PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The last day of the Georgia National Fair is Sunday. Before it’s over, you might want to go and try all the different foods. While walking through the fairgrounds, you can’t help but smell the food. There are fair favorites like corn dogs and a funnel cakes. But if you want to try something different, like Greek food,…
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Hispanic Heritage month comes to an end on October 15, but there’s still one more event taking place to celebrate. For the first time, Notivision a local Hispanic newscast, partnered with Mercer University to host a free Hispanic Heritage concert. You can see performances by members of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. “It’s something more to tell the people…
It has been a beautiful weather week across Middle Georgia with dry conditions and warm temperatures. Tomorrow you can expect more of the same with a bit of a warm up and increase in humidity. If you are tired of the summer-like weather, don’t worry, it should be on the way out for the weekend. On Saturday a cold front…
Science Guy Jason Lindsey demonstrates what happens when you mix 2 ingredients together that, when combined, have an exothermic reaction in this spooky edition of “Hooked on Science”! Categories: Education, Featured, Hooked on Science Tags: Education, family, Hooked on Science, kids, science
(41NBC/WMGT) — Coach Malcom Strapp brings 41NBC a new Workout Wednesday, with exercises focusing on your upper and lower body. The workout has 3 rounds, with 30 seconds of work and 45 seconds of rest, with a minute to a minute and a half of rest after each round. ROUND 1: Explosive Push up/ Squat Jump ROUND 2: Iso Split Squat…
Pop fidgets are so popular among the little ones, and here’s you how you can put these to some good use with learning through alphabet or numbers. The first step is to get a fidget toy, which you can find most anywhere. Take a fidget and write on them with a Sharpie and go down the line with the alphabet….
The Braves refuse to go down without a fight. After a series of setbacks the team has just clinched it’s spot in the NLCS and will face the winner of the series between the Dodgers and the Giants. Either team will prove a tough opponent, but Bill Shanks is here to tell you why the Braves still have some fight…
The Milledgeville Police Department is looking for someone they say robbed a convenience store Wednesday night. It happened at the Amoco Stop N Shop on Vinson Highway just after 8 p.m. Police say someone walked into the store with a black handgun and demanded the cash from the register. They say the suspect then ran out of the store. According…
It was another beautiful day in Middle Georgia with plenty of sunshine and summer-like temperatures. We will continue that trend as an area of high pressure continues to block out any disturbances that are trying to head our way. Expect highs in the mid 80s for the rest of the week, with a slight increase in moisture Friday. By…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Deadly shootings seemed to come to a halt in Macon over the last few months. But within the last week, there have been four shootings, and three of those deadly. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says it’s unsure if any of the incidents are connected. “It’s pretty out of the ordinary,” Major Chris Patterson said….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After hearing the video game Grand Theft Auto was inspiring the lives of his students, barber Daude Harrell decided to change the game by asking kids to trade in their joysticks for pawns. “I teach in Houston County as a barber instructor,” Harrell said. “I was teaching my life skills portion of my course, and I…
PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT ) — There are plenty of concession stands, rides and new shows at the Georgia National Fair. One of those shows is the Birdman Show. The show features a dozen different types of birds that interact with the audience. Joe Krathwohl, also know as “The Birdman”, found his passion for birds at just 1o years-old. “I just want…
PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — There’s more to the Georgia National Fair than just the food and rides. You can also sit and watch the livestock competitions. Students in the Future Farmers of America Program at Perry High School are showing cattle. You can visit the Dairy Barn located near the clock tower, pet the animals and ask questions about them. One…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — NewTown Macon hosted its Tour of Progress Wednesday night. Tour goers received a map to follow to QR codes outside each stop. Each QR code has information about each business. Some stops even allowed you to go inside. One of those stops includes the new Hotel 45 which is still under construction. NewTown Macon says it’s…
ALAMO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two more people have been arrested in the shooting death of Alamo police officer Dylan Harrison. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation arrested two women: 45-year-old Charlotte Ferguson who is the sister of Damien Ferguson, the man accused of killing officer Harrison, and 24-year-old Asia Kinsey. Charlotte Ferguson is charged with hindering the apprehension or punishment…
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Washington County Sheriff’s Office made a social media post on October 11 announcing an investigation that led to an arrest after a drone landed on a deputy’s patrol vehicle. According to the post, Deputies made contact with an individual on Sunday morning near Washington State Prison, where a drone landed on a deputy’s patrol vehicle….
(41NBC/WMGT) — Everyone is spending more time at home these days and that likely means more time watching tv and movies at home. If you’re ready for an upgrade you’re in luck, because this week’s Ask Angi segment will show you how to take that “at-home viewing experience” to the next level. Once you have the right space think about…
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Jones County Sheriff’s Office reported Wednesday morning that, with the assistance of multiple agencies, several arrest warrants had been served in the Milledgeville area in connection to a lengthy investigation into gang activity in the area, including the involvement of members of the PIRU street gang. According to the JCSO, the Jones County Drug Unit…
WARNER ROBINS (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Police Department reported Wednesday, October 13, that in the early hours of the morning they responded to a call concerning a vehicle that struck a pedestrian in the 4000 block of Watson Boulevard and Highway 247 connector. According to the release from WRPD, the collision between a 2021 Toyota Camry and pedestrian Adam…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Early voting started Tuesday across Middle Georgia. We spoke with election officials on what you can expect when you go to the polls. Darius Maynard is the Chairman of the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections. He says voters have the option to go to the Board of Elections headquarters, or the Elaine Lucas Senior Center. There will…
PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— For the third year, the Baby barn is back at the Georgia National Fair. From a baby calf being born to seeing pigs, there’s a lot to see and learn. Crowds gathered to witness the moment a cow gave birth to a baby calf, named Kirby. Crowds cheered moments before and after the arrival. For some fair-goers, witnessing…
PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Eudora Farms Petting Zoo is back at the Georgia National Fair this year. They hope to educate the community on the animals they brought. Eudora farms is from South Carolina, where they offer a drive through safari experience. But they have brought a walk through experience to the fair. You can see Llamas, Alpakas, Ponys and much…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – I’ll admit it. I’m not a fan of using the saying, “There’s something for everyone,” but I am using it to describe the menu at the Georgia National Fair. Every option in the galaxy—OK, not that many, but you get the point. “Funnel cakes, fried dough, fried Oreos, fried Twinkies and fried Reese’s,” a concession worker…
ALAMO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– The man accused of murdering Alamo police officer, Dylan Harrison made his first appearance in court Tuesday afternoon. A handcuffed Damien Ferguson entered the Wheeler County Courthouse to listen to his list of charges and what lies ahead in terms of a trial. Ferguson is charged with Harrison’s murder and Aggravated Stalking for a previous incident. Judge…