PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Perry residents will soon see an increase on their utility bill starting July 1. The average increase will be about 1.5%. The fire protection fee will increase from $22 to $23. The storm water fee will increase from $5 to $5.50 per Equivalent Residential Unit. Natural gas will increase from $4.70 to $5. Perry’s Finance Director,…
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is taking an extra measure to keep students safe. It recently partnered with county leaders to purchase cameras from Altumint. Major Brade Wolfe, who oversees patrol operations for the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, says the cameras will give deputies an extra set of eyes. Resident Mildred Fleming says she witnesses hundred of…
The Hawks are making moves, and have acquired Spurs Guard Dejounte Murray. Bill Shanks discusses how Murray’s defensive prowess will pair with Trae Young’s lightning offense. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Hawks, Dejounte Murray, NBA, San Antonio Spurs
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With the 4th of July just days away, it’s important to keep safety in mind as you celebrate. Dr. Sanam Patel, an emergency room doctor at Piedmont Macon, says they see a lot of hand injuries and burns this time of year. Patel recommends keeping a hose or a bucket of water nearby as you use…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – More heat and humidity will be coming to the Peach State ahead of Independence Day. This Evening Mostly cloudy skies will continue to hang around the Middle Georgia region during the evening hours. More clouds will fill in as storms develop through the evening hours. Storms will for the most part be small, however they will…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin has a volunteer organization called Harriet’s Closet. The group is made up of about 15 volunteers who aid cancer patients and cancer survivors, one of these volunteers is Meldra Panchelli and she is about to turn 100-years-old. Panchelli has been volunteering around Milledgeville since 1974 long before Harriet’s Closet was founded and shows…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – More scattered storms will populate the skies of Middle Georgia this evening. This Evening The storm activity began a bit earlier for us in Middle Georgia today. In fact, Macon, Warner Robins, and several others along the I-16 corridor saw rain early to begin our Wednesday. The southern counties began to see thunderstorms fire up as…
Stacy Abrams with residents of McIntyreMCINTYRE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-As part of her campaign tour, Democratic Candidate for Governor Stacey Abrams, visited Wilkinson County. She spoke to community members about her goals if elected Governor. Abrams talked about her platform to expand Medicaid for all Georgians, and the economic growth it will bring to rural areas. She also addressed the overturning of…
The Forsyth Fire outside Forsyth City HallFORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The city of Forsyth unveiled a new public art installation outside its City Hall. The art installation was a part of the Georgia Installation Community Grant. The 1,500 pound sculpture features a circle of clasped hands to represent unity. “It’s a local project through and through and it addresses our community…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you’re looking to become a notary or wish to renew your status, there are a few changes to the application process in Bibb County. As of June 1, notaries in Bibb County need to take and pass the notary exam. Superior Court Clerk Erica L. Woodford says she’s seen an uptick in notary issues including…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins native Kelsey Hollis took home the Miss Georgia title this year. However, she was not the only one representing the International City at the annual pageant and scholarship competition. In all, seven title holders from Warner Robins competed in Miss Georgia and Miss Georgia Outstanding Teen. 41NBC spoke with Miss Macon’s Outstanding Teen…
Freddie Freeman firing his agents raises new questions about the nature of his deal with the Dodgers. Bill Shanks discusses if this means Freddie really wants to be in LA, and what he can do about it. Categories: Sports
Photo Credit to Macon-BibbMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A new round of volunteers are now training to help foster kids in Middle Georgia. According to Macon-Bibb, the Central Georgia Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) just began training with more future volunteers. These volunteers will eventually work with the court system, DFCS, and other agencies in order to support children in foster…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office made 2 arrests in connection to drugs Tuesday evening. According to a release from MCSO, officers received a tip in reference to drug sales at America’s Best Value Inn in Forsyth. Investigators found that there were 2 people from out of state involved– Jonathan Daniel Lopez of Miami, Florida, and Amy…
(41NBC/WMGT) — Ray-Ban is showing off its first generation of smart glasses. This wearable tech does more than just protect your eyes from the sun. You can capture, share, and listen with them. Ray-Ban Stories come in three different styles of smart eyeglasses and sunglasses – the Wayfarer, Meteor, and Round. They each have a different look, but the same high…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Robins Air Force Base has a new commander. Brigadier General Jon A. Eberlan is taking over as Commander of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex, a position previously held by Brigadier General Jennifer Hammerstedt. Eberlan enters the position after having over twenty years of Air Force experience under his belt and will be overseeing a work…
Omicron continues to evolve into a more contagious subvariant. The CDC recommends people who have confirmed or presumed Monkeypox exposure to get vaccinated. Bed, Bath and Beyond is reportedly turning down air-conditioning in its stores to cut costs, according to Bank of America analysts. A lawsuit says Procter & Gamble is duping consumers with higher doses of melatonin than it…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Western Little League team is one of three teams to represent Macon in the Georgia District 5 Little League Tournament and resides in the western part of Macon but includes athletes from all around Middle Georgia. “We host the Lizella area, Peach County, we got a little bit of Crawford County too, and we have…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —Two women were arrested in Monroe County on Monday, after a tip leads deputies to a hotel room. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says investigators received a tip that Amy Chason and Gabrielle Murphy, had active warrants and drug inside a hotel room they were staying in. Investigators then got a search warrant for the hotel room…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick is addressing three recent homicides that happened within 48 hours. Patrick said in a news conference Tuesday that the senseless killings must stop. She’s asking the community to join her in helping make Warner Robins the peaceful city she knows it can be. “Not in my city,” she said. “Crime:…
20 local businesses are participating in Macon Pride’s Dine Out, Shop Out this year.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The second annual Macon Pride Dine Out, Shop Out event was held on Tuesday, June 28. 20 local businesses are supporting the cause this year by donating 10% of their sales to Macon Pride. “Oftentimes in Pride Month, we have a lot of…
Keep Dublin-Laurens Beautiful celebrates 40 yearsKeep Dublin-Laurens BeautifulDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Keep Dublin-Laurens Beautiful is celebrating 40 years of beautification projects. The organization held a luncheon Tuesday to honor several groups that have played a part in the effort. Carolyn Crayton, the founder of Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful, was the keynote speaker. She was also involved in Keep Dublin-Laurens Beautiful’s inception….
Middle Georgia Mothers protest Southern Pines Water Park after Breastfeeding incidentBreastfeeding ProtestDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Several middle Georgia mothers are expressing concerns over their right to breastfeed in public. The mothers hosted a ‘Nurse-In’ protest in front of Southern Pines Water Park after an incident that happened on June 20. Macy Price says it was her first time taking her…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A former Mercer University School of Law Dean is explaining what people may see in the future following the Supreme Court’s recent overturning of Roe v. Wade. The decision put the legality of abortion back in states’ hands. Gary Simson says the decision has opened the door to other privacy rights laws being examined. “Interracial marriage…