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Chess And Community Helps Macon Youth With Leadership Skills

Macon youth program promotes life skills through chess

Chess and Community, a youth development program, is promoting strategy and planning skills through the game of chess. Their motto, "think before you move", aims to help children combat impulsive behavior and learn how to plan ahead.

February 16, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Chess and Community, a youth development program, is promoting strategy and planning skills through the game of chess. Their motto, “think before you move”, aims to help children combat impulsive behavior and learn how to plan ahead. Chuck Henderson, the director of Chess and Community, explained the benefits of the game in youth development. “Chess is…

Tech Report: Twitter rolls out major policy change

February 16, 2023

Finn Balfour,

Twitter quietly rolled out its latest major policy change this week. The platform is now the first major social media platform to allow advertisements that feature cannabis products in the U.S. Companies must be pre-authorized by Twitter to and follow regulations to promote their products through the website. Following job cuts, Meta Platforms has increased the $4 million security allowance…

Morning Report: Narcan may soon be sold over the counter

February 16, 2023

Finn Balfour,

Narcan, a drug that can rapidly reverse opioid overdoses, may soon be available without a prescription. An FDA advisory committee voted unanimously to recommend that the agency allow Narcan to be sold over the counter. This medication has already been in use for decades. It can counter the effects of overdose from drugs such as prescription painkillers, heroin, and fentanyl….

High school basketball region tournament highlights and scores

February 15, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Below are the scores for two region tournaments. Boys Region 2-4A Perry 73 Spalding 55 Westside 52 Baldwin 58 Region 2-2A Northeast 58 Southwest 55 Rutland 59 Kendrick 42 Girls Region 2-4A Baldwin 79 West Laurens 19 Griffin 78 Howard 27 Region 2-2A Spencer 58 Southwest 26 ACE 71 Jordan 46 Categories: Across Georgia…

Warming more Thursday ahead of overnight rain

Warm weather will continue across Middle Georgia Thursday, ahead of our next cold front that will bring some heavy rain and thunderstorms.

February 15, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

It has been feeling like spring across Middle Georgia this week and we will keep that trend going on Thursday. Overnight lows will only be falling into the mid 50s, giving us a head start on highs in the upper 70s tomorrow. We will also see southerly winds picking up through the day, helping to increase humidity. A few showers…

Georgia College launches initiative providing two-year college program for adults with disabilities

Georgia College and State University has launched a two-year college program for adults with disabilities called the GCSU Thrive Initiative. The program provides individuals with intellectual disabilities the chance to achieve their dreams of obtaining a college degree.

February 15, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia College and State University has launched a two-year college program for adults with disabilities called the GCSU Thrive Initiative. The program provides individuals with intellectual disabilities the chance to achieve their dreams of obtaining a college degree. “We’ve come so full circle that we’re taking the same people that used to maybe be written off…

Macon Bibb County Fire Department Promotes Nearly 50 Firefighters To Sergeant

Macon-Bibb Fire Department promotes 48 firefighters to rank of Sergeant

The Macon-Bibb Fire Department promoted 48 firefighters to the rank of Sergeant Wednesday.

February 15, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department promoted 48 firefighters to the rank of Sergeant Wednesday. Sgt. Chris Boling shared with us how much this means to him. “There’s a lot of good people in the fire department that haven’t made this rank, so to promote to a rank like this with other good people, it just means a…

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…

Chess and Community, a youth development program, is promoting strategy and planning skills through the game of chess. Their motto, "think before you move", aims to help children combat impulsive behavior and learn how to plan ahead.

Warm weather will continue across Middle Georgia Thursday, ahead of our next cold front that will bring some heavy rain and thunderstorms.

Georgia College and State University has launched a two-year college program for adults with disabilities called the GCSU Thrive Initiative. The program provides individuals with intellectual disabilities the chance to achieve their dreams of obtaining a college degree.

The Macon-Bibb Fire Department promoted 48 firefighters to the rank of Sergeant Wednesday.

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.

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