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Craig Gibson becomes the winningest head coach in Mercer baseball’s program history

Craig Gibson notched his 649th victory in his 20th season with the Mercer Bears.

March 31, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With a 2-1 Mercer victory over Western Carolina, head coach Craig Gibson notched his 649th victory as the leader of the Bears, making him the winningest coach in program history. In his 20th season, Gibson passed former Mercer head coach Barry Meyers who took 26 years to reach 648 wins. Gibson met with his family immediately…

Children with special needs invited to experience prom in Milledgeville

Children with physical and intellectual disabilities will be treated to an evening of food, music and fun.

March 31, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Children with special needs are invited to attend an evening of food, music and fun, thanks to the community of Milledgeville. Children with physical and intellectual disabilities will have a chance to experience prom night, Saturday. Donnie Cannie created the event. His niece, Alyiah, is a special needs child. Cannie says his goal is to let…

Georgia colleges respond to $66M in state budget cuts

USG Chancellor Sonny Perdue says the cuts will change the classroom environment.

March 31, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The University System of Georgia reports 26 Georgia institutions will experience state budget cut totaling $66 million. The University System says it is worried the cuts will negatively impact teachers, students, and educational programs. Chancellor of USG Sonny Perdue says the cuts will change the classroom environment. In Middle Georgia, Middle Georgia State University and Georgia…

Emergency responders break ground on new Monroe County fire station

The new station serves as a replacement for one of Monroe County's oldest stations and will allow for more staffing and equipment.

March 31, 2023

Andrew Willis,

JACKSON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Monroe County leaders and emergency response teams gathered Friday to break ground for the new High Falls Fire Station. The new station is located closer to the interstate, which will help shorten the response time for emergency services entering the community. During the ceremony, first responders jumped into action when they received an emergency call about…

Students compete in SoCon Entrepreneurship Challenge at Mercer

The Challenge began in 2022 with the goal of helping students establish a business or non-profit, by fine-tuning their skills and networking with industry professionals.

March 31, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Student entrepreneurs from schools from across the southeast met in Macon for a chance to showcase their business ideas and compete for a grand prize. Teams of aspiring entrepreneurs gathered at the Mercer Innovation Center Smisson Complex to pitch business proposals to a panel of judges in this year’s SoCon Entrepreneurship Challenge. The Challenge began in…

Bike Walk Macon renovating street in Pleasant Hill neighborhood

Volunteers are needed to improve pedestrian and biking safety along Walnut Street

March 31, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon is transforming a section in Pleasant Hill this weekend. The organization wants to improve the Walnut Street area by adding signage and bike lanes. Sidewalk cleanups will also take place to improve pedestrian and biking safety. Bike Walk Macon is requesting more volunteers. The clean up event is happening at 3:00 p.m. Saturday…

Man wanted in connection to Macon burglaries

Deputies are trying to find 57-year-old James Edward Rouse.

March 31, 2023

Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office needs the public’s help locating a burglary suspect. Deputies are trying to find 57-year-old James Edward Rouse. He is wanted for several criminal trespass and burglary warrants in Macon-Bibb County. Rouse is around six feet tall and weighs between 225 to 245 pounds. He possibly has salt and pepper hair, and…

Teen shot on Pinedale Drive in Macon

The shooting happened around 1:20 Friday afternoon

March 31, 2023

Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An 18-year-old is in critical condition after a shooting in south Macon. The shooting happened around 1:20 Friday afternoon in the 4500 block of Pinedale Drive. When deputies responded to the scene they located a man with a gunshot wound. He was transported to a medical facility for treatment. The teen was last listed in critical…

Historic Macon hosting Spring Flea Market this weekend

The Spring Flea Market is free and open to the public.

March 30, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Historic Macon is preparing for its Spring Flea Market. Items for sale range from furniture and silverware to vinyl albums and historic art. Other items include garden accessories, outdoor furniture, lamps, antiques, rugs, linens, tableware and glassware, toys, electronics, holiday decor, tools, luggage and sporting goods. Historic Macon says it expects around two to three thousand…

Perry hosting 34th annual Dogwood Festival this weekend

The festival takes place April 1-2 in downtown Perry.

March 30, 2023

Brick Nelson,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Downtown Perry is painted in yellow and white in celebration of the 34th annual Dogwood Festival. It is happening April 1-2nd. The Perry Chamber of Commerce hosts the festival each year, and says it brings the community together and showcases local businesses. “We got a lot of vendors here who don’t actually have store fronts so…

World Bipolar Day observed to raise awareness and dispel stigma

Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that can cause a person to experience symptoms of depressive or manic episodes over an extended period of time.

March 30, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Today is recognized as World Bipolar Day as an effort to raise awareness and dispel stigma surrounding the mood disorder. According to Dr. Brian Wright, Resident Psychiatrist at Piedmont Macon, people affected by bipolar disorder can experience symptoms of depressive or manic episodes over an extended period of time. “We commonly just associate it with people…

Gcsu Offers Compost Program For Students

GCSU offers compost operation program for students

Since 2017, the composting site has turned more than 70,000 pounds of food waste into amended soil.

March 30, 2023

Edward Smart,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia College and State University is teaching students about compost operations. Since 2017, the campus has turned more than 70,000 pounds of food waste into amended soil. The site is ran by an all-female team, that diverts roughly 1,000 pounds of food waste a week into compost. This food comes from Georgia College’s dining hall….

Eastman Tractor Supply teaches youth how to grow a garden

The store is hosting a "Plant-A-Seed event" on Saturday.

March 30, 2023

Brick Nelson,

EASTMAN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– The Tractor Supply store in Eastman is inviting kids to learn how start their own garden. The store is hosting a “Plant-A-Seed event” on Saturday. The goal is to give them an opportunity to learn the basics of gardening. The store says it will teach kids how to plant a perennial butterfly garden. “I think its’ going to…

Tech Report: Gen Z loves dumb phones and Apple announces annual conference

March 30, 2023

Finn Balfour,

Gen Z loves dumb phones. CNBC reports that young people are tired of screens. In the United States, feature flip phone sales were up in 2022 for HMD Global, with tens of thousands sold each month. Some of the biggest names in tech are calling for artificial intelligence labs to take a break from developing powerful AI systems for at…

UPDATE: Arrest made in fatal shooting at Brookhaven Apartments

Deputies responded to a domestic call and found an unresponsive man with a gunshot wound.

March 30, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE: Deputies make an arrest. It was reported that suspect 32-year-old Keywan Gerold Capers was involved in an altercation with his girlfriend when victim 37-year-old Christopher Matthew Rachalla tried to intervene and was shot and killed by Capers. After shooting Rachalla , Capers fled the scene in his girlfriend’s vehicle. A look-out was placed for Capers and the vehicle. The vehicle…

Morning Report: FDA approves Narcan for over the counter sale

March 30, 2023

Finn Balfour,

Narcan, a drug used reverse opioid overdoses, can now be sold over the counter. The FDA approved its over the counter sale to try to reduce the rising fatality rates. By late summer, over the counter Narcan is expected to be for sale in big-box chains, supermarkets, convenience stores, gas stations and online retailers. Amazon is starting to warn consumers…

BS Report: March 29th – Braves: 2023 Predictions

March 29, 2023

David Tufts,

As the braves get set to being the regular season tomorrow, the sports media is picking them to win the world series. Bill Shanks weighs in with his predictions for the new season. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, MLB, Opening Day

Perry defeats Baldwin 11-0 in both games of a doubleheader

Perry has won nine games in a row.

March 29, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Perry Panthers dominated Baldwin 11-0 in both games in a doubleheader, with each game only lasting five innings due to the mercy rule. In game one, the Panthers scored three runs in the third and eight in the fourth inning. In game two, Perry scored two runs in the first, five in the second, and…

Local law firm donates hundreds of free meals, supplies to Milledgeville residents impacted by tornado

Forrest B. Johnson and Associates provides aid to the community after a devastating tornado.

March 29, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A local business gave away hundreds of free meals and emergency supply kits to a community recovering from destruction caused by a tornado. Dozens of cars lined up in front of the East Annex building in Milledgeville Wednesday to receive meals distributed by the Forrest B. Johnson and Associates law firm. Attorney and President of the…

First Baptist Church of Centerville to stage ‘The Living Last Supper’ performance

A Middle Georgia church is bringing a famous painting to life with live actors portraying Jesus Christ and his disciples.

March 29, 2023

Andrew Willis,

CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – First Baptist Church of Centerville is preparing to stage a dramatic performance of “The Living Last Supper,” a recreation of the famous painting by Leonardo Da Vinci. The production will feature live actors portraying Jesus Christ and his disciples at their final meal before the Crucifixion. According to Pastor Don Feezer, this will be the first…

Macon Water Authority discusses flooding issues following weekend storms

The Macon Water Authority is still working to control flooding issues following weekend storms.

March 29, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County residents were hit hard by heavy rainfall over the weekend, causing major flooding in many homes and businesses. The Macon Water Authority (MWA) has been working tirelessly to control flooding issues in the aftermath of the storm. Marvin Land, Director of Stormwater Management for the MWA, explained the heavy rainfall overwhelmed creek banks, which…

Georgia Military College names Jackie Lee first female police chief in history

GMC hopes the appointment inspires more women to pursue law enforcement careers.

March 29, 2023

Edward Smart,

Chief Jackie Lee (GMC Photo)MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia Military College (GMC) has appointed Jackie Lee as its new permanent police chief, making her the first female police chief in the college’s history. GMC’s Executive Director, Colonel Nelson Kraft, expressed his excitement for the appointment of Chief Jackie Lee. “They don’t get any better than Chief Jackie Lee,” Kraft said….

Japanese exchange students visit Dublin, participate in STEM learning

Students toyed with VR headsets, flight simulators, robotics stations and more

March 29, 2023

Shelby Coates,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Eighth graders at Irish Gifted Academy made some new friends from halfway around the world. Twelve foreign exchange students from Osaki, Japan toured the school’s stem lab on Tuesday. The students spent the day working with Dublin students on STEM activities. The students toyed with VR headsets, flight simulators and robotics stations. Osaki, Miyagi Japan and…

Miss Georgia Peach queens crowned for 2023

The Miss Georgia Peach Scholarship Pageant took place Saturday.

March 29, 2023

Shelby Coates,

HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Miss Georgia Peach Scholarship Pageant crowned new queens this weekend in Pulaski County. The winners will go on to represent the peach industry at functions and events across Georgia. This includes taking part in the annual Peach Festival in Fort Valley and Byron. The pageant took place Saturday at the Opera Housein downtown Hawkinsville. 41NBC’s…

Craig Gibson notched his 649th victory in his 20th season with the Mercer Bears.

Children with physical and intellectual disabilities will be treated to an evening of food, music and fun.

USG Chancellor Sonny Perdue says the cuts will change the classroom environment.

The new station serves as a replacement for one of Monroe County's oldest stations and will allow for more staffing and equipment.

The Challenge began in 2022 with the goal of helping students establish a business or non-profit, by fine-tuning their skills and networking with industry professionals.

Volunteers are needed to improve pedestrian and biking safety along Walnut Street

Deputies are trying to find 57-year-old James Edward Rouse.

The shooting happened around 1:20 Friday afternoon

The Spring Flea Market is free and open to the public.

The festival takes place April 1-2 in downtown Perry.

Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that can cause a person to experience symptoms of depressive or manic episodes over an extended period of time.

Since 2017, the composting site has turned more than 70,000 pounds of food waste into amended soil.

The store is hosting a "Plant-A-Seed event" on Saturday.

Deputies responded to a domestic call and found an unresponsive man with a gunshot wound.

Perry has won nine games in a row.

Forrest B. Johnson and Associates provides aid to the community after a devastating tornado.

A Middle Georgia church is bringing a famous painting to life with live actors portraying Jesus Christ and his disciples.

The Macon Water Authority is still working to control flooding issues following weekend storms.

GMC hopes the appointment inspires more women to pursue law enforcement careers.

Students toyed with VR headsets, flight simulators, robotics stations and more

The Miss Georgia Peach Scholarship Pageant took place Saturday.

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