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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Salvation Army of Macon cooling center seeing hundreds a day

The center opened nearly two weeks ago for anyone needing to get out of the heat.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

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…

Walk-in covid-19 vaccine clinic.
Featured, Health, Laurens County, Local News, WMGT

Dublin VA offers tips on how to celebrate July 4th with veterans

"You're in that situation repeatedly, and so when you heard something that sounds like a gun shot that meant you needed to prepare yourself."
Cameron Branscomb,

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…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Rutland High School adding computer science course to its career pathways

The national program known as 'Computer Science for All, or CSforAll, partners with underprivileged schools to implement computer science.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

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…

Bs Report: June 23rd Mad At Freddie
Sports

BS Report: June 23rd – Mad at Freddie

After the bad breakup with the Braves, Freddie Freeman returns to Atlanta to accept his ring wearing the Dodgers blue.
David Tufts,

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
Bibb County, Entertainment, Featured, Local News

‘Sparks Over the Park’ returns to Lake Tobesofkee in Macon

The event will take place on Monday, July 4, 2022
Shelby Coates,

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…

Morning Business Report
Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: FDA orders e-cigarettes to be taken off the market

Edward Smart,

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…

A 9th Inning Bullpen Collapse Gives The Savannah Bananas The Victory Over The Macon Bacon
Across Georgia Sports, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

A 9th-inning bullpen collapse gives the Savannah Bananas the victory over the Macon Bacon

The Bacon gave up five runs in the top of the ninth inning.
Shaaz Peerani,

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…
Featured, Local News, WMGT

Critical Care for Animal Angels hosts fundraiser

Critical Care for Animal Angels says it's at capacity with the amount of dogs they can take in.
Ariel Schiller,

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…

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Crime, Featured, Local News, Monroe County, WMGT

Man arrested after running from deputies in Monroe County

According to a Facebook post by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, deputies pulled over Dontavious Hicks on I-75 north just past the Johnstonville Road exit.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)—The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrests a man Wednesday after he ran from deputies. According to a Facebook post by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, deputies pulled over Dontavious Hicks on I-75 north just past the Johnstonville Road exit. During the stop, Hicks ran off. After a brief manhunt, deputies were able to find Hicks and take him into…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Another day of record heat possible Thursday

Cecilia Reeves,

It was a scorching day in Middle Georgia and Macon crushed the old daily high temp record by reaching 105°! We will be staying warm tonight across the area, with lows in the 70s. Tomorrow will bring another day of potentially record breaking heat to the area, with highs back in the 100s. A Heat Advisory has been issued for…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Confederate Monument on Cotton Avenue moved to new location

A Confederate Monument that stood in Cotton Avenue for more than 66 years is now gone.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia—- The relocation process for two Confederate Monuments in Downtown Macon began Wednesday morning on Cotton Avenue. The statue in the plaza of Cotton Avenue has been there since 1956, until construction crews began the three piece relocation project. This has been a two year process of planning and public feedback. Alex Morrison, Executive Director of the Macon-Bibb County…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Dr. Dan Sims sworn in as Bibb County Schools Superintendent

Dr. Sims says his biggest focus is getting to know his team. He won't make changes anytime soon, but says he will when the time is right.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Bibb County School District swears in new SuperintendentSuperintendentMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Dr. Dan Sims is the newest Bibb County Schools Superintendent on Wednesday. His swearing in ceremony was an emotional one. After working in education for more than 20 years, Dr. Sims is excited to take on the role of Superintendent. “I believe in service and to now serve at the highest…

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County, WMGT

Hamlin Hills plants new attraction

The flowers range in height, with the tallest standing at nearly six feet. The flowers also vary in colors including yellow, red, and orange.
Cameron Branscomb,

Lee Hamlin in his 3 acres of Sunflowers FORSYTH, Ga. (41NBC/WMGT)- Hamlin Hills Farm in Monroe County planted 3 acres of sunflowers for the summer. Visible from Interstate 75, the flowers started as an attraction for drivers. “We’ve had people come from all over we have a path through the sunflowers you can walk all the way around like a…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

10 local organizations receive grant from Rotary Club of Downtown Macon

Each organizations wrote a grant explaining how they plan to use the money.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Rotary Club of Downtown Macon awards grants to 10 organizationsRotary Club of Downtown MaconMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Rotary Club of Downtown Macon is giving back to the community. On Wednesday. the club gave 10 local organizations a total of $10,000. The 10 organizations are: Habitat for Humanity Jericho Road community Center Center Hill Baptist Church Greater Little Rock Church Fuller Center…

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Education, Featured, Houston County, Local News

Houston County school bus driver allowed new trial for deadly crash

Charges stem from a January 2018 bus accident in Houston County.
Shelby Coates,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Supreme Court rules a Houston County school bus driver should get a new trial due to juror misconduct. In 2019, a jury found bus driver Shalita Jackson Harris guilty of homicide by vehicle in the first degree and reckless driving. The charges stem from a January 2018 bus accident where six-year-old student Arlana…

Bs Report
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BS Report: June 22nd – Max Fried: Star Pitcher

Is Max Fried the pitcher that can bring the Braves back to the 90's?
David Tufts,

Is Max Fried the pitcher that can bring the Braves back to the 90’s? Bill Shanks wants to talk about why Fried might belong in the conversation with Smoltz, Maddux and Glavine. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, max-fried, MLB

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Dr. Dan Sims shares plans for Bibb County Schools

"I will focus primarily on listening and learning, engaging and collaborating with different individuals throughout the district and the community."
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Becoming the Bibb County Schools Superintendent is something Dr. Dan Sims said he prayed and dreamed for. Now that he prepares to officially take on the role, he hopes to build on ‘Victory in Progress’ by creating paths to success for each student. “I think that individual student focus is something we have to have these days,”…

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Bibb County, Elections, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Gary Bechtel elected over Desmond Brown for MWA Chairman

Bechtel received 8,499 votes to Brown's 3,818.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— There were several runoff races in Middle Georgia and across the state Tuesday, including the race for Macon Water Authority Chairman. Former Macon-Bibb County Commissioner Gary Bechtel, beat opponent former District 2 Macon Water Authority Board Member Desmond Brown for the role. Bechtel received 8,499 votes to Brown’s 3,818. The race went to a runoff following the…

The Sizzle Squad Is The Mastermind Behind The Macon Bacon’s Gameday Entertainment
Featured, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

The Sizzle Squad is the mastermind behind the Macon Bacon’s gameday entertainment

"If you want a pie in the face, just let us know. We'll make that happen."
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — “Our mission here is to create memorable experiences for our fans. And for years down the road, that they will forever remember their Macon Bacon games that they went to,” said Bacon president Brandon Raphael. For the Bacon’s entertainment crew, more famously known as the Sizzle Squad, it’s important to give fans a different experience than…
Crime, Featured, Local News, Wilcox County, WMGT

Wilcox county man charged with Child Molestation

The Wilcox County Sheriff's Office says a report of child molestation was made on June 11, and the victim is under the age of 10-years-old.
Clayton Poulnott,

PITTS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)—A Wilcox County man was arrested Tuesday on child molestation charges. The Wilcox County Sheriff’s Office says a report of child molestation was made on June 11, and the victim is under the age of 10-years-old. After an investigation and multiple interviews, Jon McWhorter was arrested when investigators found evidence of molestation during search warrants at two separate locations….

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Featured, Health, Local News, WMGT

Vaccines not yet available in Middle Georgia for toddlers, small children

The South Central Health District says vaccine distribution is different for the new age group.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

No vaccines available for children 5 and younger in middle Georgiamiddle GeorgiaMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Even though the FDA and CDC have approved the Covid-19 vaccine for children younger than 5-years-old, you won’t find it in Middle Georgia just yet. “Pfizer is actually a three shot vaccine and Moderna is a two shot,” said Melissa Brantley the Public Information Officer for the…