Flyer credit to Cherry Blossom FestivalMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The second major headliner for the 40th Cherry Blossom Festival’s Celebration in Macon has been announced– Arrested Development will be performing here, in Middle Georgia. A release from Cherry Blossom Festival organizers says Arrested Development will be performing during the Nightly Concert Series, and that they’ll take the stage at Carolyn…
A simple desire to compete again began the long journey for Mercer track and field graduate assistant Austin Hayes. “January of 2021, the head coach of the cross country team Josh Hayman decided he wanted to be competitive again. He wanted to compete in a track meet unattached because he found out he’s having a kid, and once his kid…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon crash from earlier this week on Riley Avenue at Ridge Avenue has resulted in the death of one. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, on Tuesday, January 18, a 2001 Ford Taurus and 2015 Hyundai Accent were involved in a collision that led to 37 year-old Shineka Hughes, the driver of the Hyundai,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 15-year-old boy is dead and another 15-year-old boy is in the hospital after they were both shot in Macon Wednesday. It happened in the 1700 block of Wren Avenue just after 7 o’clock, according to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Witnesses told investigators the two teens were outside a home when…
It was a beautiful day in Middle Georgia, which is probably the last nice day we will see until the weekend. Tomorrow brings a cold front and a big change to our weather. Beginning around 6 am, a line of rain will start to push into Middle Georgia. Rain will be hanging around through the afternoon before we finally dry…
Photo: Macon-Bibb CountyMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Ryland Environmental will no longer pick up waste and recycling from old carts. That’s according to a Macon-Bibb news release, which says the change is effective immediately. The company had been collecting waste from Advanced Disposal carts as services transitioned but is now into its third week of collection. The old carts should be…
A proposed map for the elementary school rezoning proposed by Houston County Schools.PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Houston County school leaders are meeting with parents to discuss proposed changes to school zones. The plan would affect students at Lindsey Elementary, Westside Elementary, Northside Middle and Thomson Middle. The first of three parent meetings to discuss the proposed changes is happening Thursday,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- It’s official. The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department has a new fire chief. Chief Shane Edwards’ promotion was welcomed and applauded this morning by county leaders, firefighters, and family members. He’d served as interim fire chief for the past year and has worked his way up through the ranks of the department. His wife and daughter had the…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The threat of winter weather has some community leaders being brutally honest about the potential impact of brutally cold weather. Baldwin County is getting prepared in case there’s ice, but there’s only so much they can do with what they have. “We’re about as prepared as Miami, Florida would be for winter weather. We don’t prepare for…
As Georgia fans bask in victory after a historic season, the question remains what comes next? The lineup might look different next year but, Bill Shanks explains why this year’s championship win could lead to better prospects for Kirby and the Dawgs. Categories: Sports
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — At-home Covid testing will soon be more accessible thanks in part to a federal rollout of free tests. Dr. Sandy Duke, the Chief Clinical Officer with Atrium Health Navicent, says at-home tests are antigen based, which means they’re for testing people who are sick. “It is not helpful for asymptomatic testing,” he said. “So for instance,…
Mercer University receives grant to help track Covid-19 VariantsCovid-19 VariantsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As we move into the third year of the Covid-19 pandemic, researchers are still learning more about the virus. Mercer University School of Medicine is expanding its knowledge on Covid-19. The school, in partnership with the Department of Biomedical Sciences and Louisiana State University Health Shreveport, was…
Jeff Goldblum poses with late MGA faculty member Lisa Henry during filming of his show “The World According to Jeff Goldblum.”EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Middle Georgia State University’s aviation campus is in the spotlight, thanks to the one and only Jeff Goldblum. He visited the campus last year to film his Disney+ series “The World According to Jeff Goldblum.” Goldblum spent…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Houston County Deputy who was suspended (pending termination), after making a comment on social media concerning the sentencing in the trial for the murder of Ahmaud Arbery, has resigned. Former Deputy Paul Urhahn sent a letter of resignation to Sheriff Talton dated on January 16th that he would be formally resigning as a deputy…
UPDATE: Sheriff Joel Cochran has confirmed that all three suspects were taken into custody Wednesday afternoon. Stay with 41NBC for more updates. SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Investigators with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office have identified the suspects responsible for the shootings that took place on January 16th. According to a social media post from the WCSO, deputies are looking for…
MACON, Ga(41NBC/WMGT)- Macon Bike Walk is hosting a beginner bike riding class– for adults. The goal of the class is to help adults to start or get back into biking. The class will go over basics like pedaling, getting on and off a bike and stopping. It will be held Sunday, January 23rd at Luther Williams field. The class is…
The Federal Trade Commission has initiated a investigation into Meta’s oculus unit. Microsoft obtains Activision Blizzard for $68.7 Billion. YouTube will discontinue production of original shows in the midst of streaming wars. Categories: Tech Report, Technology Tags: Activision, Meta, Microsoft, Youtube
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WGMT)– The Middle Georgia Regional Library wants to help you secure a job or a second interview with training and resume building sessions. The Department of Labor is helping job seekers with resume critiques and teaching you tips for virtual interviews. The library says it is hoping to give people the knowledge they need to get the job…
Cruise ships companies can now decide if they will participate in the COVID-19 guidelines. Netflix increases their prices over the holidays. The basic subscription plan rose by $1 to now $9.99 per month. To address the trucker driver shortage, officials are considering allowing teenagers to become truckers. A new pilot program would allow drivers aged 18 to 20 to operate…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Lucky Food Mart on Second street in Macon was almost robbed Wednesday morning, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a suspect. According to the BCSO, a masked male entered the Lucky Food Mart at 2400 Second street around 8:26 a.m. brandishing a handgun and demanding money. The suspect attempted to open the cash…
In a release from the office of Secretary Raffensperger, details about Georgia’s partnership with Salesforce to build a new system on higher security servers with faster processing power and up to date secure technology come to light, as well as information about how MTX Group Inc. is the implementation partner for the new voter registration system that are replacing Georgia’s…
UPDATE: The Houston County Sheriff’s Office posted this surveillance footage in reference to the homicide of Renee Dollar on Knodishall Drive in an effort to gain information about the suspects and the incident. ORIGINAL STORY FOLLOWS: WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Houston County Sheriff’s Office deputies are searching for three masked men connected to a deadly shooting during an armed…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold front will bring clouds and rain to the Peach State beginning Wednesday night. Today It’s the last sunny day of the work week before the next storm system rolls in. Again temperatures around Middle Georgia to begin the day were below freezing basically everywhere with half the spots again dropping below 30 degrees….
Verizon and AT&T said they would delay the new 5G cellular service near some airports, adverting potentially devastating disruptions for passengers. U.S. companies are expected to pay an average 3.4% raise to workers in 2022. This growth would be higher than in 2020 and 2021. All types of positions are considered, regardless of seniority. Stocks had the worst day this…