Amazon Prime signed a multi-year deal with the Professional Pickleball Association. Amazon will now provide coverage of four tournaments per year through its streaming service. The coverage will kick off Thursday, with a four-day tournament. Amazon Prime isn’t the only place you can watch pickleball, though. The PPA tour, featuring 20-plus tournaments in 2023, can be seen across a variety…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Houston County man and a teen are sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole in connection to a deadly shooting. The Houston County District Attorney’s Office says 22-year-old Ricky Martin Junior pleaded guilty to Felony Murder in the July 2021 shooting death of Gregory Lee Arnett. Additionally, 15-year-old Anys Smith also…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The death of a Macon woman is linked to high-profile serial killer Samuel Little, more than 40 years later. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office reports it teamed up with the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) to solve the case and return her remains home to Macon. In 1977, investigators found the remains of a 20-year-old woman off…
The IRS announced the largest ever increase to the amount Americans can set aside in Health Savings Accounts each year. For 2024, the maximum HSA contribution will be $8,300 for a family and $4,150 for an individual. That’s up from $7,750 for a family and $3,850 for an individual in 2023. Participants age 55 and older can contribute an extra…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Excitement is in the air as Bibb County school leaders gear up to reveal the district’s highly anticipated next strategic plan. The presentation is scheduled to take place this afternoon at the school board’s committee meeting, starting at four o’clock. Dubbed as “#Built4Bibb: More Victory Planned,” the strategic plan is expected to outline the roadmap for the…
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is making an economic development trip to Israel. Kemp spokesperson Garrison Douglas confirmed the trip Wednesday. Douglas said Kemp will be meeting with Israeli companies that do business in the state, as well as with government officials. For security reasons, Douglas said he couldn’t provide the exact itinerary, but he said the governor…
It has been another stormy evening across much of Middle Georgia, with a few strong storms as well. Overnight we will see a few more showers and storms, but severe weather does not look likely. The big change for our forecast tomorrow will come from a wedge front (aka backdoor cold front). This front will be moving in from the…
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin is championing healthy living and supporting homeless veterans through its annual VA2K Walk and Roll event. Aimed at inspiring veterans and the community to become more active in everyday life, the event also serves as an outreach for homeless veterans. “There’s something for everybody out here,” Army Veteran…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As graduation approaches, high school seniors are preparing to say goodbye to their teachers and begin a new chapter in life. In Baldwin County, the community supports its graduating class with a very special tradition. “It’s a huge accomplishment and a huge celebration to reach such a milestone, ” Baldwin County School District Superintendent Dr. Noris…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In a show of gratitude and unity, the city of Warner Robins is honoring National Police Week with a series of community events. The police department gathered with the community Wednesday to pay tribute to fallen officers and pray for those currently serving. “We need to be praying for them, and we need to be…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — All North Monroe County water system customers are under a boil water advisory until at least Thursday morning (May 18th). According to the Monroe County Board of Commissioners, the county’s water system management firm reconnected its North Monroe County water system to Butts County’s water system Tuesday afternoon after repairs were completed to the broken motor…
Verizon is trimming the cost and number of its wireless plans. The company hopes the change will make their plans less confusing and attract customers it has been losing to rivals. The new prices will range from $30 to $80 per line. The Justice Department has charged a former Apple engineer with attempting to steal the firm’s technology. They allege…
(NBC News/WXIA)- Farmers across the state of Georgia are bracing for a challenging peach season due to adverse weather conditions earlier this year. Consumers may face limited availability of locally grown peaches at grocery stores this summer as the impact of the weather takes its toll on the crop. Jarl Echols, co-owner of Jaemor Farms, expressed concerns about the dwindling…
As consumers slow down spending on non-essential items, Target is looking to become a go-to for grocery shopping. The company has tried to stand out by selling its own unique food and beverage items, raising its fresh food standards, and appealing to shoppers seeking convenience. Only 21 percent of Target’s annual sales came from food and beverage. Meanwhile, Walmart gets…
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Bleckley County Royals fell in the GHSA A Division I Baseball State Playoffs Final Four, suffering two losses to Irwin County. The Royals hosted the matchup but were unable to capitalize on home-field advantage, losing game one 8-4 and game two 10-3. This marks the Royals’ best season finish since the 2018-19 season, when they also…
FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller presented his proposed budget for the 2024 fiscal year on Tuesday, featuring decreased tax rates and increased funding for community services. The budget addresses public and pedestrian safety, beautification, recreation and code enforcement such as the ongoing fight against blight. The millage rate, or property tax rate, has been reduced for…
It has been a stormy evening for many of us across Middle Georgia with more storms possible into the overnight hours. Clouds will stick around for most of the evening, keeping conditions warm and muggy. Some patchy fog will be possible into the morning hours Wednesday. A cold front will be dropping into the area through the day on Wednesday,…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Following a recent incident in which a train collided with a flatbed truck on Watson Boulevard, the Warner Robins Police Department is urging residents to exercise greater caution at railroad crossings. Warner Robins resident Alyssa Russell witnessed the aftermath of the crash. “I am more cautious about how quickly or how slowly I go over…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — To encourage more pet adoptions, the Macon-Bibb County Animal Service Center is waiving the usual adoption fee for the month of May, saving prospective pet owners around $100 per adoption. Adoption Coordinator Elvin Vargas urges anyone interested in adopting a pet to visit the center and meet the animals. “We have an influx of puppies and…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful has been honored with a prestigious Governor’s Circle award, recognizing its substantial contributions toward reducing litter and minimizing waste in the community. The local organization is one of several Keep America Beautiful affiliates across the state to receive the esteemed recognition. The award highlights the significant strides the groups have made in promoting…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Warner Robins is gearing up for its 40th annual Independence Day Celebration, a milestone event that also marks the 80th anniversary of the city’s founding. This year’s festivities will feature live music from renowned artists and conclude with a spectacular fireworks show. “I’ve done it every year since I was a child, but it always…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — City leaders in Warner Robins came together with working mothers Tuesday to provide them with the resources necessary for balancing work and motherhood. Mayor LaRhonda Patrick invited several Warner Robins mothers to participate in the city’s first Mommy Leaders Round Table discussion. Panelists addressed a variety of topics, including engaging children in extracurricular activities and…
Isn’t it frustrating when you get the wrong order at the drive-thru? A lot of fast food restaurants want to make that a thing of the past, and they’re using technology to do it. In today’s Tech Byte, you’ll get a look at how fast food chains are using AI to improve the drive-thru experience. CKE Restaurant Holding says that…
UPDATE (5/16): The victim of the shooting, 56-year-old Jim Mack Johnson of Hawkinsville, has died. GBI agents have charged Napoleon Flowers, the person arrested in connection to the shooting incident, with malice murder and felony murder. EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Bureau Investigation arrests a Cochran man in connection with a shooting in Eastman. 21-year-old Napoleon Flowers, has been…