fire prevention
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Warner Robins Fire Department gives home maintenance tips to prevent fires

“You'd be surprised by how many people don't have smoke detectors in the home,” WRFD inspector Artis Powell said.
Ariel Schiller,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The regular maintenance on your home can seem like a pain at times, but according to Artis Powell, an inspector with the Warner Robins Fire Department, taking extra steps can keep your home safe from fires. “You’d be surprised by how many people don’t have smoke detectors in the home,” Powell said. “If you’re a…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

‘A night of Georgia Music’ premieres Monday night

Macon's Historic Grand Opera House took part in the filming of 'A Night of Georgia Music' in March.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Grand Opera House live concert recording premiereGrand Opera HouseMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon’s Historic Grand Opera House took part in the filming of ‘A Night of Georgia Music’ in March. The film is airing on Georgia Public Broadcasting at 7 Monday night and will be released on television networks this fall. The production showcases Georgia’s music industry with three well-known…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

BBB says 4th of July fireworks leads to increase in missing pets, pet scams

As Fourth of July celebrations continue, it's important to keep your pets safe from fireworks.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Fourth of July causes increase in pet scamsPet ScamsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As Fourth of July celebrations continue, it’s important to keep your pets safe from fireworks. According to the Better Business Bureau, there’s an increase in lost pets this time of year due to them running away at the sound of fireworks. The BBB says if you lose your…

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Bibb Superior Court Clerk’s Office says it will file veterans’ DD214 form free of charge

If you're a veteran in Bibb County, the Superior Court Clerk's Office says it can store your military discharge paperwork free of charge.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you’re a veteran in Bibb County, the Superior Court Clerk’s Office says it can store your military discharge paperwork free of charge. Erica L. Woodford, the Superior Court Clerk, says the form is referred to as a DD214. When you file the document with the Clerk’s Office, you’ll always know where it is and be…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb Sheriff’s Office: Juvenile in critical condition following Monday afternoon shooting

It happened around 1 p.m. in the 4200 block of Robinson Circle, according to a Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A juvenile male is in critical condition at the hospital after a shooting Monday afternoon. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says the incident, which happened in the 4200 block of Robinson Circle, was called in to the Macon-Bibb 911 Center around 1 o’clock. Witnesses told deputies a male juvenile was shot during an altercation…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Triple digit heat indices return for July 4th

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A hot and humid pattern is taking over Middle Georgia for the first week of July. Today Over the weekend we saw afternoon sunshine make a return following a cloudy week. We also saw storms during the afternoon and evening scattered around Middle Georgia. That trend is continuing into today and the first full week of…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, Monroe County

2 in custody following chase that ended in crash near Macon urgent care facility

A man and woman are now in custody following a chase Friday that started in I-75 in Monroe County and ended with a crash at Atrium Health Navicent's Urgent Care facility on Riverside Drive in Macon.
Tucker Sargent,

Damon Stuart and Ramona Wall (Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man and woman are now in custody following a chase Friday that started in I-75 in Monroe County and ended with a crash at Atrium Health Navicent’s Urgent Care facility on Riverside Drive in Macon. A Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release says a deputy spotted a…

Dudley Baseball
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Dudley Little League baseball beats Warner Robins American Little League for District 5 title

Dudley beat Warner Robins 13-3 Friday night to capture the District 5 title.
Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Facebook/Dudley Little LeagueDUDLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dudley Little League (10-12) baseball team is heading to the state tournament. Dudley, the District 5 tournament host, advanced to the finals with a 19-0 win over Western and a 4-0 win over Warner Robins American. The boys beat Warner Robins American 13-3 in four innings for the title Friday night. Dudley…

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Houston County, Local News, WMGT

City of Centerville celebrates Independence Day

The City of Centerville held its annual 'Independence Day Celebration' on Friday.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Centerville Independence Day CelebrationIndependence Day CelebrationCENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT ) — The City of Centerville held its annual ‘Independence Day Celebration’ on Friday. Hundreds attended the event at Center Park, which featured live music from the Swingin’ Medallions and a local DJ. Families brought picnic blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the show, while kids cooled off in the splash pad….

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Houston County District Attorney addresses recent violent crimes, says arrests are coming soon

Houston County District Attorney William Kendall is addressing recent violent crimes in Warner Robins.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Houston County DA addresses violent crimesHouston CountyWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Houston County District Attorney William Kendall is addressing recent violent crimes in Warner Robins. According to Kendall, two of the homicides that happened last weekend involved gang activity. It’s an issue he says his office is already working to address. Since January, the DA’s office has put together a…

Mta Spirit Of Macon Mural Expands
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MTA’s Spirit of Macon mural expands to phase 2

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- If you enjoyed downtown Macon’s ‘Spirit of Macon’ mural from Abraham Abebe, you’ll soon be able to enjoy a sequel! The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority says the colorful piece is getting a part two that will extend across the face of the bridge at Fifth and Poplar streets, and Abebe will be back to finish the piece….

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Large donation to fund construction of more than a dozen homes in Macon neighborhoods

Macon Area Habitat for Humanity announced Friday a match donation of $500,000 from the Peyton Anderson Foundation.
Cameron Branscomb,

(File: June 2022) A Habitat for Humanity Home built on an blight lot in the Lynnwood Estates neighborhoodMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Area Habitat for Humanity announced Friday a match donation of $500,000 from the Peyton Anderson Foundation. This matches a $500,000 grant recently approved by Macon-Bibb County through the American Rescue Plan Act. The now combined $1 million will…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Law enforcement officers provide traffic safety tips ahead of busy travel weekend

"If you're going to travel, leave ahead of time," Bibb County Sheriff's Office Maj. Brad Wolfe said. "Leave sooner than you usually do to prepare for that traffic congestion."
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  More people on the roads for the Independence Day travel weekend means an increased risk of danger. “If you’re going to travel, leave ahead of time,” Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Maj. Brad Wolfe said. “Leave sooner than you usually do to prepare for that traffic congestion.” Maj. Wolfe and Cpl. Jason Stone with Georgia State Patrol…

Warner Robins Police safety preps
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Warner Robins prepares for Saturday’s Independence Day Celebration

Following three recent shootings, Warner Robins police are working to ensure safety is a top priority for the event.
Ariel Schiller,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City Of Warner Robins is getting ready for the 39th Annual Independence Day Celebration at McConnell-Talbert Stadium Saturday. Following three recent shootings, Warner Robins police are working to ensure safety is a top priority for the event. One of the major changes for this year’s event will be traffic flow. Police Chief John Wagner…

Independence Day Celebrations In Middle Georgia For 2022
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LIST: Middle Georgia’s 2022 Independence Day celebrations

Here's a look at several public Independence Day celebrations happening this year.
Haley Janes,

  MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here’s a list of what’s going on in Middle Georgia and how you can choose to celebrate Independence Day this year: Centerville’s celebration on Friday night started at 6 p.m. with live music and food trucks until 10 p.m. The celebration concluded with a grand fireworks finale at Center Park Dublin is planning a fireworks…

firework safety
Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb Fire Department offers fireworks safety reminders

The Macon-Bibb Fire Department wants to remind you about fireworks safety measures as we approach the Independence Day weekend.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department wants to remind you about fireworks safety measures as we approach the Independence Day weekend. If you’re buying fireworks, you should read the warning labels before lighting them. You should keep a five gallon bucket of water nearby to put used fireworks in. If a firework fails to light, you should wait…

Mom To Mom: 4th Of July T Shirts
Entertainment, Featured, Mom to Mom

Mom to Mom: 4th of July t-shirts

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) —  Today, on Mom to Mom we have an easy DIY 4th of July project for your kiddos. So basically all you’re going to need for this is a plain white t-shirt that you can get it at craft store or Walmart anywhere. Then you’re going to need some fabric paint, paint brush, a cardboard box. We recommend that…

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Morning Business Report: Gas prices dropping since mid-Jun due to worry about recession

Edward Smart,

Gas prices have been dropping since mid-June according to Triple A. The average is now at $4.86 a gallon. The cost of owning the median-priced home in the second quarter required 31.5% of the average U.S. wage, the highest since 2007. American Airlines offered pilots raises totaling nearly 17% under a new contract. Its proposal includes a 6% raise at…

Warner Robins American Little League Is Into The Finals Of The Georgia District 5 Tournament
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Warner Robins American Little League is into the finals of the Georgia District 5 Tournament

Warner Robins American will face Dudley in the Georgia District 5 Little League Tournament finals.
Shaaz Peerani,

Warner Robins, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins American Little League is one of the better-known programs in Georgia. All-Star Team head coach Derek McElheny believes his athletes don’t understand the importance of their achievements just yet. “All-Stars is about the best in the area. You’re representing Warner Robins American Little League, but you’re also representing a city. You’re representing…

Houston County Missing Man
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Houston County Sheriff’s Office searches for man missing since last year

According to the Sheriff's Office's Facebook page, Dustin Wallace was reported missing by his mother on September 1, 2021.
Clayton Poulnott,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding a man that has been missing for nearly a year. According to the Sheriff’s Office’s Facebook page, Dustin Wallace was reported missing by his mother on September 1, 2021. If you have seen Wallace or have any information, call the Houston County Sheriff’s Office at (478)…

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Crime, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Warner Robins police need help finding a hit-and-run suspect

According to the departments Facebook page, the woman recently hit a road worker on Green Street.
Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Police Department needs your help find a woman they say was involved in a hit-and-run. According to the departments Facebook page, the woman pictured above recently hit a road worker on Green Street. The post says the worker suffered a shoulder and leg injury. If you have any information, call the Warner…

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Man, woman charged with Trafficking Cocaine after traffic stop

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says deputies pulled over James Jackson and April Jordan on I-75 south in Forsyth on Wednesday.
Clayton Poulnott,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Dublin man and woman were arrested in Monroe County after deputies found drugs in their vehicle. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says deputies pulled over James Jackson and April Jordan on I-75 south in Forsyth on Wednesday. After a search of their car, deputies found more than one hundred ounces of cocaine with a street…