MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Friday U.S. lawmakers passed a bill on federal gun restrictions. It ended a decades long grid lock on the matter. This follows the bill the Senate passed Thursday night. The legislation would enhance background checks for 18 to 21 year old buyers, restrict gun access for domestic violence offenders, and fund school safety and mental health programs….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Bacon hosted the Florence Flamingos with special fans in attendance: the dogs. The Bacon got things rolling early as in the bottom of the first, Bryce Matthews scored a run on an RBI single, and Davis Heller followed with a two-run home run to take an early 3-0 lead. The Flamingos would tack on…
(41NBC/WMGT) — If you have a July 4th party coming up, you’re going to want to bring a dish. Try this fun holiday themed 4th of July dessert, especially because it’s super easy and you probably already have the ingredients in your house. So what you’re going to need for this are some strawberries, toothpick, some sugar sprinkles, make sure…
MACON, Ga (41NBC/WMGT)- Nearly 50 years of guaranteed abortion protection have now been rolled back. Friday morning the United States Supreme Court officially overturned Roe V. Wade The Kolbe Center is a local organization that helps mothers meet their needs. Director of the pro-life organization says she looks to help moms in anyway she can. “Our goal, my goal is…
PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Perry Fire and Emergency Services Department now has a new medical license. It gives the department the ability to ensure effective medical care. Prior to receiving the first responders license, the department was providing medical care through a partnership with Houston Healthcare. Now when the department is called to an incident, they can expediate emergency medical needs….
MACON, Ga (41NBC/WMGT)- For the first time in 2 years Lake Tobesofkee is holding its Sparks at the Park Fourth of July celebration. This is the 26th year for the celebration. The park gates will open at 9 a.m. on the 4th and will close at 8 p.m.. The fireworks will then begin at 9:15 p.m., and will last about…
Peach County MegasitePeach CountyFORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Middle Georgia officially has its first Megasite. The more than 1,000-acre property is located right off Highway 96, near I-75, in Peach County. B.J. Walker, the Executive Director of the Development Authority of Peach County, says the goal is to attract large manufacturing projects. “Projects that you’ve seen announced throughout the state in…
(41NBC/WMGT) — From color schemes to closet storage, there’s a lot that goes into designing the perfect nursery. Rachel Zepernick, interior home expert at Angi, is here to walk us through her favorite gender-neutral nursery projects. “Painting the nursery is a great way to start to personalize the space for the baby,” said Zepernick “You can choose neutral tones, or…
Macon-Bibb’s new Fire engineMACON-BIBB COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Several cars were broken into this morning while parked at a local fire station. The Bibb County Sheriffs Office confirmed that around 3am this Friday morning the crew at Fire Station 1 across from the Coliseum was out on a call. While the station was unattended there were several cars broken into…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Law makers in Congress are working together to make insulin more affordable. One of the law makers is Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock. He proposed the Affordable Insulin Now Act in February. It would cap costs for insulin at $35 a month. His bill is now included in a bipartisan bill with Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Susan Collins,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It’s officially summer, and temperatures are reaching the 100 degree mark. With it being that hot outside, a parked car’s inside temperature can soar. Dr. Gary Godlewski, Emergency Room Attending at Piedmont Macon North, says that’s why you should never leave a child or a pet behind in a parked car. “Even on a 80 degree day…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Ryan Aquino was officially introduced as Georgia College’s men’s basketball program’s eighth head coach of all time and the first alumnus to hold the position. Aquino spent eight seasons as an assistant coach and the head recruiting coordinator. He has been accustomed to Milledgeville and Georgia College for a while as he earned his bachelor’s and master’s…
A weak front is pushing through Middle Georgia this evening, bringing scattered showers back to the forecast. Behind the front we will see highs in the mid 90s and easterly winds. The easterly winds will be pushing in more moisture, and in turn increasing our humidity. Not only will we increase our humidity, but we will also increase our rain…
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Department of Transportation is promoting safe driving with their slogan ‘Arrive Alive’. Distracted driving, DUI’s, and reckless driving all factors that can lead to car accidents according to GDOT. Corporal Josh Augusta with Georgia State Patrol in Dublin, says you should prepare multiple days before a long drive properly prepare, including bringing water and getting…
Salvation Army of Macon seeing hundred show up to cooling centercooling centerMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The heat is impacting everyone throughout Middle Georiga. As a result, the Salvation Army says hundreds of people are taking advantage of its cooling center. The center opened nearly two weeks ago for anyone needing to get out of the heat. Charles Pope, Housing Manager with the…
Dublin VA Medical Center hosting Walk-in covid-19 vaccine clinic.DUBLIN, Ga (41NBC/WMGT)- The Dublin VA Hospital is offering tips on how to celebrate Independence Day with veterans who may deal with PTSD. Clyde Anderson is a supervisor of Psychologist at the Dublin VA. He says PTSD is often triggered by loud noises that can set off a veteran’s fight or flight…
Rutland High School offering new career pathRutland High SchoolMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Rutland High School is preparing students for a future career computer science. The national program known as ‘Computer Science for All, or CSforAll, partners with underprivileged schools to implement computer science. Jaylah Gary is one student who will benefit in the new career pathway offered. “I’m most excited about learning…
After the bad breakup with the Braves, Freddie Freeman returns to Atlanta to accept his ring wearing the Dodgers blue. Bill Shanks feels some type of way about that, and how the deal went down. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, Freddie Freeman, Los Angeles Dodgers, MLB
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A wreck involving 2 tractor trailers on I-16 has left a man with severe injuries and several lanes of the road closed a day later for authorities to clean up. According to a notice from the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office, starting at 8 p.m. Thursday there will only be one lane open beginning at mile marker…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 26th Annual Sparks Over the Park Independence Day Celebration makes a return to Lake Tobesofkee. The event will take place on Monday, July 4, 2022. “We’re expecting several thousand people on the lake and beaches throughout the holiday,” says Lake Tobesofkee Director Donald Bracewell. “It’s going to be a great day for our community to…
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Record number of Americans are expected to travel this upcoming July 4th holiday weekend. Drivers should be prepared for increased traffic as 42 million people take to the road. U.S. median home prices break $400 thousand dollars for the first time ever. The FDA will order Juul e-cigarettes off the U.S. market according to the Wall Street Journal. They say…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Bacon finally defeated their rivals, the Savannah Bananas, in their last matchup. However, tonight, a ninth-inning collapse from the Bacon bullpen once again put the Bananas over the Bacon. The Bananas quickly scored their first run of the game in the top of the first inning; however, in the bottom of the fourth, Bryce…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— A Byron dog rescue traveled to Macon to sing karaoke Wednesday night, and raise money for their cause. Critical Care for Animal Angels says it’s at capacity with the amount of dogs they can take in, which is similar to many other rescues across Middle Georgia. CCAA hosted a fundraiser with Macon’s Dueling Piano Bar to help…