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Tree planting begins at Coleman Hill Park to revitalize the Cherry Blossom Trail in Downtown Macon

"The cherry tree is obviously very sacred in Macon-Bibb County, but over the years, we've kind of just lost touch, I guess you'll say, with the Cherry Blossom Trail and kind of incorporating that into the Cherry Blossom Festival,” said Michael Glisson, Director of Parks & Beautification Department.

January 17, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Parks & Beautification Department started planting trees early Friday morning at Coleman Hill Park to remap and revitalize the Cherry Blossom Trail in Downtown Macon. This project was made possible by Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful who received a $10,000 grant earlier this week from the Fickling Family Foundation. A variety of Cherry Blossom…

Middle Georgia content creators weigh impact of TikTok ban

Over the years, the Chinese owned short-form video hosting service has not only provided entertainment but has also helped businesses gain brand awareness.

January 16, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With a U.S. TikTok ban expected to go into effect on Sunday, unless the Supreme Court decides the law that put it in place is unconstitutional, Lonzo Hennessy is hoping for a miracle. “I was hoping it ended up staying,” Hennessy said. “I hope something magically happens and it ends up staying.” Over the years, the…

UPDATE: I-16 East back open after semi-truck crashes into barriers, shuts down both lanes

A crash on I-16 Eastbound at SR 87/US 80/MLK Jr. Blvd. in Macon shut down all lanes Thursday afternoon.

January 16, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Photo courtesy: Moises Velez SaezUPDATE (9:12 p.m.) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office confirmed there were no injuries reported in a crash Thursday afternoon on Interstate 16 East near Exit 2. Deputies say a semi-truck struck multiple barriers. The crash caused all lanes to be shut down and traffic was redirected off the interstate to Exit 2. Crews worked to…

Warming up more Friday

January 16, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures should largely eclipse 60 degrees around Middle Georgia Friday afternoon. This Evening A sunny afternoon will turn into a clear and chilly night as wind from the west-southwest shifts more towards the west-northwest as it slows to 5-10 mph. Gusts through tonight should reach as high as 15 mph, which is calmer than the 20-25…

Union Elementary School recognized by GADOE for exceptional academic achievements

"I've seen a lot of improvement since the first day of school," third grade teacher Mark Wallace said. "We're working hard motivating them, inspiring them to keep on working, because it’s a long journey. Third grade is the start, but they have a long way to go."

January 16, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Department of Education is recognizing nine Bibb County schools with exceptional academic achievements and improvement. State School Superintendent Richard Woods said he is incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication demonstrated by all the students, teachers and school communities recognized. Union Elementary principal LaShun Crawford says she sees a major difference in the…

Woman sentenced in deed fraud scheme, another man’s probation revoked for downtown Macon assault arrest

The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office announced two major legal outcomes this week.

January 16, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office announced two major legal outcomes this week. According to a news release, Angela Jessie Spradley received a five-year prison sentence followed by 25 years of probation for orchestrating a deed fraud scheme that victimized multiple Bibb County property owners. In a separate case, 49-year-old Maurice Monterial Williams had his…

Realign your business vision by attending a business conference in Stonecrest

N-VISION YOUR VISION = RESET is happening on Saturday in Stonecrest at Stonecrest Public Library.

January 16, 2025

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An event to empower business leaders, business owners and entrepreneurs called, “N-VISION YOUR VISION = RESET” is happening in Stonecrest. Host, Speaker and Event Organizer of QEMN Enterprises and Serva Empowerment, Dr. Janet Lamar said, as a Business Consultant & Strategist she designed this event to to be a transformative experience to help inspire leaders and…

UPDATE: Arrest made in connection with December I-16 crash that killed Soperton man

A man is now in custody in connection with a deadly crash on I-16 West last month.

January 16, 2025

41NBC Web Producer, Tucker Sargent,

Paul James Evans (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (1/16/25): A man is now in custody in connection with a deadly crash on I-16 West last month. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, Paul James Evans turned himself in at the Bibb County Jail Thursday around 11 a.m. Deputies say he was wanted in connection with the death…

Daniel " Boone " Williams Discusses With 41nbc About His New Head Coaching Position At Northside

Northside’s new head coach Daniel ‘Boone’ Williams speaks on future of Eagles team

Head Coach 'Boone' spoke about what he will bring to the team and what he's seen from his team going into the 2025 season

January 16, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County School Board approved the hiring of Northside High School’s next football head coach, Daniel ‘Boone’ Williams, on Tuesday. Coach Boone comes to the Eagles after six seasons leading the Langston Hughes program in Fairburn, where he took his team to three state championship games in four seasons, and won it all…

Dr. Martin Luther King Honored With A Wreath Laying Ceremony At City Hall

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. honored with wreath laying ceremony at City Hall

"I think he would still want to lend his voice of encouragement and motivation, and activation, getting active in something," Elaine Lucas said. "I think he would still be saying that, in that strong voice, he would still be encouraging all of us to do something to serve, and in serving we will certainly make progress."

January 15, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb’s Martin Luther King Jr. Board honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy on Wednesday, his 96th birthday, with a wreath-laying ceremony at City Hall. King, both a Baptist minister and Civil Rights activist, had a huge impact on race relations in the United States, beginning in the mid-1950s. Aside from King’s famous “I Have A…

Preparations Underway For Georgia National Fair

Preparations underway for Georgia National Rodeo in Perry

Tickets for children (2-12) cost $30, adults are $35, and box seating is $45. Tickets must be purchased online.

January 15, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Preparations are underway for the 2025 Georgia National Rodeo in Perry. Marketing and Special Programs Assistant at the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter, Erin Flournoy, says there will be 3 days for attendees to choose from. The 2025 Georgia National Rodeo is February 20 – 22. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and shows begin at 7:30…

Mount de Sales Academy announces new Judge Betty Willis Ruben Center for Global Studies

"I think this place embodies the transformative effect that education can have on young people,” said Bill Underwood, President of Mercer University.

January 15, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Plans for a new global arts center, in partnership with Mercer University, were unveiled at the David J. Zuver Performing Arts Center at Mount de Sales Academy on Wednesday. Judge Betty Willis Ruben (Photo: Mount de Sales Academy) The Judge Betty Willis Ruben Center for Global Studies at Mount de Sales Academy was…

Macon Bacon raises nearly $600K for Georgia nonprofits

Managing Partner for the Macon Bacon, Brandon Raphael, says the majority of that total was raised and donated through Macon Bacon's corporate partners, largely focused on scholarships for women, healthcare, and fighting hunger in the community.

January 15, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Bacon set a new record by raising $597,780 in funds and donated products for nonprofit organizations across Middle Georgia in 2024, according to a news release. Managing Partner for the Macon Bacon, Brandon Raphael, says the majority of that total was raised and donated through Macon Bacon’s corporate partners, largely focused on…

Sunny and breezy Thursday

January 15, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Thursday will be sunny and breezy as wind flows from the west-southwest at 10-15 mph, gusting upwards of 25 mph throughout the afternoon. Highs will climb into the upper 50s and lower 60s, or around the average for this time of year. Expect mostly clear skies tomorrow night and into Friday morning as temperatures again…

Husband and wife arrested on drug charges in Macon

According to a news release, deputies arrested a couple at a a residence inside the 4000 block of Rivoli Drive after a package of narcotics was delivered to their home.

January 15, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

Oscar and Janice Gaines (Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A husband and wife were arrested on drug charges on Monday, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. According to a news release, deputies arrested a couple at a a residence inside the 4000 block of Rivoli Drive after a package of narcotics was delivered to their home….

Three arrested after officers assaulted, man struck by vehicle during repossession at Starbucks in Warner Robins

The incident happened at 8:35 p.m. on January 14 at the Starbucks in Warner Robins, located at 2729 Watson Blvd.

January 15, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three people were arrested on Tuesday after assaulting officers and striking a man with a vehicle during a repossession at Starbucks, according to the Warner Robins Police Department. The incident happened at 8:35 p.m. on January 14 at the Starbucks in Warner Robins, located at 2729 Watson Blvd. Officers responded to a customer dispute at…

Veterans Brings In Steven Devoursney As New Football Head Coach For The Upcoming Season

Houston County School Board approves Veterans hiring of Steven DeVoursney as next football coach

Veterans High School has hired Steven Devoursney as the Warhawks' new head football coach; School board approved hiring Tuesday

January 15, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

KATHLEEN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Veterans High School has found its next head football coach. On Tuesday, the Houston County School Board approved the hiring of Steven DeVoursney to lead the Warhawks football program in 2025. DeVoursney comes to Veterans with a combined record of 182-68 from his time in Griffin (2000-2013) and Cairo (2015-2021) where he won a combined…

Volunteer Dav Drivers Needed At Dublin Va

Dublin VA needs volunteer drivers to help disabled veterans access medical care

The DAV provides transportation to qualified disabled veterans who are unable to get to their medical appointments due to financial or medical hardship.

January 14, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapter at the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center needs volunteer drivers to help veterans with getting to their medical appointments and other services. The DAV provides transportation to qualified disabled veterans who are unable to get to their medical appointments due to financial or medical hardship. Dublin VA Center for Development…

Piedmont Macon helping patients pursue healthier lifestyles, explaining options for bariatric surgery

Piedmont Macon North Hospital’s Bariatrics Program Coordinator, Patricia Redington, says bariatric surgery is for patients who have a significant amount of weight to lose.

January 14, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon North is offering bariatric surgery for people with a high BMI. Piedmont Macon North Hospital’s Bariatrics Program Coordinator, Patricia Redington, says bariatric surgery is for patients who have a significant amount of weight to lose. “Bariatric procedures, depending on which one you choose, they offer a 50% to 60% loss of that excess weight,”…

Staying cool Wednesday

January 14, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures across Middle Georgia will likely remain a couple degrees below average Wednesday. Tonight Sunny skies from the afternoon will see the arrival of more high cirrus clouds this evening and into tonight. There will be no threat of precipitation from these clouds, however they may lead to slightly warmer conditions heading into Wednesday morning. Despite…

Time’s running out to sign up for Museum of Aviation’s 29th annual ‘Run for Aviation Fundraiser

The Museum of Aviation's 29th annual 'Run for Aviation Fundraiser' begins Saturday at 7:50 a.m.

January 14, 2025

Denise Turner,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Time’s running out to sign up for the Museum of Aviation’s 29th Annual Run for Aviation Fundraiser. The Museum’s Director of Marketing Lacey Meador said there are four races you can choose from: a full marathon, a half marathon, a 5K and a Para-athletes race. According to a news release, the full marathon counts as…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores January 6-10

This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health.

January 14, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

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, January 6 and Friday, January 10. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…

Monroe County Fine Arts Center Hosts Legendary Head Coach Dan Pitts Documentary On February 1st

Dan Pitts Documentary on Feb. 1st

See a documentary on the life of legendary former Mary Persons High School Football Head Coach Dan Pitts in Forsyth

January 14, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

FORSYTH, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Monroe County filmmaker John Walton will hold a viewing of his new documentary that chronicles the life of former Mary Persons High School Head Football Coach Dan Pitts on February 1 at the Monroe County Fine Arts Center. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the viewing to start at 6 p.m. Former players, coaches, family,…

Northside Hires Daniel " Boone " Williams As Head Coach For 2025 Football Season

Northside High School hires Daniel ‘Boone’ Williams as next head football coach

According to multiple sources, the Northside Eagles have hired Langston Hughes football head coach Daniel 'Boone' Williams as their next head coach.

January 13, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northside Eagles have hired Daniel ‘Boone’ Williams as their next head football coach. Coach Williams comes to Northside after six seasons in Fairburn, where he accumulated 63 wins, three region titles and one GHSA State Championship in 2022. Coach Williams also took his team to the GHSA AAAAA State Championship in 2021 and…

Over the years, the Chinese owned short-form video hosting service has not only provided entertainment but has also helped businesses gain brand awareness.

A crash on I-16 Eastbound at SR 87/US 80/MLK Jr. Blvd. in Macon shut down all lanes Thursday afternoon.

"I've seen a lot of improvement since the first day of school," third grade teacher Mark Wallace said. "We're working hard motivating them, inspiring them to keep on working, because it’s a long journey. Third grade is the start, but they have a long way to go."

The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office announced two major legal outcomes this week.

N-VISION YOUR VISION = RESET is happening on Saturday in Stonecrest at Stonecrest Public Library.

A man is now in custody in connection with a deadly crash on I-16 West last month.

Head Coach 'Boone' spoke about what he will bring to the team and what he's seen from his team going into the 2025 season

Tickets for children (2-12) cost $30, adults are $35, and box seating is $45. Tickets must be purchased online.

"I think this place embodies the transformative effect that education can have on young people,” said Bill Underwood, President of Mercer University.

Managing Partner for the Macon Bacon, Brandon Raphael, says the majority of that total was raised and donated through Macon Bacon's corporate partners, largely focused on scholarships for women, healthcare, and fighting hunger in the community.

According to a news release, deputies arrested a couple at a a residence inside the 4000 block of Rivoli Drive after a package of narcotics was delivered to their home.

The incident happened at 8:35 p.m. on January 14 at the Starbucks in Warner Robins, located at 2729 Watson Blvd.

Veterans High School has hired Steven Devoursney as the Warhawks' new head football coach; School board approved hiring Tuesday

The DAV provides transportation to qualified disabled veterans who are unable to get to their medical appointments due to financial or medical hardship.

Piedmont Macon North Hospital’s Bariatrics Program Coordinator, Patricia Redington, says bariatric surgery is for patients who have a significant amount of weight to lose.

The Museum of Aviation's 29th annual 'Run for Aviation Fundraiser' begins Saturday at 7:50 a.m.

This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health.

See a documentary on the life of legendary former Mary Persons High School Football Head Coach Dan Pitts in Forsyth

According to multiple sources, the Northside Eagles have hired Langston Hughes football head coach Daniel 'Boone' Williams as their next head coach.

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