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Big Brothers Big Sisters expanding mentorship services for Macon-Bibb

The nonprofit announced its partnership with the Randy Stephens Tennis Center, as well as its new Sports Buddies initiative to recruit more mentors.

September 14, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia is expanding its mentoring services in Macon-Bibb with a new sports initiative and partnership with a Macon recreational facility. The mentorship nonprofit made the announcement Thursday at the Randy Stephens Tennis Center, where kids can get professional tennis lessons with their mentors. The center will also…

Arrest made in connection to February murder case

The arrest is in connection to the death of 56-year-old Jeffery Giddens.

September 14, 2023

Shelby Coates,

Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office made an arrest in connection to a February murder investigation. Thursday morning deputies, along with the U.S. Marshals Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force, arrested 31-year-old Clark Lavon Anthony, in connection with the death of 56-year-old Jeffery Giddens. On February 19th, Giddens died at the hospital from an injury…

BCSO investigating armed robbery at Tom’s Mart

The robbery happened just after 10:00a.m. Thursday.

September 14, 2023

Finn Balfour,

Tall male suspect wearing black clothes and mask in armed robbery inside Tom’s Mart.Tall male suspect wearing black clothes and mask in armed robbery inside Tom’s Mart.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a commercial armed robbery. The BSCO says Tom’s Mart at 3010 Houston Avenue was robbed just after 10 a.m. Thursday. It’s reported that…

Safe Driving Summit teaches students the dangers of distracted driving

Students heard from law enforcement, driving instructors and healthcare professionals about how driving distracted or impaired impacts everyone on the road.

September 13, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Learning how to drive is a rite of passage for many teenagers, but it’s important for first time drivers to be aware of the risks before getting behind the wheel. Driving distracted or impaired can have deadly consequences. According to Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) spokeswoman Natalie Dale, there were more than 1,200 fatalities on Georgia…

NewTown Macon receives $1 million grant for bike, pedestrian trail linking Pleasant Hill to downtown

NewTown Macon has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Knight Foundation to build a bike and pedestrian trail aimed at connecting the historic Pleasant Hill neighborhood to downtown Macon.

September 13, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — NewTown Macon has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Knight Foundation to build a bike and pedestrian trail aimed at connecting the historic Pleasant Hill neighborhood to downtown Macon. Construction on the one-mile trail, which will be built along Walnut Street, is expected to begin within six months. NewTown Macon hopes the trail will…

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.

September 13, 2023

Edward Smart,

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.

September 13, 2023

Shelby Coates,

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.

September 13, 2023

Andrew Willis,

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.

September 12, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

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.

September 12, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

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.

September 12, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

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.

September 12, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

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.

September 12, 2023

Andrew Willis,

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.

September 12, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

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

September 12, 2023

Edward Smart,

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

September 12, 2023

Edward Smart,

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.

September 12, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

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.

September 11, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

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.

September 11, 2023

Andrew Willis,

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.

September 11, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

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.

September 11, 2023

Edward Smart,

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.

September 11, 2023

Edward Smart,

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.

September 11, 2023

Shelby Coates,

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

September 9, 2023

David Tufts,

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 nonprofit announced its partnership with the Randy Stephens Tennis Center, as well as its new Sports Buddies initiative to recruit more mentors.

The arrest is in connection to the death of 56-year-old Jeffery Giddens.

The robbery happened just after 10:00a.m. Thursday.

Students heard from law enforcement, driving instructors and healthcare professionals about how driving distracted or impaired impacts everyone on the road.

NewTown Macon has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Knight Foundation to build a bike and pedestrian trail aimed at connecting the historic Pleasant Hill neighborhood to downtown Macon.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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