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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Victory Church of Macon hosts first ever Cross Walk

Church members will take turns carrying the cross through the neighborhood nearby.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Cross Walk in MaconCross WalkMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Victory Church of Macon is hosting its first ever Cross Walk. Church members will take turns carrying the cross through the neighborhood nearby. The two mile walk commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Once the walk is finished, there will be an Easter Egg-Stravaganza event with food and games for the family. We spoke…

Monster Jam Drivers: 'we Don't Practice Stunts'
Featured, Motorsports, National Sports, Sports, WMGT

Monster Jam drivers: ‘We don’t practice stunts’

"So we don't practice. We come out here, and every trick that we do, we attempt during the show."
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –It’s expected that monster truck drivers go through practice runs before getting in the big machines in front of crowds of thousands. Yet, the stunts and runs in the show are the only practice they actually get. “So we don’t practice,” said Brianna Mahon, the driver of Whiplash. “We come out here, and every trick that we…

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Featured, Local News

Five arrested in Monroe County for Methamphetamines, marijuana

Haley Janes,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Five people were arrested in connection to drug related crimes in Monroe County on Friday, April 15th. According to a social media post from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the Narcotics Division executed a search warrant at 123 Towaliga Road after several reports from concerned citizens. During the search, Deputies found methamphetamine, marijuana, a small indoor…

Mom To Mom: Homemade Paint
Entertainment, Featured, Mom to Mom

Mom to Mom: Homemade Paint

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — If your kids run out of a paint then you need to read this before running to the store! Today we’re gonna teach you how to make homemade paint using ingredients found in your home. All you need is flour, salt, food coloring, water and of course some little squeezable bottles preferably the ones with the caps on…

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Crime, Featured, Houston County, Local News

Perry and surrounding areas still looking for wanted man; One woman now in custody

Haley Janes,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Perry Police Department along with other law enforcement agencies are searching for man wanted for felony charges out of Clayton County, and a woman has been arrested after trying to pick him up. According to a release from the PPD, around 5:50 p.m. on Thursday, April 14th, the Turner County Sheriff’s Office and GSP requested…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News, Unpublished, WMGT

Temple Beth Israel brings back Community Seder for Passover

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— There’s several religious holidays happening this weekend, including Passover. Temple Beth Israel marked the occasion by hosting their first in-person Community Seder Friday night since the pandemic began two years ago. Now that things are returning back to normal, Rabbi Elizabeth Bahar says it was time to bring back the tradition. A Seder is a meal to…

Ask Angi
Ask Angi, Featured

Ask Angi: Un-Winterize Your Home

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, it’s important to bring your home out of its winter state so it’s ready for spring and summer. Bailey Carson, a home care expert at Angi, is here to offer tips on how to un-winterize your home. “After the ground thaws and the flowers start to pop up, you’re…

Living Well With Troy Thompson: Finding Wellness With A Life Coach
Health, Living Well

Living Well with Troy Thompson: Finding Wellness with a Life Coach

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Today Troy Thompson and Tiffany Hallmon-Cripps– owner of Health Begins From Within– discuss wellness and how a life coach can help you achieve it! Wellness is about finding the optimal state of your mental, social and physical health. It’s important to maintain so that you’ll continue to work on self improvement and feeling good about yourself, and if…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Scattered thunderstorms possible both days Easter weekend

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A stationary front and weak low pressure system will bring scattered storms to Georgia over the weekend. Today The sun is back for our Friday. Temperatures will top off in the lower 80s around Middle Georgia. Winds will shift from the northeast to the southeast as the day progresses with sustained speeds of 10-15 mph. Gusts…
Featured, Local News, Twiggs County, WMGT

Twiggs County E-911 implements Text-To-911

The ability to text 911 provides deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired communities direct access to 911 services.
Clayton Poulnott,

There are different kinds of wipes and sprays you can get to sanitize your screen. Photo courtesy of MGN.?????????????????????????????????????????TWIGGS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office announced its E-911 Center has another way for people to reach out during emergencies. Text-To-911 is now available to everyone throughout the County. The ability to text 911 provides deaf, hard of hearing,…

Hub Football Plays A Crucial Role In Reviving Football Players Careers
National Sports, Sports, WMGT

HUB Football plays a crucial role in reviving football players careers

Don Yee, Tom Brady's agent, founded HUB Football in 2020.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The United States Football League kicks off this weekend, and several of the players in the league, such as Keith Mumphery, who attended Dooly County High School, are getting a second chance to revive their football careers. And one exposure camp is playing a critical role in that. HUB Football is an exposure camp built around the…

Rant And Rave: April 14th The Hawks In The Play In
Sports

Rant and Rave: April 14th – The Hawks in The Play-In

The Hawks have one more team to beat to make it to the playoffs.
David Tufts,

The Hawks have one more team to beat to make it to the playoffs. Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent discuss their chances against Cleveland on Friday. Also, the Braves are headed out west can thier new lineup stand up against the tough opponents out there? Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Hawks, MLB, NBA

Bs Report: April 13th The Hawks And The Braves
Sports

BS Report: April 13th – The Hawks and the Braves

As the Hawks season is heading to hopefully another exciting playoff run, the Braves season is just getting started.
David Tufts,

As the Hawks season is heading to hopefully another exciting playoff run, the Braves season is just getting started. Bill Shanks is here to talk about where both teams stand and what the future may hold, and to show off a little bling. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks, MLB, NBA, NFL

Highlights And Scores From The Final Day Of Round One Action For The Ghsa Girls Soccer Playoffs
Local Sports, Sports

Highlights and scores from the final day of round one action for the GHSA girls soccer playoffs

Three Middle Georgia teams move on with mercy-rule victories.
Shaaz Peerani,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — On the final day of round one action in the GHSA girls soccer playoffs, Houston County hosted Grovetown. Fans in attendance received a free training session as the Bears put on a clinic in the first half, scoring nine goals. The ball movement was immaculate, and there was no stopping Houston County as they won…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Perry Police assisting in search for suspect who fled after vehicle pursuit

A post on the Perry Police Department's Facebook page said the suspect is believed to be in a wooded area near Exit 134 on I-75.
Tucker Sargent,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Police Department is assisting in the search for a suspect who fled on foot after a vehicle pursuit Thursday. That’s according to a post on the Perry Police Department’s Facebook page. The post said the department is “assisting Crisp County to apprehend a male who fled on foot after a vehicle pursuit. He is…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News, Politics, Washington County, WMGT

Gov. Brian Kemp tours Georgia ahead of Republican Primaries

Governor Kemp spoke about his efforts to keep businesses open through the pandemic.
Cameron Branscomb,

Governor Kemp with his wife and students from Georgia Military CollegeMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Governor Brian Kemp stopped by Milledgeville and Sandersville on Thursday, as runs for re-election. Governor Kemp spoke about his efforts to keep businesses open through the pandemic. Taylor’s Cove in Milledgeville was Governor Kemp’s first stop. Managing partner with the business, Ben Cook, said the Governor’s policies…
Featured, Georgia News, Local News

Governor Brian Kemp declares state of emergency for supply chain disruptions

The order goes into effect at midnight on Saturday, April 16.
Tucker Sargent,

ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia Governor Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency Thursday for supply chain disruptions in the state. The order, which goes into effect on Saturday, April 16, was declared due to “ongoing severe disruptions to the state’s supply chain and economy” brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to read the order in its entirety. Here…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Milledgeville prepares for first-ever Burger Week

Milledgeville is starting its first-ever Burger Week on Friday, April 15.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Milledgeville Kicks off firs5t ever Burger weekBurger WeekMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Milledgeville is starting its first-ever Burger Week on Friday, April 15. 13 businesses are preparing for a week full of burgers. The event is put on via a partnership between Visit Milledgeville and the Milledgeville Downtown Development Authority. Rebekah Snider, the Executive Director of Visit Milledgeville, says they have one…

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Featured, Local News, Peach County

Fort Valley woman giving back to community for Easter

A Fort Valley resident wants to give back to the community this Easter, and she's asking for your help.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Fort Valley woman giving back to elderly on EasterEasterFORT VALLEY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — A Fort Valley resident wants to give back to the community this Easter, and she’s asking for your help. Eugenia Towns is collecting stuffed animals to donate to those living in nursing homes. Towns says she started giving back in February when she provided meals and roses to…
Bibb County, Business, Featured, Local News, Money, WMGT

BBB offers tips to avoid scams with tax filing deadline approaching

Tax season is a few days longer this year, and that means there are a few more days for scammers to try and scare you into giving them your hard earned money or your private information.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Tax season is a few days longer this year, and that means there are a few more days for scammers to try and scare you into giving them your hard earned money or your private information. Kelvin Collins, the President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Central Georgia, says the common scam we’ll see…

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Local News, Weather

Good Friday brings good weather to Middle Georgia

Cecilia Reeves,

A cold front is currently pushing through Middle Georgia this evening, bringing clearing skies and dry air. That dry air will allow overnight temperatures to cool into the low 50s by early Friday. This cool start won’t hinder our warming temps as we make it back to the 80s by the afternoon with plentiful sunshine. Enjoy the beautiful day, because…

Chick-Fil-A moving
Business, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Watson Boulevard Chick-fil-A relocating soon

The Chick-Fil-A at 1867 Watson Boulevard is a beloved part of the Warner Robins community, but in a few weeks, it's moving to Russell Parkway.
Ariel Schiller,

The Chick-Fil-A located at 1867 Watson Boulevard will soon relocate to 621 Russell Parkway.WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Chick-Fil-A at 1867 Watson Boulevard is a beloved part of the Warner Robins community, but in a few weeks, it’s moving to Russell Parkway. Restaurant operator Pat Braski says the location at Watson wasn’t designed for the amount of people the…

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Featured, Health, Local News, Medical

Atrium Health Navicent updates visitor policies

Haley Janes,

Atrium Health NavicentAtrium Health NavicentMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Atrium Health Navicent has chosen to modify portions of its visitation policy as a result of the current number of COVID-19 cases. According to a release from Atrium Health Navicent, due to a decrease in local COVID hospitalizations and flu cases, the new visitation policy will allow visitors under the age of…

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Featured, Johnson County, Local News

Johnson County Sheriff’s Office arrests 4 for guns & drugs

Haley Janes,

Photo Credits to Johnson County Sheriff’s OfficeAccording to the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, Sunday, April 10th, a deputy stopped a Nissan Altima on N. Myrtle Street in Wrightsville for an insurance violation. The driver, 23 year-old Damonta Stanley, had an active arrest warrant from Texas. The deputy noticed the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle, and asked for the…