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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Water Authority wins Best Tasting Drinking Water in Georgia

The Macon Water Authority (MWA) has been awarded the title of Best Tasting Drinking Water in Georgia by the Georgia Section of the American Water Works Association (GAWWA).
Tucker Sargent,

MWA Photo: The quality of raw water in Javors Lucas Lake that supplies the Amerson Water Treatment Plant (both pictured) allowed the MWA to produce the Best Tasting Drinking Water in Georgia this year, as judged recently by the Georgia Section of the American Water Works Association (GAWWA).MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Water Authority (MWA) has been awarded the…

Desonya Mace
Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Woman charged with DUI after accident, juveniles taken to hospital

The Sheriff's Office says deputies were called to Abercrombie Road in reference to an accident with injuries on Monday around 2 a.m.
Clayton Poulnott,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —Two juveniles are in the hospital and a woman is in jail after an accident in Monroe County. The Sheriff’s Office says deputies were called to Abercrombie Road in reference to an accident with injuries on Monday around 2 a.m. That’s where they found the driver, Desonya Mace and two juveniles. While investigating and speaking with Mace,…

Eddie Anderson
Featured, Local News, Monroe County

MCSO: man becomes violent during domestic dispute, sets car on fire

On April 30, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a home on Christian Road in reference to a domestic dispute.
Clayton Poulnott,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —Monroe County deputies arrested a man, accused of getting violent with his girlfriend and setting his car on fire. On April 30, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a home on Christian Road in reference to a domestic dispute. Once deputies arrived, they learned Eddie Anderson had been drinking and became violent with his girlfriend. When…

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

3 juveniles arrested after police pursuit in Monroe County

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says deputies clocked a car going 95 miles per hour on I-75 south just past the Johnstonville Road exit.
Clayton Poulnott,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three juveniles are behind bars after leading Monroe County deputies on a chase. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says deputies clocked a car going 95 miles per hour on I-75 south just past the Johnstonville Road exit. Deputies say when they tried to stop the car, the driver sped off. After a short pursuit, the vehicle…
Featured, Local News, Monroe County

3 caught, 3 still on the run after chase

Deputies then located the stolen vehicle speeding on GA Highway 41 headed towards Bibb County.
Clayton Poulnott,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is searching for three men after arresting three others during a police chase. On April 28, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office received a FLOCK Camera alert around 4 a.m. in reference to a stolen vehicle in the area of GA Highway 41. Deputies then located the stolen vehicle speeding on GA Highway…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Arrest made in Saturday shooting that left man dead

A 20-year-old man is now charged with murder in connection with the death of 43-year-old Lemuel Wilson.
Haley Janes,

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeUPDATE (5/1 – 8 p.m.): A 20-year-old man is now charged with murder in connection with the death of 43-year-old Lemuel Wilson. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says investigators linked Isaiah Joshua Bailey to Wilson’s death and detained and questioned him on Monday after Bailey agreed to meet with investigators. Bailey was taken into…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Start your spring cleaning with 30-day organizing challenge

Darra McClendon, with Simply Ordered Solutions, has a few tips to launch your spring cleaning goals
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – When it comes to spring cleaning, it can be tough to begin. Professional organizer Darra McClendon, with Simply Ordered Solutions, has a few tips about how to get started. McClendon shares the first five steps of her 30-day organizing challenge. She says you can start any time and continue for 30-days. And if you feel overwhelmed,…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured

Macon student surpasses 5 million words read milestone, receives surprise visit from Georgia Superintendent

A Bibb County student at Alexander II Magnet School received a surprise visit Monday by Georgia Superintendent Richard Woods in recognition of his impressive reading achievement. Eldon Roberson recently exceeded the 5 million words read mark in his Accelerated Reading Program, becoming the only student in his school to do so.
Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County student at Alexander II Magnet School received a surprise visit Monday by Georgia Superintendent Richard Woods in recognition of his impressive reading achievement. Eldon Roberson recently exceeded the 5 million words read mark in his Accelerated Reading Program, becoming the only student in his school to do so. Roberson, an avid reader, faced…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Macon high school seniors commit to teaching careers

Ten graduating seniors from Hutchings College & Career Academy's "Teaching as a Profession" pathway confirmed their intent to pursue careers as educators on Monday.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Ten graduating seniors from Hutchings College & Career Academy’s “Teaching as a Profession” pathway confirmed their intent to pursue careers as educators on Monday. Students in the program also had the opportunity to nominate teachers who positively influenced their career paths. Future Georgia educator Angel Lott shared her motivation for choosing a teaching career. “I want…

Milledgeville Water Issues
Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Milledgeville officials working to resolve city’s water issues

Milledgeville officials say they are in the planning stages of updating the city’s infrastructure after homes and businesses spent nearly a week with low water levels.
Andrew Willis,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Milledgeville officials say they are in the planning stages of updating the city’s infrastructure after homes and businesses spent nearly a week with low water levels. The city lifted its boil water advisory on Saturday after tests for bacteria indicated the water was safe to drink. Hank Griffeth, the City Manager, says the most recent water…

Tech Byte: The Ai Making Recycling More Effective
Tech Byte

Tech Byte: The AI making recycling more effective

Finn Balfour,

Although taking out the trash and recycling are part of our daily lives, many of us are doing it incorrectly. Meaning that much of what gets thrown in to the recycling bin, doesn’t actually get recycled. Let’s take a look at how technology is making it easier than ever to make sure your recycling doesn’t wind up in a landfill….

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon man wanted for beer theft from Circle K

The incident happened at the Circle K located at 2580 Riverside Drive.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office needs help identifying and locating a man whole stole beer from a Circle K.  The incident happened around 5:30pm on March 26th at the Circle K located at 2580 Riverside Drive. Deputies say the suspect entered the store and then put a 24-pack of beer in his blue and grey backpack….

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

Shooting at Barrington Place leaves man in critical condition

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting incident that happened in the 4300 block of Barrington Place, just before 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the aggravated assault incident happened when a 32-year-old man living in a home at the 4300 Block of Barrington Place got into an altercation with a unknown male…

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

Shooting on Bashon Court leaves teen injured

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that was reported to have taken place in the 6000 Block of Bashon Court on Saturday morning at 7:28am. According to the Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the scene and made contact with a 16-year-old male inside of the residence, who was suffering from a gunshot wound. Emergency…

Keion Dondrea Freeman
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office searching for shooting suspect

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man wanted in connection with a shooting that happened Saturday (April 29th)  afternoon. According to the sheriff’s office, a 64-year-old man was walking near the intersection when he got into an argument with 43-year-old Keion Dondrea Freeman. During the argument, Freeman pulled out a small caliber firearm and…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man wanted for robbery of Lizella Game Store

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a suspect in connection to a robbery that took place Saturday night. They say the incident happened just after 9:35 p.m. at the Lizella game store on Holley Road. A picture of the suspect can be seen here: Its reported that the he came into the store brandishing a…

Tech Report: Study Finds Chatgpt Struggles With Math
Tech Report

Tech Report: Study finds ChatGPT struggles with math

Finn Balfour,

A new study finds ChatGPT struggles with math and is unlikely to replace accountants. Despite near-perfect GRE and Bar scores, the AI model sometimes struggles with basic math functions. The study, led by Brighma Young professor David Wood, found the platform often struggles to understand mathematical processes. It also found that ChatGPT often embellishes data to cover up mistakes when…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Dry and blustery weather kicks off the month of May

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Strong winds and low humidity are taking over the Peach State following a weekend cold front. Today A few scattered clouds will hang around the region until lunchtime. After that, clear skies will stick with Middle Georgia the rest of the way today. Temperatures will peak in the low to mid 70s around the region, about…

Gmc Prep School Makes The Ghsa Boys Soccer State Championship Game
Across Georgia Sports, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

GMC Prep School makes GHSA Boys Soccer State Championship Game

GMC looks to win its third state championship in four seasons.
Shaaz Peerani,

MILLEDGVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Military College Prep School boys soccer team clinched a spot in the GHSA A Division II Soccer State Title game for the third season out of the last four. After scoring three goals in the first half, the Bulldogs defeated Mt. Zion 3-0. GMC won the state title in 2019 and 2021 and will…

Project Search Signing Day
Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Special education students offered internships through Project SEARCH

Students will attend a nine month program, learn new skills and get help with writing resumes and applying for jobs.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It was a big day for high school students with disabilities in Bibb County, as they signed commitment letters for a nine month internship program. Westside High School students Rashaun Warren and Jonathan Stanley Jr. signed their letters of commitment to intern with Middle Georgia State University (MGA). The school offers students with disabilities internships on…