(41NBC/WMGT) — Sometimes you have to learn first-hand that some home projects are best when left to professionals. Rachel Zepernick, interior home expert at Angi, is here to walk us through how to spot and fix bad DIY projects. “Unsuccessful plumbing repairs are one of the most common DIY mistakes,” said Zepernick “Even minor repairs like pipe leaks can lead…
A union representing nearly 2,500 employees at Boeing defense said they voted on the company’s contract offer, canceling a strike. Union members rejected the previous offer from the company a week ago. Banana Boat recalled hair and scalp sunscreen over low levels of carcinogen. The Food and Drug administration said consumers should immediately stop using the product if it came…
On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Paul Carroll of the Howard Huskies. The Huskies have a lot of potential heading into this season. Coach Carroll explains how they’re going to compete in their new division. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Coach’s Corner, high school football, howard huskies, Paul…
UPDATE (7/29): The Georgia Bureau of Investigation released body cam video Friday night of the incident earlier this month that led to Brianna Grier’s death. Grier died six days after falling out of a moving Hancock County Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicle. Click here to view the 10-minute clip. The release of the footage followed a news release that said the…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fort Valley State University became one of six HBCUs to add men’s volleyball to its sports curriculum last year. For head coach Larry Wrather, season one was about setting the foundation. “My main point I wanted to hit for the first year was just solidifying the culture,” he said. “If you get your culture set…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Transit Authority officially unveiled the addition to its colorful downtown mural Friday. The continuation of the Spirit of Macon mural–this part on the outside of the overpass at Poplar and Fifth Streets—is now complete. MTA says it wanted to give more color to the corner while sharing the city’s musical history. The mural’s artist,…
IRWINTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Most Middle Georgia students will return to school next week, but Wilkinson County students headed back Friday. For some students, this was their first time back in the classroom since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. Wilkinson County Primary School Principal Nicole Stephens says the goal for this year is to get students caught up. “It…
New mural honoring veterans in EastmanVeterans in EastmanEASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The city of Eastman has a new mural dedicated to local veterans. Non-profit organization “Leave it Better” partnered with the American Legion Post 126 to create a mural representing all military branches. It was funded by people in the community, businesses and organizations. It took about two months to…
We have seen some pretty intense heat across Middle Georgia for this last week of July. That heat will be continuing for the area through the weekend, with highs warming into the mid/upper 90s. A cold front pushing in from the north will help to increase rain chances Saturday, especially for our northern counties. Unfortunately, the cold front won’t make…
Eastman man completes 21 benches he will personally deliver to the families in Uvalde TexasBenches for UvaldeEASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — 21 lives were lost in the Uvalde, Texas school shooting nearly two months ago. Since the shooting, Sean Peacock has been making sure the victims are never forgotten by building special butterfly-shaped benches for the families of the victims. Each…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District held a back to school bash at Westside High School Friday. The drive-thru event gave parents a chance to get the newly required clear or mesh back packs, school supplies, school uniforms and health supplies. Curlandra Lightfoot-Smith, the district’s PBIS coordinator, says the school district is committed to helping the community. “We understand…
To compete with TikTok Instagram will be doing a full screen display test in the weeks to come. Teladoc suffered a loss when partnering with Telemedicine, after recording a $3 Billion impairment charge. Apple scrapes by Wall Street expectations with their strong sales of iPhones. Immigrants in the U.S. can now Zolve. It is a Neobank that helps foreigners gain…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As July comes to a close, more Back to School bashes are happening to help prepare families for the school year. The House of Hope Macon presents Back 2 School Bash Sunday July 31st from 12 p.m. noon to 4 p.m. 1900 Woodland Drive in Macon Free backpacks and school supplies will be given away, as…
Apple barely beat Wall Street expectations on the still strong sales of the iPhone. Amazon says customers are unfazed by inflation and the e-commerce giant is whittling down warehouse costs. Some UPS workers are rallying to end what they say are unsafe working conditions amid sweltering summer temperatures. Workers have previously claimed there is poor ventilation in UPS facilities. Bad…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— One man is dead and another injured after a shooting this morning just after midnight in front of the Next Level Kuts , located at 856 PioNono Avenue. Two men were shot in front of the barbershop. The first victim, 38-year-old Jimmy Lee Scott III was killed, his brother 39-year-old Jarel Scott was injured during this incident….
On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Chad Campbell of the Peach County Trojans. Peach County had their worst season since 2013 last year, but coach Campbell knows how to get his team to the playoffs. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, chad campbell, Coach’s Corner, high school football, peach…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in critical condition after being shot in east Macon Thursday night. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says 65-year-old Ernest Wilkes was shot in the Auto Zone parking lot on Shurling Drive around 6:45. According to investigators, Wilkes drove himself home, about seven miles away, and then called 911. The sheriff’s office says circumstances…
The heat is on once again in Middle Georgia for the end of the week and through the weekend. Highs on Friday will warm into the 90s by Friday afternoon, with the heat index pushing into the 100s. By the afternoon hours, scattered showers and storms will start to pop up, but severe weather is not expected. On Saturday a…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Robins Air Force Base and the 21st Century Partnership are working on a STEM outreach program for Middle Georgia K-12 schools. The goal is to get students interested in STEM to work at Robins Air Force Base after completing high school or college. Program leaders say it can be difficult keeping STEM talent local due…
World Hepatitis DayWorld Hepatitis DayMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — July 28 is known as World Hepatitis Day, and The North Central Health District wants to make sure you know the signs and how to stay protected. According to Michael Hokanson, the district’s public information officer, says there’s been an increase in hepatitis cases over the past several years. Hepatitis is a…
Coach Spoon RisperMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Westside High School football coach Sheddrick “Spoon” Risper is celebrating 25 years of coaching. He began coaching at Westside in 1998, serving 11 years as an assistant coach under Robert Davis. He then took over as head coach 2009. To his players, like Carlos Griffin, Coach Spoon is more than just a coach. “Ain’t…
Perdue Elementary collecting protein drinks to donate to the cancer centerProtein DrinksWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Perdue Elementary School started its donation drive to benefit cancer patients on Thursday. The drive, started in 2016, collects protein drinks to go toward the cancer care center across from the school. Since the start of the drive, the school has lost two students…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County School District leaders and law enforcement took part in a back to school safety and security summit Thursday. The meeting focused on reviewing school and district safety plans and the roles each agency plays in an emergency response. Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims says he wants to be in touch with all public safety agencies…
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Dairy Queen locations across Middle Georgia took part in the 13th annual “Miracle Treat Day” on Thursday. If you buy a blizzard at a participating Dairy Queen, one dollar is donated to the Children’s Miracle Network. The Beverly Knight Olsen Children’s hospital in Macon is part of that network. Justin Kelly owns the Dairy Queen in…