Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon library to hold genealogy research day Saturday

Macon's Washington Memorial Library will hold its annual genealogy research day on Saturday, July 9.
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon’s Washington Memorial Library will hold its annual genealogy research day on Saturday, July 9. Those who go will get the chance to look through census records, obituaries and other records, including military registries. People should be prepared to find anything when doing family research,according to the head of the Genealogical and Historical Room and Middle…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

‘Dinosaur Adventure’ happening this weekend in Perry

Kids can "discover" dinosaurs this weekend at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Dinosaur Adventure comes to PerryDinosaur AdventurePERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — You can take a walk and discover some dinosaurs this weekend. “Dinosaur Adventure” is being held July 9 and 10 at the Georgia National Fairgrounds. The event will feature more than 40 Animatronic dinosaurs with informational boards describing each dinosaur. “I want them to enjoy it and take home just the experience…

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Featured, Local News, Peach County, WMGT

Fort Valley Police Department receives grant for laptops

The Governor's Office of Highway Safety recently awarded the Fort Valley Police Department a $20,000 grant that will helping the department buy laptop computers for patrol cars.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Fort Valley Police Department received $20,000 grant from the Governors office office of highway safetyFort Valley Police DepartmentFORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety recently awarded the Fort Valley Police Department a $20,000 grant that will helping the department buy laptop computers for patrol cars. “One of the advantages of having a computer in the car…
Baldwin County, Crime, Featured, Local News

Milledgeville Police investigate shooting that injured several, one subject still not found

Haley Janes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —  The Milledgeville Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place in the early hours of Friday, July 8th, in which an armed subject still hasn’t been located. According to MPD, the shooting happened at the Riverbend Apartment Complex, off 441 East McIntosh Street, and left several injured. Around 12:52 a.m., a Georgia College and State…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, Peach County

Midway man charged with murder in connection with death of Joseph Webb

A Warner Robins Police Department news release says 42-year-old Jonathan Campen turned himself in to the Bryan County Sheriff's Office Friday on open warrants.
Tucker Sargent,

Jonathan Campen (Warner Robins Police Department)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Midway man is now in custody in connection with the death of 33-year-old Joseph Webb. A Warner Robins Police Department news release says 42-year-old Jonathan Campen turned himself in to the Bryan County Sheriff’s Office Friday on open warrants. He’s charged with murder (felony) and aggravated assault and is…

Ask Angi: Pet Proofing Your Home
Ask Angi, Featured

Ask Angi: Pet proofing your home

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Pets bring us joy and comfort, but they also come with their own set of challenges. Rachel Zepernick, an interior home expert at Angi, is here to talk to us about how to pet-proof your home for your new furry friend. “When you bring a new pet into your home, you’re going to want to think of new…

Mom To Mom: Sponge Water Bomb
Entertainment, Featured, Mom to Mom

Mom to Mom: Sponge water bomb

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — It’s summertime and those kids really love to play outside with those water balloons. The problem is they’re expensive, messy, and it’s hard to fill. So, this replacement that we have for you today is the opposite of all those things. It’s cheap and it’s wonderful, we call them Sponge Water Bombs. The reason why is because it’s…

Morning Business Report
Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: GameStop fires Chief Financial Officer

Edward Smart,

GameStop fires its Chief Financial Officer, Mike Recupero. This comes after their turnaround plan to become more of an ecommerce company. Nascar is closer to adding a street car race in Chicago. The first street race in Chicago could happen next year. GOP-led states are targeting Wall Street with ‘anti-woke’ laws. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: GameStop, GOP, Jane…

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

Coach’s Corner 2022: Chance Jones of the Stratford Eagles

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Chance Jones of the Stratford Eagles.
David Tufts,

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Chance Jones of the Stratford Eagles. Here How Coach Jones is preparing to fill the shoes of Former head coach Mark Farriba and the crew he’s bringing in to ensure the Eagles success this season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Chance Jones,…

Macon Business Owner Serving As Team Usa’s Racquetball Athletic Trainer At 2022 World Games
Across Georgia Sports, Featured, National Sports, Sports, WMGT

Macon business owner serving as Team USA’s Racquetball athletic trainer at 2022 World Games

Rodger Fleming served as an athletic trainer for seven years with the Arizona Diamondbacks organization and three years with Tampa Bay Rays organization.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 2022 World Games started Thursday, returning to the United States for the first since the games’ inauguration in 1981. This year, an athletic trainer from Macon will be making sure Team USA’s Racquetball athletes are in top shape to take home gold. Rodger Fleming, an athletic trainer, massage therapist and owner of Body Awareness Performance…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Scattered storms return Friday afternoon

Cecilia Reeves,

It has been another stormy afternoon/evening here in Middle Georgia after some intense heat over the area. Tomorrow will be another hot day with highs in the mid 90s and heat index values in the 100s. Scattered storms will once again be possible during the afternoon and evening hours with some storms becoming strong/severe. Saturday be our last very hot…

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Business, Featured, Laurens County, Local News, WMGT

City of Dublin gets $3.3 million downtown revitalization grant

Changes are coming to downtown Dublin, but Mayor Joshua Kight says the city plans to continue to embrace "the benefits of being a great small town."
Ariel Schiller,

Dublin recently received a $3.3. million Rural Downtown Redevelopment grant from the Department Of Community Affairs. The money will help pay for infrastructure improvements on Madison Street.DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Dublin Mayor Joshua Kight says city leaders are hoping to change the appearance of downtown Dublin. The city recently received a $3.3 million Rural Downtown Redevelopment grant from the Department…

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Bibb County, Featured, Houston County, Local News

Mentors Project provides life lessons to young girls

The Mentors Project held a conference for girls in Warner Robins Thursday.
Cameron Branscomb,

The Mentor’s Project Girl’s ConferenceWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mentors Project held a conference for girls in Warner Robins Thursday. Young ladies received lessons in decision making and etiquette. They heard from guest speakers, including Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick, who shared her life experiences. “Finishing high school is not an option, it has to be their reality,” Mentors…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Ted Wright Park reopens as Warner Robins’ first ADA compliant park

Ted Wright Park officially reopened to the public Thursday after closing in October for renovations and an expansion.
Ariel Schiller,

The splash pad in Ted Wright Park is wheelchair accessible.WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Ted Wright Park officially reopened to the public Thursday after closing in October for renovations and an expansion. The renovations helped bring the park into compliance with the American Disabilities Act, making it the first ADA-compliant park in the city. Warner Robins city leaders cut the…

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News

Pediatrician offers tips for parents to avoid dehydration as high temperatures continue

Atrium Health Navicent wants to make sure kids are drinking enough water this summer.
Cameron Branscomb,

Atrium Health NavicentAtrium Health NavicentMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent wants to make sure kids are drinking enough water this summer. Dr. Christy Peterson says children should be drinking at least eight ounces of water for every hour they spend playing outside. She says sports drinks are unnecessary for kids’ hydration. “Those sports drinks are necessary for some elite…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb ‘Picnic in the Park’ returns this weekend

'Picnic in the Park' returns to Carolyn Crayton Park on Saturday, July 9.
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – ‘Picnic in the Park’ returns to Carolyn Crayton Park on Saturday, July 9. The event, held for the first time on May 14, returns this weekend with a larger lineup of food trucks and longer hours. Kalyn Collins with Macon-Bibb Parks and Recreation says the festival is a good way for the community to come together….

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Featured, Local News, Washington County, WMGT

Washington County park to remain closed another 60 days

A Washington County park will stay closed following a deadly shooting during Memorial Day weekend.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Larry Mitchell Ball Park ClosurePark ClosureSANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Washington County park that was recently the scene of a deadly shooting will stay closed. A judge ordered a 60-day extension this week for the closure of ‘Larry Mitchell Ball Park.’ This follows the first 30-day closure notice issued early June. Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran says a court date…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

First United Methodist Church in Milledgeville bringing youth together to give back

140 local youth members are giving back to the community by volunteering their time this summer.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

River of Life MissionRiver of Life MissionMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 24-year-old tradition continues in Milledgeville. First United Methodist Church is hosting its annual mission known as ‘River of Life,’ during which youth give back to the community. Children as young as 12 are picking up a hammer and getting to work to give back to disabled residents. Lily Mullis,…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

BCSO: Drivers, passengers in stable condition after downtown crash involving MTA bus

Several people were hospitalized after a crash Thursday involving a Macon-Bibb Transit Authority bus.
Cameron Branscomb,

MTA bus collides with vehicleUPDATE (7:15 p.m.) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash involving a midsized Macon-Bibb Transit Authority bus and a Subaru sports utility vehicle. It happened just before 6 p.m. Thursday in downtown Macon. Witnesses told deputies the Subaru was making a left turn from Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. onto Cherry Street and…
Tech Report, Technology

Tech Report: Many people find work after being laid off, Apple sets to release “Lockdown Mode”

Tyvonte' Maxwell,

Laid off workers find jobs in other companies, despite a tough market. Apple sets to deliver new feature, that gives users a new layer of protection. GameStop states that it will have a four-for-one stock split after the market closes on July 21st. Morgan Staley upgrades online dating companies, in spite of  economic hardships. Categories: Tech Report, Technology Tags: apple,…

Middle Georgia Community Food Bank Expands
Bibb County, Local News

Middle Georgia Community Food Bank expands

Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  The Middle Georgia Community Food Bank is expanding its Macon facility to better serve those in need of food. The expansion is thanks to more than two million dollars in American Rescue Plan funds and state grants. The project calls for adding room for a lobby and administrative space. Renovations on the current building will better…

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Local News, Weather

Dangerous heat continues for Middle Georgia

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Heat indices will push close to 110° in many Middle Georgia locations later today. Today It’s going to be another hot one for us Middle Georgian’s today as highs reach their peak for the week. We will see highs just shy of the triple digit mark in our hottest spots today, and the coolest spots are…

Morning Business Report
Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: TSA officers stopped over 3,000 firearms during first half of 2022

Edward Smart,

Shipping companies are still talking in an attempt to prevent a strike that could lead to more supply chain disruptions. TSA officers have stopped over 3,000 firearms from passing through security checkpoints within the first six months of 2022. On average, agents have stopped 17 firearms at checkpoints each day. Target, Walmart, Best Buy, and others are planning their own…