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Macon-Bibb adds airport director position

The Middle Georgia Regional Airport will soon have a director in charge.

August 10, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Middle Georgia Regional Airport will soon have a director in charge. Macon-Bibb County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve adding the position to the organizational chart. The position would fall under the County Manager’s office. The budget for the position, including wages, taxes and benefits, would equal up to $200,000. Commissioner Elaine Lucas says she feels…

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Sen. Ossoff making push for better fitting body armor for female military members

Senator Jon Ossoff is making a push in the senate for better fitting body armor for women in the military.

August 10, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Senator Jon Ossoff is making a push in the senate for better fitting body armor for women in the military. After visiting Fort Stewart and speaking with soldiers, he said he received complaints about ill-fitting chest plates and other body armor. “I always meet with junior enlisted personnel and not just the command, because that’s how…

Portion of Macon’s Anthony Road named for educator

A portion of Anthony Road will be renamed Robert Louis Scott Boulevard following a vote this week by Macon-Bibb Commissioners.

August 10, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A portion of Anthony Road will be renamed Robert Louis Scott Boulevard following a vote this week by Macon-Bibb Commissioners. Commissioners approved the renaming of road during their committee of the whole meeting. Scott was a music teacher at Ballard Hudson High School from 1956 to 1970. “The history of Mr. Martin, the history of education…

Cybersecurity Opportunity Act signed into law

Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff's Cybersecurity Opportunity Act is now law.

August 10, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff’s Cyber Security Opportunity Act is now law. According to Senator Ossoff, it expands cybersecurity education in historically black colleges. President Joe Biden signed the measure Tuesday. The senator said the bipartisan legislation boosts job opportunities and education for HBCU students. “Malware, ransomware, these risk our personal privacy,” Ossoff said. “They risk small…

More clouds expected for our Wednesday

August 10, 2022

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – We will see more cloud cover today than so far this week. Today It was a mostly cloudy morning around Middle Georgia, and most of those clouds are still with us as we get ready to head into the lunchtime hours. The majority of our clouds are upper level cirrus clouds, and while they are thin,…

Morning Business Report: IRS says the 87 thousand new agents will help with inflation

August 10, 2022

Edward Smart,

According to the UN, many countries will see the average age of working adults decline. Bank of America says consumer spending is holding strong. The IRS says the 87 thousand new IRS agents will be hired as part of the inflation reduction act. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: Bank of America, IRS, Jane King, Morning Business Report, UN

Coach’s Corner 2022: Josh Ingram of the Veterans Warhawks

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Josh Ingram of the Veterans Warhawks.

August 10, 2022

David Tufts,

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Josh Ingram of the Veterans Warhawks. Coach Ingram, having just taken over as head coach, is hoping to turn around the young Veterans program. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Coach’s Corner, high school football, Josh Ingram, veterans warhawks

Scattered storms return Wednesday afternoon

We will continue to see the trend of hot days and afternoon storms this week, but a cold front drops in later this week

August 9, 2022

Cecilia Reeves,

While it was a mostly quiet day weather-wise for Middle Georgia, we saw storms fire up during the evening hours. Storms will continue into the early morning hours Wednesday, with patchy fog building in overnight. Wednesday (and Thursday) will pretty much be a repeat of the past few days. Scattered storms will start to pop up during the afternoon and…

Johnson County School District taking new safety measures following Friday shooting incident

The Johnson County Board of Education is working with law enforcement to increase security during football games. The district also plans to have safety drills involving teachers and students.

August 9, 2022

Brick Nelson,

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Johnson County School District is taking new safety measures after a man fired shots during a football game Friday, sending students and fans running for safety. The district held a news conference Tuesday to announce the efforts. Police arrested Joshua Russell of Dublin in connection with the incident. He faces multiple charges. School district Superintendent…

Project aims to highlight stories of those living with intellectual, developmental disabilities

Treasure Maps: Macon, the newest iteration of The Storytelling Project, returns to Macon this fall.

August 9, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Treasure Maps: Macon, the newest iteration of The Storytelling Project, returns to Macon this fall. The Storytelling Project was created five years ago in partnership between the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities and L’Arche Atlanta to increase public awareness and motivate Georgia legislators to act now for this remarkably underserved community, according to a news release….

Macon-Bibb observing Black Business Month by promoting Black businesses

Macon-Bibb's Office of Small Business Affairs is holding several events this Black Business Month to promote Black-owned businesses.

August 9, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb’s Office of Small Business Affairs is holding several events this Black Business Month to promote Black-owned businesses. Events will also provide services and assistance to Black businesses. “To address poverty and so many things that we have, having a small business can be an answer for that,” Director Charise Stephens said. “We have a lot…

Macon ‘Pet Pantry’ hopes to curb pet surrenders

SOS partners with the Humane Society of the United States, Chewy and PetSmart to provide a tractor-trailer filled with bags of dog food, cat food, cat litter and other pet supplies.

August 9, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — SOS Rescue hosted a pet pantry Tuesday for people who need help taking care of their furry friends. SOS partners with the Humane Society of the United States, Chewy and PetSmart to provide a tractor-trailer filled with bags of dog food, cat food, cat litter and other pet supplies. People can come and get up to…

New mom shares breastfeeding journey

Paige Parker is a new mom to her second child, a 3-week-old baby named Alice. She says she was able to breastfeed her first daughter for nine months, and when it came to decide on the plan for Alice, she decided she wanted to try breastfeeding again.

August 9, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Paige Parker is a new mom to her second child, a 3-week-old baby named Alice. She says she was able to breastfeed her first daughter for nine months, and when it came to decide on the plan for Alice, she decided she wanted to try breastfeeding again. She’s sharing her story during National Breastfeeding Month. “So…

Hooked on Science: Filling a bag with one breath

August 9, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Science Guy Jason Lindsey shows us how to fill a 6 ruler long diaper genie bag in just one breath! The secret is to not put your mouth on where you’re blowing into but instead leave a space between your mouth and the opening. When you blow into the opening not only does your breath go into the…

TECH BYTE: Magic Bands

August 9, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — If you’re planning a trip to Disney soon, the company has added some more tech to make your experience even more magical! It’s part of Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary celebration. Let’s look at some of the features of the MagicBand+! The My Disney Experience smartphone app isn’t the only tech you can take advantage of at…

Florida man arrested in Monroe County, stolen vehicle recovered

A Florida man faces multiple charges after being found in possession of a stolen vehicle Tuesday afternoon.

August 9, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

Letroy Mosley (Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)HIGH FALLS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Florida man faces multiple charges after being found in possession of a stolen vehicle Tuesday afternoon. A Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release says the sheriff’s office got a call from Georgia State Patrol about a stolen vehicle out of Atlanta being located at the Sunoco gas station in…

Evening storm chances remain high

August 9, 2022

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The recent pattern of storms in the evening and nighttime will continue today. Today We again woke up to some patchy fog around Middle Georgia, however we did not see as many low level clouds fill in as yesterday. This will allow temperatures to rise faster through the first half of the day. Highs are anticipated…

Morning Business Report: Whole Foods founder to create plant based restaurants

August 9, 2022

Edward Smart,

Meme stocks return to the stock market. AMC, GameStop and Bed Bath & Beyond soared on Monday. Founder of Whole Foods is looking to start another big business. Called Healthy America, it will have spas and plant based restaurants. One of the rarest baseball cards was sold for an extraordinary price. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: Jane King,…

Coach’s Corner 2022: Kip Burdette of the West Laurens Raiders

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Kip Burdette of the West Laurens Raiders.

August 8, 2022

David Tufts,

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Kip Burdette of the West Laurens Raiders. Coach Burdette has taken over the West Laurens program for his first year as a head coach, hear how he plans to rebuild with some new starters. Tags: Bill Shanks, Coach’s Corner, high school football, Kip Burdette, west laurens…

Macon golfer qualifies for the 122nd U.S. Amateur

"Last summer, I don't know if I would have dreamed of this."

August 8, 2022

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Tiger Woods are just some legends who have captured a U.S. Amateur championship. And now, Mercer golfer and Macon native Jay Spivey has a chance to add his name to that prestigious list at the 122nd U.S. Amateur. “It’s just an opportunity that I’ve dreamed of since I was a kid,…

Scattered storms possible Tuesday

We will definitely still need the umbrella for most of this week as pop up storms stick around, but cooler weather is in the weekend forecast.

August 8, 2022

Cecilia Reeves,

We have been seeing scattered storms across Middle Georgia for much of the day today, with a few more possible overnight. Tuesday morning we will be waking up to some patchy fog and low cloud cover before the sun returns to heat us up. Highs will be warming to the mid and low 90s by the afternoon with scattered showers…

Milledgeville restaurant back open following weekend fire

Buffington's employees experienced a scary situation early Saturday morning while they were closing down the restaurant.

August 8, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Buffington’s employees experienced a scary situation early Saturday morning while they were closing down the restaurant. The electrical panel caught fire, and thanks to a quick acting employee, the fire was contained in minutes. Buffington’s owner Mike Hufstetler says a lot of things went right that morning, and he’s thankful the situation wasn’t much worse. “Luckily the…

Photo booth now available in downtown Macon

You may have noticed a new photo booth on the corner of Second and Poplar Streets in downtown Macon.

August 8, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – You may have noticed a new photo booth on the corner of Second and Poplar Streets in downtown Macon. The booth made its debut on July 27, just before Bragg Jam. The booth was made made possible by a collaboration between Fall Line Brewing and NewTown Macon. Director of Place for NewTown Macon, Emily Hopkins, says…

Downtown Macon parking meters undergoing upgrades

The parking meters in downtown Macon are undergoing some upgrades.

August 8, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The parking meters in downtown Macon are undergoing some upgrades. You may have seen signs on the meters recently asking you to use the Passport parking app or ppprk.com to pay for parking. According to Assistant Director for the Urban Development Authority, Robert Stephens, the meters have been experiencing receiver issues due to the shutdown of…

The Middle Georgia Regional Airport will soon have a director in charge.

Senator Jon Ossoff is making a push in the senate for better fitting body armor for women in the military.

A portion of Anthony Road will be renamed Robert Louis Scott Boulevard following a vote this week by Macon-Bibb Commissioners.

Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff's Cybersecurity Opportunity Act is now law.

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Josh Ingram of the Veterans Warhawks.

We will continue to see the trend of hot days and afternoon storms this week, but a cold front drops in later this week

The Johnson County Board of Education is working with law enforcement to increase security during football games. The district also plans to have safety drills involving teachers and students.

Treasure Maps: Macon, the newest iteration of The Storytelling Project, returns to Macon this fall.

Macon-Bibb's Office of Small Business Affairs is holding several events this Black Business Month to promote Black-owned businesses.

SOS partners with the Humane Society of the United States, Chewy and PetSmart to provide a tractor-trailer filled with bags of dog food, cat food, cat litter and other pet supplies.

Paige Parker is a new mom to her second child, a 3-week-old baby named Alice. She says she was able to breastfeed her first daughter for nine months, and when it came to decide on the plan for Alice, she decided she wanted to try breastfeeding again.

A Florida man faces multiple charges after being found in possession of a stolen vehicle Tuesday afternoon.

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Kip Burdette of the West Laurens Raiders.

"Last summer, I don't know if I would have dreamed of this."

We will definitely still need the umbrella for most of this week as pop up storms stick around, but cooler weather is in the weekend forecast.

Buffington's employees experienced a scary situation early Saturday morning while they were closing down the restaurant.

You may have noticed a new photo booth on the corner of Second and Poplar Streets in downtown Macon.

The parking meters in downtown Macon are undergoing some upgrades.

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