DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – East Laurens hosted Johnson County Friday night at Falcon Field. This was the Trojans’ first game of 2021. On the other side, the Falcons looked to start the season 2-0 after defeating Twiggs County 70-7 in Week 1. Check out the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Johnson County, Laurens County, Local News, Local Sports, WMGT Tags:…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In a battle of two Macon schools, Howard and Southwest faced off at Ed DeFore Sports Complex on Friday night. This was the first game for the Patriots, who were the home team against the Huskies, who were coming off a 16-7 victory vs Central. Bill Shanks has the highlights: Categories: Bibb County, End Zone, Featured,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Peach County Trojans looked to win their first game of the season as they visited the Northside Eagles. The Eagles were looking to stay unbeaten after winning their week Week 1 against Veterans 48-7. Here are the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Houston County, Local News, Local Sports, Peach County, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, football,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A recent string of car break-ins have the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office looking for up to five people. “I was lucky because they didn’t do any damage they just went through my belongings,” homeowner Tavaurious Durham, who lives on Thomaston Overlook, said. “It’s still very violating though.” Durham says this is the third string of car…
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.” The U.S. Supreme Court is not blocking a court ruling that orders President Biden to reinstate the so-called “Remain in Mexico” policy. J Davis explains the purpose behind the policy that addresses where asylum seekers can…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Governor Brian Kemp announced Tuesday he was deploying more than 100 National Guardsmen to hospitals across the state. Houston Healthcare is one of those hospitals. Doctor Melinda Hartley, the hospital’s vice president and chief operating officer, says she’s relieved the hospital is getting help from the National Guard. “The minute they walked in the door,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Adult Readiness Program is helping one man look his best for job interviews. The program helps local people find new opportunities and jobs. It partnered with the owner of Macon’s Klothing Kafe, Rick Douglas, who is also the creator of the Community Clozet. They were able to help the man get his first suit at…
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Two Macon men are hosting an event to help keep kids off the streets and safe inside the ring. The first ‘Gloves Not Guns’ is an event designed for the community to watch boxing matches or learn how to join a boxing group. Event organizers hope this will help youth realize what they can accomplish if they…
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Two Bibb County Schools were awarded $2,500 from the Witherite Law Group, a law group based in Atlanta. Bruce Elementary and Appling Middle School were nominated to receive the award. Both schools say the money will go to buying supplies for students and help purchase other items the students may need. The law group says it wants…
(41NBC/WMGT) — Troy Thompson speaks with fitness expert about how to create a slimmer waist. Check out the tips below: Categories: Health & Fitness, Living Well Tags: fitness, health, Living Well, Troy Thompson
If your kids go bananas for anything bananas, then Mini Banana Cream Pies will hit the spot. They’re simple to make and delicious. You need a muffin pan, some cupcake holders, some bananas, banana pudding, vanilla wafers, and, of course, Cool Whip. Now’s the fun part. Start making it. Prep your pudding based off the instructions on the box,…
Pests and rodents are unwelcome visitors to our homes, but they’re also stubborn and can be hard to get rid of. Bailey Carson, Head of Everyday Services at Angi and a home care expert, is here to offer tips on how to prevent and rid your home of pests and rodents, from tiny bugs to bigger critters. There are lots of ways…
It’s like Game of Thrones in College Football as PAC 12, Big Ten, and the ACC announce a potential alliance to rival the SEC. Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent discuss what this could mean for the future of the sport. Also the Falcons, may have made an upgrade after losing backup QB AJ McCarron, and the Braves have a tough…
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb County Board of Commissioners held a joint meeting with Bibb County School Board members at Middle Georgia State University Thursday. Joining forces, the groups discussed three topics: blight, violence and literacy. When it comes to violence, Mayor Lester Miller said during the meeting that the only way to tackle violence is by joining forces to…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – While dealing with the stress of the pandemic, many people have found new hobbies like art or exercise, while others have clung to faith. A group took their faith to the streets right in front of Atrium Health Navicent Thursday morning to offer hope to the staff and patients. They brought signs, read bible scriptures and…
Rain and storms are back in the forecast as we head through the end of the week. Highs will be limited by the timing of rain, but I still expect most of us to reach the upper 80s. If you are heading to a football game tomorrow evening, you might need to grab the rain gear. Saturday continues our summertime…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — More students in Bibb County are switching to asynchronous, virtual learning for the next two weeks due to Covid. Asynchronous learning means teachers will record and post lessons from their classroom each day. Starting Friday, August 27, all classes at Ingram Pye Elementary and Westside High School will make the switch due to the rise in…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man. Deputies are trying to locate 57-year-old Matthew Williams Jr., of Macon. He was last seen by family members on August 21th. Williams was living in the Hidden Lake Apartment Complex on Hidden Lakes Court, near Farmers Furniture in west Macon….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – COVID-19 cases are forcing schools across Middle Georgia to move to virtual learning, several schools are now canceling or postponing football games. GAMES AFFECTED THIS WEEK: Perry High School @ Harris County (8/27) – Canceled Hampton @ Perry High School (9/3) – Canceled Baldwin High School @ Washington County High School (8/27) – Canceled Jenkins County…
Taking a page from the Hawks last season, the Braves have turned things around with back-to-back wins on the road. While their losses to the Yankees this week may have been disappointing, Bill shanks is here to tell yo why you shouldn’t give up on them just yet. Categories: Sports
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three weeks ago, Perry announced it canceled city sponsored events for 30 days due to rising COVID cases in the area. Since the deadline is almost up, we checked with city leaders to see what they’re planning for the next 30 days. Tabitha Clark, the Senior Communications Administrator for Perry, says they constantly keep track of…
DUBLIN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The YKK AP Company in Dublin was recognized as one of the Clean 13 for 2020. The presentation was held Wednesday afternoon after being postponed in November. The Clean 13 honors companies who protect nearby water and natural resources. YKK was nominated by Keep Dublin Laurens Beautiful last year. A company spokesman says they’re proud of being…
DUBLIN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — In an effort to get more people vaccinated, the South Central Health District partnered with Laurens County Commissioners this week to host a vaccination event. “We just really feel like this was an ideal location to offer walk up Covid vaccines,” South Central Health District public information officer Melissa Brantley said. “It’s an area that has a…
(41NBC/WMGT) — Coach Strapp joins 41NBC once again to bring a whole new Workout Wednesday, this week, focusing on a lower body and core muscle circuit. Coach Strapp does these exercises in 3 rounds with 30 seconds of work, then 45 seconds of rest each, ending with 1 – 1.5 minutes rest after each round. ROUND ONE: Squat lateral lunge…