For online retailers, returns are one of the biggest profit drains. To minimize their losses, businesses are now making the return process more difficult. The Wall Street Journal reports that there are a few common tactics used to discourage returns. These include shortening return windows, increasing mail fees, and offering customers discounts. The average cost to process $100 of returned…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men are in critical condition after being shot late Tuesday night. The Bibb Sheriff’s Office says it happened just after 11:30 pm at 1187 Edna Place which is The Summit Apartments. Two 21-year-old males were in the parking lot of The Summit Apartments when an unknown subject started shooting. Both were hit and were transported…
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into a bank robbery in Sparta. On Tuesday, the Sparta Police Department says officers responded to a bank robbery at the Bank of Hancock on Broad Street. They say there is a suspect is in custody, and no one was hurt or injured during the incident. That is all…
It has been another cloudy day in Middle Georgia with off-and-on showers continuing this evening. We will continue to see a chance for rain overnight and into early Wednesday. As the low pressure that is sparking those showers pushes south, it will take the persistent cloud cover with it. Sunshine will return to the area for the afternoon, allowing our…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In an effort to reduce carbon emissions and promote healthier living, Bike Walk Macon and the Macon-Bibb Transit Authority are teaming up to encourage Middle Georgians to consider alternate forms of transportation on Friday, May 26. Rachel Umana, the Executive Director of Bike Walk Macon, believes “Car Free Day” is a “win-win” situation for the individual…
KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – School meals are an important part of every child’s day, but one Middle Georgia food assistant is going the extra mile to serve up smiles. Pamela Heesh has worked as a Food Assistant at Matt Arthur Elementary School in Kathleen for nearly six years. This year, Heesh was named Southeast Region Employee of the Year by…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon community is coming together to remember LaSmockie Fountain, who lost her life to domestic violence in 2015. LaSmockie’s family and friends, along with law enforcement and county officials, gathered Tuesday afternoon to hang tags from a magnolia tree planted in La’Smockie’s honor. Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller and Bibb County Sheriff David Davis spoke out…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Elaine H. Lucas Senior Center is encouraging seniors in the community to keep moving and stay active with the recent addition of a brand new exercise room. Equipped with modern machinery such as treadmills and bike machines, as well as traditional fitness equipment like yoga balls and dumbbells, the exercise room caters to seniors of…
Flyer credit to Carl Vinson VA Medical CenterDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A food giveaway is being held on Wednesday at the Dublin VA Medical Center starting in the morning. The Love for the Community (LFTC), Buckhorn Food Ministries and Carl Vinson VA Medical Center are coming together to host a giveaway in which boxes of food will be given to…
Apple is continuing to make their devices more intuitive and accessible to everyone. Recently, they announced some new features that will make their devices, and some tasks, easier to navigate for those with disabilities. In today’s Tech Byte, a breakdown of what Apple’s new software can do. Up first is a feature called Assistive Access. Designed for people with cognitive…
Walmart is partnering with pet telehealth provider Pawp to offer Walmart+ subscribers free access to virtual veterinarians for a year, beginning today. The company is working to better compete with Amazon. Walmart is also looking to retain higher-income customers by making its subscription service more valuable. Some veterinarians say pet telehealth could be risky for animals, while others say it…
Rocket mortgage rolled out a conventional 1% down home loan program. Rocket’s new product, called One+, comes on the heels of a similar program by its rival, United Wholesale Mortgage. Buyer’s with an income equal to or less than 80% of the median income in their area who are looking for a single-family home qualify for One+ home loan. Workplace…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here’s this week’s Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia’s food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 15 and Friday, May 19, 2023. All scores of 69 and below are shown in red, which is considered unsatisfactory on the state’s scale. All scores between 70 and 99 are shown in black….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 59-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot this morning at a Macon gas station. According to a release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, it happened at the Citgo at 1803 Pio Nono Avenue, just after 0530 a.m. It was reported that there was a physical altercation in the parking lot during which …
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As another school year comes to an end, one middle Georgia student is sharing his story of how a sense of belonging helped him on the road to success. Tyler Carpenter is a 17-year-old content creator and senior at Southwest High School in Macon. In 2021, Tyler moved from Virginia to Georgia during the COVID-19 pandemic….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Girls Dig Deeper Initiative, a local girls mentoring group in Macon, is working to address and improve youth mental health in the region. The organization, known for its evidence-based programs and summer enrichment offerings, is focusing on grounding and relaxation techniques as part of a mental health checkup for teens. “We wanted to put this…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There’s a new addition to the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins! The Lockheed F117-A Nighthawk flew more than 70 combat missions, spanning from Operation Desert Storm to Operation Iraqi Freedom. The museum acquired the stealth aircraft from the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, and is the only F117-A to be on display…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After nine years, Ethiel Garlington, Executive Director of the Historic Macon Foundation, announced plans to step down and assume a new role as the second executive director of the nationally recognized 1772 Foundation. Garlington has made significant strides in the area of housing improvements and park restorations across Macon during his tenure as executive director. Historic…
We have been stuck in the clouds for much of the day with off-and-on rain and thunderstorms. Although most of the area is getting a break from the heavy rain right now, more rain is likely overnight. An area of low pressure to our south is to blame for today’s rain and storms. This low pressure will continue to feed…
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Jones County man has been arrested in connection to dogfighting and drug charges. The Jones County Sheriff’s Office says on Friday, May 19th, a search warrant was executed on Briarwood Circle in Jones County, and that investigators found about 7 pounds of marijuana and 5 firearms. Investigators also found what they believed to be evidence…
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Jones County man was arrested and charged with involuntary manslaughter and reckless conduct after accidentally shooting his roommate. According to the Jones County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a call concerning a person shot in Bakers Acres Mobile Home Park. The caller was 19-year-old De’Vante Ross, who said he and his roommate– 25-year-old Zachery Morris–…
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Monday afternoon, a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) crashed in Twiggs County– the driver was left injured. According to the Georgia State Patrol (GSP), around 12:45 p.m., the CMV was traveling east on I-16 near mile marker 29.5 in Twiggs when the driver lost control entered the median. The vehicle broke the cable barrier and overturned partially…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An 18-year-old was arrested after firing shots at a party in Houston County. The Perry Police Department says in the early hours of Saturday, May 20th, officers were sent to the area of Winstead Court in reference to multiple gunshots fired and speeding in the area. Officers found that there was a party taking place and…
Whether you’re looking to cool off on those hot summer days or relax by a koi pond, water features can refresh your backyard. They’re fun and can make summer so much more enjoyable. But, they are a big commitment. In today’s Ask Angi, some great options for any outdoor space. If you want to bring a peaceful atmosphere to your…