City Of Perry Allows Golf Carts For Transportation Around Downtown
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Golf carts now allowed on certain city streets in Perry

Golf carts offer convenient parking solution in the city
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…
Across Georgia Sports, Featured, Local Sports, National Sports, Sports, WMGT

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.
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…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Washington Memorial Library extends hours

New hours of operation provide more access to books and materials
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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Bibb County, Featured, Jones County, Local News

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.
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,…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

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.
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…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

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
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
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

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.
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,”…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

NewTown Macon offers volunteer opportunity with ‘Macon Hype Team’

Get involved with your community and support downtown Macon
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…

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

The suspect sustained injuries to his arm and was taken to the hospital.
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
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Mercer MBB player battled testicular cancer in 2019

The NABC initiated Coaches vs. Cancer in 1993.
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…

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Local News, Weather

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.
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…

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Featured, Laurens County, Local News

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

David Jermaine Fountain identified as shooter
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…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

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
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
Baldwin County, Bibb County, Bleckley County, Crawford County, Dodge County, Featured, Houston County, Jones County, Laurens County, Local News, Monroe County, Peach County

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

21 Middle Georgia counties to participate in community-driven event
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…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

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.
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…

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Featured, Jones County, Local News, Monroe County

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.
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…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

This weekend brings warmer weather and Sunday showers

Enjoy the dry and warmer day on Saturday, because clouds and rain will be moving in for the second half of the weekend.
Cecilia Reeves,

High pressure over Middle Georgia kept us dry and cool today, but it will start to push east Saturday, setting up for some big forecast changes. Southeasterly winds tomorrow afternoon will help to bring in more moisture to the area, and warm us up to the 60s. Clouds will be on the increase through the day, but rain holds off…

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Veterans High School student Sam Neary wins Georgia music competitions with original composition

Veterans High School student composes award-winning piece, performed by college choirs
Drake Rozelle,

KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Veterans High School 11th grader Sam Neary has a passion for singing and playing piano, and it has led him to writing his own music at the young age of 16. “Something about the way music is written has just kind of always fascinated me,” he said. “It’s just something that at first I couldn’t necessarily…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Jones County, Local News

Jones County student named ‘Youth of the Year’

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Georgia names its 2023 Youth of the Year
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Georgia names its 2023 Youth of the Year. Jones County High school junior Erionna Finney received the honor during a gala at Middle Georgia State University, Thursday night. She also received a $1,000 scholarship. According to the Boys and Girls Club of Central Georgia, Finney ignites a spirit of…

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Monster Truck Wars returns to Middle Georgia for night of family fun, giant truck mayhem

Four top-rated trucks to go head-to-head in competition at Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry
Drake Rozelle,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Monster Truck Wars returns to Middle Georgia Saturday for a night of family fun and giant truck mayhem. Four top-rated trucks will go head to head in competition at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry. The event is split into three contests: racing, a wheelie/doughnut competition, and a freestyle event, which is driver Alex Bardin’s favorite…

Middle Georgia Residents Advised To Get Cervix Cancer Screenings
Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News

Eliminating cervical cancer: North Central Health District encourages women to get pelvic exams

CDC's Goal of 100 Years: HPV vaccination and regular screenings key to eliminating cervical cancer in the U.S.
Edward Smart,

  MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In 2020, the World Health Organization set a goal to completely eliminate cervical cancer in 100 years. As of now, cervical cancer is the fourth leading cancer in the US, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) hopes to remove this statistic. To reach this goal, medical officials say a large majority of…

Mercer Wbb Falls To Wofford 76 71
Across Georgia Sports, Local Sports, National Sports, Sports, WMGT

Mercer WBB falls to Wofford 76-71

Wofford closed the game on an 11-2 run, giving Mercer its third SoCon loss of the season.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Despite sophomore Erin Houpt’s 31-point performance, the Mercer women’s basketball team lost 76-71 to the Wofford Terriers. The Bears were without the SoCon’s Preseason Player of the Year, Amoria Neal-Tysor, for the second straight game. In her absence, freshman Enjulina Gonzalez held things down for Mercer in the first quarter, combined with Houpt’s sharp shooting in…
Bibb County, Elections, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller announces plans to run for second term

"Supporters raised more than $300,000 for Mayor Miller’s grassroots-powered reelection campaign," a campaign news release stated.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mayor Lester Miller announced Thursday he plans to seek a second term as the leader of Macon-Bibb County. “Supporters raised more than $300,000 for Mayor Miller’s grassroots-powered reelection campaign,” a campaign news release stated. “With more than 15,000 followers on social media and the majority of donors contributing less than $150, Miller’s campaign is built from…