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WRFD: Lightning during Monday’s storms caused 7 fires

The Warner Robins Fire Department says lightning strikes during Monday's storms resulted in more than half a dozen fires.

July 5, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Warner Robins Fire Department reports several lightning firesWarner Robins Fire Department reports several fires caused by lightning strikesWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Fire Department says lightning strikes during Monday’s storms resulted in more than half a dozen fires. The fire department says seven fires broke out late Monday night. Four of those were structure fires. Five families…

Robins Air Force Base hosting ‘Adaptive Golf Clinic’ for veterans

Disabled veterans are getting a chance to improve their golf game thanks to a six-week program at Robins Air Force Base.

July 5, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Robins Air Force Base hosts an adaptive golf clinic for veterans with disabilitiesRobins Air Force BaseWARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Disabled veterans are getting a chance to improve their golf game. A six-week program at Robins Air Force Base is helping veterans stay active. Veterans like Keith Rhodes are excited to be on the golf course. “It gives you a chance…

Covid vaccines now available for Middle Georgia children 6 months and older

The North Central Health District and Atrium Health Navicent have their supply of vaccines for children over the age of six months ready to go.

July 5, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The wait to get your youngest children vaccinated against the coronavirus is over. The North Central Health District and Atrium Health Navicent have their supply of vaccines for children over the age of six months ready to go. “We’re excited to expand access for the youngest in our community to get vaccines so that we can…

Coach’s Corner 2022: Joaquin Sample of the Central Chargers

41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Joaquin Sample of the Central Chargers.

July 5, 2022

David Tufts,

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Joaquin Sample of the Central Chargers. Coming off of a 1-9 season in 2021, hear how Coach Samples and the Chargers plan to excel in a new region. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Central High School, Coach’s Corner, joaquin sample

FVSU president visits Israel for academic, research partnership

President Paul Anthony Jones is part of a delegation of presidents from HBCU arriving in Israel.

July 5, 2022

Shelby Coates,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The president of Fort Valley State University is visiting Israel as part of a program to create new academic and research partnerships between American and Israeli universities. President Paul Anthony Jones is part of a delegation of presidents from Historically Black Colleges and Universities arriving in Israel. The six-day trip is hosted by the American…

GCSU generates $285M in local economic impact

The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia commissioned the annual study.

July 5, 2022

Shelby Coates,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia College & State University reports its impact on the local economy is growing. GCSU states it reached an economic impact of more than $285 million in 2021. That’s an increase of $2.7 million from the previous fiscal year, according to the annual study commissioned by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia…

Morning Business Report: U.S. airlines cancel 1,200 flights over holiday weekend

July 5, 2022

Edward Smart,

The average car is getting less affordable for the average person with typical monthly payments hitting all-time highs. US airlines canceled over 1,200 flights from Friday to Sunday over the July 4th holiday weekend. High gas prices are leading people to pull back on their driving. JPMorgan warns oil prices could surge 240% as Russia slashes output in response to…

Temperatures continue to climb heading into midweek

July 5, 2022

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Heat indices will be in the triple digits across Middle Georgia this afternoon. Today There were a good amount of scattered clouds to begin the morning in Middle Georgia. Temperatures were in the low 70s as were dew points, indicating a near saturated atmosphere. The moisture content around the region rose again last night due to…

Scattered storms and heat continue this week

July 4, 2022

Cecilia Reeves,

Scattered showers and storms have ruined fireworks for some across Middle Georgia this evening. Expect to see these storms hang around for a bit tonight, before giving way to some patchy fog by Tuesday morning. Tuesday will bring another hot day to the area with partly cloudy skies and a chance for afternoon storms. This trend of heat, humidity, and…

Lake Tobesofkee’s ‘Sparks Over the Park’ makes return

If you're interested in catching Monday night's fireworks show, gates will close at 8 p.m. The show will start around 9:15 and is expected to last about 15 minutes.

July 4, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Lake Tobesofkee held its first Sparks Over the Park Fourth of July celebration Monday after two years of not holding the event due to the pandemic. Families were out enjoying the weather and being together. Frank Stewart started setting up at 11 a.m. He told 41NBC he missed being able to celebrate with his family. “I…

Warner Robins Fire Department gives home maintenance tips to prevent fires

“You'd be surprised by how many people don't have smoke detectors in the home,” WRFD inspector Artis Powell said.

July 4, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The regular maintenance on your home can seem like a pain at times, but according to Artis Powell, an inspector with the Warner Robins Fire Department, taking extra steps can keep your home safe from fires. “You’d be surprised by how many people don’t have smoke detectors in the home,” Powell said. “If you’re a…

‘A night of Georgia Music’ premieres Monday night

Macon's Historic Grand Opera House took part in the filming of 'A Night of Georgia Music' in March.

July 4, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Grand Opera House live concert recording premiereGrand Opera HouseMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon’s Historic Grand Opera House took part in the filming of ‘A Night of Georgia Music’ in March. The film is airing on Georgia Public Broadcasting at 7 Monday night and will be released on television networks this fall. The production showcases Georgia’s music industry with three well-known…

BBB says 4th of July fireworks leads to increase in missing pets, pet scams

As Fourth of July celebrations continue, it's important to keep your pets safe from fireworks.

July 4, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Fourth of July causes increase in pet scamsPet ScamsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As Fourth of July celebrations continue, it’s important to keep your pets safe from fireworks. According to the Better Business Bureau, there’s an increase in lost pets this time of year due to them running away at the sound of fireworks. The BBB says if you lose your…

Bibb Superior Court Clerk’s Office says it will file veterans’ DD214 form free of charge

If you're a veteran in Bibb County, the Superior Court Clerk's Office says it can store your military discharge paperwork free of charge.

July 4, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you’re a veteran in Bibb County, the Superior Court Clerk’s Office says it can store your military discharge paperwork free of charge. Erica L. Woodford, the Superior Court Clerk, says the form is referred to as a DD214. When you file the document with the Clerk’s Office, you’ll always know where it is and be…

Bibb Sheriff’s Office: Juvenile in critical condition following Monday afternoon shooting

It happened around 1 p.m. in the 4200 block of Robinson Circle, according to a Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release.

July 4, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A juvenile male is in critical condition at the hospital after a shooting Monday afternoon. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says the incident, which happened in the 4200 block of Robinson Circle, was called in to the Macon-Bibb 911 Center around 1 o’clock. Witnesses told deputies a male juvenile was shot during an altercation…

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GBI investigates Houston County officer-involved shooting

July 4, 2022

Haley Janes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into an officer involved shooting that took place in Warner Robins Sunday night, in which one man was shot and died. According to the release from the GBI, Sunday, July 3rd, the Houston County Sheriff’s Office was sent to 402 Tharpe Road for a welfare check around 10…

Triple digit heat indices return for July 4th

July 4, 2022

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A hot and humid pattern is taking over Middle Georgia for the first week of July. Today Over the weekend we saw afternoon sunshine make a return following a cloudy week. We also saw storms during the afternoon and evening scattered around Middle Georgia. That trend is continuing into today and the first full week of…

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2 in custody following chase that ended in crash near Macon urgent care facility

A man and woman are now in custody following a chase Friday that started in I-75 in Monroe County and ended with a crash at Atrium Health Navicent's Urgent Care facility on Riverside Drive in Macon.

July 1, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

Damon Stuart and Ramona Wall (Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man and woman are now in custody following a chase Friday that started in I-75 in Monroe County and ended with a crash at Atrium Health Navicent’s Urgent Care facility on Riverside Drive in Macon. A Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release says a deputy spotted a…

Dudley Little League baseball beats Warner Robins American Little League for District 5 title

Dudley beat Warner Robins 13-3 Friday night to capture the District 5 title.

July 1, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Facebook/Dudley Little LeagueDUDLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dudley Little League (10-12) baseball team is heading to the state tournament. Dudley, the District 5 tournament host, advanced to the finals with a 19-0 win over Western and a 4-0 win over Warner Robins American. The boys beat Warner Robins American 13-3 in four innings for the title Friday night. Dudley…

City of Centerville celebrates Independence Day

The City of Centerville held its annual 'Independence Day Celebration' on Friday.

July 1, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Centerville Independence Day CelebrationIndependence Day CelebrationCENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT ) — The City of Centerville held its annual ‘Independence Day Celebration’ on Friday. Hundreds attended the event at Center Park, which featured live music from the Swingin’ Medallions and a local DJ. Families brought picnic blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the show, while kids cooled off in the splash pad….

Houston County District Attorney addresses recent violent crimes, says arrests are coming soon

Houston County District Attorney William Kendall is addressing recent violent crimes in Warner Robins.

July 1, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Houston County DA addresses violent crimesHouston CountyWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Houston County District Attorney William Kendall is addressing recent violent crimes in Warner Robins. According to Kendall, two of the homicides that happened last weekend involved gang activity. It’s an issue he says his office is already working to address. Since January, the DA’s office has put together a…

MTA’s Spirit of Macon mural expands to phase 2

July 1, 2022

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- If you enjoyed downtown Macon’s ‘Spirit of Macon’ mural from Abraham Abebe, you’ll soon be able to enjoy a sequel! The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority says the colorful piece is getting a part two that will extend across the face of the bridge at Fifth and Poplar streets, and Abebe will be back to finish the piece….

Large donation to fund construction of more than a dozen homes in Macon neighborhoods

Macon Area Habitat for Humanity announced Friday a match donation of $500,000 from the Peyton Anderson Foundation.

July 1, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

(File: June 2022) A Habitat for Humanity Home built on an blight lot in the Lynnwood Estates neighborhoodMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Area Habitat for Humanity announced Friday a match donation of $500,000 from the Peyton Anderson Foundation. This matches a $500,000 grant recently approved by Macon-Bibb County through the American Rescue Plan Act. The now combined $1 million will…

Law enforcement officers provide traffic safety tips ahead of busy travel weekend

"If you're going to travel, leave ahead of time," Bibb County Sheriff's Office Maj. Brad Wolfe said. "Leave sooner than you usually do to prepare for that traffic congestion."

July 1, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – More people on the roads for the Independence Day travel weekend means an increased risk of danger. “If you’re going to travel, leave ahead of time,” Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Maj. Brad Wolfe said. “Leave sooner than you usually do to prepare for that traffic congestion.” Maj. Wolfe and Cpl. Jason Stone with Georgia State Patrol…

The Warner Robins Fire Department says lightning strikes during Monday's storms resulted in more than half a dozen fires.

Disabled veterans are getting a chance to improve their golf game thanks to a six-week program at Robins Air Force Base.

The North Central Health District and Atrium Health Navicent have their supply of vaccines for children over the age of six months ready to go.

41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Joaquin Sample of the Central Chargers.

President Paul Anthony Jones is part of a delegation of presidents from HBCU arriving in Israel.

The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia commissioned the annual study.

If you're interested in catching Monday night's fireworks show, gates will close at 8 p.m. The show will start around 9:15 and is expected to last about 15 minutes.

“You'd be surprised by how many people don't have smoke detectors in the home,” WRFD inspector Artis Powell said.

Macon's Historic Grand Opera House took part in the filming of 'A Night of Georgia Music' in March.

As Fourth of July celebrations continue, it's important to keep your pets safe from fireworks.

If you're a veteran in Bibb County, the Superior Court Clerk's Office says it can store your military discharge paperwork free of charge.

It happened around 1 p.m. in the 4200 block of Robinson Circle, according to a Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release.

A man and woman are now in custody following a chase Friday that started in I-75 in Monroe County and ended with a crash at Atrium Health Navicent's Urgent Care facility on Riverside Drive in Macon.

Dudley beat Warner Robins 13-3 Friday night to capture the District 5 title.

The City of Centerville held its annual 'Independence Day Celebration' on Friday.

Houston County District Attorney William Kendall is addressing recent violent crimes in Warner Robins.

Macon Area Habitat for Humanity announced Friday a match donation of $500,000 from the Peyton Anderson Foundation.

"If you're going to travel, leave ahead of time," Bibb County Sheriff's Office Maj. Brad Wolfe said. "Leave sooner than you usually do to prepare for that traffic congestion."

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