Peach County Animal Rescue And Rehabilitation
Featured, Local News, Peach County

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.
Andrew Willis,

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…

Houston County Convocation
Education, Featured, Houston County, Local News

Houston County School District looking forward to continuous growth this school year

The Houston County School District celebrated its successes from the past year and welcomed future growth during the district's Convocation on Wednesday.
Andrew Willis,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County School District celebrated its successes from the past year and welcomed future growth during the district’s Convocation on Wednesday. District Superintendent Dr. Mark Scott ushered in a year of continuous growth by highlighting the achievements of schools, faculty, staff and students in Houston County. Scott boasted about improved literacy in the district…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Warner Robins’ Camp Bow Wow manager raises awareness on pet safety in scorching heat

The sweltering heat of summer can prove dangerous, not just for humans, but our pets as well. Heat exhaustion, dehydration, paw burns and sunburns can seriously affect pets if their health is neglected during these hot months.
Edward Smart,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The sweltering heat of summer can prove dangerous, not just for humans, but our pets as well. Heat exhaustion, dehydration, paw burns and sunburns can seriously affect pets if their health is neglected during these hot months. Camp Bow Wow Manager Tammy Cummings advises pet owners to be cautious. Extra water for pets is a…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Back to school giveaway in Warner Robins: Free backpacks, school supplies, chance to win iPads

Truth in the Word Ministries is hosting its annual back-to-school backpack giveaway on Saturday, offering free school supplies and a chance to win one of two iPads in a raffle.
Edward Smart,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Truth in the Word Ministries is hosting its annual back-to-school backpack giveaway on Saturday, offering free school supplies and a chance to win one of two iPads in a raffle. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon. Pastor Aaron Hamilton shared his thoughts on the importance of this yearly tradition. “Just to…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

The Great Macon Baking Week: Layers’ White Velvet cake

Our Great Macon Baking Week coverage continues with a spotlight on an exceptional treat at Layers on Vineville Avenue — the white velvet cake.
Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Our Great Macon Baking Week coverage continues with a spotlight on an exceptional treat at Layers on Vineville Avenue — the white velvet cake. 41NBC’s Drake Rozelle dropped by the bakery, co-owned by husband and wife duo Steven Collins, for a taste of their competition entry. “Creamy, smooth White Velvet Cake with white chocolate mocha buttercream…
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Warner Robins man woken by gunfire, shot in head

Haley Janes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Early Wednesday morning, a 40-year-old man was shot in the head during a shots fired incident in the 100 block of Greenway Drive. According to the Warner Robins Police Department, 40-year-old Pete Braddy was awoken around 1 a.m. by what he thought was fireworks. WRPD says he got out of bed and was struck in…
Featured, Houston County, Local News

UPDATE: Man hospitalized for evaluation after deputy-involved shooting in Houston County

UPDATE: A man is in the hospital being evaluated after a shootout with law enforcement Tuesday night in Warner Robins.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE: A man is in the hospital being evaluated after a shootout with law enforcement Tuesday night in Warner Robins. HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A substantial law enforcement presence was reported just before 10 p.m. Tuesday near the intersection of Smithville Church Road and Georgetown Boulevard in Houston County. A viewer alerted 41NBC about the heavy police activity, telling…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Hot weather continues this week with stray showers

We will be warming to the upper 90s once again Wednesday in Middle Georgia. A stray shower is possible, but most of us will stay dry.
Cecilia Reeves,

The heat was on today in Middle Georgia, as we warmed into the upper 90s. Thankfully, our humidity has been pretty low, so it was as comfortable as it could be…considering. The heat dome in the southwest will slowly continue filtering into our area through the rest of the week. This will keep us in the 90s for the rest…

Piedmont Community Impact
Featured, Health, Local News

Piedmont Healthcare offers advice in the wake of Bronny James’ cardiac arrest

Cardiologist for Piedmont Healthcare, Dr. Jayne Morgan, it's incredibly rare for people under the age of 35 to experience cardiac arrest.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Medical professionals in Georgia are responding after Lebron James’ son, 18-year-old Bronny James,  suffered a cardiac arrest during basketball practice this week. According to Executive Director of Health and Community Education and Cardiologist for Piedmont Healthcare, Dr. Jayne Morgan, it’s incredibly rare for people under the age of 35 to experience cardiac arrest. She says only…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

‘Black Wing Week’ aims to promote Black-owned businesses in Macon

The "Macon Black Culture" organization's Black Wing Week is underway. The competition, running from July 24-29, aims to promote local Black-owned businesses by celebrating their culinary offerings.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The “Macon Black Culture” organization’s Black Wing Week is underway. The competition, running from July 24-29, aims to promote local Black-owned businesses. Nine Black-owned businesses are participating. The event is not only about crowning a winner but also driving traffic to the businesses and boosting their visibility. “It’s great for us to be able to bring…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Photographers invited to spotlight Macon’s Muscogee heritage in ‘Fanning the Flame’ exhibition

NewTown Macon is inviting local photographers to participate in this year's "Fanning the Flame" exhibition, an event intended to spotlight the historical and cultural significance of the native Muscogee people in Macon.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — NewTown Macon is inviting local photographers to participate in this year’s “Fanning the Flame” exhibition, an event intended to spotlight the historical and cultural significance of the native Muscogee people in Macon. NewTown Macon is seeking photo submissions. Selected photographers will be awarded $500, and their work will be displayed along Second Street Lane in downtown…

Crystal Brown
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon woman charged with 220 counts of Theft and Forgery

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says deputies arrested 36-year-old Crystal Denise Brown on Tuesday around 1:30 p.m.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon woman is in jail, in connection with incidents of Theft and Forgery. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says deputies arrested 36-year-old Crystal Denise Brown on Tuesday around 1:30 p.m. Brown is charged with 104 counts of Theft by Conversion, 104 counts of Forgery in the Third Degree, and 12 counts of Computer Forgery. The…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

The Great Macon Baking Week: Felicia’s Cake Factory cupcakes

Felicia's Cake Factory on Third Street, a family-run bakery competing in the the Great Macon Baking Week competition, is hoping to win over judges with an assortment of unique and traditional cupcakes.
Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Felicia’s Cake Factory on Third Street, a family-run bakery competing in the the Great Macon Baking Week competition, is hoping to win over judges with an assortment of unique and traditional cupcakes. “It’s just a variety of flavors that we have,” owner Felicia Howard said. “We do specialize in alcohol-infused cupcakes that a lot of the…

2023 Bcsd Convocation
Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Bibb County School District promotes togetherness during 2023-24 Convocation

This is the first year of the District’s new “Built4Bibb” 5-year strategic plan to maximize student achievement through safe and equitable learning environments.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District is starting its 2023-24 school year with a message of togetherness. Faculty and staff from schools across Bibb County came together Tuesday for the District’s start of the school year Convocation ceremony. This is the first year of the District’s new “Built4Bibb” 5-year strategic plan to maximize student achievement through safe…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

3 charged in connection to Baymont Inn & Suites double shooting

The arrests stem from the July 11th shooting at the Baymont Inn on Riverside Drive in Macon.
Shelby Coates,

Mugshots courtesy of Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three people are facing charges in connection to a recent shooting at the Baymont Inn & Suites in Macon. Monday afternoon, deputies arrested 20-year-old David Pitts, 24-year-old Rontravious Williams and a 15-year-old. The arrests stem from the July 11th shooting at the Baymont Inn on Riverside Drive. That’s where deputies…

Kimberly Barton
Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Fourth grade teacher awarded Bibb County District Teacher of the Year

The District Teacher of the Year was named during the 2023 Convocation ceremony on Tuesday.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District announced its District Teacher of the Year during the 2023 Convocation ceremony on Tuesday. This year’s winner is Kimberly Barton, a 4th grade teacher at Vineville Academy of the Arts. She was selected from a group of five finalists to represent Teacher of the Year for the entire school district. This…
Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Monroe County deputy on leave pending possible DUI investigation

The investigation involves one deputy and allegations of a possible DUI in a patrol car.
Shelby Coates,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Monroe County deputy remains on leave as the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office investigates a possible DUI. Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer Anna Greene Watkins says the investigation opened on Monday. She states the investigation involves one deputy and allegations of a possible DUI in a patrol car. Watkins says the deputy will remain…

Play Streets Macon Initiative Picks Its Neighborhoods For 2023
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Play Streets Macon Initiative picks its neighborhoods for 2023

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bike Walk Macon announced the selected neighborhoods for this year’s Play Streets Macon Initiative. They include the MLK small and minority business district in historic Greenwood Bottom, Second street and Cherry street in downtown Macon, Main Street in east Macon, and Lawton Road in West Macon. The first of these open streets events will take place…

Coach's Corner: Kevin Smith Perry Panthers
Coach's Corner, Sports

Coach’s Corner: Kevin Smith – Perry Panthers

Coach Kevin Smith of Perry High School sits down with 41NBC's Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season.
David Tufts,

Coach Kevin Smith of Perry High School sits down with 41NBC’s Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Sports Tags: Keywords: high-school-football, Panthers, Perry

Bragg Jam
Bibb County, Entertainment, Featured, Local News

More than 40 artists set to perform at Macon’s Bragg Jam Concert Crawl this weekend

Shovels and Rope, Drew Green and Lady Wray will be the Concert Crawl's headlining acts.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Music venues in downtown Macon are gearing up for a variety of acts set to perform during the Bragg Jam concert crawl happening Saturday. More than 40 artists, including acts such as Shovels and Rope, Drew Green and Lady Wray, will perform throughout the night. Venues include JBA, Serenity Entertainment Complex, The Crazy Bull, Grant’s Lounge,…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Muse Theatre expansion project to nearly double downtown Perry’s dining options

The Muse Theatre in downtown Perry has announced plans to introduce five new restaurants and a rooftop bar in a bid to draw more visitors to the city's center.
Edward Smart,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Muse Theatre in downtown Perry has announced plans to introduce five new restaurants and a rooftop bar in a bid to draw more visitors to the city’s center. Chad Bryant, owner of the Muse Theatre, believes the expansion will significantly increase visitors. “Right now I think we have probably six restaurants in Downtown Perry,” Bryant…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Hot and mostly dry conditions stick around through the week

Highs this week will be warming into the mid and upper 90s across Middle Georgia. We will be staying mostly dry with a few stray showers.
Cecilia Reeves,

The week has started sunny and mostly dry here in Middle Georgia with highs in the mid-90s. Tomorrow will repeat today’s weather with highs in the mid-90s and a stray shower or two. We will slowly be seeing our humidity increase through the rest of the week. As the humidity increases, our “feels like” temperatures will also be warming into…