Annual Football Media Day Highlights New Coaches And Strong Tradition In Bibb County Athletics
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Annual Football Media Day Highlights New Coaches and Strong Tradition in Bibb County Athletics

"I think this is the best set of coaches, as a whole, in Macon, ever."
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With the high school football season just around the corner, Bibb County Athletics hosted its annual football media day at the Bibb County Professional Learning Center. Macon welcomes two new head coaches this season: Jarrett Laws, who is taking over the program at Central High School, and Anthony Williams, who is taking over at Rutland High…

Jones County High School Hosts First Fall Media Day
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Jones County High School Hosts First Fall Media Day

"I want this to be run like a college program from the top down."
Shaaz Peerani,

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Under the reign of new athletic director Chad Alligood, Jones County High School kicked off its first fall sports media day, giving teams an exciting sneak peek into their upcoming seasons. After taking over in the spring of 2023, Alligood wasted no time revamping the Greyhounds athletic department as he garnered about $1 million from the…

North Central Health District
Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News

North Central Health District urges families to catch up on immunizations

It’s back to school season, and that means making sure your kids are up to date on their immunizations.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It’s back to school season, and that means making sure your kids are up to date on their immunizations. Students returning to school must have a completed 3231 Form from the Department of Public Health on file as proof of vaccinations. New students must have a 3300 Form as proof of eye, ear, dental and nutrition…

Macon Black Pages
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Kaviar Beauty Bar shines as success story of Black entrepreneurship in downtown Macon

Access to capital has historically been a roadblack for Black entrepreneurs - but new programs and organizations create more opportunities for Black business.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)  – August is National Black Business Month, and there are now more resources than ever for Black entrepreneurs to thrive in Middle Georgia. For more than 30 years, the Macon Black Pages has served as a directory to promote Black-owned businesses in Middle Georgia. According to Black Pages Publisher, Alex Habersham, one of the biggest challenges for…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Consignment sale for parents comes to Perry this week

Purchasing clothing for children is expensive for a lot parents, but a local organization is looking to provide a more economical option this week.
Dejon Campbell,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Purchasing clothing for children is expensive for a lot parents, but a local organization is looking to provide a more economical option this week. The Tykes, Tots, & Teens consignment events have served as an outlet for parents to purchase clothing, toys, books, baby equipment and games at a fraction of the retail cost. As the…

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

District attorneys suing Georgia in effort to overturn new state law

Four district attorneys in Georgia, including Jonathan Adams of the Towaliga Judicial Circuit, are suing the state, challenging Senate Bill 92.
Edward Smart,

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four district attorneys in Georgia, including Jonathan Adams of the Towaliga Judicial Circuit, are suing the state, challenging Senate Bill 92. The attorneys say the bill gives a state panel power to remove them from office. “I am not going to stand idly by as rogue or incompetent prosecutors refuse to uphold the law,” Kemp…

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Local News, Weather

More heat and storms on the way Tuesday

Another round of potentially strong storms is on the way Tuesday afternoon. Damaging wind gusts will be the main hazards.
Cecilia Reeves,

It has been a stormy afternoon in Middle Georgia, but thankfully storms have helped to cool us down from the upper 90s. Tomorrow will bring another round of strong and severe storms to the area. The Storm Prediction Center has most of Middle Georgia in a level 2 (of 5) severe threat. Main impacts will be damaging wind gusts, heavy…

Bicentennial Commission Requesting Art To Display At New Park
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bicentennial Commission requesting art to display at new park

A new park, named Bicentennial Park, will be built in East Macon near the Mill Hill Community Center, and it aims to showcase public art that reflects Macon's 200-year history.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new park, named Bicentennial Park, will be built in East Macon near the Mill Hill Community Center, and it aims to showcase public art that reflects Macon’s 200-year history. The Bicentennial Commission announced the project is open to all artists ages 18 and up with art that highlights Macon’s past. “It really has several layers…

Playground
Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News, Medical

Help Middle Georgia children by eating at Panda Express Aug. 8

25% of pretax sales from food purchases will benefit families receiving care at Atrium Health Navicent Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)  – On Tuesday, August 8th, customers can visit any of the three Middle Georgia Panda Express locations and help children receiving care at Atrium Health Navicent Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital. Tuesday is Panda Cares Day. And 25 percent of pre-tax sales from food purchased at Panda Express will benefit Atrium Health Navicent Beverly Knight Olson Children’s…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb files suit against Green Meadows Townhomes

According to Macon-Bibb County, Green Meadows violated ordinances related to the safety and condition of its apartment buildings.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County has filed a suit in Superior Court against the owners, agents, and corporations of Green Meadows Townhomes. Macon-Bibb County says the suit stems from the amount of criminal activity, emergency calls and other reports at the Hollingsworth Road complex. “Our community has said loud and clear that public safety is its top priority, and…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Tucker Road experiences closures this week for repairs

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Tucker Road will be experiencing some closures this week. The Macon water authority will be on site repairing a 24-inch storm drainpipe at 2099 Tucker Road. In a graphic posted by the Bibb county sheriff’s office, maps show the street will be closed starting Monday night from 7 p.m. to Tuesday morning at 6 a.m. Tucker…

Yoshonda Patterson
Featured, Jones County, Local News

Woman charged in hit-and-run incident

A Sergeant with the Jones County Sheriff's Office says Yoshonda Patterson hit a person walking along Highway 49, but returned to the scene to see if she hit anything.
Clayton Poulnott,

JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman in Jones County faces charges after the Jones County Sheriff’s Office says she was involved in a hit-and-run. It happened on July 31 on Highway 49 near Pamela Drive. A Sergeant with the Jones County Sheriff’s Office says Yoshonda Patterson hit a person walking along Highway 49, but returned to the scene to…

Xanax Twins
Featured, Local News, Twiggs County

Two women face 53 charges in prescription drug investigation

On July 21, The Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation into illegally obtained Xanax.
Clayton Poulnott,

TWIGGS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two women face a total of 53 charges, accused of illegally obtaining a prescription drug from pharmacies throughout Middle Georgia. On July 21, the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation into illegally obtained Xanax. The investigation revealed Christy Parsons was using stolen information from a doctor, a nurse practitioner and several others to obtain…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Staying hot and humid this weekend with scattered storms

Highs will be warming into the mid-90s this weekend with high humidity and rain chances increasing through the weekend.
Cecilia Reeves,

We have been dealing with rain and storms for most of the day, but tonight we are seeing just a few isolated showers. By Saturday we will start the day with partly to mostly cloudy skies, clearing for the afternoon. This will allow highs to warm into the mid-90s, with high humidity as well. A few pop up storms will…

Dog Bites
Featured, Local News, Twiggs County

Study: Sunny days linked to increase in dog bites

A new study from Harvard Medical School and Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital shows sunny days bring an increase in reported dog bites. That’s why Dysfunction Junction animal rescue in Twiggs County is offering tips on how to avoid being bitten and what to do if you are.
Andrew Willis,

JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new study from Harvard Medical School and Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital shows sunny days bring an increase in reported dog bites. That’s why Dysfunction Junction animal rescue in Twiggs County is offering tips on how to avoid being bitten and what to do if you are. Rescue founder and CEO Joanna Tedder says if you are…

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Featured, Local News, Washington County

UPDATE: Passenger injured in Washington County plane crash dies

Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran confirmed 69-year-old Timothy Fiser passed away on Thursday.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (8/4) – One of the two men involved in the plane crash earlier this week in Washington County has died. Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran confirmed 69-year-old Timothy Fiser died on Thursday from the injures he sustained in the accident. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ UPDATE (4 p.m.) – We now know the names of the two people on board an airplane that crashed…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Investigators need help identifying suspects in Macon robbery

The incident happened around 12:30 Thursday afternoon.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Thursday afternoon armed robbery. It happened around 12:30 p.m. at the Circle K located at 2580 Riverside Drive. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, a man with a gun entered the store and demanded money from the register. After taking an undisclosed amount of cash, he left…

Jim Hickman Way
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Portion of Millerfield Road renamed ‘Jim Hickman Way’ in golfer’s honor

A professional golfer, teacher and father was honored Friday by friends and family for his contributions to the Macon community.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A professional golfer, teacher and father was honored Friday by friends and family for his contributions to the Macon community. City leaders gathered at Bowden Golf Club to dedicate a portion of Millerfield Road in Jim Hickman’s name. Hickman helped start several golf tournaments for charity. He also managed both River North and Bowden golf courses…

Bs Report: August 4th Building Up The Bullpen
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BS Report: August 4th – Building up the Bullpen

41NBC's Bill Shanks explains if the Braves made the right moves to win a World Series for the second time in three years.
David Tufts,

41NBC’s Bill Shanks explains if the Braves made the right moves to win a World Series for the second time in three years. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, MLB, nl east

Tech Report: Threads User Count Falls
Business, Featured, Tech Report, Technology

Tech Report: Threads user count falls

Haley Janes,

Threads, Meta’s Twitter rival, is struggling to retain users roughly a month after its highly publicized launch. Meanwhile, Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses are failing to catch on. Biotricity is expanding its AI technology development in remote cardiac care. Google is making it a lot easier to find and remove your contact information from its search results.   Categories: Business, Featured,…