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Education, Featured, Houston County, Local News

Middle Georgia school receives national recognition

The award is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps.
Cameron Branscomb,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Kings Chapel Elementary is one of six Georgia schools named as a 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools Program. The award is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps. Principal William Ray says this award is a collective community effort. “We want to be a school that our community can be…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Man arrested in connection with robbery of north Macon Dollar Tree

A 23-year-old is now in custody in connection to the armed robbery of Dollar Tree on 175 Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. this week.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (9/16): A 23-year-old is now in custody in connection to the armed robbery of Dollar Tree on 175 Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. this week. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says Taqwa Suwan Dixon of Macon was identified as one of the suspects involved and warrants were issued for his arrest. He was located at his home and…

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Judge approves temporary closure of M&M Grocery in Macon

Haley Janes,

UPDATE: Superior Court Judge Howard Simms has approved Macon-Bibb County’s request to order the temporary closure of M&M Grocery on Montpelier Avenue. A hearing has been set for October 10th to review request that it be permanently closed.   MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County has asked Superior Court to close M&M Grocery on Montpelier Avenue permanently. According to a…

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Morning Business Report: Amtrak to operate full schedule after labor agreement

Edward Smart,

Amtrak to operate a full schedule today with a tentative labor agreement between railroads and union. Wells Fargo says Hispanic workers face a higher risk from a recession. Treasury secretary Janet Yellen highlights Biden Administration’s plans for boosting the IRS. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: Amtrak, Jane King, Morning Business Report, Recession, wells fargo

Tech Report: Netflix Expects 40 Million On It's New Platform By Next Fall. Big Tech Companies Fight Back Against Hate Crimes And More.
Tech Report, Technology

Tech Report: Netflix expects 40 million on it’s new platform, Big Tech fights hate crimes

Tyvonte' Maxwell,

Major Tech Giants announce new steps to fight hate crimes and racially motivated violence. A letter from Tom Cotton to Apple CEO warns of chips from China. Netflix expects its ad supported platform to gain 40 million viewers by next fall. Autonomous vehicles will account for roughly 8% of the kilometers that passenger vehicles travel by 2040 Categories: Tech Report,…

The End Zone Game Of The Week Preview: Ace Vs. Northeast, Pt. 3
End Zone, Game of the Week, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: ACE vs. Northeast, Pt. 3

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 matchup between the ACE Gryphons and the Northeast Raiders. The ACE Gryphons have kicked off year one under head coach Keith Hatcher 4-0 and are averaging 54.8 points per game, making this the best start to a Gryphons season since the football program began in 2018….
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: 23-year-old man found dead in east Macon

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a body was found in east Macon Thursday night.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE:  A 23-year-old man was found dead Thursday night in east Macon. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded to a call of a person shot at the intersection of Denton Street and Haywood Road. Upon arrival, deputies found 23-year-old Jermaine Brandon Reynolds lying in the road unresponsive. Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley pronounced him dead at the scene. Call…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Historic Macon unveils new headquarters

The Historic Macon Foundation unveiled its new office headquarters Thursday.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Historic Macon Foundation unveiled its new office headquarters Thursday. The preservation group moved from Poplar Street to the old fire hall No. 4,  located at 950 Third Street. Crews rehabilitated the fire station, which was originally built in 1870. Executive Director Ethiel Garlington says the building is a central location for all of the organization’s…

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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…