Finn Balfour

Georgia

News Producer and Web Producer at WMGT-TV (Macon, GA)

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Macon man sentenced to 10 years in prison in marijuana trafficking case

3 weeks ago | 41nbc.com | Finn Balfour

A man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison and a vintage car seized, along with $33,000 in cash. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man will spend the next 10 years behind bars after pleading guilty to trafficking marijuana and multiple related charges following a three-year crime spree. On Thursday, Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney Anita Howard announced that 25-year-old Jaquez Devontae Durham was sentenced to 20 years, with 10 to serve in prison.
Two more arrested after Forsyth daycare teacher accused of giving toddlers Benadryl

1 month ago | 41nbc.com | Finn Balfour |Monica Diaz-Meek

The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning issued an emergency closure order on March 17. FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two additional arrests have been made after a teacher at Forsyth Methodist Church-Caring for Kids was accused of giving toddlers Benadryl, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.
Common scams pulling in more money, BBB says

1 month ago | 41nbc.com | Finn Balfour

According to the Better Business Bureau, scams pulled in more money from victims in 2024, compared to 2023. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – According to the Better Business Bureau, scams pulled in more money from victims in 2024, compared to 2023. The BBB cites data from the Federal Trade Commission, which shows that reports of scams haven’t increased, but people are losing more money to them.
FEMA to host housing resource fair

1 month ago | 41nbc.com | Finn Balfour

The Federal Emergency Management Agency will hold a Housing Resource fair for Georgians impacted by Tropical Storm Debby or Hurricane Helene. VIDALIA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency will hold a Housing Resource fair for Georgians impacted by Tropical Storm Debby or Hurricane Helene. According to a news release, the event is happening in March 15, 2025 in Vidalia at the EMA/EMS building located at 509 Maple Drive.
Jones County family targeted by scam promising jail release for payment

1 month ago | 41nbc.com | Finn Balfour

Jones County Sheriff's Office warns of common scam tactics JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A family was recently targeted by a scam, promising their loved one could be released with an ankle monitor in exchange for money, according to a news release. The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is sharing red flags that could help you spot a scam. JCSO says employees will never contact you and ask for money.
BBB Warns of scam as JOANN Fabrics closes stores

1 month ago | 41nbc.com | Finn Balfour

The Better Business Bureau is warning shoppers to keep an eye out for fake "going out of business sales" online. Middle Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Better Business Bureau is warning shoppers to keep an eye out for fake “going out of business sales” online. With JOANN Fabrics shutting down it’s physical stores, many locations have been offering deals. The BBB says scammers will pose as a real business and post ads on social media, promising discounts of up to 90% off.
Tips for spotting three different scams

1 month ago | 41nbc.com | Finn Balfour

The Bibb County Sheriffs Office is sharing tips from the Better Business Bureau that could help you spot scams before it's too late. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriffs Office is sharing tips from the Better Business Bureau that could help you spot scams before it’s too late. Debt Collection ScamsThe BBB says this can be one of the most frightening and persistent scam types.
Former Director of Dublin VA faces more charges in child molestation case

2 months ago | 41nbc.com | Finn Balfour |Monica Diaz-Meek

The two additional charges that have been added are another count of child molestation and one count of computer or electronic pornography. (UPDATE 2/19/2025): According to the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office, new charges have been added to Manuel Davila. The two additional charges that have been added are another count of child molestation and one count of computer or electronic pornography.
Warming shelters open their doors ahead of freezing temperatures

2 months ago | 41nbc.com | Finn Balfour

Warming shelters will open February 19 and stay open until temperatures rise again. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warming shelters will open Wednesday and stay open until temperatures rise again. According to a news release from United to End Homelessness, the organization is working with Macon-Bibb County, local shelters, and the Homeless Coalition to give people in need somewhere warm to sleep.
Two arrested in Reynolds after traffic stop leads to stolen firearm, drugs recovery

2 months ago | 41nbc.com | Finn Balfour |Monica Diaz-Meek

Corporal Mischel stopped a white Ford Expedition for suspended registration. Mischel says he could smell marijuana during the traffic stop. REYNOLDS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men have been arrested after a traffic stop for a suspended registration lead to the recovery of a stolen firearm and felony drugs on Sunday, according to the Reynolds Police Department. The traffic stop happened on February 16.