Samsung is considering changing its default search engine in its new line of smartphones from Google to Microsoft’s Bing. Alphabet pays billions of dollars to maintain Google’s default-search status on mobile phones. Samsung’s deal with Google is up for renewal soon. It’s worth an estimated 3 billion dollars in revenue to Google. There’s an Amazon alternative that says it caters…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Gators gone golfing! At least that’s what comes to mind when you hear that Bibb County’s Animal enforcement officer Rebecca Galeazzo spent her weekend rounding up four alligators found at Oakview Golf Course on Saturday and Sunday. Here’s a good look at the scaly sporters: According to the BCSO Facebook page, the gators were all wrangled…
Dr. Charles F. Stanley — Photo Credits to In Touch Ministries (41NBC/WMGT) — The influential pastor Dr. Charles Stanley– who was the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Atlanta for 50 years , as well as the leader of “In Touch Ministries”, has passed away. Known for his “In Touch” Ministries program now, Stanley got his start when his half-hour program…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man has been arrested in connection to an investigation from 2021 for Involuntary Manslaughter. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, on Monday around 8 p.m., investigators spotted a suspect who was wanted in connection to an incident that happened in January of 2021, in which the suspect got into a physical altercation with 54-year-old…
Earnings season is off to a great start. Results are in for 30 of the S&P 500 companies. Within the 10 percent of the index that have reported, 90% have trounced earnings estimates. This surprising result marks the best first week of a reporting period going back to at least 2012. Although it’s still early in earnings season, JPMorgan Chase,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High pressure moving into the Peach State will keep things hot and dry Tuesday. Today Conditions were clear and chilly to begin Tuesday in Middle Georgia. Now things are still clear, however it is warming up rapidly. Temperatures are expected to climb into the lower 80s across the region this afternoon. This is despite gentle winds…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia’s food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, April 10 and Friday, April 14, 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. All scores of 100…
Milledgeville, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Milledgeville Burger Week is back and better than ever! You’ll have a chance to visit sixteen restaurants from April 17 to the 23, each serving up a unique specialty burger. 41NBC had a chance to visit Ned Kelly’s Downstairs, described as an “Australian-themed pub with ‘build your own burgers’ as the specialty”. Ned Kelly’s won the Burger…
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As the tax deadline looms on Tuesday, tax preparers like Liberty Tax Services in Centerville are experiencing a surge in last-minute filers, many of whom are still waiting on necessary tax documents. To help ease the stress, Liberty Tax is encouraging individuals who haven’t filed yet to request an extension and ensure they have all their…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There’s a new space for visitors of downtown Macon to walk, shop and enjoy a meal. The Cotton Avenue Plaza is now open to the public. The outdoor plaza was designed by the Macon Action Plan to create a safe, walkable space for pedestrians along Second Street and Cotton Avenue. The project cost approximately $700,000 and…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Businesses along Eisenhower Parkway in Macon say they are seeing the benefits of beautification efforts in the area. The Eisenhower Business Improvement District, or EBID, is working to revitalize the Eisenhower Business Corridor. The group was formed by 93 businesses spanning from Interstate 475 to Oglesby Place. The businesses voluntarily decided to pay an ad valorem…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — High school soccer teams wrapped up first-round matchup on April 14, and the scores for 2A, 4A and 6A girls and boys are listed below. Boys 2A Rutland 3 Jeff Davis 2 ACE 4 Dodge County 2 4A Perry 3 Hardaway 1 West Laurens 1 Shaw 0 Baldwin 2 Cairo 8 6A Veterans 2 Evans 0…
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…
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….
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…
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…