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Special Olympics World Games Bronze Medalist honored with a proclamation

"He is number three in the world, so that's pretty impressive."

July 20, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After winning bronze at the 2023 Special Olympics World Games in Berlin, Germany, James Thigpen was honored by Macon Mayor Lester Miller with a proclamation. The proclamation marks July 18, 2023, as James Thigpen Day in Macon. Thigpen, a member of the Wesley Glen Ministries, and his partner Phil Martin earned third out of 12 teams…

Heat Advisory issued for Thursday; storms return late week

Intense heat will be back in Middle Georgia Thursday as most of us stay dry. Storms return for the end of the week to cool us down

July 19, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

The heat continued in Middle Georgia today with highs warming into the upper 90s in Macon. A line of storms helped to cool us down a bit tonight, but as we head into Thursday, our rain chances will be much smaller. Thursday will bring a mostly sunny start with highs warming into the upper 90s. A stray shower is possible,…

BS Report: July 19th – Don’t Panic!

The Braves have suffered some disappointing losses since the All Star break.

July 19, 2023

David Tufts,

The Braves have suffered some disappointing losses since the All Star break. 41NBC’s Bill Shanks explains what they should do, as the trade deadline is now less than two weeks away. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, MLB, nl east

UPDATE: Investigators identify pedestrian hit on Hawkinsville Road

The collision remains under investigation.

July 19, 2023

Haley Janes,

UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has identified the man seriously injured in a collision on Hawkinsville Road on July 18th. Family has identified the pedestrian as 63-year-old Arthur Walden of Macon. The collision is under investigation. ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office needs your help identifying the man hit by a truck early Tuesday morning. Investigators say the…

Coach’s Corner: Brian Nelson – Mary Persons Bulldogs

Coach Brian Nelson of Mary Persons High School sits down with 41NBC's Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season.

July 18, 2023

David Tufts,

Coach Brian Nelson of Mary Persons High School sits down with 41NBC’s Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Sports Tags: high school football, Mary Persons High School

Hot again Wednesday with scattered storms possible

After a few dry days, rain chances will be back across parts of Middle Georgia. Where we don't see rain, highs in the upper 90s are likely.

July 18, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

After a hot day in Middle Georgia, we are tracking a few storms just to our northwest. Isolated showers will be possible through the early morning hours Wednesday. Otherwise, the haze and clouds will stick around through at least dawn. Tomorrow will bring another chance for scattered showers and storms, especially during the afternoon. Where we don’t see the rain…

Crawford County Commission votes 3-2 to approve granite quarry following public hearing

Crawford County Commissioners voted 3-2 on Tuesday to approve a granite quarry based on certain conditions, including limiting blasts to certain hours of the day and certain days of the week.

July 18, 2023

Andrew Willis,

CRAWFORD COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Crawford County Commissioners voted 3-2 on Tuesday to approve a granite quarry based on certain conditions, including limiting blasts to certain hours of the day and certain days of the week. Those conditions include not operating between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m., only operating between 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturdays, no Sunday production…

Two arrested in Monroe County after drug investigation

After an investigation, deputies searched the homes of Teresa Burley and Cody Maduros on Monday.

July 18, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrests two people, after deputies say there were complaints of unusual activity in the High Falls Area. After an investigation, deputies searched the homes of Teresa Burley and Cody Maduros on Monday. (Courtesy of Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page) Burley was arrested after investigators say they found several ounces of…

Mercer University, Tubman Museum digitizing slavery records in Middle Georgia

Mercer University and the Tubman Museum are digitizing historic slavery documents from Bibb County in an initiative to educate the public about the dark chapter of American history.

July 18, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Mercer University and the Tubman Museum are digitizing historic slavery documents from Bibb County in an initiative to educate the public about the dark chapter of American history. The Bibb County Deed Books, dating back to the 1800s, offer in-depth records of the sale and lease of enslaved African Americans. The project intends to provide a…

Monroe County first responders train for active shooting scenarios in preparation for large-scale exercise

Monroe County's first responders gathered on Tuesday to hone their skills in active shooter drills.

July 18, 2023

Edward Smart,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Monroe County’s first responders gathered on Tuesday to hone their skills in active shooter drills. The training program was designed to enhance the collaborative efforts of the county’s emergency services during a crisis. By simulating the intense, unpredictable conditions of an active shooter scenario, the program ensures first responders and volunteers are prepared to administer immediate…

Governor Kemp announces incoming GBI Director

The appointment will take effect August 1.

July 18, 2023

Shelby Coates,

ATLANTA, Georgia – Governor Brian Kemp announced a new director to lead the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The Board of Public Safety unanimous voted to approve the appointment of Chris Hosey as director. The appointment will take effect August 1. Hosey currently serves as Assistant Director of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, overseeing the Investigative Division – the largest component…

2 former workers indicted in scheme to defraud Baldwin County service board

The women are charged with Racketeering, Forgery in the Third Degree and Theft by Taking.

July 18, 2023

Shelby Coates,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two former employees are indicted on theft and racketeering charges in Baldwin County. Attorney General Chris Carr announced the indictment of 43-year-old Latina Thompson of Sandersville and 39-year-old Sheldonna Williams of Haddock. They are charged with Racketeering, Forgery in the Third Degree and Theft by Taking. Carr says the women are former employees of the Oconee…

Macon man pleads guilty to 2020 malice murder, rape and necrophilia

Surveillance video shows Whitehead walking up the front steps of the Daybreak and assaulting the victim.

July 18, 2023

Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man pleads guilty to sexually assaulting and killing a homeless woman outside of Daybreak Ministry. Macon District Attorney Anita Howard says 58-year-old Kenny Whitehead pleaded guilty to Malice Murder, Rape and Necrophilia instead of facing a trial. The evening of May 17, 2020, surveillance video shows Whitehead walking up the front steps of the…

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Macon man arrested for drug trafficking after car chase

July 18, 2023

Haley Janes,

Photo credit to Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A deputy chase in Macon ends with a major drug bust and the driver behind bars. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office shared these photos to its Facebook page on Monday. Deputies say they made a traffic stop at the intersection of Montpelier and Pansy Avenues, but the driver took off…

Quality Inn robbed

July 18, 2023

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for the man who robbed the Quality Inn on Chambers Road this morning. According to a press release, around 3:46 a man wearing a red hooded sweatshirt, black track pants, and a face covering entered the Quality Inn and demanded money from the clerk. After getting the cash, he…

Coach’s Corner: J.T. Wall – John Milledge Trojans

Coach J.T. Wall of John Milledge Academy sits down with 41NBC's Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season.

July 17, 2023

David Tufts,

Coach J.T. Wall of John Milledge Academy sits down with 41NBC’s Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Sports Tags: academy, high school football, John, milledge

Bibb County School Board weighing millage rate options for FY2024

The Bibb County School Board is considering three potential millage rate proposals for the 2024 fiscal year.

July 17, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Bibb County School DistrictMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County School Board is considering three potential millage rate proposals for the 2024 fiscal year. Bibb County School District During a presentation on Monday, Chief Financial Officer Sharon Roberts laid out options A, B, and C based on the Macon-Bibb County Preliminary Tax Digest. Each option illustrates different fiscal outcomes for…

Triple digit heat moves into Middle Georgia this week

Intense heat will be moving into Middle Georgia this week with highs warming to the 100s. Hazy skies stick around Tuesday

July 17, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

A dome of high pressure that has been over the southwest is going to be pushing into Middle Georgia through the end of the week. This will allow our high temperatures to warm into the triple digits starting on Tuesday, continuing through the week. The addition of lower humidity will at least make the heat a bit more comfortable (it’s…

Milledgeville Police investigating Monday afternoon shooting

Milledgeville Police are investigating a shooting that resulted in a juvenile being hospitalized.

July 17, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Milledgeville Police are investigating a shooting that resulted in a juvenile being hospitalized. Police say they were dispatched to the 2400 block of Grandview Drive just before 5 p.m. Monday. Witnesses told police the victim was approached by someone else and shot at close range. The shooter then fled on foot. There’s no word on the…

Local, state leaders tour Fine Fettle THC oil production facility in Macon

The $35 million facility will bring new jobs to Macon and produce low-dose THC oil products for seven dispensaries across Georgia.

July 17, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new medical cannabis production facility is bringing new jobs and economic development to Macon. Local and state leaders toured the future site of Fine Fettle cultivation and extraction center in the Ocmulgee East Industrial Park. The $35 million facility will produce low-dose THC oil products for seven dispensaries across Georgia. The facility has 49 grow…

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Sen. Jon Ossoff secures $1.9M for preschool education in Baldwin County

Senator Jon Ossoff announced a $1.9 million grant to enhance early childhood education in rural Georgia, specifically aimed at Baldwin County's Early Learning Center and Head Start program.

July 17, 2023

Edward Smart,

MILLEGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Senator Jon Ossoff announced a $1.9 million grant to enhance early childhood education in rural Georgia, specifically aimed at Baldwin County’s Early Learning Center and Head Start program. It’s part of an ongoing commitment to bettering preschool education, according to Ossoff. “For me right now the needs of young children (is) something I’m feeling with particular…

Coach’s Corner: Kip Burdette – West Laurens Raiders

Coach Kip Burdette of West Laurens High School sits down with 41NBC's Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season.

July 17, 2023

David Tufts,

Coach Kip Burdette of West Laurens High School sits down with 41NBC’s Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Sports Tags: high school football, Laurens, Raiders, west

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Middle Georgia Regional Library takes literacy to the streets with pop-up library

The Middle Georgia Regional Library wants to spread literacy across Macon.

July 17, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Middle Georgia Regional Library wants to spread literacy across Macon. The library system hosted a pop-up library at the Macon Transit Authority on Monday. The pop-up event included free library cards, free books and information on library programs. The Middle Georgia Regional Library says it wants equal access to literacy in Macon. The library plans…

Woman killed in pile-up crash on I-75 in Peach County

Troopers say a tractor trailer was unable to stop and hit several vehicles along I-75.

July 17, 2023

Shelby Coates,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A total of seven vehicles were involved in a deadly crash this weekend in Peach County. Georgia State Patrol says the crash happened near mile marker 149 on I-75 northbound in Peach County. Around 10:15 Saturday night, northbound traffic came to a stop due to road maintenance and lane closures. Troopers say that’s when a…

"He is number three in the world, so that's pretty impressive."

Intense heat will be back in Middle Georgia Thursday as most of us stay dry. Storms return for the end of the week to cool us down

The Braves have suffered some disappointing losses since the All Star break.

The collision remains under investigation.

Coach Brian Nelson of Mary Persons High School sits down with 41NBC's Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season.

After a few dry days, rain chances will be back across parts of Middle Georgia. Where we don't see rain, highs in the upper 90s are likely.

Crawford County Commissioners voted 3-2 on Tuesday to approve a granite quarry based on certain conditions, including limiting blasts to certain hours of the day and certain days of the week.

After an investigation, deputies searched the homes of Teresa Burley and Cody Maduros on Monday.

Mercer University and the Tubman Museum are digitizing historic slavery documents from Bibb County in an initiative to educate the public about the dark chapter of American history.

Monroe County's first responders gathered on Tuesday to hone their skills in active shooter drills.

The appointment will take effect August 1.

The women are charged with Racketeering, Forgery in the Third Degree and Theft by Taking.

Surveillance video shows Whitehead walking up the front steps of the Daybreak and assaulting the victim.

Coach J.T. Wall of John Milledge Academy sits down with 41NBC's Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season.

The Bibb County School Board is considering three potential millage rate proposals for the 2024 fiscal year.

Intense heat will be moving into Middle Georgia this week with highs warming to the 100s. Hazy skies stick around Tuesday

Milledgeville Police are investigating a shooting that resulted in a juvenile being hospitalized.

The $35 million facility will bring new jobs to Macon and produce low-dose THC oil products for seven dispensaries across Georgia.

Senator Jon Ossoff announced a $1.9 million grant to enhance early childhood education in rural Georgia, specifically aimed at Baldwin County's Early Learning Center and Head Start program.

Coach Kip Burdette of West Laurens High School sits down with 41NBC's Bill Shanks to talk about their upcoming season.

The Middle Georgia Regional Library wants to spread literacy across Macon.

Troopers say a tractor trailer was unable to stop and hit several vehicles along I-75.

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