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Moises Velez named one of Georgia’s 50 Most Influential Latinos

A middle Georgia resident is recognized as one of Georgia's 50 Most Influential Latinos.

October 12, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Moises Velez named 50 most influential LatinosMoises Velez named 50 most influential LatinosMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — A middle Georgia resident is recognized as one of Georgia’s 50 Most Influential Latinos. Moises Velez, the founder and editor of a Macon newspaper known as ‘Que Pasa,’ received the recognition during a ceremony held this week by the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. He…

Middle Georgia Justice hosting fundraiser Thursday

Middle Georgia Justice is working to close the gap for people needing legal services. Thursday night, the organization is hosting its annual fundraiser, "A Taste of Justice," to help fund that mission.

October 12, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Middle Georgia Justice is working to close the gap for people needing legal services. Thursday night, the organization is hosting its annual fundraiser, “A Taste of Justice,” to help fund that mission. According to Bill Adams, the President of Middle Georgia Justice, proceeds raised from the event go toward helping low-income people obtain legal services. “We’re…

Perry Police Department wearing pink badges during Breast Cancer Awareness month

According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer, which means thousands of women will battle the potentially deadly disease.

October 12, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Pink Badges for Breast CancerPink Badges for Breast CancerPERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer, which means thousands of women will battle the potentially deadly disease. The Perry Police Department is showing its support to those fighting the disease by wearing pink badges. Captain Heath Dykes says he takes…

Macon-Bibb Fire Department educating public about fire safety as Fire Prevention Week begins

The fire department uses the week to educate community members about fire safety. They urge people to check their smoke alarms every six months and to get them installed in your home if you don't have them.

October 12, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It’s Fire Prevention Week, and the Macon-Bibb Fire Department started it with an awards ceremony for its Fire Safety Essay Contest. The fire department uses the week to educate community members about fire safety. They urge people to check their smoke alarms every six months and to get them installed in your home if you don’t…

UPDATE: Wife turns herself in for the shooting death of her husband

October 12, 2022

41NBC Web Producer,

Lateesha Riddle (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (10/12): 33-year-old Lateesha Riddle turned herself in Wednesday afternoon for the shooting death of her husband on October 2. Riddle is charged with murder and aggravated assault. She’s being held without bond at this time. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— A Macon man is dead after what deputies called a domestic dispute. It happened around 2:30…

3 Indicted in connection to child cruelty at RAFB daycare facility

October 12, 2022

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three people have been indicted for child cruelty in connection to a daycare facility on Robins Air Force Base. According to a release from the Department of Justice, 27 year-old Zhanay Kiana Flynn of Centerville, 29-year-old Antanesha Mone Fritz of Tanner, Alabama, and 51-year-old Latona Mae Lambert of Kissimmee, Florida are all being charged in connection…

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UPDATE: Suspect behind Dooly shooting in custody

October 12, 2022

Haley Janes,

UPDATE: The Vienna Police Department is reporting that after a brief car chase with GSP and Dooly Sheriff’s Office Tuesday morning, Collier was apprehended. VIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is wanted out of Dooly County for a shooting this past Saturday. Around 1:30 a.m., police responded to 505 Holiday Street in reference to a gunshot victim, where they found…

Morning Business Report: Nike remains number one brand for American teens in apparel and footwear

October 12, 2022

Edward Smart,

Nike remains the one brand for American teens in both apparel and footwear. Home flippers are getting burned as the housing market slumps. The Labor Department released a proposal Tuesday that could make it possible for gig workers to be recognized as employees, rather than contractors. More than two years in the COVID pandemic, the world feels all-round grumpier, according…

Mercer’s Tobias Jonsson claims individual title at the Carolina Cup

Mercer finished fourth out of 14 teams, shooting four over par.

October 11, 2022

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mercer men’s golf team competed in its second fall season tournament at the Carolina Cup in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The Bears finished fourth out of 14 teams, shooting a combined four over par at the 54-hole tournament. On the bright side, junior Tobias Jonsson claimed the individual title by shooting 12 under par and set…

The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Stratford Academy vs. John Milledge Academy

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Friday, October 14, at 7:30 p.m. at Eagle Field.

October 11, 2022

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Week nine of high school football has quickly approached, and the End Zone Game of the Week features a GIAA battle between the Stratford Academy Eagles and the John Milledge Academy Trojans. The Eagles are coming off a 7-4 season where they lost in the first round of the 1A private state playoffs. Since former head…

Voter registration deadline is October 11, early voting begins next week

Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger says you can register online at the Secretary of State's website.

October 11, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Election Day is fast approaching, and so is the deadline to register to vote. Georgia voters have until 11:59 p.m. on October 11 to get that registration in. Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger says you can register online at the Secretary of State’s website. “If you’ve never been registered before you can do it online,” Raffensperger said….

Jamaican jerk fries, brisket biscuits among food choices at 2022 Georgia National Fair

41NBC's Tucker Sargent checks out the food options at this year's fair.

October 11, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

Jamaican jerk fries at the 2022 Georgia National Fair in PerryPERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Food is one of the Georgia National Fair’s main draws. The options range from donuts to steak to ice cream, and, of course, fried versions of everything from vegetables to desserts. On an Opening Day visit, I ran into a young boy enjoying some good ole…

Sea Lion Splash Live At The Georgia National Fair

Sea Lion Splash at the fair hopes to educate and entertain

The show brought three rescued sea lions to perform for crowds here in Middle Georgia.

October 11, 2022

Cecilia Reeves,

The Sea Lion Splash is back at the Georgia National Fair and is bringing laughs and entertainment along with education about sea lions. The show brought three rescued sea lions to perform for crowds here in Middle Georgia. “It’s definitely a lot of fun, for sure a different experience. It’s not everyday that you come and see a sea lion….

Baby Barn continues attracting hundreds at the Georgia National Fair

"It was really cute afterwards, we actually cried because it was just bringing life into the world, it was amazing."

October 11, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Baby BarnBaby BarnPERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Baby Barn is back for its fourth year at the Georgia National Fair. The excitement or shock of a new calf is what keeps bringing people back to the Baby Barn. It has become a tradition for some, but a first time experience for others like EllaClaire Boelen. “It was really cute afterwards, we actually…

Southeastern Reptile Rescue Entertains With Education About Snakes

Southeastern Reptile Rescue returns to the Georgia National Fair

Jason Clark hopes education and entertainment from his show can help get rid of fear and stigma around reptiles

October 11, 2022

Cecilia Reeves,

Owner of Southeastern Reptile Rescue, Jason Clark says that bringing these rescued snakes to the fair is about helping people learn about the reptiles and maybe even get rid of some of the stigma around snakes. “Most people who don’t like snakes are usually people who, the information they have is usually false. If we can get them the accurate…

Eudora Farms showcases unique animals at the GNF

There are a few new animals to see this year. Ones you wouldn't typically see anywhere else, like a Camel or Lemurs.

October 11, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Eudora FarmsEudora FarmsPERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Eudora Farms is back for its 8th year at the Georgia National Fair. There are a few new animals to see this year. Ones you wouldn’t typically see anywhere else, like a Camel or Lemurs. You can also feed and pet them. Each animal has a sign so you can learn its background, and there are…

Academy Sports and Outdoors donates $1,000 to BCSO

The store says it wants to bring communities together and promote safety.

October 11, 2022

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– Academy Sports and Outdoors is doing its part for the ‘Night to Unite’. The store gave a $1,000 donation to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, to help with the events happening during the ‘Night to Unite’ events. Academy says it wants to bring communities together and promote safety. “We’re excited about the partnership,” said Store Manager, Quadralyn Curry….

Otter Adventure With Remmy The Baby Otter

New Otter Adventure at the fair brings fun and education

Greg and Karen Woody have brought their Otter Adventure show to the Georgia National Fair for the first time this year and they say it brings something unique.

October 11, 2022

Cecilia Reeves,

Greg and Karen Woody have brought their Otter Adventure show to the Georgia National Fair for the first time this year and they say it brings something unique. That being said, Woody says that when you come to the show “expect nothing, because we don’t know what direction they are going to go. We just see how they are.” Woody…

Mentor’s Project holds food, bike giveaway for families

Executive Director of the Mentor's Project, June O'Neal says they wanted to give children some fall break joy.

October 11, 2022

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– It’s fall break for students, and the Mentor’s Project of Bibb County wanted to give back to those in need. The non-profit organization held a food and bike giveaway today, where nearly 100 people attended event. They received three bags of groceries and a free bike. Executive Director of the Mentor’s Project, June O’Neal says they wanted to…

3 former daycare workers at RAFB face 30 counts of child abuse

If convicted, the women could spend up to 20 years for each count of cruelty to children in the first degree.

October 11, 2022

Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Two former employees and the former director of a daycare facility at Robins Air Force Base, are being charged with child abuse. 27-year-old Zhanay Kiana Flynn and 29-year-old Antanesha Mone Fritz, face 18 counts of cruelty to children in the first degree, six counts of cruelty to children in the second degree, three counts of simple…

Morning Business Report: Amazon starts its holiday sales for Prime members today

October 11, 2022

Edward Smart,

Amazon to start the holiday shopping season for its Prime Subscription members. Union of railroad track maintenance workers have rejected a tentative agreement with nation’s freight carrier. The website of multiple U.S. airports were taken offline Monday, with a pro-Russian hacking group claiming responsibility. Tags: airport, amazon, Jane King, Morning Business Report, railroad, Russia, Walmart

Week 8 Macon Touchdown Club Players of the Week

Samford football head coach Chris Hatcher spoke at this week's meeting.

October 10, 2022

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Touchdown Club announced its week eight players of the week with Samford head coach Chris Hatcher in attendance. The Back of the Week is Nick Woodford, a sophomore running back from Northeast. Woodford carried the ball 17 times for 302 yards and five touchdowns. This is Woodford’s fourth time receiving this honor this season,…

Sex offender arrested in Monroe County

The Sheriff’s Office says it received an email tip that a man with outstanding warrants was hiding/living at a home on Teagle Road.

October 10, 2022

Clayton Poulnott,

FORSYTH, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— A man in Monroe County was arrested Monday for not registering as a sex offender. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says it received an email tip that a man with outstanding warrants was hiding/living at a home on Teagle Road. (Photo courtesy: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office) After further investigation with the assistance of Newton County Sheriff’s Office, revealed…

Rain returns later this week

It has been a while since we have seen rain and storms in Middle Georgia, but that will change by the middle of the week.

October 10, 2022

Cecilia Reeves,

It has been a beautiful start to the week in Middle Georgia with plenty of sunshine and highs around normal. Tomorrow will be another nice day in the area, but we will begin to see an increase in humidity and cloud cover through the day. This is ahead of our next system that will(finally) be bringing rain to our area….

A middle Georgia resident is recognized as one of Georgia's 50 Most Influential Latinos.

Middle Georgia Justice is working to close the gap for people needing legal services. Thursday night, the organization is hosting its annual fundraiser, "A Taste of Justice," to help fund that mission.

According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer, which means thousands of women will battle the potentially deadly disease.

The fire department uses the week to educate community members about fire safety. They urge people to check their smoke alarms every six months and to get them installed in your home if you don't have them.

Mercer finished fourth out of 14 teams, shooting four over par.

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Friday, October 14, at 7:30 p.m. at Eagle Field.

Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger says you can register online at the Secretary of State's website.

41NBC's Tucker Sargent checks out the food options at this year's fair.

The show brought three rescued sea lions to perform for crowds here in Middle Georgia.

"It was really cute afterwards, we actually cried because it was just bringing life into the world, it was amazing."

Jason Clark hopes education and entertainment from his show can help get rid of fear and stigma around reptiles

There are a few new animals to see this year. Ones you wouldn't typically see anywhere else, like a Camel or Lemurs.

The store says it wants to bring communities together and promote safety.

Greg and Karen Woody have brought their Otter Adventure show to the Georgia National Fair for the first time this year and they say it brings something unique.

Executive Director of the Mentor's Project, June O'Neal says they wanted to give children some fall break joy.

If convicted, the women could spend up to 20 years for each count of cruelty to children in the first degree.

Samford football head coach Chris Hatcher spoke at this week's meeting.

The Sheriff’s Office says it received an email tip that a man with outstanding warrants was hiding/living at a home on Teagle Road.

It has been a while since we have seen rain and storms in Middle Georgia, but that will change by the middle of the week.

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