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Crawford County, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Family hosts prayer on anniversary of disappearance of Jesus Mancilla-Velez

The Labor Day weekend marks one year since the disappearance of Jesus Mancilla-Velez. He was last seen in Houston County on September 5, 2020.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Labor Day weekend marks one year since the disappearance of Jesus Mancilla-Velez. He was last seen in Houston County on September 5, 2020. Velez’s family held a prayer for him on Sunday. Velez was 35 at the time of his disappearance and lived in Warner Robins. Family and friends gathered in Crawford County to pray…

Tech Byte
Featured, Tech Byte, Technology

Tech Byte: Meetings in VR

41NBC Web Producer,

Many of us have gotten used to virtual meetings this year thanks to the pandemic, but what if you could also meet with your colleagues using virtual reality? This week’s edition of Tech Byte will show us how. Facebook is making it possible to bring video games to work, and actually be productive- the social media giant is calling its…

Mom To Mom
Mom to Mom

Mom to Mom: Moving tips

41NBC Web Producer,

Here are some moving tips everyone should know about. As we all know, moving from one house to another can be extremely stressful. Up first, we’ve got rolling luggage to store anything heavy. My personal favorite is stashing all those books in there. So once you put them in, you can roll it straight on the truck and not have…

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Angies List, Ask Angi

Ask Angi: Disaster Preparation

41NBC Web Producer,

(41NBC/WMGT) — The weather can be unpredictable these days and a big storm can sneak up during any season. In this Ask Angi segment, Bailey Carson discusses how to make sure your family and your home are ready to weather any storm that comes your way. Try to think about anything you and your family would need if you had…

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

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Westfield travels to Stratford

Both teams came in 1-0.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It was a battle of two private schools Friday night as the Stratford Eagles hosted the Westfield Hornets. Both teams came in 1-0. Check out the highlights:   Categories: Across Georgia Sports, End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, eagles field, football, stratford eagles, Tucker Sargent, westfield hornets

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

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Southwest visits Mount de Sales

It was a public-private battle.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mount De Sales hosted Southwest Friday night in a battle of private school versus public school. The Cavaliers went into the game looking to go 2-0 on the season. The Patriots were looking for their first win of 2021. Here are the highlights from Mike Garvin Stadium:   Categories: Across Georgia Sports, End Zone, Featured, Local…

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

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Central travels to Pacelli

The Chargers were looking for their first win of 2021 after starting the season 0-2.
Clayton Poulnott,

COLUMBUS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Central went on the road to face Pacelli Friday night. The Chargres were looking for their first win of 2021 after starting the season 0-2. Here are the highlights courtesy of WTVM: Categories: Across Georgia Sports, End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, Central Chargers, football, Pacelli, Tucker Sargent, WTVM

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

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Brookstone visits FPD

This game was a battle of two undefeated teams at George S. Johnson Memorial Stadium.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Brookstone School out of Columbus traveled to FPD Friday night. This game was a battle of two undefeated teams at George S. Johnson Memorial Stadium. Here are the highlights:   Categories: Across Georgia Sports, End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, Brookstone, football, FPD, George S. Johnson Memorial Stadium, Tucker Sargent

Ez Monty 2020
Across Georgia Sports, End Zone, Featured, Jones County, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Jones County hosts Veterans

The Greyhounds were coming off a huge win against North Gwinnett.
Clayton Poulnott,

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Veterans traveled to Jones County Friday night. The Greyhounds were coming off a huge win against North Gwinnett last week, while the Warhawks were looking for their first win of the season. Here are the highlights from Tucker Sargent:   Categories: Across Georgia Sports, End Zone, Featured, Jones County, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks,…

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

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Rutland hosts Luella

The Hurricanes were looking for their first win of the season against the Lions.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rutland hosted Luella out of Henry County on Friday night at the Ed Defore Sports Complex. The Hurricanes were looking for their first win of the season against the Lions. Bill Shanks has the highlights:   Categories: Across Georgia Sports, End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, Ed Defore Sports Complex, football, Luella…
Elections, It's the Law, Politics

It’s the Law: Georgia election law injunction

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.” This week Davis breaks down why a federal judge ruled that a portion of Georgia’s new election law is likely unconstitutional. U.S. District Judge J.P. Boulee cited issues with First Amendment rights when he granted a…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb leaders speak about county’s low homicide rate last month

Bibb County Sheriff David Davis believes it's due to community involvement.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office reported only one homicide in August. Bibb County Sheriff David Davis believes the lack of violence is due to community involvement. “I think people are aware that maybe there is another way to settle things without shooting at each other,” he said. Sheriff Davis thinks help from the local government and community…

Monroe County Black History
Education, Featured, Local News, Monroe County, WMGT

Monroe County Black History Museum set to open permanent location

There have been exhibits at temporary locations over the years.
Ariel Schiller,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Telling Our Story Black History Museum is a project 13 years in the making. Over the years there have been exhibits at temporary locations, but now the museum has a permanent location at the William Hubbard Complex. Rosemary Alexander Walker is the creator of the ‘Telling Our Story Black History Museum’ in Monroe County. The Board…

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Featured, Health, Laurens County, Local News, WMGT

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center opens new program to promote dental hygiene

The goal of the program is to train nurses in oral health and educate the veterans about the necessity of oral health.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

DUBLIN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center wants to help reduce pneumonia cases in their facility, so they recently started the HAPPEN program. It stands for Hospital Acquired Pneumonia Prevention by Engaging Nurses. According to dental hygienist Michelle Lord, preventing pneumonia starts with your teeth. Cleaning them properly can help prevent bacteria from entering your lungs. The goal…

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Crime, Featured, Taylor County

UPDATE: Taylor County Schools close Friday; 3 teens wanted after shooting

41NBC Web Producer,

UPDATE: According to Sheriff Jeff Watson, Friday afternoon all 3 teens were taken into custody. Howell turned himself in and Alsobrook was arrested at his home in Taylor County. BUTLER, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Taylor County Schools are closed Friday September 3, 2021, after a shooting involving 3 students happened Thursday evening around 6:50 p.m. The Taylor County Sheriff’s Office released…

Tech Byte
Featured, Tech Byte, Technology

Tech Byte: Tesla’s humanoid robots

41NBC Web Producer,

Elon Musk isn’t settling for just space- he’s reaching for the stars again as he now wants to make human-like robots. This week’s Tech Byte takes a look at his latest project in the works. Tesla’s CEO thinks his latest idea is out of this world- Elon Musk says Tesla already makes robots on wheels – why wouldn’t a humanoid…

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Local News, Weather

Low humidity, dry conditions Friday

Cecilia Reeves,

It felt really nice across Middle Georgia this afternoon and evening as we are just starting to see the impact of high pressure to our north. Through the day tomorrow we will see the dry air fully settle in, creating a comfortable afternoon and evening across the area. A cold front to our south will stall through the day Saturday,…
Bibb County, COVID-19, Featured, Health, Houston County, Local News, Medical, WMGT

Local hospitals offering intravenous COVID-19 treatment

The Georgia Department of Public Health reported more than 6,000 cases Thursday.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— If you test positive for COVID-19,  you can get a monoclonal antibody treatment within the first week of symptoms. Atrium Health Navicent is offering the treatment at five locations with a physician’s referral. The Georgia Department of Public Health reported more than 6,000 cases Thursday. Dr. Sandy Duke is the Chief Clinical Officer with Atrium Health Navicent….

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Bibb County, Local News, WMGT

Mayor Lester Miller visits Macon-Bibb’s ‘Construction Ready’ program

The participants will graduate from the free program on September 24. Many of them say they've learned valuable skills.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) —Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller visited the county’s “Construction Ready” participants Thursday afternoon, speaking with them about their journey through the program and potential job opportunities. The participants will graduate from the free program on September 24. Many of them say they’ve learned valuable skills. “I am a person who’s interested in starting my own business,” Keshel Coates said….

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb Fire Department promotes 10 firemen

10 firemen are taking on new roles of leadership after being promoted in a ceremony Thursday.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department has a lot to celebrate. Friends and family celebrated the promotion of 10 firemen at a ceremony Thursday. Two firefighters were promoted to Captain, four moved up to Lieutenant and four more to Sergeant. Interim Fire Chief Shane Edwards says the Macon-Bibb community can feel safe knowing the promoted firemen will do…

Bs Report: September 1st The Dawgs Roster
Sports

BS Report: September 1st – The Dawgs Roster

It's looking like a good start to the season for UGA with much of the Dawgs major talent returning.
David Tufts,

College football has returned once again, and this year looks good for the Bulldogs. Head Coach Kirby Smart has a lot of assets returning, and he’ll need them to topple the Tigers of Clemson in their opening game. Bill Shanks takes a look at the roster for the Dawgs to start 2021, and why he thinks this will be the…