CDC reports less people going to hospitals due to pandemic
he CDC reports a 20% decrease in people going to the hospital for heart-related issues.
Warm weekend on the way
After a few cool days, temperatures got back to the 70’s today. This is just the beginning, as more days in the mid 70’s are on the way for Middle Georgia through the weekend. Saturday will be a beautiful day across the area, so get out and enjoy the day! It is possible we could start out Saturday with some…
Perry receives over $1M for housing improvements
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Perry received over one million dollars from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs to address housing issues. Two checks are displayed at Perry’s city planning and zoning building for over $1 million. DCA distributed the money through two state programs: Georgia Community Block Grant Community Home Investment Program Community development director Bryan Wood…
Macon-Bibb Elections Supervisor comments on GA vote certification
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It’s been a busy election season for local election offices. Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger certified the election results Friday following a recount that ended earlier in the week. The Macon-Bibb County Election Office is preparing for the runoff election in January. The Elections Supervisor, Jeanetta Watson, tells us they’re also preparing for the possibility of…
Grand Opera House hosts ‘Macon Masters’ to highlight local leaders
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Grand Opera House will host their second “Macon Masters” event Saturday night. This time the topic is health with Dr. Patrice Walker, the chief medical officer for Navicent Health. Dr. Walker took on the role in September 2019. She is the first African American and female in this role. Her talk “Humanity, Healthcare, and Hope:…
Perry football to host Baldwin, looking for first region title since 1959
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Panthers are looking to capture their first region title since 1959 Friday night at Herb St. John Stadium. The Panthers are playing in back-to-back region title games, but have come up short both times. They’re 5-4 overall, but are 5-0 in region play. They were bounced out of the first round of the playoffs…
Escape Artists War Town owner looks to sell business
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The owner of Escape Artists War Town, Cara Heard, is selling her business because this year has been a tough one. The business found a way to be successful, even with pandemic restrictions. Heard independently owns Escape Artists and Lush Arts. She says while she loves running both businesses, she’s most passionate about running…
Subaru ‘Share the Love’ campaign helps local charity
From now until January 4th, for every car they sell, $250 will go to Daybreak.
GDOT sees increased deaths on Georgia roads in 2020
G-DOT expected a decrease in roadway accidents this year because of COVID-19.
Crawford County dad delivers son with help of Macon EMT’s by phone
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — One Crawford County dad delivered his son over the phone with the help of Macon EMT’s. Thursday, the family met with members at Community Ambulance in Macon following the successful delivery. Husband and wife, Christopher and Chastity Lester, now parent six children. The couple says this isn’t Christopher’s first delivery but his second. “This was the…
Macon family honors late daughter by helping to less fortune for holidays
In memory of Merrie Kaplan, parents Nancy and Michael Kaplan honored their daughter by helping those in need. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — One Macon couple lost their daughter last year and want to keep her memory alive while helping the less fortunate for the holidays. In memory of Merrie Kaplan, parents Nancy and Michael Kaplan honored their daughter by providing a…
Macon-Bibb Fire Dept. raises money for Muscular Dystrophy
The fire station sells 120 fried turkeys each year, along with 40 smoked hams and turkeys.
Man wanted for Jones County arson arrested in Ohio
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man linked to several arsons across Georgia, including a fire in Jones County, is now behind bars. According to the Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner, authorities in Ohio arrested 36-year-old Brandon Morton, Tuesday morning during a traffic stop in Euclid. According to the Commissioners Office, Morton will be extradited to Georgia in the…
Cox gives $5,000 grant to The Mentors Project in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mentors Project in Macon plans to use grant money to focus on quality education and poverty reduction programs. Tuesday, Cox Communications announced a $5,000 grant for The Mentors Project, a local organization that provides role models for students who need additional support outside their family to succeed academically, socially and personally. Additionally, during the pandemic,…
Macon-Bibb Commission requests renaming interchange after former mayor
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb Commissioners want to rename a road interchange after a former Macon mayor. During Tuesday night’s meeting, commissioners approved a request to renaming the interchange at Eisenhower Parkway and Interstate 475 after Major David Carter. The measure requests state lawmakers proposal legislation for the renaming since the area is a Georgia Department of Transportation interchange. Carter…
Macon-Bibb County Commission approves new employee pay scale
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Macon-Bibb County employees are getting a pay raise. The Macon-Bibb County Commission approved an ordinance Tuesday night for a 1.5 percent pay increase for all county employees. The change comes after a pay scale study. The goal is to make the county more competitive when it comes to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees. “We’re short a little…
Buc-ee’s travel center open in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Travelers along I-75 in Warner Robins have a new travel center for gassing up, eating, and lounging before hitting the road. Buc-ee’s held its grand opening in Warner Robins. The Warner Robins Chamber of Commerce, local, and state officials are thrilled. “I think we are going to see a lot of growth out here in…
Southwest High School continues remote learning due to COVID issue
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County School District announced that Southwest High School students will remain in remote learning through Thanksgiving Break due to staffing related to COVID-19. Elam at Southwest High School — Face-to-face resumes instruction on Thursday, November 19. As a reminder, Elam Alexander Academy at Burke was not previously impacted. Southwest High — Face-to-face resumes instruction…
City of Byron cancels Christmas parade amid pandemic
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Byron canceled its 2020 Christmas. This is according to the city’s Facebook page. The Byron Welcome Center, along with our Mayor and other City of Byron officials said in the Facebook post: We sadly made the decision to cancel the parade for this year. We know many people look forward to our parade…
Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter offers free yoga classes for caregivers
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) — The Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter offers free yoga classes for caregivers. Originally, the classes met in person but the pandemic forced the classes to meet online. This allows them to reach more people throughout the state. How to join a class To join a class, visit the Alzheimer’s Association website. You can also call 800-272-3900….
Baldwin County Schools graduation rates above state average
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Getting a child to graduate truly is a team effort. That’s why Baldwin County School District uses a graduation committee to help its students stay the course. The committee started in 2014 when the graduation rate was at 66 percent. Six years later, the graduation rate is now at 85 percent. The 2020 graduating class dealt…
Man dead after shooting at Macon apartment complex Tuesday night
A man is dead following a shooting at an apartment complex Tuesday night.
Georgia College participates in ‘The Daffodil Project’
The daffodils are a symbol of the yellow star Jewish people were forced to wear during The Holocaust.
Westside, Rutland High schools get state-of-the-art auditorium
The Bibb County School District says it’s been a long time coming.