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Education, Featured, Laurens County, Local News, WMGT

Laurens County students benefiting from 2 new schools

The Laurens County School District is looking to the future thanks to the addition of two new schools: East Laurens High School and West Laurens Middle School.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Laurens County School District benefitting from two new schoolsNew SchoolsDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Laurens County School District is looking to the future thanks to the addition of two new schools: East Laurens High School and West Laurens Middle School. Students are getting to learn in new facilities with new technology. “I feel like I’m going to leave my mark…

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BS Report: August 24th – The Dawgs Defense

 After losing so many players from last years remarkable defensive squad, can Georgia maintain their edge on that side of the ball?
David Tufts,

After losing so many players from last years remarkable defensive squad, can Georgia maintain their edge on that side of the ball? Bill Shanks is defending the Dawgs defense this week, and points out some younger players that now have a chance to shine. Categories: Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, College Football, Georgia Bulldogs, SEC, UGA

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Gloomy conditions continue Wednesday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Overcast skies, light showers, and isolated thunderstorms will stick around Middle Georgia Wednesday. Today We saw a number of small scattered showers around Middle Georgia during the early morning hours today, however many of them began to weaken and fade out as the sun rose. We are still seeing a handful of light showers as we…

Morning Business Report
Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Starbucks allegedly closed two stores tied to union retaliation

Edward Smart,

Nordstrom slashed its financial forecast for the full year as department store chain faces a glut of inventory. Starbucks is closing two stores and the union says it’s retaliation. The stores are in Seattle and Kansas City, but the company says union activity is not the reason for the closures. Build-A-Bear Workshop released a scented pumpkin spice bear for fall….
Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

12 people indicted for drug trafficking in Milledgeville

41NBC Web Producer,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Ten Milledgeville  and two Atlanta residents are facing federal drug and firearms charges after a joint operation investigation. The 12 suspects allegedly participated in the armed distribution of large quantities of methamphetamine, fentanyl and other controlled substances. Agents seized approximately 92 kilograms of methamphetamine, 2.5 kilograms of fentanyl, two kilograms of heroin, two kilograms of cocaine,…

Mercer Football Opens The Season In Cfb’s Week 0
Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

Mercer football opens the season in CFB’s Week 0

The Bears open their 2022 season against Morehead State this Saturday, August 27, at 7 p.m. at Five Star Stadium 
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — College football’s week 0 games begin this week, and one team in action is Macon’s own Mercer University. The Bears finished last season 7-3, with a 6-2 conference record, the best Southern Conference record in the program’s history, and Mercer was one play away from becoming SoCon champs. So head coach Drew Cronic lets us know…

The End Zone Game Of The Week Preview: Houston County Vs. Perry
End Zone, Game of the Week, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

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

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Friday, August 26, at 7:30 p.m. at Freedom Field.
Shaaz Peerani,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The End Zone Game of the Week features the Houston County Bears hosting the Perry Panthers this week. Houston County is being led this year by new head coach Jeremy Edwards. Edwards spent the last few seasons at Warner Robins as the offensive coordinator, helping the Demons capture back-to-back GHSA 5A State titles. With Edwards…

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Local News, Weather

Cloudy, rainy pattern sticks around this week

A rainy, humid weather pattern will stick around for the rest of the week along with cooler than normal high temperatures.
Cecilia Reeves,

Clouds and rain have kept Middle Georgia cooler than normal today, with most of us seeing highs in the mid 80s. Light rain started the day for some spots with a few storms this afternoon. We won’t be seeing much of a change in our overall weather pattern through the next few days, so expect more rain and clouds Wednesday….

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Business, Education, Featured, Georgia News, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

City of Perry explains impact of being ‘Broadband Ready’

The City of Perry is now one of 50 cities considered a 'Broadband Ready Community.'
Ariel Schiller,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If the pandemic taught us anything, it’s that high-speed internet is essential. The City of Perry is now one of 50 cities considered a ‘Broadband Ready Community.’ Ashley Hardin, Perry’s Economic Development Administrator, explains what that means. “We see broadband as infrastructure, and that it’s something important to have in our city for connectivity so that…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb Fire Department starts annual contest aimed at fire prevention

The Macon-Bibb Fire Department is getting ready for "Fire Prevention Week" with an essay and poster contest.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Macon-Bibb County Fire Department kick off fore prevention weekMacon-Bibb County Fire DepartmentMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department is getting ready for “Fire Prevention Week” with an essay and poster contest. The department says its goal is to get people excited about safety and writing. The contest is open to K-5 students as well as 8th and 12th graders in…

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Featured, Local News, Medical, Peach County, WMGT

Peach County Schools benefiting from virtual medical visits

Peach County students and staff don't have to go far for their medical needs.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Peach County School District taking part in virtual medical help with Atrium Health NavicentAtrium Health NavicentFORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Peach County students and staff don’t have to go far for their medical needs. That’s because Atrium Health Navicent has partnered with the school district to provide virtual visits. The school district is providing meetings with a doctor through a…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Subaru of Macon donates $500 to teachers at Alexander II Magnet School

A car dealership in Macon is giving back to local educators.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  A car dealership in Macon is giving back to local educators. Subaru of Macon presented 10 new teachers at Alexander II Magnet School $500. The donations are part of Subaru’s initiative to support education, called “Subaru Loves Learning.” Teachers can use the donations to purchase classroom supplies through adoptaclassroom.com. “I am so excited and so happy…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Department of Juvenile Justice holds job fair

The Department of Juvenile Justice held a job fair at the Macon Regional Youth Detention Center Tuesday.
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Department of Juvenile Justice held a job fair at the Macon Regional Youth Detention Center Tuesday. Visitors brought in resumes and applied for multiple positions, including correctional officer and food service roles. Recruiter Jessica Morrison spoke about the impact the Juvenile Justice Department has on the community. “It gives youth a sense of community,” she…

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Bibb County, Business, Featured, Local News

Macon hosting Georgia Downtown Association Conference this week

The Terminal Station is hosting the annual Georgia Downtown Association Conference this week
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Terminal Station is hosting the annual Georgia Downtown Association Conference this week. Throughout the week, downtown professionals from around Georgia will participate in classes and presentations that include how to apply for grants, and loans, activity ideas and tourism. It serves as a networking opportunity and a chance for downtown professionals to see what other…

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News

Atlanta Braves World Championship Trophy Tour visits Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital

The Atlanta Braves made a stop at the Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital to surprise patients as part of the World Champion Trophy Tour.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Atlanta Braves made a stop at the Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital to surprise patients as part of the World Champion Trophy Tour. Patients, many of them Braves fans, were able to get close to the trophy and have their picture taken. Market President at Truist Scott Seigel says seeing the smiles on the kids’…

Hooked On Science: Potato Launcher
Education, Featured, Hooked on Science

Hooked on Science: Potato Launcher

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Science Guy Jason Lindsey shows us how to make a potato launcher! Remember to always wear safety googles , and if you’re under 18 always have an adult around before you try the experiment! First you’ll need three things. A copper tube from the hardware store, along with a dowel rod, and then finally a potato from the…

Tech Byte: Midjourney
Entertainment, Featured, Tech Byte

TECH BYTE: Midjourney

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — If you’re seeing more colorful looking artwork on your social media timelines, your friends are probably using Midjourney. This new AI art generator lets you help design or create unique images of pretty much whatever you want. It’s essentially a chat room on Discord – a social media app and website. It works best when you direct message…

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured

Man arrested for drug, gun charges out of Hillcrest Park

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man for drug and gun charges while patrolling near Hillcrest Park on August 17th around 3 a.m. According to the BCSO, Deputies found a vehicle inside the park during prohibited hours, and found a man and young woman inside of the car along with about a pound and a…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Cloudy skies and light showers likely Tuesday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Overall gloomy conditions will continue to hang around Middle Georgia today. Today We had some scattered light showers move through Middle Georgia this morning. We are continuing to see more of them as we head into the lunchtime hours, however thunderstorm activity should hold off until later in the afternoon and evening. Once again the early…

Morning Business Report
Business, Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Pfizer and BioNTech create booster shot targeting Omicron

Edward Smart,

Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech have asked the FDA to authorize updated COVID booster shots that target the Omicron subvariant. Ford slashes 3,000 white-collar jobs in bid to lower costs as it transitions to electric vehicles. Coffee and pastry shops are avoiding the inflation hit that restaurants have seen. A CNBC/Momentive poll finds Americans worry that student debt forgiveness…

Macon Touchdown Club Middle Georgia Kick Off Classic Scores And Highlights
Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

Macon Touchdown Club Middle Georgia Kick-off Classic scores and highlights

Northeast vs. Mary Persons was called incomplete short due to several weather delays.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Touchdown Club hosted its 7th Annual Middle Georgia Kick-off Classic at Mercer University on August 20. The first game featured the Jones County Greyhounds defeating the Northside Eagles 27-21. Greyhound’s quarterback Judd Anderson went 14 for 23 with 201 passing yards, three touchdowns, and one interception. In the second game, the Northeast Raiders and…

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Local News, Weather

Rainy weather continues this week

Cecilia Reeves,

It was another rainy start to the week for much of Middle Georgia, especially east of I-75. An area of low pressure to our west in addition to ample Gulf moisture will keep clouds and rain in the forecast for most of the week. Tuesday, many of us will wake up to patchy fog and clouds once again, as well…

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Featured, Laurens County, Local News, WMGT

City of Dublin names Josh Powell city manager

Powell, who's been serving as acting city manager since December, worked for the city as an attorney before taking on the position.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

City of Dublin names new City ManagerDublin City ManagerDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Dublin has named Josh Powell its city manager. Powell, who’s been serving as acting city manager since December, worked for the city as an attorney before taking on the position. As acting city manager, Powell has already combined several departments to help with efficiency. He…