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Warner Robins looking to hire nearly two dozens of Police Officers due to shortages
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Chief of Police Wayne Fisher is a few people short of a fully-staffed police department. “We have a few other vacancies that sit within the command line, the staff line but we are viewing and considering a re-structure in the organization so those numbers could either remain or be decreased based upon the need of the restructure,” said Chief Fisher.
Warner Robins on 3rd phase of new downtown
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. (WPGA) - The city of Warner Robins is continuing its efforts for a completely new downtown. Commercial Circle off of Watson Boulevard is being transformed, slowly. Warner Robins demolished its third building in the area that’s part of Operation Reawaken to rebuild the downtown. “I’m happy...
Listening Lab 2024 By the Numbers: Here's what you had to say leading up to primary election night
The data comes from our online survey and in-person events around Central Georgia. 13WMAZ's Listening Lab has wrapped up for the May primary election cycle and we have compiled, counted and tabulated your surveys and are ready to share the results with you. In March and April, the 13WMAZ Listening...
GDOT awards Sam Shortline $1.6 million dollar grant
CORDELE, Ga. (WRBL) — The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) awarded $1.6 million to the Southwest Georgia Railroad Excursion Authority (SWGREA) in an effort to improve the SAM Shortline. The SAM Shortline has been operating for the last 22 years, traveling through destinations like Cordele, Americus and Plains. The funds will be used towards building a maintenance […]
WRPD and District Attorney announce murder conviction in 2023 shooting
WARNER ROBINS – The Warner Robins Police Department and Houston County District Attorney’s Office announced the murder conviction of Andre Slocumb. The crime occurred on May 29, 2023, as officers responded to a shooting death of a victim at 108 Wendon Way. The deceased victim, Anthony Presley, was shot multiple times with a high-caliber firearm while sitting in his own car. Agencies believe the crime may have been committed due to an ongoing feud between Solcumb and Presley about an alleged drug debt.
Three people facing federal charges after 'swatting' incident in Eastman and more across the country
EASTMAN, Ga. — Three men are facing federal charges after making prank calls to several police and emergency departments across the country, including one incident in Dodge County, according to a press release from the Department of Justice. 18-year-old Owen Jarboe of Maryland, 26-year-old Evan Strauss of Virginia and...
Warner Robins stir: Residents drained by runoff ruining Leisure Lake
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. (WGXA) -- As the water recedes, concerns over runoff and sediment filling Leisure Lake in Warner Robins have escalated, prompting residents to seek answers from city officials. Duane Smith, President of the Homeowner's Association at Leisure Lake, situated off Moddy Road, expresses apprehension about storm drainage issues...
Community Health Fair offering free health screenings
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Sigma Epsilon Omega Chapter of Warner Robins is hosting a Community Health Fair. The Community Health Fair will be May 18 at New Beginning Outreach Ministries, located at 6220 Wellborn Road in Warner Robins. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
D-lineman 'overly excited' for new WVU offer
Warner Robins (GA) Northside defensive lineman Elijah Patmon is preparing to finish his freshman year of high school. Despite being just a 2027 prospect, though, Patmon received his first - of likely many - scholarship offer this week as West Virginia University came through with some big news after practice.
Harvesting Happiness: Georgia farm's peach cobbler takes center stage
MACON, Ga. — Lanes Southern Orchard is one of many peach farms across Central Georgia. Jenny Arrington, the bakery manager at Lanes Southern Orchards in Fort Valley, manages a lot, but, "peach cobbler is probably one of the biggest things we produce here." She says 75 pans are made...
Perry looking to prevent future flooding issues with Orchard on Main subdivision
PERRY, Ga. — The City of Perry is working to prevent future flooding. With more than 100 homes that could come to the area, they hope to avoid repeating past mistakes. Across Georgia there are over 169,000 licensed nurses. When they need some time off, the Lighthouse Nursing Agency steps in to help.
New Labels on Houston County Vending Machines Could Change How We Decide What to Drink. Doctor Explains
In this article, Dr. Adriana Davis, Family Medicine, shares her expert insights of the findings and provides Georgia residents with evidence-based recommendations for protecting their health.Why This Matters to YouNew research reveals that the introduction of traffic light and physical activity labels significantly affect consumer behavior.What This Means for Your Health"Green Lights on Labels Help Make Us Make Healthier Choices!" Dr. Adriana Davis, Family MedicineDoctor's Expert Insights About Food Labeling and Your Health in Houston County, GeorgiaKnow this: "This new research shows that simple changes, like putting traffic light colors or exercise info on vending machine labels, can make a...
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