Tropical low continues rain chances Tuesday in Middle Georgia
It has been a rainy day across much of Middle Georgia, with some areas receiving over 2" of rain in a period of just a few hours. Part of the reason for the heavy rain is an area of low…
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Dublin City Schools deciding to shortened 2020-2021 school year
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — To continue slowing the spread of coronavirus, Dublin City Schools proposes to shorten the 2020-2021 academic school year. The district wants to operate with a 167-day academic calendar instead of 180 days to assess students. It…
Health, law officials warn leaving children in hot vehicle
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- For the seventh year, the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning along with Governor Brian Kemp is pushing a “Look Again” campaign that promotes preventing pediatric vehicular heatstroke. 41NBC spoke to local health experts about…
Macon mayor extends art installations in downtown
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Mayor Robert Reichert extended an Executive Order allowing for two public art walls to stay up through 6 p.m. on July 14, 2020. This comes from a Macon-Bibb County news release. The art walls went up…
MORNING UPDATE: 2 killed, 7-year-old injured in overnight shooting, Wet start to work week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: 2 killed, 7-year-old injured in overnight shooting 41NBC Acueweather Forecast: Wet start to work week
2 killed, 7-year-old injured in overnight shooting
Two men are dead and a child is injured following an overnight shooting.
Baldwin football delays in-person workouts until July 13
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Baldwin Braves have delayed their in-person workouts until Monday, July 13 due to the current spike in coronavirus cases. The Braves will instead go back to virtual workouts starting Monday, July 6 from 7 A.M.…
'Celebratory gunfire is illegal': Bibb deputies warn against shooting in air
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has a message for those thinking of celebrating the Fourth of July with gunfire. Deputies say shooting a gun into the air is careless and extremely dangerous. Lieutenant Wilton Collins says…
`Huge bummer': July Fourth will test Americans' discipline
(AP) -- The U.S. is heading into the Fourth of July weekend with many parades and fireworks displays canceled, beaches and bars closed, and health authorities warning that this will be a crucial test of Americans’ self-control. They say this…
Fourth of July fireworks sales skyrocket in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fireworks sales have skyrocketed as many July 4th events were canceled due to coronavirus. According to Cheryl Story, a Jakes Fireworks store operator, they have seen a surge in sales this year. Story says since many…
State agency encourages water, boating safety for Fourth of July weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As residents prepare for the Fourth of July weekend on the lake, the Department Of Natural Resources Division encourages water and boating safety. DNR is reinforcing the importance of community well-being after a recent drowning at…
Looking back on Second Atlanta International Pop Festival
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This weekend marks the 50th anniversary of the Second Atlanta International Pop Festival in Byron. Many credit the event as the largest outdoor concert in the state's history. Between 100,000 to a half-million people made their…
Daybreak Segment: How to make a delicious appetizer and refreshing drink for Independence Day
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Independence Day is Saturday and cookouts are a popular way to celebrate the holiday. Chef Scottie Johnson, a private chef from Warner Robins and a winner of the first ever Georgia Seafood Festival, sent in a…
Local non-profit hosts 4K Walk, Run at Rosa Parks Square
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A local non-profit is taking action to raise concerns about killings and racial injustices happening in Middle Georgia. Freedom for All Macon will conduct a 4k Solidarity Run and Walk on Saturday morning. The 2.21-mile walk…
3 people sent to hospital after early morning crash in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three people were sent to the hospital early Friday morning following a car crash. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the crash happened at the Eisenhower Parkway and I-75 intersection just before 1 a.m. A…
MORNING UPDATE: Perry Police, GBI investigating early morning homicide; Commissioner Wynn speaks out about husband being assaulted
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Perry Police, GBI investigating early morning homicide Commissioner Wynn speaks out about husband being assaulted
Macon Bacon falls to Savannah in home opener
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Bacon lost to the Savannah Bananas Wednesday, 8-0, in their season opener. They were hoping to have a different outcome Thursday night in their home opener at Luther Williams Field. But, the Bananas spoiled…
BSO cracks down on "shot" houses
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --Local law enforcement is cracking down on a number of blighted properties turned into bootleg liquor stores. “Our ordinance calls them a dive. Some people call them a bootleg, and other people call them a shot house,”…
Perry Police, GBI investigating early morning homicide
One person is dead after a shooting early Thursday morning.
Commissioner Wynn speaks out about husband being assaulted
A Macon-Bibb commissioner says to expect more charges after her husband was assaulted in downtown Macon Wednesday morning.
Middle Georgia family takes on NBC's The Wall
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two Middle Georgia men got the chance to compete for cash and show the world what they've got. Retired Marine Micheal Oglesby and his nephew Jahmar Tate -- a school counselor -- were contestants NBC's game…
Macon man wanted for selling fake car parts
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators need your help finding a Macon man wanted for selling fake car parts. Investigators are looking for 30-year-old Timothy Sherrod Harden for Theft by Deception. Investigators determined that between October 2019 and…
Navicent Health changes parts of essential visitation policy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Medical Center Navicent Health has made changes to parts of its essential visitation policy. This is according to a news release from the healthcare provider. The news release states that Navicent made the decision after reviewing…
Man arrested, charged with assaulting Macon-Bibb commissioner's husband
Bibb County deputies are "actively searching" for a man accused of assaulting a Macon-Bibb Commissioner's husband.
Dog of the week: Nala
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Nala is a 7 year old lab/pitbull mix. She’s a sweet, shy and playful. She’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt her at All About Animals Rescue in Macon. Anyone that goes…
Daybreak Interview: The signs of a mental illness and when to treat it
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — According to Mentalhealth.gov, 1 in 25 Americans live with a serious mental illness. Licensed therapist, D. Renee Smith, joined 41NBC News at Daybreak via Skype to share what the difference is between mental illness and mental…
Macon man dies after being shot in the eye, friend arrested
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man is dead after a gun accidentally shot him in the face. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 29-year-old Wesley Faulks and his friend, 28-year-old Tevin Pleas, were showing each other their new…
MORNING UPDATE: Man dies after drowning in Lake Tobesofee at Claystone Park; Middle Georgia churches offering free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Man dies after drowning in Lake Tobesofee at Claystone Park Middle Georgia churches offering free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing
Middle Georgia churches offering free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Community Empowerment Center and Community Church of God in Macon are partnering with several churches in Middle Georgia to offer free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing. Testing is being offered at the following churches: Bethel Missionary Baptist…
Man dies after drowning in Lake Tobesofee at Claystone Park
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is dead after drowning in Lake Tobesofkee in Macon Wednesday night. According to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 49 year old Christopher King was thrown off the boat he was…
Organizations create fund for black business owners in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Middle Georgia Black Pages and the Urban CEO want to assist local black businesses affected by COVID-19. They created the Black Business Support Fund to help black business owners. The Community Foundation of Central Georgia and…
'The town itself not for sale': 37 properties listed for sale in Toomsboro
TOOMSBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Phones lines have been busy for Toomsboro officials as people want to buy the city. Mayor Joyce Denson says people have it all wrong. The small town of Toomsboro -- population nearly 500 -- was listed…
Macon Bacon falls to Savannah Bananas in season opener
There was a socially distanced crowd of 15-hundred people at Grayson Stadium.
Solid Waste Department continues to clean illegal dumping in Unionville
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Solid Waste Department is on a mission to stop illegal dumping in Bibb County communities. Sanitation crews spent Tuesday cleaning Bells Terrace street in Unionville after it was reported that more trash, scraps, and abandoned…
'Food for Good' program helps food insecure families this summer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- With school out for summer, food insecurities become a bigger problem for low-income households. For that reason, the PepsiCo Foundation’s Food for Good program partnered with the USDA and Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty. Together,…
Library seeks equipment donations for 'Memory Lab'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Middle Georgia Regional Library needs equipment donations for a Memory Lab that will enable community members to access free, publicly-available, self-service digital conversion. “Donations to the Memory Lab make family and community histories accessible to future…
Lake Tobesofkee fireworks postponed due to COVID-19 concerns
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County is postponing the 26th annual Sparks Over the Park Independence Day Celebration at Lake Tobesofkee due to COVID-19 concerns and the rise of cases in Macon-Bibb County and Georgia. “Even though Georgia has relaxed…
'We are full of patriotism': Cochran honors veterans with flags around city
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- The City of Cochran is honoring those who have served our country in a unique way for the Fourth of July amid the pandemic. For the past three years, Sam Barrs has placed large American flags around…
Severe storms possible Wednesday in Middle Georgia
After a few mostly dry days in Middle Georgia, storms rolled back in this afternoon. Most of us saw just rain, but at least my garden is happy. Tomorrow will bring our next chance of severe storms. Main threats with…
UPDATE: Baldwin County murder suspect arrested in Newton County
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man wanted for a Baldwin County murder is now behind bars. According to a news release from the Baldwin County Sheriff's Office, deputies arrested Dequanis Parks Tuesday morning in Newton County, Georgia. Parks was wanted…
Missing Fort Valley man found dead inside car on Highway 96
Fort Valley Police say 28-year-old Dominique Towns, who was last seen last week, was found dead Tuesday.
Byron residents upset at high water bill
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Citizens of Byron have had it with the city’s rising water cost. Byron resident Michelle Chafin said, “Last year they sent out a notice stating that they were putting in new pipes at the beginning of…
Deputies prepare for Fourth of July, one of most dangerous days of year
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT)- As more people get ready for the holiday weekend, law enforcement agencies are urging residents to stay safe. The Fourth of July ranks as one of the most dangerous days of the year. According to MoneyGeek's analysis,…
Baldwin County School District holds virtual town halls on reopening schools
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In an effort to reopen schools, the Baldwin County School District is holding a virtual town hall meeting. This will be the third gathering Dr. Noris Price -- the Baldwin County School Superintendent -- will lead,…
Dublin City Hall closes, employee came in contact with COVID-19
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin city hall closed Tuesday and will stay closed until Monday, July 6th. According to a notice on the city's Facebook page, a city employee came in contact with someone who has COVID-19. The city is…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores June 22-26
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, June 22 and Friday, June 26.
Storm chances increase and heat sticks around through the week
It was a scorcher across Middle Georgia today, with highs in the mid 90's and "feels like" temps in the 100's! High pressure to our south will continue to pump Gulf moisture into the area, which means humidity will be…
MTA to close Terminal Station 'until further notice' on July 6
The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority announced Monday it is closing the Terminal Station on Monday, July 6 until further notice.
Pet safety tips for July 4th holiday
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- Fourth of July fireworks are scary for pets and local animal shelters ask that pet owners to make plans before the holiday. The Bibb County Animal Services office says they see a surge in the number calls…
Virtual town halls explore Baldwin County back-to-school plans
The Baldwin County School District is using virtual town halls to explore various reopening strategies to start the upcoming school year during the coronavirus pandemic. The town halls are scheduled for Tuesday, June 30th at noon and 5:30 p.m. All…