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BBB of Central Georgia shares tips to spot, avoid and report scams during Consumer Protection Week

In honor of Consumer Protection Week, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Central Georgia held a panel discussion Monday to educate the public on how to identify, avoid and report scams.

March 6, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In honor of Consumer Protection Week, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Central Georgia held a panel discussion Monday to educate the public on how to identify, avoid, and report scams. The BBB shared information about the 5,700 disputes reported to them last year, including online shopping, warranty and credit repair scams. Approximately 80% of these…

Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital selects Dodger Hodge as 2023 CMN Champion

The Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital has selected Dodger Hodge as its 2023 Children's Miracle Network (CMN) Champion. The announcement was made on Monday, marking the start of this year's CMN fundraising efforts.

March 6, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital has selected Dodger Hodge as its 2023 Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Champion. The announcement was made on Monday, marking the start of this year’s CMN fundraising efforts. As the CMN Champion, Dodger will represent the more than 50,000 children who receive care at the hospital each year. Doctors, nurses and…

Macon church repairs steeple after severe weather

Northminster Presbyterian Church is set to unveil its reconstructed steeple next month, almost a year after it was destroyed by severe weather in April last year.

March 6, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Northminster Presbyterian Church is set to unveil its reconstructed steeple next month, almost a year after it was destroyed by severe weather in April last year. According to church elder Mark Brown, the community is eagerly anticipating the steeple’s return. “Something that has not been here for almost a year, I think we’re gonna appreciate…

Annual Youth Art Show opens at 567 Center for Renewal in Macon

The 567 Center for Renewal is once again showcasing the creative talents of Macon-Bibb County's youth as part of Youth Art Month.

March 6, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 567 Center for Renewal is once again showcasing the creative talents of Macon-Bibb County’s youth as part of Youth Art Month. The annual art show, a collaboration between the Bibb County School District’s Department of Fine Arts & Magnet Programs and the 567 Center for Renewal, features works from students from more than 20 schools,…

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UPDATE: 39-Year-old arrested for fatal shooting of 10-year-old

March 6, 2023

Haley Janes,

UPDATE: A 39-year-old man has been arrested for the fatal shooting of 10-year-old Damarion Byrd. According to the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, around 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, a 911 call came in advising that shots were fired in the 200 block of Harrisburg Road. When deputies arrived, they found that 10-year-old Damarion Byrd had been shot while he was sleeping…

Child found dead in swimming pool at Perry home

March 6, 2023

Haley Janes,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Monday morning, a 2-year-old child was found dead in a swimming pool. According to Houston County coroner James Williams, the child was discovered around 9:30 a.m., at a pool in the 100 block of Wellington Drive in Perry. The Houston County Sheriff’s Juvenile Division is investigating the death, and the child’s body has been sent to…

Sunshine continues Monday afternoon

March 6, 2023

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mostly sunny conditions with above average temperatures are continuing into the new week. Today It was a cool and muggy morning around Middle Georgia. As a result, some spots saw patchy fog along with a blanket of low level clouds to get things rolling. Those clouds will dissipate as temperatures climb into lunchtime, revealing only a…

Morning Business Report: The Hospitality Industry Has Become The Fastest Growing Employer

Morning Business Report: Hospitality has become the fastest growing employer

March 6, 2023

Finn Balfour,

The leisure-and-hospitality industry is rebuilding its workforce after cutting back during the pandemic. The hospitality and healthcare industries combined to add 207,000 workers in January. This made up nearly half of that month’s private-sector gains. Hiring remains strong among some of the country’s biggest companies. Chipotle Mexican Grill said in January that the restaurant chain plans to hire 15,000 workers…

Man killed on dirt bike

March 6, 2023

41NBC Web Producer,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 24-year-old is dead after crashing his dirt bike into an SUV. That’s according to a press release by the Warner Robins Police Department. A 24-year-old man was riding his dirt bike down John’s Road without a helmet on….a Chevy Suburban was crossing the intersection at Carroll Drive and the dirt bike ran into the…

MTA faces backlash over fare hike

The Macon-Bibb Transit Authority is facing opposition from a group of concerned citizens after announcing its plans to increase bus fare rates due to inflation. A protest was held in front of Macon's Terminal Station on Friday.

March 3, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Transit Authority is facing opposition from a group of concerned citizens after announcing its plans to increase bus fare rates due to inflation. A protest was held in front of Macon’s Terminal Station on Friday. The group expressed their concerns over the new price hikes, particularly around the paratransit service, which they say will…

Heritage or hurtful history? Milledgeville debates Confederate statue fate

The removal of the confederate soldier's monument on Jefferson Street in downtown Milledgeville has sparked a heated debate among residents.

March 3, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The removal of the confederate soldier’s monument on Jefferson Street in downtown Milledgeville has sparked a heated debate among residents. The request for relocation of the monument came from Cynthia Edwards, president of the Baldwin chapter of the NAACP #5169. The monument was vandalized last year by painting the soldier’s face and hands black. Edwards believes…

Houston County Sheriff’s Office K-9 to receive new body armor

A Houston County Sheriff's Office K-9, named Jobi, is set to receive new body armor to improve his ability to serve the community by sniffing out crime.

March 3, 2023

Brick Nelson,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Houston County Sheriff’s Office K-9, named Jobi, is set to receive new body armor to improve his ability to serve the community by sniffing out crime. Thanks to donations from “Together Saving Paws,” the sheriff’s office was able to purchase Jobi a bullet and stab protection vest to keep him safer in the field….

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UPDATE: Charges upgraded for men accused in February shooting that left 1 dead, another injured

Investigators say 27-year-old Raymond Nottingham of Warner Robins and 18-year-old Jadarrious Markell Sears of Macon are now charged with murder and criminal street gang activity.

March 3, 2023

Haley Janes,

UPDATE (3/3 9 p.m.) – Investigators say 27-year-old Raymond Nottingham of Warner Robins and 18-year-old Jadarrious Markell Sears of Macon are now charged with murder and criminal street gang activity. UPDATE (2/24 9:17 p.m.) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says 19-year-old Keymarion Manor, who was in the hospital after being shot Thursday afternoon, has died. Macon-Bibb Coroner Jones tells…

GIAA basketball boys state Final Four highlights and scores for Mar. 2

March 3, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The GIAA’s boys basketball state Final Four took place right up the road at Mercer University and at the University of West Georgia, and the scores for the matchups are below. Boys 4A Stratford Academy 51 Loganville Christian Academy 48 3A John Milledge Academy 51 Heritage 57 2A CFCA 83 Gatewood 55 Trinity Christian 62 Furtah…

Downtown Macon celebrates Read Across America Week with creative business engagements

Downtown Macon was abuzz with excitement Friday as the annual Read Across America Week continued. To commemorate Dr. Seuss's birthday, businesses came up with creative ways to engage the community.

March 3, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Downtown Macon was abuzz with excitement Friday as the annual Read Across America Week continued. To commemorate Dr. Seuss’s birthday, businesses came up with creative ways to engage the community. The events coincided with the monthly First Friday celebration. Hello Boba Café, located at 359 3rd Street, was among the businesses participating. The cafe, which opened…

Mom to Mom: Trail mix for toddlers

Made with just three ingredients that picky eaters love

March 3, 2023

Finn Balfour,

Today on Mom to Mom, check out this easy, on the go snack option for your toddler. We all know kids can be picky eaters, so finding something for them that they are just gonna love isn’t easy. This toddler trail mix is perfect for those hard to please toddlers. Here’s what you’ll need: dried strawberries, yogurt melts, and come…

Tech Report: China is ahead of the U.S. in the tech race

March 3, 2023

Finn Balfour,

A think tank finds China is beating the U.S. in technology race in all but a few fields. Those fields include electric batteries, hypersonics, and advanced radio-frequency communications such as 5G and 6G. The report said the U.S. was the leader in just a few technologies such as vaccines, quantum computing, and space launch systems. Elon musk claims that Neuralink…

Two dead after Macon apartment fire

An early morning fire claimed the life of a mother and daughter Friday. Deputy Coroner Ronnie Miley says the fire was reported at the Element Apartments at 3896 Riverside Drive sometime after midnight.

March 3, 2023

Chace Ambrose,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An early morning fire claimed the life of a mother and daughter Friday. Deputy Coroner Ronnie Miley says the fire was reported at the Element Apartments at 3896 Riverside Drive sometime after midnight. According to Miley, 17-year-old Shaterrika Booze didn’t escape the apartment, and she was pronounced dead at the scene. Miley says her mother, 50-year-old…

Macon-Bibb residents can receive free tax filing assistance from VITA program

Macon-Bibb residents can take advantage of free tax filing services provided by The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program as the tax deadline approaches in April.

March 2, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb residents can take advantage of free tax filing services provided by The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program as the tax deadline approaches in April. The program has been operating for four years in Macon-Bibb and has saved residents up to $24,000 in tax-filing fees. In addition, VITA has helped residents secure more than $108,716…

Macon schools celebrate National Read Across America Day

March 2nd is National Read Across America Day and celebrates the birthday of Dr. Seuss.

March 2, 2023

Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Grab a book because Thursday is National Read Across America Day. The day falls on March 2nd — the birthday of children’s author Doctor Seuss. Thousands of schools, libraries, and community centers celebrate the day by participating in a reading celebrations and activities. 41NBC’s Shelby Coates spent the morning reading to students at L.H. Williams Elementary…

Springdale Elementary School celebrates Black History Month

Several guest speakers share their careers with students Monday.

March 2, 2023

Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Students at Springdale Elementary School celebrated Black History Month with several guest speakers, Monday. School guests visited classrooms and shared their careers with the students. 41NBC Shelby Coates spoke to first graders in Mrs. Juliane Cassara’s class. After speakers visited with classes there was a special luncheon and student performances. Categories: Bibb County, Education,…

Dickey Farms predicts good crop of Georgia peaches despite weather challenges

Dickey Farms, a family-owned business that has been growing peaches for more than a century, is optimistic about this year's peach crop in Georgia. According to co-owner Lee Dickey, despite challenges, they are expecting a good yield.

March 2, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MUSELLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dickey Farms, a family-owned business that has been growing peaches for more than a century, is optimistic about this year’s peach crop in Georgia. According to co-owner Lee Dickey, despite challenges, they are expecting a good yield. “The first thing is peaches need a certain amount of dormancy,” Dickey said. “One thing that we look at…

French education majors visit Bibb County schools through MGA’s exchange program

Middle Georgia State University's Education Department is hosting four French students interested in pursuing careers in education. The students, who attend a university in Reims, are staying at MGA's Macon Campus for two weeks to learn about the American education system.

March 2, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia State University’s Education Department is currently hosting four French students interested in pursuing careers in education. The students, who attend a university in Reims, are staying at MGA’s Macon Campus for two weeks to learn about the American education system. During their stay, the students had the opportunity to observe and assist with teaching…

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Leader of Baldwin Meth Distribution Ring pleads guilty

March 2, 2023

Haley Janes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The leader of a major meth trafficking ring in Milledgeville pleads guilty– along with 16 other co-defendants. Evidence shows 31-year-old Jarvis Havior (also known as “J BO”) was responsible for distributing a total of 5 kilograms of methamphetamine. He pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. In 2021, agents determined that Havior was…

In honor of Consumer Protection Week, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Central Georgia held a panel discussion Monday to educate the public on how to identify, avoid and report scams.

The Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital has selected Dodger Hodge as its 2023 Children's Miracle Network (CMN) Champion. The announcement was made on Monday, marking the start of this year's CMN fundraising efforts.

Northminster Presbyterian Church is set to unveil its reconstructed steeple next month, almost a year after it was destroyed by severe weather in April last year.

The 567 Center for Renewal is once again showcasing the creative talents of Macon-Bibb County's youth as part of Youth Art Month.

The Macon-Bibb Transit Authority is facing opposition from a group of concerned citizens after announcing its plans to increase bus fare rates due to inflation. A protest was held in front of Macon's Terminal Station on Friday.

The removal of the confederate soldier's monument on Jefferson Street in downtown Milledgeville has sparked a heated debate among residents.

A Houston County Sheriff's Office K-9, named Jobi, is set to receive new body armor to improve his ability to serve the community by sniffing out crime.

Investigators say 27-year-old Raymond Nottingham of Warner Robins and 18-year-old Jadarrious Markell Sears of Macon are now charged with murder and criminal street gang activity.

Downtown Macon was abuzz with excitement Friday as the annual Read Across America Week continued. To commemorate Dr. Seuss's birthday, businesses came up with creative ways to engage the community.

Made with just three ingredients that picky eaters love

An early morning fire claimed the life of a mother and daughter Friday. Deputy Coroner Ronnie Miley says the fire was reported at the Element Apartments at 3896 Riverside Drive sometime after midnight.

Macon-Bibb residents can take advantage of free tax filing services provided by The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program as the tax deadline approaches in April.

March 2nd is National Read Across America Day and celebrates the birthday of Dr. Seuss.

Several guest speakers share their careers with students Monday.

Dickey Farms, a family-owned business that has been growing peaches for more than a century, is optimistic about this year's peach crop in Georgia. According to co-owner Lee Dickey, despite challenges, they are expecting a good yield.

Middle Georgia State University's Education Department is hosting four French students interested in pursuing careers in education. The students, who attend a university in Reims, are staying at MGA's Macon Campus for two weeks to learn about the American education system.

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