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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Big Brothers Big Sisters looks to gain 70 mentors in 70 days

The initiative is starting on the right track.  Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller committed to being a mentor Wednesday.
Cameron Branscomb,

Mayor Lester Miller committing to being a Mentor for Big Brothers Big SistersMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia and Macon-Bibb County leaders want to gain 70 mentors in 70 days. The organization announced the initiative Wednesday morning at Macon City Hall.  It decided on the number 70 in honor of its upcoming 70th…

Bs Report: July 13th The Dawgs Are Still Good
Sports

BS Report: July 13th – The Dawgs are Still Good

Rumors are circulating that this years returning UGA Football team won't be as good as the championship team last season.
David Tufts,

Rumors are circulating that this years returning UGA Football team won’t be as good as the championship team last season. Bill Shanks is here to tell you why that’s not true. Categories: Sports
Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

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.
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 Arrests
Featured, Local News, Monroe County

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.
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…

Derailment
Featured, Houston County, Local News

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.
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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Crime, Featured, Johnson County, Local News

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

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…

Tech Report
Featured, Morning Business Report

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

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…
Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

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.
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…

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

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.
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

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb Commissioners address Lake Tobesofkee safety following recent drownings

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

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

‘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.
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…

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Featured, Local News, WMGT

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.
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…

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Health, Houston County, Local News, Medical, WMGT

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.
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
Bibb County, Business, Entertainment, Featured, Local News, Unpublished, WMGT

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.
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,…

Full Moon
Featured, Local News, Weather

Cloudy skies to obscure Full Thunder Moon tonight

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
Education, Featured, Hooked on Science

Hooked on Science: Straw Instrument

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…
Featured, Gadgets, Tech Byte

TECH BYTE: Amazon Prime day

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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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

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

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
Coach's Corner, Local Sports, Sports

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.
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
Bibb County, Featured, Local News, Monroe County

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.
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…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

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.
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…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb’s fight against blight reaches 200 demolitions

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