Restaurant Report Card: Health inspection scores April 16-22
Here are this week's Middle Georgia restaurant health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health.
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Waynesboro murder suspect arrested in Macon near Peavy Drive
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s gang and drug investigators along with the Marshals Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force found a man wanted for murder. Investigators say that the Waynesboro Police Department wanted 27-year-old Cyrus Dion Mincey of…
Daybreak Interview - Summit Racing Equipment Atlanta Motorama
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – If you're a fan of anything with a motor, this weekend Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton is hosting its 6th annual Summit Racing Equipment Atlanta Motorama. It's a two day automotive festival that has everything from hot…
Daybreak Interview - Milledgeville-Eatonton Film Festival
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Calling all movie buffs! This week, you can enjoy 116 feature length and short films at the 6th annual Milledgeville-Eatonton Film Festival. Jeremiah Bennett, the co-founder of the film festival, visited Daybreak to tell us more about…
Teenager shot in Warner Robins, in hospital undergoing treatment
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – A teenager is in the hospital after being shot in Warner Robins Monday night. According to Warner Robins Acting Police Chief, John Wagner Jr., the shooting happened in the 1100 block of Kathleen Bynum Drive just…
The Lyrid Meteor Shower peaks overnight
After a warm and sunny day, we will see clear skies which will be conducive for viewing the Lyrid Meteor Shower. The Lyrid Meteor Shower is so called because it appears to radiate from the constellation Lyra. Although it will…
2 Macon-Bibb commissioners want to decriminalize marijuana
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Commissioners Al Tillman and Virgil Watkins filed an ordinance to decrease penalties for small amounts of marijuana.
Chunk-A-Junk program benefits Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Keep Warner Robins Beautiful hosts its 'Chunk-A-Junk' Program this week in an effort to keep the community clean.
Luther Williams field set to host GHSA baseball state championship
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Georgia High School Association selected Luther Williams Field to host two high school baseball state championship games this year. Four teams total will play during the three-day span. Monday, May 20th, one series will play…
Two sisters open "Cookie Bar" business in Warner Robins to help others
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Lisa and Sundee Tutherow own the Cookie Bar in Warner Robins. They also have an interesting story. In 2005, when Hurricane Katrina ripped through Florida, Lisa lived in Tampa. The hurricane devastated some of her friends…
Medical Center Navicent Health honors volunteers with luncheon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- It's National Volunteer Appreciation week and Medical Center Navicent Health honored their volunteers with a luncheon at the Marriott in Macon. These volunteers donate their time while raising money to help support some of the hospital’s patients.…
Bibb County Sheriff's deputies recover stolen car, gun
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies need your help finding a group of men on the run. On April 21st, deputies say they patrolled Hollis Road and Newburg Avenue around 7 p.m. That's when deputies say they saw…
Jones County investigators recover nearly $100,000 worth of stolen items
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Jones County Sheriff’s investigators recovered nearly $100,000 in stolen goods. This according to the Jones County Sheriff's Office Facebook page. Sheriff Reece says that deputies arrested and charged Christopher Tolen and James Carr with 30 counts…
Woman indicted in 1975 cold case dies before trial
PERRY, Ga. (AP) - The suspect in the 1975 death of a teenager in Georgia has died before she could be put on trial. Georgia news outlets report that 16-year-old Cheryl White and then 18-year-old Mary Jane Stewart were roommates…
Man arrested near Hartley Bridge Rd for possession of stolen gun
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Peachtree Corners man with a stolen gun around 4:45 a.m. Deputies say they stopped a silver Ford Fusion for speeding near Hartley Bridge Road. They identified the driver as 35-year-old…
Medical Monday: Parkinson's Disease and therapies for it
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – According to the Parkinson's Foundation, approximately 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson's disease each year. April is Parkinson's Awareness Month. That's why occupation therapist, Jennifer Peth, from Navicent Health's Rehabilitation Hospital, visited Daybreak to talk about the…
Man arrested in Jones County "marijuana candy" investigation
GRAY, Jones County (WMGT/41NBC) - Jones County deputies arrested a man following an investigation into marijuana candy at Clifton Ridge Middle School. Gregory Brown, of Jones County, is charged with Possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute and two…
Stolen gun discovered, Macon man arrested in roommate fight
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - An argument among roommates ends with a Macon man facing disorderly conduct and theft charges. Bibb County deputies arrested 39-year-old Dwayne Lawrence around 11:00 Thursday night. Deputies report responding to a dispute at a home in the…
Mercer seniors move in with senior citizens
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Mercer University seniors Carson Outler and Anna Stallings, designed a program where Mercer students can now be housed at Carlyle Place in Macon.
Doctor explains how to get rid of back pain
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Medical experts say most people with arthritic back pain, can only find temporary relief unless they have surgery.
State panel recommends removing judge from bench
GRIFFIN, Ga. (AP) - Georgia's judicial watchdog agency has recommended that suspended Superior Court Judge Mack Crawford of the Griffin Judicial Circuit be removed from office for the alleged theft of court funds. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports Thursday's recommendation now…
Tornado confirmed in Laurens County from Friday morning storms
The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has confirmed EF-1 tornado damage in Laurens County this morning. This confirmation is based off the damage that was found in the southern portion of the county. EF-1 tornadoes have wind speeds 86-110…
Daybreak Interview - Decorating baked goods for Easter
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Easter weekend is here! If you're looking for a fun activity to do with the kids, how about decorating some baked goods. Felicia Howard, who owns Felicia's Cake Factory in Macon, visited Daybreak to show us…
Daybreak Interview - Corsages, Boutonnieres and flower jewelry for prom
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – It’s prom season and this week on 41NBC News at Daybreak we’re getting you ready for the big night with tips, styles and trends for prom. Florist Mary Pinson visited Daybreak to show off different types…
Daybreak Interview - Prom Hairstyles
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – It’s prom season and this week on 41NBC News at Daybreak we’re getting you ready for the big night with tips, styles and trends for prom. Melanie Johnson, from B. Monroe Salon Downtown in Macon, visited…
List of Middle Georgia schools closing for severe weather Friday
Several school districts in 41NBC's viewing area have announced plans to close school Friday, April 19 because of the threat of severe weather.
Bibb County Deputies looking for burglary suspect
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office needs your help to identify a man in connection to a burglary.
U-2 spy plane pilots visit Museum of Aviation
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Most airplanes travel around 30,000 feet in the air. But there are a few pilots that have exceeded that, and climb over 55,000 feet high.
Showing Linemen appreciation ahead of severe weather
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- April is Linemen Appreciation Month and Georgia Power's linemen shared some of their experiences with us.
Bibb County Deputies investigating drive-by shooting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Bibb County deputies are trying to find the person or people responsible for a drive-by shooting Wednesday night.
Severe storms likely for Middle Georgia tomorrow morning
After a beautiful day today, we are expecting strong to severe storms beginning early Friday and through the day. Threats: Main Threats will be damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, frequent lightning, large hail, and heavy rain. Timing: Storms will likely roll…
Macon Subaru shared love with Daybreak, Project of Depaul USA
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As ongoing support for local communities, Subaru of America and the Macon Subaru dealership presented a $20,000 check to Daybreak, a Project of Depaul USA. Daybreak was selected by Subaru of Macon as their Hometown charity…
Fountain Blue Rehab and Nursing Center hosts Easter egg hunt
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It’s almost Easter and children across Macon are hunting for Easter eggs. The Fountain Blue Rehab and Nursing Center in Macon held its first Easter egg hunt on Thursday. More than 25 children in kindergarten through…
Blast to structure in Warner Robins under investigation
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Warner Robins Fire Department are working a small structure fire on Choctaw Street. The fire has been contained to a shed behind the home. Firefighters tell 41NBC the flames have not moved to the house.…
Student distributes marijuana candy at middle school, criminal charges filed
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - According to the Jones County Sheriff's Office Facebook page, Clifton Ridge Middle School officials were informed that a student brought marijuana candy to school. Authorities say that the student gave another student some of the candy.…
Entering autos, stolen vehicles increasing in Jones County
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Jones County Sheriff's deputies say that the number of thefts from entering autos has increased. On the evening of April 17th, two vehicles were stolen. According to the Jones County Sheriff's Office Facebook page, the incident…
Man charged with rape, sodomy while victim incapacitated
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County Sheriff's Office received a report of sexual assault which happened between March 22nd and March 23rd on April 10th, 2019. Deputies say that the incident reportedly happened in the 1900 block of…
Possible cocaine, ecstasy pills found in Bleckley County
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bleckley County residents found possible cocaine and ecstasy pills while riding four wheelers. Bleckley County investigators along with deputies say they received a call about drugs in the Foskey Road and Kennedy Road area around 7:30 p.m.…
'Macon Periods Easier' helps fight period poverty
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A group of women in Macon, are making sure young women and teenage girls have everything they need for that time of month.
Warner Robins coach Mike Chastain leaving for Jones County, pending board approval
Warner Robins football coach Mike Chastain is expected to be the next head football coach at Jones County, according to Jones County's quarterback.
45 people become U.S citizens at Macon’s naturalization ceremony
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - 45 people from more than 10 countries came to Macon’s federal courthouse building to be naturalized as United States citizens. The New U.S citizens took the oath of allegiance to defend the United States in war…
Severe storms likely Friday morning
Strong to severe storms are looking more and more likely as we get closer to a cold front approaching. Main threats will be damaging winds, brief spin-up tornadoes, and large hail. We will also see the possibility of some flash…
Donate Life Awareness Month: Donating 1 organ can save 75 lives
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Medical professionals do everything they can to save lives daily. However, they aren't the only ones who can do this. April is Donate Life Awareness Month which means it's time to think about if you want…
Gary Lee appeals Mayor's decision
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Warner Robins Director of Redevelopment, who's on unpaid suspension, now appeals the Mayor's decision. Mayor Randy Toms placed Gary Lee on unpaid suspension last week after Lee was arrested for falsely reporting and making a…
Bags of marijuana, heroin, bullets found in abandoned house in west Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s K-9 unit searched a known drug location when they found several bags of drugs on April 12 at 4 p.m. Authorities say that deputies along with a K-9 checked an abandoned house…
Norfolk Southern partner with Macon officials to bring new eco locomotives
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Norfolk Southern and Macon city officials partnered to dedicate six new low emission Eco locomotives. The project is developed as a public-private partnership initiative to help air quality in Macon. Locomotive Engineering Manager Mark Duve says…
Workout Wednesday: The benefits of Calisthenic workouts
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Going to a gym weekly is a great way to stay in shape. If you don't have the funds to go to one though, there are still ways you can stay fit and save money. Doing…
Felon with over 20 warrants arrested in west Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s gang unit investigators along with the Washington County Sheriff’s gang unit captured a felon with over twenty warrants from several agencies. On April 15th at 3 p.m., investigators say they tracked 25-year-old…
Daybreak Interview - Prom Dress and Tuxedo Styles
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – It's prom season and this week on 41NBC News at Daybreak we're getting you ready for the big night with tips, styles and trends for prom. Miriam Grant and Rochelle Arias, from Dress You Up Formals…
Middle Georgia chef helping fight against diabetes, Parkinson's through the kitchen
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – For National Parkinson's Awareness Month, Chef Scottie Johnson helping in the fight against diabetes and Parkinson's disease through his "Blessed and Highly Flavored Cuisine" business. Upon graduating from Helm’s College, Chef Johnson wanted to make a…