Bibb County, Business, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Leaders host dedication for H and H mural

A long-awaited mural honoring a famous Macon eatery music groups like the Allman Brothers Band frequented is finally complete.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A long-awaited mural honoring a famous Macon eatery music groups like the Allman Brothers Band frequented is finally complete. The mural, located on a wall outside H and H in downtown Macon, has the faces of Mama Louise and her longtime business partner, the late Mama Inez Hill. The Allman Brothers are also on the mural….

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Business, Entertainment, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Local businesses host ‘Anti-Valentine’s Day’ celebrations

Even if you're not single, the commercialization of the holiday can be too much for some.
Ariel Schiller,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Valentine’s Day can be annoying if you’re single. Even if you’re not single, the commercialization of the holiday can be too much for some. That’s why Hazard’s in Perry decided to throw an ‘Anti-Valentine’s Day’ party Friday night. “We have a big Voodoo doll, and we have little ones that you can color in and…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

‘Buy Black Downtown Macon Tour’ back for second year, hoping for more foot traffic

The "Buy Black Downtown Macon Tour" is back for its second year.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Buy Black Downtown Macon Tour returns for second yearMaconMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The “Buy Black Downtown Macon Tour” is back for its second year. It’s happening Saturday afternoon. The tour got its start back in 2020 as a way of highlighting Black businesses in Macon. Downtown Macon has more than 400 businesses, and just 11% of them are Black-owned. It’s…

Rant and Rave
Sports

Rant and Rave: February 11th – Super Bowl Sunday

We've got an interesting contest this year for the Super Bowl on 41NBC!
David Tufts,

We’ve got an interesting contest this year for the Super Bowl on 41NBC! Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent make their picks for the winner and the MVP, and more this week. Categories: Sports

Bs Report: February 10th Spring Training In Jeopardy
Sports

BS Report: February 10th – Spring Training in Jeopardy

As negotiations stall and the lockout continues, baseball fans may miss out on a yearly staple.
David Tufts,

As negotiations stall and the lockout continues, baseball fans may miss out on a yearly staple. Spring training is the next sports milestone after the Super Bowl and Bill Shanks, for one, is not happy that its fate is in jeopardy. Categories: Sports

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Featured, Georgia News, Local News

Chief Justice Nahmias of Supreme Court of Georgia resigns

Haley Janes,

Photo Credit to Supreme Court of GeorgiaATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Chief Justice Nahmias announced Friday, February 11th, that he will be resigning from the Supreme Court of Georgia. According to a release from the Supreme Court of Georgia, Nahmias’ exit will be effective July 17th of 2022, the last day of the court’s next term. Chief Justice Nahmias made note…

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

Two Macon men arrested for several gun and drug related charges involving cocaine, marijuana, Xanax, and more

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two men were arrested in connection to drug trafficking and gun charges on Thursday morning. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, the search warrants connected to the suspects were served next door to each other, at residences on Augusta Avenue and Riggins Mill Road. Officers seized 62 pounds of marijuana, 3.5 ounces of cocaine, 5.5…

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Crime, Featured, Local News

Warner Robins man arrested for possession of several drugs including Methamphetamines, MDMA pills, marijuana

Haley Janes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Narcotics Investigators along with a few other agencies have arrested a Warner Robins man in connection to several drug violations. According to a social media post from the Warner Robins Police Department, 39 year-old Ricky Lane Jernigan of Warner Robins was arrested at the 100 block of Arnold Blvd on Thursday night,…

Tech Report: Moviepass Could Be Making A Comeback, Nike Tests Nft's Trademark Law
Tech Report, Technology

Tech Report: Moviepass could be making a comeback, Nike tests NFT’s trademark law

Tyvonte' Maxwell,

Twitter earns 6 million active users daily during the fourth quarter of 2021. Co-founder of “Moviepass”, Stacy Spikes, is committed to revive the movie streaming service. Apple sets up airtag updates to prevent unwelcomed tracking. Nike is testing NFT trademark law by suing resellers. Categories: Tech Report, Technology Tags: apple, Moviepass, nike, twitter

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Featured, Georgia News, Local News

Georgia Power Foundation invests $80,000 to support family justice centers, including Macon

Haley Janes,

ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Power Foundation is investing $80,000 to support family justice centers– one of which is located in Middle Georgia. A release from the office of Governor Brian Kemp says these developments will be coming to Macon-Bibb, Cobb, and Ware Counties, and describes the centers as a convenient location where victims and their families can receive…

Ask Angi: Pro Vs Diy Help
Ask Angi, Featured

Ask Angi: Hiring a Pro vs DIY Help

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Buying and maintaining a home is a lot of work and no one expects you to have all of the answers. There’s no easy manual for how to take care of your home, especially if it’s your first time owning. “One question we get all the time is ‘How do I know when to hire a pro and…

Mom To Mom: Valentine's Day Minions
Entertainment, Featured, Mom to Mom

Mom to Mom: Valentine’s Day Minions

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Mandy Williamson has another special and recognizable treat for you to make for your family on Valentine’s Day! First, you’re going to need some Twinkies, then you’re going to need some construction paper in blue, black, and red, some tape and some googly eyes. You just want to start with your blue construction paper and kind of cut…

Morning Business Report: Auto Companies Impacted By Truckers Protest In Canada
Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Auto companies impacted by truckers protest in Canada

Edward Smart,

Auto companies are being impacted by the truckers protest in Canada. Truckers are blocking bridges making it harder to get parts there and back. A judge rules that Hertz must make car theft complaint data public. CBS claims Hertz had wrongly accused some people, even those who didn’t rent a car from Hertz. American Airlines to offer hot meals again…

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Dodge County, Featured, Laurens County, Local News, Telfair County, Weather, Wheeler County, Wilcox County

Rain chances for this weekend are almost negligible

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A stubborn high pressure system has severely limited rain chances for this weekend. Today We will continue to see sunny conditions around Middle Georgia as we head into the weekend. Our highs today will be a couple of degrees warmer than yesterday across the board, resulting in most of the region climbing over 70 degrees this…

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Featured, Local News, Twiggs County

Two behind bars after drug bust in Twiggs County

41NBC Web Producer,

TWIGGS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two people are behind bars in Twiggs County after a search warrant leads to a drug bust. According to a release from the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office a warrant was served at a home on Oakview Drive in East Twiggs County. Deputies located marijuana, methamphetamines, firearms, money, and items used to manufacture and distribute narcotics….

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Local News, Weather

Staying warm this week

Cecilia Reeves,

Temperatures made it back into the 70s this afternoon across Middle Georgia. More 70s are on the way Friday, as high pressure continues to move closer to the area. Sunshine will be hanging around as well, with just a few high clouds during the morning. Saturday will be our last warm day for a little while, but clouds will start…
Education, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

City of Perry celebrates Black History Month

The City of Perry is honoring distinguished African Americans who have made an impact on the city with its banner project.
Ariel Schiller,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — You may notice new banners going up around the City of Perry this month. They’re for Black History Month. Each banner recognizes a distinguished African American who’s made an impact on the city. One of the people recognized with a banner is downtown manager Jazmin Thomas. Thomas’ great grandmother is also featured on a banner. She…
Business, Entertainment, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Middle Georgia venues hosting big game celebrations

The Big Game is happening this weekend, and you can only watch it on 41NBC.
Ariel Schiller,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Big Game is happening this weekend, and you can only watch it on 41NBC. Several venues are hosting watch parties, including the Patio at Rigby’s. The newly renovated patio opens Friday, The game will play on a big screen blow up TV at the end of the patio area. They’ll also have it playing…

Over A Decade Later, The Mercer Men's Golf Team Has A Familiar Face Leading The Program
Local Sports, Sports

Over a decade later, the Mercer men’s golf team has a familiar face leading the program

Jason Payne returns to Mercer as the men's golf head coach over a decade later.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Jason Payne, former Mercer men’s golf head coach, is again the new head coach as he returns to Middle Georgia after running the program from 2003 to 2007. “I still had a lot of friends in town and the golf community and even at Mercer. And when the opportunity came available, it was the perfect fit…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb County moving forward with amphitheater plans

Macon-Bibb County is moving forward with its construction of an amphitheater next to Macon Mall.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Amphitheater construction moving forwardAmphitheaterMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County is moving forward with its construction of an amphitheater next to Macon Mall. County leaders approved working with TVS, Piedmont Construction Group, Stage Front, and HGOR for the design and build. Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller says the new amphitheater will help attract visitors to the county. Renderings of the property show…

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Bibb County, Local News, WMGT

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park doubling in size

Macon could soon see more people visiting the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Ocmulgee Mounds expanding propertyOcmulgee MoundsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon could soon see more people visiting the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. The park currently sits on 700 acres, but it will soon sit on 16,000 acres. Park Superintendent Carla Beasley says it’s an exciting time for the park and that the plan to purchase more property was a long time…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon comedy show, bike ride highlight events ahead of Valentine’s Day

The comedy club founder, Patrick Cunningham, says he came up with the idea of the show to bring some levity to Valentine's Day.
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Clockwork Comedy and Grants Lounge is hosting a comedy dating show called ‘Macon Match Up’. The comedy club founder, Patrick Cunningham, says he came up with the idea of the show to bring some levity to Valentine’s Day. Three comics will perform. In between sets, the bachelors and bachelorettes will compete for their dates in the style…

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Crime, Featured, Laurens County, Local News

8th Grader at East Laurens Middle brings gun to school; charged with armed robbery

Haley Janes,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A middle school student is being charged with armed robbery after using a handgun to rob another student on Thursday. The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office posted a release Thursday afternoon, saying that School Resource Deputies and East Laurens Middle School were both told that an 8th grade student brought a gun to school the day before,…