Two men arrested in connection with Macon burglary at Dollar General on Pio Nono

The burglary occurred at 3:17 a.m. on March 20 at the Dollar General, located at 3824 Pio Nono Ave.

Pictured: Wallace Youngblood (left), James Seals (right)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men were arrested Thursday in connection with a commercial burglary, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The burglary occurred at 3:17 a.m. on March 20 at the Dollar General, located at 3824 Pio Nono Ave. Deputies responded to a burglary alarm and found two men inside the store….

Centerville man pleads guilty to rape in 13-year-old cold case

31-year-old Dendrick D. Solomon of Centerville plead guilty on March 20, 2025 to one count of rape. Solomon was sentenced to serve life in prison with the possibility of parole.

Warning: This article contains graphic descriptions of sexual assault and violent behavior that may be disturbing to some readers. WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Centerville man has been sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after pleading guilty to rape in a 13-year-old cold case, according to Houston County District Attorney Eric Edwards. 31-year-old Dendrick D….

Morning Business Report: Gold hits record high amid market volatility

Gold prices have surged to unprecedented levels, surpassing $3,000 per ounce for the first time.

(CNN)- Gold prices have surged to unprecedented levels, surpassing $3,000 per ounce for the first time last week. The precious metal continued its upward trend, closing at $3,051. So far this year, gold has climbed 12%, while the S&P 500 has fallen nearly 7%, as investors seek safe-haven assets amid geopolitical uncertainty. The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged and…

Bibb County School District looking for local vendors

The Bibb County School District is looking for vendors based in Middle Georgia and south Atlanta, according to Executive Director of Procurement, Dr. Elaine Wilson-Beverly.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District is looking for vendors based in Middle Georgia and south Atlanta, according to Executive Director of Procurement, Dr. Elaine Wilson-Beverly. For business owners, that means a chance to find contracts and networking opportunities. Dr. Wilson-Beverley tells us that BCSD hires vendors for jobs like construction, maintenance, consulting, supplies…

Hollywood Minute: “The Handmaid’s Tale” preview

Hulu has released the official trailer for the highly anticipated sixth and final season of the Handmaid's Tale.

(CNN)-The wait is over for fans of The Handmaid’s Tale! Hulu has released the official trailer for the highly anticipated sixth and final season. The gripping footage teases an all-out revolution as June (Elisabeth Moss) and her allies prepare to take down the oppressive theocratic regime of Gilead. With tensions at an all-time high, the final battle for freedom begins…

Trump to sign executive order to begin closing the Department of Education

The White House confirmed that President Donald Trump will sign an executive order today to begin the process of dismantling the Department of Education.

(NBC)- The White House confirmed that President Donald Trump will sign an executive order today to begin the process of dismantling the Department of Education. The executive order, however, does not have the authority to completely shut down the department, as that would require an act of Congress. Instead, the administration could effectively gut the department, making it incapable of…

Trump signs executive order to begin dismantling department of education

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order today to begin the process of dismantling the Department of Education.

(CNN)-President Donald Trump has signed an executive order today to begin the process of dismantling the Department of Education, stating, “I’d like it to be closed immediately.” However, the final decision to fully eliminate the department lies with Congress. According to a senior administration official, the order initiates a shift of education authority from the federal government to individual states….

Bibb Sheriff halts school zone camera citations amid legislative debate

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will no longer approve citations issued by school zone speed cameras, Sheriff David Davis announced Wednesday, citing ongoing debate and pending legislation in the Georgia General Assembly.

UPDATE (3/20/25): We reached out to the sheriff’s office after receiving inquiries about citations issued prior to the sheriff’s announcement on Wednesday. This was the response: “For clarity, As of 6:30 p.m. on March 19, 2025, there will be no School Zone Speeding Citations from School Zone Speed Detection Cameras that will be approved by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office,…

‘Echoes of Sound’ public art installation to debut in downtown Macon for Cherry Blossom Festival

Hopkins says Newtown Macon has worked with Dashboard, a public arts agency out of Atlanta, to transform Poplar Street.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With the Cherry Blossom Festival just days away, NewTown Macon has announced the unveiling of Echoes of Sound, a site-specific installation by acclaimed artist Megan Mosholder. Emily Hopkins, Vice President of External Affairs at NewTown Macon, spoke about how the new immersive installation brings Macon’s musical heritage to life. “We are installing Echoes of Sound—this is…

Man arrested after attempted contraband drop at Hancock State Prison

The attempted contraband drop happened between 4 a.m. and 6 a.m. March 10. 

SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested after an attempted contraband drop at Hancock State Prison, according to the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office. The contraband drop attempt occurred between 4 a.m. and 6 a.m. March 10. According to the news release, the suspect entered the prison grounds and attempted to drop off contraband. The contraband was intercepted before it…

Four arrested in Bleckley County after traffic stop reveals contraband, suspect flees in handcuffs

A traffic stop on Interstate 16 led to four arrests early Tuesday morning after Bleckley County deputies say they found suspected prison contraband and narcotics, according to the Bleckley County Sheriff's Office.

Photo: Bleckley County Sheriff’s OfficeCOCHRAN, Ga. (41NBC/WMGT) – A traffic stop on Interstate 16 led to four arrests early Tuesday morning after Bleckley County deputies say they found suspected prison contraband and narcotics, according to the Bleckley County Sheriff’s Office. According to a sheriff’s office Facebook post, deputies stopped a vehicle just after 4 a.m., and after a search “based…

Atrium Health Navicent offers tips about colorectal cancer awareness

Dr. Paul Dale says patients need to begin testing for colorectal cancer at the age of 45 unless told otherwise.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent is offering the community tips about colorectal cancer awareness and sharing available resources. Dr. Paul Dale says colorectal cancer is the third leading cancer killer in both men and women. Dale adds that early detection of cancer can save lives. Dale says patients need to begin testing for colorectal cancer at the age of…

200th Anniversary of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour to stop in Macon

Event organizer John Trussel says the parade will travel from St. Joseph’s Catholic down Poplar Street to the steps of Macon City Hall.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 200th Anniversary of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour will go through Macon and share the history of America. Event organizer John Trussell says the parade will travel from St. Joseph’s Catholic Church down Poplar Street to the steps of Macon City Hall. The event begins at 10a.m. and will be March 28. Trussell says the event is…

Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful to present documentary about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s last visit to Macon

Asha Ellen, executive director at Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful, says this is a free documentary for the community.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful is presenting the documentary Made For A King to the community. Asha Ellen, executive director at Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful, says the documentary is about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s last visit to Macon, Georgia on March 23, 1968. “When he was here in 1968, it was actually apart of his Poor People’s Campaign…

Morning Business Report: Major companies embrace artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence is making its way into more industries.

(LILAMAX)- Artificial intelligence is making its way into more industries. NVIDIA and General Motors have announced a partnership to use NVIDIA’s chips in vehicles, simulation, and plant design. Meanwhile, Yum Brands—parent company of Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut—says AI-powered order-taking is on the way. The housing market’s affordability struggles aren’t expected to ease anytime soon. Economist Thomas Ryan of…

Hollywood Minute: “Happy Gilmore 2” first look

Nearly 30 years after his first swing, Sandler returns in the official teaser for Happy Gilmore 2.

(CNN)- Adam Sandler is back on the green. Nearly 30 years after his first swing, Sandler returns in the official teaser for Happy Gilmore 2. The highly anticipated comedy sequel is set to premiere on Netflix on July 25. Dakota Johnson leads Materialists, a romantic drama where she plays a high-powered matchmaker caught between an old friend, played by Chris…

Trump, Putin discuss ceasefire as Middle East tensions rise

President Donald Trump is highlighting his recent call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

(NBC)- President Donald Trump is highlighting his recent call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying it was a step toward peace. “We talked about a lot of things, and toward getting it to peace,” Trump said in a Fox News interview. Trump described his relationship with Putin as strong, quoting the Russian leader: “Putin actually said to me, if you’re…

New social security rules aim to reduce fraud, critics raise concerns

Changes to Social Security policies set to take effect at the end of March could make it harder for some Americans to access their benefits.

(CNN)- Changes to Social Security policies set to take effect at the end of March could make it harder for some Americans to access their benefits. The Trump administration says the new rules are intended to combat fraud, but critics argue they will create unnecessary barriers for seniors and people with disabilities. One of the key changes, starting March 29,…

Otis Redding Center for the Arts opens in downtown Macon this weekend

The community gathered Tuesday morning in downtown Macon to celebrate the 15,000-square-foot performing arts center, which is designed to serve young people across Middle Georgia with a passion for music and the arts.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Otis Redding Center for the Arts, a vision that began in 2020, is now a reality. The community gathered Tuesday morning in downtown Macon to celebrate the 15,000-square-foot performing arts center, which is designed to serve young people across Middle Georgia with a passion for music and the arts. This innovative space features seven creative…

Three Forsyth daycare workers facing charges in Benadryl investigation; Daycare shut down

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office has arrested two additional daycare workers as part of the ongoing investigation, which began after concerns were raised about the unauthorized administration of medication.

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three daycare workers from Forsyth Methodist Church’s Caring for Kids daycare are now facing charges following an investigation into allegations that a staff member gave Benadryl to children without authorization. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office has arrested two additional daycare workers as part of the ongoing investigation, which began after concerns were raised about the unauthorized…

Four arrested in Bibb County kidnapping, interference with custody case

Four people are in custody in connection with a child custody interference and kidnapping case that involved a two-year-old girl being taken from Georgia to New Jersey, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office announced on Tuesday.

(L-R): Burno, Sarratt, Samiyah Cunningham, Shinikka Cunningham (Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four people are in custody in connection with a child custody interference and kidnapping case that involved a two-year-old girl being taken from Georgia to New Jersey, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office announced on Tuesday. According to a news release, deputies were alerted to the…

Bibb County School District’s Nutrition Department hosts 2nd annual Students’ Voices Help Make the Choices Student Food Show

“It lets them know that they are student leaders, that they have a voice at the table. It's just not a bunch of adults sitting in the office picking out what they have to eat for lunch," said Condus Shuman, Executive Director of School Nutrition for Bibb County School District.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District’s Nutrition Department hosted its 2nd annual Students’ Voices Help Make the Choices Student Food Show at the Central Georgia Technical College Gymnasium on Anthony Road on Tuesday. A total of 326 students from 17 schools sampled and rated 35 different food items, ranging from barbecue to spaghetti, while…

Two more arrested after Forsyth daycare teacher accused of giving toddlers Benadryl

The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning issued an emergency closure order on March 17.

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two additional arrests have been made after a teacher at Forsyth Methodist Church-Caring for Kids was accused of giving toddlers Benadryl, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office arrested Cathy Stevick and Shelby Webb on March 18 at 9 a.m. Cathy Stevick, director of Forsyth Methodist Church-Caring for Kids, was charged with three…

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores March 10-14

This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, March 10 and Friday, March 14.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week’s Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, March 10 and Friday, March 14. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…