Middle Georgia Regional Library encourages more library card sign-ups during September

Middle Georgia residents are urged to sign up for free library cards this September as the Middle Georgia Regional Library joins the nationwide push during National Library Card Sign-Up Month.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Middle Georgia residents are urged to sign up for free library cards this September as the Middle Georgia Regional Library joins the nationwide push during National Library Card Sign-Up Month. The campaign aims to increase student literacy and provide community members with access to resources including computers, educational programs, audiobooks and streaming services. “Just reading a…

‘PAW Patrol Live!’ makes its way to Macon this weekend

Join Ryder and his team of pups as they embark on a pirate-themed adventure.

Paw Patrol LiveMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure” is making it’s way to the Macon Coliseum this weekend. Guests will see Ryder and his team of pups embark on a pirate-themed adventure to uncover hidden treasure through music, puzzles and clues. The show is geared toward kids ages two to six, but show organizer say…

Fire Starters Film Festival to highlight history, culture of Muscogee (Creek) people

Preparations are underway at the Grand Opera House in Macon for the first ever Fire Starters film festival, which starts on Thursday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Preparations are underway at the Grand Opera House in Macon for the first ever Fire Starters film festival, which starts on Thursday. The festival, part of the Macon 200 Bicentennial Celebration and Ocmulgee Indigenous Celebration, will feature five films including documentaries, narrative films, shorts and feature pieces–all by indigenous filmmakers. According to Director of Advocacy for…

Cold front moves through this week bringing storms, cooler temps

A cold front will be moving through Middle Georgia this week. Ahead of the front, showers, and storms are possible. Temps cool off late this week.

It has been a hot day across Middle Georgia, but scattered storms in the area have helped to cool us a bit. Tomorrow a cold front will approach the area bringing another round of scattered storms. Highs will be warming to the upper 80s and low 90s through early afternoon. A few storms could be strong, but widespread severe storms…

UPDATE: 3 in custody in connection with shooting that left Dublin man dead, 3 others injured

Three people are now in custody in connection with the shooting death of Richard Collins, according to a Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) news release.

UPDATE (9/12):  Three people are now in custody in connection with the shooting death of Richard Collins, according to a Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) news release. 32-year-old Roshoun Jenkins of Dublin is charged with felony murder and four counts of aggravated assault. Jenkins was arrested on Monday. 32-year-old Ira Dale Munn of Dublin is charged with felony murder, armed…

Bibb County deputy helps capture wanted man

According to the Sheriff's Office, 30-year-old Antonio Dwayne Perkins ran from Georgia State Patrol during a traffic stop on Eisenhower Parkway.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputy recently help capture a convicted felon. According to the Sheriff’s Office, 30-year-old Antonio Dwayne Perkins ran from Georgia State Patrol during a traffic stop on Eisenhower Parkway. They say he ran into the Anthony Homes area, but was found shortly after hiding in the back of a Chevrolet Camaro on…

Two men arrested after pointing laser at GSP helicopter, prompting chase

They say the laser caused the pilot to make a sudden change to the flight path.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —Two men were recently taken into custody after leading multiple law enforcement agencies on a chase. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, Darrell Winn and another man pointed a laser at a Georgia State Patrol helicopter in which a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputy was onboard during a special operation. They say the laser caused the…

Bold scammer targets Jones County Sheriff’s Office amid rising scam reports

Scammers claim to be anything from a utility or software company, to a doctor’s office or financial institution. If a call seems suspicious, it's likely a scam.

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Scams are getting more sophisticated, and anybody can fall victim to one. With a recent increase in reports of phone, text and email scams, the Jones County Sheriff’s Office wants residents to be on guard. What started out as a normal phone call raised suspicion for Chief Deputy Sheriff Earl Humphries at the Jones County Sheriff’s…

Macon residents prepare for disaster with Emergency Shelter Training Program

A partnership between Macon-Bibb County Emergency Management Agency and the American Red Cross of Georgia aims to equip local residents with essential skills for emergency shelter volunteering.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A partnership between Macon-Bibb County Emergency Management Agency and the American Red Cross of Georgia aims to equip local residents with essential skills for emergency shelter volunteering. The first training class was held on Tuesday, with another set for Wednesday, September 20 at 5 p.m. in the Commission Chambers at Macon City Hall. Kathryn Brown, a…

Visit Macon now offers Spanish-speaking tour for visitors and residents

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Visit Macon now offers Spanish-speaking tour of its “Soul Sights” van tour. Tour guide Jenny Howell wants to reach the growing population of Macon’s existing Spanish speaking community. She says the 1-hour tour will give visitors an insight to Macon’s rich history, and hopes to offer the need for Spanish-speaking visitors and members of Macon’s Latino…

Middle Georgia Regional Library celebrates summer reading goal

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Middle Georgia Regional Library is celebrating its goal of breaking the summer reading record. The library set a goal of 2 million minutes of reading during the summer break,  and hit 2.3 million, beating last year. Director of the Middle Georgia Regional Library, Jennifer Lauzenheiser, says reading can help students be more successful during the…

Macon woman admits to orchestrating $3.5 million tax fraud, faces up to 13 years in prison

A Macon woman pleaded guilty on Monday to three counts of tax fraud involving more than $331,000 in false refunds and a scheme totaling more than $3.5 million, according to a news release from the United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Georgia.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon woman pleaded guilty on Monday to three counts of tax fraud involving more than $331,000 in false refunds and a scheme totaling more than $3.5 million, according to a news release from the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia. The plea was entered before U.S. District Judge Marc T. Treadwell….

Defense shines bright in Atlanta Falcons Season-Opener

The Atlanta Falcons defeated the Carolina Panthers 24-10 in Week One.

ATLANTA , Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Due to a strong defensive effort, the Atlanta Falcons opened their 2023 campaign with a 24-10 victory over divisional opponent, the Carolina Panthers. However, the big talk of the offseason for the Atlanta Falcons has been the rookie phenom Bijan Robinson, and coincidentally, he scored the Dirty Birds’ first points of the season with a sweet…

Big Brothers Big Sisters looking for mentors for its Sports Buddies Initiative

The six-month initiative includes activities once a month such as basketball, tennis and hiking, so kids can stay active and make connections with role models.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sports can be a great way to keep kids active, but they can also teach valuable lessons and build lifelong bonds. That’s why the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia is launching its Sports Buddies initiative in middle Georgia. According to Match Relationship Specialist, Sarah May, it can be especially difficult to find…

Macon’s First Presbyterian Day School honors 9/11 victims with chalk memorial

First Presbyterian Day School students used chalk and prayer to pay tribute to 9/11 victims, including a school alumnus who lost his life in the Pentagon attack, in a campus ceremony on Monday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — First Presbyterian Day School students used chalk and prayer to pay tribute to 9/11 victims, including a school alumnus who lost his life in the Pentagon attack, in a campus ceremony on Monday. Students were handed a list containing the names of individuals who lost their lives during the 9/11 attacks 22 years ago. Each student…

Wesleyan College returns to downtown Macon with new leadership lab

Wesleyan College officially opened its new Downtown Leadership Lab in Macon on Monday, signaling a $1 million investment into student leadership development and women-focused community programming.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Wesleyan College officially opened its new Downtown Leadership Lab in Macon on Monday, signaling a $1 million investment into student leadership development and women-focused community programming. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the start of the lab, which will serve as the home for Wesleyan’s CEO Leadership Institute. The facility aims to prepare students for leadership roles in…

Georgia Military College honors fallen heroes during 9/11 ceremony

Georgia Military College (GMC) held a solemn Patriot Day ceremony on Monday, featuring cannon fire to honor 9/11 victims and remarks from Georgia Governor Brian Kemp.

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia Military College (GMC) held a solemn Patriot Day ceremony on Monday, featuring cannon fire to honor 9/11 victims and remarks from Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. Students and faculty at GMC paid tribute to the victims of the September 11 attacks in 2001. Cannons were fired to coincide with the timing of the planes that crashed…

Crimestoppers highlights 2008 Warner Robins cold case

Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to share details on a 2008 Warner Robins cold case.

Crimestoppers: Suspect’s hatWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestopper’s Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to share details on a 2008 Warner Robins cold case. Crimestoppers is looking for the suspect who murdered Ronald Orlando Brown on August 8th, 2008. According to the Warner Robins Police, Brown was shot multiple times just after midnight at the Cedar Point Apartments on…

Lineman of the Week: Howard High School

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies power Lineman of the Week Willie Lumpkin and high school football lineman Jay’vaughn Dunn of Howard 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: Covenant hosts Windsor in our Game of the Week

The Covenant Rams (2-1) beat Peachtree Academy last week, 32-10. The Windsor Knights ( 2-1) beat Covenant 51-8 last season.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Covenant Rams welcomed the Windsor Knights for our Game of the Week on The End Zone. The Rams (2-1) beat Peachtree Academy last week, 32-10. The Knights ( 2-1) beat Covenant 51-8 last season. Shaaz Peerani has the highlights from Covenant Stadium. Categories: End Zone, Game of the Week, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Covenant Rams,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Westside battles Rutland

The Westside Seminoles (3-0) beat Rutland 51-7 last year. The Rutland Hurricanes (1-1) had never beaten Westside since the series began in 2010.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Westside Seminoles and the Rutland Hurricanes played at Ed DeFore Sports Complex in week 4. The Westside Seminoles (3-0) were averaging 39 points per game this year and beat Rutland 51-7 last year. The Hurricanes (1-1) had never beaten Westside since the series began in 2010. Check out the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Peach County visits Jones County

The Jones County Greyhounds (1-2) lost to Perry last week and had allowed 35 points per game this sesaon. The Peach County Trojans (0-2) lost to Northside and Baldwin to start the season.

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peach County Trojans went on the road to take on the Jones County Greyhounds in Week 4. The Jones County Greyhounds (1-2) lost to Perry last week and had allowed 35 points per game this season. The Peach County Trojans (0-2) lost to Northside and Baldwin to start the season. Tucker Sargent has the highlights…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Mary Persons hosts Haralson County

The Mary Persons Bulldogs (2-1) were ranked 10th in AAA by the Atlanta Journal Constitution. The Haralson County Rebelss (0-2) lost to Mary Persons last year, 38-17.

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mary Persons Bulldogs welcomed the Haralson County Rebels to Dan Pitts Stadium at Mitchell Field on Friday. The Mary Persons Bulldogs (2-1) were ranked 10th in AAA by the Atlanta Journal Constitution. The Rebels (0-2) lost to Mary Persons last year, 38-17. Bill Shanks has the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Stratford welcomes Brookwood

The Stratford Eagles (2-0) were averaging 46 points per game this season. The Brookwood Warriors (2-1) lost to Stratford last year, 42-20.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Stratford Eagles hosted the Brookwood Warriors at Eagle Field on Friday night. The Stratford Eagles (2-0) were averaging 46 points per game this season. The Brookwood Warriors (2-1) lost to Stratford last year, 42-20. Bill Shanks has the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Brookwood Warriors, eagle field, high school football,…