Blue Bird Corportation
Featured, Local News, Peach County

UPDATE: Blue Bird workers in Fort Valley vote to join United Steelworkers Union

Workers at the Blue Bird Corporation in Fort Valley voted on Friday to join the United Steelworkers (USW) union, with approximately 1,400 workers becoming part of the USW after a successful organizing effort.
Andrew Willis,

UPDATE (5/12) –  Workers at the Blue Bird Corporation in Fort Valley voted on Friday to join the United Steelworkers (USW) union, with approximately 1,400 workers becoming part of the USW after a successful organizing effort. United Steelworkers International President Tom Conway welcomed the Blue Bird workers. “We’re proud that Blue Bird workers chose to join our union,” Conway said. “We’re…

Ask Angi: How To Keep Pests Out Of Your Home
Ask Angi

Ask Angi: How to keep pests out of your home

Finn Balfour,

Now that the weather is getting warmer, you may notice some uninvited guests in your home. Kevin Witt, owner of Witt Pest Control and Angi Pro is here to show you how to keep your home pest free. He’ll walk you through how to catch signs of a household pest issue early. Most people realize they have a pest problem…

Morning Business Report: Twitter Has A New Mystery Ceo
Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Twitter has a new mystery CEO

Finn Balfour,

Twitter owner Elon Musk recently announced that he picked a new chief executive, but did not name the person. The Wall Street Journal reports that NBCUniversal’s Head of Advertising, Linda Yaccarino, is in talks to become Twitter’s new CEO. Meanwhile, Twitter insiders are routing for the current Head of Trust and Safety, Ella Irwin. Whoever the new CEO is, they…

Mercer Women's Lacrosse Team To Play In Its Fifth Consecutive Ncaa National Tournament
Across Georgia Sports, Featured, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

Mercer Women’s Lacrosse team to play in its fifth consecutive NCAA National Tournament

Mercer will face Notre Dame on Friday, May 12, at 7 p.m. in Gainesville, Florida.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –For the fifth consecutive season, excluding the canceled 2020 COVID-19 year, the Mercer women’s lacrosse team has captured its conference tournament title, thus sending them to the NCAA National Tournament. Unfortunately for the Bears, they are still looking to earn their first national tournament victory. “We’ve been working for it for four years now, and every time…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

New Macon distillery plans to revive spirits, restore ecosystem

Longleaf Distillery, the first craft distillery in Macon's history, has opened its doors with a dual mission to revive old spirit recipes and help restore the lost ecosystem of longleaf pine forests across Middle and South Georgia.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Longleaf Distillery, the first craft distillery in Macon’s history, has opened its doors with a dual mission to revive old spirit recipes and help restore the lost ecosystem of longleaf pine forests across Middle and South Georgia. Owner Will Morrison aims to showcase the distillery’s products throughout Middle Georgia and collaborate with Piedmont Brewery and Fall…

Crossroads Of Georgia Cluster Dog Show
Featured, Houston County, Local News

More than 12,000 dogs competing in this weekend’s Crossroads of Georgia Cluster Dog Show

The Crossroads of Georgia Cluster Dog Show is happening Thursday through Sunday at the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry.
Andrew Willis,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Crossroads of Georgia Cluster Dog Show is happening Thursday through Sunday at the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry. More than 12,000 dogs are expected to compete, and all breeds are recognized by the American Kennel Club.  The Crossroads of Georgia Cluster Dog Show began in 1999 when the Macon Kennel Club partnered with the…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Area Habitat for Humanity helps 3 more families achieve homeownership

Macon Area Habitat for Humanity has helped three more people, including Sherome Harris and Erica Waller, become first-time homeowners, changing their financial futures and providing much-needed stability.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Area Habitat for Humanity has helped three more people, including Sherome Harris and Erica Waller, become first-time homeowners, changing their financial futures and providing much-needed stability. Both Harris and Waller had struggled to find affordable housing. “I was renting a house for four and a half years, and the rent just kept going up,” Harris…
Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

Deputies investigating armed robbery at Pio Nono auto parts store

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a commercial armed robbery that took place at O’Reilly Auto Parts on Pio Nono Ave Wednesday night. The BCSO says two masked men, covered in dark clothing entered the  store around at 9:44p.m. brandishing firearms. The men demanded money from the cashier. After receiving an undisclosed amount of money, the suspects…

Tech Report: Alphabet Unveils Ai 'snapshots'
Tech Report

Tech Report: Alphabet unveils AI ‘snapshots’

Finn Balfour,

Alphabet made several artificial intelligence announcements at its I/O developer conference. Alphabet also announced a new large language model, called Palm 2, which is powering 25 new products and features that the company is rolling out. The new model can write code, similar to ChatGPT, and currently supports more than 100 languages. Insurance is another industry that’s going high tech….
Crime, Featured, Local News, Monroe County

GBI investigating suicide of former Gray Mayor Stephen Tingen

Brick Nelson,

FORSYTH, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– The GBI is investigating the death of the former Mayor of Gray, Stephen Tingen. According to Monroe County Sheriff Brad Freeman, the Sheriff’s Office asked the GBI to look into the death of the former Mayor, who deputies say shot himself while deputies were serving a search warrant at his home in Forsyth last Thursday. Freeman says Tingen…
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Person struck by vehicle on Russell Parkway

41NBC Web Producer,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A victim who was struck by a vehicle this morning on Russell Parkway in Warner Robins is now being transported to Atrium Health Navicent in Macon. According to a release from the Warner Robins Police Department, it happened in the 700 block of Russell Parkway around 6am. When crews arrived the victim appeared unresponsive. The…

Bleckley County Clinches A Spot In The Ghsa A Division I State Final Four
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Bleckley County clinches a spot in the GHSA A Division I State Final Four (highlights)

Bleckley County will host Irwin County in the GHSA A Division I Final Four.
Shaaz Peerani,

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bleckley County Royals swept Social Circle in the doubleheader to advance to the GHSA A Division I State Playoffs Final Four. The Royals won game one 6-3 and game two 6-4 behind a game-clinching home run by Eli Mullis in the ninth inning. Bleckley County will host Irwin County in the semifinals on May 16….

Tattnall Square Academy Upsets Stratford Academy To Advance To The Giaa 4a Boys Soccer State Championship (highlights)
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Tattnall Square Academy upsets Stratford Academy to advance to the GIAA 4A Boys Soccer State Championship (highlights)

Tattnall Square Academy will face St. Anne-Pacelli in the 4A state finals.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Tattnall Square Academy boys soccer team upset Stratford Academy 4-3 in the GIAA 4A Soccer State Final Four to advance to the championship game. Stratford had beaten Tattnall twice in the regular season, but the Trojans got their revenge when it mattered most. Tattnall will look to win its first boys GIAA/GISA soccer state championship…

Train Tracks Mgn
Featured, Houston County, Local News

UPDATE: Watson Blvd./GA Hwy. 247 intersection closed until next week after train collision

According to the Warner Robins Police Department, Norfolk Southern says it will not have the railroad crossing repaired until May 16 due to the fabrication process of the crossing guard.
Tucker Sargent,

MGNUPDATE (9:52 p.m.) – According to the Warner Robins Police Department, Norfolk Southern says it will not have the railroad crossing repaired until May 16 due to the fabrication process of the crossing guard. WRPD says the Watson Blvd./Georgia Highway 247 intersection will be closed until repairs are complete. Police say barriers and detour signs have been posted. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ UPDATE (6…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Scattered storms possible Thursday with highs in the 80s

A stationary boundary that has set up over our area will be the starting point for a few storms Thursday afternoon. A few storms could become severe.
Cecilia Reeves,

It was a warm and pleasant day across Middle Georgia with just a few isolated showers popping up this afternoon. A cold front stalled over our area this afternoon, leaving dry, stable air north of the boundary. Overnight, clouds will start to push in, helping to keep lows mainly in the mid and upper 60s. Tomorrow will bring a similar…

Youth Violence Prevention Program Receives $90k Grant From Mvp
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Violence Prevention funds Next Level Community Development Center for youth programs

Macon Violence Prevention (MVP) is fostering positive change in the community by providing a $90,000 grant to Next Level Community Development Center, an after-school and summer program focused on violence prevention and supporting vulnerable youth.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Violence Prevention (MVP) is fostering positive change in the community by providing a $90,000 grant to Next Level Community Development Center, an after-school and summer program focused on violence prevention and supporting vulnerable youth. Lekesia Toomer, Executive Director of Next Level, says the program helps children build strong relationships. “Most of the children that are…

Mga Spring Commencement 2023
Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Middle Georgia State University confers first doctoral degrees during spring 2023 commencement

Students at Middle Georgia State University walked across the stage Wednesday to receive their degrees as part of spring commencement ceremonies.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Students at Middle Georgia State University walked across the stage Wednesday to receive their degrees as part of spring commencement ceremonies. The university conferred its first doctoral degrees this semester, with 28 graduates receiving their Doctorate of Science in Information Technology. Commencement is split up over two days, with Wednesday’s ceremonies honoring the School of Health…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

New E-11A BACN aircraft at Robins Air Force Base enhances military defense communications

The arrival of the E-11A Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) aircraft marks a new mission at Robins Air Force Base, aiming to improve the nation's military defense by strengthening communication between units.
Brick Nelson,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The arrival of the E-11A Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) aircraft marks a new mission at Robins Air Force Base, aiming to improve the nation’s military defense by strengthening communication between units. The BACN arrived at the base on April 24 under the command of the newly activated 18th Airborne Command and Control Squadron (ACCS)….

Nurses Week Therapy Dogs
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Therapy dogs visit nurses at Atrium Health Navicent to reduce stress, boost morale

As hospitals across the country celebrate National Nurses Week, nurses at Atrium Health Navicent in Macon got a visit from some furry friends.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As hospitals across the country celebrate National Nurses Week, nurses at Atrium Health Navicent in Macon got a visit from some furry friends. National Nurses Week takes place every year from May 6 to May 12 in recognition of the hard work and service nurses provide to their patients. Atrium Health Navicent Assistant Vice President of…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Perry’s 3rd Annual Art in the Park festival showcases Middle Georgia talent this weekend

The 3rd annual Perry Art in the Park festival returns to Heritage Oaks Park in Perry this Saturday, May 13, offering visitors an opportunity to witness local artists creating outdoor masterpieces in real time.
Brick Nelson,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 3rd annual Perry Art in the Park festival returns to Heritage Oaks Park in Perry this Saturday, May 13, offering visitors an opportunity to witness local artists creating outdoor masterpieces in real time. The festival, running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., will feature regional artists, a free immersive arts area, family activities, food trucks…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Baldwin man arrested after stalking and shooting a woman

Haley Janes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —  A 22-year-old Baldwin County man has been arrested after stalking and shooting a woman at an apartment off Highway 49. According to a release from the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a domestic dispute call involving gunfire around 8:45 a.m. at an apartment at 196 Highway 49. The victim in the incident, a 22-year-old…

Morning Business Report: Yuengling Launches Limited Edition Cans In Support Of Veterans
Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Yuengling launches limited edition cans in support of veterans

Finn Balfour,

Brewer Yuengling has launched limited-edition red, white, and blue cans to support veterans. This timely marketing move by Yuengling positions the brand to scoop up Bud Light’s ex-customer base. Each can also boasts a QR code that links to merchandise, country music, and information about its summer concert series. A new report finds new college graduates are overestimating their starting…