WORKOUT WEDNESDAY:Cardio and Core Circuit

(41NBC/WMGT) — Coach Malcom Strapp is back with 41NBC to bring you a workout for this week that focuses on your health in cardio and core muscles. The workout has 3 rounds, with 45 seconds of work and 30 seconds of rest, with a minute to a minute and a half of rest after each round. ROUND 1: Vertical bounds/…

Bibb County voters will decide penny tax in Nov. 2 special election

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County voters will have the chance to vote on an Other Local Option Sales Tax on November 2. If approved the OLOST would add an extra penny onto a bill for anything purchased in Macon-Bibb. Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller says the county would collect around $30 million dollars to go toward public safety and…

Heavy rain possible (again) Wednesday

We have seen a pretty rainy day across most of Middle Georgia as low pressure, that has been cut off from the main flow, continues to push moisture and rain into the area. Another round of heavy rain will be possible through the day tomorrow, potentially during the morning commute (like today). Rain and storms will be possible for rest…

Local businesses gearing up for Georgia National Fair impact

Businesses say they're thrilled to return to some sense of normalcy.

PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Georgia National Fair begins Thursday, and the city of Perry is preparing to welcome visitors. Local businesses are also preparing to welcome big crowds. Businesses say they’re thrilled to return to some sense of normalcy, after not getting to experience the crowds from the fair last year. Ashley Marie’s Boutique in downtown Perry closed for eight weeks…

Macon-Bibb County looking for amphitheater designs

Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller says they're looking at quality, experience, and pricing.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Macon-Bibb County is looking for qualified applicants to design and build the new amphitheater on the Macon Mall property. Macon-Bibb issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) on Monday, for teams interested in designing and constructing the project. This comes after Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller announced last month, that the county is revitalizing the mall property. Mayor Miller…

Macon small businesses celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

The Office of Small Business Affairs is uplifting Hispanic entrepreneurs to bring more businesses downtown.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– As of right now, there are only three Hispanic-owned businesses in downtown Macon. The Office of Small Business Affairs is hoping to change that. “Bridging that gap and kind of giving resources to these people and seeing their faces light up like ‘Oh I didn’t know that’, or ‘Oh my God! Thank you, I didn’t know that…

Community Foundation of Central Georgia gives grants, announces fund

Local leaders have a goal of raising $700,000 for the fund over the next three years.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Six non-profits received grants from the Community Foundation of Central Georgia. All together, the organizations received $85,000 to help improve the quality of life for residents. The organizations that received grants are: Georgia Kinship Project Houston County Habitat for Humanity Houston County Volunteer Medical Clinic Museum of Aviation Foundation Rebuilding Together Warner Robins Rehoboth Life Care…

Man dies from smoke inhalation following Macon house fire

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man is dead from smoke inhalation following a weekend house fire. Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones says the fire happened in the kitchen of a home on Brentwood Avenue Sunday night. Jones says 52-year-old Richard Simmons later died from smoke inhalation just after midnight Monday morning. The cause of the fire is unknown.   Categories:…

Second arrest made in connection to Twiggs September double homicide

JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office sent out a release concerning the arrest of a second suspect in connection to the investigation of the double homicide of Fred and Peggy White from September 11, 2021. The release says that on Monday October 4, 2021, 45 year-old Wayneaire Lester of Macon was arrested and charged with burglary theft…

Inmate attacks officers at the Monroe County Jail

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Albert Booze, the inmate facing charges for attacking two Bibb county Deputies in April of 2021, and subsequently stabbing one of them to death, has been involved in another violent incident involving officers in the Monroe County Jail on September 28, and is facing more charges according to a police report from Monroe County. The reporting…

Macon-Bibb Fire Department kicks off Fire Prevention Week

The Macon-Bibb Fire Department kicked off Fire Prevention Week with an opening ceremony.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department wants to make sure you’re prepared for a fire. The department kicked off Fire Prevention Week with an opening ceremony. This year’s theme is learning the sounds of fire safety. That means knowing the sounds your smoke alarm makes. A…

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores September 27-October 1

Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, September 27 and Friday, October 1, 2021.

  MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, September 27 and Friday, October 1, 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…

Rain sticks around all week

  Rain moved into Middle Georgia Sunday and it will be sticking around for quite a while. A cold front is approaching the area, but unfortunately it won’t make it through, leaving us muggy and rainy for the rest of the week. Rain will be possible pretty much any time during the day, with a few thunderstorms possible as well….

BCSD trying to prevent bullying in schools and on social media

There's a bullying prevention line, and an online form called 'Let's Talk' to submit concerns.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Social media changed how we communicate. With the click of a button, we can talk to people we haven’t seen in years. It can be addicting for adults. But for children, it can hurt their development. Bruce Conn, a licensed Therapist at Piedmont Macon, says the artificial world causes confusion for children. “Younger folks are feeling very…

UPS advises to start Christmas shopping now

With worker shortages and international delays, the company says you start holiday shopping early.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– Although Christmas is still 11 weeks away, local shipping outlets like the UPS store on Northside Drive in Macon are encouraging customers to buy and ship gifts early. Due to worker shortages and international shipping delays, store manager Mark Massey believes this holiday season could be just like last year. “Things may be a little slower than…

Middle Georgia hispanics celebrate Hispanic Heritage month

"I enjoy Hispanic heritage month, in the fact that we have an opportunity to share our culture with so many different people her in middle Georgia."

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Hispanic Heritage month runs from September 15 through October 15. As there are less than two weeks left, we spoke with Hispanic leaders about what the month means to them. When people think of Hispanic Heritage month, they may think of the food and music. But it’s also a month to celebrate the contributions of Hispanic Americans. “My…

Macon-Bibb Planning & Zoning discusses convenience stores

"We're still regulating convenience stores with gas just like we did in the 60's."

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb Planning & Zoning held a work session Monday to talk about how they regulate convenience stores in the county. Jim Thomas, Executive Director of Planning & Zoning, says there have been a lot of discussions between residents and Commissoners. They invited members from the industry and the public to answer questions and gather information. He…

Middle Georgia Regional Library partners with Bibb Schools for library access

Students in Bibb County now have access to all library resources through the PLAY card.

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Students in Bibb County now have access to all library resources through the PLAY card. PLAY stands for Pines Library Access for Youth. Bibb County students can use their lunch card number instead of a library card. The card gives access to any public library in the Pines System and not just in Bibb County. Students can…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Southwest hosts Lamar County

It was a battle of two teams in AA Region 3.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Southwest Patriots hosted the Lamar County Trojans at Henderson Stadium Friday night. It was a battle of two teams in AA Region 3. The Patriots were 1-0 in the region. The Trojans (0-1) were trying to get their first region win. Check out the highlights:   Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Washington County hosts Northeast in our Game of the Week

This was the first region game for the Raiders, while the Golden Hawks were trying to move to 2-0 in the region.

SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northeast Raiders visited the Washington County Golden Hawks in our Game of the Week on The End Zone. This was the first region game for the Raiders, while the Golden Hawks were trying to move to 2-0 in the region. Tucker Sargent has the highlights from the House of Pain:   Categories: End Zone, Featured,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Rutland travels to Baldwin

The Hurricanes (0-1) were trying to get their first AAAA Region 4 win, while the Braves looked to move to 2-0 in the region.

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Baldwin Braves hosted the Rutland Hurricanes Friday night at Braves Stadium for a regional matchup. The Hurricanes (0-1) were trying to get their first AAAA Region 4 win, while the Braves looked to move to 2-0 in the region. Here are the highlights:   Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: baldwin braves, Bill Shanks,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: West Laurens visits Howard

Both teams came into the game 0-1 in AAAA Region 4.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Howard Huskies hosted the West Laurens Raiders Friday. Both teams came into the game 0-1 in AAAA Region 4. Here are the highlights from Ed DeFore Sports Complex:   Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, Ed Defore Sports Complex, football, howard huskies, Tucker Sargent, west laurens raiders

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Mary Persons hosts Crisp County

The Bulldogs were 2-1 in the region, while the Cougars were 2-0.

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mary Persons Bulldogs hosted the Crisp County Cougars Friday in a AAA Region 2 matchup. The Bulldogs were 2-1 in the region, while the Cougars were 2-0. Here are the highlights:     Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, crisp county cougars, dan pitts stadium at mitchell field, football, mary persons…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Veterans visits Houston County

The Warhawks came into the game 1-4 overall on the season. The Bears (3-3) were looking to get above .500 on the season.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It was a battle between two teams in Houston County Friday as Veterans traveled to take on Houston County. The Warhawks came into the game 1-4 overall on the season. The Bears (3-3) were looking to get above .500 on the season. Check out the highlights from Freedom Field:   Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local…