Gatorhunt
Bibb County, Local News

Bibb County seeing more alligator reports in 2021

Within the past few months, Bibb County's animal control has caught and released four alligators, which officers say is high for this time of year.
Peyton Lewis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Within the past few months, Bibb County’s animal control has caught and released four alligators, which officers say is high for this time of year. The last alligator sighting was at Carolyn Crayton park in Macon when a woman got out of her car and saw an alligator underneath. Bibb County Animal Enforcement officer Rebecca Galeazzo…

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Baldwin County, Local News, WMGT

Baldwin County Fire & Rescue needs volunteers for Fire Citizens Academy

Baldwin County fire rescue is looking for people to join their new fire citizens academy.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Baldwin County Fire and Rescue is looking for people to join their new Fire Citizens Academy. The academy focuses on teaching the public about the fire department and what firefighters do. Captain Sheri Kneip says the department depends heavily on volunteers since they are a combination department. According to Captain Kneip, the idea to create the academy…
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Man found in Warner Robins with multiple gunshot wounds

Police responded to 1000 Executive Court just before 11 Sunday night.
Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead in Warner Robins after suffering multiple gunshot wounds Sunday night. Police say they responded to 1000 Executive Court just before 11 p.m. When arriving on scene, officers say people were attempting CPR on 24-year-old Kristopher Mast until medical personnel arrived. He later died at the hospital. Police say there is a…
Baldwin County, Local News

2 dead after triple shooting in Milledgeville

A Milledgeville Police news release sent Saturday morning said offers responded to 2309 Laura Court Apartment B Saturday in reference to three victims with gunshot wounds.
Tucker Sargent,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people are dead and a third person is in the hospital after a triple shooting in MIlledgeville. A Milledgeville Police news release sent Saturday morning said offers responded to 2309 Laura Court Apartment B Saturday in reference to three victims with gunshot wounds. Two of the victims, 42-year-old Erica Lachell Reaves and 29-year-old Tyric James…

Homicide
Bibb County, Local News

UPDATE: Macon shooting victim identified, no charges filed as of now

It happened in the 3600 block of Dawn Street in Macon Saturday at 5:24 a.m.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (10:20 a.m. ) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office identified the victim of Saturday morning’s shooting as 31-year-old Anthony Benard Burke of Macon. Burke “had gone to the address in the 3600 block of Dawn Street where his ex-girlfriend lives and gotten into a physical altercation with her, after busting a window and kicking in the front door,” a…

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Local News, Weather

Nice Independence Day weekend on the way

Cecilia Reeves,

A cold front is in the process of moving through Middle Georgia this evening, bringing clearing and an end to the rain threat as is pushes south. High pressure will be filtering in dry air through the day Saturday, keeping it sunny and hot for the weekend. Highs over the weekend will warm to the 90’s, but humidity will be…

Independence Day Celebration
Bibb County, Entertainment, Featured, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

Warner Robins Independence Day Celebration brings excitement

The Warner Robins Independence Day celebration returned this year after the pandemic cancelled it last year.
Ariel Schiller,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Independence Day celebration returned this year after the pandemic cancelled it last year. The gates opened at 5 p.m. Friday, and people filled the McConnell Talbert Stadium parking lot, listening to music acts from A.J. the D.J., Leah Belle Faser, Callista Clarke and country music star Jimmie Allen. Food trucks were also…

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Bibb County, Health, Local News, WMGT

Coliseum Northside provides tips on how to be safe this summer

Summer is here, and more people are out and about having fun, but summer can also bring many dangers.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Summer is here, and more people are out and about having fun, but summer can also bring many dangers. Coliseum Northside hospital doctors are providing tips on how to avoid going to the emergency room this summer. “Statistically we see over 200 firework related injuries, most are in the hands,” Dr. Steve McAlpine said. He says if…

Its The Law Cdc Eviction Ban
It's the Law, Politics, US & World News

It’s the Law: Supreme Court rules on CDC eviction ban

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 the United States Supreme Court decision to on the federal government’s temporary ban on evictions. Davis breaks down the court decision, what it means for the temporary eviction ban and the…

New Restaurant Opens In Downtown Macon

New restaurant opens in downtown Macon

A new breakfast and brunch spot is now open on Cherry Street
Peyton Lewis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– A new restaurant is set to open its doors in downtown macon tomorrow. The restaurant is called Vibez. It’s on Cherry Street next to the Brookhaven Lounge. The restaurant serves breakfast and brunch and has a hidden hookah bar in the back. The restaurant is owned by NFL player Bud Dupree who is a linebacker for the…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Warner Robins woman killed in crash along I-75 in Bibb County

The crash happened around 3:00 Friday afternoon on I-75 near the Forsyth Street off ramp.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County coroner is reporting a deadly crash at the start of a busy holiday travel weekend. The crash happed around 3:00 Friday afternoon on I-75 near the Forsyth Street off ramp. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office a Toyota 4Runner was heading north on I-75 when it lost control and hit the center…

Judie Web
Baldwin County, Crime, Featured, Local News

Former Bibb County Schools deputy superintendent charged with murder in wife’s death

Sheriff's deputies arrested 65-year-old Edward Judie on a murder charge.
41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A former Bibb County School District deputy superintendent of student affairs is facing a murder charge for his wife’s death in 2019. Sheriff’s deputies arrested 65-year-old Edward Judie Thursday night following an interview where investigators say his story continued to change. On November 29th 2019, deputies responded to a death at a home on Greenview Terrace…

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Local News, Weather

Storms likely Friday ahead of a nice weekend

Cecilia Reeves,

Showers and storms held off for much of the day across Middle Georgia, but as per usual, returned this afternoon. Showers will linger overnight ahead of our next cold front that moves in tomorrow. As the cold front moves south, we will likely see just enough instability to get some storms with heavy rain and frequent lightning. This rain will…

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Bibb County, Local News

50 arrested, 40 guns seized in Macon operation

Bibb County Sheriff's Office deputies seized several guns and made several arrests in an effort they call "Operation United Front."
Peyton Lewis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT ) –  Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputies seized several guns and made several arrests in an effort they call “Operation United Front.” The operation, announced Thursday, targeted illegal gun possessions in Bibb County. Sheriff David Davis said deputies targeted areas with several shots fired calls. The operation lasted 40 days, which led to 50 arrests and 40 guns…

Rant and Rave
Sports

Rant and Rave: July 1st – Hawks Headed to Game 5

The Hawks are in Milwaukee to try and take the lead once again in their battle with the Bucks for the Eastern Conference.
David Tufts,

The Hawks are in Milwaukee to try and take the lead once again in their battle with the Bucks for the Eastern Conference. No Trae, no Giannis, this will be a test of which team can step up without their biggest stars. Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent make their predictions for this game and the future of the series. Categories:…
Crime, Dodge County, Featured, Local News

Four arrested in connection with firebombing of Eastman restaurant

The incident happened on May 22nd at the Captain D's located at 6006 Oak Street
Shelby Coates,

EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – State fire investigators make four arrests in connection to the fire bombing of a restaurant in Dodge County. The incident happened on May 22nd at the Captain D’s located at 6006 Oak Street in Eastman. The arrests include: Kymberly Swars, 32, charged with 1st Degree Arson and Obstruction of a Law Enforcement Officer Christopher Wright, 25,…

Independence Day Celebration
Bibb County, Entertainment, Featured, Houston County, Lifestyle, Local News, Monroe County, WMGT

July 4th celebrations across Middle Georgia

July 4 celebrations are back around Middle Georgia after Covid changed or cancelled them last year.
Ariel Schiller,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — July 4 celebrations are back around Middle Georgia after Covid changed or cancelled them last year. The Warner Robins Independence Day Celebration is one of those events. It will be in the parking lot of McConnell Talbert Stadium on July 2. Warner Robins City Clerk and public information officer, Mandy Stella, says the city is…

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Bibb County, Local News, WMGT

Fuller Center and Mr. Handyman partner to help community

A new partnership has formed in the ongoing effort to reduce blighted home in Middle Georgia.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — A new partnership has formed in the ongoing effort to reduce blighted home in Middle Georgia. Fuller Center and Mr. Handyman of Macon and Warner Robins have come together to begin working on the home of Mrs. Ballard. Ballard recently lost her husband, and her home was in need of multiple repairs to keep it safe and…

Pups

Pups in The Park event for Independence Day

Warner Robins is hosting their first dog friendly Independence Day celebration
Peyton Lewis,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– Companies from around Warner Robins are coming together to host a dog-friendly July Fourth celebration. Wellston Trees & Greens has organized a more relaxed Independence Day ceremony at Wellston Park to give people a break from the hustle and bustle of the other annual celebrations. The event welcomes dog owners to hang out at Wellston park…

Middle Georgia Regional Library
Baldwin County, Bibb County, Crawford County, Education, Featured, Happening Now, Jones County, Local News, Macon County, Twiggs County, Wilkinson County, WMGT

Middle Georgia Regional Library removes fines from children’s materials

The Middle Georgia Regional Library System is removing fines from children's and teen print materials effective July 1.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Middle Georgia Regional Library System is removing fines from children’s and teen print materials effective July 1. The library board of trustees voted earlier this year to remove the fines from those materials to remove barriers. They hope it will increase accessibility for lower income families. They are also forgiving all outstanding fines for those…

GEMA donates PPE to Macon clinic

The state donated hundreds of boxes of supplies to the Macon Volunteer Clinic this week.
Peyton Lewis,

MACOn, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Emergency Management Agency made a huge donation to the Macon Volunteer Clinic Thursday. The Macon Volunteer Clinic provides healthcare to uninsured people in Macon-Bibb County. GEMA made a stop at the Macon Farmer’s Market to deliver boxes of Personal Protective Equipment to the clinic. The donation consisted of masks, gloves, robes, bandaids, cottons, and…

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Education, Local News, Peach County, WMGT

New Peach County High School opening in August

Peach County High School is celebrating its 50th anniversary and is also celebrating a new high school.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — Peach County High School is celebrating its 50th anniversary and is also celebrating a new high school. Sitting on more than 100 thousand square feet of land, the school is located off Peach Parkway. According to Ben Maddox, Assistant Superintendent for Operations, the location of the school was chosen because it’s centrally located. The new school…

Trump Org Tax Crimes
Across the Nation, Featured

Trump Org, CFO plead not guilty to tax crime charges

Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Lawyers for Donald Trump’s company pleaded not guilty to tax crime charges Thursday, along with the Trump Organization’s longtime finance chief. It is the first criminal case arising from a two-year investigation into the former president’s company. Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg was arraigned a day after a grand jury returned an indictment charging him and…

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Featured, Laurens County, Local News

UPDATE: Dublin man in custody following discovery of woman’s body Wednesday

Dublin Police Chief Tim Chatman tells 41NBC Ben Whitaker faces a murder charge in connection to the shooting death of his wife. He did not provide any further information, citing the ongoing investigation.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (7/1) – Dublin Police Chief Tim Chatman tells 41NBC Ben Whitaker faces a murder charge in connection to the shooting death of his wife. He did not provide any further information, citing the ongoing investigation. UPDATE (6/30 – 7 p.m.) – Dublin Police Chief Tim Chatman tells 41NBC Tiffany Whitaker’s husband, Ben, is now in custody. Chatman says Whitaker…