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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man pleads guilty for attempting to rob bank he also robbed in 2013

41-year-old William Jeffrey Lowder Jr., faces up to 20 years in federal prison.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man recently released from prison for robbing a Macon bank in 2013, pleaded guilty this week to attempting to rob a bank at the same location earlier this year. 41-year-old William Jeffrey Lowder Jr., faces up to 20 years in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release and a $250,000 fine. According to…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Dry weather and sunshine return for the end of the week

Rain has finally moved out of Middle Georgia this evening, leaving us with dry weather through Friday. Highs warm to the 80s Thursday.
Cecilia Reeves,

Although most of Middle Georgia started out the day in the clouds, the skies have started to clear this afternoon. A few areas of clouds are still hanging around, but dry air will allow overnight lows to fall into the 50s. Thursday will bring a nice day to Middle Georgia with partly cloudy to mostly clear skies and highs in…

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Featured, Laurens County, Local News

Dublin student balances motherhood and academics, graduates early

Overcoming challenges and creating a new path, Darreonna Ford, a high school student who gave birth to the first baby in Laurens County this year, is celebrating her early graduation from Moore Street School in Dublin.
Edward Smart,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Overcoming challenges and creating a new path, Darreonna Ford, a high school student who gave birth to the first baby in Laurens County this year, is celebrating her early graduation from Moore Street School in Dublin. Ford was allowed by her school faculty to attend afternoon and evening classes this year, enabling her to graduate a…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man dies in afternoon crash on Millerfield Road in Macon

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office responded to the crash just after 4:20 p.m.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man is dead following a crash on Millerfield Road in Macon. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 3000 block of Millerfield Road just after 4:20 p.m. Deputies say a Dodge Wrecker crossed the center line and hit a Ford Econoline Van. The driver of the van then lost control of the vehicle…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, Local Sports, Sports

Farewell Tour: Reflecting on Russ Brown’s impact on Middle Georgia radio

After bringing laughter and sports banter to Middle Georgia radio for more than 16 years, Russ Brown will say goodbye to his listeners this week.
Tucker Sargent,

Russ BrownMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After bringing laughter and sports banter to Middle Georgia radio for more than 16 years, sports talk radio co-host Russ Brown is saying goodbye to his listeners this week. Known for his infectious laughter and connection with his audience, Brown has made an unforgettable impact on the region’s airwaves. The Milledgeville native, whose distinct laugh…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Robins Air Force Base honors fallen airmen with 46th annual memorial service

As Memorial Day nears, Robins Air Force Base is taking the time to honor the lives and legacies of airmen who have served and protected our nation over the years.
Brick Nelson,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— As Memorial Day nears, Robins Air Force Base is taking the time to honor the lives and legacies of airmen who have served and protected our nation over the years. In a solemn assembly at the Museum of Aviation on Wednesday, Robins Air Force Base leaders commemorated those who laid down their lives for our freedom…

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Bibb County, Crawford County, Featured, Local News

Two suspects arrested in connection to death of Olico Dennis

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two people have been arrested in connection to the homicide investigation of 24-year-old Olico Dennis, the missing man whose body was found in Crawford County on May 18th. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says that 2 suspects from Macon were arrested in connection to the homicide investigation of Dennis on Tuesday, May 23rd– the first of…

Tech Report: The Netflix Password Sharing Crackdown Hits The U.s.
Tech Report

Tech Report: The Netflix password sharing crackdown hits the U.S.

Finn Balfour,

Netflix is getting serious about its password sharing crackdown. Users in the U.S. are now receiving emails from Netflix, reiterating the new policies and warning that anyone using accounts outside their home will soon be cut off. American users who want to continue password sharing will have to pay a fee. To use an account outside the household, it now…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Alan Walden celebrates 80th birthday

Chace Ambrose,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – He was the manager of acts such as Otis Redding, Percy Sledge, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. He’s a Macon Music Icon and as of Tuesday, he’s 80 years old. Friends, family, and members of the Macon Music Community were invited to a private birthday bash for Alan Walden Tuesday night at the Society Garden. During the event, …
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

GBI investigates Dublin shooting

41NBC Web Producer,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – On Monday the Dublin Police Department requested the GBI’s assistance after a 17-year-old Dublin teenager was shot multiple times.  The teenager was shot just before 9pm in the 1200 block of Academy Avenue in Dublin.  He was taken to Atrium Health Navicent where he is in critical but stable condition.   No arrests have been made. The…

Morning Business Report: Retailers Are Making Returns More Difficult
Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Retailers are making returns more difficult

Finn Balfour,

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…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Two shot at Summit Apartments

41NBC Web Producer,

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…
Featured, Hancock County, Local News

GBI called in to investigate Sparta bank robbery

The Sparta Police Department says officers responded to a bank robbery at the Bank of Hancock on Broad Street.
Clayton Poulnott,

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…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Rain moves out Wednesday as warm weather returns

We will finally be getting a break from rain and clouds by Wednesday afternoon. Partly cloudy skies will allow us to warm into the 80s.
Cecilia Reeves,

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…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bike Walk Macon partners with Macon-Bibb Transit Authority to encourage alternate transportation Friday

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.
Edward Smart,

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…

Pamela Heesh
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Food assistant at Matt Arthur Elementary receives Employee of the Year award for bringing smiles to students

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.
Andrew Willis,

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…

Family Of Lasmockie Fountain Plants "tree Of Hope" To Observe The 8th Anniversary Of Her Death
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Family of LaSmockie Fountain plants ‘Tree of Hope’ to observe 8th anniversary of her death

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.
Andrew Willis,

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…

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Health & Fitness, Local News

Elaine H. Lucas Senior Center encourages seniors to use exercise room

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.
Drake Rozelle,

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…

Tech Byte: New Apple Features That Make Some Tasks More Accessible
Tech Byte

Tech Byte: New Apple features that make some tasks more accessible

Finn Balfour,

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…

Tech Report: Walmart Is Offering Pet Telehealth
Tech Report

Tech Report: Walmart is offering pet telehealth

Finn Balfour,

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…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores May 15-19

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.
Tucker Sargent,

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….

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man shot at Macon gas station

41NBC Web Producer,

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 …