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Fort Valley State mourns the loss of Rayfield Wright

Fort Valley State University is mourning the death of alumnus and former football standout Rayfield Wright.

April 8, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fort Valley State University is mourning the death of alumnus and former football standout Rayfield Wright. Wright’s family announced his death Thursday. Wright was a seventh round draft pick by the Dallas Cowboys in 1967. Playing on the offensive line, Wright played in five super bowls and won two. Wright was elected into the Georgia…

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Downtown Macon businesses say movie filming has increased foot traffic this week

"This is very exciting," Famous Mike's owner Mike Seekins said. "I think it's great for Macon. It has affected us in ways, but like I said, they make sure you're compensated, and I'm pleased with the whole situation."

April 8, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

Part of the set for The Color Purple Musical MovieMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – “The Color Purple” musical started filming in downtown Macon this week. The filming has led to the closure of some streets and businesses. “This is very exciting,” Famous Mike’s owner Mike Seekins said. “I think it’s great for Macon. It has affected us in ways, but like…

Historic Macon’s Flea Market happening this weekend

You can find beautiful antique furniture, artwork, garden accessories, lamps, linens and even holiday décor.

April 8, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you’re looking for some antiques or even just a second-hand item for your home, you’re in luck! Historic Macon is hosting its semi-annual flea market sale this weekend. You can find beautiful antique furniture, artwork, garden accessories, lamps, linens and even holiday décor. We spoke with Pat Donnelly, who has volunteered for the sale for…

Temple Beth Israel dedicates historical marker

German immigrants established Temple Beth Israel in 1859. The building it's in now was built in 1902.

April 8, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

Temple Beth Israel’s historical marker sits outside its building on Cherry street.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — German immigrants established Temple Beth Israel in 1859. The building it’s in now was built in 1902. According to Lawrence Mink, Immediate Past President for the temple, they decided to put up a historical marker two years ago. “A lot of people walk by the…

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Milledgeville missing man found stabbed to death

April 8, 2022

Haley Janes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man has been arrested in connection to the stabbing death of a missing person in Milledgeville. According to Brad King with the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, the Milledgeville Police Department was investigating a missing person case, looking for 24 year-old Brandon Harris of Milledgeville. During the investigation, officers found that 21 year-old James Bonner was…

‘Trains Blocking Roadway’ message boards to be installed in Fort Valley

The message signs will be placed at locations near the railroad crossings on Georgia 7/US 341, Georgia 96, Church Street, and Railroad Street.

April 8, 2022

Clayton Poulnott,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Transportation has a contract with Lumin8 Transportation Technologies of Newnan, Georgia, to to install dynamic message signs to alert drivers of trains blocking roads in Fort Valley. The message signs will be placed at locations near the railroad crossings on Georgia 7/US 341, Georgia 96, Church Street, and Railroad Street. If…

Ask Angi: How Gas Prices Can Affect Your Home Projects

April 8, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — With gas prices at an all-time high, home projects are getting more and more expensive. In today’s Ask Angi segment, Mallory Micetich shares her tips on navigating home projects with rising gas prices. “The high gas prices are already starting to affect both pros and homeowners,” said Micetich “Pros use gas to travel to different job locations and…

Twins from Southwest High School are headed to Columbus State

Shamar and Jamar Clayton will continue their academic and athletic careers at Columbus State University.

April 7, 2022

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Clayton twins, Shamar and Jamar, from Southwest High School, signed their National Letter of Intent to continue their academic and athletic careers at Columbus State University. “This moment is a blessing for me and my twin,” said Shamar. “It’s a meal ticket,” said Jamar. “I’m scared. Like I’m scared and happy at the same time…

Cooler conditions move in for the weekend

April 7, 2022

Cecilia Reeves,

Severe storms moved out of the area earlier today, leaving us with dry air and breezy conditions. A secondary front is moving through the area this evening which will help reinforce the cooler, drier air. High temperatures for the rest of the week will be cooler than normal, in the 60s with lows in the 30s. Dry weather will continue…

Historic Vineville home could be torn down

A meeting was supposed to take place Wednesday about the home's future, but it was moved to next week due to the threat of severe weather.

April 7, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

The Catherine Brewer Benson House on Vineville.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Catherine Brewer Benson House may soon be torn down. Catherine Brewer Benson was the first woman in the world to receive a bachelor’s degree. She received the degree in 1840 after graduating from Wesleyan College. Now there are talks for her home on Vineville Avenue to be torn down…

Bleckley County crews cleaning up after tornado causes destruction

Crews spent Thursday working diligently to clean up the mess caused by Wednesday's storms.

April 7, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

Crews were working to clean up Wednesday’s storm damage on Frank Wood Drive.COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Crews spent Thursday working diligently to clean up the mess caused by Wednesday’s storms. According to Matthew Kelley, the Emergency Management Director for Bleckley County, crews have made a lot of progress so far. He says a tornado hit Cochran and other parts of…

Warner Robins community cleaning up after being hit by EF3 tornado

Crews in Houston County are still cleaning up debris in the Statham's Landing community after a confirmed EF3 tornado hit the area.

April 7, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Warner Robins community clearing up the community after being hit by a tornado (April 7, 2022)Warner RobinsWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The sun was out Thursday morning, but Tuesday afternoon was a different story. Crews in Houston County are still cleaning up debris in the Statham’s Landing community after a confirmed EF3 tornado hit the area. Homeowners Nancy and Larry…

BBB urges caution when hiring a contractor for storm repairs

The Better Business Bureau of Central Georgia is urging the community to be alert for scammers preying on storm victims.

April 7, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

The Better Business Bureau offers tips on staying away from scam contractorsBBBMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Better Business Bureau of Central Georgia is urging the community to be alert for scammers preying on storm victims. In light of the recent storms that hit Middle Georgia, scammers are out to take your money. According to the BBB, if your home has…

Man arrested after authorities serve search warrant on Pursley Street

A 50-year-old man was arrested Thursday after multiple law enforcement agencies served a search warrant on Pursley Street.

April 7, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 50-year-old man was arrested Thursday after multiple law enforcement agencies served a search warrant on Pursley Street. A news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says Tommy Lee Cummings Jr. was arrested. He faces multiple charges: Trafficking in cocaine, illegal drugs, marijuana or methamphetamines Possess/manufacture/distribute etc. marijuana within 1,000 feet…

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Dublin man arrested for murder, child cruelty, assault

April 7, 2022

Haley Janes,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is reporting the arrest of a man charged with murder, child cruelty, and aggravated assault from Dublin. According to the GBI’s release concerning the arrest, the Dublin Police Department responded to a call at an apartment at River View Drive related to a shooting– at around 1:18 p.m. on Wednesday, April…

Living Well With Troy Thompson: Hyperhidrosis

April 7, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Today Troy Thompson and resident Dermatologist Anna M Pare explore Hyperhidrosis and what you can do to treat it. Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating that can happen underarms, palms, bottom of the feet, full face and even the back. There are a few forms of treatment for the condition ranging from topical prescriptions you can get from a doctor…

Woman arrested in connection to Jones County death

Deputies arrested 55-year-old Cynthia Foley of Milledgeville.

April 7, 2022

Shelby Coates,

FoleyGRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Sheriff’s Office makes an arrest in connection to a woman found dead outside her home. Deputies arrested 55-year-old Cynthia Foley of Milledgeville on charges of Involuntary Manslaughter and Reckless Conduct. On Tuesday, March 22nd, deputies received a call about a deceased female. Deputies found 59-year-old Terri Potts dead in the driveway of her home….

Downtown Perry prepares for their annual Dogwood Festival

April 7, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 33rd annual Dogwood Festival is taking place this weekend. The festival will host over 100 vendors. CEO and President of the Perry Chamber Maggie Schuyler said that the city expects to see 10-15 thousand people in downtown. Along with vendors, downtown will have play areas for kids as well. Ivy Rhoades is a manager at…

Mom to Mom: Easter Eggsercise

April 7, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Today, we’re going to be doing some Easter Eggs-ercising. It’s basically a fun way to spruce up your Easter Egg Hunt. You’ll need to get some paper, find some fun exercises that your kids would have a great time with, cut them up and then put them in your eggs and hide them. Now, once we hide them,…

Morning Business Report: Hacks increasing since the Russian invasion

April 7, 2022

Edward Smart,

JPMorgan, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo among other banks are called to eliminate overdraft fees. Frito Lay is honoring female athletes with a special-edition bag of Cracker Jills. You can find the product in stores and at professional ballparks. Hacks have been increasing since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: baseball, frito lay, hacks,…

BS Report: April 5th – Can the Braves Do It Again?

The Braves are heading into Opening Day with a slightly diffrent roster, but are they actually better than last year?

April 6, 2022

David Tufts,

The Braves are heading into Opening Day with a slightly different roster, but are they actually better than last year? Bill Shanks explains why he believes history could repeat itself this season. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Braves, MLB, Opening Day

Storm damage cleanup continues on Wimbish Road in Macon

Crews were out Wednesday repairing power lines and cleaning up damage along Wimbish Road and Willow Creek Drive in Macon.

April 6, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

Crews work to remove a tree that fell on a home in Willow Creek condominiums.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Crews were out Wednesday repairing power lines and cleaning up damage along Wimbish Road and Willow Creek Drive in Macon. We spoke with residents who live in Willow Creek Condominiums who were still without power at noon. A tree fell on Virginia…

Twiggs County cleans up storm damage while preparing for more storms

Twiggs County is working to clean up destruction from Tuesday's storms ahead of more expected storms.

April 6, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Twiggs County is working to clean up destruction from Tuesday’s storms ahead of more expected storms. At least eight homes were destroyed during Tuesday’s event, according to Twiggs County Emergency Management Director, Jack Wood. He says all of the county’s man power Wednesday went to cleaning up Tuesday’s damage. “My guys will be staged out in…

Macon-Bibb Commission approves construction of courtrooms in Macon Mall

Macon-Bibb Commissioners approved Tuesday construction of two courtrooms at the Macon Mall.

April 6, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Courtroom construction approved for the Macon MallMacon MallMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb Commissioners approved Tuesday construction of two courtrooms at the Macon Mall. About $4 million in 2018 SPLOST revenue will be used for the project. “When we shut down for those 14 to 18 months, we developed an incredible back log,” Chief Judge Howard Simms said. “People didn’t stop…

Fort Valley State University is mourning the death of alumnus and former football standout Rayfield Wright.

"This is very exciting," Famous Mike's owner Mike Seekins said. "I think it's great for Macon. It has affected us in ways, but like I said, they make sure you're compensated, and I'm pleased with the whole situation."

You can find beautiful antique furniture, artwork, garden accessories, lamps, linens and even holiday décor.

German immigrants established Temple Beth Israel in 1859. The building it's in now was built in 1902.

The message signs will be placed at locations near the railroad crossings on Georgia 7/US 341, Georgia 96, Church Street, and Railroad Street.

Shamar and Jamar Clayton will continue their academic and athletic careers at Columbus State University.

A meeting was supposed to take place Wednesday about the home's future, but it was moved to next week due to the threat of severe weather.

Crews spent Thursday working diligently to clean up the mess caused by Wednesday's storms.

Crews in Houston County are still cleaning up debris in the Statham's Landing community after a confirmed EF3 tornado hit the area.

The Better Business Bureau of Central Georgia is urging the community to be alert for scammers preying on storm victims.

A 50-year-old man was arrested Thursday after multiple law enforcement agencies served a search warrant on Pursley Street.

Deputies arrested 55-year-old Cynthia Foley of Milledgeville.

The Braves are heading into Opening Day with a slightly diffrent roster, but are they actually better than last year?

Crews were out Wednesday repairing power lines and cleaning up damage along Wimbish Road and Willow Creek Drive in Macon.

Twiggs County is working to clean up destruction from Tuesday's storms ahead of more expected storms.

Macon-Bibb Commissioners approved Tuesday construction of two courtrooms at the Macon Mall.

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