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Piedmont Macon holds Suicide Symposium for Suicide Prevention month

Doctors with Piedmont say there has been a stigma surrounding suicide for several years.

September 29, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Piedmont Macon holds Suicide SymposiumSuicide SymposiumMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— September is National Suicide Prevention Month. That’s why Piedmont Macon took time to shine light on the signs of suicide in a symposium on Thursday. They brought together Doctors and local organizations who deal with people thinking about suicide. Several others shared their stories. Doctors with Piedmont say there has been a stigma…

Jones County College and Career Academy encouraging trade jobs

The Jones County College and Career Academy is working with local industry partners to offer new opportunities to students.

September 29, 2022

Brick Nelson,

GRAY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– The Jones County College and Career Academy is working with local industry partners to offer new opportunities to students. Several industry leaders, colleges, and career academies in Middle Georgia, visited the Jones County College and Career Academy for the 15th annual Education and Business Summit hosted by the office of Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan. They spoke about the…

Two teens arrested during Burglary in Progress

September 29, 2022

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested 2 male juveniles connected to a burglary in progress Wednesday afternoon. The BCSO says the incident happened at Autumn Trace Apartments off Rocky Creek Road around 4:16 p.m., when it was reported to Deputies patrolling the area that a Burglary had been taking place. Deputies responded to the call, and…

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Cherry Blossom Festival announces 38 Special as headliner of Veterans Day Celebration

September 29, 2022

Haley Janes,

Photo Credit to Cherry Blossom FestivalMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Cherry Blossom Festival has announced the headliner of the Veterans Day Celebration concert to take place on November 6th. Nationally known rock group 38 Special has been selected to headline the concert at Historic Luther Williams Park in early November that’s being held to salute veterans. The free event begins…

Morning Business Report: Orange juice likely to be more expensive due to Hurricane Ian

September 29, 2022

Edward Smart,

Orange juice is likely to be more expensive due to Hurricane Ian. The storm has flooded orange groves and ripped fruit off trees across Florida. Several states have passed laws that require jobs post salaries or at least salary ranges. A new study finds many Americans feel anxious about investing their money. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: finance, Florida,…

Strong winds to take over Middle Georgia Thursday afternoon

September 29, 2022

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Winds will be at the strongest today in Middle Georgia as Tropical Storm Ian moves into the Atlantic. Today It is a split forecast for Middle Georgia this afternoon as a result of Tropical Storm Ian. The eastern half of the region will see clouds, while the western half sees sunny skies. This will result in…

The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Perry vs. Westside, Pt. 2

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Thursday, September 29, at 7 p.m. at Herb St. John Stadium.

September 28, 2022

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Week seven of high school football is unique this year as all the games have moved up to Thursday due to the potential Hurricane Ian, including our Game of the Week between the Perry Panthers and the Westside Seminoles. The Seminoles are coming off their first losing season in program history but have already bounced back,…

Winds increase in Middle Georgia Thursday, ahead of Ian

It's going to be getting windy Thursday as Ian makes a more northward trek. Although the path for Ian pushes east we could still see some impacts.

September 28, 2022

Cecilia Reeves,

All eyes have been on Ian today as it battered much of the Florida peninsula. Ian is quickly weakening this evening over land, but is still forecast to be a tropical storm as it pushes into the Atlantic tomorrow. Above is the latest track (as of 8pm) from the National Hurricane Center. This forecast track continues the small push east…

Visit Macon offers resources for evacuees seeking shelter from Hurricane Ian

As Hurricane Ian makes landfall, storm evacuees are coming to Middle Georgia for safety and shelter.

September 28, 2022

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As Hurricane Ian makes landfall, storm evacuees are coming to Middle Georgia for safety and shelter. Visit Macon is one of many organizations offering resources for evacuees including finding lodging and things to do. Aaron Buzza, the CEO of Visit Macon, wants to make sure evacuees have the shelter they need while they’re here. “We’re trying…

Herschel Walker stops in Forsyth on campaign trail

Senate candidate Herschel Walker made a stop in Forsyth Wednesday.

September 28, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Senate candidate Herschel Walker made a stop in Forsyth Wednesday. As part of his “Unite Georgia Bus Tour,” Walker gave a speech at Meadows Clay Sports, discussing several topics including inflation, identity politics and the treatment of the military and police. Walker was adamant about making sure both the military and police are respected and promised…

High Falls State Park opens reservations for Hurricane Ian evacuees

Reservations to the campgrounds at High Falls are filling up quickly.

September 28, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

JACKSON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High Falls State Park has opened reservations to people evacuating. Reservations to the campgrounds at High Falls are filling up quickly. Park manager Terry Miller spoke about how hectic the process has been. “Yesterday was pretty hectic with Florida people trying to grab any spot they could, and we have a few sites left today,” he…

Laurens County welcoming Hurricane Ian evacuees

As Hurricane Ian continues to move north, Florida residents and those who live on the Georgia coast are continuing to evacuate.

September 28, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Laurens County seeing influx of people trying to get away from Hurricane IanHurricane IanDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As Hurricane Ian continues to move north, Florida residents and those who live on the Georgia coast are continuing to evacuate. One of those travelers is Julie Guerry. “I got up this morning, packed my dogs up, left Sea Island, Georgia, and I’m…

BS Report: September 28th – The Braves and the Division

The Braves are heating up ahead of what looks to be a very exciting battle for the NL East Championship.

September 28, 2022

David Tufts,

The Braves are heating up ahead of what looks to be a very exciting battle for the NL East Championship. Bill Shanks discusses how the team looks a bit different than it did this time last year, but all the right pieces are in place. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, Bill Shanks, New York Mets, nl east

Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office investigating ‘possible drive-by shooting’

A man is in stable condition at the hospital after a "possible drive-by shooting" Tuesday night.

September 28, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in stable condition at the hospital after a “possible drive-by shooting” Tuesday night. It happened just before midnight in the area of Central Avenue and Second Street, according to a Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office news release. Deputies found a 40-year-old male with multiple gunshot wounds at a home on Central Avenue. He was…

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Atlanta Motor Speedway offering campgrounds to those seeking shelter from Hurricane Ian

September 28, 2022

Haley Janes,

Photo Credit to Atlanta Motor SpeedwayATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Atlanta Motor Speedway is opening it’s campgrounds to those seeking refuge from Hurricane Ian. The campgrounds will provide camping spaces free of charge for dry RV and tent campers in its First Turn Campground. It will also have a limited number of camping spaces with water, power, and sewer available to…

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Georgia Department of Transportation prepares for impact from Hurricane Ian

September 28, 2022

Haley Janes,

Photo Credit to GDOTGeorgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has taken some actions to help prepare for the impact of hurricane Ian. According to a release from GDOT, impacts are expected to begin as early as Thursday and last through Saturday with wind gusts expected to be 34 mph or more, as well as rain, downed trees…

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UPDATE: Escaped inmate in custody

September 28, 2022

Haley Janes,

UPDATE: MCSO says that the escaped inmate Robert Jenkins is in custody per the U.S. Marshalls, and that the vehicle was located in Muscogee County, Georgia. FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is warning people to be on the lookout for an escapee from the Department of Corrections. According to a Sheriff’s office Facebook post, Robert Jenkins…

Morning Business Report: Companies nationwide enact temporary closure due to Hurricane Ian

September 28, 2022

Edward Smart,

Some of the nationwide homeowner insurance giants in the U.S. have some of the highest level of catastrophe exposure to Hurricane Ian. Best Buy and Home Depot are locking up goods to fight theft. This is in part due to the rush to buy more online for stolen goods. For nearly four out of five Americans, seeing their pet when…

Mostly cloudy and breezy day ahead for Middle Georgia

September 28, 2022

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cloud cover and wind will increase today as Hurricane Ian makes landfall in Florida. Today Cloud cover made its way into Middle Georgia overnight. Luckily for Middle Georgians, however, these clouds are thin and will let some sun through. Highs will reach into the mid to upper 70s around the region this afternoon, however strong breezes…

The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Perry vs. Westside

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Thursday, September 29, at 7 p.m. at Herb St. John Stadium.

September 27, 2022

Shaaz Peerani,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Week seven is upon us, and most teams are heading into region play, and this week, the End Zone Game of the Week features a region battle between the Perry Panthers and the Westside Seminoles. The Panthers are coming off a 49-0 victory in a region battle against Howard, who was undefeated. This week, the Panthers…

Ian brings increasing clouds, breezy weather Wednesday

It's time to bring in some of the Halloween decorations and lawn furniture because winds will become gusty Wednesday afternoon and get worse through the week.

September 27, 2022

Cecilia Reeves,

It has been a beautiful fall day in Middle Georgia with mostly sunny skies and cool temps, but we will soon be seeing the influence of Hurricane Ian on our forecast. This afternoon we started to see an influx of clouds associated with Ian, but tomorrow brings even more cloud cover. As of the 8pm update, Ian is still a…

6-year-old girl hospitalized after being shot in Macon

A 6-year-old girl is in stable condition at the hospital after being shot on Wren Avenue Tuesday night.

September 27, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 6-year-old girl is in stable condition at the hospital after being shot on Wren Avenue Tuesday night. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says the incident was called in to the Macon-Bibb 911 Center just before 5:30. The caller stated the child was possibly grazed by a bullet. The shooting is under investigation, and…

Milledgeville man found dead with multiple gunshot wounds

27-year-old Chavonta Braddy was found dead at his home Tuesday afternoon.

September 27, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide after a man was found dead at his home Tuesday. A Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office news release says Baldwin 911 received a call just after 12:30 p.m. in reference to a family member discovering 27-year-old Chavonta Braddy dead in his home, located at 129-A Edwards Street. Deputies…

Macon-Bibb shelters preparing to house Hurricane Ian evacuees

Residents in Florida are evacuating their homes ahead of Hurricane Ian's arrival, and several humanitarian groups in middle Georgia are preparing to house those impacted by the storm.

September 27, 2022

Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Residents in Florida are evacuating their homes ahead of Hurricane Ian’s arrival, and several humanitarian groups in middle Georgia are preparing to house those impacted by the storm. The American Red Cross is one of those groups. It’s set up headquarters in Macon to provide evacuees shelter and comfort. Holly Winner, the executive director of the…

Doctors with Piedmont say there has been a stigma surrounding suicide for several years.

The Jones County College and Career Academy is working with local industry partners to offer new opportunities to students.

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Thursday, September 29, at 7 p.m. at Herb St. John Stadium.

It's going to be getting windy Thursday as Ian makes a more northward trek. Although the path for Ian pushes east we could still see some impacts.

As Hurricane Ian makes landfall, storm evacuees are coming to Middle Georgia for safety and shelter.

Senate candidate Herschel Walker made a stop in Forsyth Wednesday.

Reservations to the campgrounds at High Falls are filling up quickly.

As Hurricane Ian continues to move north, Florida residents and those who live on the Georgia coast are continuing to evacuate.

The Braves are heating up ahead of what looks to be a very exciting battle for the NL East Championship.

A man is in stable condition at the hospital after a "possible drive-by shooting" Tuesday night.

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Thursday, September 29, at 7 p.m. at Herb St. John Stadium.

It's time to bring in some of the Halloween decorations and lawn furniture because winds will become gusty Wednesday afternoon and get worse through the week.

A 6-year-old girl is in stable condition at the hospital after being shot on Wren Avenue Tuesday night.

27-year-old Chavonta Braddy was found dead at his home Tuesday afternoon.

Residents in Florida are evacuating their homes ahead of Hurricane Ian's arrival, and several humanitarian groups in middle Georgia are preparing to house those impacted by the storm.

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