Loaves and Fishes celebrates 57 years of serving Middle Georgia

President, Chloe Napier, says Loaves & Fishes aims to serve and improve the quality of life for the poor and homeless in Middle Georgia.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Loaves & Fishes, a non-profit in Middle Georgia, is celebrating 57 years of serving the community. President, Chloe Napier, says Loaves & Fishes aims to serve and improve the quality of life for the poor and homeless in Middle Georgia. Napier says the non-profit is celebrating this month with a variety of events to give back…

Starting to cool again Tuesday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will return to the 70s Tuesday after being in the 80s to begin the week. This Evening Strong breezes have been present around the Peach State this afternoon courtesy of a cold front passing through. Skies have also been rather sunny. While the afternoon was a bit warm with much of the region climbing into…

Macon Regional Crimestoppers seek public’s assistance to capture suspects

Today's word of the day: Consistency

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? Daja…

Man arrested for burglary at Cube Smart Storage in Macon

It was reported that multiple units were broken into when the business experienced loss of power, due to the recent hurricane.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested on October 10 in connection with the burglary of a commercial business in Macon that happened on October 9, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to Cube Smart Storage, which is located at 400 Pio Nono Avenue, on October 9. It was reported that multiple units were broken into…

Lineman of the Week: Dublin High School

Tonight, we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the Week, Justin Johnson, and high school football lineman, Antwain Hudson of Dublin High School. Both linemen work 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 HIGHLIGHTS: Northeast visits Dublin in our Game of the Week

The Raiders (5-2, 5-1) had won five games in a row since losing their season opener to the Peach County Trojans. The Fighting Irish (7-0, 6-0) had allowed just three points in the last three games. Dublin was ranked #2 in Single-A.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dublin Fighting Irish hosted the Northeast Raiders in our Game of the Week on The End Zone in Week 9. The Raiders (5-2, 5-1) had won five games in a row since losing their season opener to the Peach County Trojans. The Fighting Irish (7-0, 6-0) had allowed just three points in the last three…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: East Laurens travels to ACE

The Falcons (2-4, 1-4) were playing their first game in nearly a month after losing to Dodge County on September 20. The Gryphons (4-3, 3-3) were on a two-game losing streak and had been outscored 94-3 in those games.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The ACE Gryphons welcomed the East Laurens Falcons to Perkins Field on Friday night. The Falcons (2-4, 1-4) were playing their first game in nearly a month after losing to Dodge County on September 20. The Gryphons (4-3, 3-3) were on a two-game losing streak and had been outscored 94-3 in those games. Tucker Sargent has…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Westside hosts Pike County

The Seminoles (3-5, 1-2) were scoring just 21 points per game while giving up 37. Westside last played Pike County in 2019 and won 41-14. The Pirates (4-3, 0-2) lost to the Jackson Red Devils 12-7 last week.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Westside Seminoles welcomed the Pike County Pirates to the Ed DeFore Sports Complex on Friday night. The Seminoles (3-5, 1-2) were scoring just 21 points per game while giving up 37. Westside last played Pike County in 2019 and won 41-14. The Pirates (4-3, 0-2) lost to the Jackson Red Devils 12-7 last week. Bill…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: John Milledge welcomes FPD

The Vikings (8-1, 3-0) had won five in a row and were scoring 28 points per game this season. The Trojans (1-7, 0-2) had lost five in a row and six overall in 2024. For a little perspective, John Milledge had only lost six games in the last nine seasons coming into this year.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The FPD Vikings went on the road to take on the John Milledge Trojans on Friday night. The Vikings (8-1, 3-0) had won five in a row and were scoring 28 points per game this season. The Trojans (1-7, 0-2) had lost five in a row and six overall in 2024. For a little perspective, John…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Tattnall battles Stratford

The Eagles (6-3, 2-2) lost to FPD last week but beat John Milledge two weeks ago. The Trojans (6-1, 2-0) had won five in a row after losing their season opener. Tattnall beat Stratford last season and led the overall series 32-26.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Stratford Eagles battled the Tattnall Trojans in Week 9 of The End Zone. The Eagles (6-3, 1-2) lost to FPD last week but beat John Milledge two weeks ago. The Trojans (6-1, 2-0) had won five in a row after losing their season opener. Tattnall beat Stratford last season and led the overall series 32-26….

Livestock competitions, animal exhibits a major part of Georgia National Fair experience

“I haven’t turned back," Corzine said. "This is what I do. This is my passion."

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Some head to the Georgia National Fair for the rides, some for the food, but others make the trip to see and show off their favorite animals. The fair offers livestock competitions, petting zoos, and exhibits each day the gates are open. Aly Corzine is a junior at Veterans High School. Corzine has been competing as…

City of Dublin removing and collecting debris left behind by Hurricane Helene

City Manager Josh Powell wants residents to know they'll make as many rounds as necessary to clean up Dublin.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  The City of Dublin is still recovering from Hurricane Helene. Friday, city employees were in the process of collecting and removing debris. City Manager Josh Powell wants residents to know they’ll make as many rounds as necessary to clean up Dublin. In the meantime, he asks residents to help out by cutting limbs and trunks into…

City of Warner Robins to host Trunk-or-Treat, Food Truck Roundup

The Food Truck Roundup will be from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the Trunk-or-Treat will be from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins is hosting a Trunk-or-Treat in conjunction with the Food Truck Roundup. Warner Robins Mayor Larhonda Patrick says the city looks forward to this year being even better than last year. The events will take place on Thursday, October 17, at Perkins Field in Warner Robins. The Food Truck Roundup will run…

Fairytales and Friends to host Boo Bash

Tickets include a character meet & greet with princesses and villains, live performances, games, Trick or Treat candy stations, make & take mask craft, and a pumpkin to take home.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fairy Tales and Friends is hosting Boo Bash, a night of magic, mischief, and mayhem. The event is Saturday, October 19 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 155 Maple St in Warner Robins.  Owner and Founder of Fairytales and Friends, Heather Coy, says there will be 14 characters at the event. There will be princesses and villains available…

Dublin prepares to ‘fight’ against region opponent Northeast in the Week 9 Game of the Week

The undefeated Dublin Fighting Irish are looking to remain perfect in region play this Friday night at the Shamrock Bowl when they host the Northeast Raiders. 

DUBLIN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) –  The undefeated Dublin Fighting Irish are looking to remain perfect in region play this Friday night at the Shamrock Bowl when they host the Northeast Raiders. At 6-0 so far this season, 22nd year head coach of the Fighting Irish Roger Holmes and this Dublin squad are showing out in all three phases of the…

Mercer Tennis Classic returns to Macon with $100,000 prize total

The Mercer Tennis Classic will be held at the John Drew Smith Tennis Center next week. It starts with Qualifying rounds on Monday at 10am with the Tournament running from Wednesday through Sunday

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer Tennis Classic prepares to ramp up its 11th year next week in Macon at the John Drew Smith Tennis Center.  Hosted by Mercer Tennis head coach Eric Hayes, this U.S. Tennis Association Pro Circuit Tournament announced in July that the USTA will be sponsoring $100,000 in prize money.  That brings 64 of the…

BCSO: Macon man charged after resisting arrest, shoving deputy

A Macon man is in custody after deputies say he resisted arrest and shoved a deputy early Thursday morning.

Tiynaan Hillard (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (10/11/24): Tiynaan Hillard is now in the Bibb County Jail, according to the sheriff’s office. He’s charged with terroristic threats, simple battery on a law enforcement officer and felony obstruction of a law enforcement officer. ORIGINAL STORY (10/10/24): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  A Macon man is in custody after deputies say he resisted…

Family, NAACP call for transparency following Stephen Fossett’s death

Initially, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office said Fossett’s death was the result of a medical emergency, but a recent GBI investigation ruled the death a homicide.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Bibb NAACP, alongside the Fossett family, gathered outside the Bibb County Jail Thursday morning to call for transparency and justice following the death of Stephen Fossett. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the 42-year-old was killed in May while in the Bibb County Jail after being tased by jail deputies. Initially, the…

Fight Cancer in All Colors 5k to take place in Baldwin County

Wright was told in April of 2020 that she had stage 2 breast cancer.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A breast cancer survivor in Middle Georgia is sharing her cancer journey and hosting a 5K to raise awareness about different cancers. Stephanie Wright felt a lump in her chest in January of 2020. Wright went in for her annual exam and a doctor confirmed that something was off. Wright went in a week after for…

Fantastic Friday weather

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will be below average both in the afternoon and overnight to finish the work week. This Evening Skies have been sunny and clear basically all day and that trend will stick around to finish the work week. The strong breezes from this afternoon will taper off through the evening and into tonight, however winds could…

Houston County man sentenced to 25 years in prison for aggravated sexual battery

Austin Barber sentenced to 25 years without parole, followed by life probation for sexually abusing a child

Austin Barber (Photo: Houston County Sheriff’s Office)PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Houston County man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison without parole for aggravated sexual battery against a child, followed by life on probation, according to the Houston County District Attorney’s Office. 39-year-old Austin M. Barber pleaded guilty on Monday, October 7, to one count of aggravated sexual…

Downtown Dublin to host Chili Cook-Off and Fall Festival, uniting community after Hurricane Helene

There will be 18 teams participating in the Chili Cook-Off and 35 vendors participating in the Fall Festival.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Downtown Dublin is set to host the 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off and Fall Festival. The event will be October 19 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m . at the Market on Madison. There will be 18 teams participating in the Chili Cook-Off and 35 vendors participating in the Fall Festival. Lucas Cowart with Morris Bank says…

Food Truck Festival to showcase local cuisine

The event will be on October 12 at Carolyn Crayton Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department is hosting a Food Truck Festival. The event will be on October 12 at Carolyn Crayton Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Senior Administrative Assistant for the Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department, Kalyn Collins, says there will be food, music, family fun and a kids zone. Attendees are encouraged to bring…

BCSO opens Emergency Animal Shelter for pets who can’t stay with evacuated owners

BCSO said, they'll keep the pets until Floridians have been given the green light to return home.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – While Hurricane Milton evacuees are in Georgia, Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services is taking care of pets in need. Right now, the county is caring for at least three cats and two dogs at an emergency shelter. Shelter Manager Tracey Weathers tells 41NBC some evacuees weren’t able to find a pet friendly hotel and needed…