Friendly Gus robbed at gunpoint

Two men with guns came into the Friendly Gus located at 4845 Ocmulgee East Boulevard. After getting money from the clerk the men fled in a silver Nissan Versa. One of the men is described as wearing a black jogging suit with a hoodie, black paints with white stripes, black face mask, and black and white sneakers. The second is…

Pansy Avenue shooting claims the life of 47year old

47-year-old Kena Jermaine Marshall was wounded by gun fire he was transported to Atrium Health Navicent by ambulance where he later died of his injuries. No one else was reported injured during the incident. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Bibb Sheriff’s Office at (478) 751-7500 or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME. Categories:…

Macon-Bibb Board of Elections going through transition

Elections supervisor says she resigned due to stressful nature of the job.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Jeanetta Watson officially moved on from her job as Macon-Bibb County’s Election Supervisor. Her resignation letter says the overwhelming stress of the job took a toll on her mental health. Darius Maynard, Chairman for the Bibb Board of Elections, says Watson felt it was time to move on to new opportunities. “We certainly thank her for her…

Bibb Board of Education approves greenhouse for Heard Elementary

Bibb Board approves Greenhouse at Head Elementary SchoolGreenhouseMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Heard Elementary will soon be home to a greenhouse. Bibb County school board members approved the construction Thursday night. The addition will continue to let students get a head start learning about the agriculture industry. Jennifer Wilson is the agriculture teacher at the elementary school and says the student feedback on…

Organizations need help as temperatures drop

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Parts of Middle Georgia are under a wither weather advisory beginning Friday night. As temperatures drop, several places are working to keep people out of the cold. Friday marks one month into winter, and with winter comes freezing temperatures. In Macon, the Brookdale Warming Center is opening its doors for people to stay the night and out…

Winter weather likely in parts of Middle Georgia Friday night

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Freezing rain and snow are likely in a handful of Middle Georgia counties tonight. Tonight For those who want winter weather, or in particular, snow, some of you maybe in luck. The northeastern counties in Middle Georgia are most likely to see winter weather tonight with the northernmost most likely to see snow. The majority of…

Tech Report: Majority of Americans likely to purchase crypto this year

A senate bill is headed for senate vote that would prevent tech companies from favoring their own services. Peloton’s warehouse and delivery centers have had their hours cut to 20 per week due to lower demand for exercise equipment. According to a survey from Voyager Digital, 61% of Americans say they are likely to purchase crypto this year. This maintains…

Warner Robins attempted traffic stop turns fatal early Friday

UPDATE: The GSP has released new information concerning the wreck. According to the GSP, the vehicle involved in this incident was a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which struck a utility pole with its right side and overturned before coming to a rest. The driver of the Jeep Cherokee has been identified as 48 year-old Fredrick Faulkner of Warner Robins, and…

Ask Angi: Relationship Renovations

Making decisions with your significant other can be challenging, especially when it comes to the home. Sometimes couples can’t decide on what they want in a particular room, how they want the yard to look or even what color the walls should be. All of this can lead to frustration and anger when that shouldn’t be the case! Renovating the…

Rant and Rave: January 20th – Basketball Woes

The Braves and the Dawgs football team were the heroes of 2021, now can our Georgia basketball teams step up?

The Braves and the Dawgs football team were the heroes of 2021, now can our Georgia basketball teams step up? The Hawks just lost Cam Reddish, and UGA is struggling under their head coach. Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent discuss what the next steps are for these teams and more, this week. Categories: Sports

Houston County parents have mixed reactions on proposed school zone changes

While some parents are concerned about the changes, others are excited.

Houston County School leaders host a meeting to discuss potential school zone changes. (Photo: Ariel Schiller/41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Houston County School leaders hosted a meeting Thursday to talk about the proposed school zone changes for several schools in the district. While some parents are concerned about the changes, others are excited. Parent Marcus Lester, who is also the…

Bibb School Board elects 2022 officers

Dr. Thelma Dillard will serve as board president.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School Board elected its 2022 calendar year officers at its meeting Thursday night. Dr. Thelma Dillard will serve as president, Dr. Lisa Garrett will serve as vice president and Kristin Hanlon will serve as treasurer. The outgoing 2021 officers are President Daryl Morton, Dr. Dillard as vice president and Dr. Sundra Woodford as…

Casting call happening in Macon Friday for upcoming feature film

A casting call for the film "Cave Dweller" is happening at Taste and See Coffee Shop and Gallery in downtown Macon Friday, January 21.

A casting call for the film “Cave Dweller” is happening at Taste and See Coffee Shop and Gallery in downtown Macon Friday, January 21. You can arrive any time between 3 and 7 p.m. They’re seeking everyone 8 and up to portray themselves, townspeople, real EMTs, real police officers and trick-or-treaters. The film will be filmed in the Savannah area…

Winter weather remains a possibility in a few Middle Georgia counties late Friday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Parts of Middle Georgia could see freezing rain tomorrow night. Tonight Cloudy skies will remain over the region throughout the night, though a couple of clear spots could develop during the overnight hours. Temperatures will fall into the upper 30s and lower 40s heading into Friday morning as the wind shifts from the northwest to the…

Dublin VA Hospital adding women’s health care and primary care building

The Carl Vinson VA Hospital is adding a women's health care and primary care building.

Proposed rendering of future buildingDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Carl Vinson VA Hospital is adding a women’s health care and primary care building. The building will be almost 30,000 sq. feet and will include new and enhanced space for the existing primary care clinic. The building is estimated to cost between $16 million and $17 million. The Head of Engineering…

Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative hires new director of advocacy to push National Park status

The Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative is naming a new Director Of Advocacy.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Preserve Initiative is naming a new Director Of Advocacy. Tracie Revis is a member of the Muscogee Creek Nation and former Chief of Staff.  She also served as Tribal Administrator, acting Housing Secretary, and is a former congressional staffer.  Revis said some of her goals were to help preserve…

Baldwin County ‘unequipped’ to handle winter weather

County officials are asking residents to stay home over the weekend to avoid driving on icy roads.

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The threat of winter weather has Baldwin community leaders being brutally honest about the potential impact of brutally cold weather. The county is getting prepared in case of ice, but County Manager Carlos Tobar says they can only do so much with what they have. “We’re about as prepared as Miami, Florida would be for winter…

Bibb County Schools Wellness Program holds first public meeting

The district's goal was to get feedback from local educators about the county's wellness implementations.

Bibb Schools Wellness Program holds first public meetingWellness ProgramMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County School District’s Wellness Council held its first public meeting Thursday. The district’s hope was to get feedback from local educators about the county’s wellness implementations. The virtual meeting covered ways to enhance students’ wellness. One of those ideas was teaching students where their food comes…

State government officials react to Voting Rights Bill not passing

Senator Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock have been leading the national conversation on enhancing voting rights both in Georgia and across the country.

Government officials react to voting bill not passingVoting rights billOne of the major pieces of legislation they were hoping to advance failed to move forward Wednesday. The senate blocked the Voting Rights Bill by a 52-48 vote, and several local leaders were discouraged. Georgia State Senator David Lucas of Macon says the outcome was not what he expected, but that…

Morning Business Report: Starbucks suspends plan for mandatory vaccinations

Starbucks has suspended its plan to require baristas to get vaccinated or receive weekly testing. This follows the supreme court ruling stating that large private employers did not have to enforce vaccination or testing. Due to the pandemic, people working from home are trying to secure more favorable financial terms. Occupancy fraud is up 13 percent from last year as…