Coach’s Corner 2022: Spoon Risper of the Westside Seminoles

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Spoon Risper of the Westside Seminoles.

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Spoon Risper of the Westside Seminoles. Hear how coach Risper plans to bring the Seminoles back from their first ever losing season with the help of some new starters. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Coach’s Corner, high school football, Spoon Risper, westside…

MGA professor explains Supreme Court ruling dealing with Miranda Rights

If evidence is collected in a case where your Miranda Rights aren't read to you though, it weakens citizens' ability to sue police officers if they knowingly violate constitutionally protected liberties.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The overturning of Roe v. Wade isn’t the only controversial Supreme Court decision to come down this year. Vega versus Tekoh, deals with constitutional rights that fall under the Miranda Rights. The ruling says you still have the right to remain silent, and the right to an attorney during an arrest. If evidence is collected in a…

Georgia College has named Jack Marchant as the women’s soccer head coach

Marchant spent the last three seasons as an assistant coach at Georgia State.

Milledgeville, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia College has hired Jack Marchant as the women’s soccer program’s fifth head coach of all time. Marchant has been an assistant at Georgia State for the last three years and currently coaches the Georgia Revolution, a National Premier Soccer League team. Marchant is originally from England and moved to the United States in 2008, and…

Macon native and Detroit Lions wide receiver Quintez Cephus is hosting a community day for Macon’s youth

This is the Second Annual Community Day assembled by Cephus.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Detroit Lions wide receiver and Macon native Quintez Cephus is hosting his Second Annual Community Day for the youth of Macon. The community day will include several activities for the children, plus free lunch and gifts for the first 150 kids. For Cephus, his main objective is to show Macon’s youth that by making good decisions,…

Rep. Dale Washburn responds to Roe v. Wade ruling

State House Representative Dale Washburn, says he voted yes for the Heartbeat Bill in 2019, and supports the law being enforced.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Georgia Republicans are responding to the Supreme Court overturning of Roe v. Wade, and what it means for Georgians. The Heartbeat Bill, also known as House Bill 481, was signed by Governor Brian Kemp in 2019. Georgia Democrats told us Monday, the bill has been held up in court since then. State House Representative Dale Washburn, says…

Washington County deputies investigating Thursday night shooting

According to Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran, one man suffered non-life threatening gunshot wounds.

SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Washington County deputies are investigating a shooting that happened in the Highway 242/Parsons Crossing area Thursday night. According to Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran, one man suffered non-life threatening gunshot wounds. Sheriff Cochran says the incident is currently under investigation, and if anyone has information about the shooting call Lt. Eric Burgamy at (478) 552-0911. Stay with…

2 arrested in Monroe County, accused of stealing car in Bibb County

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says Winfred Felts and Tiffany Beasley were pulled over this afternoon on Highway 41, south of Rumble Road with no incident.

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Monroe County deputies arrest a man and woman, accused of stealing a Mercedes after the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office issued a BOLO Thursday morning. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says Winfred Felts and Tiffany Beasley were pulled over this afternoon on Highway 41, south of Rumble Road with no incident. Both are charged with violation of the…

Bibb County Investigators search for murder suspect

Investigators say on February 5, 42-year-old Eddie Thomas was shot during an altercation by 26-year-old Terrance Williams at a home on Bob White Road.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding a suspect in connection to an Aggravated Assault earlier this year. Investigators say on February 5, 42-year-old Eddie Thomas was shot during an altercation by 26-year-old Terrance Williams at a home on Bob White Road. Thomas was taken to the hospital for treatment and then released. Williams was…

Sen. John Ossoff proposes an increase to active military salaries

Senator Ossoff said the proposed bi-partisan bill would be the most significant raise in military salaries in recent history.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is proposing a 4.6% increase in salary for active veterans. Senator Ossoff said the proposed bi-partisan bill would be the most significant raise in military salaries in recent history.  He states many military families are struggling, and this pay raise couldn’t come at a better time.  “Military families are having trouble making ends…

Bragg Jam Concert Crawl is coming back to downtown Macon

During the height of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, Bragg Jam was held virtually. In 2021, the concert returned in person but modified to one location.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- For the first time since 2019, the Bragg Jam Concert Crawl is returning. During the height of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, Bragg Jam was held virtually. In 2021, the concert returned in person but modified to one location. Bragg Jam began as a way to honor Macon native and singer-songwriter Brax Bragg. Since it’s beginning in…

Dragon Slayers Nostalgic Toys opens in Macon

"It's a lot different from a video game store or a clothing store, vintage clothing store. It's more like 'Oh, I had this when I was a kid!"

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new shop is opening in Macon, that might help you recapture your childhood. Dragon Slayers Nostalgic Toys is located on Vineville Avenue. The store is already open, but will host a grand opening on August 13. The store primarily focuses on the sale of vintage toys. It’s family run by Scott and Jasmine Coleson, and…

Jones County Sheriff’s Office trains for active shooter situations

"Unfortunately these things are happening now. We're working closely with the school system, we're working closely with EMS, we're working closely with other law enforcement agencies."

Jones County Sheriff’s Office urging importance of active shooter trainingJones County Sheriff’s Office hosts active shooter trainingGRAY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)—The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is getting help from other law enforcement agencies for its active shooter training. They’re making sure your kids are safe when they head back to school in August. The department says the training is a proactive step in…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrests 3, cites 2 others after finding stolen trailer

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Several people were cited and arrested after Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies found a stolen trailer that was being stored at a residence on Moreland Avenue. According to the BCSO, deputies went to the 600 block of Moreland Avenue on July 12th, around 6:30 p.m. on a tip for a stolen trailer, when they obtained a search…

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office investigating threatening letter sent to City Manager

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a threatening letter that was sent that threatened the life of City Manager, Janice Hall. According to a release from the City of Forsyth, Police Chief Eddie Harris delivered a letter that he received in the mail to Hall on Friday July 8th. The letter threatened Hall’s life if…

Morning Business Report: Novavax approved for new COVID vaccine

U.S. health regulators have authorized the new Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, providing a new option for the two leading vaccines. Novavax says its protein-based vaccine might appeal to some people who have been reluctant to receive the other vaccines. Southwest launches a sale on fall flight. Wanna Get Away fares go as low as $59. Nissan’s innovative ‘brain to performance’ program…

Man shot on Highland Drive in Macon

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is investigating an Aggravated Assault at a residence in the 1200 block of Highland Avenue just before 9:30 p.m. last night. Upon arrival deputies found a 32-year-old male who had been shot. He was transported to the Atrium Health Navicent where he was listed in stable condition. The events leading up to the…

Coach’s Corner 2022: Marquis Westbrook of the Warner Robins Demons

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Marquis Westbrook of the Warner Robins Demons.

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Marquis Westbrook of the Warner Robins Demons. Hear why coach Westbrook isn’t taking his foot off of the gas after leading his team to the championship win last season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Coach’s Corner, high school football, warner robins demons

Dudley wins back-to-back 12U Little League Softball State Tournament titles

Dudley will represent Georgia at the 12U Little League Softball Southeast Region Tournament.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Dudley captured its second-consecutive 12U Little League Softball State title as they defeated Oconee 9-1. The starting pitcher for Dudley had a marvelous game pitching all six innings, giving up two hits, four walks and one run. Dudley scored four runs in the third and fourth innings and had an inside-the-park home run in the…

Storm chances to rise Thursday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Widespread scattered thunderstorms will return to Middle Georgia Thursday afternoon and evening. This Evening Mostly cloudy conditions will continue to hang around the Middle Georgia area the rest of the evening. We will see a few isolated thunderstorms, however there should not be as many as there were yesterday. Most of our rain came earlier in…

Middle Georgia could become regional tech hub with new Senate Bill

“Having that equipment here means that students would be able to follow the entire research from start to finish.”

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)—If you’re thinking of going to college for a STEM career, your first choice is probably not a school in Middle Georgia. A bill in the U.S. Senate could potentially change that, because it would double National Science Funding for schools. Middle Georgia State University Department Chair for Natural Sciences, Dr. Dawn Sherry, says if the bill passes…

Museum of Aviation’s 36th auction, raffle and taste of local cuisine happening Saturday

The Museum of Aviation is hosting its 36th annual Auction, Raffle, and Taste of Local Cuisine on Saturday, July 16, and you have the potential to win $20,000!

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Museum of Aviation is hosting its 36th annual Auction, Raffle, and Taste of Local Cuisine on Saturday, July 16, and you have the potential to win $20,000! The event is happening at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry. Your ticket gets you access to 21 local vendors. The Museum of Aviation’s Public Relations and Marketing…

Houston County residents hosting ‘Not in My City’ unity prayer march to stop gun violence

The march is happening in Warner Robins on Saturday, July 16 at 9 a.m.

Houston County residents coming together to host a unity prayer march to stop gun violenceUnity prayer marchWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Residents are expressing concerns over a recent increase in gun violence. They’re coming together to host the ‘Not in My City’ unity prayer march to stop gun violence. The march is happening Saturday, July 16 at 9 a.m. People…

Big Brothers Big Sisters looks to gain 70 mentors in 70 days

The initiative is starting on the right track.  Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller committed to being a mentor Wednesday.

Mayor Lester Miller committing to being a Mentor for Big Brothers Big SistersMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia and Macon-Bibb County leaders want to gain 70 mentors in 70 days. The organization announced the initiative Wednesday morning at Macon City Hall.  It decided on the number 70 in honor of its upcoming 70th…

BS Report: July 13th – The Dawgs are Still Good

Rumors are circulating that this years returning UGA Football team won't be as good as the championship team last season.

Rumors are circulating that this years returning UGA Football team won’t be as good as the championship team last season. Bill Shanks is here to tell you why that’s not true. Categories: Sports