MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The holidays are all about spending time with your family, but that can be difficult for some who have lost a loved one to cancer. That is why Relay for Life of Bibb County is remembering those affected by cancer through its “Love Lights a Tree” event. Jahnna Cole stopped by Daybreak to tell us more…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fort Valley’s first mayor in 16 years took her oath of office this evening. Mayor-elect Barbara Williams was sworn in during a ceremony at City Hall. About 60 people packed into the council chambers to watch Williams and other council members take their oaths of office. Williams said she hopes she will help Fort Valley…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon police are investigating after a woman is found dead in a motel room this afternoon. We don’t know much about Toma Kenny, known to her family as Tomalee, or how she died. Kenny decided to rent a room from the United Suites in Macon for a week and died before she checked out. Bibb County…
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Lane Southern Orchards farmers harvest pecans at the peak of fall season. The company dedicates more than 1,000 acres at its Sandersville location to producing the nut that many people will use around the holidays, and year-round. Farm manager Phillip Rigdon says 50 percent of their crop is sold locally, and the rest is shipped around…
MACON,Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Imagine a major tornado hitting in Macon, buildings destroyed, and people scattered everywhere. Well that was the case Thursday, for some Miller Motte Technical College medical students. Injured people were everywhere crying out for help. Other lifeless bodies were sprawled across the ground. Medical students quickly and calmly treated their patients, and moved some to a makeshift…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One Macon church is lending a helping hand for needy and less fortunate families this holiday season by opening their 6th annual Christmas store. “It’s hard enough during the year, but when Christmas comes, you want to bless your children and you have to decide whether to pay your power bill or buy gifts for your…
Did you know most shelter cats are not reclaimed by their owners? The Humane Society listed these statistics, plus more, on their website. A local organization, Macon Purrs ‘N Paws, hopes you come to their Christmas Open House this weekend at their cage-free shelter and hopefully adopt. Anne Brennaman came to our studios to talk to us. If you’d like…
DUDLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Members of Baker Baptist Church in Rentz, Georgia are raising funds to help build a well in a fishing village located in Malawi Africa. The mission team which consists of 11 men is hosting an archery tournament to help the people in the village. Baker Baptist Church member, Keith Carr stopped by 41 Today to share…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week’s edition of Studio 41 features local artist, Louise Warren. She’s no stranger to the Macon music scene. Shadow Sound Studio’s Joey Stuckey sat down with Warren and shared her holiday single, “Christmas Memories.” For more information on this week’s musician, check out www.louisewarrenmusic.com. Categories: Joey Stuckey Presents
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School System is celebrating big news tonight: the graduation rate made huge gains. According to the Georgia Department of Education, Bibb County’s rate went up by a significant amount from 2012 to 2013. The District’s 2013 4-year graduation rate was 61.1 percent, which is up from 52.3 percent in 2012. Interim Superintendent Dr….
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — For Rodney Crosslin, Christmas started early–way early. The Dublin resident dedicated the entire year to creating a musically-synced Christmas light display in his front yard, made up of thousands of lights. “My little brother thought I was crazy,” said Crosslin. “My mom said well just go for it. My wife said she was used to it–her…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – River Edge Behavioral Health Center held its inaugural Christmas Gala for more than 250 residents and their families on Wednesday morning. The organization partnered with Central High School’s fine arts program to provide musical and dance entertainment. Residents were also able to take pictures with Santa Claus. Director of Developmental Disabilities, Greta O’Dell believes getting together…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – “One Macon! Our Vision, Our Future” steering committee has a strategic plan for Macon- Bibb County’s future. Wednesday, community leaders gathered at Mercer University to learn what they can do to help create more wealth for all residents. Civic and business leaders met to get an idea on how to establish a better community, as a…
DUDLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — According to a firefighter on the scene, at least one person was airlifted to a nearby hospital after a bad wreck Wednesday evening in Laurens County. It happened at the corner of Highway 80 and Old Hawkinsville Road, close to I-16. 41NBC’s Sean Franklin drove up on the accident, and said two sedans, one red and…
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One Hancock County who turned 105 recently, is being celebrated by her community for all of her years of service. “I always wanted to be a school teacher.” It’s a mentality that’s driven Mrs. Jamie Kennedy for her entire adult life. 41NBC sat down with her inside of her Sparta home, where she remains upbeat and…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After 25 years, two east Bibb County roads are getting much needed upgrades. Bibb Commission chair Sam Hart announced this morning, he signed an agreement with the Georgia Department of Tranportation that will use $2 million in county funds to begin work on Jeffersonville Road and Millerfield Road. The project would widen the street and also…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The curtain opens Wednesday night for a Christmas tradition! This year’s Nutcracker of Middle Georgia features hundreds of local dancers performing the timeless classic. 41NBC got a sneak peek of the sights and sounds of the ballet. “Sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nutcracker ballet,” the announcer says right before the show. “I’ve been doing Nutcracker…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Junior League of Macon’s holiday book drive is underway. The organization works to promote early childhood education around middle Georgia. Junior League of Macon President, Lauralen Avery stopped by 41 Today with details on the book drive and a recap of the organization’s Character Breakfast. The book drive is going on now through Sunday, December…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you’re looking to foster or adopt a four legged friend this holiday season, the Canine Clubhouse in Perry is hosting an event just for you. Owner of Canine Clubhouse, Alyssa Hillis has teamed up with Star Bright Animal Rescue for a “Canine Christmas” event to help animals in need of homes. Hillis, who also volunteers…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The FPD girl’s basketball team picked up its first win of the season Tuesday night against Houston County. Points were hard to come by late in the game for both Houston County (1-5) and FPD, but the Vikings’ Sydney Reese hit two free throws to break a 30-30 tie late in the game, and FPD (1-2)…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It’s the end of an eventful term for one Milledgeville City Councilman–and for him, it’s the beginning of life after a term he’ll never forget. After a controversial end to his four-year term, Phillip Joiner’s last motion as a Milledgeville City Councilman adjourned his last meeting. Joiner held tears back as he addressed the Council tonight…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The state of Georgia recently passed a law requiring all new and current employees to complete a fingerprint background check to work in the child care industry. According to a release, by January 1, 2014 all new employees will have to have satisfactory national background checks on their fingerprints, and not just local records. Georgia has…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In January the Macon Police Officers will swap in their blue uniforms for grey ones to become part of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The beginning of the new Macon-Bibb County consolidated government is approaching and the law enforcement community is making the necessary adjustments. The last Macon Police recruits took the oath of office Tuesday….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Residents in Macon looking to keep their environment clean, have a chance to learn how, at the premier of Adopt-A-Stream training workshops. The Macon Water Authority (MWA) along with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is hosting the free workshops. People can learn what they can do to help keep the cities lakes, rivers and streams…