Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores November 29-December 3

Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, November 29 and Friday, December 3, 2021.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, November 29 and Friday, December 3, 2021. All scores of 75 and below are shown in red. All scores between 76 and 85 are shown in orange. All scores between 86-99 are shown in black. All scores of…

Macon-Bibb officials preparing to implement Macon Violence Prevention plan

"We are looking forward to starting January with a plan to make sure that we address these route causes," he said.

Homicide Update from the Sheriff’s OfficeBibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb officials and law enforcement came together Monday to clarify the number of deaths at the hands of others in the county this year. Bibb County Sheriff David Davis said there have been 52 homicides and 42 murders. “All murders are homicides, but not all homicides are murders,”…

Macon residents share concerns about plastics recycling facility

Some residents are concerned about what Brightmark plans to produce, and the environmental impact it could have on the city.

Brightmark planned to build their plastics recycling plant on Walden road in South Macon.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— In June, Brightmark announced plans to bring the world’s largest advanced plastics recycling and renewal facility to Walden Road in Macon. Some residents are concerned about what Brightmark plans to produce, and the environmental impact it could have on the city. Jill Neimark, a…

Man found shot on Birch St.

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators are investigating a shooting incident that occurred near the intersection of Napier Avenue and Birch Street, just before 7:00am Friday. It was reported that 31-year-old Roderick Reddick was discovered inside his vehicle ,suffering from a gunshot wound. Reddick was pronounced dead on scene by Deputy Coroner Ronnie Miley. The circumstances surrounding this incident is being investigated….

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: John Milledge faces Pinewood in GISA AAA title game

The Trojans were trying to win their third consecutive state championship. They beat the Patriots 41-6 on September 3.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The John Milledge Trojans played the Pinewood Patriots for the GISA AAA title Friday. The Trojans were trying to win their third consecutive state championship. They beat the Patriots 41-6 on September 3. Let’s go to Five Star Stadium at Mercer University for the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, Five…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Wilcox County travels to Irwin County

The Patriots had lost eight in a row to the Indians and hadn't won the state title since 2009. The Indians won the championship just two years ago.

OCILLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Wilcox County Patriots went on the road to play the Irwin County Indians for a spot in the GHSA Class A Public championship game. The Patriots had lost eight in a row to the Indians and hadn’t won the state title since 2009. The Indians won the championship just two years ago. Bill Shanks has…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Brentwood faces Terrell Academy in GISA AA title game

The War Eagles were trying to win their first state title since 2003. Terrell Academy last won the state championship in 2009.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Brentwood War Eagles battled the Terrell Academy Eagles Friday night at Mercer’s Five Star Stadium for the GISA AA title. The War Eagles were trying to win their first state title since 2003. Terrell Academy last won the state championship in 2009. Check out the highlights above. Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags:…

BCSO shares tips on how to protect yourself from holiday crime

"Don't overload yourself with baggage you're trying to carry to the car. Frequently take those things out to the car and lock them in the trunk so they can't be seen."

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It’s the holiday season and that means more shopping, but unfortunately more crime too. Lieutenant Tim James with the Sheriff’s Outreach Center says, criminals take advantage of this time of year because everyone is buying new things for the holidays. He says even though the holidays are a joyous time of year, it’s not the time to…

Dr. Noris Price wins Georgia Superintendent of the year

"I don't think it really has hit me, it seems like a sureal experience, but I can tell you that I'm very honored and very humbled."

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Baldwin County School District is celebrating a big accomplishment. Superintendent Dr. Noris Price is the 2021 Georgia Superintendent of the year. She was named one of four finalists earlier this year, and on Thursday night her hard work was recognized. We spoke with Dr. Price about the accomplishment. “I don’t think it really has hit me, it…

Hutchings College and Career Academy turns students to chefs

Cullinary students received their first toques, getting them closer to being real chefs.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– 22 culinary students at Hutchings College and Career Academy in Macon can now have their cake and make it too, after graduating with food safety certifications. “My goal is to own my own restaurant and a bakery as well. This program helps with college classes and getting done with college faster,” said culinary student Kiajah Thomas. After…

‘Yappy Pawnukkah and Santa Paws’ happening Saturday

"It's a free event, shopping is complimentary for them. It's a community event and you need to take advantage of Bibb county and surrounding areas."

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— You can celebrate the ‘howlidays’ with your pets on Saturday, December 4 at the Macon Dog Park on Adams Street. Macon-Bibb County Parks and Recreation partnered with Beyond the Bone Boutique to put on the ‘Yappy Pawnukkah and Santa Paws’ event. Each household gets one holiday gift bag for their dog. We spoke with the coordinator, Phylise…

Clouds return for the weekend, but temps stay warm

It was another beautiful day in Middle Georgia with plentiful sunshine and near-record high temps (Macon made it to 80°!). Clouds will start moving into the area for the weekend, but a warm air mass will keep our high temps in the mid 70s. By Sunday we will see a mostly cloudy day, with highs once again in the mid…

Apartment fire on Houston Avenue leads to arson investigation

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Shane Edwards, the Interim Fire Chief of the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department told 41NBC on Friday afternoon that the Fire Department was alerted to a structural fire on 2301 Houston Avenue in the Bowden Homes complex around 2:40 p.m. According to Edwards, smoke had been seen outside of the 2-story apartment, which alerted passerby to the…

Local foundation brings affordable housing to Beall’s Hill neighborhood

The Historic Macon foundation is bringing affordable housing to the Beall's Hill neighborhood.

Historic Macon Foundation and Mayor Lester Miller breaking ground for new housing projectMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Historic Macon foundation is bringing affordable housing to the Beall’s Hill neighborhood. The 3.5 acre housing project will include six duplexes that will hold two single apartments each. The apartments are being funded with $600,000 from the American Rescue Plan, plus a matched…

Goodwill, WorkSource partner to get people back to work

Goodwill is partnering with WorkSource Macon-Bibb to help people get back to work in time for the holiday season.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Goodwill is partnering with WorkSource Macon-Bibb to help people get back to work in time for the holiday season. WorkSource received a grant to help people dealing with long term unemployment gain temporary employment while they look for more permanent opportunities. They partnered with Goodwill because they have positions available at their career centers. We spoke…

Middle Georgia hospital seeing rise in flu patients

Dr. Gary Godlewski, an emergency room physician at Piedmont Macon North, says they've seen an uptick in flu patients in the last week. He says they're seeing more flu patients come in than Covid patients.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The holiday season is here, but so is flu season. Michael Hokanson, North Central Health District’s public information officer, says Georgia is currently seeing higher influenza-like illness activity compared to the rest of the country. “We could see a higher amount of cases this year as compared to last year,” he said. “But this year we’re…

GDOT installing message signs in Peach County to help motorists avoid waiting on trains

Drivers in Peach County will soon have the opportunity to take an alternate route at railroad stops thanks to new signs that will suggest taking an alternate route.

GDOT Installing signs at railroad tracksRailroadFORT VALLEY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Drivers in Peach County will soon have the opportunity to take an alternate route at railroad stops when stopped trains are blocking the roadway. The Georgia Department of Transportation is installing dynamic message signs. If a train stops and blocks a road, the signs will alert drivers, and they can choose…

BS Report: December 1st – The Dawgs are the Favorite

The battle for the SEC championship is fast approaching and the Dawgs are favored over the Tide going into the contest.

Georgia is favored over Alabama going into the the battle for the SEC championship. Bill Shanks discusses what weapons the Dawgs are bringing, and why they have a great chance of turning the tide this year. Categories: Sports

Staying warm this week

It has been a nice day in Middle Georgia with highs in the 70s and upper 60s, as well as plentiful sunshine. Through the rest of the week, warm air will be working its way back into the area. Highs for both Thursday and Friday will be warming into the mid 70s by the afternoon. Lows for the weekend will…

Warner Robins runoff sees big turnout, historic win

Warner Robins is starting a new chapter at the beginning of next year.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Warner Robins is starting a new chapter at the beginning of next year. That’s when Mayor-Elect LaRhonda Patrick will take office. Patrick will make history as the first woman and person of color elected as Warner Robins’ mayor. Patrick says she feels empowered, but also has a strong sense of responsibility. “Certain barriers we thought…

A look behind downtown Macon’s Christmas Lights Extravaganza

Over the past five years, downtown Macon has become famous for its bold and bright Christmas light display.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Over the past five years, downtown Macon has become famous for its bold and bright Christmas light display. With more than half a million lights on trees, bushes, and art installations, the display takes months to set up, but the most impressive part is that it’s all timed with music from local performers. “On the music…

Temple Beth Israel celebrates Hanukkah

Temple Beth Israel is joining in on celebrating Hanukkah this week

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Temple Beth Israel is joining in on celebrating Hanukkah this week. It will host a Sisterhood Hanukkah Dinner Friday night at 6. That will include Latkes, brisket, jelly donuts and a menorah lighting. Then on Saturday at 10 a.m., they’ll have their Young Family Hanukkah party, where you can get more latkes, decorate cookies and play…

CGTC Warner Robins campus getting first student housing complex

Central Georgia Technical College Warner Robins campus will soon have a student housing complex.

Central Georgia Technical College in Warner Robins partners to construct student housingCGTCWARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Central Georgia Technical College Warner Robins campus will soon have a student housing complex. Construction is underway for the multi-million dollar facility, which is located on Sutherline Drive off Highway 96. College officials say they’re hoping the new addition will help to bring students together…

Search for suspect in R&T Mart burglary

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding the suspect wanted in connection to a commercial burglary that happened in the early hours of Monday, November 29, 2021. According to the BCSO, the suspect broke into the front of the R&T Mart at 4437 Columbus Road around 1:13 a.m. and took…