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…
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is looking for teens caught on camera, appearing to vandalize Jones County High School. Deputies believe two sets of teens did the damage on two different nights as part of a social media challenge known as The Devious Lick. The Sheriff’s Office shared surveillance photos from September 25th and October 7th…
ATLANTA (AP) — A federal judge has sentenced former Georgia Insurance Commissioner Jim Beck to more than seven years in prison for fraud. The judge on Tuesday also ordered Beck to pay $2.6 million in restitution to make up for money he stole from an insurer. Jurors in July swiftly convicted the 60-year-old Beck on 37 counts of wire fraud,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, October 4 and Friday, October 8, 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…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peach County Trojans hosted the Crisp County Cougars in our Game of the Week on The End Zone. It was a battle of two undefeated teams in Region 2-AAA. Tucker Sargent has highlights from Trojan Stadium: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, crisp county cougars, football, peach county trojans,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It was a Region 3-AA battle at Thompson Stadium Friday night. The Northeast Raiders hosted the Southwest Patriots. Here are the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, football, Northeast Raiders, southwest patriots, Thompson Stadium, Tucker Sargent
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Perry Panthers hosted the Washington County Golden Hawks Friday night. This was a rare late season non-region game. The Panthers came into the game at 4-1 overall, while the Golden Hawks were 3-1 Here are the highlights from Herb St. John Stadium: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, football, Herb…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Westside Seminoles hosted the Howard Huskies Friday night at Ed Defore Sports Complex. Both teams were playing for the first win in Region 2-AAAA. Here are the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, Ed Defore Sports Complex, football, howard huskies, Tucker Sargent, westside seminoles
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The FPD Vikings visited the Tattnall Square Trojans Friday night. The Trojans were looking for their second win in the region (1-0), while the Vikings were looking for their first (0-1). Check out the highlights below: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, football, fpd vikings, Jack Baynes Field, tattnall trojans, Tucker Sargent
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mount de Sales Cavaliers welcomed the Stratford Eagles to Mike Garvin Stadium Friday night. Both teams were playing for their second win in the region. The Cavaliers were 1-1 in region play, while the Eagles were 1-0. Here are the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, football, Mike Garvin Stadium,…