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Bibb County, Health, Local News, WMGT

Macon Beets partners to host first ever ‘Plant-based demonstration project’

A new plant-based diet demonstration program is starting Tuesday, February 22 in Macon.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Macon Beets partners to host first food plant based demonstration projectPlant based demonstration projectMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A new plant-based demonstration program is starting Tuesday, February 22 in Macon. The organization ‘Macon Beets’  is partnering with the Macon Volunteer Clinic and Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia to host the 10-day, immersive diet program. 40 Rescue Mission residents will take part…

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News

Atrium Health Navicent hosts blood drive amid shortage

Atrium Health Navicent hosted a blood drive Monday as blood supply continues to fall across the country.
Cameron Branscomb,

Atrium Health Navicent Peyton Anderson Health and Education CenterMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Atrium Health Navicent hosted a blood drive at the Peyton Anderson Center Monday as blood supply continues to fall across the country. A medical professional at the hospital says suppliers are not able to meet the orders. “Red Cross and all suppliers, they’re not able to send what we…

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Bibb County, Local News, WMGT

‘Block the Hate’ exhibit at the Tubman Museum aims to spark conversations about racial injustice

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Tubman Museum exhibit, ‘Block the Hate’ Block the HateMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Tubman Museum is reflecting on the racial injustices of 2020. They are hoping to spark conversations through their ‘Block the Hate’ Exhibit. As you walk through the Tubman Museum the new exhibit tells the history of 2020. A year where several Maconites came together to rally against hate. As…
Featured, Local News, Peach County

One dead in Peach County after hay bale falls into road, car loses control

Haley Janes,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Sunday morning, a person driving a Chevrolet Silverado died after losing control of their vehicle and crashing on I- 75 North in Peach County near mile marker 151. According to the Georgia State Patrol, preliminary investigation reveals that around 10:22 a.m. the driver of the Silverado had lost control of their car and overturned into the median. The…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

10 Year-old boy in critical condition after being struck by pellet from pellet gun

Haley Janes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 10 year-old boy in in critical condition after being inadvertently struck by a pellet from a pellet gun on Sunday afternoon. According to Robert Butch with the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, there is still an active investigation surrounding how the incident occurred, but it took place Sunday around 5:30 p.m. at 156 Waller Street in…

Tech Byte: Gas Apps
Tech Byte

TECH BYTE: Gas Apps

Drake Rozelle,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Let’s look at some smartphone apps that can help you navigate these high gas prices, and save some money. The GetUpside Cashback: Gas & Food app helps you save money, and earn some too! You can use it to earn cash back on gas, groceries, and at certain restaurants. The app works with more than 40,000 businesses, and…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Widespread rain likely Monday afternoon and evening

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rain is quickly back in the forecast following a pleasant weekend around Middle Georgia. Today We began the day with chilly and relatively clear conditions, however cloud cover is filling in during the late morning hours. Rain will not take long to arrive either as showers should make it into the western counties ahead of noon…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Checkers robbed

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MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a commercial armed robbery that took place at the Checkers, located at 92 Spring Street Saturday night around 11:03p.m. It was reported that an individual jumped through the drive-thru window with a handgun and then demanded money from the cash registers. Once the individual received the cash, he fled…

Georgia Sports Hall Of Fame Class Of 2022 Induction Ceremonies Are Underway
Across Georgia Sports, Local Sports, Sports

Georgia Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2022 induction ceremonies are underway

The GSHF Class of '22 includes eight inductees and four legends.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2022 induction weekend is here. The inductees this year include swimmer James Bankston, high school football coach Alan Chadwick, golfer Stewart Cink, sports broadcaster Steve Holman, baseball player Bob Horner, football players Warrick Dunn, Deon Grant and Eric Zeier. The class also includes four legends: Bill Bartholomay, Bobby…

Highlights From Ghsa 4a Region 4 Championship Game And 1a Private Semifinals
Local Sports, Sports

Highlights from GHSA 4A Region 4 championship game and 1A Private semifinals

Perry hosted Baldwin for the GHSA 4A Region 4 championship game, while Stratford took on Deerfield-Windsor in the 1A Private Region 1 semifinals.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The one-seed Baldwin Braves took on the two-seed Perry Panthers in the GHSA 4A Region 4 tournament championship game. The Braves swept the regular-season series against the Panthers by a combined 21 points. Baldwin started the game off hot, outscoring Perry 19 to nine in the first quarter. The Braves would carry that momentum into the second…

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Local News, Weather

Staying cool and dry this weekend

Cecilia Reeves,

Clear skies tonight are already cooling off much of Middle Georgia. Overnight lows will be falling to around freezing for most of us by early Saturday. Sunday will be staying cool, even with sunshine, as highs warm into the low 60s by the afternoon. A warming trend starts on Sunday, getting us back into the mid and upper 60s. Enjoy…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Houston County spotlighting unsolved murder cases

The Warner Robins Police Department is trying to solve the murder of Ronald Orlando Brown.
Ariel Schiller,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Police Department is trying to solve the murder of Ronald Orlando Brown. He was shot multiple times at Cedar Point Apartments, now known as the Village North Apartment Homes, on Ignico Drive in 2008. Warner Robins Police Chief John Wagner says one of the suspects dropped a hat, but they don’t have…
Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News, Medical, WMGT

Piedmont Macon opens Urgent Care to help hospital ER

Piedmont Urgent Care by WellStreet recently acquired Village Medical Associates on Ingleside Drive in Macon.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Piedmont Macon now has an urgent care in Macon. Piedmont Urgent Care by WellStreet acquired Village Medical Associates on Ingleside Drive. The center offers walk-in treatment for non-life threatening illnesses and hopes to create a greater access point for patients and also alleviate the emergency room’s burden. “We’re able to serve those patients that come in…

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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…

Rant And Rave
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…

Traffic safety
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…