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…
RICHMOND, Va. – Brett Moffitt edged Dawsonville’s Chase Elliott in a drag race to the line following a green-white-checkered finish to the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East Blue Ox 100 Thursday at Richmond International Raceway. A three-way battle between Moffitt, Elliott and Corey LaJoie developed just after the final restart, and on the white flag lap it turned into a…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Jonathan Asiimwe came to the US from Uganda six years ago, and says the freedoms we enjoy here shouldn’t be taken for granted. He knows, because he’s seen the oppression of his people in Uganda at the hands of rebel warlord, Joseph Kony. “I grew up seeing this on the news every day, seeing images of…
DAYTONA BEACH, FL – The most critical move of a race at Daytona International Speedway this weekend might occur when the car is standing still. As any NASCAR driver, team member or fan can tell you, a pit stop can make or break a team’s race effort. That’s why the six guys who jump off the wall to service their…
With the Super Bowl just a few days away, many fans are stocking up on food and alcohol for their pigskin parties, but Governor Nathan Deal will make a special appearance right here on 41NBC during the Super Bowl to urge people not to drink and drive. A 60-second commercial featuring the governor will air throughout the game, to remind…
“I’m married to a wonderful man and we have a six year old daughter kierra and a 4 year old son we both work full time jobs and barely cover out bills. My daughter knows that things money-wise have been very very tight she decided to save all her change to get her brother presents for santa,” writes Carla Vargas….
A Warner Robins family has faced a couple of rough years. After escaping an abusive relationship, the mother, found herself without a job and homeless with her two youngest children. Making a christmas celebration seem out of reach. 41 NBC’s Brittany Gonzalez brings us more on their story. Categories: Holiday Miracles
Hope for a new start on life and a better future for her two little girls is what brought 26-year-old April Wilson from Miami to Middle georgia. 41 NBC’s Dustin Wilson brings us more of her story and how we were able to help the single mom this Christmas. Categories: Holiday Miracles
The Giles family in Warner Robins were have had a string of bad luck this year. The prospect of paying the bills was bleak, not to mention the prospect of Christmas for their three little boys. Enter the Border family. They’re the giles longtime neighbors, and they truly exemplify the meaning of the word. Knowing the Giles struggles, the borders…