Bibb County Schools Pre-K applications open

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb-County School District has announced that its online Pre-K registration is now open for the 2022-2023 school year. The applications will be open through February 18th. Students are eligible to attend Pre-K in their zoned neighborhood school, but parents can also apply for schools in alternate locations. Some of these schools include Northwoods Academy, Alexander…

Tech Report: Artists threaten to boycott Spotify

T-Mobile is expected to release unvaccinated corporate members before April. Artists have threatened to take their music off of Spotify following Joe Rogan’s misleading medical comments. Some apps will only be visible upon searching, as Apple adds non-listed apps to its store. Talent agencies hunt for new social media talent. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: covid, Jane King, JRE,…

Warmer conditions are returning to Middle Georgia as January ends

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warmer temperatures are returning to Middle Georgia after a chilly and windy weekend. Today Cloudy skies kicked off the final day of January around Middle Georgia. Temperatures were cool, but nowhere near the cold levels seen over the weekend. Temperatures were up over 15 degrees this morning when compared to yesterday, and that is largely due…

Morning Business Report: Drugmakers raise prices 6.6% on products early 2022

Drugmakers raised prices an average of 6.6% in the first weeks of the new year on cancer, diabetes, and other prescription medications. Around 150 drugmakers raised prices on 866 products in the U.S. through Jan 20. WalletHub says 24% of respondents considered a large purchase anything that costs more than $100. The average price of gas in the U.S continues…

Man robs ‘Captain D’s’ at gunpoint

Sheriff Deputies say the incident happened just after 10:00 p.m. Friday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An armed robbery at Captain D’s on Gray Highway has investigators searching for a suspect. Witnesses say a black male wearing a black jacket and blue ski mask entered the restaurant during closing hours Friday night. That’s when the suspect took out a handgun and demanded money. After taking some cash, he escaped on foot. No…

Rant and Rave: January 29th – Hawks Heating Up

This season has been a disappointment after the Hawks amazing playoff run last year, but have they found their rhythm in time to make the post season?

This season has been a disappointment after the Hawks amazing playoff run last year, but have they found their rhythm in time to make the post season? Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent discuss that and more this week. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Hawks, NBA, nfl-playoff, sports, uga-basketball

Jan. 28 Middle Georgia high school basketball scores

High school basketball scores from around Middle Georgia

There are just 2 weeks of regular season high school basketball left for the 2021-22 season. Here’s a look at some of the scores from around Middle Georgia for Jan. 28: Boys Scores Baldwin 75 VS Rutland 37 Stratford 61 VS First Presbyterian Day 76 Dodge County 54 VS Northeast 65 Tattnall Square Academy 53 VS Mount de Sales Academy…

Dangerous wind chills likely Saturday morning

The cold front has moved through Middle Georgia this evening, bringing cold air and gusty winds. Overnight we will see our low temperatures drop into the mid 20s with wind chills in the teens. These temps will be dangerous if you are exposed to the cold so make sure you bring in pets or make sure they have a warm…

Middle Georgia doctor reacts to ‘long COVID’ study

According to the CDC, long Covid is when symptoms last weeks or even months after a person is initially infected with Covid-19.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It’s still unclear what causes long Covid, but a new study published in the Nature Communications Journal might help scientists develop a blood test that could help determine a person’s risk for developing it. According to the CDC, long Covid is when symptoms last weeks or even months after a person is initially infected with Covid-19….

Hotel 45 hiring restaurant staff ahead of Tuesday opening

Macon's newest downtown gem, Hotel 45, is looking to hire more people to staff its restaurants.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Macon’s newest downtown gem, Hotel 45, is looking to hire more people to staff its restaurants. The hotel recently hosted a job fair, during which it hired 65 new employees. Now, hotel Marketing Director Jimmy Teixeira says they need about 14 more people to help out in the hotel restaurants. “Anyone looking for restaurant in general…

Senator Jon Ossoff says $200 million coming to Georgia for bridge repairs

Senator Jon Ossoff was in Macon Friday to announce that $200 million from the bipartisan infrastructure bill is coming to Georgia to upgrade bridges in need of repairs.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Senator Jon Ossoff was in Macon Friday to announce that $200 million from the bipartisan infrastructure bill is coming to Georgia to upgrade bridges in need of repairs. “There are nearly 400 bridges across the state that Georgia’s Department of Transportation rates as in need of repairs upgrades or replacement,” he said. “Thanks to this bipartisan…

Robins Air Force Base to open new commercial gate Monday

A new commercial gate two years in the making is now open at Robins Air Force Base. The new gate will allow for faster processing times.

Ribbon cutting of the new Robins Air Force gateHOUSTON, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT) – A new commercial gate two years in the making is now open at Robins Air Force Base. The new gate will allow for faster processing times. In the past, the base faced issues of traffic spilling onto Highway 247. “There wasn’t a large holding area so that would…

Macon Water Authority Board Member under investigation

Macon Water Authority District 2 Board Member, Desmond Brown, is under investigation for a conflict of interest. 

MACON, Georgia  (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Water Authority District 2 Board Member, Desmond Brown, is under investigation for a conflict of interest.  The news follows a special meeting held Thursday.  According to a report by former Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney, David Cooke, a bill was brought to the authority for $46,000 concerning flood damage.  Macon Water Authority CFO, Guy Boyle,…

Arrests made in connection to Elpis Street fatal shooting

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two arrests were made in connection to a fatal shooting that took place on Elpis Street earlier this month. On January 13th, 2022, 37 year-old Christopher Sean Abram was found fatally wounded outside of a vacant duplex in the 2800 block of Elpis Street. Investigators secured arrest warrants for 28 year-old Kentarious Vaquez Bush and 26…

Macon Transit Authority unveils new mural

"The Spirit of Macon" new Mural added to MTA

MTA reveals new MuralMacon Transit AuthorityMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Macon transit Authority revealed the addition of a new mural Friday morning. In a ribbon cutting ceremony Friday morning several people joined to welcome the new addition. The mural is located on the corner of fifth and poplar street, it’s named, “The Spirit of Macon.” Jami Gaudet the Public Information Officer with…

Woman arrested after theft and tampering with evidence at J&J Dollar Store after homicide and armed robbery

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A woman who was a victim inside the business during the armed robbery and homicide that took place at J&J Dollar Store on January 18th has been arrested after evidence was discovered showing that she had removed lottery tickets where the victim was found and disconnected the power to the building security system for a…

Man fatally shot outside Apartment on Napier Avenue

UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has released new information concerning the shooting. The victim of the shooting has been identified as 21 year-old Deuntay Lashavi Hicks, who was found with a fatal gunshot wound after a neighbor reported to authorities that a person was down in an apartment at the Woods on Napier Apartments. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office…

Tech Report: iPhone thrives in holiday sales, Sports betting sites raise admission fees

Apple’s iPhone thrived in sales this past holiday grossing over $30 Billion. Sports gambling apps have raised the price of admission, making it difficult for new users to join. Intel stocks and shares both decline. A new app feature could let Robinhood members trade during unusual market hours.   Categories: Tech Report Tags: Betting, Intel, iPhone, Robinhood

Four arrested in Monroe County for Methamphetamines, gun charges

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Four people were arrested in Monroe County on drug related charges after a search warrant executed by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit led to the discovery of Methamphetamines, Drug Related Objects, and a gun. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, at 7:00 a.m. on Friday, January 28th, a search warrant was executed at…

Saturday to bring “stay inside” levels of cold

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Strong winds will keep wind chills around Middle Georgia below 30 degrees on Saturday. Today Cloudy skies will dominate the Peach State for the majority of the daylight hours today, however they are thin enough to the point that some sun will get through here and there. The wind will pick up throughout the day from…

Morning Business Report: Work reform related subreddit gains 300,000 users in one day

Southwest Airlines are looking to bring back alcohol services this spring. It scrapped services in March 2020 due to physical assaults and disturbances on crew members. A survey found that Gen Z investors gravitate toward penny stocks for a cheap way to start building wealth. The anti-work movement has gained traction after a recent representative of the organization botched a…

Ask Angi: Projects for Each Season

Does your New Years Resolution include home improvement projects? Depending on the time of year they might seem impossible to do but if the proper steps are taken then they should be easy enough. Different times of year come with different weather conditions, daylight, and temperatures so when you choose to do certain home improvement projects can make a big…

Living Well with Troy Thompson: Helpful skin care tips

  (41NBC/WMGT) — Today Troy Thompson has a very handy discussion about skin care with Dermatologist Elise Barnett. Dr. Barnett recommends three things to help keep your skin healthy and happy, whether if it’s for the ladies or the men! The first thing Dr. Barnett recommends is using a retinoid which helps with pores and wrinkles and only to use…

Mercer women’s lacrosse team looks to continue its success in a new conference

Mercer women's lacrosse program joins the Big South Conference

“When I got here, we were second to last in all of DI. So pretty much as my dad said to me, you can only go up from here,” said Mercer women’s lacrosse head coach Samantha Eustace. The Mercer women’s lacrosse team has definitely made some big strides since the program began in 2015. Now they are coming off of…