Downtown Diversity
Bibb County, Business, Featured, Local News, WMGT

2021 Downtown Diversity Initiative winners announced

The five graduates with the highest scores each won $5,000.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— NewTown Macon and the Macon Black Pages announced the winners of the 2021 Downtown Diversity Initiative Wednesday. 20 entrepreneurs from the 2021 cohort pitched their concepts to a panel of judges. The five graduates with the highest score each won $5,000 to help startup or expand their businesses. One winner, The Wonder Twinz: Latricia Gittens and Felicia…

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Baldwin County, Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Georgia Military College breaks ground on a new building

The new facility is expected to be more than 28,000 square feet.
Cameron Branscomb,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia Military College broke ground on its new Center for Leadership building. The new facility is expected to be more than 28,000 square feet. Once completed, it will offer space for students to study a number of subjects from business to fine arts. GMC President and retired Lieutenant General William Caldwell IV says he’s excited for what…

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

Macon man arrested, connected to long string of burglaries

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office made an arrest during a “burglary in progress” call around 3:45 a.m. on Tuesday, November 2, 2021. According to the BCSO, the Macon-Bibb 911 center received a call concerning an individual breaking the front glass of the family food store on Montpelier Avenue. The suspect who broke the glass was attempting…

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

BCSO’s “Operation Clean Corners” begins with 15 arrests

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday afternoon that “Operation Clean Corners” has begun in an effort to address the ongoing panhandling, illegal solicitation, and littering in the Macon-Bibb area. According to the BCSO, members of the SRT and patrol deputies told panhandlers in multiple locations about the county ordinance that forbids solicitation and panhandling, as…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb Sheriff’s Office calls Facebook posts about kidnapping attempts ‘unfounded’

"Social media is a powerful tool," the sheriff's office said in a news release. "Please do not use it to incite fear and panic in your community."
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is responding after receiving several inquiries about posts circulating on social media. The posts claim there were several kidnapping attempts and robberies that happened in the Vineville Avenue and Ridge Avenue areas within the past two days. “The Facebook rumors of several kidnapping attempts are unfounded,” a sheriff’s office news release…

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Featured, Johnson County, Local News

Wrightsville man goes missing, JCSO asks for public’s help in finding Don Hightower

Haley Janes,

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding a missing person. 60 Year-old Don Hightower from the Scott Community in Wrightsville hasn’t been seen since Saturday night at 8:00 p.m. , October 30, 2021. According to the JCSO, Hightower was last seen wearing a red sweatshirt and red sweatpants, glasses, and…

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Crime, Featured, Houston County, Local News

Warner Robins fatal accident leads to DUI arrest

Haley Janes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Police Department posted a media release Wednesday morning concerning a fatal crash that took place on Moody Road at Breckenridge Drive on Tuesday night. According to the release, around 6:30 p.m. on November 2nd, a 2003 Honda CBR 600 Motorcycle was travelling north on Moody Road when a 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe attempted…

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Bibb County, Business, Community Calendar, Contest, Featured, Happening Now, Local News, Reviews

#BurgerWeekBites: Yollah Social Kitchen + Garden

Yollah Social Kitchen + Garden cultivated its "Latin Lover" for Macon Burger Week.
Marissa Russell,

Yollah’s Latin Lover burger for Macon Burger Week.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Yollah Social Kitchen + Garden created its first-ever entry for Macon Burger Week: “The Latin Lover”. Yollah opened its doors earlier this year and is new to the #MaconBurgerWeek competition. During MBW, local restaurants create specialty burgers for their customers that aren’t on the regular menu. Then, customers vote…
Bibb County, Elections, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb voters say “yes” to OLOST

Macon-Bibb voters voted in favor of the Other Local Option Sales Tax (OLOST) Tuesday night.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb voters said yes to the Other Local Option Sales Tax (OLOST) Tuesday. There were 8,668 “yes” votes and 2,089 “no” votes. Mayor Lester Miller said Tuesday night he was “very excited and very relieved,” and that he’d been waiting on this to happen for a while. He thanked the local delegation for getting the ball…

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Elections, Laurens County, Local News, WMGT

Joshua Kight wins Mayoral race in Dublin

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

DUBLIN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The city of Dublin has a new Mayor. Joshua Kight won the election against Jerry Davis. The results were called out at the Dublin Court house, where residents gathered to await the results. Joshua Kight says he’s ready for this new chapter to begin and already has planes for the next few years. “I’m ready to make a…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Cool, cloudy conditions move in Wednesday

Cecilia Reeves,

Sunshine reigned supreme across Middle Georgia today, allowing us to warm into the mid 70s. Unfortunately for those of us who love the warm weather (that’s me) a cool down is on the way and it begins tomorrow. Clouds will start filtering in during the day Wednesday and northeast winds will pick up to around 5-10 mph. The wedge front…

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Baldwin County, Bibb County, Bleckley County, Crawford County, Dodge County, Dooly County, Featured, Hancock County, Houston County, Johnson County, Jones County, Lamar County, Laurens County, Macon County, Monroe County, Peach County, Pulaski County, Restaurant Report Card, Taylor County, Telfair County, Treutlen County, Twiggs County, Washington County, Wheeler County, Wilcox County, Wilkinson County

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores October 25-29

Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, October 25 and Friday, October 29, 2021.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, October 25 and Friday, October 29, 2021. All scores of 75 and below are shown in red. All scores between 76 and 85 are shown in orange. All scores between 86-99 are shown in black. All scores of…

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Bibb County, Health, Local News, WMGT

MGA partners with 2 organizations to offer a Parkinson’s Disease Fit Class

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Middle Georgia State University is opening its fitness doors to patients with Parkinson’s Disease. This is all thanks to the Me over PD group, who reached out to the university to host the PD Fit group on campus. The Peyton Anderson is also helping by providing equipment for the group to use. While MGA provides the space, it…

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Laurens County, Local News, WMGT

Laurens County Sheriff’s Office taking part in no shave November for a good cause

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

DUBLIN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Laurens County Deputies are putting down their razors, as the men take part in no shave November. The sheriff’s department is looking to give back to the Harrison family by participating. But they need the communities help to do so. “I believe if we all just stepped up and gave from the heart than we could give back…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Sunshine sticks around with warm temps

Cecilia Reeves,

We are starting off November on a warm note with highs around normal for this time of year and sunshine with just a few high clouds. Tomorrow will bring a repeat of today with highs in the mid 70s and plentiful sunshine. Wednesday will be our last warm day, before some cool air moves in to keep highs in the…

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End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Veterans hosts Ware County

The Warhawks (1-2 in AAAAA Region 1) looking for the upset in this game.
Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Ware County Gators went on the road to take on the Veterans Warhawks Friday night. The Warhawks (1-2 in AAAAA Region 1) looking for the upset in this game.  The Gators trying to say unbeaten and move to 3-0 in the region. Here are the highlights from Freedom Field. Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports,…

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End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Jackson travels to Mary Persons

Both teams come into the game at 3-2 in AAA Region 2 looking to take sole possession of third place.
Clayton Poulnott,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- In the border war, the Jackson Red Devils went on the road to face the Mary Persons Bulldogs at Dan Pitts Stadium. Both teams come into the game at 3-2 in AAA Region 2 looking to take sole possession of third place. Check out the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, Dan…

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End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Deer-field Windsor visits Mount de Sales

Both teams came into Friday night at 2-2 in A Private Region 1. The winner stays in the playoff hunt.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Mount de Sales Cavaliers hosted the Deerfield-Windsor Knights at Mike Garvin Stadium. Both teams came into Friday night at 2-2 in A Private Region 1. The winner stays in the playoff hunt. Check out the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, Deerfield-Windsor Knights, football, Mike Garvin Stadium, mount de sales cavaliers,…

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End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Stratford hosts FPD in our GOTW

The Vikings try to move into first place in Private A Region 1 (2-1), while the Eagles look to push its record to 4-1 in the region.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT)- The Stratford Eagles hosted the FPD Vikings Friday night in our Game of the Week on The End Zone. The Vikings try to move into first place in Private A Region 1 (2-1), while the Eagles look to push its record to 4-1 in the region (3-1). Tucker Sargent has highlights from Eagle Field. Categories: End Zone,…

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End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Houston County and Northside battle

The Bears still looking for its first win in AAAAAA Region 1 (0-2), while the Eagles try to get above .500 in the region (1-1).
Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Northside Eagles were the home team against the Houston County Bears Friday night. The Bears still looking for its first win in AAAAAA Region 1 (0-2), while the Eagles try to get above .500 in the region (1-1). Check out the highlights from McConnell-Talbert Stadium. Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks,…

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Elections, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Warner Robins City Council Post 1 candidates share their platforms

Incumbent Derek Mack faces Leslie Morales and Jonathan Nichols.
Ariel Schiller,

FileWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Election Day is Tuesday, November 2, and Warner Robins has several important elections. We told you about the Mayor’s race a few weeks ago, but there’s also the City Council Post 1 race too. Incumbent Derek Mack faces Leslie Morales and Jonathan Nichols. Derek Mack was elected to City Council Post 1 following a special election…

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Featured, Health, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

5 E. Coli cases confirmed from the Georgia National Fair

The Georgia Department of Public Health is working to trace the source of E Coli cases.
Peyton Lewis,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– After 31 years of hosting the Georgia National Fair, Fairgrounds staff says they’re stunned to see an E. Coli outbreak. “We’re praying that there are no more cases, and our hearts and thoughts sincerely go out to the families that have been affected,” said Maggie Lane, a marketing director for the Georgia National Fairgrounds. Five children have…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, Medical, WMGT

Piedmont Macon celebrates its 5,000 robotic surgery

The hospital was the first in Middle Georgia to perform a robotic surgery in 2009.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Piedmont Macon is celebrating after completing its 5,000 robotic surgery. The hospital held a news conference about their accomplishment Friday afternoon. Piedmont Macon was the first hospital in Middle Georgia to perform a robotic surgery in 2009. The procedure isn’t what you would expect though. The robot doesn’t function on its own, a surgeon is behind every movement….