Bibb County, Featured, Houston County, Local News

Bibb Sheriff’s Office: Warner Robins woman dies after crash on Hawkinsville Road

One person is dead after a two-vehicle crash on Hawkinsville Road Friday night.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One person is dead after a two-vehicle crash on Hawkinsville Road Friday night. It happened just before 5:30 near Hawkinsville Road’s intersection with Rex Elder Boulevard. Witnesses told deputies a car was traveling south on Hawkinsville Road when the driver lost control and crossed over into the northbound lanes and collided with a panel truck. Macon-Bibb…

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Featured, Jones County, Local News, WMGT

New safety measures in place for Jones County football games

Fans who attend football games at Jones County High School will notice changes this season.
Brick Nelson,

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fans who attend football games at Jones County High School will notice changes this season. The Board of Education created more safety measures in an effort to keep fans safe in the stands. Jones County High Principal Lance Rackley says one of the most noticeable changes for fans will be metal detectors at all entrances. “We…

One, Two, Three, Team!
Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Mercer women’s basketball coach shares her book with Bibb County first graders

Mercer women's basketball coach Susie Gardner wrote a book with the hope of sparking a love of reading in children. Bibb County first graders will all get a copy of it.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It was Dr. Seuss who once said, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” Mercer women’s basketball coach Susie Gardner wrote a book with the hope of sparking a love of reading in children. “I want kids to want to learn to…

City of Perry
Entertainment, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

City of Perry launches new podcast

You can learn about all the inner workings of the city by listening to the podcast.
Ariel Schiller,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — There’s a new way to learn about how the City of Perry works. The city started a podcast called “Inside Perry.” Tabitha Clark, Senior Communications Manager with the city, says her office came up with the idea to go along with the city’s Strategic Plan, which includes finding different ways to get residents to engage with…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Wesleyan College welcomes new students

Wesleyan College is welcoming a new group of students to its campus.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) – Wesleyan College is welcoming a new group of students to its campus. The school held its official induction ceremony Friday morning to welcome its new students. The college says its focus is teaching women to become leaders and giving them opportunities to follow their dreams. President of Wesleyan College, Megan Blight, says she’s exited to take on…

Houston Hardware Celebrates 40 Years Of Business
Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Houston Hardware celebrates 40th anniversary

The store offers hardware and gardening supplies and has a large nursery and porch area that specializes in fertilizers, feeds and other outdoor supplies.
Drake Rozelle,

BONAIRE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Houston Hardware and Garden Center is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The store, located at 602 GA Highway 247, opened on July 19, 1982. It was housed in a small building built in 1911 but has since expanded into its current size. The store offers hardware and gardening supplies and has a large nursery and porch area…

Perry Fairgrounds Holding Consignment Sale
Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Georgia National Fairgrounds hosting consignment sale through Sunday

The Tykes, Tots & Teens consignment sale is back at the Georgia National Fairgrounds from August 11-14.
Drake Rozelle,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Tykes, Tots & Teens consignment sale is back at the Georgia National Fairgrounds from August 11-14. Local vendors are selling children’s goods from clothes to toys to school supplies. Prices are set individually by the vendors, and anyone can come to buy. The last day of the sale, on Sunday, will be “Discount Day.” Any…

Gcsu Celebrates Start Of School With Move In Day
Baldwin County, Education, Local News

Georgia College starts new school year with move-in day

A new round of students moved into Georgia College and participated in the official GCSU move-in day this week.
Drake Rozelle,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new round of students moved into Georgia College and participated in the official GCSU move-in day this week. About 1,100 new students moved in within a span of three hours. They were assisted by around 450 Cat Crew volunteers. The volunteers unpacked students’ vehicles and transported their belongings to their dorms. Volunteers included students, student…

High School Football Scrimmages Preview
Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

High school football scrimmages preview

The first game of the regular season is Rutland hosting Towers on August 18.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With high school football’s regular season just a week away, several teams will be getting gameplay reps Friday. Amongst the teams in action will be the Northeast Raiders. The Raiders are coming off of their best season, going 9-4 and having a trip to the 2A state quarterfinals. Head coach Jeremy Wiggins wants to build off…

Ford Photo
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Car owner contacts investigators after juvenile left in critical condition following shooting

The owner of the Ford Escort has contacted and spoken with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office.
Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office UPDATE (11:34 p.m.) – The owner of the Ford Escort has contacted and spoken with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators are still asking for your help in locating the two males who helped take the juvenile to the hospital. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A juvenile is in critical condition following a shooting Thursday afternoon….

Coach's Corner
Coach's Corner, Local Sports, Sports

Coach’s Corner 2022: Lawrence Smith of the Crisp County Cougars

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Lawrence Smith of the Crisp County Cougars.
David Tufts,

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Lawrence Smith of the Crisp County Cougars. Coach Smith has been to the NFL so he knows what a professional winning attitude loos like. Hear how he plans to lead the Cougars this season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Coach’s Corner, crisp…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Front brings storms Friday

Friday will bring another foggy start to some parts Middle Georgia with more rounds of showers and storms associated with a cold front.
Cecilia Reeves,

As expected it has been another stormy day in Middle Georgia with rain and clouds throughout the day. Overnight, showers and storms will continue with lows dropping into the low 70s. Friday will bring another foggy start to some parts Middle Georgia with more rounds of showers and storms associated with a cold front. Once again a few storms will…

Bibb County Sheriff's Office
Bibb County, Featured, Law Insights, Local News, WMGT

Bibb Sheriff’s Office provides update on ShotSpotter technology

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is providing an update on the ShotSpotter technology that's been in place since February.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is providing an update on the ShotSpotter technology that’s been in place since February. The technology helps identify gunfire incidents and provides audio alerts when gunfire happens. Sgt. Santel Smith with Crime Analysis says it’s helped deputies find shootings they may not have been able to find before. “With ShotSpotter, it…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb Schools Superintendent meets with local business leaders

The Bibb County School District is partnering with the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce to talk to businesses about how to impact students.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County School District is partnering with the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce to talk to businesses about how to impact students. Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims met with business leaders Thursday to show how they can provide opportunities to students. He also addressed how businesses can offer student mentorship programs. Sims says this is a great…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Meet the new director of ‘Startup Macon’

Heaven Whitby, a Macon native and Northeast High School graduate, is the new director of Startup Macon.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Heaven Whitby, a Macon native and Northeast High School graduate, is the new director of Startup Macon. It’s a new initiative funded by the Knight Foundation with a goal of connecting entrepreneurs to resources they need when starting a business. “I’m mostly excited, because I know how hard it is as an entrepreneur myself,” Whitby said….

Stroke Center
Baldwin County, Featured, Health, Health & Fitness, Local News, Medical, WMGT

Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin gets stamp of approval for stroke care

Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin is getting the stamp of approval on the care it gives to stroke patients.
Ariel Schiller,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin is getting the stamp of approval on the care it gives to stroke patients. The hospital is designated as a Remote Treatment Stroke Center by the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Office of EMS and Trauma. Lana Maddox, the Stroke Coordinator for the hospital, says time is a matter of life or…

Pet Pantry Update
Bibb County, Community Calendar, Featured, Local News, Twiggs County, WMGT

Animal rescues hosting pet pantry this weekend

If you are in need of items for your furry friend, you're in luck!
Ariel Schiller,

JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you are in need of items for your furry friend, you’re in luck! Island Breeze Animal Rescue in Jeffersonville is hosting a pet pantry this weekend. It’s in partnership with the Humane Society of the United States and Chewy. Available items include dog food, cat food and cat litter. Microchipping will also be available for…

Tech Report: Samsung Shows Next Gen Cell Phone, Google Takes A Shot At Apple
Tech Report, Technology

Tech Report: Samsung shows next gen cell phone, Google takes a shot at Apple

Tyvonte' Maxwell,

The next generation of Samsung’s foldable smart phone was revealed. According to Digital solutions company, companies are fighting to make sure their employee’s are up to speed with new technology. Elon Musk posts a mysterious “X.com” tweet. Google takes a shot at how Apple converts text and media. Categories: Tech Report, Technology Tags: apple, digital, Google, samsung

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Dooly County, Education, Featured, Local News

Dooly County High School and K-8 Academy closed Friday due to water main burst

Haley Janes,

VIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two schools in the Dooly County School System will be closed to students, faculty, and staff on Friday, August 12th, due to a water main leak in Pinehurst. Dooly County Schools say that in order to maintain consistency across the school system, Dooly K8 Academy and Dooly County High school will be closed. The system says…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Storm chances climbing ahead of the weekend

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The number of scattered storms we will see in the afternoon and evening is climbing ahead of the weekend. Today Much like yesterday we will see plenty of clouds over Middle Georgia for most of the afternoon. A few pockets of sunshine are likely, but the overall cloudier conditions are helping us to stay cooler. Highs…

Morning Business Report
Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Prices for Disney Plus and Hulu are going up

Edward Smart,

The Disney Bundle, which includes Hulu, ESPN+, and Disney+ will go up a dollar to $14.99 a month. ESPN+ will increase on August 23 to $9.99 a month. Inflation increased year over year by 8.5 percent. Social Security recipients could receive a $1,900 increase next year. Price-sensitive spirits drinkers are swapping out high-end bottles for cheaper options. Categories: Featured, Morning…