It was another hot day in Middle Georgia, with the addition of more humidity as well. This led to heat index values of 100 in some spots today, with highs in the mid 90s. Tomorrow will be another hot day with highs in the mid and low 90s. Scattered clouds will be hanging around for the day, but any rain…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The manager of the Red Carpet Inn on Riverside Drive says she was shocked when she heard Macon-Bibb County was planning to file a lawsuit against her motel for being the center of illegal activity in the county. She says she actually found out about it from a news story we brought you last week. “We…
Atrium Health Navicent observing National Stop the Bleed dayNational Stop the Bleed dayMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Atrium Health Navicent joined many others across the country Thursday by observing National Stop the Bleed Day. The hospital hosted ‘Stop the Bleed’ educational sessions in-person and virtually. Blood loss can quickly become life threatening. That’s why Atrium Health Navicent wants to make sure you…
Macon-Bibb Firefighters break ground on new training facilitytraining facilityMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department broke ground on its newest training facility on Thursday. The department held its last burn at the old facility before demolishing it earlier this month. The old site was built 30 years ago and needed repairs throughout the years. Fire Chief Shane Edwards says…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Macon Pops is ringing in its 10th year in style with a Macon legend! On September 17, Macon Pops will host a gala with special guest Chuck Leavell. Macon Pops also announced other events it’s planning on hosting this coming year. Leaders say music is a universal language everyone can understand and that they’re excited to be…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office made an arrest in connection to an aggravated assault incident that happened in the early hours of Thursday just before 2:00 a.m. According to the BCSO, the incident happened at the M&M Grocery Store off of Montpelier Avenue. When deputies arrived at the store, they found 23 year-old Jonas Mason Walker…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will soar into the upper 90s as they reach their peak for the week this afternoon. Today Heat will be abundant as we go through the daylight hours today. Most of Middle Georgia woke up to temperatures in the upper 60s and lower 70s, or 10+ degrees warmer than yesterday. Luckily our peak temperatures won’t…
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Middle Georgia saw some summer heat today, with highs in the mid 90s across the area. Tomorrow we are going to crank the heat even higher with temps warming to the upper 90s! Not only will it be hot, but humidity will be increasing through the afternoon as well. This means that our “feels like” temperatures could push into the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It’s no doubt that Herschel Walker’s reputation precedes him. Many people who attended the former football star’s campaign rally at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame Wednesday were already on board with his campaign, while others are fans of his but were unsure about his run for U.S. Senate. “I’m more persuaded towards him now than…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Coca-Cola United partnered with Central Georgia Technical College to hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) hiring fair Wednesday. Coca-Cola United is the bottling company that helps sell and distribute Coca-Cola products across Middle Georgia. Students at CGTC go through a five-week training program and earn their CDL upon completion. Eddie Cummins, the manager of Coca-Cola United’s…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cox Communications held its annual Student Hero ceremony at the Tubman Museum Wednesday. The Cox Hero Award recognizes students who have overcome obstacles in their lives, including battling terminal illnesses or deaths in families. Teachers, counselors, and principals came to the museum with their school hero. Cam Johnson with Cox says the kids teach us all…
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin hosts annual VA 2k walk and rollVA 2k walk and rollDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — What started as a way to get veterans up and moving has now grown into a collaboration to help the community. The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin held its 12th annual ‘VA2K Walk and Roll’ event Wednesday….
Atrium Health Navicent holds event to honor trauma survivorsNational Trauma Awareness MonthMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — May marks National Trauma Awareness Month, and Atrium Health Navicent took the opportunity to honor two trauma survivors Wednesday. First responders and healthcare workers helped Justin Woodall with his road to recovery. “The process was fast in the hospital, and my road to recovery was…
The FDA has okayed a single booster shot for kids aged 5 to 11 to be given 5 months after the two shot COVID regimen. The union representing flight attendants at Spirit and Frontier Airlines backed the carriers’ planned merger. Average price for gasoline in California hit $6 a gallon on Tuesday for the first time. Analysts at JPMorgan are…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A major heatwave is taking over the Peach State beginning today. Today The month of May has been well above average for Middle Georgia. It’s why the severe weather season has seemingly come to an early end with summertime arriving early. The first week of May saw highs in the 90s, the second week the mid…
Buses at Blue Bird CorporationFORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)—Blue Bird Corporation, the school bus manufacturer in Fort Valley, recently laid off more than 100 people. In statement sent to 41NBC, Blue Bird said it continues to face supply chain disruptions due to the war in Ukraine and the lingering pandemic. In total, 115 production workers were affected. The statement goes on…
Mayor Lester Miller presents his FY2023 budget.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller officially released his Fiscal Year 2023 budget. It’s no surprise public safety is one of the man items, along with economic development. “If you’re going to look at fighting crime in Macon-Bibb county and lifting our kids out of poverty, we have to get them good jobs…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The search for a new Elections Supervisor continues following Macon-Bibb County Commissioners deciding not to approve the Board of Elections recommendation. The Board of Elections named Canetra Ford, the next Elections Supervisor on April 26 in a 4-1 vote. On May 10, the motion by Commissioners failed to add approving the board’s selection to the agenda. Mike…
UPDATE: The driver of the Silverado has been identified as 41 year-old Jenna Beth Scheidegger of Dawsonville, Georgia. Scheidegger was uninjured by the crash, and is now being held at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office without bond for several charges, including serious injury by Motor Vehicle, Motor/Traffic Offense, Driving under the Influence, and willful obstruction of Law Enforcement Officers. The…
UPDATE (5/18) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office identified those pulled from the Ocmulgee River Tuesday as 17-year-old Betty Gisselle Rivera, 28-year-old Alex Mendoza and 23-year-old Laura Yesseria, all of North Carolina. Rivera did not survive. ORIGINAL STORY (5/17): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A teenager is dead and three other people are in the hospital after a water rescue Tuesday…
It was another nice day in Middle Georgia, but a string of hot days is on the way through the rest of the week. Sunshine will be plentiful as highs warm into the mid 90s, by the afternoon. Humidity will slowly be on the increase through the afternoon (and the rest of the week). Thursday will be the hottest day…
Atrium Health Navicent observing stroke monthRecognizing the signs of a strokeMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. At Atrium Health Navicent, doctors are seeing an average of two to three stroke patients a day. That’s why they want you to act “FAST” this National Stroke Month and know how to recognize the…
Middle Georgia State University receives state funding to help fill aviation positionsMiddle Georgia State UniversityEASTMAN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The need for pilots is growing, and Middle Georgia State University is hoping to fill that growing demand. The university is getting $5 million in state funding to help address the issue. “Part of the goal is to keep this program growing and…