MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon woman died Thursday after a single-vehicle crash on Zebulon Road. It happened just after 5 p.m. in the 7400 block of Zebulon Road, according to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say 34-year-old Tiffany Fuller was traveling east when her vehicle left the road and collided with a mailbox. Macon-Bibb…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Historic Macon celebrated a huge milestone in the revitalization of the Beall’s Hill Neighborhood Thursday night. The organization completed the work on the train recreation building where the County Cooperative Extension Office is now housed. There are also other projects in the works, including 12 affordable housing units to be built in the heart of the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It’s now been more than a year since Macon-Bibb county started the Clean Streets Matter Initiative. If you’re a Macon-Bibb resident, getting rid of items that take up space in our homes can be a challenge. Unfortunately, sometimes that challenge turns into illegal dumping, which Mayor Lester Miller says is the last thing the county wants….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Students at Central Georgia Technical College will have a chance at a scholarship in honor of a local Vietnam War veteran who died in combat. The 1st Battalion, 5th Marines Vietnam Veterans presented a $100,000 check to fund a scholarship in honor of Marine Sergeant Rodney Davis. Sergeant Davis used his body to cover a live…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Douglass Theatre held its 30th Women’s History Month luncheon Thursday. Georgia Supreme Court Justice Verda Colvin served as the keynote speaker. Healthcare was the focus, and this year’s theme was “Women providing healing, promoting hope.” Dr. Marqueta Bell-Hall and Dr. Monique Davis-Smith were honored for their work. Categories: Bibb County, Featured, Local News Tags: Dr….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Thursday, March 10 was World Kidney Day, and The Macon Medical Group is providing free kidney screenings all this month. Kidneys are responsible for dispelling waste in the body as well as keeping blood clean. According to Heather Self, a nurse practitioner, there are no early signs that someone may have kidney failure. Self says a…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Elementary students from across Georgia visited Georgia College’s Centennial Center this week to show off their science projects. The projects ranged from biochemistry to engineering. “If we do not get them interested in science at an early age, by the time they reach middle and high school, they either already have an appreciation for it or…
35th Annual Forsythia Festival Kicks off this weekendForsythia FestivalFORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The 35th annual Forsythia Festival in Monroe County is being held this weekend, March 12 and 13. Organizers say they’re bringing back several activities for the whole family. More than 100 vendors will be on-site with everything from food to arts and crafts to a kids zone with inflatables….
Monroe County Friends of the library bring back annual used book saleFriends of the libraryFORSYTH, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Monroe County’s used book sale returns this weekend after not being held the last two years. The pandemic put a pause on the book sale, which means the Monroe County Friends of the Library’s collection has grown. “There a little bit of a…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man has been sentenced to serve more than 17 years in prison after a second bank robbery offense. 50 Year-old Wesley Sorrow has a long criminal history, according to a release from the department of justice, which says Sorrow had already served time for a bank robbery conviction in Middle Georgia, and now he is…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is still looking to find the suspects behind the February armed robbery in which a vehicle was stolen from 2 female victims. The original incident that occurred took place at the QuickZip gas station on PioNono, where 3 male suspects brandished a firearm and demanded that the 2 female victims give…
(41NBC/WMGT) — Science Guy Jason Lindsey shows us this week how milk can turn into a rainbow with a little help from some food coloring and dish soap! Whole milk is made up of water, proteins and fats. The surface of the milk acts like an elastic sheet thanks to the surface tension. With the food coloring already in the…
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is working to figure out who vandalized a downtown Macon mural. Someone discovered graffiti on “The Spirit of Macon” mural that sits at the intersection of 5th street and Poplar street. The mural was just completed in January, and it was funded through a Downtown Challenge Grant. Macon Transit Authority Public Information Officer, Jami…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Scattered showers are likely early Thursday and again overnight, and another cold front could bring a severe weather threat Friday night. Today The pattern of mild, cloudy, and humid mornings continued today around Middle Georgia. The cloudy skies will stick with us again throughout the day today, however the rain chances will drop off after…
President Biden says the U.S. will no longer buy Russian oil and natural gas. Other European nations may follow. Bank of America says consumers are spending more money on in-person activities. Retail industry experts say we could see more consumer products start shrinking in size or quantity. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: Bank of America, Biden, Jane King,…
This week there’s a sliver of hope on the horizon as it seems that the MLB players and owners are closer to reaching a deal and ending the lockout. Bill shanks takes a look at what the next steps will look like if the lockout ends soon. Categories: Sports
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Hancock Central Lady Bulldogs took on the Lake Oconee Academy Titans in the GHSA 1A public girls basketball state finals. The Lady Bulldogs began the game outscoring the Titans 7-4, in the first quarter. In the second, the Titans outscored Hancock Central 18 -7, and would never give back the lead. The Titans won most…
After a morning of severe storms in parts of Middle Georgia, we will see a nice break from rain overnight. By the early morning hours Thursday, however, rain returns to the area, but not thunderstorms. A wedge front will also be moving into the area, keeping our temperatures a bit cooler than normal. Rain should be moving out through the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It’s been nearly two years since the World Health Organization declared Covid-19 a pandemic. On Wednesday, leaders with Atrium Health Navicent held a panel discussion to talk about where they’ve been, how they’ve handled the pandemic, and where they’re going. “Our first challenges were managing our resources and keeping our frontline workers safe so that we could…
Atrium Health Navicent MACON, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT)- Many of us are beginning to feel the early effects of allergies due to the pollen. That’s why Atrium Health Navicient is providing tips to fight against allergies. “If you’ve got to be out in the pollen is when you get back home is to wash off as much of it as possible, change…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Macon-Bibb Committee of the Whole approved the distribution of $500,000 to 17 food distributors across the county. The funding comes from the American Rescue Funds Act. Each organization is permitted to use their grants for food, supplies, equipment and transportation costs for delivering food. The Melanated Community Stimulation Project is one the organizations to receive a…
Women’s History MonthWomen’s History MonthMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— All Middle Georgia Regional Libraries are celebrating Women’s History Month. Books aimed at educating people about influential women in history, are on display at the Lanford Library in Macon. All libraries in Macon are hosting several events throughout March. The goal is to teach women how to start their own business. “You’ll see a…
Ten day plant based demonstration project resultsPlant Based Demonstration ResultsMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The ten day Plant Based Demonstration Project began on February 21. Organizers of the project included, Macon Beets, The Macon Volunteer Clinic and the Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia. The goal was to teach participants what life would be life by changing their eating habits. We spoke with one…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— We’re less than 10 days away from the start of the 40th Annual International Cherry Blossom Festival. Macon-Bibb County Commissioners heard from past Festival Chair, Alex Habersham on Tuesday. He spoke about the impact of the festival and what people can expect this year. He says this will be the most exciting festival yet, but it wouldn’t…