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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb firefighters receive promotions

Macon-Bibb firefighters were promoted in a ceremony at the fire headquarters on Monday. Eight firefighters were promoted to lieutenant and seven became sergeants, surrounded by their family and friends.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb firefighters were promoted in a ceremony at the fire headquarters on Monday. Eight firefighters were promoted to lieutenant and seven became sergeants, surrounded by their family and friends. The firefighters were individually pinned and then sworn in together in front of their loved ones. The new promotions are seen as vital to maintaining the safety…

Visit Macon Celebrates National Tourism Week
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Visit Macon celebrates National Tourism Week with updated Tour Macon app, social media contest

Visit Macon is celebrating National Tourism Week by encouraging people to explore the city and its attractions. The organization has updated its Tour Macon app, which now includes a Photo Spots Trail for those searching for the most picturesque locations in Macon.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Visit Macon is celebrating National Tourism Week by encouraging people to explore the city and its attractions. The organization has updated its Tour Macon app, which now includes a Photo Spots Trail for those searching for the most picturesque locations in Macon. Visitors can participate in the contest by tagging @VisitMacon and using #MaconMemories on social…

Quartet Classic
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

LightShine Promotions, Dominion Agency aim to revive traditional gospel music in Middle Georgia

According to promoter Jonathan Fisher, he was inspired by Jimmy Benson, owner of Benson Promotions, who brought gospel concerts to the Homer J Walker Civic Center in Warner Robins before his passing in 2009.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – “Quartet Classic,” a men’s gospel quartet, performed classic songs Friday night at United Community Church in Macon. The concert, presented by LightShine Promotions and Dominion Agency, was the first in a larger effort to bring traditional gospel music groups back to Middle Georgia. According to promoter Jonathan Fisher, he was inspired by Jimmy Benson, owner of…

Tech Report: Telehealth Care May Change For Patients Soon
Tech Report

Tech Report: Telehealth care may change for patients soon

Finn Balfour,

The expansion of telehealth has made care more accessible for many people, especially those in rural areas. Patients have been able to receive prescriptions from their providers without seeing them in person. That may change, come May 11 when the federal government is set to end the Covid-19 Public Health Emergency declaration that made this convenience possible. Books almost entirely…
Across the Nation, Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: U.S. Airlines made $7 billion from checked bags alone

Finn Balfour,

American Airlines. Photo courtesy of MGNU.S. airlines saw more than $6.7 billion in baggage fee revenue last year, according to the Bureau of Transportation statistics. American Airlines alone earned almost $1.4 billion from checked bags. That accounts for more than two percent of the carrier’s full-year revenue. For decades, most bags flew for free. However, in recent years fees have…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man shot in Bloomfield

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is in critical but stable condition after being shot Sunday. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says it happened at the intersection of Bloomfield Road at Chambers Road, just after 8:30 PM, Sunday. Paramedics transported the victim to a medical facility for treatment. No one else was injured during the incident. Categories: Bibb County, Featured,…

Battle Of Byron
Featured, Houston County, Local News, Peach County

Byron gears up for Battle of Byron Festival’s return after 8 years

After eight years, the Battle of Byron Festival is set to return to State Route 49 on Saturday. The festival will showcase more than 70 vendors, seven food trucks and all-day games and live music at City Hall. Activities include mud volleyball, cornhole, sack races, jump rope contests, a car show, and a dunking booth.
Andrew Willis,

BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After eight years, the Battle of Byron Festival is set to return to State Route 49 on Saturday. The festival will showcase more than 70 vendors, seven food trucks and all-day games and live music at City Hall. Activities include mud volleyball, cornhole, sack races, jump rope contests, a car show, and a dunking booth. Festival…

Kimono Cat
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Transit Authority unveils selections for bus shelter ‘Transporting Art’ contest

The Macon Transit Authority (MTA) is using a $17,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Central Georgia's Downtown Challenge 2.0 Grant Program, funded by the Peyton Anderson Foundation and Knight Foundation, to bring art to the streets of Macon.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Transit Authority (MTA) is using a $17,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Central Georgia’s Downtown Challenge 2.0 Grant Program, funded by the Peyton Anderson Foundation and Knight Foundation, to bring art to the streets of Macon. In partnership with Mama Hawk Draws, MTA launched the “Transporting Art” contest to beautify bus shelters throughout…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb County school nutrition employees honored for dedication to students

Bibb County school nutrition employees were celebrated Friday for their commitment and hard work in feeding students across the district.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County school nutrition employees were celebrated Friday for their commitment and hard work in feeding students across the district. The School Nutrition Association has recognized those who feed America’s students since 2013, and Friday, the Bibb County School District received awards of recognition for its dedication. Beyond preparing food and maintaining strict standards, these employees…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Heat and humidity rising over the weekend

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A summerlike pattern will begin to take over the Peach State this weekend and into next week. Tonight   Mostly cloudy skies will stick with Middle Georgia overnight along with the possibility for a couple of small showers. Winds will generally blow in from the east at around 5 mph. Temperatures will bottom out in the…

Tech Report: Ai Could Make Saving For Retirement Easier
Tech Report

Tech Report: AI could make saving for retirement easier

Finn Balfour,

New technology could help Americans make better financial decisions. AI tools may encourage Americans to increase retirement savings. It could make also investing less intimidating for beginners. Paramount shares plunged more than 25 percent. Although Paramount reached 60 million subscribers through its streaming service, the company incurred too many costs in the process. DoorDash sales surged. Consumers still rely heavily…

Mom To Mom: Healthy Banana Yogurt Snack
Mom to Mom

Mom to Mom: Healthy banana yogurt snack

Finn Balfour,

On today’s Mom to Mom, a quick healthy snack for the entire family. All you need are a few simple ingredients. To get started, make sure you have: bananas chia seeds Greek yogurt almond butter* parchment paper a cup *You can substitute with any nut butter or even sunflower butter. If you use peanut butter, use the natural kind natural…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man wanted in connection to fatal shooting on Log Cabin Drive

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect considered to be armed and dangerous in connection to a deadly shooting that happened early Friday morning. According to the BCSO, deputies responded to Green Meadows Apartments concerning a domestic dispute– when they arrived they heard a gunshot in the apartment. When deputies entered the apartment,…

Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades Rate Middle Georgia Hospitals On Patient Safety Practices
Baldwin County, Bibb County, Featured, Health, Houston County, Laurens County, Local News

Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades rate Middle Georgia hospitals on patient safety practices

The latest Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades have been issued for Middle Georgia hospitals.
Andrew Willis,

MACON- Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The latest Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades have been issued for Middle Georgia hospitals. The complete list of graded hospitals in middle Georgia are as follows: Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Macon – A Piedmont Macon North, Macon – A Fairview Park Hospital, Dublin – A Perry Hospital, Perry – B Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin, Milledgeville – C…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Centerville’s British Pantry hosts ‘Right Royal’ tea party for new monarch’s coronation

For the first time in more than 70 years, a new monarch is being crowned in England, and Centerville's British Pantry is celebrating the historic event with a "Right Royal" tea party during the coronation broadcast.
Drake Rozelle,

CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – For the first time in more than 70 years, a new monarch is being crowned in England, and Centerville’s British Pantry is celebrating the historic event with a “Right Royal” tea party during the coronation broadcast. “The Queen was coronated in 1953, and two-thirds of us weren’t around at that time. So this is the first…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Warner Robins residents gather at City Hall to pray for youth, military and families on National Day of Prayer

Community members in Warner Robins gathered at City Hall to participate in the National Day of Prayer, praying for the youth, military, and families across the nation, as well as addressing concerns about crime in the region.
Edward Smart,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Community members in Warner Robins gathered at City Hall to participate in the National Day of Prayer, praying for the youth, military, and families across the nation, as well as addressing concerns about crime in the region. A World War II veteran led the Pledge of Allegiance during the event, while faith leaders acknowledged law…

Bibb Scholarship Recipients 2023
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb County valedictorians, salutatorians receive scholarships to support college education

Bibb County's valedictorians and salutatorians were awarded scholarships on Thursday to recognize their academic achievements and support their future college education.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County’s valedictorians and salutatorians were awarded scholarships on Thursday to recognize their academic achievements and support their future college education. Local attorney Mahdi Abdur-Rahman and community member Ray Wilson presented the scholarships, emphasizing the importance of investing in the education of these students, who he believes will be future leaders of the country. “We know…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Middle Georgia communities unite for National Day of Prayer, emphasize importance of unity and daily prayer

Residents and faith leaders throughout Middle Georgia, including Macon, Warner Robins, Dublin, and Forsyth, gathered on Thursday to observe the National Day of Prayer, emphasizing the importance of unity and daily prayer in a time of increasing challenges.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Residents and faith leaders throughout Middle Georgia, including Macon, Warner Robins, Dublin, and Forsyth, gathered on Thursday to observe the National Day of Prayer, emphasizing the importance of unity and daily prayer in a time of increasing challenges. “I believe that our entire world needs to come together and do nothing else but pray for each…

Taylor Terrell Scholarship Recipients
Featured, Georgia News, Local News

Heritage High School seniors receive inaugural Taylor D. Terrell Scholarship awards

The first Taylor D. Terrell Scholarship awards were presented to two deserving seniors at Heritage High School in Conyers during the Heritage High Awards Night on Thursday.
Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Taylor D. Terrell Scholarship FoundationCONYERS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The first Taylor D. Terrell Scholarship awards were presented to two deserving seniors at Heritage High School in Conyers during the Heritage High Awards Night on Thursday, May 4. Keith Copeland Jr., the runner-up, received $500, while winner Brianna Jackson was awarded $2,000. The scholarship is named in memory of Heritage…