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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Monroe County sports complex destroyed by fire, owners vow to rebuild

A fire consumed Bulldog Sportsplex, an indoor baseball and sports training facility in Monroe County, leaving the owners determined to rebuild their dream from the ashes.
Brick Nelson,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A fire consumed Bulldog Sportsplex, an indoor baseball and sports training facility in Monroe County, leaving the owners determined to rebuild their dream from the ashes. The fire, which happened on Saturday, destroyed the complex just two weeks after its grand opening on April 1. “It’s like having a dream and then watching your dream just…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Salvation Army raises money through golf charity event

The Salvation Army of Greater Macon is hosting its third annual charity golf event to raise funds for homeless families and veterans, with the goal of surpassing last year's total of $17,000.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Salvation Army of Greater Macon is hosting its third annual charity golf event to raise funds for homeless families and veterans, with the goal of surpassing last year’s total of $17,000. The event was held at Brickyard Golf Club in Macon. This year’s proceeds are expected to exceed $20,000. “Today’s golf tournament, the third annual…

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Featured, Laurens County, Local News

Carl Vinson VA launches wayfinding app to help patients navigate expansive campus

The Dublin VA has introduced a new patient engagement mobile app to help visitors navigate its expansive campus, which features 4.2 miles of hallways.
Edward Smart,

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center rolls out new app to help with the check-in processCarl Vinson VA Medical CenterDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Carl Vinson VA has introduced a new patient engagement mobile app to help visitors navigate its expansive campus, which features 4.2 miles of hallways. The app serves as a wayfinding tool, assisting patients in locating their destinations…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Milledgeville Burger Week: Shima Sushi Bar and Grill Surf and Turf Burger

Downtown Milledgeville is once again hosting its popular Burger Week from April 17-23, featuring 16 local eateries, each offering a unique specialty burger.
Drake Rozelle,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Downtown Milledgeville is once again hosting its popular Burger Week from April 17-23, featuring 16 local eateries, each offering a unique specialty burger. One participating restaurant, Shima Sushi Bar and Grill, may not typically be known for burgers, but owner Ivan Manoylov has ensured its inclusion in the competition since 2022. This year, Shima is presenting…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

High pressure keeps weather warm and calm for the week

High pressure has moved into Middle Georgia and will be keeping us dry for the week. Highs will warm back to the 80s Tuesday
Cecilia Reeves,

It has been a beautiful day across Middle Georgia after a cold front moved through last night. High pressure behind the front will continue moving over our area through the day Tuesday, helping to keep the skies clear. Tuesday will bring us a warm-up back to the 80s by the afternoon. As high pressure pushes to our east,  winds will…

Tech Report: Best Buy Is Cutting Jobs Across The U.s.
Tech Report

Tech Report: Best Buy is cutting jobs across the U.S.

Finn Balfour,

Best Buy is cutting store jobs across the country. The Wall Street Journal reports that the electronics retailer is looking to trim costs and shift its business more towards e-commerce. The electronics company plans to eliminate hundreds of “consultant” roles. Consultants are store workers who specialize in selling more complex products, such as computers and smartphones. Google is scrambling to…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Fire weather risks up for Middle Georgia Monday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Plenty of sun and heat are expected across Middle Georgia this week as high pressure dominates the Southeastern US. Today Following a relatively cloudy weekend Middle Georgia saw the sun return bright and early Monday. A few clouds still remained during the sunrise hours, but those have since moved out to to the east. Clear conditions…

Morning Report: Social Security Recipients May See Smaller Increases Next Year
Morning Business Report

Morning Report: Social Security recipients may see smaller increases next year

Finn Balfour,

The Social Security Cost-of-Living adjustment could be much smaller next year. Recipients saw an 8.7 percent bump this year, the highest in decades. Social Security benefits could increase by just 3 percent or less in 2024 as inflation fades. Regional Banks report earnings this week. Many say they are paying depositors more to keep them. Small and midsize U.S. banks…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Sunshine and warm temperatures return Saturday, storms possible Sunday

Saturday will be a beautiful day across Middle Georgia, with clear skies and highs in the 80s. Severe storms will be possible Sunday
Cecilia Reeves,

We saw the last of our rain and storms move out early this evening in Middle Georgia, leaving us with a nice, dry night. Tomorrow will bring a beautiful spring day to the area, with clear skies and highs in the 80s. By Saturday evening clouds will push in, ahead of our next round of showers. There is a chance…

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Bleckley County, Featured, Local News

Tornado damages high school gym, tennis court in Bleckley County

After storms swept through Middle Georgia on Thursday, some residents in Bleckley County are now cleaning up and assessing the damage caused by the severe weather.
Edward Smart,

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After storms swept through Middle Georgia on Thursday, some residents in Bleckley County are now cleaning up and assessing the damage caused by the severe weather. Among the affected areas is Bleckley County High School, where a confirmed EF-0 tornado hit the gym and tennis court. Despite the damage, Director of Operations Stanley Thompson remains optimistic….

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Langston Road Elementary hosts ‘Purple Up Day’ parade to support military children

Langston Road Elementary School in Perry hosted a Purple Up Day parade on Friday to show support for children of military families in Middle Georgia.
Andrew Willis,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Langston Road Elementary School in Perry hosted a Purple Up Day parade on Friday to show support for children of military families in Middle Georgia. Parents serving in the military were invited to walk with their children as the school’s Military Kids Club hosted the event. The club holds monthly meetings for students with family members…

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Featured, Laurens County, Local News

Dublin elementary students get up close with live beehive during Bee Day event

Susie Dasher Elementary School students were abuzz with excitement Friday as they got a rare opportunity to see a live beehive up close during the school's Bee Day.
Andrew Willis,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Susie Dasher Elementary School students were abuzz with excitement Friday as they got a rare opportunity to see a live beehive up close during the school’s Bee Day. Greg and Tracy Graham, beekeepers from Lime Sink Creek Honey, gave a presentation on the importance of bees and how they contribute to the environment. Students were able…

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Featured, Local News, Washington County

Deputies: 3 arrested for attempting to smuggle contraband into Washington State Prison

Deputies say they were patrolling the area of Davisboro Thursday when they noticed a suspicious vehicle in the 13000 block of Highway 24 East. That led to the arrest of three suspects for attempting to smuggle contraband into Washington State Prison.
Tucker Sargent,

DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies say they were patrolling the area of Davisboro Thursday when they noticed a suspicious vehicle in the 13000 block of Highway 24 East. That led to the arrest of three suspects for attempting to smuggle contraband into Washington State Prison. That’s according to a Washington County Sheriff’s Office Facebook post, which says the investigation revealed…

Tech Report: Most Americans Say They Have Experienced Sonic Snooping
Tech Report

Tech Report: Most Americans say they have experienced sonic snooping

Finn Balfour,

According to cybersecurity company NordVPN, more than half of Americans says they have been the victim of sonic snooping. Sonic snooping is where apps on your smartphone listen in to background noise, including conversations, to gather more information about you. This common tactic can be spotted when an ad for something you recently talked about or watched on TV appears…

Morning Report: More Women Are Out Earning Their Husbands
Morning Business Report

Morning Report: More women are out-earning their husbands

Finn Balfour,

More women are out-earning their husbands, but still pick up a heavier load at home. The share of women who earn as much as or significantly more than their husbands has roughly tripled over the last half-century, according to a new Pew Research Center survey. The report also found women are still doing about as much housework. Meanwhile, Wells Fargo…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Council of Clergy discusses Macon issues, solutions at annual luncheon

Macon-Bibb's Council of Clergy gathered at their annual luncheon Thursday to discuss issues in Macon and ways to solve them. The meeting featured speakers from various organizations, including Resilient Macon, Central Georgia Technical College, and U Create Macon.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb’s Council of Clergy gathered at their annual luncheon Thursday to discuss issues in Macon and ways to solve them. The meeting featured speakers from various organizations, including Resilient Macon, Central Georgia Technical College, and U Create Macon. “We try to have multiple groups from within the community that are doing good work come and share…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary students receive books through Book Blast fundraiser

Students helped raise more than $8,000 in their school's Book Blast fundraiser.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Students at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary in Macon received a special delivery… of books! Faculty delivered books Thursday to each student as a reward for their participation in the school’s Book Blast fundraiser. Students sent out requests to the community to support reading by sponsoring a student or purchasing books. The school was able…

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Bibb County, Entertainment, Featured, Local News

‘Picnic in the Park’ returns to Macon Saturday with food trucks, live music and family fun

Picnic in the Park, hosted by Macon-Bibb Parks and Recreation, is happening on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Food trucks, live music and family fun are all on the menu for “Picnic in the Park,” returning to Macon’s Carolyn Crayton Park this weekend. The event, hosted by Macon-Bibb Parks and Recreation, is happening on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. According to Kalyn Collins, senior administrative assistant for Macon-Bibb Parks and Recreation, the…

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Baldwin County, Education, Featured, Jones County, Local News

Georgia College student named first Truman Scholar in school history

Georgia College and State University made history on Wednesday with the announcement of its first-ever Truman Scholar: Jones County native Colin Hall.
Brick Nelson,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia College and State University made history on Wednesday with the announcement of its first-ever Truman Scholar. Colin Hall, a junior political science major, was surprised by faculty and staff with the news that he had been selected as a 2023 Truman Scholar. “When it was announced, I was speechless and so excited and proud to…

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Featured, Jones County, Local News

Jones County Deputy fired, arrested, and charged for Sexual Exploitation of Children

Haley Janes,

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A deputy with the Jones County Sheriff’s Office was fired, taken into custody, and charged with Sexual Exploitation of Children. Sheriff Reece made a post on the JCSO’s Facebook page describing the incident, saying that Deputy Kevin Harden had been with JCSO since 2017. Reece thanks the Child Exploitation and Computer Crimes Unit of the Georgia…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

ATF and NSSF to offer 10K reward for help in Howard’s Pawn theft case

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)  is working with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) to offer a reward to whose who can help with the investigation involving 60 firearms stolen from Howard’s Pawn and Jewelry on Mercer University Drive on April 5th. The ATF is working to investigate the theft of the…

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Bibb County, Entertainment, Featured, Local News

Visit Macon ‘Drink the Pink’ winners announced

More than 20 businesses submitted nearly 40 pink-themed items.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Visit Macon announces the winners of the first-ever ‘Drink the Pink’ contest. The contest is part of the newly launched Pink Provisions Trail. It highlighted all of the pink-themed food and drinks from Macon businesses during the 10-day International Cherry Blossom Festival. In all, more than 20 businesses submitted nearly 40 pink-themed items. Voting for the…