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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb unveils North Highlands Park after $180,000 grant

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.
Edward Smart,

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…

Salvation Army Of Macon To Host A Rummage Sale For The Community
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Salvation Army of Macon to host rummage sale this weekend

"A lot of the community thinks that the Salvation Army is no longer here, but we are very much here and we are working very hard to serve our community and serve the people," Sarah Sturdivant said.
Edward Smart,

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…

Tech Byte: New Phones From Apple And Samsung This Spring
Tech Byte

Tech Byte: New phones from Apple and Samsung this spring

Finn Balfour,

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…

Tech Report: Gpt 4 Takes The Sat
Tech Report

Tech Report: GPT-4 takes the SAT

How the AI measures up to humans
Finn Balfour,

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…

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Featured, Local News

Macon Man arrested for car thefts, found asleep in one of them

Haley Janes,

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,…

Morning Report: Walmart Offers Deal On Easter Essentials
Morning Business Report

Morning Report: Walmart offers deal on Easter essentials

Finn Balfour,

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…

Mercer Defeats Georgia State On A Walk Off Home Run
Across Georgia Sports, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

Mercer defeats Georgia State on a walk-off home run

Bears are 13-5 on the early season.
Shaaz Peerani,

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,…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Staying cool and dry Wednesday; rain returns late this week

After freezing temperatures Wednesday morning, sunny skies allow us to warm into the low 60s. Rain is back later this week.
Cecilia Reeves,

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…

Bond Monitoring Service Termination
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Suspects formerly out on bond now back in jail after termination of monitoring service

A Macon-Bibb judge makes a decision to terminate a service that monitors suspects out on bond.
Andrew Willis,

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…

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News

Health officials warn Georgians of tranquilizer overdoses

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.
Edward Smart,

  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…

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Featured, Jones County, Local News

9 arrested, 6 for drug charges in Jones County

Haley Janes,

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…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

City of Perry manager cites recent study showing crime increase related to short-term rentals

The City of Perry says it wants to address concerns about a possible increase in crime related short-term rentals, including Airbnb properties.
Edward Smart,

  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…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Fort Hawkins Foundation to reopen doors for Macon’s Bicentennial

The Fort Hawkins foundation is set to reopen its doors to visitors
Brick Nelson,

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…

Tech Report: Airports Are Getting Safety Updates
Tech Report

Tech Report: Airports are getting safety updates

Finn Balfour,

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….

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Cool, sunny, and breezy Tuesday

Aaron Lowery,

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…

Morning Report: Confidence In Regional Banks Shaken
Morning Business Report

Morning Report: Confidence in regional banks shaken

Finn Balfour,

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 Mural
Featured, Local News, Monroe County

New mural to highlight African American residents of Monroe County

Plans are underway for a new mural in downtown Forsyth to highlight the achievements of the city's African American residents.
Andrew Willis,

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…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Cold air returns to Middle Georgia Tuesday with breezy conditions

Dry weather sticks around for the week, but we get a dose of winter as highs Tuesday will be limited to the middle 50s.
Cecilia Reeves,

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…

Big Peach Car Wash
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Former site of Fountain Car Wash under new ownership

An iconic Macon car wash is under new ownership, and it's getting a modern makeover.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An iconic Macon carwash is under new ownership, and it’s getting a modern makeover. Renovations are being made at the former site of Fountain Car Wash, soon to reopen as Big Peach Car Wash. The building will undergo a complete remodel of the interior and exterior and will also receive new equipment and vacuums. Jeffery Mark,…

Middle Georgia State University Hosts A Banned Books Awareness Event
Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Middle Georgia State University students host banned books awareness event

"Students in particular across the country are being targeted for not being able to read books, and it's amazing, even the classical pieces of literature, like Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, have been banned," Shane Trayers said.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia State University students want to bring awareness to banned books. An event was held on the Macon campus Monday that showcased various prominent books that have been banned from schools. Organizer Shane Trayers shared why she thinks it the banning of certain books should be up to students. “Students in particular across the country…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

UPDATE: Teen arrested in Byron triple shooting

Chace Ambrose,

UPDATE: The Houston County Sheriff’s Office makes an arrest in connection to the triple shooting on Bonita Way in Byron. Around 2:00 Monday afternoon, deputies arrested 17-year-old Amasia Romerio Corenzes Dennard, Jr. of McRae, Georgia. He is charged with four counts of aggravated assault and being held in the Houston County Jail. — BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Just before 11am…

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Featured, Local News

Teen arrested after firing shots at Macon Ave and Napier Ave

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested a teen on Saturday in connection to firing a gun in an intersection. According to BCSO, 18-year-old Christopher Smith was arrested after deputies received a call concerning a person shooting a gun in the intersection of Macon Avenue and Napier Avenue. Deputies chased Smith into the woods and over several…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Sunny skies return for the new week

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cool and clear conditions have taken back over Middle Georgia following a cold front Sunday. Today It will be cool and breezy around Middle Georgia this afternoon, however skies will be mostly sunny. Highs are likely to reach the low to mid 60s under a sky with only a few cirrus clouds passing through. Winds, however,…

Tech Report: Amazon's Prime Air Grounded
Tech Report

Tech Report: Amazon’s Prime Air grounded

Regulations the drone powered delivery service will have to follow
Finn Balfour,

Amazon’s drone business is off to a slow start as regulations and keep the business from taking off. To get approval from the FAA, Prime Air must complete hundreds of hours flying without any incidents. The company must then submit the data to the agency. Amazon was hoping to get Prime Air off the ground and making deliveries last year….