility of both in 2018. To maintain control of the departments, the sheriff’s office had to agree to specific goals set by the Georgia Department of Agriculture. Sheriff David Davis credited the workers…

Morning Report: Spring break drives up travel costs

This year’s surge of spring break travel is driving up airfare and hotel rates. A return to pre-pandemic booking habits has increased the demand for flights and hotel rooms. The travel app, Hopper, reported last week that domestic airfare is averaging $264 round trip in April in March. That is a 20% increase from last year’s rates. Despite the costs,…

Tech Report: Chatbots may enter the workplace

Researchers say most companies will employ digital humans in the next decade

Your next new colleague could be a chatbot with a human face. Researchers from the University of Sydney Business School say that most companies will be implementing chatbot workers in the next decade. The jobs that this controversial technology is likely to appear in first are medical training and retail. In an effort to give users more control over their…

Macon-Bibb’s Pedestrian Safety Review Board discusses solutions to improve road safety, prevent fatalities

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board met on Tuesday at City Hall to discuss solutions aimed at improving road safety and preventing fatalities in Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Pedestrian Safety Review Board met on Tuesday at City Hall to discuss solutions aimed at improving road safety and preventing fatalities in Macon. Greg Brown, Chairman of the Pedestrian Safety Review Board, is optimistic that the meeting will help to create safer streets in the city. “We’ve been making recommendations on projects throughout our community…

Macon organization collaborates with EOC to promote heart-healthy living among Foster Grandparent Program

The Macon Chapter of The Links, Inc. has teamed up with the Macon-Bibb Economic Opportunity Council (EOC) to educate participants in the EOC's Foster Grandparent Program on heart-healthy living, with a particular focus on preventing kidney disease.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Chapter of The Links, Inc. has teamed up with the Macon-Bibb Economic Opportunity Council (EOC) to educate participants in the EOC’s Foster Grandparent Program on heart-healthy living, with a particular focus on preventing kidney disease. Grandparents from the Macon Chapter of The Links were present Tuesday to teach and promote healthier eating and lifestyle…

Middle Georgia State University’s athletics program to shift from NAIA to NCAA Division II

The expected date of MGA's move is Fall of 2025.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After conducting over two years of research on feasibility, Middle Georgia State University has received approval from the University System of Georgia’s Board of Regents to move its athletic programs from the NAIA to Division II of the NCAA. “We continue to grow and add programs academically, and we’re the only state university within the USG…

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores February 13-17

Here are Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, February 13 and Friday, February 17, 2023.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia’s food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, February 13 and Friday, February 17, 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…

Morning Report: Link between the workplace and children

How feelings about the workplace impact child development

The Washington Post reports that way you feel about your job is directly link to the way you parent. The stakes are high for parents, especially in a child’s early years. Children of parents who receive sufficient support in the first year post child-birth benefits in the long run. According to a study conducted by developmental psychologist Maureen Perry-Jenkins, these…

Tech Report: Google going to the Supreme Court

How the case could drastically change the internet

Google is going before the Supreme Court. The tech giant is facing a lawsuit that could radically alter the future of online speech and content moderation. The case against Google was brought by the family of a woman who was killed in a 2015 ISIS terror attack in Paris. Her parents allege that YouTube, which is owned by Google, failed…

Staying warm with scattered showers Tuesday

Highs this week will be staying well above normal, even up to record breaking levels by midweek. Showers will be possible each day this week

Warm weather has started to move back in across Middle Georgia, with highs warming into the mid 70s today. Overnight, clouds will be keeping us warm with lows only dropping into the 60s. Skies will be cloudy for much of the day, with a few isolated showers in the morning. By the afternoon, a few thunderstorms will be possible, but…

Macon after-school program aims to reduce youth violence through artistic mentorship

Heart and Soul, an after-school break program for children in Macon, is aiming to provide mentorship to children between the ages of 6 and 12.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Heart and Soul, an after-school break program for children in Macon, is aiming to provide mentorship to children between the ages of 6 and 12. The organizers of Heart and Soul say the program offers a safe, creative, and supportive space for the students. They believe this program can help to reduce violence among young people….

Tykes, Tots, and Teens consignment event returns to Middle Georgia this week, offering low-cost children’s items

Families in Middle Georgia can expect to find children's clothes and toys at lower prices as Tykes, Tots, and Teens, the region's largest consignment event, returns this Wednesday.

  PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Families in Middle Georgia can expect to find children’s clothes and toys at lower prices as Tykes, Tots, and Teens, the region’s largest consignment event, returns this Wednesday. The event aims to assist families in purchasing children’s items at a fraction of the retail price. According to the organization behind the event, Tykes, Tots, and…

Douglass Theatre names new executive director

Dr. Shelton Land, PhD, will serve as the new Executive Director

Dr. Shelton Land, PhD, MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Douglass Theatre is moving forward with new leadership. The Douglass Theatre Board of Directors announce Dr. Shelton Land, PhD, as its newest Executive Director. Land brings more than 15-years of nonprofit and performing arts leadership experience. Before joining the Douglass Theatre, he served as Vice President of Education with United Way…

UPDATE: Missing baby, teen found safe in north Macon

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says the infant, stolen vehicle and juvenile have been located at Days Inn by Wyndham, located at 3950 River Place Drive.

UPDATE (4:45 p.m.) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the infant, stolen vehicle and juvenile have been located at Days Inn by Wyndham, located at 3950 River Place Drive. Both the infant and juvenile are unharmed. The infant has been released to his parents. The stolen vehicle was released to its owner. The juvenile was transported to the Macon…

President’s Day Report: Online dating scams

Warning signs and traits of online scammers

About 30% of Americans have tried an online dating service, according to Pew Research Service. Some people have had good luck finding love through online dating. However, others have not been so fortunate, finding only frustration or even harassment. This goes double for victims of online dating scams, who’s ventures into romance have ended in outright fraud. From 2017-2021, Americans…

Man found guilty for Child Molestation, sentenced to life

“We, in the District Attorney’s Office, know how difficult these types of cases can be, especially when these acts occur among family."

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man will spend the rest of his life behind bars. After a mistrial earlier in February due to juror misconduct, 33-year-old LeCharles Harrell, was found Guilty of Aggravated Child Molestation and Child Molestation. According to a Facebook post by District Attorney Anita Howard, due to the stress of the trial, one victim, suffered a medical…

Judge quashes subpoenas against MWA board members

The judge heard arguments on the motions in December, and recently ruled in favor of quashing the subpoenas.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County Judge has ruled against District Attorney Anita Howard involving potential violations within the Macon Water Authority. In a Facebook post on Friday, District Attorney Howard says she opened an investigation in October, when Macon Water Authority Chairman Sam Hart Sr. had concerns of potential violations by four elected board members. Howard then asked…

Cold air hangs around for Saturday before a big warm up into next week

Clear skies overnight will hold over into Saturday, allowing us to warm into the 50s. Warm weather returns Sunday ahead of 80s next week.

Now that the rain has moved out of Georgia, we are seeing a cold and breezy evening. Overnight, low temps will fall into the low 30s, with wind chills in the 20s. Clear skies overnight will hold over into Saturday, allowing us to warm into the 50s. Saturday evening will be a bit warmer than tonight, with lows in the…

Coca-Cola investing $85 million in Macon warehouse expansion, creating 50 new jobs

Coca-Cola broke ground on an $85 million investment in Macon on Friday, announcing an expansion of its warehouse that will provide more jobs for the local community.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Coca-Cola broke ground on an $85 million investment in Macon on Friday, announcing an expansion of its warehouse that will provide more jobs for the local community. The expansion will add 260,000 square feet to the Macon facility, and the company plans to create 50 new jobs for Macon-Bibb County. Sales manager Eddie Cummins spoke about…

Students craft crosses for old African-American cemetery in Dublin

Cross the Creek Cemetery in Dublin was established in 1906.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Students at Dublin High School are doing their part to help restore an old African American cemetery. Cross the Creek Cemetery  in Dublin was established in 1906. The City of Dublin says more than a thousand bodies are buried there. The city stopped using the cemetery in 1965 due to a lack of space. “When I…

Ask Angi: Protecting your roof

Porter Roofing explains how to keep your roof in top condition

Your roof is the first line of defense when protecting your home from storms and extreme temperatures. According to Ben Palmer from Porter Roofing, preventative care is ideal. Regular maintenance allows you to catch small problems before they become larger issues. As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Replacing your roof is a…