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Crime, Featured, Local News

MTA ‘Spirit of Macon’ mural vandalized

"The Spirit of Macon" mural at the Macon-Bibb Transit Authority has been vandalized.
Haley Janes, Ariel Schiller,

UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is working to figure out who vandalized a downtown Macon mural. Someone discovered graffiti on “The Spirit of Macon” mural that sits at the intersection of 5th street and Poplar street. The mural was just completed in January, and it was funded through a Downtown Challenge Grant. Macon Transit Authority Public Information Officer, Jami…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Showers likely around Middle Georgia Thursday; more severe weather possible Friday night

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Scattered showers are likely early Thursday and again overnight, and another cold front could bring a severe weather threat Friday night. Today   The pattern of mild, cloudy, and humid mornings continued today around Middle Georgia. The cloudy skies will stick with us again throughout the day today, however the rain chances will drop off after…

Morning Business Report: Biden Says U.s. Will No Longer Buy Russian Oil And Natural Gas
Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Biden says U.S. will no longer buy Russian oil and natural gas

Edward Smart,

President Biden says the U.S. will no longer buy Russian oil and natural gas. Other European nations may follow. Bank of America says consumers are spending more money on in-person activities. Retail industry experts say we could see more consumer products start shrinking in size or quantity.   Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: Bank of America, Biden, Jane King,…

Bs Report: March 9th Close To A Deal On The Lockout?
Sports

BS Report: March 9th – Close to a Deal on the Lockout?

This week there's a sliver of hope on the horizon as it seems that the MLB players and owners are closer to reaching a deal and ending the lockout.
David Tufts,

This week there’s a sliver of hope on the horizon as it seems that the MLB players and owners are closer to reaching a deal and ending the lockout. Bill shanks takes a look at what the next steps will look like if the lockout ends soon. Categories: Sports

Hancock Central Lady Bulldogs Fall In State Basketball Finals
Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

Hancock Central Lady Bulldogs fall in state basketball finals

Hancock Central falls to Lake Oconee Academy in GHSA 1A public girls basketball state finals.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Hancock Central Lady Bulldogs took on the Lake Oconee Academy Titans in the GHSA 1A public girls basketball state finals. The Lady Bulldogs began the game outscoring the Titans 7-4, in the first quarter. In the second, the Titans outscored Hancock Central 18 -7, and would never give back the lead. The Titans won most…

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Local News, Weather

Thursday stays cool after starting rainy

Cecilia Reeves,

After a morning of severe storms in parts of Middle Georgia, we will see a nice break from rain overnight. By the early morning hours Thursday, however, rain returns to the area, but not thunderstorms. A wedge front will also be moving into the area, keeping our temperatures a bit cooler than normal. Rain should be moving out through the…

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COVID-19, Featured, Health, Local News, Medical, WMGT

Covid-19: Health leaders reflect two years later

"Our first challenges were managing our resources and keeping our frontline workers safe so that we could continue to serve the medical needs of the community."
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It’s been nearly two years since the World Health Organization declared Covid-19 a pandemic. On Wednesday, leaders with Atrium Health Navicent held a panel discussion to talk about where they’ve been, how they’ve handled the pandemic, and where they’re going. “Our first challenges were managing our resources and keeping our frontline workers safe so that we could…

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News, WMGT

Local Doctor shares tips on how to fight allergies

"If you've got to be out in the pollen is when you get back home is to wash off as much of it as possible, change clothes take a shower, to get some of that pollen off of you."
Cameron Branscomb,

Atrium Health Navicent MACON, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT)- Many of us are beginning to feel the early effects of allergies due to the pollen.  That’s why Atrium Health Navicient is providing tips to fight against allergies. “If you’ve got to be out in the pollen is when you get back home is to wash off as much of it as possible, change…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb County fights hunger with $500k in grants

Each organization is permitted to use their grants for food, supplies, equipment and transportation costs for delivering food.
Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Macon-Bibb Committee of the Whole approved the distribution of $500,000 to 17 food distributors across the county. The funding comes from the American Rescue Funds Act.  Each organization is permitted to use their grants for food, supplies, equipment and transportation costs for delivering food. The Melanated Community Stimulation Project is one the organizations to receive a…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Middle Regional Libraries hosts Women’s History Events

All libraries in Macon are hosting several events throughout March. The goal is to teach women how to start their own business.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Women’s History MonthWomen’s History MonthMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— All Middle Georgia Regional Libraries are celebrating Women’s History Month. Books aimed at educating people about influential women in history, are on display at the Lanford Library in Macon. All libraries in Macon are hosting several events throughout March. The goal is to teach women how to start their own business. “You’ll  see a…

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Bibb County, Featured, Health, Local News, WMGT

Plant Based Demonstration Project helps participants live healthier

"All of the numbers went down as far as cholesterol, blood pressure and weight."
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Ten day plant based demonstration project resultsPlant Based Demonstration ResultsMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The ten day Plant Based Demonstration Project began on February 21. Organizers of the project included, Macon Beets, The Macon Volunteer Clinic and the Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia. The goal was to teach participants what life would be life by changing their eating habits. We spoke with one…

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Bibb County, Cherry Blossom Festival, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Cherry Blossom Festival has major impact on local economy

"The Cherry Blossom Festival has an economic impact of $3 million, with several 100 thousand people coming to the festival."
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— We’re less than 10 days away from the start of the 40th Annual International Cherry Blossom Festival. Macon-Bibb County Commissioners heard from past Festival Chair, Alex Habersham on Tuesday. He spoke about the impact of the festival and what people can expect this year. He says this will be the most exciting festival yet, but it wouldn’t…

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Business, Crime, Featured, Local News

Milledgeville bar owner pleads guilty to Tax Evasion

Haley Janes,

According to a release from the United States Department of Justice, 44 year-old James Stafford engaged in a scheme to evade taxes as he and others underreported gross receipts and omitted cash distributions made to partners, filing false corporate tax returns, and evading their individual income tax liabilities. Stafford also underreported his own income on his individual tax return filed…

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Crime, Featured, Laurens County, Local News

Woman arrested for child cruelty among other felonies at Dublin child care center

Haley Janes,

EAST DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested a woman for several felonies involving child cruelty at a child care center in east Dublin. On Wednesday February 2nd, the East Dublin Police Department Chief requested assistance from the GBI in investigating allegations of child abuse at the Roseland Child Care Center. This request came as a…

Mercer Baseball Upsets Second Ranked Team On Consecutive Tuesdays
Local Sports, Sports

Mercer baseball upsets second ranked team on consecutive Tuesdays

Mercer takes down #13 Georgia Tech 5-4.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After taking down #10 Florida State 6-5 in a 10th inning walk-off last Tuesday, the Mercer baseball team upsets #13 Georgia Tech 5-4 just a week later. The scoring began in the top of the third inning when Chandler Simpson hit a sacrifice fly to bring in one run for the Yellow Jackets. Two innings later,…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Severe storms possible Wednesday morning

Cecilia Reeves,

After a relatively quiet weather day for most of Middle Georgia, we will be starting Wednesday with a bang (I’m talking thunder and lightning). A line of storms will be moving through the area during the morning and early afternoon, bringing the potential for severe weather. Main threats with these storms will be damaging wind gusts, isolated tornadoes, large hail,…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb County appoints bicentennial committee

Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller, said people on the committee were chosen by Commissioners.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— 22 people will serve on the Macon-Bibb County Bicentennial committee. Commissioners appointed them during Tuesday’s Committee of the Whole Meeting. Most of the appointees were in attendance: Alex Habersham Andrea Cooke Anna Roberts Beverly Olson Chris Sheridan Denny Jones Dr. Beverly Glover Dr. Thomas Duval Gary Wheat Jaime Kaplan James Barfield Janice Ross Jim Montgomery Karla Redding…

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Featured, Local News, Wilkinson County, WMGT

Toomsboro Development Corporation to purchase property for revitalization

70 acres of property in Toomsboro will soon see new life, and bring in more opportunities to the community.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Toomsboro Development Corporation to purchase 70 acres of propertyToomsboroTOOMSBORO, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— A Wilkinson County town with a population of more than 500 people could double in size soon. 70 acres of property in Toomsboro will soon see new life, and bring in more opportunities to the community. “Well you know anywhere growth and development is needed. We welcome new people to…

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Dooly County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Dooly County High School celebrates hometown hero

Montravius Adams surprised students with food, gaming trucks and giveaways. He also plans to surprise three seniors, with $2,000 scholarships.
Cameron Branscomb,

Montravius Adams speaks to the students of Dooly County High SchoolVIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Dooly County High School celebrated the return of Montravius Adams. Adams is a Dooly County native, went to college at Auburn University and now plays for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He took some time to speak with students and give them insight in to life as an NFL…

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Around the World, Featured, Georgia News, Local News

Governor Kemp working to suspend fuel taxes to lessen the impact of rising gas prices

Haley Janes,

ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia Governor Brian Kemp spoke out on his social media that he and his team are working to make temporary suspensions in order to lessen the impact that high gas prices are having on Georgians currently. In the 2 Twitter posts, Kemp said that he would be working with Georgia government through the Georgia House and…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Unoccupied building near downtown Macon catches on fire

Haley Janes,

UPDATE: (5:43P.M.)- According to Battalion Chief Todd Alligood, firefighters were called to the scene around 10:30 a.m. No one was inside the building once they arrived. “It’s Fairley common that we come here, I’ve been here three or four times in the last couple months, usually a small spot fires, this time it got away, ” said Chief Alligood. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________…