MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Election day is here. Tuesday is your final chance to cast your vote in Georgia’s primary. There are several races on the ballot including the democratic runoff between Georgia State Senator Miriam Paris and former State Representative David Lucas for State Senator from District 26. Both candidates are pounding the pavement on election day and asking…
BONAIRE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A teen has died after running a red light Monday evening. According to Houston County Coroner Danny Galpin, 17-year-old Kyle Hillock was struck broadside by a semi-truck at the intersection of Highway 96 and Thompson Mill Road. Galpin says the incident happened around 6:30P.M. Update- The Houston County Sheriff’s Office was back on the scene of a deadly…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Rock ‘N Soul Benefit Show is this Saturday, August 25. Solid Gold Sock Hop owner, Ben Sandifer stopped by Daybreak with details on the event honoring fallen Sergeant Rodney M. Davis. Davis is a Macon native who received the Medal of Honor after he was killed in Vietnam almost 45 years ago. For more information…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Are your Labor Day weekend plans looking a little boring right now? Head to Atlanta Motor Speedway. Start your weekend Thursday with race qualifying, then charge full-speed into the weekend with a different race every night. Ed Clark, owner of Atlanta Motor Speedway, stopped in our studio Monday morning, to talk about what you can expect…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Every Monday morning we bring you a pet, or sometimes multiple pets who are in need of adoption in middle Georgia. This week we have four animals who need a good home. Watch the video to find out more about getting animals into your home, and out of shelters. Categories: Daybreak
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One of the perks of being in T.V., is having fun with my job, and being able to show that to viewers. Since August 17th is my Birthday, I wanted to take “ya’ll” around town, to show you some options of what you can get for free when it’s your Birthday. I hope you enjoy watching…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon musician and songwriter, Joey Stuckey, stopped by the Daybreak studio to play some Friday morning jams. Stuckey is promoting his newest album, Mixture, a combination of jazz, blues, and rock n’ roll. Stuckey also surprised Daybreak anchor Kyle Warnke, by singing him ‘Happy Birthday’. You can get all the latest on Joey Stuckey, what he’s up…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Many people swear when they start eating healthier, their grocery bill goes up. It turns out many healthy foods are actually less expensive than junk food. Claire Monroe with Weight Watchers joined Daybreak to share some tips. Categories: Daybreak
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An organization aimed at protecting teachers from abusive administrators was in Macon on Wednesday, protesting the controversial ‘Macon Miracle Plan’. The Metro Association of Classroom Educators, or MACE for short, held up neon signs in front of the Bibb County Courthouse in protest of Bibb Schools’ superintendent Romain Dallemand’s strategic plan, which received both widespread acclaim…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Cox Capitol Theatre Board of Directors announces Tim Obelgoner, the general manager of Hummingbird Stage and Tap Room in downtown Macon, has taken over management duties at the theater. Obelgoner and his staff will absorb the existing staff and add additional staff in order to dramatically increase the utilization of the downtown landmark. “The Cox…
REYNOLDS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – AT&T is asking a state agency to force a small, privately owned Middle Georgia telephone company to raise its rates. Public Service Telephone Company is a family owned phone provider that serves residents and businesses from the Columbus city limits to the Macon city limits. AT&T wants the Georgia Public Service Commission to force the private…
MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Josie’s Restaurant has been serving Middle Georgians for more than three decades. It all started because of one woman’s dream. Cynthia Williams, Sharon Oglesby, and Brenda Dean are sisters now running the family business. The restaurant is named for their mother, who they say always loved to cook. Cynthia said, “This is her dream and we’re…
McINTYRE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – McIntyre, Georgia is getting national attention because of a hit TV show on TLC, but some people say it’s not portraying their town in the correct light. “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo” premiered last Wednesday with great ratings, but it’s getting mixed reviews in the small Middle Georgia town where it’s filmed. “A dollar makes me…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Board of Education tabled the vote to install cameras on school buses. The board voted to postpone the decision on the installation of 20 cameras on school bus crossing arms. American Traffic Solutions would handle most of the installation. The cameras would be used to catch violators passing the buses while children are…
A city in Middle Georgia is considering a new law that would require any store that sells liquor to have a high-tech security system. Leaders in the City of Byron believe this is a proactive way to reduce crime. Convenience stores, grocery stores and liquor stores would fall under the ordinance that would require businesses to have a security system….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – So you think you’ve got a good nose that can pick out any scent? Wait until you get a whiff of what Johnny Rohrbeck offers with his Valor Candles. Rohrbeck creates candle scents, designed for men. If you have never caught a sniff, here is a chance for you to find out what it’s all about,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Monday mornings mean showing off an adoptable pet up for rescue. The Daybreak crew teamed up with Save-A-Pet in Forsyth, to help spread the word about getting pets into good homes. Meet Jacob, a Harrier. Categories: Daybreak
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in the hospital after being beat up by several people. According to Macon Police, 50 year-old Charles Smith was on Elpis Steet Sunday evening when the suspects beat him up and gave him a couple of black eyes. Despite knowing who did this to him, Smith refused to call police and instead, went…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Are you looking to land that big job? Or are you going back to school and you want to impress that “certain someone”? Great Clips can help. Mention you saw this interview with me here on Daybreak, and you will $2.00 off a haircut this Saturday and Sunday. Who doesn’t like a discount? Categories:…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A non-profit organization in Warner Robins is a finalist to receive a brand new car from Toyota. Happy Hour Service Center Community Employment is one of 500 finalists in Toyota’s 100 Cars for Good program. The center provides services for developmentally disabled adults, including helping them get jobs within the community. Executive director Tod Cowart…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A special group of young Macon golfers are Florida-boundto play in the first-ever PGA Junior League Regionals. Some say golf is a boring sport. If you’re smart, you won’t say that to these kids. “Most kids–they don’t like it,” says golfer Noah Zediker. “Because I mean, they’re not good at it. I mean, when you’re good…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Little Miss and Little Mr. Macon competition is back!The Miss Macon Organization is inviting all eligible contestants from around the state of Georgia to compete. April Montgomery joined Daybreak to share all of the details. Categories: Daybreak
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia’s boys picked up a big 5-1 win over Virginia on Wednesday night in front of a national audience on ESPN2. Most of the fans at the packed out park were rooting for the hometown team, but all that extra hype didn’t affect Georgia. “The coaches say we’re not allowed to get that in our…
PAYNE CITY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Paul and Hazel Harpin left England in 1974 to bring their talents to Middle Georgia. “We’ve adapted our English roots to Macon,” said Paul, co-owner of Harpin’s Restaurant. The couple helped a friend start up the first European restaurant in Macon and eventually opened up their own little eatery serving sandwiches, homemade soups, and fresh…