What's Right With Our Schools: Taylor County Upper Elementary uses 'Stride Academy' to engage students
Taylor County Upper Elementary School uses 'Stride Academy' to engage students inside and outside of the classroom.
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Kindergarten registration process for 2017-2018 begins
Kindergarten registration process for 2017-2018 begins in early March.
Employees tied up during North Macon computer store robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Four masked men threatened and tied up two employees during a robbery at the Simply Mac in North Macon on Friday. Bibb deputies say the men entered the computer store at The Shoppes at River Crossing…
Speaker at Georgia College says "Black Minds Matter," during powerful lecture
College of Education Social Justice Dialogue Series
UPDATE: Boil water advisory for affected areas around Forysth has been lifted
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WGMT) - The boil water advisory for Forsyth has been lifted for all affected areas, according to City Manager Janice Hall. A water main break in Forsyth that put a section of the city under a boil water…
B.S. Report: Day 3 in Florida as Bill takes in the Braves spring training
Bill discusses the beginnings of the Brian Snitker era.
Houston County High School hosts Special Olympics
Houston County High School hosted the spring Special Olympics, which was open to students of all grade levels.
Children's Hospital set to host Teddy Bear Clinic
Going to the doctor can be a scary time for many, especially children. Children's Hospital, Navicent Health is hoping to ease that experience by hosting a Teddy Bear Clinic.
Three Bibb County Schools designated as Reward Schools by the Georgia Department of Education
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three Bibb County schools received a special honor Friday afternoon, as announced in a news release from the Bibb County School District. Alexander II Magnet School, Heritage Elementary School, and Howard Middle School were all designated…
Taxpayers urged to pay past due bills before March 15th
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - If you haven't paid your 2016 taxes for real and personal properties, now is the time to do so. The Macon-Bibb County Tax Commissioner's Office is urging tax payers to make payments to avoid penalties and…
Woman dies in fatal traffic accident
A woman died in a fatal traffic accident in North Macon Friday morning.
Headliners announced for Cherry Blossom Festival Street Party
New talent will perform at this years street party on Apr. 1st.
Warner Robins police urging bar goers to come forward after shooting
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Warner Robins Police Department is urging anyone who was inside the Jus One More during Thursday morning's shooting to come forward with information. Officers say hundreds of people were inside the bar when two…
Missing Warner Robins man found after checking into hospital
UPDATE (3/6/2017) - Warren Marvin Leroy has been found. According to the Warner Robins Police Department, Leroy checked into the Houston Medical Center on Saturday morning. He was treated and returned to Gramps n' Grannies. WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -…
Grassroots effort to support paid parental leave in Warner Robins
Grassroots effort to support paid parental leave in Warner Robins
"Eggs & Issues" over 2018 SPLOST
A new swim complex, fire stations and intersection upgrades were hot topics over hot breakfast at Houston County's Eggs & Issues meeting Thursday morning. Leaders discussed the plans for the 2018 Special Purpose Local Options Sales Tax (SPLOST). Polls opened for early voting on Monday and SPLOST is on the ballot.
B.S. Report: Spring training 2017 continues with a talk about pitching
Bill talks about the arms on the mound and in the pen for the Atlanta Braves.
United Way helps celebrate literary icon's birthday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Students at Burdell-Hunt Elementary School in Macon celebrated the birthday of a literary icon Thursday. Theodor Seuss Geisel, also known as simply Dr. Seuss, was born on this day back in 1904. In honor of the…
High-tech 'T.E.D' van visits Dublin VA Center
Veterans at the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center got a high-tech demonstration on the latest medical care technology--in a van.
Area in Forsyth under boil water advisory expecting "all clear" by Friday
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A water main break in Forsyth that put a section of the city under a boil water advisory should be cleared up by Friday afternoon. According to City Manager Janice Hall, the break has been repaired,…
Annual book sale brings out hundreds to Central City Park
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Old Book Sale is a reader's paradise. 100,000 books were for sale starting Thursday at the annual event at Central City Park. "We have every available category that you can imagine," Larry Caldwell said."We've got…
Monroe-Bibb County Line Legislation fails
Crossover day at the capitol building is Friday. This marks the end of the road for bills that haven't made it out of committee and onto the floor for discussion.
Council will revisit paid maternity leave policy, with more options
The Warner Robins City Council is expected to revisit a paid parental leave policy on Monday, March 6th. In February, the council denied the policy for paid maternity leave It would have provided mothers with four weeks of paid leave after the birth of her newborn.
Men arrested for mass steroid sales out of Capital City bar in Milledgeville
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two men were arrested for possessing and intending to sell large quantities of steroids out of the Capital City bar where they lived Wednesday. The Ocmulgee Drug Task Force took James Eric Scarborough, 33, and Paul…
Woman killed after being hit by train in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is dead after being struck by a train in Warner Robins Thursday morning. Investigators say the 22-year-old woman was laying on the train tracks when the train hit her. She was pronounced dead…
UPDATE: Suspect identified in Warner Robins bar shooting
Warner Robins Police are looking for a man in connection to the Jus One More club shooting.
Grant's Lounge, the "Original Home of Southern Rock", celebrates 46th birthday
Grant's Lounge in Macon is having a four day birthday celebration.
B.S. Report: Bill Shanks reports from spring training
ORLANDO, Florida (41NBC/WMGT) - The 2017 Atlanta Braves are getting ready for another season in the Majors, and Bill Shanks is at their spring training facility in Florida to preview the team before opening day. Today, Bill focuses on the…
Forsyth downtown restaurant gets new name, look
A downtown Forsyth restaurant that's been there for nearly 17 years is getting a new name and a new look. Ann's Deli couldn't be gone for long--it's a big part of Forsyth's downtown.
Nottingham Drive residents want drivers to slow down
Nottingham Drive residents are frustrated with drivers speeding through their neighborhood. It's a popular road for people who want to stay away from all the traffic on Gray Highway.
Christians in Macon observe Ash Wednesday
It's Ash Wednesday and millions of Christians around the world are spending the first day of lent attending religious services.
Downtown businesses bring Mardi Gras celebration to Macon
It's Fat Tuesday and local restaurants in downtown Macon are bringing the Bourbon Street atmosphere to Cherry Street. "Several business owners got together and decided they wanted to do something to celebrate Mardi Gras. It was lead by Parish on Cherry St. and Travis Jean," said Main street Macon Manager Steven Albright.
Pedestrian killed trying to cross Pio Nono Avenue in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A pedestrian was involved in a fatal accident on Pio Nono Avenue Wednesday morning. John Michael Neal Sr., 62, was allegedly trying to cross the street in front the hotel where he stayed. According to Sgt. Linda…
Baseball representatives propose bringing team to Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Baseball could be making a comeback to Macon next year. The Coastal Plain League representatives pitched the idea to Macon-Bibb commissioners Tuesday morning. They want to bring a minor league baseball team to Luther Williams field.…
Georgia's Old Capital Museum changes locations
Georgia's Old Capital Museum in Milledgeville has a new location. They're renovating a part of Georgia's history to show off another part in the exhibits. Georgia's Old Capital Museum has something new to look forward to.
FBI, IRS investigate downtown Milledgeville bars
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and Internal Revenue Service are looking into two downtown Milledgeville bars Tuesday morning.
Strawberry's 32 points sends Mercer past Samford 88-79
Jordan Strawberry scored a career-high 32 points, made all 14 of his foul shots, distributed seven assists with no turnovers and collected seven rebounds and Mercer beat Samford 88-79 on Monday.
Dublin considers community pool project using SPLOST funds
Monday was the first day of early voting for the SPLOST special election in Laurens County. One Dublin man is looking forward to the vote because it could mean seeing a splash in the city soon.
Georgia College Public Safety urges students to utilize safety options
A woman was sexually assaulted at gunpoint on the campus of Georgia College Saturday. "We're not immune to crime," said Georgia College Public Safety Sergeant Michael Baker. College can seem like its own little world.
What's Right With Our Schools: Twiggs County Middle School uses '12 Powerful Words' strategy to increase literacy
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Teenager falls out of vehicle and into roadway, hit by another car
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Authorities responded to a person hit by a vehicle around 1 p.m. Monday afternoon. According to a Warner Robins Police Department news release, it was reported that a 13-year-old male was a passenger in a…
Man found shot to death in Milledgeville Apartment
A 28 year old was found dead in a Milledgeville apartment Saturday night.
Man wanted for sexual assaulting woman at gunpoint on GCSU campus
UPDATE (10:40 a.m.) - The suspect accused of sexually assaulting a woman at gunpoint on the Georgia College campus has been identified. Georgia College Public Safety is asking for the public's help finding 20-year-old Jarvis Javion Lawrence. He has short…
Macon parents speak about murdered son
Kathleen and Kenneth Mano are dealing with the loss of their son in a shooting in Macon Thursday. "It's a feeling I really can't describe in words. I don't think any parent losing a child can describe the feeling," said Kareem Mano's father, Kenneth.
Perry named one of Georgia's safest cities
"We work hard at it," said Chief Stephen Lynn. Chief Lynn and the Perry Police Department have worked hard to keep the city of Perry safe.
Downtown Macon businesses aim to pool money for more safety, cleanliness
Downtown Macon businesses want to come together to make their area safer and cleaner. They're trying to organize the business improvement district.
Daybreak Center 'Sleep out' gives residents a look into homelessness
More than 70 Macon residents woke up--outside. In an empty lot next door to the Daybreak Center, people voluntarily spent the night.
Man wanted in connection to deadly shootout at Macon gas station
In Bibb County deputies search for a murder suspect
"Father of Tee Ball" to be awarded by Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
Claude Lewis is known as "The Father of Tee Ball" in Warner Robins and throughout Middle Georgia. He's credited as the inventor of the sport. In the 1950s, Lewis stepped up to the plate to become the first director of Parks and Recreation in Warner Robins.
Rant N' Rave: Are All-Star Games pointless?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bill Shanks and Tucker Sargent are back to weigh in on topics ranging from basketball to even soccer this week. First up is the actual importance of any sport's All-Star Game. All offense and no defense…