Tech Report: Google cancels drag show by performer Peaches Christ

After pushback from some employees, Google shut down a Pride event featuring performer Peaches Christ. Hundreds of employees signed a petition to stop the show, claiming that it sexualizes and disrespects Christian workers. Those opposed to the show also accused Google of religious discrimination. Peaches Christ’s performance has been removed from Google’s internal events page. A judge approved Overtstock’s $21…

Thomaston Rd Circle K robbed

MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying an armed robbery suspect. A man entered the Circle K located at 5602 Thomaston Road this morning just after 5am. The man demanded money and after taking it the suspect fled in an older grey Cadillac. This incident is under investigation. Anyone with…

Otis Redding to receive star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

The King of Soul is getting his very own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame!

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The King of Soul is getting his very own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! Otis Redding has been posthumously inducted into the Walk of Fame’s Class of 2024 in the category of live performance. The announcement was made Monday by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. The Director of Special Projects at the Otis Redding…

Baldwin County receives $5 million grant for streetscape, safety improvements

A $5 million grant has been awarded to Baldwin County, providing a significant boost to rural development, according to County Manager Carlos Tobar. The funding will be used for safety and infrastructure improvements in local neighborhoods.

BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A $5 million grant has been awarded to Baldwin County, providing a significant boost to rural development, according to County Manager Carlos Tobar. The funding will be used for safety and infrastructure improvements in local neighborhoods. “It was very important that we pursue a grant to try to make it more safe here in this…

Milledgeville to host Independence Day fireworks celebration this weekend

The City of Milledgeville plans to celebrate the Fourth of July on Saturday.

BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Milledgeville plans to celebrate the Fourth of July this weekend. On Saturday, the city will host an Independence Day celebration with fireworks. Milledgeville city leaders say this a great way for families to spend the day in the city. They hope to draw residents in from other counties to celebrate. “To me…

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park grows with land donations from Macon-Bibb County

The Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park in Macon has expanded with a significant land donation from Macon-Bibb County and the Macon Housing Authority.

Ocmulgee Mounds expanding propertyOcmulgee MoundsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park in Macon has expanded with a significant land donation from Macon-Bibb County and the Macon Housing Authority. The National Park Service (NPS) made the announcement on Tuesday. The transfer includes several parcels near the Davis Homes community, totaling 3.62 acres. The donation is a joint effort…

Macon-Bibb County meetings get broadcasting upgrade

The upgrade includes replacing a system and cameras that are 10 to 15 years old.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County is getting a media upgrade when it comes to broadcasting meetings and special presentations from the Macon-Bibb County Government Center in downtown Macon. The Office of Communications says an upgrade will offer clearer broadcasting quality for Macon-Bibb Commission and other local government meetings. The upgrade includes replacing a system and cameras that are 10…

3 arrested in Dodge County drug bust

Deputies also located more than $11,000 and several firearms.

Dodge County Sheriff’s OfficeEASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office arrested three people in connection to a Monday drug bust. Deputies say they received a search warrant for Tyrone Level and his property due to a narcotic sales investigation. A search turned up the following items: 196 g (7 oz.) of cocaine powder 29 g (1.1 oz.) of…

Large drug manufacturing site found in Dodge County aerial search

Law enforcement noticed what appeared to be marijuana plants on a property.

Dodge County Sheriff’s OfficeEASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office reported finding a large drug manufacturing site during a random aerial search, Thursday. The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office partnered with the Governor’s Task Force, Georgia Department of Natural Resources and Georgia State Patrol Aviation to conduct an aerial search. During the search, law enforcement noticed what appeared to…

Discover Middle Georgia: Geology at the Museum of Arts and Sciences

“Everything you do, there’s minerals involved in your products that are made. You can’t get around with not having any minerals.”

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — In the downstairs of the Museum of Arts and Sciences in Macon, you can expect to learn a lot about what’s lying beneath our feet and sometimes all around us. President of the Middle Georgia Gem and Mineral Society is Geology enthusiast, Jay Batcha, has been learning about geology for the past 25 years. He says…

“DineOut + ShopOUT” event helps raise money for Macon Pride’s LGBTQ+ festival

The fundraiser has helped grow the Pride festival from a one-day event to a week-long celebration.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you plan on shopping or dining out in Macon Wednesday, your business can go towards helping a local organization. Scott Mitchell is the owner of The Bohemian Den gift shop in downtown Macon. He’s also the president of the LGBTQ+ nonprofit organization, Macon Pride. In 2019, Macon Pride hosted its first “Dine Out + Shop…

Tech Report: AI is helping dentists catch problems early

Artificial intelligence continues to expand into dental and medical uses. Dentists are relying on the technology to quickly and accurately detect and prevent periodontitis, decay, bone loss and other gum health issues. The FDA-approved VideaHealth system analyzes patients’ X-ray images using an algorithm trained on hundreds of millions of data points to provide dentists with treatment recommendations for their patients….

Senator Jon Ossoff pushes to help protect Georgia peach farmers

U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff was in Fort Valley Monday to address local leaders on his push to protect Georgia peach farmers.

PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff was in Fort Valley Monday to address local leaders on his push to protect Georgia peach farmers. While at Lane Southern Orchards, he spoke about the loss of peach crops this year due to the weather. Senator Ossoff told Georgia’s peach farmers he plans to secure disaster assistance for their crops….

Macon community takes stand against hate after anti-Semitic rally at Temple Beth Israel

There was an outpouring of support from the Macon community over the weekend after an anti-Semitic rally took place in front of a Jewish synagogue.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There was an outpouring of support from the Macon community over the weekend after an anti-Semitic rally took place in front of a Jewish synagogue. “Not here. Go away!” Those were the chants from a crowd of supporters gathered in front of Temple Beth Israel Saturday in response to the anti-Semitic rally that took place the…

Motorcycle wreck in Houston County leaves one dead

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — In the early hours of Sunday, a man was killed in a wreck on I-75 South in Houston County. According to the Georgia State Patrol, troopers were sent to a crash on I-75 South around 12:27 a.m. on Sunday where they found an accident involving a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, a Jeep Compass, and a semi-tractor trailer. Witness…

Discover Middle Georgia: Glimpses into prehistoric past unearthed by local paleontology

"Georgia was very different, dryer, really not any colder," GCSU biology professor Al Mead said. "The vegetation was completely different: probably open grasslands, similar to the piney woods of east Texas. We had mammoths walking around, giant bison walking around and tortoises the size of the Galapagos tortoise walking around."

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If there are any guarantees in this world, it’s that there is life, and there is death. When life ends, there’s often evidence left behind. From bones to impressions of footprints, life has a funny way of persisting even millions of years later. Paleontology is the study of life before us. When people hear the term,…

Tech Report: AI may help solve the teacher shortage

Microsoft Co-Founder Bill Gates claims that generative AI chatbots can teach kids to read in 18 months rather than years. Artificial intelligence is beginning to prove that it can accelerate the impact teachers have on students and help solve the ongoing teacher shortage. On Friday, Bitcoin shot up to its highest level in about a year. The cryptocurrency’s value rose…

Man drowns in the river at Oconee Greenway

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 22-year-old man drowned in the Oconee River in Baldwin County on Sunday. According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR),  the incident took place around 12:40 on Sunday, when game wardens responded to the drowning at the Oconee Greenway where its reported that 22-year-old Samuel Solano was swimming in the river with some friends….

Woman killed in Peach County DUI crash

PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – A woman is dead and a man behind bars after a fatal accident in Peach County over the weekend. According to the Georgia State Patrol,  it happened early Sunday around 1:00 a.m. when a Dodge Ram 1500 lost control on Bible Camp Road near Peach Parkway. The truck ran off the road and hit a…

Morning Business Report: Oil prices could spike after the attempted coup in Russia

Today, oil prices could react to the Wagner Group’s attempted coup on Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to the International Energy Agency, Russia is the largest exporter of oil and second-largest exporter of crude to world markets. Even a hint of disruption to the oil market could send prices higher.  Costco is cracking down on rising membership card sharing. Costco…

Three teens shot at graduation party

MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) –  Three teenagers were injured Saturday when gunfire broke out at a graduation party. According to a release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office it happened just after 1 am Saturday at the Pit Hookah & Lounge located at 635 Womack Street. An 18-year-old female was struck in the foot , a 15-year-old male was struck in…