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Wesleyan College celebrates Chinese Lunar New Year

The event featured games, craft tables and Chinese snacks, followed with a concert performed by the Wesleyan concert choir and guest musicians.

February 2, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wesleyan College held its annual Chinese Lunar New Year celebration Wednesday night. The event featured games, craft tables and Chinese snacks, followed with a concert performed by the Wesleyan concert choir and guest musicians. Doctor Nicholas Steneck is the Associate Professor of History at Wesleyan. He spoke about why this event is significant. “I think it’s…

General Beauregard Lee of Georgia makes his prediction for Groundhog Day

February 2, 2023

Brick Nelson,

JACKSON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– Should we bundle up for the winter or are should we be excited for a early spring? That was the question for General Beauregard “Beau” Lee as he made his big weather prediction for 2023. Early Thursday morning, officials at Dauset Trails Nature Center announced that the groundhog did not see his shadow, meaning Georgia will see an…

BS Report: February 1st – Signing Day and the Dawgs

Bill Shanks looks at the Bulldogs picks for signing day and what we can expect from next year's team.

February 2, 2023

David Tufts,

Bill Shanks looks at the Bulldogs picks for signing day and what we can expect from next year’s team. Categories: Sports Tags: College Football, Georgia Bulldogs, National Signing Day, SEC, UGA

Police in Gray looking for men wanted in crimes across Georgia

Police believe the suspects are from Albany, Georgia, and are suspects in similar crimes in three other Georgia counties.

February 1, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Police in Gray are looking for two people they say broke into multiple vehicles in a neighborhood Wednesday morning. They say the suspects stole several items out of the vehicles, including a gun. Police believe the suspects are from Albany, Georgia, and are suspects in similar crimes in three other Georgia counties. (Photo courtesy of Gray…

Rain moves in Thursday evening

Clouds will hang around Middle Georgia for most of the day Thursday, ahead of heavy rain that moves in for the afternoon/evening

February 1, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

Clouds have been hanging around all week, keeping temps mild in Middle Georgia, but we will add some rain to that forecast tomorrow. A stationary boundary is parked over Middle Georgia tonight and will be a focal point for the incoming rain shield. We start Thursday mostly cloudy, with a few isolated showers possible and temps in the 50s. Throughout…

Macon-Bibb starts Black History Month with celebration of Rosa Parks

Key to the city presented to Parks' niece, Susan McCauley

February 1, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb officially kicked off Black History Month Wednesday with a ceremony honoring the late civil rights icon, Rosa Parks. The event, hosted by the Friends of the Rosa Parks Square Committee, took place at the Macon-Bibb County Government Center across from Rosa Parks Square. Attended by several special guests, including Parks’ niece, Susan McCauley, Macon Mayor…

MTA increases bus fare for first time in 15 years

Macon-Bibb residents will now pay 50 cents more for their bus rides.

February 1, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Transit Authority (MTA) is increasing its bus fare for the first time in 15 years. The bus fare will now cost 50 cents more, going from $1.25 to $1.75. This change has been met with criticism from some residents, like Kimberly Martin, who sees the hike as unjustified. “It’s not worth it,” Martin said….

City Of Perry Allows Golf Carts For Transportation Around Downtown

Golf carts now allowed on certain city streets in Perry

Golf carts offer convenient parking solution in the city

February 1, 2023

Edward Smart,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The city of Perry is making a big change to transportation by introducing new regulations for personal transportation vehicles, including golf carts. The new regulations, which will allow golf carts to be legally driven on city streets under specific conditions, are designed to promote alternative modes of transportation within city limits. Mike Williams, owner of Mike’s…

National Signing Day 2023

Only 1 in 13, approximately seven percent, of high school student-athletes, go on to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level.

February 1, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Only 1 in 13, approximately seven percent of high school student-athletes, go on to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level. Feb. 1, 2023, is National Signing Day, so it is an excellent opportunity to highlight those that have signed their National Letter of Intent here in Middle Georgia. Below are the names…

Washington Memorial Library extends hours

New hours of operation provide more access to books and materials

February 1, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Washington Memorial Library is extending its hours for your convenience. Effective Wednesday, February 1, residents will have earlier access to the library and its materials thanks to new hours of operation. Library officials announced the library will now open at 9 a.m., with hours running from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and…

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Deputies: Man connected to family shooting in Bibb arrested in Jones County for home invasion

Law enforcement officials say 40-year-old Terrell Mills was already wanted out of Bibb County for the shooting that left Pinalkumar Patel dead and his family injured on Thoroughbred Lane, and after being accused of committing several other crimes in Jones County, he was arrested.

February 1, 2023

Haley Janes,

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Law enforcement officials say 40-year-old Terrell Mills was already wanted out of Bibb County for the shooting that left Pinalkumar Patel dead and his family injured on Thoroughbred Lane, and after being accused of committing several other crimes in Jones County, he was arrested. According to the Jones County Sheriff’s Office, Terrell Mills and Shaun Mills,…

High school basketball highlights and scores for Jan. 31

January 31, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Middle Georgia high school basketball scores for Jan. 31 are below. Boys: Westside 54 Baldwin 49 West Laurens 50 Perry 61 Dublin 43 Bleckley County 54 Upson-Lee 48 Peach County 47 Stratford 63 Mount de Sales 48 Girls: Westside 31 Baldwin 76 West Laurens 47 Perry 46 Dublin 51 Bleckley County 64 Upson-Lee 46 Peach…

UPDATE: Man in custody in connection with shooting of family in south Bibb County

A man is in custody in connection with the fatal shooting of Pinal Kumar Patel earlier this month.

January 31, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (1/31/23): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in custody in connection with the fatal shooting of Pinalkumar Patel earlier this month. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says investigators identified 40-year-old Terrell Ugean Mills as one of the suspects. He’s currently being held at the Jones County Sheriff’s Office for charges there. “After identifying Mills as one…

Clouds and warm conditions hang around Wednesday

We will be staying mostly cloudy once again Wednesday, but heavy rain returns later the week. The weekend brings a big cool down

January 31, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

We saw a warm and muggy end to January today, as highs warmed into the low 70s across Middle Georgia. Overnight, clouds will be hanging around, keeping lows in the 50s once again. Expect clouds and fog to hang around again tomorrow, as a cold front approaches the area. This front will be stalling, so don’t expect much of a…

Bibb County School District begins new strategic plan design for education

The Bibb County School District is working on a new comprehensive five-year strategic plan to help shape the district's future.

January 31, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District is working on a new comprehensive five-year strategic plan to help shape the district’s future. “So we’re currently coming out of one strategic plan, which was called Victory in Progress, and we’re about to start a new one which will set the direction for the district for the next five years,”…

NewTown Macon offers volunteer opportunity with ‘Macon Hype Team’

Get involved with your community and support downtown Macon

January 31, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you’re looking for a way to get involved with your community and support the downtown events in Macon, NewTown Macon is now offering volunteer opportunities with the Macon Hype Team. Members will serve as social media ambassadors during events like First Friday, the Cherry Blossom Festival and Trick-or-Treat Downtown. According to NewTown Macon, being a…

UPDATE: GBI identifies man taken into custody after Warner Robins standoff

The suspect sustained injuries to his arm and was taken to the hospital.

January 31, 2023

41NBC Web Producer,

Photo: Georgia Bureau of InvestigationUPDATE: The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is now investigating Tuesday’s officer-involved shooting. A GBI news release identified the suspect as 32-year-old Renaldo Rashad Smith and said he’s currently in stable condition at Atrium Health Navicent with non-life threatening injuries. The GBI says this is the 12th officer-involved shooting it’s been requested to investigate in 2023. UPDATE:…

Mercer MBB player battled testicular cancer in 2019

The NABC initiated Coaches vs. Cancer in 1993.

January 30, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This past week, the National Association of Basketball Coaches took part in Suits & Sneakers week, a Coaches vs. Cancer initiative to raise awareness for cancer; and one of Mercer’s own has come out of his own tough battle victorious. “It’s definitely a harsh news for me and my family to hear that word cancer at…

Warming up Tuesday, clouds stick around

A few showers will be possible for much of the rest of the week, but temperatures will be warming into the 60s and 70s.

January 30, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

It has been a cloudy, rainy start to the week, but warmer weather is on the way. Overnight we will be seeing some dense fog across the area, as our lows fall to the low 50s. A Dense Fog Advisory has been issued until noon Tuesday. Even without the fog, clouds will be sticking around for much of the rest…

GBI: East Dublin officer responds to shots fired call, immediately shot by suspect

David Jermaine Fountain identified as shooter

January 30, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Georgia Bureau of InvestigationEAST DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is conducting an independent investigation into an officer-involved shooting that happened in East Dublin Monday. The East Dublin Police Department requested the GBI to look into the incident, which resulted in non-life-threatening injuries to both the suspect and an East Dublin police officer. According to…

Young boy’s love for military history leads to special visit to Museum of Aviation

10-year-old boy with rare cancer receives support from military community

January 30, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A young boy from southern California, Colton Williford, is capturing the hearts of many with his love for military history and aircraft. Colton, who is 10 years old and battling a rare form of sarcoma cancer, epithelioid hemangioendothelioma, took a special visit to the Museum of Aviation on Monday. Before a scheduled operation in Atlanta…

On The Table Events Return To Help Community Priorities

Join the conversation: ‘On the Table’ returns to Middle Georgia

21 Middle Georgia counties to participate in community-driven event

January 30, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Community Foundation of Central Georgia announced Monday the return of the community-driven On the Table. On the Table, set to start March 27, aims to bring residents together to discuss the needs and priorities of their community through conversation and discussion. Spanning 21 counties in Middle Georgia, the effort hopes to bring together 600 tables…

Local middle school students receive $10,000 toward college education

Six Hutchings College and Career Academy students are proud recipients of the REACH Georgia scholarship.

January 30, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Six Hutchings College and Career Academy students are proud recipients of the REACH Georgia scholarship. This scholarship will provide $10,000 toward each student’s college of choice in Georgia to help finance their education and mitigate financial burden. Parent Raquel Redding expressed her excitement about the scholarship and its potential impact on her child’s future. “As a…

Man wrecks stolen vehicle in Jones County after police chase

The Jones County Sheriff's Office says Monroe County deputies were chasing a stolen vehicle driven by Neremiah Terrell, when they were asked to assist.

January 27, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is behind bars after a multi-county police chase ended in a crash in Jones County on Thursday afternoon. The Jones County Sheriff’s Office says Monroe County deputies were chasing a stolen vehicle driven by Neremiah Terrell, when they were asked to assist. (Photo Courtesy of Jones County Sheriff’s Office) The Sheriff’s Office set…

The event featured games, craft tables and Chinese snacks, followed with a concert performed by the Wesleyan concert choir and guest musicians.

Bill Shanks looks at the Bulldogs picks for signing day and what we can expect from next year's team.

Police believe the suspects are from Albany, Georgia, and are suspects in similar crimes in three other Georgia counties.

Clouds will hang around Middle Georgia for most of the day Thursday, ahead of heavy rain that moves in for the afternoon/evening

Key to the city presented to Parks' niece, Susan McCauley

Macon-Bibb residents will now pay 50 cents more for their bus rides.

Golf carts offer convenient parking solution in the city

Only 1 in 13, approximately seven percent, of high school student-athletes, go on to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level.

New hours of operation provide more access to books and materials

Law enforcement officials say 40-year-old Terrell Mills was already wanted out of Bibb County for the shooting that left Pinalkumar Patel dead and his family injured on Thoroughbred Lane, and after being accused of committing several other crimes in Jones County, he was arrested.

A man is in custody in connection with the fatal shooting of Pinal Kumar Patel earlier this month.

We will be staying mostly cloudy once again Wednesday, but heavy rain returns later the week. The weekend brings a big cool down

The Bibb County School District is working on a new comprehensive five-year strategic plan to help shape the district's future.

Get involved with your community and support downtown Macon

The suspect sustained injuries to his arm and was taken to the hospital.

The NABC initiated Coaches vs. Cancer in 1993.

A few showers will be possible for much of the rest of the week, but temperatures will be warming into the 60s and 70s.

David Jermaine Fountain identified as shooter

10-year-old boy with rare cancer receives support from military community

21 Middle Georgia counties to participate in community-driven event

Six Hutchings College and Career Academy students are proud recipients of the REACH Georgia scholarship.

The Jones County Sheriff's Office says Monroe County deputies were chasing a stolen vehicle driven by Neremiah Terrell, when they were asked to assist.

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