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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Bibb schools receive donation from law firm

Forrest B. Johnson and Associates Law Firm presented a $10,000 donation to the Bibb Education Foundation Thursday.
Cameron Branscomb,

Forrest B. Johnson (middle) presenting donation to Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims (left)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Forrest B. Johnson and Associates Law Firm presented a $10,000 donation to the Bibb Education Foundation Thursday. $5,000 will go to Ballard Hudson Middle School and $5,000 will go to Southwest High School.  Bibb County Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims spoke about the message this sends…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Publix Super Market Charities donates $5 million to Feeding America food banks

September is Hunger Action Month, and Publix Super Market Charities is donating more than $5 million to hundreds of Feeding America food banks.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – September is Hunger Action Month, and Publix Super Market Charities is donating more than $5 million to hundreds of Feeding America food banks. 40 Publix volunteers representing five Publix store across Middle Georgia put the action in Hunger Action Month. Volunteers came to the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank Thursday as part of the Publix Serves…

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News, Medical, WMGT

Local health providers recommend high-dose flu vaccine for those 65 and up

As we approach flu season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending those 65 and older get a high-dose flu vaccine.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

CDC recommends High-Dose Flu shot for people 65 years of age and olderHigh-Dose Flu ShotMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As we approach flu season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending those 65 and older get a high-dose flu vaccine. Staff at Piedmont Urgent Care say it’s not too early to start talking about the flu. The flu season…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon Hispanic Fest happening this weekend

Several organizations are coming together to host Macon's Hispanic Fest during this Hispanic Heritage Month.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Several Macon-Bibb organizations to host ‘Macon Hispanic Fest.’Macon Hispanic FestMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Several organizations are coming together to host Macon’s Hispanic Fest during this Hispanic Heritage Month. The event is happening Saturday at Rosa Parks Square on Poplar Street. Notivision Georgia, Mercer University and Macon-Bibb’s Office of Small Business Affairs are hosting the event. To kick off the month,…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Nice weather continues Friday

Sunshine will be sticking around through the day Friday  with highs warming into the mid and upper 80s.
Cecilia Reeves,

High pressure has really taken over control of our weather here in Middle Georgia this week and Friday will be no exception. Overnight, clear skies will allow lows to drop into the upper 50s early Friday morning. Sunshine will be sticking around through the day Friday  with highs warming into the mid and upper 80s. Not much changes over the…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Macon elementary school celebrates ‘Dot Day’

Heard Elementary School celebrated International Dot Day Thursday by showing off some art work.
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Heard Elementary School celebrated International Dot Day Thursday by showing off some art work. Dot Day started with a book titled The Dot.  It’s a story of an art teacher looking to motivate a student who felt they couldn’t draw. Heard Elementary art teacher Tracy Wheeler says when students are nervous about art, it’s best to…

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Crime, Local News, Washington County

2 Arrested in Washington County for attempting to smuggle items into prison with drone

Haley Janes,

SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two people were arrested early Sunday on September 11th, when Washington County Deputies made contact with a suspicious vehicle parked at a church on Highway 231 in Davisboro. According to WCSO, 2 people were sitting in the vehicle when deputies made contact- while speaking with them, deputies noticed a drone hovering over their heads carrying a…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

More sunshine today in Middle Georgia

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High pressure is keeping the sunshine over Middle Georgia this week. Today It was another mild morning around Middle Georgia as clear skies and temperatures in the lower 60s began the day. We will continue to see sunny skies all afternoon with only a couple of clouds developing. No rain is expected. Highs will reach the…

Bs Report: September 14th They Blew It!
Sports

BS Report: September 14th – They Blew It!

Falcons fans aren't expecting much from this rebuilt squad, but a heartbreaking turnaround loss may be too much to take.
David Tufts,

Falcons fans aren’t expecting much from this rebuilt squad, but a heartbreaking turnaround loss may be too much to take. Bill Shanks explains why the blown 16 point lead against the rival Saints may be the fault of the coaching. Categories: Sports Tags: arthur-smith, Atlanta Falcons, Bill Shanks, NFL

The End Zone Game Of The Week Preview: Ace Vs. Northeast, Pt. 2
End Zone, Game of the Week, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: ACE vs. Northeast, Pt. 2

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Friday, September 16, at 7:30 p.m. at ACE.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The End Zone Game of the Week features a first-ever battle between the ACE Gryphons and the Northeast Raiders. The Raiders are coming off their best season in program history, going 9-4 and falling in the 2A state quarterfinals. But this season, the Raiders haven’t had the best of luck as they have started the season…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man hospitalized after drive-by shooting on Montpelier Avenue

A 33-year-old man is in stable condition at the hospital after being shot Wednesday night on Montpelier Avenue.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 33-year-old man is in stable condition at the hospital after being shot Wednesday night on Montpelier Avenue. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says it happened just before 9 o’clock at M&M Groceries, located at 2760 Montpelier Avenue. Witnesses told investigators people were standing outside the store when a dark-colored vehicle drove by and…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Dry weather continues this week

Sunshine and low humidity will keep it feeling nice across Middle Georgia for the rest of the week.
Cecilia Reeves,

It was another gorgeous day across Middle Georgia, from the start in the 50s to the mid 80s and sunshine this afternoon. Overnight it won’t be quite as chilly across the area, but lows will still fall into the low 60s. Thursday brings another sunny day to the southeast with highs in the mid 80s and low humidity. The forecast…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park hosting 30th annual Indigenous Celebration this weekend

The Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park is hosting its 30th annual Ocmulgee Indigenous Celebration this weekend.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park is hosting its 30th annual Ocmulgee Indigenous Celebration this weekend. This will be the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic the park has hosted the event in-person. The celebration will feature traditional cultural crafts, storytelling and educational programs to celebrate southeastern Native American culture. The park’s superintendent, Carla Beasley, says…

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County, WMGT

Forsyth fire chief reflects on time in role ahead of retirement

The Forsyth Fire Department is saying goodbye to a long time employee and leader.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Forsyth Fire Chief retiring after 11 years in the positionForsyth Fire DepartmentFORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Forsyth Fire Department is saying goodbye to a long time employee and leader. Fire Chief David Herndon is retiring September 30. We sat down to speak with him about his accomplishments in the position. Fire Chief Herndon says it was time to head to…

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News

Peyton Anderson Cancer Center now offering oncology services

The Atrium Health Navicent Peyton Anderson Cancer Center is now offering a new service to its patients.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) – The Atrium Health Navicent Peyton Anderson Cancer Center is now offering a new service to its patients. The center held a ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday to announce it will now offer medical oncology services. Medical Director Dr. Paul Dale says the service will help provide better care for patients. “This is just one more aspect that allows…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb EMA hosting emergency preparedness fair Saturday

The Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency is hosting an emergency preparedness fair this weekend.
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency is hosting an emergency preparedness fair this weekend. The fair will offer personal safety and health items, Covid testing, first aid demonstrations and pet micro-chipping. It will also offer a bit of fun with fire truck tours and firefighter gear races. Macon-Bibb EMA Administrative Officer Moranda Guy says being prepared for…

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County, WMGT

Monroe County woman dies in house fire

UPDATE: The Monroe County Sheriff's Office identified the victim of Wednesday's fire as 63-year-old Joanne Turner of Forsyth.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Monroe County Fire Department reporting one person dead after a porch fireMonroe County Fatal FireUPDATE: The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office identified the victim of Wednesday’s fire as 63-year-old Joanne Turner of Forsyth. FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT ) — One person is dead following a deadly fire in Monroe County Wednesday. According to the Monroe County Fire Department, the call came in…

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Featured, Local News, Wilkinson County

Alheizmer’s Awareness Walk happening in Wilkinson County this weekend

The city of Toomsboro is holding an Alzheimer's Awareness Walk this weekend to raise money for Alzheimer's research.
Cameron Branscomb,

TOOMSBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The city of Toomsboro is holding an Alzheimer’s Awareness Walk this weekend to raise money for Alzheimer’s research. The walk, set for Saturday, will begin at Toomsboro City Park at 8 a.m. Visitors will also be able to talk to healthcare professionals, and the Macon Museum of Arts and Science will put on an animal education…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Sunny days to hang around for Middle Georgia

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High pressure will keep sunny skies around Middle Georgia for the next several days. Today It was the coolest morning of the week for Middle Georgians. Temperatures around the region were mainly in the upper 50s to kick the morning off, however some spots got as low as 54 degrees while some were as warm as…

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Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Starbucks to spend $450 million to improve business

Edward Smart,

Many small companies say inflation is a major concern. Virios therapeutics is working therapies for hard to treat diseases like IBS, fibromyalgia, and fatigue. Starbucks plans to spend 450 million dollars on drive-thrus, mobile orders and delivery. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: inflation, Jane King, Morning Business Report, starbucks, Virios

Mercer Football Prepares For Its First Socon Game Of The Season
Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

Mercer football prepares for its first SoCon game of the season

Bears host The Citadel on Saturday, September 17, at 6 p.m. at Five Star Stadium.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After falling to the Auburn Tigers 42-16, the Mercer Bears had a bye week to allow them time to prepare for their first Southern Conference game of the season. Against Auburn, the Bears gave up 285 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns while picking off the Tigers twice and holding them to just over 200 passing…

The End Zone Game Of The Week Preview: Ace Vs. Northeast
End Zone, Game of the Week, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: ACE vs. Northeast

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Friday, September 16, at 7:30 p.m. at ACE.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Week five of high school football has quickly approached, and the End Zone Game of the Week features a Macon battle between the ACE Gryphons and the Northeast Raiders. The Gryphons are undefeated in year one under head coach Keith Hatcher as ACE is 4-0, making this the best start to a season in the program’s five-year…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Fall-like weather continues this week

Dry air will contribute to cool overnight temperatures and low humidity, but it will still be warm this week in Middle Georgia.
Cecilia Reeves,

We had a beautiful day with plenty of sunshine and low humidity, and this is just the start for what will be a nice week. Tomorrow will be a cool start in the area with lows falling into the upper 50s. Through the day we will be warming into the mid 80s thanks to clear skies and full sunshine. We…