Friday stays warm ahead of weekend cool down

It has been a beautiful weather week across Middle Georgia with dry conditions and warm temperatures. Tomorrow you can expect more of the same with a bit of a warm up and increase in humidity. If you are tired of the summer-like weather, don’t worry, it should be on the way out for the weekend. On Saturday a cold front…

Mom to Mom: Learning with fidget toys

Pop fidgets are so popular among the little ones, and here’s you how you can put these to some good use with learning through alphabet or numbers. The first step is to get a fidget toy, which you can find most anywhere. Take a fidget and write on them with a Sharpie and go down the line with the alphabet….

BS Report: October 13th – The Braves Head to the NLCS

After a decisive victory over the Brewers, the Braves are ready to face their next challenge on the road to the World Series.

The Braves refuse to go down without a fight. After a series of setbacks the team has just clinched it’s spot in the NLCS and will face the winner of the series between the Dodgers and the Giants. Either team will prove a tough opponent, but Bill Shanks is here to tell you why the Braves still have some fight…

Milledgville police looking for suspect in armed robbery

It happened  at the Amoco Stop N Shop on Vinson Highway just after 8 p.m.

The Milledgeville Police Department is looking for someone they say robbed a convenience store Wednesday night. It happened  at the Amoco Stop N Shop on Vinson Highway just after 8 p.m. Police say someone walked into the store with a black handgun and demanded the cash from the register. They say the suspect then ran out of the store. According…

Staying dry and warm in Middle Georgia

  It was another beautiful day in Middle Georgia with plenty of sunshine and summer-like temperatures. We will continue that trend as an area of high pressure continues to block out any disturbances that are trying to head our way. Expect highs in the mid 80s for the rest of the week, with a slight increase in moisture Friday. By…

BCSO: Macon-Bibb’s 2021 homicide rate increases to 43

Within the last week, there have been four shootings. Three of them have been deadly.

  MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Deadly shootings seemed to come to a halt in Macon over the last few months. But within the last week, there have been four shootings, and three of those deadly. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says it’s unsure if any of the incidents are connected. “It’s pretty out of the ordinary,” Major Chris Patterson said….

Barbers host 6 week “Chess Challenge” for local youth

"Barbers on Duty" started a program that teaches kids how to play chess.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After hearing the video game Grand Theft Auto was inspiring the lives of his students, barber Daude Harrell decided to change the game by asking kids to trade in their joysticks for pawns. “I teach in Houston County as a barber instructor,” Harrell said. “I was teaching my life skills portion of my course, and I…

The Birdman Show makes first stop at Georgia National Fair

The Birdman Show showcases a dozen different types of birds that interact with the audience.

PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT ) — There are plenty of concession stands, rides and new shows at the Georgia National Fair. One of those shows is the Birdman Show. The show features a dozen different types of birds that interact with the audience. Joe Krathwohl, also know as “The Birdman”, found his passion for birds at just 1o years-old. “I just want…

Livestock competitions begin at the Georgia National Fair

There's more to the Georgia National Fair than just the food and rides. You can also sit and watch the livestock competitions.

PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — There’s more to the Georgia National Fair than just the food and rides. You can also sit and watch the livestock competitions. Students in the Future Farmers of America Program at Perry High School are showing cattle. You can visit the Dairy Barn located near the clock tower, pet the animals and ask questions about them. One…

NewTown Macon hosts ‘Tour of Progress’

"It's a great way to check in every year so you know about the highlights of downtown Macon."

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — NewTown Macon hosted its Tour of Progress Wednesday night. Tour goers received a map to follow to QR codes outside each stop. Each QR code has information about each business. Some stops even allowed you to go inside. One of those stops includes the new Hotel 45 which is still under construction. NewTown Macon says it’s…

Two women arrested in shooting death of police officer

Charlotte Ferguson was taken to the Crisp County Jail, and Asia Kinsey was taken to the Treutlen County Jail.

  ALAMO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two more people have been arrested in the shooting death of Alamo police officer Dylan Harrison. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation arrested two women: 45-year-old Charlotte Ferguson who is the sister of Damien Ferguson, the man accused of killing officer Harrison, and 24-year-old Asia Kinsey. Charlotte Ferguson is charged with hindering the apprehension or punishment…

WCSO arrests man using drone to make contraband drop at Washington State Prison

SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Washington County Sheriff’s Office made a social media post on October 11 announcing an investigation that led to an arrest after a drone landed on a deputy’s patrol vehicle. According to the post, Deputies made contact with an individual on Sunday morning near Washington State Prison, where a drone landed on a deputy’s patrol vehicle….

ASK ANGI: Upgrading your media space

(41NBC/WMGT) — Everyone is spending more time at home these days and that likely means more time watching tv and movies at home. If you’re ready for an upgrade you’re in luck, because this week’s Ask Angi segment will show you how to take that “at-home viewing experience” to the next level. Once you have the right space think about…

Jones County makes 8 arrests in connection to gang activity and May murder

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Jones County Sheriff’s Office reported Wednesday morning that, with the assistance of multiple agencies, several arrest warrants had been served in the Milledgeville area in connection to a lengthy investigation into gang activity in the area, including the involvement of members of the PIRU street gang. According to the JCSO, the Jones County Drug Unit…

Warner Robins vehicle collision leaves pedestrian in critical condition

WARNER ROBINS (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Police Department reported Wednesday, October 13, that in the early hours of the morning they responded to a call concerning a vehicle that struck a pedestrian in the 4000 block of Watson Boulevard and Highway 247 connector. According to the release from WRPD, the collision between a 2021 Toyota Camry and pedestrian Adam…

Early voting in Middle Georgia begins

Early voting goes until October 29th. Election day is November 2nd.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Early voting started Tuesday across Middle Georgia. We spoke with election officials on what you can expect when you go to the polls. Darius Maynard is the Chairman of the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections. He says voters have the option to go to the Board of Elections headquarters, or the Elaine Lucas Senior Center. There will…

Popular Baby Barn exhibit back at the Georgia National Fair

From a baby calf being born to seeing pigs, there's a lot to see and learn.

PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— For the third year, the Baby barn is back at the Georgia National Fair. From a baby calf being born to seeing pigs, there’s a lot to see and learn. Crowds gathered to witness the moment a cow gave birth to a baby calf, named Kirby. Crowds cheered moments before and after the arrival. For some fair-goers, witnessing…

Eudora Farms Petting Zoo offers fun learning experience at GNF

You can see llamas, Alpakas, Ponys and much more.

PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Eudora Farms Petting Zoo is back at the Georgia National Fair this year. They hope to educate the community on the animals they brought. Eudora farms is from South Carolina, where they offer a drive through safari experience. But they have brought a walk through experience to the fair. You can see Llamas, Alpakas, Ponys and much…

Fried veggies to black-eyed peas: Food options (almost) endless at Georgia National Fair

41NBC's Tucker Sargent visited the fairgrounds for an inside look at what vendors are serving up this year.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – I’ll admit it. I’m not a fan of using the saying, “There’s something for everyone,” but I am using it to describe the menu at the Georgia National Fair. Every option in the galaxy—OK, not that many, but you get the point. “Funnel cakes, fried dough, fried Oreos, fried Twinkies and fried Reese’s,” a concession worker…

Damien Ferguson makes first court appearance in Wheeler County

Ferguson is charged with the murder of Alamo police officer, Dylan Harrison.

ALAMO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)–  The man accused of murdering Alamo police officer, Dylan Harrison made his first appearance in court Tuesday afternoon. A handcuffed Damien Ferguson entered the Wheeler County Courthouse to listen to his list of charges and what lies ahead in terms of a trial. Ferguson is charged with Harrison’s murder and Aggravated Stalking for a previous incident. Judge…

JCSO: Teens accused of vandalizing high school for social media challenge

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is looking for teens caught on camera, appearing to vandalize Jones County High School. Deputies believe two sets of teens did the damage on two different nights as part of a social media challenge known as The Devious Lick. The Sheriff’s Office shared surveillance photos from September 25th and October 7th…