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Macon-Bibb Fire Department working 5th Street fire in downtown Macon

Fire chief Shane Edwards tells 41NBC the building at 720 5th Street caught fire around 7:30.

December 7, 2023

Haley Janes,

UPDATE: A structure fire was spotted in downtown Macon early Thursday. Fire chief Shane Edwards tells 41NBC the building at 720 5th Street caught fire around 7:30. There’s no word yet on what started the fire. “It appears the building is vacant at this time, and we don’t have any information on the cause or determination of the fire cause…

How to check if a toy is safe to give to a child this holiday season

If you plan on buying gifts for small children, it's important to be mindful of toys with hazardous parts.

December 6, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With Christmas less than three weeks away, Santa’s elves are hard at work making all the toys on your child’s wish list, but if you plan on buying toys from the store, there are some safety guidelines you should know. Amid the festive cheer, parents are urged to prioritize child safety by choosing age-appropriate Christmas toys,…

Atrium Health Navicent to implement seasonal visitor restrictions, mask policies on Thursday

Atrium Health Navicent announced Wednesday it will implement seasonal temporary visitor restrictions and masking policies at its locations due to a recent increase in respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, flu and RSV.

December 6, 2023

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent announced Wednesday it will implement seasonal temporary visitor restrictions and masking policies at its locations due to a recent increase in respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, flu and RSV. Starting Thursday, December 7 at 7 a.m.., visitors 12 and younger will not be allowed to visit patients in any system hospitals and inpatient rehabilitation…

Flyer announcing Bear Burgers' opening in Macon, January 2024

Nu-Way Weiners to close at Mercer Village, Bear Burgers set to open

A dining shift: From classic hot dogs to innovative burgers

December 6, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Opening soon: A Bear Burgers flyer, posted on social media, highlights the new restaurant opening in January 2024 in Macon.The flyer from Bear Burgers reveals the restaurant’s January 2024 opening at the former Nu-Way Weiners location in Mercer Village, promising a unique dining experience with a mix of burgers and breakfast options.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Nu-Way Weiners will close its…

Lots of sunshine

December 6, 2023

Chris Denmark,

Good Wednesday morning we saw out the door temperatures in the low to mid 40s with clear skies. Today we will warm up to the mid and upper 50s with a northwest wind at 10-15 mph with gust up to 20-25 mph. We will also see tons of sunshine today across Middle Georgia. Overnight we will cool down pretty quickly…

CDC urges flu vaccinations as Georgia faces rising influenza, RSV cases

"RSV season is usually from October to about March, and this is the peak of it. It peaks almost every year, and the hospital is full of children with RSV struggling to breathe or on oxygen," Dr. Christy Peterson said.

December 5, 2023

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It’s National Influenza Vaccination Week, and as flu cases continue to rise across Georgia, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging people to get vaccinated. According to the CDC, Georgia is currently experiencing a high level of respiratory viruses, including the flu and RSV. “Right now we’re sitting at a high level of…

2 dead in Jones County crash involving log truck and sedan

The crash resulted in traffic delays Tuesday night.

December 5, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people are dead after a crash involving a sedan and a log truck Tuesday night in Jones County. It happened around 6 p.m. on Gray Highway near Homer Roberts Road. The Jones County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post at 6:14 p.m. that one lane on each side of the highway was shut…

Superintendent Dr. Fred Williams thanks Dublin City School District for his success

Dr. Williams says winning the title of 2024 Georgia Superintendent of the Year is a reflection of support from the community and the hard work of everyone in the district.

December 5, 2023

Andrew Willis,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dublin City School District is celebrating the announcement last week of its superintendent as the 2024 Georgia Superintendent of the Year. Dr. Fred Williams has worked for the Dublin City School District for 30 years and has been superintendent since 2015. He says earning the title of 2024 Georgia Superintendent of the Year is a…

Train, dump truck collision in Monroe County results in injuries

A Monroe County Sheriff's Office news release says it happened around 8:30 a.m. on Highway 41 South near Wadley Road.

December 5, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three people were hospitalized after a collision between a train and a dump truck Tuesday morning. A Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release says it happened around 8:30 a.m. on Highway 41 South near Wadley Road. “The accident was a result of a collision between a train from the rock quarry and a dump truck,”…

UPDATE: Arrangements announced for former Macon-Bibb EMA Director Johnny Wingers

Johnny Wingers, the former long-serving Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director for Macon-Bibb County, died Monday at the age of 84, according to Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones.

December 5, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Johnny Wingers (Photo: dignitymemorials.com)UPDATE (12/5): A graveside service honoring Johnny Wingers’ life and service will be held with full military honors on Friday, December 8 at 1 p.m. at Snow’s at Macon Memorial Park Funeral Home, with Dr. Rick Lanford officiating. Wingers died Monday at the age of 84. The community will have the opportunity to pay their respects during…

Nice day today

December 5, 2023

Chris Denmark,

Another cold morning across Middle Georgia with temperatures in the upper 30s to low 40s across the area with a few upper clouds. Today we will warm up into the low 60s with mostly sunny skies. Overnight tonight we only reach the low 40s with mostly clear skies. On Wednesday a passing cold front will cause breezy conditions with gust…

Middle Georgia man sentenced to 60 years after pleading guilty to multiple counts of child molestation

62-year-old Michael Elsasser pleaded guilty on Friday, December 1 in Crawford County Superior Court to three counts of child molestation ahead of a trial that was scheduled to begin on Monday involving allegations of a pattern of abuse spanning several years, multiple victims and multiple jurisdictions.

December 4, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

CRAWFORD COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Middle Georgia man was sentenced to 60 years last week—with the first 50 to be spent in prison—after pleading guilty to multiple counts of child molestation. A Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office news release says 62-year-old Michael Elsasser pleaded guilty on Friday, December 1 in Crawford County Superior Court to three counts of…

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Dublin VA to host women veterans health forum and claims clinic on Thursday

The event, set to begin at 4:30 p.m. in the medical center’s auditorium (on the second floor of Building 2), aims to raise awareness of the various programs and services available to women veterans.

December 4, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In an effort to address the healthcare needs of female veterans, the Dublin VA Medical Center is set to host a Women Veterans Public Health Forum and Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) claims clinic on Thursday, December 7. The event, set to begin at 4:30 p.m. in the medical center’s auditorium (on the second floor of Building…

UPDATE: Deputy coroner identifies person killed in Sunday night shooting in Dublin

One person is dead and five others are injured after separate weekend shootings in Dublin.

December 4, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (12/4 – 9 p.m.): Laurens County Deputy Coroner Nathan Stanley identified the person killed in a shooting outside Burger King Sunday night as 19-year-old Jeremiah Watkins of Dublin. Stanley says Watkins was taken to Fairview Park Hospital and was pronounced dead there at 10:18 p.m. Sunday. His body is being sent to the GBI Crime Lab in Atlanta for…

Middle Georgia peach farmers optimistic amid early cold, wet winter predictions

ocal peach farmers are feeling optimistic about the upcoming crop despite fluctuating weather conditions.

December 4, 2023

Fiona King,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Local peach farmers are feeling optimistic about the upcoming crop despite fluctuating weather conditions. Cold temperatures arrived early this year, which is giving the peach crop a big boost right now, but according to 41NBCs AccuWeather meteorologist Chris Denmark, the winter season is expected to be wet and mild. “We’re going to see overnight lows…

Federal prisoner Johnifer Barnwell pleads not guilty to escape charge

Johnifer Dernard Barnwell, known by aliases “Whoop” and “Malixe,” pleaded not guilty Monday to escaping the Bibb County Jail in October.

December 4, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Johnifer Barnwell (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Johnifer Dernard Barnwell, known by aliases “Whoop” and “Malixe,” pleaded not guilty Monday to escaping the Bibb County Jail in October. The 37-year-old Macon resident is facing charges related to his alleged escape on October 16, according to a news release from the U.S. District Attorney’s Office for the Middle District…

Macon marks Little Richard’s 91st birthday with 3-day celebration

Macon is celebrating what would have been the 91st birthday of its legendary son, Little Richard Penniman, with three days of events starting Monday, December 4.

December 4, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon is celebrating what would have been the 91st birthday of its legendary son, Little Richard Penniman, with three days of events starting Monday, December 4. Local businesses and cultural institutions are coming together to host activities for both residents and visitors. As part of the celebration, British author Jordan Bassett, known for his work with…

Turnpike Troubadours taking Macon Amphitheater stage in April 2024

The group will appear with the Red Clay Strays and Brent Cobb in a show presented by Moonhanger Group and Mammoth.

December 4, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Turnpike Troubadours are set to perform at the new Macon Amphitheater on April 27, 2024. The group will appear with the Red Clay Strays and Brent Cobb in a show presented by Moonhanger Group and Mammoth, according to a news release from OVG360, which oversees the Macon City Auditorium, Macon Centreplex and Macon Amphitheater. Tickets…

Mild conditions today

December 4, 2023

Chris Denmark,

This morning we saw areas of patchy fog with chilly temperatures in the 40s and low 50s and partly cloudy. This Afternoon we will warm up rather quickly into the upper 60s to low 70s with mostly sunny skies. Winds will be out of the west southwest at 10-15 mph with gust up 20-25 mph. Although temps will not be…

Lineman of the Week: Perry High School

December 1, 2023

David Tufts,

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the week Hunter Walton and high school football lineman Cashious Williams of Perry 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: Telfair County visits Manchester

The Trojans had beaten Macon County, Portal and Randolph-Clay in the playoffs to get to the semifinals. Telfair County had given up just 33 points in its playoff run.

December 1, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MANCHESTER, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Telfair County Trojans visited the Manchester Blue Devils for a spot in the GHSA A-Division II state championship game. The Trojans had beaten Macon County, Portal and Randolph-Clay in the playoffs to get to the semifinals. Telfair County had given up just 33 points in its playoff run. The Blue Devils were only allowing eight…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: John Milledge takes on Valwood in GIAA-AAA state title game

The Trojans were looking for their fifth straight title. John Milledge had won 62 games in a row.

December 1, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The John Milledge Trojans played the Valwood Valiants on Thursday night in the GIAA-AAA state championship game. The Trojans were looking for their fifth straight title. John Milledge had won 62 games in a row. Its last loss was on November 30, 2018 to Frederica in the championship game. John Milledge has beaten Valwood four times…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: FPD battles Brookstone in GIAA-AAAA title game

The Vikings beat Brookstone 46-28 in the second game of the regular season. FPD last won the state title in 1985 with Mark Farriba as head coach.

December 1, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The FPD Vikings took on the Brookstone Cougars at Mercer’s Five Star Stadium Friday for the GIAA-AAAA state championship. The Vikings beat Brookstone 46-28 in the second game of the regular season. FPD last won the state title in 1985 with Mark Farriba as head coach. The team has gone from 2-9 last season to the…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Perry travels to Starr’s Mill

Perry had outscored its opponents 76-37 in the playoffs. It's the first time since 1959 the team has been in the semifinals. They lost to Brooks County that season.

December 1, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

FAYETTEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —The Perry Panthers were on the road to take on the Starr’s Mill Panthers for a spot in the GHSA AAAA state championship. Perry had outscored its opponents 76-37 in the playoffs. It’s the first time since 1959 the team has been in the semifinals. They lost to Brooks County that season. This was the first time…

Fire chief Shane Edwards tells 41NBC the building at 720 5th Street caught fire around 7:30.

If you plan on buying gifts for small children, it's important to be mindful of toys with hazardous parts.

Atrium Health Navicent announced Wednesday it will implement seasonal temporary visitor restrictions and masking policies at its locations due to a recent increase in respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, flu and RSV.

A dining shift: From classic hot dogs to innovative burgers

"RSV season is usually from October to about March, and this is the peak of it. It peaks almost every year, and the hospital is full of children with RSV struggling to breathe or on oxygen," Dr. Christy Peterson said.

The crash resulted in traffic delays Tuesday night.

Dr. Williams says winning the title of 2024 Georgia Superintendent of the Year is a reflection of support from the community and the hard work of everyone in the district.

A Monroe County Sheriff's Office news release says it happened around 8:30 a.m. on Highway 41 South near Wadley Road.

Johnny Wingers, the former long-serving Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director for Macon-Bibb County, died Monday at the age of 84, according to Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones.

The event, set to begin at 4:30 p.m. in the medical center’s auditorium (on the second floor of Building 2), aims to raise awareness of the various programs and services available to women veterans.

One person is dead and five others are injured after separate weekend shootings in Dublin.

ocal peach farmers are feeling optimistic about the upcoming crop despite fluctuating weather conditions.

Johnifer Dernard Barnwell, known by aliases “Whoop” and “Malixe,” pleaded not guilty Monday to escaping the Bibb County Jail in October.

Macon is celebrating what would have been the 91st birthday of its legendary son, Little Richard Penniman, with three days of events starting Monday, December 4.

The group will appear with the Red Clay Strays and Brent Cobb in a show presented by Moonhanger Group and Mammoth.

The Trojans had beaten Macon County, Portal and Randolph-Clay in the playoffs to get to the semifinals. Telfair County had given up just 33 points in its playoff run.

The Trojans were looking for their fifth straight title. John Milledge had won 62 games in a row.

The Vikings beat Brookstone 46-28 in the second game of the regular season. FPD last won the state title in 1985 with Mark Farriba as head coach.

Perry had outscored its opponents 76-37 in the playoffs. It's the first time since 1959 the team has been in the semifinals. They lost to Brooks County that season.

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