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Bibb County, Crawford County, Featured, Local News

Roberta, Macon residents upset with proposed rock quarry

“This is our neighborhood. And it’s just kinda…. It’s wrong. It’s wrong.”
Clayton Poulnott,

ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Residents in Bibb and Crawford Counties plan to bring concerns for a proposed rock quarry before a planning and zoning meeting. “This is our neighborhood. And it’s just kinda…. It’s wrong. It’s wrong.” That’s what residents are saying about a proposed granite quarry for east Crawford County. In May, Crawford County Planning and Zoning received an…

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Featured, Laurens County, Local News

Dublin VA offers more services to women veterans

Edward Smart,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dublin VA is offering additional services to women veterans in the community. Monday is National Women Veterans Recognition Day and according to the Dublin VA, female veterans are our largest growing demographic. The Carl Vinson VA in Dublin hosted a conference today for women veterans. It included services available like healthcare, mental health treatment and…

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Featured, Local News, Washington County

Three arrested for bringing drugs into Washington State Prison

Haley Janes,

DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three men were arrested by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office on Sunday for attempting to bring illegal drugs into Washington State Prison. WCSO says deputies and GDC staff intercepted illegal drugs and contraband at the prison on Sunday afternoon in Davisboro. The three men involved were taken into custody and sent to the Washington County Jail…

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Featured, Health & Fitness, Houston County, Local News

Local Healthcare Providers give residents healthy living tips at the 41NBC Health and Senior Expo

Brick Nelson,

CENTERVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– Residents in Middle Georgia were able go the Houston County Galleria on Saturday, to hear from local healthcare providers about healthy tips and resources at the annual 41NBC Health and Senior Expo. With over 30 health care vendors and providers from around the Middle Georgia area, the 41NBC Health and Senior Expo gave residents resources to start living…

Tech Report: Jobs Involving Ai Are Soaring
Tech Report

Tech Report: Jobs involving AI are soaring

Finn Balfour,

The nation’s hiring market might not be as hot as it was a year ago, but jobs involving AI and ChatGPT are on fire. According to jobs platform Adzuna, there were just three job postings on the site in May 2022 that used the term ‘generative AI.’ By May of this year, there were nearly 15,000 posts that mentioned generative…
Featured, Local News, Washington County

Man killed in Motorcycle accident

41NBC Web Producer,

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – A man is dead after a motorcycle accident Saturday. According to the Georgia State Patrol it happened after 7pm Saturday on  Waco Mill Road at Boogaloo Road, in Washington County when Gary Stephen Russel was riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle traveling north. The motorcycle left the roadway and overturned.  The driver was ejected from the…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man shot in foot on Bartlett Street in Macon

Deputies reported shots fired around 6:30 Friday evening.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that sent a man to the hospital. Around 6:30 Friday night, deputies say someone fired shots in the 1100 block of Bartlett Street. A 20-year-old man walking in the area was shot in the foot. He was transported to Atrium Health Navicent where he is listed in…

Perry Police Adacemy
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Perry Police Department offers ‘Citizens Police Academy’ to learn about public safety

Participants can learn about different roles in the department, take a firearm safety course, tour the Police Department and meet city officials.
Andrew Willis,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Residents of Houston County can learn how the Perry Police Department serves the community during its “Citizens Police Academy” beginning next Monday. The twelve week program offers an inside look at the responsibilities and challenges of local law enforcement. Participants can learn about different roles in the department, as well as meet city officials like the…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

District Attorney’s Office hopes to help more youth in Macon

The 3rd annual Changing the Face of Justice Day took place on Friday.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – District Attorney Anita Howard celebrated the 3rd Annual Changing the Face of Justice Day on Friday.  She spoke about the progress in Macon since last year and her intentions to help mitigate crime and youth trauma. Sarah Schanck, Site Coordinator of the Macon Family Justice Center, believes the DA’s Office wants to make a difference in…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office rolling out new fleet for patrol

The 58 car fleet of 2022 Ford Explorers will come equipped with new features.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is rolling out a new fleet, and deputies say the new cars are already boosting morale. The Sheriff’s Office unveiled nine fully outfitted patrol cars from the fleet of 58 new 2022 Ford Explorers. The vehicles are equipped with new features to make deputies’ jobs easier.  According to Special Projects Major…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bike Walk Macon looks to unify neighborhoods

Bike Walk Macon will choose four streets to host events.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon is starting “Play Streets Macon.” This allows neighbors to nominate their streets to be closed off to traffic for a day, and families can participate in outdoor activities. Inspired by Open Streets Macon, “Play Streets Macon” helps residents enjoy recreational activities on their own street. “So its just a day of a really…

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Entertainment, Featured, Local News

2nd annual memorial pageant to honor local law enforcement

The second annual Miss MS16 Pageant is happening Saturday June 17th
Shelby Coates,

CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A pageant in support of law enforcement was so successful, a Middle Georgia community is holding it again. The second annual Miss MS16 Pageant is a non-profit event in memory of Crisp County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Michael Sangster. Lt. Sangster was a son, brother and father who was diagnosed with stage four melanoma skin cancer in…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon LGBTQ+ community hosts second “Pride in Your Park” clean-up event

Volunteers will clean up litter and storm debris at the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historic Park.
Andrew Willis,

FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Pride organization is celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride month by giving back to the community with its 2nd annual “Pride in Your Park” clean-up event. Macon Pride is teaming up with the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historic Park and the Southern Queer Folk Hikes group to foster community connection and environmental stewardship. Volunteers can come out to…

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News, Medical

Local health department recognized for public health service

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb County Health Department is being recognized for good public health service. The department was named a Healthy People 2030 Champion. The award shows the Macon-Bibb Health Department is committed to the Healthy People 2030 vision of a society where all people can achieve their full potential for health and well-being. Administrator for the Macon-Bibb…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Old Bibb Mill demolished, opens opportunities in East Macon

This is demolition number 536 in Macon's ongoing blight fight.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Old Bibb Mill was demolished Thursday, opening doors for economic opportunity in east Macon. The mill represents demolition number 536 in the ongoing blight fight, as Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller hopes this will revitalize the area. The land the old mill was on is right across from the Macon Coliseum. Mayor Miller thinks the demolition…

Bs Report: June 8th The Sec Favorite
Sports

BS Report: June 8th – The SEC Favorite

Bill Shanks has some choice words about Alabama And LSU being favored over Georgia going into this season.
David Tufts,

Bill Shanks has some choice words about Alabama And LSU being favored over Georgia going into this season. Categories: Sports Tags: Alabama, College Football, Georgia Bulldogs, LSU, SEC, UGA

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man sentenced to 20 years for 2021 shooting incident

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man has been sentenced to 20 years for an incident in 2021, in which he shot at law enforcement officers. According to a release from District Attorney Anita Howard, 28-year-old Larry Bryant was seen texting and driving in downtown Macon early on January 9th, 2021– A trooper signaled for Bryant to pull over, and he…

Bs Report: June 6th Throw It Again!

BS Report: June 6th – Throw it Again!

There's no love lost between the Braves and the Mets this season and it shows.
David Tufts,

There’s no love lost between the Braves and the Mets this season and it shows. Bill Shanks explains how the hate works in the Braves’ favor. Tags: Atlanta Braves, MLB, New York Mets, nl east

Mvp Grants Round 2
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

31 organizations awarded $860,500 in grants to reduce crime in Macon

The organizations must adhere to the Macon Violence Prevention Program's Strategic Plan of addressing systemic issues with evidence-based solutions.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Community Foundation of Central Georgia is investing in alternatives to law enforcement as a long-term solution to violent crime. This is the second year the Foundation has awarded grants for faith-based and non-profit organizations to participate in the Macon Violence Prevention, or MVP Program. The Foundation awarded $860,500 worth for grants to thirty-one local organizations…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Suspect takes Apple phones, watches in AT&T Store armed robbery

The incident happened at the AT&T Store located at 1530 Mercer University Drive.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for the man who used a firearm to rob the AT&T Store located at 1530 Mercer University Drive. Deputies say a masked man walked into the store with a firearm around 10:00 Tuesday morning. He went to a secure area of the store, took multiple boxes of Apple phones…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Lifeguard hiring event held to keep Macon pools open

Aquatics Management held a lifeguard hiring and training event Wednesday
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — In order to open more pools around Macon-Bibb County this summer, there needs to be more lifeguards. That’s why Aquatics Management held a lifeguard hiring and training event Wednesday at the Macon Memorial Gym. Jack Shields is the account manager with Aquatics Management. He says the company will help keep pools open this summer. “We’re trying…