Forsyth man arrested on drug distribution charges after apartment raid

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a Forsyth man on multiple drug charges after executing a search warrant at his apartment in Forsyth Gardens on Tuesday, according to a news release from the sheriff's office.

Tramaine Haynes (Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Monroe County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a Forsyth man on multiple drug charges after executing a search warrant at his apartment in Forsyth Gardens on Tuesday, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office. The apartments are located on Cabiness Road. Deputies conducted the search after several complaints about…

Man sentenced to life for beating death of nine-month-old baby outside Buc-ee’s

A Peach County jury has convicted 43-year-old Christopher Scott Palmer on multiple charges, including malice murder, for the beating death of his nine-month-old son, Cody Palmer, in January 2022.

Photo: Christopher Palmer in 2022 (Warner Robins Police Department)PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Peach County jury has convicted 43-year-old Christopher Scott Palmer on multiple charges, including malice murder, for the beating death of his nine-month-old son, Cody Palmer, in January 2022. The jury reached its verdict on Tuesday after a six-day trial and 90 minutes of deliberation, according to…

Warner Robins partners with local church to provide warming shelter for homeless

The City of Warner Robins and No Limit Baptist Church are teaming up to provide shelter for the homeless during freezing temperatures.

City of Warner RobinsWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Warner Robins and No Limit Baptist Church are teaming up again to provide shelter for the homeless during freezing temperatures. The “Food in the Valley Ministry” will offer shelter, hot meals and comfort to those in need when temperatures drop below 32 degrees, according to a city news release….

Warner Robins prepping for holiday season

Jeremy Fermin, Marketing and Communications Specialist for the City of Warner Robins, said Thursday's Tree Lighting Ceremony is set to be even bigger than last year's.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Warner Robins is prepping for the holidays. On Tuesday, workers were busy all around the city, including at Perkins Field, putting up Christmas decorations such as giant snowflakes, snowmen and a Christmas tree. Jeremy Fermin, Marketing and Communications Specialist for the City of Warner Robins, says Thursday’s Tree Lighting Ceremony is set to be even…

NewTown Macon honors late President, CEO through education fund

42-year-old Rogers died on November 24 from a cardiac emergency, according to Coroner Leon Jones. Rogers leaves behind his wife, Meaghan,and  his children, Jack (10) and Ellie (7).

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – NewTown Macon announced the establishment of an education fund for the children of the late President and CEO, Josh Rogers. 42-year-old Rogers died on November 24 from a cardiac emergency, according to Coroner Leon Jones. Rogers leaves behind his wife, Meaghan,and  his children, Jack (10) and Ellie (7). The NewTown Macon Board of Directors Chair William…

Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores November 18-22

This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week’s Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, November 18 and Friday, November 22, 2024. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100…

Macon Touchdown Club Week 15 Players of the Week

The Macon TD Club Players of the Week for the GHSA Second Round of the Playoffs in Week 15 of the High School Football Season

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Touchdown Club Players of the Week for the GHSA Playoffs in the Second Round both came from the Northeast Raiders. The Back of the Week went to Northeast Senior Runningback Nick Woodford. He rushed 16 attempts for 160 yards and two touchdowns in the Raiders 21-10 win over Lamar County. The Lineman of…

Mercer Wins First Ever SOCON Championship

The Mercer Bears (10-2, 7-1) have won the Southern Conference Championship with a 49-23 victory over Furman Saturday at Five Star Stadium

MACON, Georgia – (WMGT) – The Mercer Bears have won the first ever Southern Conference Championship in football program history with a 49-23 win over Furman. It’s the first conference title for Mercer since the 1933 Dixie Title. The Bears will go dancing now, as Mercer earns the seventh seed in the NCAA FCS Playoff Bracket. That comes with a…

Brentwood Academy Wins GIAA AA State Championship

The Brentwood Academy War Eagles (11-1, 5-0) won the GIAA AA State Football Championship Saturday night at the Beck Center 28-6 over Southwest Georgia Academy

STATESBORO, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – In the GIAA State Championships on Saturday, two of our teams made their respective title games. However, only one was able to walk away victorious. In game one of the day at Paulson Stadium, Brentwood Academy defeated Southwest Georgia Academy 28-6 in the GIAA AA State Championship. This caps off a huge turnaround season for…

Tattnall Square Academy Football Head Coach John Abernathy Resigns

The Trojans Head Coach leaves the program after five seasons

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Friday, Tattnall Square Academy Athletics announced that the Head Trojans Football Coach John Abernathy will be stepping down from the program. Abernathy leaves Tattnall Square after five seasons with the Trojans where he had a 32-24 overall record. He will retain his position of Middle-Upper Principal with the Macon private school. Categories: Local Sports,…

41NBC Thanksgiving Blood Drive set for this week

The blood drive will be from November 26 - 29 at various locations across Middle Georgia.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 41NBC Thanksgiving Blood Drive will take place November 26 through November 29 at various locations across Middle Georgia. The Red Cross says that there is a drop in blood donation appointments during the holiday season. Due to extreme heat over the Summer, Hurricane Helene, and Hurricane Milton, there is a large demand for blood donations….

Macon Regional Crimestoppers seek public’s assistance to capture suspects

Today's word of the day: Thanksgiving

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and discuss the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations, police departments and other law enforcement agencies in eight Middle Georgia counties to provide anonymous rewards for tips that lead to criminal arrests. Can you help track down the following suspects?…

FEMA continues to help Georgia residents after Hurricane Helene, offering assistance for those in need

Discover how FEMA continues to support Georgia residents affected by Hurricane Helene through disaster recovery centers, individual assistance, and preparation for future disasters. Learn about the resources available for survivors.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It has been nearly two months since Hurricane Helene impacted Middle Georgia, leaving behind significant devastation. As the community works to recover, FEMA has been on the ground providing essential support to survivors. From direct aid to preparing for the next disaster season, FEMA’s efforts are focused on helping individuals and families rebuild after the storm….

Macon Volunteer Clinic receives $500,000 grant for renovations to new downtown clinic

McCard says the renovations are expected to be complet at the new downtown by March. It will be located at 770 Walnut Street.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peyton Anderson Foundation gave Macon Volunteer Clinic a $500,000 grant for renovations to their new downtown clinic  location. Macon Volunteer Clinic Executive Director John McCard says this grant will help them with the renovations to their new downtown clinic. The clinic offers patients who work but cannot afford the high cost of healthcare, eye care,…

Man shot in Warner Robins on Saturday, investigation underway

The Warner Robins Police Department responded to 200 Sonja Drive on November 23 at 9 a.m. in reference to a shooting.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was shot in Warner Robins on Saturday, according to a press release from the Warner Robins Police Department. The Warner Robins Police Department responded to 200 Sonja Drive on November 23 at 9 a.m. in reference to a shooting. Officers located the 34-year-old victim who has been shot in the abdomen. The victim…

NewTown Macon President, CEO dead at 42

Josh Rogers became President and CEO of NewTown Macon in April of 2014.

Courtesy: NewTown MaconMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The President and CEO of NewTown Macon died on Sunday from a cardiac emergency, according to Coroner Leon Jones. 42-year-old Josh Rogers collapsed while jogging on Second Street in Downtown Macon. A passerby performed CPR and EMS and fire department were notified about the incident. Rogers was pronounced dead after 5 p.m. at the…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Perry hosts Eastside

This is the only Class 4A second-round game between top-10 teams. #7 Perry is the defending Class 4A champion, but Eastside is ranked higher at #5.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Panthers welcomed the Eastside Eagles to Herb St. John Stadium on Friday night. This was the only Class 4A second-round game between top-10 teams. #7 Perry is the defending Class 4A champion, but Eastside was ranked higher at #5. Eastside’s only loss came to second-ranked North Oconee, 40-35. The Eagles hadn’t been tested otherwise…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Johnson County welcomes Clinch County

Clinch County is heavily favored against the Trojans who are region champs.

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Johnson County Trojans hosted the Clinch County Panthers in the second round of the GHSA playoffs Friday night. Clinch County was heavily favored against the Trojans, who are region champs. Clinch was ranked #4 but seeded #2 behind Brooks County from the classification’s toughest region. The Panthers average opponent had been 21 points better than…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northeast hosts Lamar County

This game is a matchup of run-heavy teams that rolled through the first round.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northeast Raiders welcomed the Lamar County Trojans to Thompson Stadium for a second-round GHSA playoff matchup. This game is a matchup of run-heavy teams that rolled through the first round. Lamar County, the #9 seed, ran for 476 yards while going 0-for-2 passing in a 51-10 victory over Dade County. Caleb Lester had six carries…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Macon County welcomes Jenkins County

Macon County, the unranked Region 6 champion, is trying to reach the quarterfinals for the second straight season.

OGLETHORPE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon County Bulldogs hosted the Jenkins County Eagles in a GHSA second round matchup Friday night. Jenkins County, the Region 3 runner-up to Metter, was in the second round for the second straight season and was trying to advance to a quarterfinal for the first time since its 1960 Class B runner-up finish. The Eagles,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Baldwin visits Peach County in our Game of the Week

The Baldwin Braves went on the road to take on the Peach County Trojans in the second round of the GHSA playoffs on Friday night.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin Braves went on the road to take on the Peach County Trojans in the second round of the GHSA playoffs on Friday night. Baldwin, the No. 14 seed in its first season under coach Kevin Patterson, was in the second round for the first time since 2020 after a 26-24 victory over West…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Dublin hosts Jasper County

The Hurricanes were facing a huge task this week against a Dublin team that is the #2 seed and ranked #2. The computer Maxwell Ratings project Dublin as a 32-point favorite.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dublin Fighting Irish welcomed the Jasper County Hurricanes to The Shamrock Bowl on Friday night. #15 Jasper County ended a 10-game playoff losing streak by beating ACE Charter 41-31 for the Hurricanes’ first postseason victory since 1992. Jalen Stewart ran for 147 yards and a touchdown, and Jamarkus Thomas ran for 93 yards and passed…

Lineman of the Week: Dodge County High School

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies power lineman of the week Jim Wright and, high school football lineman Keyzan Harris Of Dodge County High School. Both linemen working to bring power and passion to everything they do on and off the field! 41Nbc lineman of the week is powered by Flint Energies! Categories: Lineman of the Week

THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores from second round of GHSA high school football playoffs

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from the second round of the GHSA playoffs.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from the second round of the GHSA playoffs. (Catch all the highlights here.) Games featured on The End Zone: Baldwin 3 Peach County 37 Eastside 21 Perry 10 Clinch County 28 Johnson County 6 Jasper County 7 Dublin 42 Jenkins County 35 Macon County 21 Lamar County 10…