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Local nonprofits deal with increase of homelessness following end of eviction moratorium

Local nonprofits are seeing an increase in homelessness following the end of eviction moratoriums.

October 19, 2021

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Local nonprofits are seeing an increase in homelessness following the end of eviction moratoriums. Eviction moratoriums ended back in August, and there’s now an influx of families at the Brookdale Warming Center. “Our homeless population that was coming in were people that were experiencing homelessness more chronically,” Alison Bender, the center’s executive director, said. “Meaning they’ve been…

State legislators urge Medicaid expansion

State Representative Matthew Wilson is calling on Governor Brian Kemp to expand Medicaid.

October 19, 2021

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — State Representative Matthew Wilson is calling on Governor Brian Kemp to expand Medicaid. Representative Wilson joined Representative Miriam Paris for a press conference in Macon Tuesday. In July, 67 state legislators co-signed a letter to Governor Kemp asking him to include Medicaid expansion in the upcoming special session. Representative Wilson says the Biden Administration will not…

Macon-Bibb announces changes to solid waste pickup

More details will be announced at a news conference scheduled for Wednesday, October 20.

October 19, 2021

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Ryland Environmental will begin collecting all residential trash, recycling, yard waste and bulk items starting January 1, 2022. Macon-Bibb Commissioners selected the company during their meeting on Tuesday. New, red-colored carts will be delivered in December. “People should not use the new red cans until January,” a Macon-Bibb news release said. A news conference “to begin…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores October 11-15

Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, October 11 and Friday, October 15, 2021.

October 19, 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 11 and Friday, October 15, 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…

UPDATE: 2 arrested in connection to shooting death of Macon teen

Two people are in custody following the shooting death of a Macon teen on October 12.

October 18, 2021

Clayton Poulnott,

UPDATE (10/18) – Two people are in custody following the shooting death of a Macon teen on October 12. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says 24-year-old Andrew Raqati Hollis and 21-year-old Reshawn Taylor were arrested Monday after being interviewed. Hollis and Taylor are both charged with conspiracy to commit a felony (murder) and are being held without bond. Additional arrests…

Local governments: employee vaccination incentives have been a success

"We have 179 employees, of those we have 167 vaccinated as of today."

October 18, 2021

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)—It’s been almost one year since vaccines have been available to the community. In an effort to get more people vaccinated, Middle Georgia counties have put an incentive in place for their employees. In September, the Peach County board of Commissioners approved a $500 incentive, if employees showed proof of vaccination against Covid-19. “At the time we were…

Sunny and cool weather returns Tuesday

October 18, 2021

Cecilia Reeves,

We have been having a nice taste of fall the past few days and we should get at least one more before the 80s return. High pressure is sticking around through the middle of the week. This keeps our skies mostly clear and our humidity low. Temperatures will warm back into the 80s as early as Wednesday, with lows returning…

Warner Robins Mayor Randy Toms seeks re-election, faces two challengers

He's seeking a third term to continue initiatives like developing a downtown area for the city.

October 18, 2021

Ariel Schiller,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Mayor Randy Toms became mayor eight years ago after spending more than 25 years with the Warner Robins Fire Department. Mayor Toms says he’s not quite done with public service. He’s seeking a third term to continue initiatives like developing a downtown area for the city. “To create an environment down there that’s family friendly, an…

If passed, the TSPLOST in Peach County would help fix roads

If passed, the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax would add a penny to all purchases.

October 18, 2021

Peyton Lewis,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Mai Nguyen has been working in Fort Valley during the last four years and says she hears road noise all day. “We hear all kinds of noises when they drive fast, we hear the noise all day,” Nguyen said. She works at Valley Nails on Main Street. It’s is one of several roads Peach County…

Russell Parkway Dunkin’ Donuts celebrates third anniversary

The store celebrating by giving away free coffee on Monday.

October 18, 2021

Ariel Schiller,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Dunkin’ Donuts on Russell Parkway in Warner Robins is celebrating its three year anniversary by giving away free coffee on Monday. We spoke with the owner and manager of the store, Nick Patel. He’s thankful for his loyal customers who continue to support him. “Having great loyal customers, being apart of a community is great….

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: FPD hosts Mount de Sales in our Game of the Week

The FPD Vikings welcomed the Mount de Sales Cavaliers to George S. Johnson Memorial Stadium.

October 15, 2021

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The FPD Vikings welcomed the Mount de Sales Cavaliers to George S. Johnson Memorial Stadium. The Vikings were looking to get to 2-0 in the region, while Mount de Sales was trying to get to 1-1. Tucker Sargent has highlights from this A-Private Region 1 game: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags:…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Stratford hosts Strong Rock

The Stratford Eagles hosted the Strong Rock Christian Patriots Friday night.

October 15, 2021

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Stratford Eagles hosted the Strong Rock Christian Patriots Friday night. The Eagles were trying to stay perfect in A-Private region 1 (2-0), while the Patriots were looking for their first win (0-1). Here are the highlights from Eagle Field: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, eagle field, football, stratford eagles, Strong…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Rutland and Westside play at Ed Defore

The Rutland Hurricanes were home against the Westside Seminoles Friday night at Ed Defore Sports Complex.

October 15, 2021

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Rutland Hurricanes were home against the Westside Seminoles Friday night at Ed Defore Sports Complex. The Hurricanes were still looking for their first 4-A region 4 win (0-2). The Seminoles were trying for their second region win (1-1). Bill Shanks has the highlights below: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, Ed Defore…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northside hosts Valdosta

The Northside Eagles hosted the Valdosta Wildcats at McConnell-Talbert Stadium.

October 15, 2021

Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Northside Eagles hosted the Valdosta Wildcats at McConnell-Talbert Stadium. This was the Eagles’ first 6-A region game. Here are the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, football, McConnell-Talbert Stadium, northside eagles, Tucker Sargent, Valdosta Wildcats

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Houston County hosts Lee County

The Houston County Bears hosted the Lee County Trojans Friday night.

October 15, 2021

Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Houston County Bears hosted the Lee County Trojans Friday night. This was the first region game for the two teams. Houston County came into the game 4-3 overall, and Lee County was 6-1. Check out the highlights from Freedom Field: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, football, Freedom Field, houston…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Bleckley County hosts Northeast

The Northeast Raiders went on the road Friday night to Bleckley County.

October 15, 2021

Clayton Poulnott,

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Northeast Raiders went on the road Friday night to Bleckley County. Both teams came in undefeated in AA Region 3. Check out the highlights from Royal Stadium: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, Bleckley County Royals, football, Northeast Raiders, Royal Stadium, Tucker Sargent

Alamo police officer Dylan Harrison laid to rest in Dublin

Officer Dylan Harrison was killed in the line of duty on October 9.

October 15, 2021

Peyton Lewis,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– Family, friends, law enforcement and others traveled to the DuBose Porter Center in Dublin, to honor Officer Dylan Harrison Friday. Thousands of first responders showed up to pay their respects. Governor Brian Kemp and his wife Marty Kemp made an appearance too. “He’s a protector… you know Dylan had the cutest little dimples and the deeper those…

Eurie Martin’s family reacts to trial

One of the family's lawyers, Mawuli Davis, says what happened to Martin is not only tragic but inhumane.

October 15, 2021

Ariel Schiller,

SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Eurie Martin’s family hosted a news conference Friday. They discussed the trial for three former Washington County deputies charged with the 2017 tasing death. They were responding to a call about a suspicious person in the neighborhood asking for water. One of the family’s lawyers, Mawuli Davis, says what happened to Martin is not only tragic but…

Fair Crackers help create fun at the Georgia National Fair

As you walk through the Fairgrounds, you may notice some people wearing green vests.

October 15, 2021

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Georgia National Fair in Perry will come to an end this Sunday. A lot of work and planning goes into hosting the annual event. It also takes a lot of volunteers. As you walk through the Fairgrounds, you may notice some people wearing green vests. Those people are known as the Fair Crackers. “Fair crackers are helpers,…

Honey Bee vendor says goodbye after 30 years at the Georgia National Fair

He has been a vendor at the Georgia National Fair since its opening in 1990.

October 15, 2021

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— If you head out to the Georgia National Fair, be sure to make a stop at the Honey Bee Story stand. Jesse McCurdy is a beekeeper in Perry, and the owner of the Honey Bee Story stand in Heritage Hall. He has been a vendor at the Georgia National Fair since its opening in 1990. Now, 32 years…

2-1-1 Mobile brings rental, utility, and COVID assistance to the Macon community

October 15, 2021

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — United Way has created a six-month pilot initiative with the help of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Fund of the Community Foundation of Central Georgia to create a new tool to give greater access to resources concerning rental assistance, utility assistance, and more to the Macon community. With the funding of $175,000, United…

CRIMESTOPPERS Tip leads to arrest of woman on the run since 2019

October 15, 2021

Haley Janes,

(41NBC/WMGT) — According to an executive director with Macon Regional Crimestoppers, U.S. Marshals South East Fugitive Task Force worked with the North Carolina team to apprehend Tia Nicole Hill on Thursday, October 14, 2021, after receiving a tip from Macon Regional Crimestoppers. The release from Crimestoppers says that Hill had been on the run from the Houston County Sheriff’s office…

Rant and Rave: October 15th – The Dawgs are Number 1

The Dawgs have risen to the number one spot after defeating Auburn, but can they take down Kentucky?

October 15, 2021

David Tufts,

The Dawgs have risen to the number one spot after defeating Auburn, but can they take down Kentucky? Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent are talking college football this week, as well as who is the best opponent for the Braves in the NLCS. Categories: Sports

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.

October 14, 2021

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…

Local nonprofits are seeing an increase in homelessness following the end of eviction moratoriums.

State Representative Matthew Wilson is calling on Governor Brian Kemp to expand Medicaid.

More details will be announced at a news conference scheduled for Wednesday, October 20.

Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, October 11 and Friday, October 15, 2021.

Two people are in custody following the shooting death of a Macon teen on October 12.

"We have 179 employees, of those we have 167 vaccinated as of today."

He's seeking a third term to continue initiatives like developing a downtown area for the city.

If passed, the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax would add a penny to all purchases.

The store celebrating by giving away free coffee on Monday.

The FPD Vikings welcomed the Mount de Sales Cavaliers to George S. Johnson Memorial Stadium.

The Stratford Eagles hosted the Strong Rock Christian Patriots Friday night.

The Rutland Hurricanes were home against the Westside Seminoles Friday night at Ed Defore Sports Complex.

The Northside Eagles hosted the Valdosta Wildcats at McConnell-Talbert Stadium.

The Houston County Bears hosted the Lee County Trojans Friday night.

The Northeast Raiders went on the road Friday night to Bleckley County.

Officer Dylan Harrison was killed in the line of duty on October 9.

One of the family's lawyers, Mawuli Davis, says what happened to Martin is not only tragic but inhumane.

As you walk through the Fairgrounds, you may notice some people wearing green vests.

He has been a vendor at the Georgia National Fair since its opening in 1990.

The Dawgs have risen to the number one spot after defeating Auburn, but can they take down Kentucky?

West Nile Virus is most commonly spread by infected mosquitoes feeding on humans.

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