(41NBC/WMGT) — If you’re tired of spending hours every week taking care of your grass, it might be time to switch things up. Rupa Mehta, an outdoor home expert at Angi, is here to show us some grass-free lawn alternatives. “Consider covering your yard with plants,” said Mehta “Moss and clover grow quickly and require little to no maintenance. Native…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mercer men’s soccer team hosted their third consecutive game, this time taking on the UAB Blazers. The first half only saw only goal by Ousman Jabang. In the 62nd minute, the Blazers scored off a corner kick to tie the game, but less than two minutes later, the Blazers scored again, taking a 2-1 lead….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After defeating The Citadel 17-0, the Mercer football team has been ranked 16th in the FCS, the highest ranking in program history. This season, the Bears have been led by stellar defensive play, and this week, the Mercer defense has to transition from playing a run-heavy The Citadel team to a pass-heavy Gardner-Webb squad. “It’s a…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — High school football season is flying by, as it’s already week six, and our End Zone Game of the Week features the Perry Panthers vs. the Howard Huskies. After falling in a heartbreaker in their first game of the season to Houston County, the Panthers have won three straight contests against quality opponents. This week, they…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two separate storage facility break-in cases. The first involves storage units at 5410 Hawkinsville Road. According to the Sheriff’s Office, several suspects broke into multiple storage units. The suspects were seen in a possible gray 2018 or newer Kia Forte. The vehicle has noticeable rear end damage. If you can…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– Baldwin County School District opened a new splash pad for Early Learning Center Students. Superintendent Noris Price says the splash pad will help expose young children to water, and promote water safety at a early age. “It’s a great opportunity for our kids to be exposed to water at a early age and also learn about water safety,”…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–Georgia College and State University is hosting a variety of events this week in celebration of the college’s annual Constitution Week. Students gathered at Atkinson Hall Tuesday, to dicuss the topic the “Stop Woke Act and Free Speech.” Assistant Professor of Public Law at Georgia College, Dr. Adam Lamparello, says students are learning the limits of free speech. They’re…
We got our first 90 degree highs in almost two weeks here in Macon this afternoon, and it starts a trend of more hot days this week. Lows tonight will be falling into the mid 60s with mostly clear skies continuing into Wednesday morning. Wednesday will be another hot day with clear skies and highs in the mid 90s. Thursday…
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – More than two dozen people are facing drug charges under a law enforcement operation known as Summer Breeze Drug Sweep. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office sent out deputies Tuesday to arrest about 27 people for the sale of illegal drugs. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office says 15 individuals had been taken into custody. And the search…
Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections encourages voter registration during National Voter RegistrationMacon-Bibb County Board of ElectionsMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The third Tuesday of September is known as ‘National Voter Registration Day’, and the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections is pushing for your vote. According to Mike Kaplan, Chairman for the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections, there has been an increase in voter…
Keith Moon appointed city of Dublin new Police ChiefNew Dublin Police ChiefDUBLIN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Dublin Police Department has a new Police Chief. Keith Moon was appointed to the position on September 15, after serving as Interim Police Chief since December 2021. Chief Moon has been with the Police Department since 1998, and brings over 30 years of experience. Since being…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High temperatures are returning to the lower 90s around Middle Georgia as the sunny pattern keeps its grip on the Peach State. Today It was another clear morning around Middle Georgia to begin our Tuesday, and the skies are still clear heading into the later morning hours. We will see cloud fields begin to fill in…
Workers are returning to U.S. offices at the highest rate since the pandemic began. Offices are up 55% from 48% early 2020. Ford is adding to the gloomy outlook for the world economy. They claim to have had a billion dollars of extra costs to make cars. The U.S. Department of Defense is pushing its contractors to ensure none of…
UPDATE: Fort Valley Police Captain Marberry has provided some more information, as well as corrections to the previous release from Fort Valley Police concerning the shooting at Indian Oaks Apartments. Marberry says the victim is not a juvenile, but a 21-year-old man, and that the suspect behind the shooting is a 15-year-old juvenile male. FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Touchdown Club named three Players of the Week for Week 5. The Back of the Week is sophomore running back Nick Woodford from Northeast. Woodford rushed 27 times for 257 yards with four touchdowns and added four receptions for 79 yards and a touchdown during the Raiders’ 47-21 victory over ACE. The Lineman of…
Well we knew that our taste of fall last week was too good to be true, and in typical Middle Georgia fashion, we will get a bit of Summer’s revenge this week. A strong ridge of high pressure will be settling in over the Great Plains and the southeast, resulting in highs in the mid 90s starting Tuesday. This will…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is warning of a TikTok challenge following the arrest of a 14-year-old for auto theft. Deputies were investigating two stolen vehicles in the Juliette area on Friday, September 16th and Saturday, September 17th. Deputies recovered both vehicles, and a 14-year is facing theft and entering auto charges. The Monroe County Sheriff’s…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Fort Valley woman is dead and an infant is in critical condition following a morning crash in Peach County. Georgia State Patrol responded to a multiple vehicle crash on Highway 96 and Allendale Road just before 11:00 Monday morning. According to GSP, a 17-year-old driver in a Toyota Camry failed to stop and rear…
Houston County School District creates student support centerstudent support centerWARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Students and families in Houston County will now have access to more resources under one roof. The Houston County School District recently repurposed Lindsey Elementary School, to create a ‘Student Support Center.’ School leaders say families and students have already taken advantage of the resources available. Those resources…
DUBLIN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Laurens County School District is investigating a post that’s circulating social media. It’s causing outrage and concern over several communities. We have chosen not to show the photo that is being shared. The picture shows 5 West Laurens High School students standing side by side, with letters on their chest spelling out a racial slur. We reached…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A male passenger is dead after a fatal crash on Pio Nono Avenue a little in the early hours of Monday. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, the wreck took place just before 12:30 a.m., on Monday, September 19th, at the intersection between Pio Nono and Rocky Creek Road. It’s reported that an SUV and…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Stratford Eagles welcomed the Pacelli Vikings from Columbus in Week 5. The Eagles (3-0) were averaging 41 PPG and trying to remain undefeated on the season. The Vikings (3-1) shut out Mount de Sales last week 38-0. Check out the battle of the private schools from Eagle Field: Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags:…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The ACE Gryphons hosted the Northeast Raiders in our Game of the Week Friday night. The Raiders came into the game after beating Carver last week, the #2 team in AAA. The Gryphons (4-0) were looking to remain undefeated on the season. Here are the highlights from Shaaz Peerani: Categories: End Zone, Game of the Week,…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mount de Sales Cavaliers traveled to Marvin Arrington Stadium to take on the Westfield Hornets in Perry. The Hornets (2-2) had won eight straight against Mount de Sales. The Cavaliers (2-1) were only scoring 16 points per game while giving up 21 points per game. It was the first time these two teams had played…