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Bibb deputies need your help finding missing man

According to deputies, 55-year-old Richard Lindsey Rowland was last seen on February 10 leaving Extended Stay America, located at 3980 Riverside Drive in Macon.

February 15, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a missing person. According to deputies, 55-year-old Richard Lindsey Rowland was last seen on February 10 leaving Extended Stay America, located at 3980 Riverside Drive, with a man. Deputies say Rowland and the man left the hotel property in Rowland’s…

‘Code for Macon’ to hold kick-off event Friday

There's a new way for Middle Georgia software developers to get involved in the community.

February 15, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There’s a new way for Middle Georgia software developers to get involved in the community. “Code for Macon,” a chapter of “Code for America,” is hosting a kick-off event on Friday. The event will also be a networking opportunity. The goal is to provide a platform for attendees to connect with like-minded tech people to solve…

Deputy dragged during traffic stop, driver arrested

Deputies say the driver pulled off from the traffic stop on Bloomfield Road, dragging a female deputy in the process.

February 15, 2023

Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man is facing a long list of charges — including aggravated assault — related to dragging a deputy during a traffic stop. Deputies say they first pulled over 28-year-old ShaMarques Watkins for a missing tail light, around 11:20 Tuesday night. Deputies say Watkins pulled off from the traffic stop on Bloomfield Road, dragging a…

Man sentenced for his role in Washington County teacher disappearance

Aaron Adams pleaded guilty in Washington County Superior Court.

February 15, 2023

Shelby Coates,

SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Sandersville man pleads guilty to his participation in the disappearance of a Washington County teacher. District Attorney Tripp Fitzner says Aaron Adams pleaded guilty on Tuesday to his role in the disappearance of 46-year-old teacher Tina Prince. Prince was reported missing in late May 2021. Her family says she was eating at a restaurant when…

Tech Report: Car companies develop anti-theft software

February 15, 2023

Finn Balfour,

Despite economic concerns, Airbnb reports that guests are still excited to travel. The company even reached a milestone last year, marking their first full full year of profit. Airbnb has been a major beneficiary of the work and lifestyle changes wrought by the pandemic. Remote work and tacking on extra days to vacations have given consumers more time to travel….

Morning Report: IRS issues fifteen billion in refunds

February 15, 2023

Finn Balfour,

The IRS has issues nearly eight million refunds, adding up to about fifteen billion dollars. As of February third, the average amount for a refund was $1,963. This is down from the average of $2,201 last February. The average refund amount may change again before the April 18th deadline as the IRS continues to process more returns. A new report…

High school basketball region tournaments highlights and scores

February 14, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — High school basketball’s region tournaments are underway and scores from several games are below. Boys Houston County 52 Thomas County Central 46 Veterans 72 Northside-WR 58 Rutland 74 Jordan 42 Girls Houston County 49 Lee County 58 Northside-WR 36 Thomas County Central 71 Southwest 55 Kendrick 22 Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

DA: Convicted sex offender sentenced to 45 years for raping 14-year-old girl

A 33-year-old man was sentenced to 45 years in prison with the first 20 years to be served in the Department of Corrections after he pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including child molestation, sexual battery on a child under 16 and statutory rape.

February 14, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Donald Williams (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 33-year-old man was sentenced to 45 years in prison with the first 20 years to be served in the Department of Corrections after he pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including child molestation, sexual battery on a child under 16 and statutory rape. That’s according to Macon Judicial District Attorney…

Warm again Wednesday

Temperatures will once again warm into the 70s Wednesday afternoon, even with increasing clouds. Rain returns Thursday evening.

February 14, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

Warm air is sticking around for most of this week in Middle Georgia as a front moves just north of the area. Clouds will start to increase Wednesday, but this shouldn’t inhibit our warming to the mid 70s. Wednesday evening clouds will keep us warm, with lows falling only into the mid 50s. By Thursday we will be watching a…

Valentine’s Day coincides with National Donor Day: Learn how organ donation can save lives

While Tuesday is most commonly known as Valentine's Day, it also marks National Donor Day, a day to recognize the individuals who have selflessly given the gift of life through organ donation.

February 14, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — While Tuesday is most commonly known as Valentine’s Day, it also marks National Donor Day, a day to recognize the individuals who have selflessly given the gift of life through organ donation. Candice Stephens, who received a kidney and pancreas organ donation from her husband, encourages everyone to consider becoming an organ donor, citing the potential…

Tech Report: US cracks down on crypto and Amazon increases their cut of sales

February 14, 2023

Finn Balfour,

In the weeks since the collapse of FTX, the US government is targeting cryptocurrency firms. Major crypto firms are now facing challenges securing relationships with banks. This increasingly aggressive posture could push the industry to the fringes of finance. And Amazon is taking half of each sale from its merchants. Amazon is squeezing more money from the nearly 2 million…

Macon Bibb County Commissioners Vote To Add New Security Cameras In Downtown Macon

Macon-Bibb County plans to add multi-sensor dome cameras in downtown and at Carolyn Crayton Park

Macon-Bibb County has plans to install new multi-sensor dome cameras in Carolyn Crayton Park and in several parts of downtown Macon.

February 14, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County has plans to install three multi-sensor dome cameras in Carolyn Crayton Park and in downtown Macon. The county will use $700,000 acquired through school zone camera ticket proceeds to pay for the cameras. Mayor Lester Miller says he hopes the cameras will help prevent and reduce crime. “Just this last year, we’ve had almost…

Milledgeville gaming bar Dungeons and Daiquiris celebrates one-year anniversary

Dungeons and Daiquiris, a popular gaming bar in downtown Milledgeville, is celebrating its one-year anniversary and recent membership in the Chamber of Commerce.

February 14, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Dungeons and Daiquiris, a popular gaming bar in downtown Milledgeville, is celebrating its one-year anniversary and recent membership in the Chamber of Commerce. The bar held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday. Co-owner Rebecca Auzenne said the bar, which offers a unique atmosphere for fans of both arcade and tabletop gaming, has been successful since its inception during…

Morning Report: Super Bowl betting breaks records and housing costs impact Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2023

Finn Balfour,

This year’s Super Bowl betting set records for Sportsbooks. Similar betting services reported impressive numbers as well this year. FanDuel said that at their peak, they were taking fifty-thousand bets per second. DraftKings paid out nearly three-million dollars to one bettor on the Chief’s win. This was also the first time that the Super Bowl was held in a state…

Valentine’s Day stays dry and warm in Middle Georgia

Sunshine and highs in the 70s will make for a pleasant Valentine's Day across Middle Georgia. Storms return later this week.

February 13, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

It has been a nice start to the week in Middle Georgia, with plentiful sunshine and highs in the 70s. Overnight we will be falling into the 30s once again, under clear skies. Don’t expect much of a change tomorrow as sunshine returns for Valentine’s Day. Highs will be warming to the low 70s. Should be a nice day for…

Crawford County road closed due to heavy rainfall over the weekend

County Administrator Sharon Sanders says Causey Road is closed between Sandy Point Road and Hamlin Road after parts of the road caved in due to the rainy weather.

February 13, 2023

Brick Nelson,

KNOXVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Heavy rainfall Saturday left major damage along a Crawford County road. County Administrator Sharon Sanders says Causey Road is closed between Sandy Point Road and Hamlin Road after parts of the road caved in due to the rainy weather. A water drainage pipe is also clogged, and crews are working to make repairs. “We have the…

Robins Air Force Base activates 728th Battle Management Control Squadron

Robins Air Force Base has welcomed a new addition to its ranks with the activation of the 728th Battle Management Control Squadron.

February 13, 2023

Brick Nelson,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Robins Air Force Base has welcomed a new addition to its ranks with the activation of the 728th Battle Management Control Squadron. The new unit, consisting of more than 50 airmen, will help control air space globally from the base with the call sign of “Demons.” According to Lieutenant Colonel Joshua Gulbranson, Commander of the…

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Valentine’s help for the homeless at Tattnall Square Park on Tuesday

February 13, 2023

Haley Janes,

Photo credit to The Vanitecia HouseThe Vanitecia House is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day by hosting an event in Tattnall Square Park to help the homeless. Vanitecia, also known as “Van”, for whom the organization is named after, says her goal is to help end homelessness in Macon with her work. She says she’s been collecting clothes and supplies…

Single vehicle crash in Baldwin leaves one dead

February 13, 2023

Haley Janes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Saturday, a single vehicle crash on Kings Drive in Baldwin County left a woman dead. According to Georgia State Patrol, troopers responded to the incident just before 7 p.m., at Kings Road near Treanor Drive. GSP says that a Lincoln town car was travelling south on Kings road when the it left the roadway and struck…

UPDATE: Baldwin Schools reopening Tuesday following water main break

The break was repaired Monday.

February 13, 2023

41NBC Web Producer,

UPDATE: Baldwin County Schools will reopen Tuesday, according to the school district. “The water main break has been repaired, and all schools are now able to resume a normal schedule,” a news release stated. “Lakeview Academy, the Early Learning Center, the BOE Office as well as the transportation and maintenance buildings will be under a Boiled Water Advisory. Bottled water…

Juvenile injured in Warner Robins drive by shooting

A juvenile was injured in a drive-by shooting in Warner Robins over the weekend

February 13, 2023

41NBC Web Producer,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A juvenile was injured in a drive-by shooting in Warner Robins over the weekend. At around 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, officers were called to an address in the 200 block of Keith Drive. The residence had been struck multiple times by gunfire, and a pre-teen child inside had a single gunshot wound to the upper…

Man killed on Monroe Ave.

February 13, 2023

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A fatal shooting over the weekend was discovered by the new ShotSpotting technology in use by the Bibb Sheriff’s Office. It happened in the 2400 block of Monroe Ave just after 5:47a.m. Saturday. Deputies dispatched to the ShotSpotter call arrived in the area to do a welfare check and noticed a home in the 2400 block…

Warner Robins Demonettes win third consecutive basketball region title

Demonettes will be a one seed in the GHSA 5A state tournament

February 10, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Demonettes defeated the Union Grove Wolverines 56 to 49, winning their third consecutive GHSA 5A Region 2 title. The Wolverines were the only team to give Warner Robins a regular-season region loss, but tonight, the Demonettes made sure to handle things. With the victory, Warner Robins will be a one-seed in the…

Another rainy weekend on the way

Hope you have enjoyed the warm weather because temps will be much cooler over the weekend with continued rain and gusty winds

February 10, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

Well, the cold front has moved through Middle Georgia, but rain will continue through most of the weekend. The front will be stalled over the area for Saturday, keeping us in a rainy pattern across the area. Highs Saturday will be on the cool side, with most of us topping out in the mid 50s. To add to the cold…

According to deputies, 55-year-old Richard Lindsey Rowland was last seen on February 10 leaving Extended Stay America, located at 3980 Riverside Drive in Macon.

There's a new way for Middle Georgia software developers to get involved in the community.

Deputies say the driver pulled off from the traffic stop on Bloomfield Road, dragging a female deputy in the process.

Aaron Adams pleaded guilty in Washington County Superior Court.

A 33-year-old man was sentenced to 45 years in prison with the first 20 years to be served in the Department of Corrections after he pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including child molestation, sexual battery on a child under 16 and statutory rape.

Temperatures will once again warm into the 70s Wednesday afternoon, even with increasing clouds. Rain returns Thursday evening.

While Tuesday is most commonly known as Valentine's Day, it also marks National Donor Day, a day to recognize the individuals who have selflessly given the gift of life through organ donation.

Macon-Bibb County has plans to install new multi-sensor dome cameras in Carolyn Crayton Park and in several parts of downtown Macon.

Dungeons and Daiquiris, a popular gaming bar in downtown Milledgeville, is celebrating its one-year anniversary and recent membership in the Chamber of Commerce.

Sunshine and highs in the 70s will make for a pleasant Valentine's Day across Middle Georgia. Storms return later this week.

County Administrator Sharon Sanders says Causey Road is closed between Sandy Point Road and Hamlin Road after parts of the road caved in due to the rainy weather.

Robins Air Force Base has welcomed a new addition to its ranks with the activation of the 728th Battle Management Control Squadron.

The break was repaired Monday.

A juvenile was injured in a drive-by shooting in Warner Robins over the weekend

Demonettes will be a one seed in the GHSA 5A state tournament

Hope you have enjoyed the warm weather because temps will be much cooler over the weekend with continued rain and gusty winds

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