UPDATE: Dublin man charged after firing shots into air near Johnson County football stadium Friday

The Johnson County Sheriff's Office identified the man they saw fired shots into the air just outside of Lovett Stadium during a football game Friday night.

Joshua Jerome Russell (Johnson County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (8/6): The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office identified the man they saw fired shots into the air just outside of Lovett Stadium during a football game Friday night. An updated news release says 27-year-old Joshua Jerome Russell of Dublin was taken into custody and is charged with felony aggravated assault (multiple counts), felony possession…

UPDATE: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office releases photos of suspects from attempted armed robbery that resulted in man’s death

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office released photos Saturday of the suspects and the vehicle they were believed to be driving.

(File: August 2022) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office released photos of the suspects and the car they were driving Friday night. Both suspects are in their 20s. One was described as being tall and slender and the other was described as being short and heavyset.UPDATE (8/6):  The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office released photos Saturday of the suspects and the…

830 High hosts inaugural art show

830 High in downtown Macon is hosting its first art show featuring three local artists.

830 High hosts inaugural art showArt ShowMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — 830 High in downtown Macon is hosting its first art show featuring three local artists. Artists Anna Richards, Erin Hawkins and Rudy Mendes are all active in the Macon art scene. They also work in the workspace of the 830 High building. A new exhibit gives them the opportunity to showcase…

Rep. Austin Scott tours farms in Bleckley, Twiggs counties

The Congressman spent some time with farmers in Middle Georgia, Tuesday.

JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – U.S. Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08) spent some time with farmers in Middle Georgia this week. Tuesday, he toured farms in both Bleckley and Twiggs Counties. Representative Scott was briefed on the research being done by both UGA extension and local farmers to help with disease management and yield production. Scott says the research allows farmers to…

School bus driver dead, students injured in Upson County crash

The bus crash happened Friday morning on Logtown Road.

THOMASTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Georgia school bus driver is dead following a morning crash in Upson County. According to the Thomaston-Upson County Schools Facebook page, the crash involved a utility truck. Three students were also on the bus when the crash happened just before 7:00 Friday morning on Logtown Road. According to the Facebook post, the bus driver died…

More scattered storms likely this weekend

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – We will continue to see opportunities for storms during the afternoon and evening over the weekend. Today We had a number of thin wispy clouds overhead to begin our Friday which made for some spectacular sunrises. Those will be with us much of the day, but they are now allowing for plenty of sunshine as we…

Morning Business Report: CVS Health plans to make a move into primary care

CVS Health plans to make a move into primary care. The company says they will buy or start a business that provides primary health care from physicians. Department of Transportation proposes new rules to better protect travelers in case their flight is delayed and canceled. Company Magna is integrating technology that can embed lighting into the surface body panels that…

Coach’s Corner 2022: Jarmarcus Johnson of the Rutland Hurricanes

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Jarmarcus Johnson of the Rutland Hurricanes.

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Jarmarcus Johnson of the Rutland Hurricanes. After a rough 1-8 season last year, coach Johnson has a plan to get the Hurricanes on track and winning. Tags: Bill Shanks, Coach’s Corner, high school football, Jarmarcus Johnson, rutland hurricanes

Douglass Theatre awards new HBCU college scholarships

The HBCU Arts Series Committee plans to award the scholarship annually

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Historic Douglass Theatre in Macon awards its first HBCU Arts Series College Scholarship. The HBCU Arts Series Committee announced the award winners on July 27th. Scholarships went to two Peach County High School graduates. Finalist Eddie Davis, Jr. received a $5,000 award. He plans to major in Mechanical Engineering at Fort Valley State University this…

BS Report: August 4th – Anthopoulos Does it Again

The Braves make a sweep in their deadline trades.

The Braves have made a sweep in their deadline trades. Alex Anthopoulos has reinforced the bullpen and the bats heading into October. Déjà vu, anyone? Bill Shanks takes a look at the new names and how they will solidify the offense and defense. Categories: Sports Tags: Alex Anthopoulos, Atlanta Braves, MLB

Walmart donates bikes, journals for Bibb County students

The donation took place at the Walmart on Harrison Road in Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Walmart wants to make sure students have the resources they need as they return to the classroom. At the Harrison Road location, Walmart donated five bicycles to Unity-N-Community for its Macon Violence Prevention (MVP) program. The bikes will go to children at a future Rhyme Against Crime event. This event is part of the organization’s outreach…

New cell phone policy for Bibb County students

The school board approved the new policy in an effort to prevent distractions

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District has a new cell phone policy in place as students return to the classroom. This school year, students are allowed to have a personally owned electronic device at school, but it must be out of sight and turned off during the school day. According to the new policy, personally owned electronic…

Houston County Schools names ‘Teacher of the Year’

The district names its 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County School District names its 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year. Bridgett Hunt received the honor during the district’s opening session event. Hunt teaches seventh grade social studies at Thomson Middle School. Hunt says she believes that when teachers nurture a sense of hope, they optimize the potential for student success. “I truly have…

Rain chances remain up leading towards the weekend

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunny skies will give way to scattered clouds and storms again this afternoon and evening. Today Following a night of heavy widespread rain for much of Middle Georgia we began today on a humid note. Skies overhead were mostly clear, however during the sunrise hours fog filled in across much of the region as temperatures reached…

2 teens arrested in deadly Macon car wash shooting

Freddie Crowell was shot on June 14, 2022

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrests two teens in connection to a June deadly shooting. Deputies arrested a 15-year-old and a 16-year-old in connection with the death investigation of 59-year-old Freddie Crowell. Investigators say on June 14, 2022, Crowell was shot at the Supa Suds car wash located at 590 PioNono Avenue. Crowell later died at…

Coach’s Corner 2022: Bert Brown of the Brentwood War Eagles

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Bert Brown of the Brentwood War Eagles.

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Bert Brown of the Brentwood War Eagles. Coach Brown has a lot to say about his championship team. Hear how the War Wagles are adapting to a new offense. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bert Brown, Bill Shanks, Brentwood War Eagles, Coach’s Corner, high…

Cochran hosts two Dixie Softball World Series simultaneously

"Without the volunteers or rec board, we wouldn't be able to pull something like this off."

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — For the first time in its history, the Cochran-Bleckley Recreation Department hosted its first fastpitch softball world series in conjunction with Dixie Softball. “We were awarded this tournament two years ago. You have to go through a presentation process and that sort of thing,” said the director of recreation Andy Brand. “We went to Chattanooga and…

Summertime pattern of heat and storms continues

We will see another hot day Thursday with highs around normal and scattered showers and storms by the afternoon.

It has been a busy weather day for many of us in Middle Georgia, with strong storms firing up this evening. Most of our storm activity stayed east of I-75, but brought some heavy rain to most spots that saw thunderstorms. Although the airport in Macon didn’t record much rainfall, our radar estimated total is around 1.6″ with some places…

Bibb County School District welcomes students back for new school year

Students in Bibb County went back to class on Wednesday. We visited Bruce Elementary School, where we saw nothing but smiles and excitement to start the new school year.

Bibb County Students head back to schoolFirst Day of school for Bibb County StudentsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Students in Bibb County went back to class on Wednesday. We visited Bruce Elementary School, where we saw nothing but smiles and excitement to start the new school year. Principal Kizzie Lott says she’s ready to start the year strong. “Our theme is…

Dublin VA celebrates WWII nurse’s 108th birthday

The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center held a special celebration for 2nd Lt. Meta P. Monteleon Wednesday.

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center celebrate WWII Nurse turning 108WWII Nurse turning 108DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A former U.S. Army nurse is turning 108 years old. The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center held a special celebration for 2nd Lt. Meta P. Monteleon Wednesday. According to the VA, Monteleon is the oldest living WWII nurse. Categories: Bibb County, Featured, Local News,…

Air Force Reserve Command names new commander

Maj. General John Healy is the newest commander of the U.S. Air Force Reserve Command, which is comprised of more than 74,000 airmen and civilians. 

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Maj. General John Healy is the newest commander of the U.S. Air Force Reserve Command, which is comprised of more than 74,000 airmen and civilians.  A change of command ceremony took place Wednesday at the Museum of Aviation. Healy was confirmed by the Senate Tuesday night.  He’ll take over following the Retirement of Lt. General…

Georgia Lottery reaches $25 billion milestone for education

(41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Lottery has reached a milestone in generating money for education in Georgia. Governor Brian Kemp says that the Georgia Lottery has raised $25 billion for education in the state of Georgia since its inception in 1993. The funds go towards supporting early learning and higher education through the HOPE scholarship. The Georgia Lottery says that more…

Forsyth Police Chief Harris set to retire soon

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Forsyth Police Chief, Eddie Harris, is planning to submit his retirement. According to City Manager, Janice Hall, Harris told Hall Friday, July 29th, that he would be submitting his retirement, though as of Wednesday August 3rd, he still hasn’t done so. Major Daniels is in charge of the police department while the City of Forsyth…