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Atlanta Falcons encourage Bibb County students to be confident with ‘Peek Behind the Beak’

"We're all human and we all have something going on," Legg said. "So hopefully they can learn to overcome some of those setbacks and go chase their dreams, figure out what they want to be and do when they grow up, and stop and realize everyone is going through something, and give someone a hug, because life is short, sweet and precious."

March 3, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Representatives of the Atlanta Falcons visited a pair of Bibb County High Schools on Monday to present their “Peek Behind the Beak” shows. The presentation encourages students to be confident and authentic and features the team’s mascot “Freddie” as well as the real person behind the character, Jeremy Legg. “For a few years now, we have…

New street signs in downtown Macon feature Muscogee language

“It's exciting here in Macon is that not only do we have the flag raised, but we also now have the language present,” said Tracie Revis, Director of Advocacy for Okmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative.

March 3, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you walked or drove around downtown Macon on Monday, you may have noticed new purple street signs featuring a different language. The new street signs feature the Muscogee language translation under the original English street name. Many of the signs can already be seen going down Cherry Street, and nearly 100 will…

Temperatures rebound Tuesday

March 3, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Following a couple of cooler days temperatures will be back in the 70s Tuesday afternoon. This Evening A mostly sunny afternoon will become a partly cloudy night as cirrus clouds will linger across the region. While another chilly night is expected, it will not be below freezing this time. Lower 40s and upper 30s are expected…

Houston County man sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to murdering wife

According to the news release, Fisher’s plea to felony murder stems from the shooting death of his wife, and the two counts of aggravated assault were predicated upon the assaults of two other individuals who were caught in the crossfire.

March 3, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Houston County man pled guilty to a 2022 murder on Monday, according to Houston County District Attorney Eric Edwards. 32-year-old Alex Scot Fisher pled guilty on March 3, 2025 to felony murder and two counts of aggravated assault. Fisher was sentenced to serve life in prison with the possibility of parole. Fisher was scheduled to…

Man arrested for terroristic threats at Amerson River Park in Macon on Monday morning

Deputies responded to North Pierce Avenue around 10 a.m. March 3 regarding a suspicious man.

March 3, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested on charges of terroristic threats at Amerson River Park Monday morning, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to North Pierce Avenue around 10 a.m. March 3 regarding a suspicious man. The report stated that the man was on the trail making inappropriate comments to women as they walked by….

Crimestoppers seeks suspect for kidnapping in Houston County

Today's word of the day: Optimism

March 3, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and discuss the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations, police departments and other law enforcement agencies in eight Middle Georgia counties to provide anonymous rewards for tips that lead to criminal arrests. Brittany Toms, female. She’s wanted by the Crawford…

Morning Business Report: Trump has announced the creation of a “Crypto Reserve”

Trump Announces ‘Crypto Reserve’ Ahead of White House Summit

March 3, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- President Donald Trump has announced the creation of a “Crypto Reserve,” marking the first formal step toward the crypto stockpile he proposed during his campaign. The key debate now centers on which cryptocurrencies will be included, with Bitcoin leading discussions. Trump will host the first-ever White House Crypto Summit on Friday, where industry leaders and policymakers are expected to…

Trump and Zelenskyy fallout over peace deal

Diplomatic tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine have intensified after a heated Oval Office exchange between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy

March 3, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

NBC– Diplomatic tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine have intensified after a heated Oval Office exchange between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday. Zelenskyy, now working to strengthen European alliances, was asked to leave the White House without signing a deal to share Ukraine’s critical minerals with the U.S.—an agreement seen as a first step toward…

New tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China start tonight

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has confirmed that new tariffs on Mexico and Canada are set to take effect at midnight Eastern Time tonight.

March 3, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

CNN- Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has confirmed that new tariffs on Mexico and Canada are set to take effect at midnight Eastern Time tonight. The tariffs include a 10% hike on Chinese imports, adding to last month’s increase. Executive orders also impose tariffs on most Canadian and all Mexican goods valued over $800, though the exact percentage remains unclear. While…

FVPD: Man shot multiple times by sister in Fort Valley

Preliminary investigation reveals a man and his sister drove to Fort Valley to meet with a person attempting to purchase illegal narcotics.

February 28, 2025

Clayton Poulnott,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was airlifted from a hospital in Fort Valley on Thursday, after being shot multiple times by his sister. According to Fort Valley Police Chief DJ Flores, officers responded to Davis Street at Hosley Street in reference to a shooting. He says after the preliminary investigation, a man and his sister drove to Fort…

Macon County Loses In Ghsa A D Ii Final Four Matchup

Macon County Falls One Game Short of the State Championship

The Macon County Lady Bulldogs lost to the Washington-Wilkes Lady Tigers 66-55 in the GHSA Semifinal Round to end their season

February 28, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Friday evening at Georgia College and State’s Centennial Center, the 22-4 Macon County Lady Bulldogs were defeated by the 14-8 Washington-Wilkes Lady Tigers 66-55 in the GHSA Class A Division-Two Final Four to end their season. After the game, Head Coach of the Lady Bulldogs, Jimmy Daniels, spoke to 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes about how…

Parents outraged over non-renewal of principal, assistant principal contracts at Alexander II Magnet School

"There’s been a lack of transparency, and we need answers more than anything."

February 28, 2025

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Parents are sounding the alarm and voicing their anger and frustration following the surprising decision not to renew the contracts of Principal Angel Woodard, and Assistant Principal Doctor Meredith Byrd at Alexander II Magnet School. Many parents are feeling blindsided by the sudden announcement, leaving them searching for answers from the school board. “The Board of…

Piedmont Macon gives award to ‘Community Hero’

"We didn't know how to do it or how to start. We didn't have any money, but really God has provided the rest".

February 28, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Piedmont Macon awarded a community hero, who is making a difference in the community. Fourteen years ago, Brenda Lambert launched the Backpack Ministry in Macon, providing food on the weekends to nine needy students at Lane Elementary School. Today, the program has grown exponentially with as many as 400 volunteers now helping 3,000 students in Bibb, Monroe,…

Fire weather risk Saturday

February 28, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Powerful winds and low humidity will raise the risk for fire dangers Saturday afternoon. This Evening It’s been a pleasant end to the week as most of Middle Georgia climbed into the lower 70s this afternoon. It was a bit breezier than expected, however, as many gusts eclipsed 20 mph from the west. These winds will…

Man arrested in connection to 2024 murder of Mitchell Edward Wells

According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, CID Investigators served an arrest warrant on Khalid Rashid Harper for murder.

February 28, 2025

Denise Turner, Monica Diaz-Meek,

(UPDATE 2/28/2025) A man was arrested for the death of 61-year-old Mitchell Edward Wells. The incident occurred on January 23, 2024, at 2:17 a.m., within the 4000 block of Forest Avenue West. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, CID Investigators served an arrest warrant on Khalid Rashid Harper for murder. Harper was identified as a suspect in connection to…

Thousands attend 2025 Georgia National Rodeo for record-breaking event

The Georgia Junior Livestock Show also took place during the rodeo, with 1,200 FFA and 4-H students from across the state exhibiting pigs, sheep, goats, dairy, and beef cattle they have raised.

February 28, 2025

Denise Turner,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia – The 2025 Georgia National Rodeo was a huge success, with one sold-out night on Saturday, February 22, drawing 14,661 rodeo fans. The event featured bucking bulls, fast times in barrel racing, entertainment from Jessica Fowlkes, and laughs with rodeo clown Ronald Burton. The Georgia Junior Livestock Show also took place during the rodeo, with 1,200 FFA…

Billy Money Band Charity Concert to benefit Brookdale Resource Center

Director of communications for United Way of Central Georgia Philip Swicegood says all of the money raised will benefit Brookdale Resource Center.

February 28, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia – The United Way of Central Georgia is hosting a charity concert to raise money for the Brookdale Resource Center. Director of communications for United Way of Central Georgia Philip Swicegood says the concert will feature an evening of country music by songwriter, soloist, and musician Dr. Bill Barnes and The Billy Money Band. Swicegood says all of…

Wilcox County Lady Patriots Advance To The Ghsa A D Ii State Championship

Wilcox County is Headed to the State Championship

The Lady Patriots dominated Screven County 75-47 in the GHSA Class A Division Two Semifinal Round

February 28, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Friday afternoon at Georgia College and State’s Centennial Center, the 27-1 Wilcox County Lady Patriots defeated the 23-6 Screven County Lady Gamecocks 75-47 in the GHSA Class AA Division Two Final Four. After the game, 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes spoke with Wilcox County Head Coach Santita Coon about what this win means after coming up…

Appeals court throws out pending charges for men convicted of hiding Georgia teacher’s death

Statute of Limitations Expires on Charges Against Two Men in Teacher’s 2005 Disappearance

February 28, 2025

Associated Press,

PHOTO: Tara Grinstead, beauty queen and high school history teacher who lived in Ocilla, Georgia, has missing since October 22, 2005., Photo Date: UndatedFITZGERALD, Ga. (AP) — An appeals court has thrown out pending criminal charges against two men previously convicted of concealing the death of Georgia teacher Tara Grinstead, whose 2005 disappearance baffled her family and investigators for more than…

Trump cuts short talks with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy after Oval Office blow up

Trump, Vance call Zelenskyy ‘disrespectful’ in Oval Office meeting

February 28, 2025

Associated Press,

President Donald Trump has cut short talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after he and and Vice President JD Vance berated the Ukraine’s leader in the Oval Office. The breakdown of negotiations come at a pivotal and precarious moment for Ukraine as Zelenskyy sought security guarantees from the U.S. and Trump’s administration seeks to negotiate an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. Here’s the latest: Zelenskyy left the White House without…

Two arrested after attempted contraband drop at Washington State Prison

On February 26 around 11:30 p.m., deputies patrolling the Davisboro area spotted several suspicious vehicles near the area close to the Washington State Prison.

February 28, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people were arrested after an attempted contraband drop at Washington State Prison on Wednesday, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. On February 26 around 11:30 p.m., deputies patrolling the Davisboro area spotted several suspicious vehicles near the area close to the Washington State Prison. The deputy approached one of the vehicles and encountered…

Man convicted of murdering wife one month after marriage in Macon, sentenced to life in prison

On February 27, 37-year-old Idris Oladipo Alaka was convicted of murdering 27-year-old Brittany Wright. Alaka and Wright had been married for 30 days.

February 28, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man has been convicted for murdering his wife one month after they were married, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District. On February 27, 37-year-old Idris Oladipo Alaka was convicted of murdering 27-year-old Brittany Wright. Alaka and Wright had been married for 30 days. Alaka was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of…

‘Milledgeville Shenanigans’ photo contest aims to promote local businesses

Executive Director at Milledgeville Main Street/Downtown Development Authority, Carlee Schulte, says this is a partnership with the Baldwin Bulletin and Jones County News.

February 28, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Milledgeville Main Street is partnering with the Baldwin Bulletin and Jones County News to host the ‘Milledgeville Shenanigans’ photo contest. Executive Director at Milledgeville Main Street/Downtown Development Authority, Carlee Schulte, says people are encouraged to take a picture of their friends or family in downtown Milledgeville. Once the picture is taken, scan the QR code and…

Tech Report: NVIDIA’s Slump, Meta’s AI Push, and Dell’s AI Boom

Investors are watching to see if NVIDIA shares rebound after a sharp decline on Thursday.

February 28, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)-Investors are watching to see if NVIDIA shares rebound after a decline on Thursday, when the stock dropped more than 8%, erasing approximately $273 billion in market value. The decline follows concerns over export controls and tariffs that could impact the chipmaker’s global business. Despite the setback, NVIDIA remains the second most valuable tech company in the U.S., trailing only…

“It's exciting here in Macon is that not only do we have the flag raised, but we also now have the language present,” said Tracie Revis, Director of Advocacy for Okmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative.

According to the news release, Fisher’s plea to felony murder stems from the shooting death of his wife, and the two counts of aggravated assault were predicated upon the assaults of two other individuals who were caught in the crossfire.

Deputies responded to North Pierce Avenue around 10 a.m. March 3 regarding a suspicious man.

Today's word of the day: Optimism

Trump Announces ‘Crypto Reserve’ Ahead of White House Summit

Diplomatic tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine have intensified after a heated Oval Office exchange between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has confirmed that new tariffs on Mexico and Canada are set to take effect at midnight Eastern Time tonight.

Preliminary investigation reveals a man and his sister drove to Fort Valley to meet with a person attempting to purchase illegal narcotics.

The Macon County Lady Bulldogs lost to the Washington-Wilkes Lady Tigers 66-55 in the GHSA Semifinal Round to end their season

"There’s been a lack of transparency, and we need answers more than anything."

"We didn't know how to do it or how to start. We didn't have any money, but really God has provided the rest".

According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, CID Investigators served an arrest warrant on Khalid Rashid Harper for murder.

The Georgia Junior Livestock Show also took place during the rodeo, with 1,200 FFA and 4-H students from across the state exhibiting pigs, sheep, goats, dairy, and beef cattle they have raised.

Director of communications for United Way of Central Georgia Philip Swicegood says all of the money raised will benefit Brookdale Resource Center.

The Lady Patriots dominated Screven County 75-47 in the GHSA Class A Division Two Semifinal Round

Statute of Limitations Expires on Charges Against Two Men in Teacher’s 2005 Disappearance

Trump, Vance call Zelenskyy ‘disrespectful’ in Oval Office meeting

On February 26 around 11:30 p.m., deputies patrolling the Davisboro area spotted several suspicious vehicles near the area close to the Washington State Prison.

On February 27, 37-year-old Idris Oladipo Alaka was convicted of murdering 27-year-old Brittany Wright. Alaka and Wright had been married for 30 days.

Executive Director at Milledgeville Main Street/Downtown Development Authority, Carlee Schulte, says this is a partnership with the Baldwin Bulletin and Jones County News.

Investors are watching to see if NVIDIA shares rebound after a sharp decline on Thursday.

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