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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb Bicentennial Committee holds first meeting

Macon-Bibb County is planning to host several events next year in honor of the city's 200th anniversary.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Macon-Bibb Bicentennial Committee meets for the first timeBicentennial CommitteeMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County is planning to host several events next year in honor of the city’s 200th anniversary. The Bicentennial Committee met for the first time on Wednesday to elect officers and pinpoint goals. A total of 25 people are on the committee, which is comprised of community leaders and…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Water Authority treatment plant gets overdue upgrades

The Macon Water Authority cut the ribbon on its upgraded Rocky Creek Water Rehabilitation Center.
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Water Authority cut the ribbon on its upgraded Rocky Creek Water Rehabilitation Center. “We completely replaced the press building,” Executive Director Joey Leverette said. “Tremendous amount of electrical upgrades. These plants use a lot of power and a lot of power machinery, so the three biggest parts have been electrical, grit removal and our…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon Area Habitat for Humanity set to build 10 new homes by the end of the year

More homes are coming to Macon this year thanks to Macon Area Habitat for Humanity.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Macon Area Habitat for Humanity receives fund to construct 10 homes this yearMacon Area Habitat for HumanityMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — More homes are coming to Macon this year thanks to Macon Area Habitat for Humanity. Macon-Bibb Commissioners recently approved $500,000 of American Rescue Plan funding for the organization. Ivey Hall, Macon Area Habitat for Humanity’s Executive Director, says the money…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Bibb County School District official explains elementary school dress code change

"What we've heard from some of our stakeholders is that sometimes it's hard for them to get the right size and the right color," Assistant Superintendent of Student Affairs Jamie Cassady said. "Now there's more choices, so we're hoping that barrier will be removed."
Cameron Branscomb,

Bibb County Schools offer hybrid schedulesBibb SchoolsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District announced this week it’s moving to a unified dress code for all elementary students. The change is effective for the upcoming school year. Before, students were required to wear specific colors of collared shirts, but the unified dress code allows students to wear a wider…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Men wanted for gas station armed robbery in Macon

The incident took place around 2:44 a.m.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for two suspects involved in a Wednesday morning armed robbery. The incident took place around 2:44 a.m., at the Welcome Gas Station on Houston Road. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, two men with guns entered the store and demanded money from the store clerk. Both men ran…

Mercer Football Is The First Team Or School To Accept The 50 Yard Challenge
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Mercer football is the first team or school to accept the 50 Yard Challenge

"Very proud of Mercer for stepping up and being that first school and making it happen."
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mercer University football team is the first college athletics program or school to accept the 50 Yard Challenge through Raising Men and Women Lawn Care Services, which provides free lawn care service to the elderly, disabled, single parents, veterans or anyone else in need in their communities. When head coach Drew Cronic learned about the…
Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Bibb County Schools feeding students this summer

The Bibb County School District started its summer meal program on Monday.
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District started its summer meal program on Monday. The program provides lunches for students through July 2. The lunches provide a rotating choice of meals with a side of fruits and vegetables. Timikel Shape, the district’s Executive Director for School Nutrition, says the district does all it can to make sure its…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Houses of worship attend summit on protecting against violence

The U.S Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Georgia partnered with the Georgia Sheriff's Association and local law enforcement to host a summit for area houses of worship Tuesday.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

U.S District Attorneys Office hosts ‘Protecting houses of Worship’ summitProtecting houses of worship SummitMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Faith-based organizations in middle Georgia are making sure they’re protected against those looking to carry out violence. The U.S Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia partnered with the Georgia Sheriff’s Association and local law enforcement to host a summit for area houses…

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

Complaint filed against Friends Food Mart for criminal activity

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A complaint has been filed against the Friends Food Mart ( where, just recently, a shooting left 2 dead and 1 hospitalized) to put a stop to the public nuisance and for injunctive release. Mayer Lester Miller authorized this complaint. A Temporary Restraining order against the Mart has been signed by Bibb County Superior Court Senior…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores May 30-June 3

Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 30 and Friday, June 3, 2022.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia’s food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, May 30 and Friday, June 3, 2022. All scores of 69 and below are shown in red. All scores between 70 and 99 are shown in black. All scores of 100 are shown in green. Click here to…

Macon Bacon Are On A Four Game Skid
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Macon Bacon are on a four-game skid

Macon Bacon are on their first losing streak of the season.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Bacon hosted the Lexington County Blowfish, hoping to end their three-game losing streak. The Bacon started hot, scoring their first run of the game on a double by Kyle Bork in the bottom of the first; however, that would be the only run Macon scored. The Blowfish would tie the game in the top…

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Hot with scattered storms this week

Cecilia Reeves,

We saw widespread showers and storms in Middle Georgia today, and that kept our highs a few degrees below normal. Some areas saw heavy rain and gusty winds, but severe weather stayed mostly out of the area. Overnight, we will see our showers starting to wane, with patchy fog building in through tomorrow morning. Tuesday will be a warm day,…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Milledgeville Fire Department requests pay increase to retain firefighters

The Milledgeville Fire Department is requesting an increase in pay for its firefighters.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Milledgeville Fire Department requests pay increase from City councilMilledgeville Fire DepartmentMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The Milledgeville Fire Department is requesting an increase in pay for its firefighters. The fire department says it’s looking to retain firefighters and that it’s struggling to keep up with the pay of surrounding fire departments. “We have firefighters making just as much as sergeants,” Battalion Chief…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

Bibb School District moving to ‘Unified Dress Code’ for elementary schools

The change is effective for the 2022-23 school year, according to a Bibb County School District Facebook post Monday.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District is moving to a “Unified Dress Code” for elementary schools. The change is effective for the 2022-23 school year, according to a Bibb County School District Facebook post Monday. The requirements are listed below. Pre-Kindergarten: All clothes must be the appropriate size Students wearing skirts, dresses and jumpers wear shorts or…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Douglass Theatre Summer Camp returns after 2 years

After two years of not being able to hold a camp due to Covid-19, the Douglass Theatre is holding its Stage Works Theater camp.
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After two years of not being able to hold a camp due to Covid-19, the Douglass Theatre is holding its Stage Works Theater Camp. The camp is teaching children ages 7 -14 the ins and outs of theater while also providing valuable life lessons.  “The history I think helps out a lot, and that they see…

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Morning Business Report: Abbott Nutrition set to resume production on baby formula

Edward Smart,

Abbott Nutrition set to resume production at its Michigan baby formula factory on Saturday. Apple to hold its WWDC event today, showcasing IOS 16, IPADOS 16, TVOS 16, and more. Research shows debt has risen in older people, and those who owe are more likely to have multiple diagnosed illnesses. In the year ending May 14, Alcoholic sales slipped about…

Mercer Hosts Its Annual Two Day Prospect Camp For High Schoolers In The Southeast
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Mercer hosts its annual two-day prospect camp for high schoolers in the Southeast

Over 80 universities attended the annual prospect camp.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Approximately 350 college football coaches from over 80 universities made their way to Middle Georgia to attend Mercer University’s annual football prospect camps hoping to find a gem here in the Southeast. “You’re just trying to see, if it’s a receiver, you’re trying to see their footwork, their athleticism,” said Mercer football head coach Drew Cronic….

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Featured, Laurens County, Local News, WMGT

Local Sigma Gamma Rho chapter teaching children swimming safety

"I'm usually always scared of water, because I see people drown and die, but after swimming lessons, I have a different point of view about swimming," 10-year-old Ilyse Redd said.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Splash Bash hosted in DublinDublin SwimmingDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Summer means it’s time to break out the swim suits and get into the water. Before you do so, the Nu Xi Sigma Chapter of the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority wants to make sure you know how to swim. For more than 10 years, the sorority has partnered with USA Swim…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Toys for Tots brings joy to children in foster care

Toys for Tots recently packed more than 400 backpacks for foster care children with items like blankets, games, school supplies and toys.
Cameron Branscomb,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Toys for Tots recently packed more than 400 backpacks for foster care children. Bags were filled with items for different age ranges and sexes for children spanning 11 counties. Wendy Chadwell, Middle Georgia Toys for Tots’ coordinator, says volunteers spent two weeks packing 476 backpacks. “My passion is children and families in our area,” she…

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Featured, Local News, Peach County

Annual Peach Festival underway in Fort Valley

The annual Peach Festival started Friday in Fort Valley and will continue Saturday before shifting to Byron next weekend.
Cameron Branscomb,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It’s time for the annual Peach Festival! It started Friday in Fort Valley.  Fort Valley Mayor, Jeffery Lundy, says he’s excited to get out and enjoy his first Peach Festival as mayor. “I will be a part of it,” he said. “I will be dancing. I will be moving, shaking hands, just let them know…

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News, WMGT

Primary Pediatrics reports unusual increase in flu cases

Primary Pediatrics in Macon says it's seeing around five flu cases a day. While that number may not seem high, Dr. Jason Smith says the flu is not common this time of year.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Primary Pediatrics seeing an increase in flu casesIncrease in Flu CasesMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Warm weather is here, but so is the flu. Primary Pediatrics in Macon says it’s seeing around five flu cases a day. While that number may not seem high, Dr. Jason Smith says the flu is not common this time of year. We usually see flu…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb deputies asking for public’s help finding missing man

37-year-old Matthew Brock Mayhew hasn't been in contact with his family since May 29.
Tucker Sargent,

Matthew Mayhew (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a missing man. Investigators say 37-year-old Matthew Brock Mayhew hasn’t been in contact with his family since the morning of May 29. Investigators were told Mayhew left his home on foot and hasn’t been seen by family members since….