Houston County Schools feeding students over the summer

The Houston County School District is providing meals to kids 18 and under this summer.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County School District is providing meals to kids 18 and under this summer. The school district is providing breakfast and lunch for students, combining a mixture of popular foods, like burgers and barbecue sandwiches, with healthy fruits and vegetables. The director of school nutrition says the school district will serve around 300,000 breakfasts and…

First potential case of Monkeypox in Georgia discovered

(41NBC/WMGT) — The first potential case of Monkeypox in Georgia has been reported, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Georgia Department of Public Health announced a possible case Wednesday, saying that the case involves a male resident of metro Atlanta who had recently traveled to Canada. The CDC is performing tests to confirm the case, and…

Tractor trailers hauling car parts, chemicals, crash and catch fire on I-16

Photo Credit to GDOT(41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia State Patrol is investigating a crash involving 2 tractor trailers that resulted in one driver being brought to the hospital, and another refusing treatment on scene. According to the GSP, Patrol Post 20 Dublin was requested to investigate a 2 vehicle crash on I-16 near marker 51. The incident around 3:44 a.m. Wednesday,…

TECH BYTE: Cellphones and Mental Health

(41NBC/WMGT) —  Does your screen time impact your mental health? Is digital technology good or bad for your wellbeing? Google is working with the University of Oregon to find out. They’re teaming up on a four-week-long study. It’s being led by psychology professor Dr. Nicholas Allen, who is the school’s director of the Center for Digital Mental Health. Dr. Allen…

Woman killed, man injured in crash

The truck went off of the road, rolled over, and went down a steep embankment.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly crash that happened Monday afternoon on Thomaston Road. Deputies say a truck blew a tire and the driver, 46-year-old DeWayne Gibson, lost control. The truck went off of the road, rolled over, and went down a steep embankment. Gibson was taken to the Atrium Health Navicent, and…

Senator Warnock, other state leaders meet with farmers to discuss mental health

"The price of a cotton picker is over $1 million now, but cotton is relatively the same price as it's been for the last 40 or 50 years," President of the Georgia Agribusiness Council Will Bentley said. "When you do that math, there's no way for a small producer to really survive."

MUSELLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Farming isn’t as simple as it used to be. Will Bentley, President of the Georgia Agribusiness Council, says there’s lots of stress involved in the occupation these days. One example he gave was the price of cotton versus how much it costs to harvest it. “The price of a cotton picker is over $1 million now,…

Milledgeville woman dies after being struck by vehicle in Putnam County, man arrested

It happened around 7:15 Tuesday night, according to Putnam County Sheriff Howard Sills.

EATONTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Milledgeville woman is dead after the bicycle she was riding Tuesday night was struck by a vehicle. That’s according to Putnam County Sheriff Howard Sills, who says the incident happened around 7:15. 56-year-old Teresa Rose was riding a bicycle south on Godfrey Road when she was struck by a 2006 Chevrolet van driven by 32-year-old…

MTA offers ‘Teen Summer Bus Pass’ starting June 1

All you need to sign up your child for the bus pass is their proof of age and school enrollment. You can complete the application on the second floor of the Terminal Station in Suite 200.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb Transit Authority’s ‘Teen Summer Bus Pass’ is back again this year! Starting Wednesday, June 1, Macon-Bibb County teens ages 13 to 18 will be able to buy a $25 bus pass that will get them unlimited rides all over the county for the next two months. It includes the newly extended route that goes to…

Residents upset after Centerville announces splash pad hour changes

Centerville is making changes to its splash pad operating hours, and that's left some residents upset.

City of Centerville Splash Pad changesSplash Pad changesCENTERVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Centerville is making changes to its splash pad operating hours, and that’s left some residents upset. The city posted on Facebook this week that it would cut back the splash pad’s hours of operation, pushing the opening time from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day. The splash pad will…

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center rolling out new check-in app

The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center is making check-in for appointments faster.

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center rolls out new app to help with the check-in processCarl Vinson VA Medical CenterDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center is making check-in for appointments faster. A new app allows veterans to check-in the day of an appointment and even do a pre-check-in process up to seven days in advance. The process…

Traditional Vietnamese restaurant in Macon offers futuristic twist

A local Vietnamese restaurant is wowing customers with a robot waiter.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A local Vietnamese restaurant is wowing customers with a robot waiter. Dua Fish Tank, which started in Atlanta, recently expanded to Macon. Owned by Vietnamese immigrants, the restaurant features traditional Vietnamese cuisine. “We want people to come in here and know they’re eating real Vietnamese food,” General Manager Ethan Harpe said. “People from Vietnamese culture, they’re…

Cox Communications, Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful partner for cleanup in south Macon

Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful partnered with Cox Communications to spearhead a cleanup from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday.

District 2 Commissioner Paul Bronson helping cleanMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cox Communications and Macon-Bibb officials are helping clean up south Macon. Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful partnered with Cox Communications to spearhead a cleanup from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday. Volunteers from all levels of Cox Communications came out to help clean up the Lynmore Estates community and the area near…

Beekeepers and You

(41NBC/WMGT) — It’s the middle of spring time and insects are out in full force, one such creepy crawly are those fuzzy little black and yellow friends we know as bees. Where there are flowers, these buzzy bumbles are hurrying from one flower to the next in their never ending quest to make honey. Though it might sound odd to…

Hooked on Science: Walking Water

(41NBC/WMGT) — You’ve heard about walking on water but have you ever heard of walking water? Science Guy Jason Lindsey shows us this week how to see “walking” water. You’ll need three clear cups, two paper towels and food coloring. In one cup on either the left or right side add yellow food coloring and in the opposite cup add…

Telfair County deputy arrested after GBI investigation

A Telfair County deputy has been arrested after being accused of several crimes, including tampering with evidence.

MCRAE-HELENA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Telfair County deputy has been arrested after being accused of several crimes, including tampering with evidence. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, on May 20, the Telfair County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI investigate potential misconduct of 35-year-old deputy John Degolyer. The investigation revealed Degolyer had tampered with evidence during his duties and also…

Fort Valley murder suspect arrested

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man wanted in Fort Valley for a fatal shooting on Edward Street is now in custody. 26 year old Tyler Keondre Jones was arrested today by members of the United State Marshal Office and the Fort Valley Police Department for Muder, Aggravated Assault and Possession of Firearm during the commission of a crime. Jones…

Morning Business Report: Nearly 7,000 flights canceled due to weather and staffing issues

Memorial Day holiday travel season brought a lot of frustration for travelers at the airport as many airlines delayed or canceled flight. Nearly 7,000 flights were canceled due to weather, staffing issues, or air traffic actions. National average for regular gasoline rose to a fresh record of $4.62 a gallon on Monday. That’s up by a penny from Sunday and…

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores May 23-27

Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 23 and Friday, May 27, 2022.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia’s food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 23 and Friday, May 27, 2022. All scores of 69 and below are shown in red. All scores between 70 and 99 are shown in black. All scores of 100 are shown in green. Click here to…

16-year-old shot while attempting to rob restaurant

American Faves and Mo employee also shot

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an attempted commercial armed robbery that took place at around 10:15 p.m., Monday night, at the American Faves and Mo, located at 2420 PioNono Avenue. It was reported that a masked male wearing dark clothing, entered the store with a gun. He jumped over the counter and demanded money…

UPDATE: Monday night hit-and-run leaves pedestrian dead

A pedestrian is dead after being struck by a vehicle Monday night.

UPDATE (5/31):  Macon-Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones tells 41NBC the pedestrian struck by a vehicle Monday has died. According to Jones, Audrey Mack was the victim, and she was pronounced dead at 9:57 p.m. from multiple blunt force trauma at Atrium Health Navicent. The BCSO says Mack was 52 years old. ORIGINAL STORY: MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  A pedestrian is…

Rutland grad takes first steps since 8th grade to receive diploma

"I just got so happy, because I'm just happy to be standing on my feet again," Donnie Person said.

Rutland High School Grad walks across stage for the first time since 8th grade to receive diplomaRutland High SchoolMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Graduating from high school is a milestone, but for one graduate, walking the stage was a milestone on its own. Walking the stage marks the end of four years filled with laughter, joy and homework, but for Donnie…

Doctors offer tips for protecting yourself from the sun

According to Dr. Paul Dale, getting just three sunburns in your lifetime significantly raises your risk of getting skin cancer.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Summer might not start for a few more weeks, but it already feels like summer here in Middle Georgia. As the Beatles song says, “Here Comes the Sun!” Dr. Paul Dale, the Medical Director for the Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, says you need to think of protecting yourself from the sun before you walk out the…

41NBC hosting 10th annual Memorial Day Blood Drive on May 31

41NBC is hosting the 10th Annual Memorial Day Blood Drive with the Red Cross on Tuesday, May 31.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — 41NBC is hosting the 10th Annual Memorial Day Blood Drive with the Red Cross on Tuesday, May 31. The summer months usually see a drop in donations, and donations are especially critical since the blood supply has not fully recovered from the pandemic. Hospitals also tend to see an increase in trauma cases in the summer…