MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Four people have been arrested, three of which are teens, in connection to a drive-by shooting that took place at Pendleton Homes Monday afternoon. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says that witnesses reported seeing multiple armed people in a faded maroon Chevrolet Lumina, who drove by and began shooting before fleeing the scene. Nobody was harmed…
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Monroe County Deputies are investigating after a dump truck was struck by a train this morning. According to a post on the sheriff’s office’s social media it happened around 7:30 this morning at Ga Highway 41 South at the Rock Quarry. The driver of the dump truck only suffered minor injuries and refused medical treatment. …
BOLINGBROKE, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two incidents that happened early Tuesday morning. The first incident was reported by Michael’s Asphalt Paving Company located next door to United Bank. Two vehicles were reported stolen, a black Ford F550 and a white Isuzu Utility Van. The Ford F550 has been recovered, the Isuzu Utility Van is…
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – The Georgia Forestry Commission is mourning the loss of a colleague, who suffered a medical emergency on Sunday while monitoring a contained wildfire in Washington County. 26-year-old Forest Ranger, Shaun Luke Daniel, was treated by emergency responders who were unable to revive him on the scene. “We are shocked and saddened at the sudden loss…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that sent two teens to the hospital. Deputies responded to the Tindall Fields Community around 8:45 Tuesday night. That’s where deputies say they found two males with gunshot wounds in the 1700 block of Campbell Avenue. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, a 16-year-old was shot…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – School meals provide a valuable source of nutrition for children who experience food insecurity. In Bibb County, children can still access those meals during summer break through the Bibb County School District’s Seamless Summer Option Program. The federally funded program provides free breakfast and lunch during the summer months to children up to age 18. The…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There’s a new park in Macon, and it’s named after the late Frankie Everett Lewis. Macon-Bibb County chose to name the park in her honor because of the contributions she made over 30 years. “She played a vital role in making sure the communication lines stayed open between this community and the county so that this…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Museum of Aviation is integrating more technology into its National STEM Academy Summer Camp Series, and keeping costs low for parents – thanks to support from donors. More than 500 students are registered to attend thirty-six different camps as part of the Museum’s six week program. Students between 1st and 10th grade will…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Approximately 7,000 Special Olympics athletes from around 170 countries will gather in Berlin, Germany, to compete in 24 sports at the 2023 Special Olympics World Games. Out of the 167 athletes, coaches, and chaperones representing the USA, two individuals will hail from Middle Georgia. “The U.S. is only sending two sailing teams total. So it’s a…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – New speed cameras are now active near Warner Robins schools. The Warner Robins Police Department says there is a problem with speeding in school zones, and this is a way to prevent it going forward. Interim Chief of Police Wayne Fisher says the decision was made to keep everyone safe. “The goal is to reduce…
VIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — One Vienna resident is providing household essentials to those in need, and she’s asking for your help. Loretta Walters founded the “Give With Grace” program in 2017. She started the program after recovering from a brain tumor which temporarily left her unable to care for herself. She said after being cared for by someone else,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Volunteer Clinic is celebrating 20 years of providing free service to the Macon community. The clinic provides continuous care for those that are un-insured. Executive Director Nancy White says this community deserves affordable healthcare. “It is a reflection on the values of this community that for 20 continuous years we’ve been providing a free…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Saturday, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man in connection to a burglary at a church. MCSO says they received a call alerting them to the burglary taking place at Parker Chapel AME Church off of GA Hwy 83 South. While on their way, deputies saw a male subject leaving the area on foot– when…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man was arrested in Monroe County in connection to a burglary in progress at a home on Lassiter Road. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, a call came in on Sunday in reference to a burglary in progress in which a male subject was reported to have entered the home, taken several items, and…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Macon Bacon suffered a decisive 13-4 defeat at the hands of the Lexington County Blowfish in their home opener. The Bacon had previously started their season on a positive note, securing a 3-1 victory on the road against the Florence Flamingos. Carrying that momentum into their home opener, the Bacon took an early 1-0 lead in…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will climb into the upper 80s and lower 90s around Middle Georgia over the weekend. Tonight Mostly clear and calm conditions should stick with the region overnight tonight and into tomorrow morning. The moon overhead is nearly full and viewers should have an easy time seeing it. Winds will largely blow out of the east-northeast…
Warner Robins Police Department adding moveable cameras throughout the cityMovable CamerasWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Warner Robins Police Department announces the initial 45 day warning period for speed cameras near schools is over. The department says there are speed cameras placed at Warner Robins High School, Lake Joy Elementary and Primary, Northside High School and Huntington Middle School. According to…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Changing weather patterns are having a big impact on Georgia’s crops, and the Farm Service Agency wants farmers to know how they can get help. Agriculture is a big part of Georgia’s economy. How big? According to Arthur Tripp, Executive Director of the Georgia Farm Service Agency (FSA), one in seven jobs in the state is related…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – 25 students are preparing to graduate from the Christ-centered teaching ministry, Truth in the Word Ministries Bible Institute. The institution, which provides degrees in biblical study, theology and philosophy, is hosting a gala event Friday night to honor the students’ commitment and academic achievements over the past year. “I’m very excited about the students,” founder…
Quintez Brantley (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man who deputies call a person of interest in connection with an aggravated assault that happened on May 29.. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says 22-year-old Quintez Brantley is wanted for “several counts” of aggravated assault stemming from an incident…
Summer is here and so are the mosquitos. If you want to enjoy sitting on your porch without getting munched on by those pesky bugs, Mandy has a DIY solution. In today’s Mom to Mom, how you can make mosquito repellent from scratch with items you likely have at home. To get started, you’ll need: A mason jar Floating tea…
According to the Watchdog, people who use peer-to-peer payment apps may be in danger of losing their money. Funds held in apps like Venmo, PayPal, Cash App, or Zelle are not guaranteed for federal deposit insurance protection. This means that if a peer-to-peer payment company were to fail, customers could lose any money left sitting on the platform. The Consumer…
In today’s Tech Byte, a look at how Apple Maps and Music are connecting live music lovers with new venues and artists. Whether you’re looking for new venues to check out, or what to expect at your next concert, you’ll love their newest features. Maps now has more than 40 new guides put together by Apple Music editors. They feature…
FDA approved drugs for Alzheimer’s will likely be covered by Medicare. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services say they will require physicians to collect data on how well the drugs perform in the real world. Two new Alzheimer’s drugs are currently available, but only to patients who are enrolled in clinical trials. U.S. factory activity shrank for a seventh…