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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Historic Macon’s Flea Market happening this weekend

You can find beautiful antique furniture, artwork, garden accessories, lamps, linens and even holiday décor.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you’re looking for some antiques or even just a second-hand item for your home, you’re in luck! Historic Macon is hosting its semi-annual flea market sale this weekend. You can find beautiful antique furniture, artwork, garden accessories, lamps, linens and even holiday décor. We spoke with Pat Donnelly, who has volunteered for the sale for…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Temple Beth Israel dedicates historical marker

German immigrants established Temple Beth Israel in 1859. The building it's in now was built in 1902.
Ariel Schiller,

Temple Beth Israel’s historical marker sits outside its building on Cherry street.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —  German immigrants established Temple Beth Israel in 1859. The building it’s in now was built in 1902. According to Lawrence Mink, Immediate Past President for the temple, they decided to put up a historical marker two years ago. “A lot of people walk by the…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Milledgeville missing man found stabbed to death

Haley Janes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man has been arrested in connection to the stabbing death of a missing person in Milledgeville. According to Brad King with the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, the Milledgeville Police Department was investigating a missing person case, looking for 24 year-old Brandon Harris of Milledgeville. During the investigation, officers found that 21 year-old James Bonner was…
Featured, Local News, Peach County, WMGT

‘Trains Blocking Roadway’ message boards to be installed in Fort Valley

The message signs will be placed at locations near the railroad crossings on Georgia 7/US 341, Georgia 96, Church Street, and Railroad Street.
Clayton Poulnott,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Transportation has a contract with Lumin8 Transportation Technologies of Newnan, Georgia, to to install dynamic message signs to alert drivers of trains blocking roads in Fort Valley. The message signs will be placed at locations near the railroad crossings on Georgia 7/US 341, Georgia 96, Church Street, and Railroad Street. If…

Ask Angi
Ask Angi, Featured

Ask Angi: How Gas Prices Can Affect Your Home Projects

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — With gas prices at an all-time high, home projects are getting more and more expensive. In today’s Ask Angi segment, Mallory Micetich shares her tips on navigating home projects with rising gas prices. “The high gas prices are already starting to affect both pros and homeowners,” said Micetich “Pros use gas to travel to different job locations and…

Twins From Southwest High School Are Headed To Columbus State
Local Sports, Sports

Twins from Southwest High School are headed to Columbus State

Shamar and Jamar Clayton will continue their academic and athletic careers at Columbus State University.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Clayton twins, Shamar and Jamar, from Southwest High School, signed their National Letter of Intent to continue their academic and athletic careers at Columbus State University. “This moment is a blessing for me and my twin,” said Shamar. “It’s a meal ticket,” said Jamar. “I’m scared. Like I’m scared and happy at the same time…

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Local News, Weather

Cooler conditions move in for the weekend

Cecilia Reeves,

Severe storms moved out of the area earlier today, leaving us with dry air and breezy conditions. A secondary front is moving through the area this evening which will help reinforce the cooler, drier air. High temperatures for the rest of the week will be cooler than normal, in the 60s with lows in the 30s. Dry weather will continue…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Historic Vineville home could be torn down

A meeting was supposed to take place Wednesday about the home's future, but it was moved to next week due to the threat of severe weather.
Cameron Branscomb,

The Catherine Brewer Benson House on Vineville.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Catherine Brewer Benson House may soon be torn down. Catherine Brewer Benson was the first woman in the world to receive a bachelor’s degree.  She received the degree in 1840 after graduating from Wesleyan College. Now there are talks for her home on Vineville Avenue to be torn down…

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Bleckley County, Featured, Georgia News, Local News, WMGT

Bleckley County crews cleaning up after tornado causes destruction

Crews spent Thursday working diligently to clean up the mess caused by Wednesday's storms.
Ariel Schiller,

Crews were working to clean up Wednesday’s storm damage on Frank Wood Drive.COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —  Crews spent Thursday working diligently to clean up the mess caused by Wednesday’s storms. According to Matthew Kelley, the Emergency Management Director for Bleckley County, crews have made a lot of progress so far. He says a tornado hit Cochran and other parts of…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, Weather, WMGT

Warner Robins community cleaning up after being hit by EF3 tornado

Crews in Houston County are still cleaning up debris in the Statham's Landing community after a confirmed EF3 tornado hit the area.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Warner Robins community clearing up the community after being hit by a tornado (April 7, 2022)Warner RobinsWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —  The sun was out Thursday morning, but Tuesday afternoon was a different story. Crews in Houston County are still cleaning up debris in the Statham’s Landing community after a confirmed EF3 tornado hit the area. Homeowners Nancy and Larry…

BBB tips avoiding scams
Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

BBB urges caution when hiring a contractor for storm repairs

The Better Business Bureau of Central Georgia is urging the community to be alert for scammers preying on storm victims.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

The Better Business Bureau offers tips on staying away from scam contractorsBBBMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Better Business Bureau of Central Georgia is urging the community to be alert for scammers preying on storm victims. In light of the recent storms that hit Middle Georgia, scammers are out to take your money. According to the BBB, if your home has…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man arrested after authorities serve search warrant on Pursley Street

A 50-year-old man was arrested Thursday after multiple law enforcement agencies served a search warrant on Pursley Street.
Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 50-year-old man was arrested Thursday after multiple law enforcement agencies served a search warrant on Pursley Street. A news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says Tommy Lee Cummings Jr. was arrested. He faces multiple charges: Trafficking in cocaine, illegal drugs, marijuana or methamphetamines Possess/manufacture/distribute etc. marijuana within 1,000 feet…

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Crime, Featured, Laurens County, Local News

Dublin man arrested for murder, child cruelty, assault

Haley Janes,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is reporting the arrest of a man charged with murder, child cruelty, and aggravated assault from Dublin. According to the GBI’s release concerning the arrest, the Dublin Police Department responded to a call at an apartment at River View Drive related to a shooting– at around 1:18 p.m. on Wednesday, April…

Living Well With Troy Thompson: Hyperhidrosis
Featured, Health, Living Well, Medical

Living Well With Troy Thompson: Hyperhidrosis

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Today Troy Thompson and resident Dermatologist Anna M Pare explore Hyperhidrosis and what you can do to treat it. Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating that can happen underarms, palms, bottom of the feet, full face and even the back. There are a few forms of treatment for the condition ranging from topical prescriptions you can get from a doctor…

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Featured, Jones County, Local News

Woman arrested in connection to Jones County death

Deputies arrested 55-year-old Cynthia Foley of Milledgeville.
Shelby Coates,

FoleyGRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Sheriff’s Office makes an arrest in connection to a woman found dead outside her home. Deputies arrested 55-year-old Cynthia Foley of Milledgeville on charges of Involuntary Manslaughter and Reckless Conduct. On Tuesday, March 22nd, deputies received a call about a deceased female. Deputies found 59-year-old Terri Potts dead in the driveway of her home….

Morning Business Report: Hacks Increasing Since The Russian Invasion
Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Hacks increasing since the Russian invasion

Edward Smart,

JPMorgan, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo among other banks are called to eliminate overdraft fees. Frito Lay is honoring female athletes with a special-edition bag of Cracker Jills. You can find the product in stores and at professional ballparks. Hacks have been increasing since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: baseball, frito lay, hacks,…

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Sports

BS Report: April 5th – Can the Braves Do It Again?

The Braves are heading into Opening Day with a slightly diffrent roster, but are they actually better than last year?
David Tufts,

The Braves are heading into Opening Day with a slightly different roster, but are they actually better than last year? Bill Shanks explains why he believes history could repeat itself this season. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, MLB, Opening Day

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Storm damage cleanup continues on Wimbish Road in Macon

Crews were out Wednesday repairing power lines and cleaning up damage along Wimbish Road and Willow Creek Drive in Macon.
Ariel Schiller,

Crews work to remove a tree that fell on a home in Willow Creek condominiums.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Crews were out Wednesday repairing power lines and cleaning up damage along Wimbish Road and Willow Creek Drive in Macon. We spoke with residents who live in Willow Creek Condominiums who were still without power at noon. A tree fell on Virginia…
Featured, Georgia News, Local News, Twiggs County, WMGT

Twiggs County cleans up storm damage while preparing for more storms

Twiggs County is working to clean up destruction from Tuesday's storms ahead of more expected storms.
Ariel Schiller,

JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Twiggs County is working to clean up destruction from Tuesday’s storms ahead of more expected storms. At least eight homes were destroyed during Tuesday’s event, according to Twiggs County Emergency Management Director, Jack Wood. He says all of the county’s man power Wednesday went to cleaning up Tuesday’s damage. “My guys will be staged out in…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb Commission approves construction of courtrooms in Macon Mall

Macon-Bibb Commissioners approved Tuesday construction of two courtrooms at the Macon Mall.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Courtroom construction approved for the Macon MallMacon MallMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb Commissioners approved Tuesday construction of two courtrooms at the Macon Mall. About $4 million in 2018 SPLOST revenue will be used for the project. “When we shut down for those 14 to 18 months, we developed an incredible back log,” Chief Judge Howard Simms said. “People didn’t stop…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Jeremy Grissom appointed as Macon Violence Prevention Coordinator

Macon-Bibb Commissioners appointed Jeremy Grissom to the role on Tuesday. Grissom will start in the next two weeks.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Macon-Bibb Commissioners appoint Coordinator for the Macon Violence Prevention InitiativeMVP InitiativeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Violence Prevention Initiative now has a coordinator. Macon-Bibb Commissioners appointed Jeremy Grissom to the role on Tuesday. Grissom will start in the next two weeks. Grissom will coordinate all of the initiative’s events, including working with violence interrupter groups and working with groups who…

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Featured, Local News, Taylor County

Crews respond to Tuesday storm damage in Taylor County

Taylor County experienced down power lines, trees and destroyed homes after storms came through Tuesday.
Cameron Branscomb,

A residential home destroyed by strong windsTAYLOR COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Taylor County experienced down power lines, trees and destroyed homes after storms came through Tuesday. Taylor County EMA Director David Windham said Wednesday crews are working “countless hours to keep Taylor County safe.” Windham says officials identified 22 homes impacted by the storm. “Please be aware of downed trees,…