Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Explosive scare resolved in Monroe County after bomb tech determines device inactive

An old blasting cap labeled as an explosive, discovered by road crews at the corner of Carriage and Plantation Drive, was determined to be inactive by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) bomb squad, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
Tucker Sargent,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An old blasting cap labeled as an explosive, discovered by road crews at the corner of Carriage and Plantation Drive, was determined to be inactive by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) bomb squad, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. In a news release, the sheriff’s office said deputies were dispatched to the scene around…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Employee ambushed during Riverside Drive armed robbery in Macon

According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, a masked man with a gun ambushed the worker as she left.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a commercial robbery that involved a man ambushing an employee as she left work. Deputies say the robbery happened around 10:15 Tuesday night at the Bags N’ More at 3096 Riverside Drive. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, a masked man with a gun ambushed the worker as…

2023 Football Season Preview: Northeast Raiders

The Raiders return nine offensive and seven defensive starters this season.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Northeast Raiders faced a significant challenge last season in identifying successors for several graduating players. However, this year brings a positive shift as the Raiders boast nine returning starters on offense and seven on defense. “Looking forward to some of the upcoming guys, who filled in the spots from our senior class from a couple…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Changes at Macon USPS facility spark worries over job security, transparency

Changes are coming to the Macon USPS facility as it transitions to a local processing center, moving some mail processing operations to Atlanta.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Changes are coming to the Macon USPS facility as it transitions to a local processing center, moving some mail processing operations to Atlanta. The postal service held a meeting in Macon Tuesday afternoon to discuss the transformation that aims to modernize the facility and restructure it as a destination mail processing center. The change raises concerns…

Local Crews Spend Morning Responding To Overnight Storm Damage
Bibb County, Featured, Houston County, Local News

Local crews spend morning responding to overnight storm damage

Brandon Long,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Crews in Bibb County had to clean up from storms overnight and this Tuesday morning. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office posted photos on it’s Facebook page showing Sergeant Carlos Stokes removing part of a fallen tree along Emery Highway. The sheriff’s office says Sergeant Stokes keeps a handsaw in his patrol cruiser for weather emergencies. In Houston…
Featured, Local News, Macon County

UPDATE: Boil water advisory lifted, Macon County students return to class Wednesday

Macon County schools are closed Monday and Tuesday.
Shelby Coates,

UPDATE: The boil water advisory is now lifted in Macon County. This means Macon County School System students will return to school on Wednesday and follow regular schedules. The school system is taking everyone for their patience and understanding during the recent school closures. —– MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon County schools are closed to students due to a boil…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

MWA wins all three Georgia drinking water taste test competitions

Earlier this year, the MWA won the Best Tasting Drinking Water for the state's District 5.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – For the first time ever, the Macon Water Authority won all three state drinking water taste test competitions. The Georgia Association of Water Professionals held its annual conference and expo in Savannah. That’s where the MWA won the People’s Choice Award for Best Tasting Drinking Water in Georgia. The honor is decided by approximately 2,000 conference…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Mayor recommends greater reduction in Macon-Bibb property taxes

Macon-Bibb commissioners will vote on the millage rate recommendation at the August 15th meeting.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller is recommending an even greater reduction in property taxes than he first announced. Mayor Miller wants commissioners to adopt a millage rate of 10.723. This is a reduction of 7.178 mills. And it is greater than the originally announced 5 mill reduction. “We promised to find a way for government to operate…

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Around the World, Featured, Local News

Houston County resident killed in Ukraine

Family reports Georgia man serving as foreign fighter near Bakhmut killed in mortar shell explosion.
Brandon Long,

Jeffrey Judd Jones, Jeff was a Foreign Fighter in the Armed Forces of Ukraine fighting near Bakhmut Ukraine at the time. (41NBC/WMGT/CNN)- Another one of the three Americans who died in Ukraine recently has been identified. The family of Jeffrey Judd Jones says a mortar shell explosion killed him on July 31st. They say he’s an Army veteran who wanted…

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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…