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UPDATE: Deputies make fifth arrest in connection to 2021 homicide on Napier Avenue

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office made a fifth arrest in connection to the shooting death of 18-year-old Shamarian Chatfield.

June 9, 2022

Clayton Poulnott,

Antonio King (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (6/9/22) : The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office made a fifth arrest in connection to the shooting death of 18-year-old Shamarian Chatfield. Investigators identified 17-year-old Antonio King as one of the suspects and issued a warrant for his arrest. Members of the U.S. Marshals Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force located him and took him into…

Morning Business Report: Abbott reportedly received warning about their baby formula plant

June 9, 2022

Edward Smart,

Abbott reportedly received warning from employees February 2021 regarding equipment failure at the baby formula plant. The company was unable to confirm those allegations. After four straight months of decline, used car prices increased by 0.7% in May. Target is slashing prices on pandemic supplies, furniture and more. Urban Outfitters will also increase promotions for the year. Categories: Featured, Morning…

Macon Bacon fall to Savannah Bananas, extend losing streak to five

Bacon are under .500 for the first time this season.

June 8, 2022

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Bacon hosted the Savannah Bananas hoping to end their four-game losing streak. The Bacon pitched two shutout innings, but the Bananas began with a solo home run at the top of the third. The Bananas scored another five more runs in the frame, taking a 6-0 lead. Savannah would not score for the rest…

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.

June 8, 2022

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…

Macon Water Authority treatment plant gets overdue upgrades

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

June 8, 2022

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…

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.

June 8, 2022

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…

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."

June 8, 2022

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…

Men wanted for gas station armed robbery in Macon

The incident took place around 2:44 a.m.

June 8, 2022

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

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

June 7, 2022

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 Schools feeding students this summer

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

June 7, 2022

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…

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.

June 7, 2022

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…

Complaint filed against Friends Food Mart for criminal activity

June 7, 2022

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…

Macon man sentenced in dog fighting and drug distribution ring case

June 7, 2022

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The U.S. Department of Justice says the 12th defendant– a 40 year-old man from Macon– has been sentenced after being involved in a dog fighting and drug distribution ring that has been active from May of 2019 to February of 2020. Shelley Johnson (also known as Gold Mouth) of Macon was sentenced to serve the maximum…

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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.

June 7, 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

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

June 6, 2022

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…

Hot with scattered storms this week

June 6, 2022

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,…

Milledgeville Fire Department requests pay increase to retain firefighters

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

June 6, 2022

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…

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.

June 6, 2022

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…

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.

June 6, 2022

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…

UPDATE: Body identified and recovered in Oconee River drowning

June 6, 2022

41NBC Web Producer,

UPDATE: The Georgia DNR has provided another update on the recovery of the teen’s body. The DNR says that by utilizing the Remote Operated Vehicle, game wardens were able to find the body of 15 year-old Alex Carreto of Chamblee. Divers with the Milledgeville Fire Department were able to recover the body at 1:33 p.m. UPDATE: A Battalion Chief with…

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

June 6, 2022

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

Over 80 universities attended the annual prospect camp.

June 3, 2022

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….

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.

June 3, 2022

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…

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.

June 3, 2022

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…

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office made a fifth arrest in connection to the shooting death of 18-year-old Shamarian Chatfield.

Bacon are under .500 for the first time this season.

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

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

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

"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."

The incident took place around 2:44 a.m.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

Over 80 universities attended the annual prospect camp.

"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.

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

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