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Bibb County Schools hosts retired teacher hiring fair

A shortage of math, science and special education teachers pushed the Bibb County School District to host a retiree job fair Wednesday.

July 13, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A shortage of math, science and special education teachers pushed the Bibb County School District to host a retiree job fair Wednesday. Retired teachers got a chance to interview and apply to teaching jobs at the school district’s central office. According to Katrina Swindle with the Bibb County School District, House Bill 385 allows retired teachers…

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office: 2 arrested after Wednesday chase, crash on I-75

Two men are in custody following a law enforcement chase that started in Monroe County Wednesday and ended after a crash in Butts County.

July 13, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

Humphrey-Shaw and Smith (Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men are in custody following a law enforcement chase that started in Monroe County Wednesday and ended after a crash in Butts County. A Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release says that around 2:30 p.m., a Monroe County deputy observed a vehicle commit multiple traffic violations on Interstate 75…

UPDATE: Highway 247 reopens following Tuesday train derailment

The Houston County Emergency Management Agency says Highway 247 is back open following a train derailment Tuesday.

July 13, 2022

Haley Janes,

Photo: 41NBC/ Cameron BranscombUPDATE (7/13): According to Houston County EMA Director Christopher Stoner, the carts that overturned were carrying Molten Sulphur. None of the items were in a state to release harsh chemicals. Stoner says the train derailment isn’t uncommon. ” We’ve got mask notifications systems similar to how the amber alerts come on your cell phones that we can…

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Swainsboro man arrested in connection to 2021 fatal shootings that left 2 teens dead

July 13, 2022

Haley Janes,

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office reports that a second man has been arrested and charged in connection to the 2021 shootings that left two 18-year-olds dead. JCSO says 27-year-old Dakota Wayne Scott of Swainsboro was arrested on Wednesday, and is now being charged with 2 counts of felony murder and one count of felony tampering with…

Robins Air Force Base welcomes new drone maintenance bay

July 13, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Air Force is known for its massive fleet of aircraft that travel all over the globe, one of these planes however is not flown by people in the traditional sense. The plane in question is a drone known as the MQ-9 Reaper and Robins Air Force Base is about to get some hands on experience…

Tech Report: Apple tests new self-driving cars in Montana

July 13, 2022

Edward Smart,

Apple’s self-driving cars had trouble navigating streets, frequently bumped into curbs and veered out of lanes in the middle of intersections during test drives. During the test in Montana, the Apple self driving car performed well but navigating city streets near the company’s California headquarters was a struggle. Twitter shares lose 11 percent after Elon Musk deal disbanded. Amazon said…

UPDATE: Man shot at Pio Nono Avenue car wash in June pronounced dead

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 59-year-old Freddie Crowell died at 9:58 a.m. Wednesday at Atrium Health Navicent. An autopsy is being scheduled.

July 13, 2022

Haley Janes,

UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says 59-year-old Freddie Crowell died at 9:58 a.m. Wednesday at Atrium Health Navicent. An autopsy is being scheduled. This shooting is still under investigation. Anyone with information is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at (478) 751-7500 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Tuesday night, an aggravated assault…

Morning Business Report: Twitter suing Elon Musk over takeover bid

July 13, 2022

Edward Smart,

President Biden heads to the middle east visiting Israel and Saudi Arabia to try and drive down gas prices by repairing relations. The Euro and the U.S. dollar are at a parity for the first time in 20 years. This makes it cheaper for Americans to travel to Europe. BMW plans to charge a monthly access fee for vehicle features…

Coach's Corner 2022: Kevin Smith Of The Perry Panthers

Coach’s Corner 2022: Craig Puckett of the Crawford County Eagles

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Craig Puckett of the Crawford County Eagles.

July 12, 2022

David Tufts,

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Craig Puckett of the Crawford County Eagles. Coach Puckett is ready to turn Crawford County into a winning team. Hear about his plans for the new season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Coach’s Corner, craig puckett, Crawford County, high school football

Macon-Bibb Commissioners address Lake Tobesofkee safety following recent drownings

Macon-Bibb County Commissioners addressed safety at Lake Tobesofkee Tuesday following two recent drownings.

July 12, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Lake Tobesofkee is a place many Maconites go to have a good time during the summer months. Unfortunately, it’s also where drownings occur. Two happened at the lake within the last month. Macon-Bibb County Commissioners addressed the issue during its Committee of the Whole on Tuesday. “Our director of Tobesofkee asked us to draft up something…

‘French Fry Fight’ happening in downtown Macon Wednesday

As part of National French Fry Day, NewTown Macon is hosting the first French Fry Fight Wednesday.

July 12, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

Macon Beer Company’s Cluckin Chicken French friesMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As part of National French Fry Day, NewTown Macon is hosting the first French Fry Fight Wednesday. Fourteen restaurants are entering their best french fry dish in a friendly competition. The Director of Place for NewTown Macon, Emily Hopkins, says the event will give the community a chance to explore…

North Central Health District hosts virtual health assessment

The NCHD is holding virtual meetings for the next two weeks showcasing the state of its 13 counties.

July 12, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

North Central Health hosts virtual health assessment Virtual Health AssessmentMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The North Central Health has collected data on several factors that contribute to the health of its population. The NCHD is holding virtual meetings for the next two weeks showcasing the state of its 13 counties. Some of the topics of discussion are chronic diseases, infectious diseases, maternal…

Perry United Methodist Church building mobile clinic to send to Africa

Perry United Methodist Church is giving back to people in Africa by building a mobile health clinic.

July 12, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Perry United Methodist Church constructing a mobile clinic that will be sent to AfricaMobile Health ClinicPERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Perry United Methodist Church is giving back to people in Africa. Church members are turning a shipping crate into a mobile health clinic that will help provide health benefits to hundreds of women. This is the first time the church is…

Macon Pride hosting ‘Chosen Family Feud’ Wednesday

Macon Pride is putting a spin on a game show to help raise awareness for the LGBTQ+ community.

July 12, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon Pride is putting a spin on a game show to help raise awareness for the LGBTQ+ community. Chosen Family Feud will feature local LGBT celebrities and allies playing a version of the Family Feud game. Topics will highlight issues like homelessness, transgender and women’s rights and the HIV and AIDS epidemic. Macon Pride board member,…

Cloudy skies to obscure Full Thunder Moon tonight

July 12, 2022

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cloudy skies will continue to dominate Middle Georgia, limiting our view of tonight’s full moon. This Evening Cloudy conditions will persist for the remainder of the daylight hours. Winds will generally come from the south-southwest at 5 mph the rest of the evening and into tonight. As for our rain chances, those are considerably lower now…

Hooked on Science: Straw Instrument

July 12, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Science Guy Jason Lindsey shows us this week how to use a straw to make different sounds! So take a straw and flatten one end, make it as flat as possible. Next cut a triangle in the straw and presto! Ready to go flute! If you want it to sound super high pitched you’ll want to shorten it…

TECH BYTE: Amazon Prime day

July 12, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) —Amazon Prime Days may not be until July 12 through 13, but Prime members can already take advantage of some pretty good deals. If you love listening to music while you’re getting ready in the morning, you might want to check out Homewerks LED bathroom mirror with Bluetooth speakers. It gives plenty of light for shaving or applying makeup….

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UPDATE: Man arrested out of North Carolina for Cru Lounge homicide

July 12, 2022

41NBC Web Producer,

UPDATE (07/12): Another man has been arrested in connection to the Cru Lounge homicide. According to the Warner Robins Police Department, U.S. Marshals in North Carolina arrested 20-year-old Reggie Roberts Jr. of Warner Robins on a warrant for felony murder in connection to the Cru Lounge homicide that took place on June 28th. Roberts was found by Marshals in Hickory,…

Coach’s Corner 2022: Joe Dupree of the Southwest Patriots

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Joe Dupree of the Southwest Patriots.

July 11, 2022

David Tufts,

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Joe Dupree of the Southwest Patriots. Hear how coach Dupree feels about coaching his son, and leading the Patriots to a new region. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Coach’s Corner, high school football, joe dupree, southwest patriots

Macon motorcyclist dies in Monroe County crash

A 25-year-old Macon man is dead after the motorcycle he was operating collided with an SUV Monday night.

July 11, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 25-year-old Macon man is dead after the motorcycle he was operating collided with an SUV Monday night. It happened just after 8:30 in the 10000 block of Zebulon Road, according to a Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release. The release says the motorcycle, driven by Brandon Kyle Cox, was traveling west on Zebulon Road when…

Centerville Fire Department sharing fire emergency tips for families

The Centerville Fire Department wants to make sure your children are prepared for a fire emergency.

July 11, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Centerville Fire Department reminding parents to teach students about fire safetyCenterville Fire DepartmentCENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Centerville Fire Department wants to make sure your children are prepared for a fire emergency. The department is sharing important tips with families, including teaching your child what a smoke alarm sounds like and having and practicing an escape plan. Sgt. Daniel Myers…

Macon-Bibb’s fight against blight reaches 200 demolitions

Macon-Bibb County is celebrating the demolition of its 200th blighted structure.

July 11, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

The 200th blight demolition in the Fort Hill NeighborhoodMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County is celebrating the demolition of its 200th blighted structure. The most recent demolition happened in the Fort Hill neighborhood. The fight against blight began in April of 2021. Mayor Lester Miller said these demolitions are more than just tearing down buildings. “Without strong neighborhoods, we don’t…

Georgia Democrats concerned for women’s rights following Roe v. Wade overturn

Georgia Democrats say they're concerned about women's rights following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

July 11, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia Democrats say they’re concerned about women’s rights following the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Abortion remains legal in Georgia, but some lawmakers say the ruling makes it illegal for women to decide on their own health situations. That was the message at a news conference Monday morning in downtown Macon. Democrats spoke…

WRPD and others arrest 10 in “Operation Swing Blade” Monday

July 11, 2022

Haley Janes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Police Department along with several other local agencies like the Houston County Sheriff’s Office, U.S. Marshalls, and more, combined for a joint initiative called “Operation Swing Blade” early this morning to target violent crime offenders, parole violators, confirmed gang members, seize weapons and drugs, as well as collect tangible evidence for outstanding…

A shortage of math, science and special education teachers pushed the Bibb County School District to host a retiree job fair Wednesday.

Two men are in custody following a law enforcement chase that started in Monroe County Wednesday and ended after a crash in Butts County.

The Houston County Emergency Management Agency says Highway 247 is back open following a train derailment Tuesday.

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 59-year-old Freddie Crowell died at 9:58 a.m. Wednesday at Atrium Health Navicent. An autopsy is being scheduled.

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Craig Puckett of the Crawford County Eagles.

Macon-Bibb County Commissioners addressed safety at Lake Tobesofkee Tuesday following two recent drownings.

As part of National French Fry Day, NewTown Macon is hosting the first French Fry Fight Wednesday.

The NCHD is holding virtual meetings for the next two weeks showcasing the state of its 13 counties.

Perry United Methodist Church is giving back to people in Africa by building a mobile health clinic.

Macon Pride is putting a spin on a game show to help raise awareness for the LGBTQ+ community.

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Joe Dupree of the Southwest Patriots.

A 25-year-old Macon man is dead after the motorcycle he was operating collided with an SUV Monday night.

The Centerville Fire Department wants to make sure your children are prepared for a fire emergency.

Macon-Bibb County is celebrating the demolition of its 200th blighted structure.

Georgia Democrats say they're concerned about women's rights following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

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