(41NBC/WMGT) — Today we are going to make some leprechaun bait, this is just a fun way to get your kids involved and excited about St. Patrick’s Day, and it’s delicious. You’re going to need some Chex Mix, some Lucky Charms (preferably the limited edition ones since they have clover shaped marshmallows), popcorn, M&M’s (green ones are preferable), some pretzels,…
Just as we start to warm up to around normal, another storm system will be bringing rain to Middle Georgia. Overnight, we will see some increase in our cloud cover ahead of a storm system that is already bringing heavy rain an storms to parts of Texas. Tuesday you can expect some patchy fog to start the day, otherwise partly…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Stacey Abrams made several stops around Georgia Monday, including one in Houston County where she met with voters at The Pond to talk about her goals if she’s elected governor. “If we expand Medicaid to cover people based on their income, not whether they have children or disabilities, we suddenly cover people 18 years and…
Bibb County Sheriff’s reports an increase in the pine straw scamPine Straw ScamMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Spring is near, and your garden may be blooming, but so is a door-to-door pine straw scam. Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Tim James with the Outreach Section of the Department describes what the scam is and how it works. “What’s going to happen…
Tubman Museum Women’s History Brunch.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Tubman Museum held a brunch Monday afternoon to highlight women who are helping Macon move forward. Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney Anita Howard was in attendance and was recognized for her work in Macon. Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick was not in attendance but was also recognized. “We want to make…
Students at Ingram-pye Elementary MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Local restaurants and schools celebrated ‘Pi Day’ Monday. Pi, or 3.14, is part of the equation to find the circumference of a circle. Ingram-Pye Elementary School celebrated by recognizing students for their leadership in and out the classroom. “We did highlight some of their genius in terms of talent, in singing, dancing,…
NCAA basketball tournament begins next week with sports betting now legal in 30 states. Legal wagering could jump as much as $3 billion this year. U.S. gas prices edged lower over the weekend after reaching all-time highs last week. IRS is looking to hire more than 5,000 additional workers in the middle of tax season. The nickel in a nickel…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Clear conditions will continue to hang around Middle Georgia as a new week begins. Today Cold weather made a big return over the weekend after a powerful cold front brought snow to northern Georgia and powerful winds and frigid temperatures to the majority of the state. This morning was no different as most of Middle Georgia…
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Commercial Robbery by Snatching of the Krystal, located at 3909 Bloomfield Road just after 01:30 a.m. Sunday. It was reported that a male subject had pulled into the drive through and ordered a meal. When he pulled to the drive through window, he snatched money from the cash register. Once the individual…
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has provided an update on the case through an incident report in which the circumstances surrounding the Saturday night shooting have been revealed. According to the report, the family of the victim say that the victim and his siblings were laying in bed watching TV when several shots were fired and everyone in the…
We have been stuck in the clouds today, but storms are on the way tonight across Georgia. A cold front will be moving through Middle Georgia during the early morning hours Saturday bringing a big change to our weather. Initially we could see a few pop up supercells ahead of the main line of storms, these could become severe. Timing…
Atrium Health Navicent Parade of LightsAtrium Health NavicentMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Atrium Health Navicent healthcare workers were celebrated across Middle Georgia on Friday. Friday marked the close of the second year of the pandemic. First responders held a parade of lights for healthcare workers in Baldwin and Peach Counties, as well as Macon-Bibb. “This last time we saw very few…
MCINTYRE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Senator Jon Ossoff helped secure $6.3 million in funding for McIntyre’s new sewage system. Previously, residents of McIntyre were relying on septic tanks to dispose of waste. Lines will now be put into place, connecting a homeowner’s system to the treatment center. The Chairman of the Wilkinson County Commission, Michael Gotell, says the sewage problem had…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four artists from around the country designed several sculptures for the 567 Sculpture Walk. Each sculpture is available for purchase. Some sculptures are already in place, including the one on DT Walton Sr. Way near the Walton building. The sculptures will be available to view for a year. Categories: Bibb County, Featured, Local News Tags: 567…
Bibb Fire Department highlights reminders for Daylight Saving timeDaylight Saving timeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday, and the Macon-Bibb Fire Department has some tips to keep in mind as the time jumps forward an hour. The department says it’s a good time to change the batteries in your smoke detector. You should change the batteries at…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — $8 million in federal funding will go to the Georgia Department of Transportation to determine the feasibility of a high-speed rail system from Atlanta to Savannah. Senator Jon Ossoff pushed for the initiative. The funding passed through the senate and the house Thursday night, We spoke with Greg Boike, Director of Public Administration for the Middle…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Students at Central High School got a college visit unlike any other Friday. Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University, also known as FAMU, brought its president’s tour all the way from Tallahassee to Macon. Students were able to visit with different school departments and attend a presentation complete with a Broadway style performance. We spoke with the…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Senator Jon Ossoff is making good on his promise to expand the CareConnect facility in Fort Valley. He was able to get $430,000 for the expansion of the 1000 square foot facility. The funding passed both the house and the senate. Senator Ossoff said in February that the expansion of CareConnect would allow for more…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Cherry Blossom Festival is just a week away, and rides are already on-site at Carolyn Crayton Park. There are about 35 rides this year, including a brand new ride called Jekyll and Hyde, which takes thrill seekers to a height of about 130 feet. James Graybeal, Road Manager for The Drew Exposition, says this year’s…
Americans are making changes to their driving habits as U.S. gas prices surge beyond $4 a gallon. U.S. average gas prices surged 70 cents in two weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. United Airlines to let unvaccinated workers return. The carrier will allow employees back in non-customer-facing roles who got religious or medical exemptions from COVID-19 vaccine mandates. American…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Messy weather will hang around the southern half of the Peach State Friday afternoon, and a cold front overnight will bring strong storms to Middle Georgia. Today The mild, humid, and wet trend continued for another morning around Middle Georgia, and several spots began the day with some fog. It will overall be a cool day…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Southwest High School student-athlete Travion Searcy, signed a National Letter of Intent with Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio. During his time at Southwest, Searcy played basketball and football. He spoke about what it means to be a student-athlete and gave advice for younger athletes. “Being a student-athlete is hard, but you got to do it….
We are getting a nice break from the rain this evening across Middle Georgia, but more rain and even severe storms are on the way Friday. We will be watching closely as several round of showers and storms move north from the Gulf of Mexico. Showers will start during the morning hours, with mainly light to moderate rain. By the…
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…