Brandon Long

3 weeks ago | 41nbc.com | Brandon Long

Burning yard debris is prohibited in Bibb, Houston, and other counties through September 30 due to air quality protection. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Middle Georgia summer burn restrictions 2025 are now active through September 30, affecting dozens of counties in the region. From May 1 through the end of September, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) prohibits residents in both Middle and North Georgia from burning yard waste and land-clearing debris.

3 weeks ago | 41nbc.com | Brandon Long

No injuries reported; Sheriff’s Office launches internal investigation into accidental gun discharge at school FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A school resource officer’s firearm was accidentally discharged this morning while preparing for duty in an area of the school restricted to students, according to a statement from Sheriff Buck Shannon. No injuries occurred as a result of the accidental discharge, and the school continued normal operations without disruption.

1 month ago | wasatchmag.com | Brandon Long

I don’t think that it’s any secret how easy it is for things to go bad in our outdoors. Any seasoned backcountry skier understands the sheer power of falling snow and how one false move can trigger an avalanche that could bury them in a matter of seconds. Ask any outdoor guide what their biggest fear is and regardless of their sport, they’ll tell you it’s someone getting hurt, or worse. At every trail head, signs warn of dehydration, exposure, difficulty, and potential threats posed by wildlife.

1 month ago | 41nbc.com | Brandon Long

Morris Network, Inc. remembers Bobby Berry’s contributions as COO, highlighting his leadership and lasting impact on the company and community. SAVANNAH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Morris Multimedia, Inc. is saddened to announce the sudden passing of long-time Morris Network’s Chief Operating Officer Bobby Berry. He passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Bobby worked in radio for two years before starting his career at WCBI-TV in Columbus, Mississippi, in 1987.

2 months ago | rnz.co.nz | Brandon Long

By Brandon Long, ABC"We're in the kisses and cuddles game."It's not the way you'd expect a farmer to describe their livestock operation, but not every operation is built around what is often called the "world's cutest sheep". Tucked away in the rolling hills of the Jimboomba region of Queensland, Ray Norris and Rachael Moon's Valais blacknose sheep farm is capturing the hearts of animal lovers across Australia. "You meet them, and you'll fall in love," Ray said.