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Dozens attend Macon Mall Amphitheater input sessions

Dozens of people attended two input sessions Thursday for the Macon Mall Amphitheater project where they met with members of the design team.

March 3, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A few dozen people attended two input sessions Thursday for the Macon Mall Amphitheater project. Residents got a chance to share their concerns and ideas with representatives from Macon-Bibb County and the amphitheater design team. Essie Morgan, who’s lived in Macon her entire life, says she was concerned when she heard about plans to build a…

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Middle Georgia business owner announces candidacy for Houston County commissioner

Shane Gottwals, owner of Gottwals Books, has announced his candidacy for Houston County Commissioner District 2.

March 3, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

Shane GottwalsWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Shane Gottwals, owner of Gottwals Books, has announced his candidacy for Houston County Commissioner District 2. He made the announcement at the Houston County annex building Thursday. The middle Georgia businessman says he wants to make Houston County an attractive place to live, work and worship. Gottwals says he thinks Houston County is in…

Floyd Griffin announces run for Georgia Secretary of State

Former State Senator and Milledgeville Mayor Floyd Griffin is running for Georgia Secretary of State.

March 3, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT ) — Former State Senator and Milledgeville Mayor Floyd Griffin is running for Georgia Secretary of State. He made an official announcement Thursday morning outside the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections. Griffin says he wants to build trust back in the election process. He promised to appoint a female deputy to the office if elected. Griffin also…

Macon liquor store takes stand against Russia

Macon Beverage Outlet has moved its Russian vodkas to the bottom shelf and has also turned the bottles around to hide the labels.

March 3, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

New Ukrainian Vodka at the Macon Beverage OutletMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Beverage Outlet has moved its Russian vodkas to the bottom shelf and has also turned the bottles around to hide the labels. The moves follow Russia’s recent invasion of Ukraine. The liquor store is now offering Khor, a Ukrainian-based vodka. “They’re not huge sellers,” Wine and Spirits Consultant…

Georgia College brings back in-person Spring Musical for first time since 2020

The Spring Musical at Georgia College is back, making it the first in-person musical performance there since the start of the pandemic in 2020.

March 3, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Georgia College first Spring in person musical since 2020MusicalMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Spring Musical at Georgia College is back, making it the first in-person musical performance there since the start of the pandemic in 2020. The college says the pandemic impacted students who were heavily involved in theater, which resulted in them finding other ways to perform, including virtual…

Milledgeville teacher aspires to turn property into non-profit educational farm

Debbie Waugh, a teacher at Central Georgia Technical College, will soon retire to work full-time on her farm.

March 3, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Milledgeville Teacher to turn property into non-profit educational farmEducational FarmMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Debbie Waugh, a teacher at Central Georgia Technical College, will soon retire to work full-time on her farm. Waugh says her goal is to turn her 20-acre property into a non-profit educational farm for students. Her goal is to teach others about the beauty of nature. “I…

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Warner Robins Police Department offering $8,000 through CrimeStoppers to whoever solves 2016 homicide

March 3, 2022

41NBC Web Producer,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– The Warner Robins Police Department is announcing that they will reward $8,000 to whoever provides information to help solve an unsolved homicide that occurred in 2016. According to a social media post from the WRPD, on October 23rd of 2016 officers were sent to the 100 block of Ruth Ct., in reference to a person who…

Dublin VA Medical Center says so far, sterilization concerns haven’t caused any infections

March 3, 2022

Haley Janes,

DUBLIN, Georgia– The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin has provided an update concerning the current testing results following sterile processing concerns. In early February, the VA center sent out 4,600 letters to veterans in Middle Georgia, warning any who had a procedure at the VA within the last year to get tested for blood pathogens like hepatitis B,…

New Macon Amphitheater public input sessions held Thursday

March 3, 2022

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– The City of Macon-Bibb is looking for the public’s input concerning the design of the amphitheater that is on it’s way to Macon. An announcement from the city invites the people of Macon-Bibb to come out to 2 public input sessions on Thursday, March 3rd, at the Macon Mall to offer their opinions and ideas concerning the…

Mom To Mom: St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Snack

Mom to Mom: Rainbow Snacks for St. Patrick’s Day

March 3, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Want something sweet to help celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Here’s how you can make your very own rainbow in a cup! You’re going to need some of the Skittles, mini marshmallows and some Rolos. Now we can assemble this fun rainbow in a cup. First, you want to take your mini marshmallows and put them in the cup….

Hooked on Science: Balloon Rocket

March 3, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Science Guy Jason Lindsey shows us this week how a rocket balloon works! Using common household items like string, a straw, a piece of tape and a long balloon, we see that the balloon shoots across the string thanks to a handy scientific law known as Newton’s Third Law of Motion. The Third Law of Motion states that…

Morning Business Report: Russian Ruble now worth less than 1 cent

March 3, 2022

Edward Smart,

Russia appears to have officially declared cyberwar on the U.S. The New York Post reports that big U.S. banks are under constant attacks by cyber criminals looking to steal client information. The Russian Ruble is now worth less than 1 cent. Western nations and investors have been quick to dump Russian investments. Babysitting costs jumped 11% in 2021, outpacing inflation…

Wildfire threats on the rise as warm and dry conditions hang around

March 3, 2022

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Humidity values around Middle Georgia are going to be extremely low this afternoon. Today We began Thursday on a clear and cool note as temperatures around Middle Georgia ranged from the low 40s into the lower 50s this morning. Skies were completely clear to kick things off once again as well, though a few clouds may…

Man shot on Arkwright Road

March 3, 2022

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of one person shot. The incident was reported to have occurred just after 11:20p.m Wednesday night ,in the 3900 block of Arkwright Road. The male victim was transported to the hospital by ambulance. He is listed to be in critical but stable condition at this time. We’ll…

GHSA basketball playoff quarterfinals scores and highlights

Middle Georgia high schools send six teams to Final Four

March 3, 2022

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The GHSA high school basketball quarterfinals tipped off last night. Here are scores from the Middle Georgia schools still in the competition. Girls scores: In 5A, Warner Robins moves into the Final Four with a 63-56 victory over Greenbrier. The Demonettes will face Woodward Academy Saturday at 6 p.m. at Fort Valley State University. In 4A,…

BS Report: March 2nd – Negotiations Failed

More bad news for baseball fans as the opening games of the season have been cancelled with no hope of a deal in sight.

March 2, 2022

David Tufts,

More bad news for baseball fans as the opening games of the season have been cancelled with no hope of a deal in sight. Bill Shanks has some words about who’s responsible and what this means for the future of America’s favorite pastime. Categories: Sports Tags: MLB, mlb-lockout, rob-manfred

Mercer baseball upsets 10th ranked Florida State

Mercer begins season 8-1.

March 2, 2022

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mercer baseball team took down the 10th ranked team in the nation, the Florida State Seminoles, 6-5 last night. The Bears would enter the 9th inning down 3-5. Mercer’s first two batters of the inning, Trevor Austin and Wesley Franklin would take walks, and then both would advance to second and third base on a…

Washington County Sheriff’s Office investigating drive-by shooting in Tennille

A Washington County Sheriff's Office Facebook post Wednesday said one home was damaged by gunfire.

March 2, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

TENNILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a drive-by shooting on Easy Street in Tennille. That’s according to a post on the sheriff’s office’s Facebook page Wednesday night, which said one home was damaged by gunfire. The post did not mention any injuries. We’ve reached out to the sheriff’s office for more information and are…

Staying warm and dry this week

March 2, 2022

Cecilia Reeves,

High temperatures in Middle Georgia once again warmed into the 80s this afternoon, making for a great spring afternoon. Thanks to dry air in place over the region, we will still be seeing a pretty cool night tonight, with lows in the mid 40s. High pressure will slowly be pushing east through the day tomorrow and into Friday. This will…

Wrightsville disabled children’s home owner arrested, charged with cruelty to children

62-year-old David Fahey was arrested and charged with four counts of felony cruelty to children and three counts of felony false imprisonment.

March 2, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Wrightsville man is now in custody on charges of felony cruelty to children and three counts of felony false imprisonment. According to a Georgia Bureau of Investigation news release, 62-year-old David Fahey was arrested after a nearly two-month long investigation into allegations of abuse of disabled adults and children at King’s Cleft, located at 159…

New VA Center coming to Perry

Construction will start later this year, and the facility is expected to open in December of 2023.

March 2, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Eastgate Shopping Center has been nearly vacant for several years, but not anymore. Ashley Hardin, Economic Development Administrator for the City of Perry, says a development and investment company bought the property in January to turn it into a new VA clinic. “About 48,000 square feet remaining in this building will be renovated, gutted, and…

Macon Mayhem players help students celebrate Read Across America Day

Springdale Elementary is promoting reading on Dr. Seuss' birthday.

March 2, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

Macon Mayhem players reading to Springdale Elementary studentsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Schools across America celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday Wednesday. March 2 is Read Across America Day and also the writer’s birthday. The Macon Mayhem, Macon’s Southern Professional Hockey League team, visited Springdale Elementary School to read to students. Players read Dr. Seuss books to the students and even let students…

National Pet Adoption Week serves as reminder of pet responsibilities

Local shelters are reminding people of factors to consider when adopting an animal.

March 2, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It’s National Pet Adoption Week this week! Local shelters are reminding people of factors to consider when adopting an animal. The Humane Society of Houston County says you should think about the time commitment and expenses that come with adopting a pet and also the yearly cost of vaccines and shots. Boarding costs are also a…

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BBB offers tips for protecting your money on financial apps after man accuses roommates of theft

The Better Business Bureau suggests keeping your accounts locked and to use a two-step password verification. Also, avoid banking with apps like CashApp or PayPal.

March 2, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

Antonio Walker Walker told investigators his roommates stole his phone and used Cash App to send the money to their own bank accounts. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking into the matter as a theft. The Better Business Bureau suggests keeping your accounts locked and to use a two-step password verification. Also, avoid banking with apps like CashApp or…

Dozens of people attended two input sessions Thursday for the Macon Mall Amphitheater project where they met with members of the design team.

Shane Gottwals, owner of Gottwals Books, has announced his candidacy for Houston County Commissioner District 2.

Former State Senator and Milledgeville Mayor Floyd Griffin is running for Georgia Secretary of State.

Macon Beverage Outlet has moved its Russian vodkas to the bottom shelf and has also turned the bottles around to hide the labels.

The Spring Musical at Georgia College is back, making it the first in-person musical performance there since the start of the pandemic in 2020.

Debbie Waugh, a teacher at Central Georgia Technical College, will soon retire to work full-time on her farm.

Middle Georgia high schools send six teams to Final Four

More bad news for baseball fans as the opening games of the season have been cancelled with no hope of a deal in sight.

Mercer begins season 8-1.

A Washington County Sheriff's Office Facebook post Wednesday said one home was damaged by gunfire.

62-year-old David Fahey was arrested and charged with four counts of felony cruelty to children and three counts of felony false imprisonment.

Construction will start later this year, and the facility is expected to open in December of 2023.

Springdale Elementary is promoting reading on Dr. Seuss' birthday.

Local shelters are reminding people of factors to consider when adopting an animal.

The Better Business Bureau suggests keeping your accounts locked and to use a two-step password verification. Also, avoid banking with apps like CashApp or PayPal.

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