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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Gallery West in Macon hosts pop-up art show this weekend

Gallery West on Third Street in downtown Macon is hosting a cartoon pop-up art show Friday, February 18 through Sunday, February 20 that features 60 art pieces by the late Ron Campbell.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Gallery West hosts Pop Up Art ShowArt ShowMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you want to take a trip down memory lane with all your favorite cartoon characters, you have a chance this weekend. Gallery West on Third Street in downtown Macon is hosting a cartoon pop-up art show Friday, February 18 through Sunday, February 20 that features 60 art pieces…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Rigby’s Entertainment Complex hosting 5th annual Oyster Festival Saturday

Rigby's Entertainment Complex is Warner Robins is hosting its fifth annual Oyster Festival Saturday.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Rigby’s Entertainment Complex hosts 5th annual Oyster FestivalOyster FestivalWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Rigby’s Entertainment Complex is Warner Robins is hosting its fifth annual Oyster Festival Saturday. Event organizers expect hundreds to attend. Oysters are the main dish, but there will be other seafood options available. Admission is $5 for anyone 12 and up and free for those younger than…

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Featured, Jones County, Local News, WMGT

Garden group passes out tree seedlings to celebrate Arbor Day

The seedlings come with directions on how to properly care for the tree and a thank you note from the Gray Garden Club.
Cameron Branscomb,

Gray Garden Club Members passing Dogwood seedlings.GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Gray Garden Club and Keep Jones Beautiful passed out free dogwood seedlings at the Gray Ace hardware store Friday in honor of Arbor Day. The seedlings come with directions on how to properly care for the tree and a thank you note from the Gray Garden Club. “We just…

Ask Angi: Renovating A Rental
Ask Angi, Featured

Ask Angi: Renovating a Rental

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Updating your rental property is a great way to catch the attention of prospective renters, but where to start? Mallory Micetich a home care expert at Angi is here to walk you through some simple renovations that will make all the difference! “If you want to spruce up your rental property, start by renovating the kitchen,” said Micetich…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Cooler and drier conditions are back for the weekend

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cold and dry air is moving into the Peach State in the cold front’s wake. Today It was the warmest morning of the week across all of Middle Georgia as several spots around the regions recorded their 24 hour high for today during the overnight hours. The storms were luckily not very strong by the time…

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Sports

Rant and Rave: February 18th – 15 Minutes of Lame

After a 15 minute meeting, MLB Lockout continues, and now threatens the entire season.
David Tufts,

After a 15 minute meeting, MLB Lockout continues, and now threatens the entire season. Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent discuss this and the Hawks playoff chances and NASCAR. Categories: Sports
Crime, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Three plead guilty in gun possession, drug distribution investigation

According to court documents, Purnell, Blackshear, and White were under investigation from May to July 2021.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Three men have pleaded guilty to federal charges in connection to an ongoing investigation into illegal gun possession and drug distribution centered around Macon. 43-year-old Chadrick Purnell, plead guilty to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He faces up to ten years followed by at least three years of probation and a $250,000 fine. His…

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Elections, Featured, Houston County, Local News, Politics, WMGT

Houston County Commissioner resigns, announces run for Chairmanship

The seat is currently held by Chairman Tommy Stalnaker, who announced earlier this week, he's resigning at the end of the year.
Ariel Schiller,

KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Houston County Post 4 Commissioner, Dan Perdue, announced he’s resigning from his current post to run for the Post 1 Chairmanship. The seat is currently held by Chairman Tommy Stalnaker, who announced earlier this week, he’s resigning at the end of the year. Perdue made his announcement at a news conference Thursday afternoon, and Chairman Stalnaker endorsed…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller considering red light cameras

Red light cameras currently don't exist in Macon-Bibb County, but Mayor Lester Miller says he's considering them.
Ariel Schiller,

Mayor Miller posted to his Facebook page asking for opinions, and says the comments are evenly split. “A lot of people want to look at that in their areas,” he said. “There are several red lights they want to look at that at. Some people think it’s just a revenue trap. There are some issues where people are concerned about…

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Bibb County, Education, Local News, WMGT

Rutland High School hosts first ‘Amazing Shake’ Career Event

Rutland High School seniors got a first-person look Thursday at what it's like going to a job interview.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Rutland High School seniors got a first-person look Thursday at what it’s like going to a job interview. The school held its first ‘Amazing Shake’ Career Event, during which students participated in mock interviews with local business professionals. They practiced their eye contact, listening and questioning skills. Student Harsah Patel says the event will help him…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

New Cherry Blossom Trees planted in Carolyn Crayton Park

Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller and Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful planted two cherry blossom trees at Carolyn Crayton Park Thursday.
Cameron Branscomb,

Mayor Lester Miller and Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful committeeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller and Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful planted two cherry blossom trees at Carolyn Crayton Park Thursday. The two trees are slightly different from the typical trees seen in Macon. “The Helen Taft, which is what we planted today, is a cross between a Yoshino cherry and a…

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Bibb County, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb Planning and Zoning approves new community center in Pleasant Hill Neighborhood

If you live in the Pleasant Hill Neighborhood, you've probably seen a sign hinting at a new community center.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

New Community Center WebsitePleasant Hill NeighborhoodMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you live in the Pleasant Hill Neighborhood, you’ve probably seen a sign hinting at a new community center. The building, located at 283 Grant Avenue, is now slated to be just that after receiving approval from Macon-Bibb Planning and Zoning on Monday. It was previously a church. The center will…

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Local News, Weather

Strong storms possible overnight, cooler Friday

Cecilia Reeves,

Today was a warm and muggy day in Middle Georgia, but that will be coming to an end as a cold front moves through tonight. A line of showers and storms ahead of the front will be moving into Middle Georgia after midnight and some could be strong. As the line of storms moves through, we will likely see it…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Black Excellence Awards happening in Macon Saturday

The 4th annual Black Excellence Awards are happening this Saturday, February 19.
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 4th annual Black Excellence Awards are happening this Saturday, February 19. The awards highlight black community leaders and members who are making a change for the better in their neighborhoods. The awards show focuses on bringing together the entire community. “It doesn’t get exposed or it doesn’t get the notoriety that it deserves,” Carl Myer,…

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Baldwin County, Crime, Featured, Local News

Baldwin County man arrested in connection to murder on Towns Street in Milledgeville

Haley Janes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Baldwin County man has been arrested in connection to the murder of a 30 year-old Milledgeville woman. According to Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office records, Johnny Lee Chapple was arrested on February 15th at 3:58 p.m. Chapple is being charged with multiple violent and drug related crimes. In the booking report, Chapple is listed as being…

Tech Report: Zuckerberg Names Employees "metamates", Google Attempts To Stop Tracking Across Apps.
Tech Report

Tech Report: Zuckerberg names employees “MetaMates”, Google attempts to stop tracking across apps.

Tyvonte' Maxwell,

Google looks to embrace new restrictions on privacy to stop tracking. Hosting an Airbnb could be the new future to families due to rising inflation. Mark Zuckerberg wants employees to refer to each other as “MetaMates”. Value of food orders increase as DoorDash goes up 30% in record-high numbers. Categories: Tech Report Tags: doordash, Google, inflation, Zuckerberg
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb County Sheriff David Davis out of office for cancer treatment

Haley Janes,

Bibb County Sheriff David DavisMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County Sheriff David Davis is currently undergoing cancer treatment and will be away from work for a short period. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Davis has been diagnosed with leukemia, and has been admitted to Emory University Hospital for treatment. BCSO says the prognosis for his recovery is…

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Dodge County, Featured, Local News

Two Dodge County teens die after wreck on Kate Parkerson Road

Haley Janes,

Photo Credits to Dodge County SchoolsEASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two teens are dead after a wreck in Dodge County on Tuesday. The Georgia State Patrol reports that on February 15th, around 5:07 p.m., 18 year-old Cameron Powell was driving in a red Chevrolet Impala along Kate Parkerson Road with passenger 15 year-old Ethan Holder. According to the GSP, Powell lost…

Tech Report: Gambling Wins Big In Super Bowl, Phones And Other Products Are Affected By 3g Shutdown
Featured, Tech Report

Tech Report: Gambling wins big in Super Bowl, Phones and other products are affected by 3G shutdown

Edward Smart,

The Super Bowl does big numbers for gambling operations. Older phones and other products look to be affected by the shutdown of 3G network. Roblox is hit with low earning numbers as gaming madness is declining. There’s a new game on the block, and it’s called Wordle. Categories: Featured, Tech Report Tags: 3G, Jane King, Super Bowl, Tech Report, wordle

Morning Business Report: Americans Plan To Travel More In 2022 Despite Omicron Surge
Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Americans plan to travel more in 2022 despite Omicron surge

Edward Smart,

Four out of five car shoppers overpaid in January. Cadillac customers are paying 4 thousand dollars above list price, the most of any car. The gambling industry shattered revenue records in 2021, and average age of casino goers fell from 49 to 44 years old. Despite Omicron surge, Americans are likely to make good on their resolutions to travel more…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Strong to severe storms possible Thursday night

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A cold front arriving tonight could bring some strong to severe storms to Middle Georgia. Today It was a humid morning to begin the day as cloud cover began to fill in quickly ahead of the sunrise. Temperatures this morning were the warmest so far this week, and some of us could have an even warmer…
Featured, Local News, Twiggs County

Two arrested in Twiggs County drug bust

41NBC Web Producer,

TWIGGS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Two people are behind bars after a drug bust in Twiggs County. According to a press release, on Friday February 11th, Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office Deputies and Investigators served a search warrant on Knight Road. A large amount of Methamphetamine, Heroin, marijuana, pain patches, and fentanyl was located inside the residence. Mr. Kelly Cleary, and Tamara…