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…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Approximately 1,400 high school, junior college and transfer student-athletes from various regions of the country converged at Mercer University for the Raise the Bar Mega Camp, with a collective goal to seize one opportunity that could propel them to the next level of their football careers. “I think it’s great to come to these camps. You get…
(UPDATE 9:20 P.M.) – According to Georgia State Patrol, troopers responded to crash involving an ATV on Riddleville Mount Moriah Road around 2:45 Thursday afternoon. They say the 12-year-old driver left the road and overturned. The passenger, another 12-year-old, was ejected and the ATV overturned on him. He was pronounced dead on scene. The driver was taken to the medical…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – State leaders are boasting about business in Georgia. That was the big news from Bibb County delegates during a community discussion on the 2023 Legislative Session. The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce hosted its Good Morning Macon Panel, during which Bibb county delegates addressed recent legislative decisions made during the Georgia General Assembly’s 2023 Legislative Session. …
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As summer temperatures rise, health officials from Community Health Works and Piedmont Medical Center urge Middle Georgia residents to protect their skin from excessive sun exposure and tanning beds, both of which can significantly increase the risk of skin cancer. “In moderation, a little bit is good, that is how you get your vitamin D,” Shelby…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful (KMBB) has secured a $10,000 grant from Keep America Beautiful to add 25 maple and cherry trees along Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, from Hazel to Hawthorne streets. “The lower area closer to downtown, there are plenty of trees and greenery, and so we wanted to mimic what’s currently already in place downtown…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Educators in Middle Georgia are getting the chance to learn about robotics thanks to Georgia Power and the Middle Georgia Robotics Institute. Teachers attended a two-day workshop during which they got hands-on experience in coding, programming, circuits and robotic parts at the Museum of Aviation’s National STEM Academy Educator Resource Center. The Center also allows…
Amazon will pay $25 million to settle allegations that it violated children’s privacy rights with its Alexa Voice Assistant. The company agreed to pay the FTC after it was accused of failing to delete Alexa recordings at the request of parents. It was found that Amazon kept hold of sensitive data for years. Their doorbell camera unit, Ring, will also…
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A shooting in Dublin left two injured early on Thursday morning. The Dublin Police Department says around 6:45 a.m. officers were called to an apartment at 608 Hillcrest Building D in reference to a possible gunshot wound. Officers found an injured female in a nearby apartment, who told officers that a male in her apartment had…
U.S. job openings rose unexpectedly in April. Employers posted 10.1 million job openings last month. That’s up from a revised 9.7 million in March, and the most since January. The resilience of the American labor market and complicating Federal Reserve efforts to fight inflation in a tight labor market means that companies have to pay more. Dollar General shareholders passed…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — College baseball players from across the country flock to summer leagues aiming to enhance their skills before returning to school. However, only a select few get the chance to become a delightful breakfast item. “I’m feeling excited first of all. Definitely just to be a piece of bacon for the summer. It’s definitely going to be…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help in locating a missing person. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for 69-year-old Dianne Bowen. They say Bowen was reported missing by her property manager, and has not been heard from since April 28. Investigators say she could possibly be a danger to herself. Bowen…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Seizure patients who use low-dose THC will now have access to a fast-acting nasal spray. Trulieve medical cannabis dispensary in Macon is now offering Momenta Nasal Spray to help reduce the severity of seizure symptoms. The spray is a practical alternative to vaporizers and can also be used to treat symptoms of migraines and multiple sclerosis….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia residents are talking about legislative issues that affect them ahead of local and national elections. Community members gathered Wednesday at the Tubman Museum for the launch of the GoVoteGA Advocacy Tour. Local officials spoke about the need for civic engagement beyond the four-year election cycle and answered questions from the audience. Issues discussed included…