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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Water Authority dedicates building to civil rights pioneer

The Macon Water Authority dedicated its Support Services Building in honor of Herbert Dennard.
Cameron Branscomb,

Herbert Dennard speaks at the dedicationMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Water Authority dedicated its Support Services Building in honor of Herbert Dennard. Dennard served on the MWA board for 16 years from 1981 to 1996 and helped implement several policies that still stand today. Those policies include MWA recognizing Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday as an official holiday and…
Bibb County, Business, Entertainment, Featured, Local News, Music, WMGT

Macon Arts Alliance launches music study

A Downtown Challenge grant is helping Macon Arts Alliance with phase one of a music study that will take a look at Macon's music economy.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Downtown Challenge grant is helping Macon Arts Alliance with phase one of a music study that will take a look at Macon’s music economy. Macon Arts Alliance hired Sound Diplomacy to help with the study. The study will look at Macon’s music ecosystem to see what the city has and what it needs and will…

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Crime, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Two teens, two men accused of stealing car in Houston County

The Perry Police Department says it received complaints of vehicles broken into, and one being stolen in the Perry-Houston County area.
Clayton Poulnott,

The Perry Police Department says it received several complaints of vehicles broken into, and one being stolen in the Perry-Houston County area on April 9 around 5 a.m. Houston County deputies were dispatched to suspects pulling on car door handles in the Doublegate Subdivision. The responding deputy noticed a vehicle without headlights pull into a driveway in the 100 block…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Motorcycle accident leaves Macon man dead

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking into a traffic accident that led to the death of a Macon man Sunday afternoon. According to the release from BCSO,  on April 10th, around 5:15 p.m., 32 year-old Ezekile Hoskins of Macon was driving at a high speed on Jeffersonville Road when a 71 year-old man from Twiggs…

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured

UPDATE: Man dies after shooting, car wreck; suspect in custody

Haley Janes,

Photo Credit to Bibb County Sheriff’s Office: LIGGINS DESHONDRE OCTAVIUSUPDATE: MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A shooting on New Clinton Road and Millerfield Road left 26 year-old male hospitalized in critical condition. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says that it was reported that the 26 year-old was driving a Ford Focus south on New Clinton Road when he lost control of…

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

Man hospitalized after shooting at Smiley’s Flea Market

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating an incident in which shots were fired at Smiley's Flea Market Sunday afternoon.
Haley Janes,

According to the incident report from BCSO, several witnesses told deputies three males were running through the market with guns around 4 p.m. Investigators say two of them left in a white Chevy Impala with a dealers tag. Investigators found a shell casing near the bumper cars. Deputies were later told a man from Perry was shot and drove himself…

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Robbery by Snatching at Citgo on Shurling Drive Sunday morning

Haley Janes,

UPDATE (4/13) : The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office now has photos of the suspect in connection to this case. Anyone with information concerning this suspect is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office 478-751-7500.   MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office  is investigating a Commercial Robbery by snatching that took place Sunday morning at the Citgo…
Featured, Jones County, Local News

Eatonton man drowns in Cedar Creek

Haley Janes,

EATONTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Saturday, an Eatonton man went fishing at Cedar Creek, but never came home. According to a release from the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, 58 year-old David Smith had gone out to go fishing after work around 2:00 p.m. on Saturday by himself. His family reported that around 4:15 p.m., his fishing gear had been found on…

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Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Elon Musk reverses decision to join Twitter’s board

Edward Smart,

Jane King has the latest business news and more, in today’s Morning Business Report. Elon Musk reverts on his decision to join Twitter’s board. Construction of warehouses grow in the U.S. as ecommerce grows. Airline are cutting flights and adding staff in preparation for summer travel. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: airlines, elon musk, Jane King, Morning Business Report,…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Warmer weather returns to start the new week

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Heat and humidity are returning to the Peach State. Today It was a cool weekend for Middle Georgia, although things did begin to warm up on Sunday once the wind calmed down. The blustery conditions are behind us as we roll into the second full week of April. Temperatures this afternoon will climb over the 80…

Two Three Run Home Runs Lead Mercer To A Victory Over The Citadel
Local Sports, Sports

Two three-run home runs lead Mercer to a victory over The Citadel

Mercer baseball team beats The Citadel 8-2.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mercer baseball team opened Southern Conference play with a three-game weekend series hosting The Citadel. Tonight, the Bears began scoring in the second inning. With two outs, Antonio Brown got on base with a bunt for a hit. Following him, Trevor Austin singled to right field, moving Brown to third. Then stepped up William Mapes,…

Crisp County Police Chase
Crime, Dooly County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Man leads deputies on pursuit through Crisp, Dooly counties

After searching Howard's vehicle, deputies found small bags of suspected Fentanyl pills with a street value of approximately $300,000.
Clayton Poulnott,

VIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Florida man is in custody after leading law enforcement on a high speed chase Friday afternoon. The Crisp County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy attempted to check on a black Dodge Challenger stopped on the dirt portion of Rockhouse Road, but the car sped off  onto I-75. The car then got off the interstate at…
Featured, Local News, Peach County

Fort Valley State mourns the loss of Rayfield Wright

Fort Valley State University is mourning the death of alumnus and former football standout Rayfield Wright.
Cameron Branscomb,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fort Valley State University is mourning the death of alumnus and former football standout Rayfield Wright. Wright’s family announced his death Thursday. Wright was a seventh round draft pick by the Dallas Cowboys in 1967. Playing on the offensive line, Wright played in five super bowls and won two. Wright was elected into the Georgia…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Downtown Macon businesses say movie filming has increased foot traffic this week

"This is very exciting," Famous Mike's owner Mike Seekins said. "I think it's great for Macon. It has affected us in ways, but like I said, they make sure you're compensated, and I'm pleased with the whole situation."
Cameron Branscomb,

Part of the set for The Color Purple Musical MovieMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – “The Color Purple” musical started filming in downtown Macon this week. The filming has led to the closure of some streets and businesses. “This is very exciting,” Famous Mike’s owner Mike Seekins said. “I think it’s great for Macon. It has affected us in ways, but like…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Historic Macon’s Flea Market happening this weekend

You can find beautiful antique furniture, artwork, garden accessories, lamps, linens and even holiday décor.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you’re looking for some antiques or even just a second-hand item for your home, you’re in luck! Historic Macon is hosting its semi-annual flea market sale this weekend. You can find beautiful antique furniture, artwork, garden accessories, lamps, linens and even holiday décor. We spoke with Pat Donnelly, who has volunteered for the sale for…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Temple Beth Israel dedicates historical marker

German immigrants established Temple Beth Israel in 1859. The building it's in now was built in 1902.
Ariel Schiller,

Temple Beth Israel’s historical marker sits outside its building on Cherry street.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —  German immigrants established Temple Beth Israel in 1859. The building it’s in now was built in 1902. According to Lawrence Mink, Immediate Past President for the temple, they decided to put up a historical marker two years ago. “A lot of people walk by the…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Milledgeville missing man found stabbed to death

Haley Janes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man has been arrested in connection to the stabbing death of a missing person in Milledgeville. According to Brad King with the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, the Milledgeville Police Department was investigating a missing person case, looking for 24 year-old Brandon Harris of Milledgeville. During the investigation, officers found that 21 year-old James Bonner was…
Featured, Local News, Peach County, WMGT

‘Trains Blocking Roadway’ message boards to be installed in Fort Valley

The message signs will be placed at locations near the railroad crossings on Georgia 7/US 341, Georgia 96, Church Street, and Railroad Street.
Clayton Poulnott,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Transportation has a contract with Lumin8 Transportation Technologies of Newnan, Georgia, to to install dynamic message signs to alert drivers of trains blocking roads in Fort Valley. The message signs will be placed at locations near the railroad crossings on Georgia 7/US 341, Georgia 96, Church Street, and Railroad Street. If…

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Ask Angi, Featured

Ask Angi: How Gas Prices Can Affect Your Home Projects

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — With gas prices at an all-time high, home projects are getting more and more expensive. In today’s Ask Angi segment, Mallory Micetich shares her tips on navigating home projects with rising gas prices. “The high gas prices are already starting to affect both pros and homeowners,” said Micetich “Pros use gas to travel to different job locations and…

Twins From Southwest High School Are Headed To Columbus State
Local Sports, Sports

Twins from Southwest High School are headed to Columbus State

Shamar and Jamar Clayton will continue their academic and athletic careers at Columbus State University.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Clayton twins, Shamar and Jamar, from Southwest High School, signed their National Letter of Intent to continue their academic and athletic careers at Columbus State University. “This moment is a blessing for me and my twin,” said Shamar. “It’s a meal ticket,” said Jamar. “I’m scared. Like I’m scared and happy at the same time…

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Local News, Weather

Cooler conditions move in for the weekend

Cecilia Reeves,

Severe storms moved out of the area earlier today, leaving us with dry air and breezy conditions. A secondary front is moving through the area this evening which will help reinforce the cooler, drier air. High temperatures for the rest of the week will be cooler than normal, in the 60s with lows in the 30s. Dry weather will continue…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Historic Vineville home could be torn down

A meeting was supposed to take place Wednesday about the home's future, but it was moved to next week due to the threat of severe weather.
Cameron Branscomb,

The Catherine Brewer Benson House on Vineville.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Catherine Brewer Benson House may soon be torn down. Catherine Brewer Benson was the first woman in the world to receive a bachelor’s degree.  She received the degree in 1840 after graduating from Wesleyan College. Now there are talks for her home on Vineville Avenue to be torn down…