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…
According to a release from the United States Department of Justice, 44 year-old James Stafford engaged in a scheme to evade taxes as he and others underreported gross receipts and omitted cash distributions made to partners, filing false corporate tax returns, and evading their individual income tax liabilities. Stafford also underreported his own income on his individual tax return filed…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Wednesday morning at Warner Robins High School, offensive signage was found to be hanging on the wall. Principal of Warner Robins High School, Chris McCook, sent out a message to parents in response to the signage that was found. He said in the message the signs were immediately removed, and that the school is aware…
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two juvenile students at Jones County High School have been criminally charged in connection to an assault. According to a social media post from the Jones County Sheriff’s Office, a physical assault took place at Jones County High School on March 8th, a little after 12 p.m. involving two juvenile suspects, a male and a female,…
EAST DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested a woman for several felonies involving child cruelty at a child care center in east Dublin. On Wednesday February 2nd, the East Dublin Police Department Chief requested assistance from the GBI in investigating allegations of child abuse at the Roseland Child Care Center. This request came as a…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After taking down #10 Florida State 6-5 in a 10th inning walk-off last Tuesday, the Mercer baseball team upsets #13 Georgia Tech 5-4 just a week later. The scoring began in the top of the third inning when Chandler Simpson hit a sacrifice fly to bring in one run for the Yellow Jackets. Two innings later,…
After a relatively quiet weather day for most of Middle Georgia, we will be starting Wednesday with a bang (I’m talking thunder and lightning). A line of storms will be moving through the area during the morning and early afternoon, bringing the potential for severe weather. Main threats with these storms will be damaging wind gusts, isolated tornadoes, large hail,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— 22 people will serve on the Macon-Bibb County Bicentennial committee. Commissioners appointed them during Tuesday’s Committee of the Whole Meeting. Most of the appointees were in attendance: Alex Habersham Andrea Cooke Anna Roberts Beverly Olson Chris Sheridan Denny Jones Dr. Beverly Glover Dr. Thomas Duval Gary Wheat Jaime Kaplan James Barfield Janice Ross Jim Montgomery Karla Redding…
Toomsboro Development Corporation to purchase 70 acres of propertyToomsboroTOOMSBORO, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— A Wilkinson County town with a population of more than 500 people could double in size soon. 70 acres of property in Toomsboro will soon see new life, and bring in more opportunities to the community. “Well you know anywhere growth and development is needed. We welcome new people to…
Montravius Adams speaks to the students of Dooly County High SchoolVIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Dooly County High School celebrated the return of Montravius Adams. Adams is a Dooly County native, went to college at Auburn University and now plays for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He took some time to speak with students and give them insight in to life as an NFL…
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia Governor Brian Kemp spoke out on his social media that he and his team are working to make temporary suspensions in order to lessen the impact that high gas prices are having on Georgians currently. In the 2 Twitter posts, Kemp said that he would be working with Georgia government through the Georgia House and…
UPDATE: (5:43P.M.)- According to Battalion Chief Todd Alligood, firefighters were called to the scene around 10:30 a.m. No one was inside the building once they arrived. “It’s Fairley common that we come here, I’ve been here three or four times in the last couple months, usually a small spot fires, this time it got away, ” said Chief Alligood. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Have you ever wanted to watch the cherry blossoms in Macon bloom in real-time? Well now you can, as Visit Macon and Wesleyan College are teaming up to present the Macon Bloom Cam for the Cherry Blossom Festival. A release from Wesleyan College goes on to say Macon is the Cherry Blossom Capital of the World,…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two people are dead after an accident in Warner Robins early Tuesday morning. According to a release from the Warner Robins Police Department, a Chevrolet Sonic was traveling east on Watson Boulevard at high speed around 4:54am when it left the roadway and struck a concrete pole near Austin Avenue. The collision caused the vehicle…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Showers are likely around Middle Georgia during the late hours of Tuesday, and another cold front could bring strong to severe storms early Wednesday. Today Cloudy skies will dominate most of Middle Georgia this afternoon, though a few southern counties will see things clear up during the late afternoon and early evening hours. The northern and…