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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Police investigating armed robbery at Milledgeville Dollar General

Milledgeville Police are investigating an armed robbery at the Dollar General located at 1550 North Columbia Street.
Tucker Sargent,

Photos: Milledgeville PoliceMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Milledgeville Police are investigating an armed robbery at the Dollar General located at 1550 North Columbia Street. It happened Tuesday afternoon around 2:15, according to a MPD Facebook post. That’s all the information we have right now. Call 911 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME if you have information. Follow Tucker Sargent on Facebook…

Ask Angi: Tips For A Budget Friendly Bathroom Remodel
Ask Angi

Ask Angi: Tips for a budget friendly bathroom remodel

Finn Balfour,

This year, bathroom remodels are all the rage, and for good reason. A good bathroom remodel can bring in a return on investment of 70 percent and make any day feel like a spa day. Angie Hicks, Chief Customer Officer and Home Expert at Angi, is here to walk you through some projects that can transform your bathroom without breaking…

Tech Report: Samsung May Change The Default Search Engine In Its New Phones
Tech Report

Tech Report: Samsung may change the default search engine in its new phones

What the change could cost Google
Finn Balfour,

Samsung is considering changing its default search engine in its new line of smartphones from Google to Microsoft’s Bing. Alphabet pays billions of dollars to maintain Google’s default-search status on mobile phones. Samsung’s deal with Google is up for renewal soon. It’s worth an estimated 3 billion dollars in revenue to Google. There’s an Amazon alternative that says it caters…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

4 alligators caught at Oakview Golf Course, released into the wild

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Gators gone golfing! At least that’s what comes to mind when you hear that Bibb County’s Animal enforcement officer Rebecca Galeazzo spent her weekend rounding up four alligators found at Oakview Golf Course on Saturday and Sunday. Here’s a good look at the scaly sporters: According to the BCSO Facebook page, the gators were all wrangled…

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Atlanta News, Featured, Georgia News

Dr. Charles Stanley, Atlanta pastor behind “In Touch Ministries”, dies at 90

Haley Janes,

Dr. Charles F. Stanley — Photo Credits to In Touch Ministries (41NBC/WMGT) — The influential pastor Dr. Charles Stanley– who was the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Atlanta for 50 years , as well as the leader of “In Touch Ministries”, has passed away. Known for his “In Touch” Ministries program now, Stanley got his start when his half-hour program…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man arrested in connection with 2021 involuntary manslaughter investigation

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man has been arrested in connection to an investigation from 2021 for Involuntary Manslaughter. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, on Monday around 8 p.m., investigators spotted a suspect who was wanted in connection to an incident that happened in January of 2021, in which the suspect got into a physical altercation with 54-year-old…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Dry and hot conditions continue for Middle Georgia Tuesday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High pressure moving into the Peach State will keep things hot and dry Tuesday. Today Conditions were clear and chilly to begin Tuesday in Middle Georgia. Now things are still clear, however it is warming up rapidly. Temperatures are expected to climb into the lower 80s across the region this afternoon. This is despite gentle winds…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores April 10-14

Here are Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, April 10 and Friday, April 14, 2023.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia’s food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, April 10 and Friday, April 14, 2023. All scores of 69 and below are shown in red, which is considered unsatisfactory on the state’s scale. All scores between 70 and 99 are shown in black. All scores of 100…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Milledgeville Burger Week: Ned Kelly’s Downstairs Fire N’ Burger

Ned Kelly's won the Burger Week award in 2022.
Drake Rozelle,

Milledgeville, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Milledgeville Burger Week is back and better than ever! You’ll have a chance to visit sixteen restaurants from April 17 to the 23, each serving up a unique specialty burger. 41NBC had a chance to visit Ned Kelly’s Downstairs, described as an “Australian-themed pub with ‘build your own burgers’ as the specialty”. Ned Kelly’s won the Burger…

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Featured, Local News

Tax preparers see surge in last-minute filers, urge extensions and document preparations

As the tax deadline looms on Tuesday, tax preparers like Liberty Tax Services in Centerville are experiencing a surge in last-minute filers, many of whom are still waiting on necessary tax documents.
Brick Nelson,

CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As the tax deadline looms on Tuesday, tax preparers like Liberty Tax Services in Centerville are experiencing a surge in last-minute filers, many of whom are still waiting on necessary tax documents. To help ease the stress, Liberty Tax is encouraging individuals who haven’t filed yet to request an extension and ensure they have all their…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Cotton Avenue Plaza in downtown Macon now open to public

There's a new space for visitors of downtown Macon to walk, shop and enjoy a meal.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There’s a new space for visitors of downtown Macon to walk, shop and enjoy a meal. The Cotton Avenue Plaza is now open to the public. The outdoor plaza was designed by the Macon Action Plan to create a safe, walkable space for pedestrians along Second Street and Cotton Avenue. The project cost approximately $700,000 and…

Eisenhower Business Improvement District
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Eisenhower Business Improvement District revitalizes Macon corridor

The Eisenhower Business Improvement District is working to make the Business Corridor a cleaner, safer area for businesses and shoppers.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Businesses along Eisenhower Parkway in Macon say they are seeing the benefits of beautification efforts in the area. The Eisenhower Business Improvement District, or EBID, is working to revitalize the Eisenhower Business Corridor. The group was formed by 93 businesses spanning from Interstate 475 to Oglesby Place. The businesses voluntarily decided to pay an ad valorem…

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Monroe County sports complex destroyed by fire, owners vow to rebuild

A fire consumed Bulldog Sportsplex, an indoor baseball and sports training facility in Monroe County, leaving the owners determined to rebuild their dream from the ashes.
Brick Nelson,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A fire consumed Bulldog Sportsplex, an indoor baseball and sports training facility in Monroe County, leaving the owners determined to rebuild their dream from the ashes. The fire, which happened on Saturday, destroyed the complex just two weeks after its grand opening on April 1. “It’s like having a dream and then watching your dream just…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Salvation Army raises money through golf charity event

The Salvation Army of Greater Macon is hosting its third annual charity golf event to raise funds for homeless families and veterans, with the goal of surpassing last year's total of $17,000.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Salvation Army of Greater Macon is hosting its third annual charity golf event to raise funds for homeless families and veterans, with the goal of surpassing last year’s total of $17,000. The event was held at Brickyard Golf Club in Macon. This year’s proceeds are expected to exceed $20,000. “Today’s golf tournament, the third annual…

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Featured, Laurens County, Local News

Carl Vinson VA launches wayfinding app to help patients navigate expansive campus

The Dublin VA has introduced a new patient engagement mobile app to help visitors navigate its expansive campus, which features 4.2 miles of hallways.
Edward Smart,

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center rolls out new app to help with the check-in processCarl Vinson VA Medical CenterDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Carl Vinson VA has introduced a new patient engagement mobile app to help visitors navigate its expansive campus, which features 4.2 miles of hallways. The app serves as a wayfinding tool, assisting patients in locating their destinations…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Milledgeville Burger Week: Shima Sushi Bar and Grill Surf and Turf Burger

Downtown Milledgeville is once again hosting its popular Burger Week from April 17-23, featuring 16 local eateries, each offering a unique specialty burger.
Drake Rozelle,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Downtown Milledgeville is once again hosting its popular Burger Week from April 17-23, featuring 16 local eateries, each offering a unique specialty burger. One participating restaurant, Shima Sushi Bar and Grill, may not typically be known for burgers, but owner Ivan Manoylov has ensured its inclusion in the competition since 2022. This year, Shima is presenting…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

High pressure keeps weather warm and calm for the week

High pressure has moved into Middle Georgia and will be keeping us dry for the week. Highs will warm back to the 80s Tuesday
Cecilia Reeves,

It has been a beautiful day across Middle Georgia after a cold front moved through last night. High pressure behind the front will continue moving over our area through the day Tuesday, helping to keep the skies clear. Tuesday will bring us a warm-up back to the 80s by the afternoon. As high pressure pushes to our east,  winds will…

Tech Report: Best Buy Is Cutting Jobs Across The U.s.
Tech Report

Tech Report: Best Buy is cutting jobs across the U.S.

Finn Balfour,

Best Buy is cutting store jobs across the country. The Wall Street Journal reports that the electronics retailer is looking to trim costs and shift its business more towards e-commerce. The electronics company plans to eliminate hundreds of “consultant” roles. Consultants are store workers who specialize in selling more complex products, such as computers and smartphones. Google is scrambling to…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Fire weather risks up for Middle Georgia Monday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Plenty of sun and heat are expected across Middle Georgia this week as high pressure dominates the Southeastern US. Today Following a relatively cloudy weekend Middle Georgia saw the sun return bright and early Monday. A few clouds still remained during the sunrise hours, but those have since moved out to to the east. Clear conditions…

Morning Report: Social Security Recipients May See Smaller Increases Next Year
Morning Business Report

Morning Report: Social Security recipients may see smaller increases next year

Finn Balfour,

The Social Security Cost-of-Living adjustment could be much smaller next year. Recipients saw an 8.7 percent bump this year, the highest in decades. Social Security benefits could increase by just 3 percent or less in 2024 as inflation fades. Regional Banks report earnings this week. Many say they are paying depositors more to keep them. Small and midsize U.S. banks…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Sunshine and warm temperatures return Saturday, storms possible Sunday

Saturday will be a beautiful day across Middle Georgia, with clear skies and highs in the 80s. Severe storms will be possible Sunday
Cecilia Reeves,

We saw the last of our rain and storms move out early this evening in Middle Georgia, leaving us with a nice, dry night. Tomorrow will bring a beautiful spring day to the area, with clear skies and highs in the 80s. By Saturday evening clouds will push in, ahead of our next round of showers. There is a chance…

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Bleckley County, Featured, Local News

Tornado damages high school gym, tennis court in Bleckley County

After storms swept through Middle Georgia on Thursday, some residents in Bleckley County are now cleaning up and assessing the damage caused by the severe weather.
Edward Smart,

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After storms swept through Middle Georgia on Thursday, some residents in Bleckley County are now cleaning up and assessing the damage caused by the severe weather. Among the affected areas is Bleckley County High School, where a confirmed EF-0 tornado hit the gym and tennis court. Despite the damage, Director of Operations Stanley Thompson remains optimistic….