Stacey Abrams shares message for voters ahead of Election Day

41NBC's Shelby Coates sat down with candidate Stacey Abrams ahead of Election Day

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Democratic candidate for governor Stacey Abrams brought her ‘Let’s Get It Done’ statewide bus tour to Macon. Supporters gathered for a rally Thursday afternoon outside the Tubman Museum. Abrams’ campaign says the tour is her closing message to voters ahead of Election Day. Before the Macon rally, Abrams sat down with 41NBC’ Shelby Coates to talk…

BS Report: November 2nd – Georgia vs Tennessee

The Dawgs and the Vols are both having stellar seasons, but who will come out on top when they clash in Athens?

The Dawgs and the Vols are both having stellar seasons, but who will come out on top when they clash in Athens? Bill Shanks breaks down what each team needs to overcome, and why this game should be particularly epic. Categories: Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, College Football, Georgia Bulldogs, SEC, Tennessee Volunteers

The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Veterans vs. Houston County, Pt. 2

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Friday, November 4, at 7:30 p.m. at Freedom Field.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The winner of this week’s End Zone Game of the Week, between the Veterans Warhawks and the Houston County Bears, will lock themselves into the 6A state playoffs. The Bears are 7-2, and both of their losses are against region opponents. However, Houston County has already locked in its first winning season since 2016, as…

Staying warm and dry Thursday

Highs this week will be warming to the upper 70s and low 80s with a mix of sun and clouds. Rain chances return this weekend.

We saw clouds clearing from Middle Georgia this afternoon, allowing for us to see some sunshine and warm into the 80s. Patchy fog will be possible overnight, but most of us will be staying clear. Tomorrow will be a similar day temperature-wise, but we could still see a few more clouds by Thursday afternoon. Mostly clear skies will bring us…

Senator Ossoff encourages early voting

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Election Day is almost here, and Georgia elected officials are wanting people to get out and vote. We spoke with Georgia senator, Jon Ossoff, about the national spotlight on Georgia for the election. He didn’t speculate on the details of the elections or about the potential outcomes. But he says he wants people to get out and…

Macon-Bibb County breaks ground on expansion of Cotton Avenue plaza

Macon-Bibb County is expanding a plaza on Cotton Avenue in downtown Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County is expanding a plaza on Cotton Avenue in downtown Macon. The county broke ground Wednesday on the expansion of the plaza at the intersection of Second Street and Cotton Avenue. Alex Morrison, the executive director of Macon-Bibb Urban Development, says the plaza will be a space for everyone to share. “The intent is to…

Bibb Schools superintendent recaps first 90 days in position

The Bibb County School District is officially 90 days into the school year and 90 days into Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims' new role.

Superintendent for the Bibb County School District recaps goals set for first 90 days in position.Dr. Sims 90 DaysMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) —  The Bibb County School District is officially 90 days into the school year and 90 days into Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims’ new role. We sat down with Dr. Sims to talk about his time in the position so far….

Doctors, Georgia DNR share hunting season safety tips

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— If you’ve ever been hunting, you know there’s a lot to consider in order to stay safe. I.B. Parnell is a Wildlife Biologist with the Wildlife Resources Division for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. He says the state requires people to go through an education course before hunting. Parnell shares tips on how to stay safe…

The Historic Cannonball House to host Candlelight Apparitions

It includes a tour of the house and actors portraying several prominent figures in Macon's history.

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)—If you want to hear from the voices of the ghosts of Macon’s past, the Historic Cannonball House on Mulberry Street is holding its annual Candlelight Apparitions event on Saturday. The Cannonball House has been holding the event for more than a decade. It includes a tour of the house and actors portraying several prominent figures in Macon’s history….

UPDATE: Suspect arrested for Clisby Place murder

The BCSO says a suspect has been arrested in connection with the death of 65-year-old Eddie Lee Davis Jr.

UPDATE: The BCSO says a suspect has been arrested in connection with the death of 65-year-old Eddie Lee Davis Jr. Investigators were given information that pointed toward 34-year-old Quartez Marquis Johnson as the suspect behind the crime. Deputies were given tips that an individual that fit Johnson’s description was walking near the 4900 block of Riverside Drive. This led to…

Sunny skies return for Wednesday afternoon

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Clouds from overnight are giving way to sunny skies around Middle Georgia this afternoon. Today It was a relatively cloudy morning to begin our Wednesday around Middle Georgia, however they cleared out for much of the region quickly. We will see plenty of sun the remainder of the day as highs climb into the upper 70s…

The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Veterans vs. Houston County

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Friday, November 4, at 7:30 p.m. at Freedom Field.

KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It is the final week of the high school football regular season, and most matchups have playoff implications, such as the End Zone Game of the Week between the Veterans Warhawks and the Houston County Bears. The winner of this matchup will clinch a spot in the 6A state playoffs while the loser’s season ends. The…

Week 11 Macon Touchdown Club Players of the Week

Mercer football head coach Drew Cronic spoke at this week's meeting.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Week 11 Macon Touchdown Club players of the week include a Back of the Week and two Lineman of the Week. The Back of the Week is Aaron Davis, a junior running back from Ace. Davis accumulated 179 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 16 carries and added one reception for 19 yards and a…

High clouds hang around Wednesday

Clouds started to push into the area this afternoon and those clouds will stick around through the day tomorrow.

We had a return to nice weather across Middle Georgia today with dry air and temps in the upper 70s. Clouds started to push into the area this afternoon and those clouds will stick around through the day tomorrow. The clouds won’t keep us from warming into the upper 70s though, so we should still see a nice day. Dry…

Hutchings College and Career Academy receives grant for nursing pathway

Ten schools in Georgia will receive funding to help with their nursing programs.

Hutchings College and Career Academy receives funding for students in the nursing aide pathwayHutchings College and Career AcademyMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Ten schools in Georgia will receive funding to help with their nursing programs. One of those schools is Hutchings College and Career Academy in Macon. The funding, about $800,000 came from the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund. Chava Jackson ,…

Broadway Touring Show returns to Grand Opera House for 2022 season

After more than three years, the Broadway Touring Show returns to the Grand Opera House this week for its 2022 season.

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) – After more than three years, the Broadway Touring Show returns to the Grand Opera House this week for its 2022 season. This is the first year the Grand has held a Broadway show since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Grand opens its Broadway season with the original Broadway production of “Fiddler on the Roof” on…

Central Georgia CASA celebrates 25 years

Central Georgia Appointed Service Advocates, or CASA, is celebrating a milestone.

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) – Central Georgia Appointed Service Advocates, or CASA, is celebrating a milestone. The non-profit organization is celebrating 25 years of pursuing its mission to provide support advocacy for children in foster care. Susanna Patterson, the Executive Director of Central CASA, says this is huge achievement for the organization. “25 years in Macon-Bibb is a huge milestone,” Patterson said….

Georgia College receives grant to continue taking part in ‘Georgia Young Adult Program’

Georgia College and State University is continuing to educate its students about safety on the road thanks to a $9,359 grant from the Governor's Office of Highway Safety.

Georgia College and State University receives funding to be part in the College Young Adult ProgramGeorgia College receives grantMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia College and State University is continuing to educate its students about safety on the road thanks to a $9,359 grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. The college has received this grant for 17 years now….

Warnock holds voting rally in Fort Valley

Senator Raphael Warnock visited Fort Valley Tuesday to speak with students ahead of the upcoming election.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Senator Raphael Warnock visited Fort Valley Tuesday to speak with students ahead of the upcoming election. Warnock spent a majority of his time talking with Fort Valley State University students about how their votes matter, and that thanks to people like them, Warnock has been able to work to help make their lives easier. He…

Jones County Library creating park

A Jones County librarian is finding a way to make the library a place where you can get information anytime with the addition of a new park.

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — People who visit Jones County Library will soon have a new park to enjoy. Seeing people sitting outside the library in their cars to use the internet is an experience branch manager Julie King has gotten used to. She decided that needs to change, so she’s creating a park right outside the library doors. “We see…

Taste and See closes doors for now

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— A downtown Macon coffee shop is closing its doors after 9 years in business. But the owners are hoping it’s just temporary. Taste and See Coffee Shop and Gallery announced Friday that they made the difficult decision to close because of a staffing shortage. They currently have three people working on staff, one being a manager and…

Sun returns for a bit Tuesday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunny conditions are here to begin our Tuesday, however cloud cover will return to Middle Georgia ahead of tonight. Today The cloudy skies from Halloween cleared out over Middle Georgia late last night, and this morning we woke to mostly clear skies. The sun will be with us into the lunchtime hours when upper level cirrus…

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores October 24-28

Here are Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, October 24 and Friday, October 28, 2022.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia’s food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, October 24 and Friday, October 28, 2022. All scores of 69 and below are shown in red. All scores between 70 and 99 are shown in black. All scores of 100 are shown in green. Click here to search…

Jones County library starts ‘Sensitive Subject’ shelf

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— If you’ve ever gone to the library looking to learn about a sensitive subject, the Jones County Library now has a way to help. It’s called the ‘Sensitive Subject’ Shelf, and they have books and resources for you to take and even check out. Branch Manager, Julie King, says many times customers would come in asking for…