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MGA Dublin campus renovations expand healthcare degree program

The campus celebrated the completion of a nearly $6.8 million project, Friday.

January 6, 2023

Shelby Coates,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An expansion project at Middle Georgia State University’s Dublin campus is helping to meet the need for more nurses. The campus celebrated the completion of a nearly $6.8 million renovation and expansion project, Friday. In 2020, MGA received $4.8 million in state bond funding to expand Dublin Campus into a healthcare degree program hub. The project includes…

Macon Water Authority Swears In Two Returning Board Members

Mercer women’s basketball team falls in the conference opener to UNCG

Mercer finished its non-conference schedule 4-9, worst start since 2019.

January 5, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mercer women’s basketball team hosted UNCG in the SoCon opener, looking to bounce back from a 4-9 start to the season. The Bears held the lead for most of the game, but the teams went into the fourth quarter tied at 51. UNCG quickly took a five-point lead to start the fourth, and the Bears…

Atlanta man escapes traffic stop in Monroe County, quickly apprehended

When the deputy attempted to arrest Williams, he ran off through the woods towards English Road, but was quickly located.

January 5, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –A man from Atlanta is in the Monroe County Jail after trying to escape during a traffic stop on Thursday. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy stopped 23-year-old Quentin Williams at the I-75 north weigh station for several traffic violations. During the stop, the deputy learned Williams had an active warrant out of the Baldwin…

Cooler weather moves in Friday

Break out the sunglasses for the first Friday of the new year! Highs will only be warming to the low 60s with a light breeze

January 5, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

It was another beautiful (and warm) day in Middle Georgia with plentiful sunshine and highs in the upper 60s. We are cooling off quickly this evening with low temps eventually falling to the upper 30s Friday morning. Although we will see another sunny day Friday, winds will be shifting to be from the northwest. This will keep our highs a…

Macon Water Authority swears in two returning board members

The Macon Water Authority is starting the new year with new board members.

January 5, 2023

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Water Authority is starting the new year with new board members. The MWA officially swore in two returning members at Thursday’s board meeting. Former Macon-Bibb County Commissioner Gary Bechtel was sworn is as chairman after his win in the June runoff election against former district board member Desmond Brown. The two ran against each other…

National Weather Service confirms EF1 tornado after surveying storm damage in Washington County

The National Weather Service spent Thursday surveying storm damage in Washington County and confirmed an EF1 tornado struck the area Wednesday.

January 5, 2023

Brick Nelson,

SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The National Weather Service spent Thursday surveying storm damage in Washington County and confirmed an EF1 tornado struck the area Wednesday. Bill Black is one of many Washington County residents who’s feeling the impact. “We got probably four trees, big pines tree, that have blown down on the house.” he said. “It crushed the chimney, one…

Organizations lay wreath at Rosa Parks Square in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Gwenette Westbrooks, the president of the Macon-Bibb NAACP, says it's important to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and to keep his dream of a better future alive.

January 5, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb NAACP chapter and Evangelical Ministers Alliance held a wreath laying ceremony at Rosa Parks Square Thursday. This officially begins a year long calendar of events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Gwenette Westbrooks, the president of the Macon-Bibb NAACP, says it’s important to remember Dr. King and to keep his dream of a…

Downtown Macon To Get Building Renovations

Downtown Macon to get nearly 100 new lofts

“It's a really big deal for downtown," Newtown Macon President Josh Rogers said. "It’s a massive investment first of all, which is really helpful. It will get two buildings that are now vacant occupied. It will give us a higher storefront occupancy and everything downtown is fueled by the people who live here."

January 5, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Nearly 100 new lofts are coming to downtown Macon. The lofts will be part of a project expected to be built in place of the old Blaire and Neel buildings along Third and Cherry, which will be torn down. This will allow for 95 new lofts that will help the local businesses in the area. President of…

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Areas of Amerson River Park closed off due to flooding

January 5, 2023

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Recent severe weather has led to rising levels of the Ocmulgee River, so the Parks & Beautification Department has closed several areas in Amerson River Park. Here are the areas currently listed as closed: Boat ramps on the north and south end of Amerson River Park. Dirt trails around the pond in Amerson River Park. Paved…

BS Report: January 4th – Georgia Vs TCU: The Championship

Georgia's stellar season has led them to the big stage once again. Is TCU a worthy opponent to challenge the Dawgs?

January 4, 2023

David Tufts,

Georgia’s stellar season has led them to the big stage once again. Is TCU a worthy opponent to challenge the Dawgs? Bill Shanks says you shouldn’t expect a walk in the park against the Horned Frogs. He’s got a head-to-head breakdown. Categories: Sports Tags: college football national championship, TCU, UGA

Wofford nails last-second shot to down Mercer 53-52

The Mercer men's basketball team is 0-3 in SoCon play.

January 4, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mercer men’s basketball team hosted the Wofford Terriers in hopes of winning their first Southern Conference game of the season. The teams went back and forth until the end when Mercer led 52-51, and Jackson Paveletzke for Wofford nailed the game-winning shot with seven-tenths of a second left in regulation to give the Terriers the…

Cpr Lessons For People In Middle Georgia

Medical professionals explain importance of knowing CPR after NFL star suffers cardiac arrest

“It's important for everyone to learn CPR that’s what we believe in our organization that you learn from third grade and above."

January 4, 2023

Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– According to the Georgia Arrhythmia Foundation, sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in the United States. The organization says administering CPR is one of the most important ways to help someone during an attack. Cardiac Electrophysiologist Felix Sogade is part of the Georgia Arrhythmia Foundation, an organization dedicated to sudden cardiac arrest research and…

Cochran-Bleckley Industrial Authority receives $500K

"The purpose is to try and develop employers prospects to consider Bleckley to relocate the operation here in our community."

January 4, 2023

Brick Nelson,

COCHRAN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–Grant funding will allow infrastructure enhancements to Bleckley County’s Industrial Park, after the Georgia Department of Community Affairs awarded the Industrial Development Authority $500,000 worth of grants. “The purpose is to try and develop employers prospects to consider Bleckley to relocate the operation here in our community,” said Andy Lucas, member of the Cochran-Bleckley County Industrial Development Authority. The…

Sunshine returns Thursday

High pressure makes a return to Middle Georgia on Thursday, bringing sunshine and cooler temperatures through the end of the week.

January 4, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

After a stormy start to the day in Middle Georgia, conditions are calming and skies are clearing overnight. A few areas could see some dense fog into early Thursday. Through the day Thursday, sunshine will be plentiful as high temperatures warm into the mid and upper 60s. We will see a bit of a breeze, with winds gusting up to…

UPDATE: Man found dead on Meriwood Drive Tuesday night

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says the death was a suicide

January 4, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (7:00 a.m. ) – Deputies were able to confirm the identity of the male. This incident has been determined a suicide. UPDATE (10:20 p.m. ) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the death happened in the 2000 block of Meriwood Drive just after 8:30. A sheriff’s office news release says deputies responded to a call of a person…

High school basketball highlights and scores for Jan. 3

January 3, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

Boys scores: Veterans 59 Warner Robins 58 Westside 71 Howard 51 East Laurens 63 West Laurens 59 FPD 32 CFCA 73 Stratford 69 Westfield 30 Bleckley County 35 Dodge County 46 Girls scores: Veterans 64 Warner Robins 66 Westside 33 Howard 43 East Laurens 52 West Laurens 56 FPD 48 CFCA 38 Stratford 50 Westfield 51 Bleckley County 36 Dodge…

Severe storms possible (again) Wednesday

Another round of strong storms will be pushing through Wednesday morning, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds and a chance for tornadoes.

January 3, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

It has been a stormy evening in Middle Georgia with rain and storms continuing overnight. Although we saw a few severe storms earlier, storms overnight will be moving into less instability, and will likely be held below severe criteria. By tomorrow, however, another round of strong storms will be moving in, associated with a cold front. Once again there will…

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Forsyth Police Department begins new year with new chief

41NBC's Brick Nelson sat down with police chief Woodrow Blue to talk about his plans for the community this year.

January 3, 2023

Brick Nelson,

Woodrow Blue Jr. — Photo Credit to City of DonalsonvilleFORSYTH, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Forsyth begins 2023 with a new Chief of Police. Chief Woodrow Blue has been in law enforcement for 43 years and has served as a police chief for 38. He began his career in Hahira and has served as police chief in Milledgeville and Donalsonville….

Milledgeville water problems close to being resolved

Milledgeville has been experiencing water line breaks due to the frigid temperatures that moved through during Christmas weekend, but after more than a week, city manager Hank Griffeth says the majority of the problems have been resolved.

January 3, 2023

Edward Smart,

Photo: MGNMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Milledgeville has been experiencing water line breaks due to the frigid temperatures that moved through during Christmas weekend, but after more than a week, city manager Hank Griffeth says the majority of the problems have been resolved. “I do know that between three of our staff people, prior to us having the low water issue…

Man shot during fight in Warner Robins

A man is hospitalized after being shot during a fight Tuesday night.

January 3, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (9:30 a.m.) – Police identified the man shot as 31-year-old Benjamin Williams of Warner Robins. He’s in stable condition. WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is hospitalized after being shot during a fight Tuesday night. That’s according to a Warner Robins Police news release, which said WRPD responded to a fight call at 206 Northlake Drive Building…

Strong storms possible Tuesday and Wednesday

Severe storms will be possible in Middle Georgia starting Tuesday evening. Gusty winds, heavy rain and an isolated tornado are possible

January 2, 2023

Cecilia Reeves,

After a nice Monday, Middle Georgia is poised to once again see rain and storms this week. A strong system will be moving from west to east and our impacts begin tomorrow. Several rounds of storms will be moving through the area, with the first round moving in during the late afternoon/early evening Tuesday. In the graphic above you can…

Juliette man killed in Monroe County crash

The crash happened Friday at Taylor and Morgan roads

January 2, 2023

Shelby Coates,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A weekend crash leaves a 66-year-old man dead in Monroe County. The crash happened Friday at Taylor and Morgan Roads. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and found a Chevrolet Avalanche overturned on the east shoulder. An investigation shows, the driver, Jerry Stinson, of Juliette, ran off the road and hit several trees….

Middle Georgia hospitals welcome New Year babies

The new year started with new babies at Macon hospitals

January 2, 2023

Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia hospitals are celebrating new babies in the new year. At the Atrium Health Navicent Family Birth Center little Amalia Margaret was born at 2:12am on January 1, 2023. Congrats to her parents Julie and Andrew Gordon of Macon. At Piedmont Macon, Journi was the first baby born on New Year’s Day at at 4:06…

City of Warner Robins helps local church open warming shelter

January 2, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins wants to help its homeless population prepare for any cold weather, coming within the next two months. The Table at First Christian Church in Warner Robins is now open as a warming center. From now until the end of February it’s open to anyone needing to get off of the…

The campus celebrated the completion of a nearly $6.8 million project, Friday.

Mercer finished its non-conference schedule 4-9, worst start since 2019.

When the deputy attempted to arrest Williams, he ran off through the woods towards English Road, but was quickly located.

Break out the sunglasses for the first Friday of the new year! Highs will only be warming to the low 60s with a light breeze

The Macon Water Authority is starting the new year with new board members.

The National Weather Service spent Thursday surveying storm damage in Washington County and confirmed an EF1 tornado struck the area Wednesday.

Gwenette Westbrooks, the president of the Macon-Bibb NAACP, says it's important to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and to keep his dream of a better future alive.

Georgia's stellar season has led them to the big stage once again. Is TCU a worthy opponent to challenge the Dawgs?

The Mercer men's basketball team is 0-3 in SoCon play.

“It's important for everyone to learn CPR that’s what we believe in our organization that you learn from third grade and above."

"The purpose is to try and develop employers prospects to consider Bleckley to relocate the operation here in our community."

High pressure makes a return to Middle Georgia on Thursday, bringing sunshine and cooler temperatures through the end of the week.

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says the death was a suicide

Another round of strong storms will be pushing through Wednesday morning, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds and a chance for tornadoes.

41NBC's Brick Nelson sat down with police chief Woodrow Blue to talk about his plans for the community this year.

Milledgeville has been experiencing water line breaks due to the frigid temperatures that moved through during Christmas weekend, but after more than a week, city manager Hank Griffeth says the majority of the problems have been resolved.

A man is hospitalized after being shot during a fight Tuesday night.

Severe storms will be possible in Middle Georgia starting Tuesday evening. Gusty winds, heavy rain and an isolated tornado are possible

The crash happened Friday at Taylor and Morgan roads

The new year started with new babies at Macon hospitals

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