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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…

Next generation of scientists, engineers shine at 46th annual Regional Science and Engineering Fair

Georgia College and State University hosted its 46th annual Regional Science and Engineering Fair this week, drawing more than 160 students from 12 different counties to participate.

February 10, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia College and State University hosted its 46th annual Regional Science and Engineering Fair this week, drawing more than 160 students from 12 different counties to participate. With 78 presentations spanning topics from invasive spiders to the effects of sugar on vegetables, the competition was a showcase of the next generation of scientists and engineers. Sixth-grader…

Man sentenced to life in prison for 2021 murder in Perry

The man pleaded guilty to malice murder, felony murder, and aggravated assault.

February 10, 2023

Shelby Coates,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 21-year-old man is sentenced to life in prison, with the possibility of parole, for killing a man in Perry. Cornelius Murray pleaded guilty to malice murder, felony murder, and aggravated assault. In July 2021, Perry Police arrested Murray and 18-year-old Natajah Culpepper in the shooting death of 77-year-old Willie Jacox. An investigation shows that Jacox…

Sen. Jon Ossoff announces expansion of aviation workforce training at Middle Georgia State University

U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff made a stop at Middle Georgia State University's Macon campus on Friday to announce the expansion of aviation workforce training to the MGA's School of Aviation in Eastman.

February 10, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff made a stop at Middle Georgia State University’s Macon campus on Friday to announce the expansion of aviation workforce training to the MGA’s School of Aviation in Eastman. “The way this will help me is I already have the knowledge as far as the system and how it works, and this is…

Middle Georgia State University tests high school students’ math skills with MaPP Challenge

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) kick-started Friday with a challenge that put students' critical thinking and math skills to the test.

February 10, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia State University (MGA) kick-started Friday with a challenge that put students’ critical thinking and math skills to the test. More than 120 high school students from nine different schools across the state gathered on MGA’s Macon campus to participate in the Mathematical Puzzle Program, or “MaPP” challenge. The event exposed students to college-level mathematics…

Macon-Bibb County, Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful join forces for 5th community cleanup on March 4

Macon-Bibb County and Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful are once again joining forces to hold their fifth community-wide cleanup event.

February 10, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County and Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful are once again joining forces to hold their fifth community-wide cleanup event. Details of the upcoming event were announced Friday. Mayor Lester Miller expressed his excitement about the upcoming cleanup day and said he hopes it will inspire others to join in the effort. The mayor’s Clean Streets Matter Initiative…

Piedmont Macon Medical Center hosts online career overview for aspiring healthcare students

Piedmont Macon Medical Center hosted a virtual career overview for aspiring healthcare students on Friday.

February 10, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon Medical Center hosted a virtual career overview for aspiring healthcare students on Friday. The event targeted students in grades 6-12 who are interested in a career in healthcare, teaching them about potential jobs they could hold in the future. The CEO of Piedmont Macon, Stephen Daugherty, spoke about the various job opportunities available in…

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Baldwin County inmate sentenced for pandemic unemployment fraud scheme

February 10, 2023

Haley Janes,

JACOB GARNER — Photo credit to Baldwin County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Baldwin County Jail inmate has been sentenced after orchestrating a pandemic unemployment fraud scheme from behind bars. The Department of Justice says 34-year-old Jacob Garner of Milledgeville is to serve 24 months in prison followed by 3 years of supervised release after pleading guilty to theft…

Mercer WBB falls to UT Chattanooga for the second time this season

Mercer is 6-4 in the SoCon play and fourth in the conference standings.

February 9, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mercer women’s basketball team took on the UT Chattanooga Mocs looking to get revenge from a loss earlier this season and extend their winning streak to four games. The game remained even keel for the most part, and with 13 seconds left to play in regulation, Mercer trailed by two and failed to hit the…

Rainy, colder for the end of the week

Rain will be sticking around Middle Georgia for most of the weekend as a cold front stalls over the area. Temps cool back to the 50s Friday.

February 9, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

Rain has started in Middle Georgia this afternoon and will be continuing through the weekend. A cold front is approaching and will move through during the morning hours on Friday. The cold front will then stall over our area during the afternoon. This will keep most of us in the 50s Friday, with off and on rain through the day…

Deputies: Teen in critical condition after drive-by shooting in Macon

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating an aggravated assault that happened in the 4200 block of Elkan Avenue just before 7 Thursday night.

February 9, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an aggravated assault that happened in the 4200 block of Elkan Avenue just before 7 Thursday night. Witnesses told deputies a 16-year-old male was walking on Elkan Avenue when a vehicle drove by and multiple shots were fired. The victim was struck multiple times and was transported to Atrium…

Macon-Bibb increases minimum wage for county employees

Macon-Bibb County has successfully completed its initiative to raise the minimum wage for its county employees.

February 9, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County has successfully completed its initiative to raise the minimum wage for its county employees. More than $850,000 has been allocated toward this effort. The increase in minimum wage, approved by county commissioners, will be implemented over the course of two years. By the end of the process, all consolidated government employees will be earning…

Macon-Bibb religious leaders join forces for progress at Council of Clergy luncheon

Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller hosted his first Council of Clergy luncheon of the year Thursday, with a focus on race and economic justice.

February 9, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller hosted his first Council of Clergy luncheon of the year Thursday, with a focus on race and economic justice. The event, held at the Tubman Museum, was attended by more than 125 clergy leaders from the community. The goal of the council, according to Dr. Henry Ficklin, the Executive Director of the…

Houston County Holds Second Annual Sweetheart Pageant For Girls With Special Needs

Houston County Miss Sweetheart Pageant happening Saturday

Veterans High School will host the second annual Sweetheart Pageant this Saturday.

February 9, 2023

Edward Smart,

KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Veterans High School will host the second annual Sweetheart Pageant this Saturday. This year’s pageant features 15 girls with special needs who will take the stage to show off their unique talents and personalities. Student organizer Molly Brown says she loves working with the students and wants to use this platform to support other organizations. Molly…

Atrium Health Navicent raises awareness for heart health during American Heart Month

"We recommend doing cardio-specific exercise at least three days a week where you're basically getting your heart rate up for thirty minutes at a time," Dr. Brandon Elmore, a structural cardiologist at Atrium Health Navicent, said.

February 9, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – February is American Heart Month, and Atrium Health Navicent is making a concerted effort to raise community awareness about heart health. With heart disease being one of the leading causes of death in the United States, it is important to educate the public on ways to maintain a healthy heart. According to the Centers for Disease…

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UPDATE:Cochran man turns himself in for deadly shooting

February 9, 2023

Haley Janes,

UPDATE: The GBI says James Ian Spires is in custody as he turned himself into the Bleckley County Sheriff’s Office on February 8th. He will be taken to the Pulaski County Detention Center where his charges first originated. HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 24-year-old Cochran man is wanted for shooting 68-year-old Hawkinsville man, James Cheek, leaving him in critical condition…

BS Report: February 8th – The Road to Spring Training

The Braves are heading to spring training with some new faces and some old favorites.

February 8, 2023

David Tufts,

The Braves are heading to spring training with some new faces and some old favorites. Bill Shanks takes a look at the lineups and the competitions heading into the season. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, MLB, nl east, spring training

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

Georgia College and State University hosted its 46th annual Regional Science and Engineering Fair this week, drawing more than 160 students from 12 different counties to participate.

The man pleaded guilty to malice murder, felony murder, and aggravated assault.

U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff made a stop at Middle Georgia State University's Macon campus on Friday to announce the expansion of aviation workforce training to the MGA's School of Aviation in Eastman.

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) kick-started Friday with a challenge that put students' critical thinking and math skills to the test.

Macon-Bibb County and Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful are once again joining forces to hold their fifth community-wide cleanup event.

Piedmont Macon Medical Center hosted a virtual career overview for aspiring healthcare students on Friday.

Mercer is 6-4 in the SoCon play and fourth in the conference standings.

Rain will be sticking around Middle Georgia for most of the weekend as a cold front stalls over the area. Temps cool back to the 50s Friday.

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating an aggravated assault that happened in the 4200 block of Elkan Avenue just before 7 Thursday night.

Macon-Bibb County has successfully completed its initiative to raise the minimum wage for its county employees.

Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller hosted his first Council of Clergy luncheon of the year Thursday, with a focus on race and economic justice.

Veterans High School will host the second annual Sweetheart Pageant this Saturday.

"We recommend doing cardio-specific exercise at least three days a week where you're basically getting your heart rate up for thirty minutes at a time," Dr. Brandon Elmore, a structural cardiologist at Atrium Health Navicent, said.

The Braves are heading to spring training with some new faces and some old favorites.

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