(41NBC/WMGT) — Renovating your new home is the best way to personalize it to your exact needs and preferences, but you may not know where to start. Rachel Zepernick, interior home expert at Angi, is here to walk us through projects that should be done before moving into a new home. “If your new kitchen needs upgrades, try to get…
More than half of U.S. cities have witnessed double-digit rent increases this month. Job openings top 11.2 million in July, well above estimates. Bed Bath & Beyond will unveil its turnaround plan to raise money to survive and give shoppers a reason to enter its stores. Bowling company Bowlero sees potential to expand to 800 bowling centers nationwide. Categories: Featured,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After a dominating performance against Morehead State last week, the Mercer football team is in for a strong SEC challenge against Auburn on Saturday. During SEC Media Days, several athletes noted Jordan-Hare Stadium as one of the most electric atmospheres in college football. To prepare themselves for the crowd noise, the Bears have been playing a…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The End Zone Game of the Week for week three features one of the biggest rivalries in the state: Northside Eagles vs. Warner Robins Demons. The Eagles fell to Jones County in week one but bounced back last week, dominating Peach County to become 1-1 in the early season. On the other hand, the Demons…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A local preservation group announces a $1,000 dollar reward for tips after someone vandalized the gate to Macon’s historic Rose Hill Cemetery. The incident happened around 10 p.m. Saturday. Rose Hill Preservation and Restoration Inc. shared surveillance video on social media. The video shows someone with red hair approaching the front gate of the cemetery on…
IDEAL, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Ideal in Macon County is bringing residents together to engage with political candidates in a unique way. A “Cornhole and Conversation” event was held Tuesday night at Ideal City Park on MLK Avenue. Voters could enjoy playing cornhole and talking with six candidates running for county, state and federal offices. Guests included State…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Farmers always have to deal with issues like the weather, but according to farmer Knapp Boddiford, he’s seeing more problems than ever before. “Labor’s also been a big increasing challenge, and also certainly this current market year, inputs are almost doubled, everything is out of the roof,” Boddiford said. “It’s been a very trying year to…
Fort Valley State University receives grant for its Early Head start programFort Valley State University FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fort Valley State University is providing resources to families across middle Georgia thanks to grant funding. The $6.49 million grant from the Department of Health and Human Services Early Head Start Child Care Partnership will help more than 400 children….
Temperatures across Middle Georgia warmed into the low 90s today, ahead of a “cold” front that should move in Wednesday. This front remains pretty weak, and will bring some drier air to at least the northern portion of our viewing area (north of Warner Robins). Dry air should limit our rain chances tomorrow afternoon, so expect partly to mostly sunny…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce unveiled a new talent recruitment website. Maconworks.com aims to help bring people to work and live in Macon. The website offers links to different hiring jobs, housing options and a salary calculator to see how far your dollar will stretch in Macon. The chamber’s director of talent development, Lynn Farmer,…
Airlines in North America and Europe are expected to maintain restrictions on the number of flights to battle congestion. State Farms slammed by the rising theft of catalytic converters. Interest in camping soared in the pandemic, and now the sector is showing signs that it may maintain popularity. Starbucks’ pumpkin spice latte makes its annual debut today. This time it…
UPDATE (2/2): Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones has provided more information concerning the incident at Courtland Avenue. The coroner’s office was called to the scene at 9:50 p.m., and Jones confirms that that the cause of death was a stabbing. ———————– UPDATE (1/2): An arrest has been made in a murder on Courtland Avenue. Investigators arrested 35-year-old Idris Alaka in…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Mercer University’s football team begins the 2022 season with a dominating victory over Morehead State 63-13. The Bears had control from start to finish, not scoring on only three possessions the entire game. Quarterback Fred Payton went 11 for 17, passing for 248 yards and four touchdowns, while wide receiver Ty James had five receptions for…
BOLINGBROKE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding a man in connection to a forgery case. Investigators say the man picture aboved cashed an altered check at the United Bank in Bolingbroke on July 12. He also presented a florida’s driver’s license that was fake. If you have any information or know who the man…
We saw a hot day in Middle Georgia today, with highs warming to the low 90s (which is normal for this time of year). Highs tomorrow will warm back to the low 90s with partly cloudy skies to start the day. By the afternoon/evening hours a cold front will approach the area, and bring our next chance of rain. We…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia College and State University is continuing to teach about author Flannery O’Connor’s legacy. The National Endowment for the Humanities awarded the university a $235,000 grant to go toward the Andalusia Institute. Executive Director of Andalusia Institute, Irene Burgess, says the institute will help scholars learn teaching strategies on the life and works of the college’s…
Georgia Council for the Arts Awards more than $1.3 Million dollars to several organizations across the stateGrants to benefit organizations focused on the artsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Thanks to a grant from Georgia Council for the Arts, several middle Georgia organizations are getting the support to continue immersing the community in the arts. The council awarded more than $1.3 million…
Paintings featured in the Storm Songs ExhibitMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Artist Alexa Kleinbard’s “Storm Songs” art exhibit focuses on the impact of climate change. Set to be shown at Mercer’s McEachern Art Center, the exhibit aims to raise awareness for environmental protection. “Nature is polluted, pesticides are reeking, climate change, sea level rise, fires, droughts,” Kleinbard said. “They’re the songs…
Credit: Pexels MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Senator Jon Ossoff is sharing his thoughts on President Biden’s student loan forgiveness initiative. He’s currently reviewing President Biden’s plan that was announced last week.* Following the president’s announcement last week, critics of the move say it will add to the national debt and eventually fall back on the tax payer. Senator Ossoff says…
United Way of Central Georgia celebrating 100 years100 yearsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — United Way of Central Georgia is celebrating 100 years of giving back to the community. Since its inception, the organization has worked to increase reading levels within schools through its volunteer-driven program known as “Read United,” which is now in five counties across middle Georgia. The organization has…
OliverUPDATE (8/29): The Peach County Sheriff’s Office located and apprehended Daquavious Oliver. He is the last of the three (3) suspects wanted for aggravated assault in connection with the death of a 16-year-old on August 20. UPDATE (8/29) : The Fort Valley Police Department has made a second arrest in the August 20 shooting death of a 16-year-old. In a post…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— A man is dead following a crash on the I-75 northbound entrance ramp on Hartley Bridge road. According to an incident report from Georgia State Patrol, the crash happened Saturday night at around 9:15. The report lists 71-year-old Richard Syme of Macon as the driver of the vehicle. The vehicle left the roadway at approximately 200 feet…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunny conditions are back for most of Middle Georgia today following last week’s cloudy weather. Today The skies were clear over most of Middle Georgia to begin the final Monday of August. The southeastern counties of the region, however woke up to a handful of low level clouds once again blanketing the sunrise. The southeastern…
For cash-strapped customers, Labor Day could be a good time to score a deal. Labor Day sales are already underway for summer clothing, appliances, and outdoor furniture. Retailers have a glut of inventory and are discounting items to clear out space for holiday goods. Select U.S. movie theaters will offer $3 movie tickets next Saturday in honor of National Cinema…