FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A pitchers’ duel in Fort Valley goes Peach County’s way as they win 2-1 against Taylor County. Peach County scored both of its runs in the fourth inning. The first run came on a steal from Torin Helms, and the second on an RBI triple from Bryce Harrelson. Trojans’ starting pitcher Jackson Peavy threw five-hitless…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An offensive outpour from the Mercer Bears sealed a 10-2 victory over Alabama State. The Bears scored a run in every single inning and put up seven runs in the third and fourth inning combined. Mercer hit four home runs, one from Kylie Helm and Avery Barton, while Tori Hedgecock nailed two bombs in the outing….
We had a cold start in Middle Georgia today, with lows in the 20s early this morning, but highs warmed to the 60s by the afternoon. Thursday will be similar, with a cold start in the low 30s and a nice warm-up later in the day. A Freeze Warning is in effect until 10 am Thursday for all of Middle…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Local bars and restaurants are offering a way for you to stay refreshed during the Cherry Blossom Festival with pink-themed drinks. To celebrate the Pinkest Party on Earth, bars and restaurants throughout Macon offer pink-themed drinks to guests each year. This year, you will be able to vote on your favorite drink. The Pink Drink Contest…
Photo: Houston County District Attorney’s OfficePERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Centerville woman was convicted Tuesday on the charges of homicide by vehicle in the first degree and driving under the influence. That’s according to a news release from the Houston County District Attorney’s Office, which said the conviction was reached with a blind plea by the defendant. 26-year-old Jennifer Lynn…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mykayla Whitehead, a high school student who runs her own self-care business making soaps and candles, has won the Bibb County FLEX Competition. The competition was designed to invest in smaller communities and provide students interested in starting their own small businesses with the skills they need to succeed. Whitehead, one of three students who competed,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 28-acre plot of land has been transformed into a new neighborhood park, which was officially dedicated by Macon-Bibb County officials on Wednesday. North Highlands Park is located near the intersection of Boulevard and North Avenue. The park boasts a new basketball court, walking trail and swing set. According to Historic Macon, the park aims to…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Salvation Army of Macon is supporting the community by hosting a spring rummage sale offering clothes, furniture and other items for the homeless, veterans, and family members. We spoke with Corps Administrator Sarah Sturdivant about why it’s important for the organization and the community. “I think it helps get the word out of what we’re…
If you need ideas for Easter baskets this year, both Apple and Samsung have new phones that would be great fits. See the new phones released for spring, their features, and where you can get them. Apple is continuing their tradition of putting out colorful, springtime phones with the iPhone 14 and 14 plus. This year’s color is yellow. This…
OpenAI announces GPTt-4 and claims it can beat 90% of humans on the SAT. According to the company, GPT-4 performed at the 90th percentile on a simulated bar exam. The AI landed in the 93rd percentile on an SAT reading exam, and the 89th percentile on the SAT math exam. Meta platforms is cutting 10 thousand jobs. It will also…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man has been arrested in connection to three vehicles that were stolen this week. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were investigating a report concerning 2 stolen vehicles on Tuesday morning around 7:30 a.m. at Cherokee Brick Company, at 3250 Waterville Road. While there, deputies found the reported stolen vehicles in a nearby,…
Walmart is pledging to give Easter shoppers some relief. The nation’s largest retailer announced in a blog post on Monday that it will offer Easter meal and basket essentials at last year’s prices. This means customers will be able to get an Easter meal and basket for under $100 each, according to Walmart. The company noted that over half of…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Jozsef Rohrbacher’s ninth-inning two-run walk-off home run gave the Mercer Bears an 11-9 victory over in-state foe Georgia State. The Panthers got out to a quick 3-0 lead in the first inning, but a six-run third inning gave the Bears a hefty lead. Georgia State tied the game at nine in the top of the ninth,…
It was a chilly day in Middle Georgia and clear skies will be keeping it cold overnight as well. A Freeze Warning has been issued for all of Middle Georgia through 11 am Wednesday. Temperatures across the area will be dropping to around freezing, so make sure to protect any sensitive vegetation. Throughout the day Wednesday, sunshine will help us…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County judge makes a decision to terminate a service that monitors suspects out on bond. Following Superior Court Judge Howard Simms’ termination of a bond monitoring service, eight suspects who were formally out on bond are now back in jail. The use of Eagle Monitoring Services, LLC is now prohibited in Macon-Bibb County after…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Public Health is warning people of an increase in overdoses related to a tranquilizer used by veterinarians. Xylazine has been increasingly found in illegal drugs across Georgia and can cause the skin to rot with repeated use, according to health officials. “Xylazine is a tranquilizer used by veterinarians,” Program Director at…
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Jones County Sheriff’s Office arrested 9 people while conducting a road safety check on Saturday, March 11th, 6 of those were arrested for drug related offenses. The JCSO says within hours of the road safety check at Highway 49 and Bowen Hill Road, the following were arrested for these charges: David Brad Land — Possession…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Perry says it wants to address concerns about a possible increase in crime related short-term rentals, including Airbnb properties. The Perry city manager cited a study indicating long-term problems with clustering short term rentals. The study correlates high rates of Airbnb’s to higher crime rates. Community Development Director Bryan Wood explained the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Fort Hawkins foundation is set to reopen its doors to visitors in honor of Macon’s bicentennial. The historic site, located in east Macon, will provide a re-education of its history in a unique way. The original fort, built between 1806 and 1810, has been part of Macon’s history from relations with the Muscogee Indians to…
According to Axios and the FAA, airports are getting new software that will make takeoff safer. The software automatically warns air traffic controllers if an inbound aircraft may be lining up to land on a taxiway rather than a runway. It uses radar and other sensors to detect hazards. This safety feature has been installed at 43 major airports nationwide….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cooler temperatures are expected Tuesday afternoon despite the continuing sunshine over Middle Georgia. Today Clear skies will stick with Middle Georgia all day. Temperatures will peak in the mid to upper 50s with wind chills likely hanging in the low to mid 50s. Sustained winds from the north-northwest will range from 5-15 mph with gusts pushing…
Wall Street’s confidence in regional banks remain shaky today. First Republic shares fell more than 60% and were briefly halted for volatility. Western Alliance Bancorp’s stock also fell 47%, and PacWest Bancorp fell more than 20%. Some customers have been taking their money out of these smaller banks and depositing it into “too big to fail” banks. President Biden’s assurances…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Plans are underway for a new mural in downtown Forsyth to highlight the achievements of the city’s African American residents. The Hubbard Alumni Association is working with the city of Forsyth to paint a new mural featuring historical and living Black residents of Monroe County. Some of the residents who will be displayed on the mural…
Skies cleared today across Middle Georgia, in the wake of a cold front that pushed through on Sunday. Clear skies this evening will lead to lows in the mid 30s, with wind chills in the low 30s. Sunshine returns on Tuesday, but it won’t help us warm up much during the afternoon. Highs will warm into the mid and upper…