Featured, Health, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

NCHD identifies West Nile Virus-related death in the area in 2021

West Nile Virus is most commonly spread by infected mosquitoes feeding on humans.
41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)—The North Central Health District (NCHD) epidemiologists have confirmed the first case of West Nile Virus related death within the district in 2021. The individual was an older resident of Houston County with chronic health issues and no recent travel history. NCHD is urging all residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites. Here is how you can protect…
Elections, Featured, Local News, Peach County, Politics, WMGT

Fort Valley, Peach County elections underway

Early voting lasts until October 29. Election Day is November 2.
Ariel Schiller,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)—Early voting has begun in Middle Georgia this week. One of the elections is in Peach County, where LeMario Brown and Jeffery Lundy are running for Fort Valley Mayor. Current Mayor Barbara Williams decided not to run for a third term. She’s running for Utility Commission instead. Jeffery Lundy was disqualified from the Mayor’s race based on…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

The Georgia National Fair has delicious food to try

There's something for everyone. Greek, shrimp, corndogs, icecream and more.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

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,…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Mercer University to host Hispanic Heritage concert

You can see performances by members of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

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…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Friday stays warm ahead of weekend cool down

Cecilia Reeves,

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…

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Featured, Mom to Mom

Mom to Mom: Learning with fidget toys

41NBC Web Producer,

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….

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BS Report: October 13th – The Braves Head to the NLCS

After a decisive victory over the Brewers, the Braves are ready to face their next challenge on the road to the World Series.
David Tufts,

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…
Baldwin County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Milledgville police looking for suspect in armed robbery

It happened  at the Amoco Stop N Shop on Vinson Highway just after 8 p.m.
Clayton Poulnott,

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…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Staying dry and warm in Middle Georgia

Cecilia Reeves,

  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…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

BCSO: Macon-Bibb’s 2021 homicide rate increases to 43

Within the last week, there have been four shootings. Three of them have been deadly.
Ariel Schiller,

  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….

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Bibb County, Exclusive Content, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Barbers host 6 week “Chess Challenge” for local youth

"Barbers on Duty" started a program that teaches kids how to play chess.
Peyton Lewis,

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…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

The Birdman Show makes first stop at Georgia National Fair

The Birdman Show showcases a dozen different types of birds that interact with the audience.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

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…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Livestock competitions begin at the Georgia National Fair

There's more to the Georgia National Fair than just the food and rides. You can also sit and watch the livestock competitions.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

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…
Bibb County, Entertainment, Featured, Local News, WMGT

NewTown Macon hosts ‘Tour of Progress’

"It's a great way to check in every year so you know about the highlights of downtown Macon."
Ariel Schiller,

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…
Featured, Local News, Wheeler County, WMGT

Two women arrested in shooting death of police officer

Charlotte Ferguson was taken to the Crisp County Jail, and Asia Kinsey was taken to the Treutlen County Jail.
Clayton Poulnott,

  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…

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Crime, Featured, Local News, Washington County

WCSO arrests man using drone to make contraband drop at Washington State Prison

Haley Janes,

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….

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Angies List, Ask Angi, Featured, Technology

ASK ANGI: Upgrading your media space

Haley Janes,

(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…

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Crime, Featured, Jones County, Local News

Jones County makes 8 arrests in connection to gang activity and May murder

41NBC Web Producer,

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…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Warner Robins vehicle collision leaves pedestrian in critical condition

41NBC Web Producer,

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…
Bibb County, Elections, Featured, Houston County, Local News, Politics, WMGT

Early voting in Middle Georgia begins

Early voting goes until October 29th. Election day is November 2nd.
Ariel Schiller,

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…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Popular Baby Barn exhibit back at the Georgia National Fair

From a baby calf being born to seeing pigs, there's a lot to see and learn.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

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…

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Entertainment, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Eudora Farms Petting Zoo offers fun learning experience at GNF

You can see llamas, Alpakas, Ponys and much more.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

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…