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…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Operation Soft Back Books, a Georgia-based initiative providing vital learning materials to African children, is seeking public support through donations. This year, the charitable operation is expanding its donation requests to include not only books but also t-shirts, water bottles, bags or any items bearing a company logo. The project was established in 2019 when Macon…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County community leaders got a firsthand look at the progress of the new amphitheater and courthouse within Macon Mall. The nearly finished courthouse and the world’s largest indoor pickle ball facility inside the mall are set to open in July, according to crews working on the projects. The additions are expected to invigorate the Eisenhower…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Following the recent dementia diagnosis of former first lady Rosalynn Carter, healthcare providers in Middle Georgia are urging the community to confront the stigma associated with the condition and to seek help promptly if symptoms are recognized. “She wants everybody to know she has dementia and to let us know that she wants people to be…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgians and visitors are invited to celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday with a guided tour of the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail. Organized by NewTown Macon and Bike Walk Macon, the tour starts at 9 a.m. and wraps up at noon. The free event, happening at Amerson River Park, is asking for donations to aid in…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man was arrested Tuesday night for Driving Under the Influence after crashing his car into the front of a home. According to the incident report from the Warner Robins Police Department, around 9 p.m. officers were sent to the intersection of Holly Street and Bernard Drive in reference to a single vehicle crash. When…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A suspect has been charged in connection to the shooting death of 15-year-old Ozias Gore. The shooting took place on April 8th just before 3 p.m. on Bloomfield Road. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says through the investigation, 17-year-old Raheem Smith was questioned and concerned a suspect behind the fatal shooting of Gore. Smith is being…
Republican senators, led by Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, introduced the Know Your App Act. The act will require app stores, such as Google Play and Apple’s App Store, to identify each application’s country of origin. Know Your App Act aims to increase consumers’ awareness of who owns the apps they use. The bill comes as lawmakers from both…
A deal proposed to lift the federal debt limit would have only a small cooling effect on the U.S. economy and high inflation, according to economists. It does little to reduce government spending that grew rapidly during the Covid-19 pandemic and its aftermath. There’s one particular component of the deal that could ding the economy this fall. Student loan repayments…
Nekeria Coley (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE: According to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, 19-year-old Nekeria Coley has been located and is safe. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help in the search for Nekeria Coley, a 19-year-old woman who was reported missing on May 28. Coley was last seen…
It was another nice day in Middle Georgia as we warmed back to the mid 80s. A few showers popped up across the area this evening, with some spots of heavy rain. Overnight, dry weather will return to the area, with lows in the 60s. A wedge front is building in today, and with that, we will continue to see…
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) cameras are coming to the city of Byron, and they’ve already helped the Police Department solve a major case. For decades, law enforcement has used ALPRs to solve investigations and locate missing persons, but now, cities across Middle Georgia are adopting Flock Safety cameras that offer around-the-clock monitoring. ”Imagine having a…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The American Red Cross is holding its 11th Annual 41NBC Blood Drive in Middle Georgia, calling on eligible donors to contribute and potentially save lives as the demand for blood in the U.S. surges every two seconds. The Red Cross has identified an ongoing blood shortage during the summer months due to reduced donations over the…
BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin County Courthouse is set for a revamp that promises enhanced space and more efficient case resolution, with renovations expected to be completed by October. During the renovation period, court proceedings will be temporarily relocated to alternative sites, including the Baldwin County Government Building and city municipal court. “We need additional space while the…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 9/11 organization is honoring fallen servicemen and woman by supporting the families they left behind. That includes the Freeman family in Warner Robins. On April 28th, 2011 United States Marine Corps Lance Corporal Ronald Douglas Freeman died after sacrificing himself in order to save his infantry team from an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). He…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Kids are out of school for the summer and spending more time at home. If you want to keep your home in some sort of order, professional organizer Darra McClendon says it’s important to keep a routine. McClendon created Simply Ordered Solutions, a professional organizing and wellness firm that relieves stress for clients by helping…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The cities of Fort Valley and Byron are set to host the 37th annual Georgia Peach Festival, a celebration designed to honor local peach growers and their significant contributions to the food industry, despite a crippling 90% loss in this year’s peach harvest. “This year is so important because we still need to support our…
Photo Credit to Monroe County SchoolsFORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The sole finalist for Monroe County Schools Superintendent has been named. MCS posted about the finalist on Tuesday, saying that during a called meeting the board named Dr. Jim Finch as the sole finalist for the Superintendent position. Before making the recommendation, the board worked to identify the characteristics they wanted…
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, Macon-Bibb Fire Department, Georgia State Patrol and Department of Natural Resources found the 20-year-old victim, Raymund Ellison Jr. of Centerville, just before 2:30 Tuesday afternoon. He was pronounced dead on the scene by Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies are searching for a possible drowning victim. According to a press…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Out with the old and in with the new! That’s what We Care Heating and Air brought to one Warner Robins veteran’s home. James Williams, who served as an airman in the U.S. Air Force, was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in November and had to undergo multiple surgeries along with chemotherapy. As temperatures…