Bibb County BOE: ‘Poll workers are tired, anxious’
“Our employees are on edge,” Board of Elections Chairman, Mike Kaplan said.
New television show calls Macon ‘home’
The show guest stars Snoop Dog, Rosario Dawson, Jennifer Nettles and Cody Rhodes.
Body found in basement after Monroe County house fire
JULIETTE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Monroe County first responders located an unidentified body after a house fire in Juliette. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a home at 27 Faith Court after a caller said someone was trying to harm him and his house was on fire. Deputies got to the scene around 10:30 Tuesday night. They report the home…
Perry City Council holds first meeting of 2021
Many things were on the agenda, but the big concern was the rise of COVID-19 cases in the area.
Brookdale warming center will open for the homeless, families in need
Mayor Miller says the idea for the center emerged after two homeless men froze to death on Christmas.
Voters cast a ballot on election day in Georgia
The wait time for most locations was just five to ten minutes.
Macon-Bibb holds first commission meeting with new administration
The new administration has many goals for the near future.
State representatives ask ‘Where are your ballots?’
State Representative Miriam Paris and James Beverly made the last-minute push to voters.
Macon-Bibb Coroner reports Pansy Avenue shooting death as second homicide of 2021
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones reports he is on the scene of Macon-Bibb County’s second homicide of 2021. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 100 block of Pansy Avenue just before 6:00 Tuesday night. Jones reports 28-year-old Ledarius Clark died of “multiple gunshot wounds.” The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the circumstances surrounding the…
Baldwin County School District to begin semester remotely
The district says it’s due to the number of students and staff currently in quarantine.
Things to keep in mind ahead of Tuesday’s runoff election
Election Day is Tuesday, January 5, and election officials want to make sure you have a plan.
Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller proposing restriction of pawn and liquor licenses
Mayor Lester Miller is proposing an indefinite plan to ban liquor and pawn shop licenses.
BS Report: January 1st
Bill Shanks has some predictions for Georgia sports in 2021. Which teams will break the curse this year? Categories: Sports
Severe weather flips mobile home in Monroe County
Severe weather ripped through Monroe County Friday, taking down trees, power lines, and even a mobile home.
Nursing homes, assisted living facilities adapt to pandemic
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The elderly population is among the most vulnerable groups when it comes to contracting Covid-19. Nursing homes and Assisted Living Facilities limited access to visitors early on during the pandemic. As time has gone on facilities like Carlyle Place found ways to adapt to CDC Guidelines. Tara Johnson — the dementia programs and social services manager for…
Reverend Raphael Warnock visits Macon, encourages residents to vote
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Rain or shine, Bibb County residents gathered Friday afternoon in support of Democratic U.S. Senate Raphael Warnock in these final days of the runoff election. As January 5 draws near, Warnock reassured voters at Unionville Missionary Baptist Church that of his campaign promises. Warnock positions The Savannah native says when elected, he will: Strengthen the Affordable…
Emancipation Proclamation rally encourages people to vote
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Saint Paul AME Church and the Evangelical Ministerial Alliance partnered to host the Emancipation Proclamation Rally. Pastor Kevin Moore says the rally highlights the need for everyone to vote in the runoff election. “The rain isn’t going to stop us January 1 and it’s not going to stop us on January 5,” says Pastor Moore. Attendees…
‘The baby’s face it put me at ease’: Navicent delivers first baby of 2021
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Navicent Health physicians delivered their first baby of 2021. Terrance Howard III aka “T3” was born at 5:08 a.m. to parents Chelsea Clyde and Terrance Howard Jr. Both parents are overwhelmed with joy as they welcomed their baby into the new year. “With everything going on, it’s kind of scary but seeing the baby’s face it…
Macon New Year’s celebrations ignore medical professional’s advice
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Even with multiple warnings about the strong possibility of holiday gatherings increasing the spread of COVID-19, some New Year’s celebrations were no different from past years. In downtown Macon, many people were out partying well past midnight. 41NBC witnessed people ignoring social distance guidelines and large groups of people not wearing masks. Several establishments on MLK…
Warner Robins church helps homeless battle cold
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Harvest Builders Worship Center in Warner Robins is feeling compelled to help after learning that two homeless men froze to death the day after Christmas in Macon. Pastor Levi Rozier says he and his congregation love people just like they love God. That’s why the group is collecting several blankets to give to those in…
Middle GA Regional Library gets clear face masks for deaf, hard of hearing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Middle Georgia Regional Library is finding ways to accommodate deaf and hard of hearing customers. Samantha Wilcox — the head of reference for the library — saw the need for the masks when she realized her struggling to communicate with guests. Jennifer Lautzenheiser — director of the Middle Georgia Regional Library — says they ordered…
Middle Georgia Comic convention comes to Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Visit Macon along with Fanboy Collectibles & Comics partnered to bring the Middle Georgia Comic Convention to Macon. Convention organizers say they will host vendors from throughout the Southeast, providing a variety of products. Those products include toys, lounge flys, comics, collectibles, and other fandom items. Michael Huffman, the owner of Fanboy Collectibles & Comics, says…
Local libraries participate in national reading challenge
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Middle Georgia Regional Libraries are participating in the Winter Reading Challenge. This is the first year that Simon and Shuster’s Books Like US will sponsor the challenge. Three Bibb County libraries will participate: Washington Memorial, Shurling, and Bloomfield Libraries. The Washington Memorial Library has set a goal to read at least 10 hours in January. Marketing…
Black Voters Matter donates food, encourages voting
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Black Voters Matter organization held a first-ever drive-thru food giveaway to encourage voter turnout. Organizers distributed around 300 bags of food. They also encouraged those that have not voted to vote. Gregory Barnes, the local organization manager, said they aim to highlight the importance of voting. Volunteers and local food pantries provided most of the…