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Bibb County, Business, Featured, Local News

Macon small businesses celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

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

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…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

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.
Ariel Schiller,

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…
Bibb County, Local News

Man dies from smoke inhalation following Macon house fire

Shelby Coates,

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:…

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Crime, Featured, Local News, Twiggs County

Second arrest made in connection to Twiggs September double homicide

41NBC Web Producer,

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…

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Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Inmate attacks officers at the Monroe County Jail

41NBC Web Producer,

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

Macon-Bibb Fire Department kicks off Fire Prevention Week

Ariel Schiller,

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…

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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.
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, 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…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Rain sticks around all week

Cecilia Reeves,

  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….
Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

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.
Ariel Schiller,

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…
Bibb County, Business, Featured, Local News, Money

UPS advises to start Christmas shopping now

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

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…

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Baldwin County, Education, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

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."
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

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

Macon-Bibb Planning & Zoning discusses convenience stores

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

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…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

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.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

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…

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End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Southwest hosts Lamar County

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

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…

Ez Monty 2020
End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT

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.
Clayton Poulnott,

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,…

Ez Monty 2020
End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT

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.
Clayton Poulnott,

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,…

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End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: West Laurens visits Howard

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

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

Ez Monty 2020
End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Mary Persons hosts Crisp County

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

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…

Ez Monty 2020
End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT

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.
Clayton Poulnott,

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…
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It’s the Law: Tenant rights and lease agreements

Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Attorney J Davis from James W. Davis and Associates joins 41NBC’s Shelby Coates for our weekly segment “It’s the Law.” 41NBC gets several calls and emails about poor living conditions at Middle Georgia apartments and homes. We have received complaints of mold, mice, roaches, broken air condition units, leaky roofs and more. We checked with attorney…

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Angies List, Ask Angi, Featured

ASK ANGI: Fall maintenance

41NBC Web Producer,

(41NBC/WMGT) — As the leaves start changing and the nights are getting a little cooler there are some key things to do to make sure your home is in great shape for the fall. Bailey Carson, a home care expert at Angi, is here to offer fall maintenance tips for your home to tackle in the next few weeks. While…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Dry and warm weather return to start October

Cecilia Reeves,

Sunshine is back for a few more days in Middle Georgia as we head into the weekend. Highs Friday will be warming to the upper and mid 80s with a few clouds hanging around through the day. We won’t be seeing many changes in the forecast until the end of the weekend, so you can keep the umbrellas put away…

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Featured, Health, Local News, Medical, Monroe County

Monroe County toddler fights cancer as family spreads more awareness

Colton was diagnosed with lymphoblastic lymphoma.
Shelby Coates,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Thursday marks the last day of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, but the battle does not stop for the one in every 285 children diagnosed with cancer in America every year. This includes Colton Poulnott in Monroe County. He’s the son of 41NBC Managing Editor and Producer Clay Poulnott. Colton was diagnosed with lymphoblastic lymphoma back in…

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Bibb County, COVID-19, Featured, Health, WMGT

Macon-Bibb leadres urge African American community to get vaccinated

"Don't allow COVID-19 to take your joy, don't allow COVID-19 to steal your family."
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— A roundtable discussion was held Thursday morning in Macon to get an important message out to the community. Organizations in Middle Georgia came together to urge more African Americans get vaccinated against COVID-19. Macon-Bibb leaders and lawmakers also joined churches and community groups for the discussion at the Tubman Museum. They stressed the need  for more vaccinations within…