GCSU receives national recognition for GC Journeys program

Georgia College & State University is celebrating national recognition for its program to prepare students for academic success and beyond.

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia College & State University is celebrating national recognition for its program to prepare students for academic success and beyond. GCSU is this year’s recipient of the Excellence and Innovation Award from The American Association of State Colleges and Universities. The school was selected for its GC Journeys program that provides all students with experiences to…

Taylor Fritz wins 6th ATP Tour title as he captures the 2023 Atlanta Open

"I don't think I could have handled another loss in the finals so it is really good to kind of get the job done."

ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Amidst the scorching heat and humidity, the 2023 Atlanta Open at Atlantic Station in Downtown Atlanta witnessed Taylor Fritz, the top-seeded American in the world and overall tournament favorite, triumphantly clinch his first title in the A. “I have played this tournament like, I want to say, six times, five or six times. And you know,…

Hot weather returns Tuesday with cooler temps on the way this week

Tuesday will be warming to the 90s across Middle Georgia. While most of us stay dry, a few showers and storms are possible.

A weak front has been moving through the south, bringing some dry air and cooler temps. Overnight we will see a few showers possible, but dry conditions settle in for the morning. Lows will fall into the low 70s with clear skies to start Tuesday. Tuesday afternoon we will see another hot day with highs in the mid-90s. A few…

Warner Robins city employees to receive salary increase, lowest earners get 35% hike

City employees in Warner Robins are set for a significant salary boost as the city introduces a new pay scale that increases the lowest wages by 35%, officials announced Monday.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – City employees in Warner Robins are set for a significant salary boost as the city introduces a new pay scale that increases the lowest wages by 35%, officials announced Monday. Mayor LaRhonda Patrick unveiled the salary increment during a council meeting at Southside Baptist Church on Monday. The average starting wage will increase to $15…

Warner Robins school speed cameras going live this Wednesday

As students in Warner Robins prepare to return to school, the city has announced the end of the warning period for speed cameras in school zones.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As students in Warner Robins prepare to return to school, the city has announced the end of the warning period for speed cameras in school zones. The goal, according to city leaders, is to ensure student safety throughout the school year. Starting August 2, speed cameras will become operational at several schools, including Warner Robins…

Macon Regional Crimestoppers sees success with ‘Top 15 Most Wanted’

There are currently four remaining Top 15 Most Wanted suspects.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers is celebrating the success of its Top 15 Most Wanted program. The Top 15 Most Wanted fugitives are wanted for charges ranging from conspiracy to commit murder to aggravated assault and kidnapping. Crimestoppers provides automatic rewards of $1,000 minimum payout on the Top 15 Fugitive List. And there is up to $2,000 for…

Companies donate school supplies, uniforms to kids at Brookdale Resource Center

The United Way of Central Georgia's corporate sponsors donated money, backpacks, school uniforms and supplies during the Backpacks for Brookdale supply drive.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Families at the Brookdale Resource Center in Macon are getting a helping hand with their back to school needs thanks to the “Backpacks for Brookdale” supply drive. The drive, held between July 24 and 28, was made possible via donations from the United Way of Central Georgia’s corporate sponsors. Companies that donated money, backpacks, school uniforms…

Wesleyan College learning specialist offers tips for students starting college

Navigating the leap from high school to college can often be daunting for incoming freshmen. As they encounter hurdles, it's crucial for students to be aware of available support resources.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Navigating the leap from high school to college can often be daunting for incoming freshmen. As they encounter hurdles, it’s crucial for students to be aware of available support resources. “Here you’ll learn to be your own person, and you’ve gotta be responsible and be willing to grow up,” said Isabella Argudin, a first year student…

Winners announced for first-ever Great Macon Baking Week

The competition included 16 local bakeries and restaurants competing for the title of Macon’s Star Baker

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Visit Macon has announced the winners of the first-ever Great Macon Baking Week challenge. The competition included 16 local bakeries and restaurants competing for the title of Macon’s Star Baker. The winners are: First Place: Layer’s Signature White Velvet Cake Second place: Loom’s Mini Cheesecakes Trio Third place: Dawson’s Kitchen Wedding Cookies “It has been a…

BCSO investigates Circle K robbery

Photo Credit to Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s office is investigating a weekend robbery. It happened around 2:00 Saturday morning at the Circle K located at 6205 Zebulon Road. Deputies say a man jumped over the counter, demanded money from the cashier and ran away with the cash. He was last seen wearing dark…

Spotlight: Ballkids at the Atlanta Open

"It's not easy what we're doing out here. It's 120 degrees on the court during the day. It's hard work."

ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Every professional tennis match has three main components: the athletes, the umpires, and sometimes the most forgotten piece, the ballkids. “It’s not easy what we’re doing out here. It’s 120 degrees on the court during the day.  It’s hard work,” said Marshall Dunaway, a six-time ballkid at the Atlanta Open. “You know, people can miss us…

Clouds and scattered storms keep temps cooler Saturday

Clouds will be sticking around into Saturday morning, limiting our highs to the mid 90s. Scattered showers return for the weekend.

A small surface low has been pushing rain and clouds into the area today, keeping us in the mid-90s this afternoon. Clouds will hang around overnight, keeping lows mainly in the mid and upper 70s. Saturday will start with mostly cloudy skies and scattered showers. By the afternoon, some of the cloud cover will clear and we will be warming…

Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day this Saturday

Buffalo's Cafe in Macon stopped by 41Today to share their wing specials and wing saucing tips.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Saturday July 29th is National Chicken Wing Day. It is a day to celebrate the popular snack and appetizer. Buffalo’s Cafe in Macon stopped by 41Today to share their $1.00 wing special for Saturday. General manager Ben Peterman also shared some saucing tips for your wings at home. According to holidayinsights.com, the original Buffalo Chicken Wing…

Coach’s Corner: Anthony Williams – Rutland Hurricanes

Coach Anthony Williams of Rutland sits down with 41NBC's Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season.

Coach Anthony Williams of Rutland sits down with 41NBC’s Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season. Tags: high school football, Hurricanes, Rutland

Forrest B. Johnson & Associates hosting ‘Back 2 School Bash’ in Macon on Saturday with free supplies, family fun

Local law firm Forrest B. Johnson & Associates, in partnership with Coca-Cola and Walmart, is doing its part to make sure students in Middle Georgia are ready for the upcoming school year by hosting a "Back 2 School Bash" this Saturday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Local law firm Forrest B. Johnson & Associates, in partnership with Coca-Cola and Walmart, is doing its part to make sure students in Middle Georgia are ready for the upcoming school year by hosting a “Back 2 School Bash” this Saturday. The event, scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Buck…

100% of sales from Dairy Queen of Gray donated to local hospital for Miracle Treat Day

The money raised from Miracle Treat Day is used to help fund patient treatments, health services and pediatric medical equipment at The Atrium Health Navicent Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital.

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dairy Queen partnered with the Children’s Miracle Network for its 19th annual Miracle Treat Day on Thursday. When you buy a Blizzard on Miracle Treat Day, at least $1 of your purchase will be donated locally to a local children’s hospital. Director of the Children’s Miracle Network at Atrium Health Navicent, Renee Bryan, says Miracle Treat…

The Great Macon Baking Week: Kinjo’s Black Sesame Snickers Cheesecake

As the Great Macon Baking Week competition nears its end, 41NBC's Drake Rozelle ventured into Kinjo Kitchen and Cocktails in downtown Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As the Great Macon Baking Week competition nears its end, 41NBC’s Drake Rozelle ventured into Kinjo Kitchen and Cocktails in downtown Macon. The eatery, known for its Asian inspired soul food with a pinch of southern flair, has entered a unique creation into the baking competition: a Black Sesame Snickers Cheesecake. Crafted by owner Chelsea Hughes,…

Forsyth man sentenced to 35 years for possession of child porn

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Forsyth man is sentenced to 35 years in prison for possession of child sexual abuse material. The investigation into 35-year-old Kenneth Queen led authorities to find he was unlawfully tattooing children and that he owned this illegal material. Queen was previously convicted of sexual battery against a child and child molestation in Madison County in…

“School’s Open, Drive Carefully” reminds drivers to obey the law for children’s safety

Drivers are encouraged to eliminate distractions, obey the posted speed limit, wear a seat belt and always drive sober.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It’s time for kids to go back to school, and that means school buses will be back on the road. That’s why local and state agencies are reminding drivers to be alert and obey the law in school zones and bus stops. “We all need to understand that what’s most important is protecting our children, and…

Man barricades himself in camper, has shootout with police

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation Special Operations Unit/Bomb Disposal Unit also responded to the scene.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is in the hospital being evaluated after a shootout with law enforcement Tuesday night in Warner Robins. The Houston County Sheriff’s Office says it received a call just before 8 p.m. about a man, identified as 41-year-old Jacob Bailey, making threatening/suicidal statements to his family members, a friend and law enforcement. When deputies…

Intense heat continues Thursday with a few pop up storms

High temperatures will stay in the upper 90s Thursday as humidity begins to increase. Isolated showers and storms will be possible again.

Wednesday continued our pattern of hot days with just a few showers and storms popping up. A few showers are lingering tonight, but most of us will be staying dry after midnight. Tomorrow will bring a similar forecast with sunshine and highs in the upper 90s. A Bermuda high pressure will push more easterly winds into the area, bringing an…

Peach County Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation closing, looking for homes for 34 dogs

Founder Tammy Fairchild says she made the difficult decision to close the rescue facility because it became financially unmanageable.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Peach County Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation is set to close its doors at the end of July and needs help finding homes for 34 rescue dogs. Since 2009, Peach County Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation has served as the only form of animal control in the county. The rescue nonprofit provided training for stray and abandoned…