Hurricane Helene recovery efforts continue in Telfair County

According to the EMA, roughly 40% of Telfair County residents were still without power Monday.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MCRAE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Telfair County was one of the hardest hit by Hurricane Helene in Middle Georgia. Elected officials and volunteers across the community are working to help those still without power. “When I say there wasn’t a street or a road in Telfair County that didn’t have a tree or damage on it, that was…

UPDATE: Missing Warner Robins couple found safe

Mattie Brown and Isadore Brown have been located and both are safe, according to an update Monday night from Warner Robins Police.

UPDATE (8:15 p.m.): Mattie Brown and Isadore Brown have been located and both are safe, according to an update Monday night from Warner Robins Police. ORIGINAL STORY (3:19 p.m.): WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Police Department is asking for the community’s help locating a missing couple. 73-year-old Mattie Brown and 74-year-old Isadore Brown were staying at the…

Macon Regional Crimestoppers searching for suspects

Today's word of the day: Obey

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? Jason…

Deputies: Woman arrested after firing gun near ‘crowded sidewalk’ in downtown Macon

Bibb County deputies say a 26-year-old woman is in custody after firing a gun near a crowded sidewalk in downtown Macon early Saturday.

Zariah Ashayla Johnson (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County deputies say a 26-year-old woman is in custody after firing a gun near a crowded sidewalk in downtown Macon early Saturday. According to the sheriff’s office, Zariah Ashayla Johnson, who was armed with a Glock, was located in an alleyway. “When she saw deputies, she tried to…

17-year-old arrested for armed robbery in Fort Valley, police searching for additional suspect

Deputies were dispatched on October 5 to the 100 block of Molette Street at approximately 12:44 a.m. about a person being shot. 

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 17-year-old was arrested for armed robbery, according to a press release from the Fort Valley Police Department.  Deputies were dispatched on October 5 to the 100 block of Molette Street at approximately 12:44 a.m. about a person being shot.  Deputies found Isaiah Greer with a gunshot wound and he was transported to a hospital…

Lineman of the Week: Perry High School

Tonight, we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the Week, Stevie Arrington, and high school football lineman, Ashlon Ashley of Perry 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: Stratford travels to FPD

The Stratford Eagles visited the FPD Vikings in a region matchup with first place on the line.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Stratford Eagles visited the FPD Vikings in a region matchup with first place on the line. The Eagles (6-2, 1-1) were scoring 35 points per game this year and led the overall series against FPD, 25-22. The Vikings (7-1, 2-0) beat Stratford 35-6 last season. FPD was scoring 27 points per game, while only giving…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northside battles Houston County in our Game of the Week

The Northside Eagles went across town to take on the Houston County Bears in our Game of the Week on The End Zone.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northside Eagles went across town to take on the Houston County Bears in our Game of the Week on The End Zone. The Eagles (2-5, 0-2) had lost four in a row coming into the game, but led the overall series against Houston County 21-5. The Bears (6-1, 2-0) beat Northside last season 42-14….

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Tattnall visits Mount de Sales

Tattnall (5-1) led the overall series against Mount de Sales 36-10. The Cavaliers (3-5, 0-2) lost their region opener 45-3 to FPD. The team was only scoring 19 points per game.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Tattnall Trojans went on the road to take on the Mount de Sales Cavaliers in Week 8 of The End Zone. It was the region opener for the Trojans (5-1), who had not played since September 13 due to a bye week and Hurricane Helene. Tattnall led the overall series against Mount de Sales 36-10….

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Jones County hosts McDonough

The Greyhounds (5-2, 4-2) were scoring 27 points per game this season. The Warhawks (0-6, 0-5) were giving up 41 points per game.

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Greyhounds welcomed the McDonough Warhawks to Greyhound Field on Friday night in Week 8 of The End Zone. The Greyhounds (5-2, 4-2) were scoring 27 points per game this season. The Warhawks (0-6, 0-5) were giving up 41 points per game. Tucker Sargent has the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags:…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Warner Robins hosts Benedictine

The Demons (5-2, 1-1) were ranked #6 in AAAA. The Cadets (4-2, 2-0) were ranked #3 in AAAA.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Demons hosted the Benedictine Cadets at McConnell-Talbert Stadium on Friday night. The Demons (5-2, 1-1) were ranked #6 in AAAA. The Cadets (4-2, 2-0) were ranked #3 in AAAA. Bill Shanks has the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Benedictine Cadets, Bill Shanks, high school football, McConnell-Talbert Stadium, warner robins…

Team Trump Bus Tour rallies voters in Macon

With just 32 days until the Nov. 5 presidential election, polling data shows a tight race between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – “Team Trump” launched a three-day bus tour across Georgia on Friday, with supporters gathering at Bibb County Republican Party headquarters for the Macon stop. With just 32 days until the Nov. 5 presidential election, polling data shows a tight race between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, both on the national level and…

THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores from Week 8 of high school football

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from Week 8.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from Week 8. (Catch all the highlights here.) Games featured on The End Zone: Northside 22 Houston County 63 Stratford 14 FPD 28 Tattnall 31 Mount de Sales 18 Benedictine 35 Warner Robins 21 McDonough 26 Jones County 47 Other scores: Veterans 10 Thomas County Central 61 Perry…

Macon Bacon, First Quality partner to donate diapers to local non-profit

Macon Bacon President, Brandon Raphael, says the team decided to partner with First Quality and donate diapers to Mother's Nest.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Bacon and First Quality have partnered together to help Mother’s Nest. Mother’s Nest is a local non-profit that assists young mothers to prevent maternal mortality and severe morbidity among black mothers in Macon and Middle Georgia. Mother’s Nest aims to help low-income, single families that need assistance. Macon Bacon President, Brandon Raphael, says the team…

Miss Black Georgia USA Pageant aims to promote empowerment

Van Dyke says this pageant is "a platform for black women to be able to compete and be authentically and genuinely themselves".

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Miss Black Georgia USA Pageant aims to unite and promote empowerment for young women. Executive Director of the Miss Black Georgia USA Pageant, Alexandria Van Dyke, says this pageant began about 35 years ago. Van Dyke says this pageant is “a platform for black women to be able to compete and be authentically and genuinely…

478 Music Awards to honor local musicians

Co-founder of the 478 Music Awards, Snap, says this event is a time for local artists to come together and support local talent. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 3rd Annual 478 Music Awards are a celebration of entertainment and culture around Middle Georgia. The event is October 6 at Macon Banquet, located at 3720 Bloomfield Village Drive. The event is from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Co-founder of the 478 Music Awards, Snap, says this event is a time for local artists to…

Houston County softball wins third consecutive region championship

The Houston County Bears Softball team has earned a 3-peat. The HoCo ladies earned their third consecutive Region 2-AAAAA Championship after they swept Thomas County Central in their region doubleheader Thursday.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Bears Softball team has earned a 3-peat. The HoCo ladies earned their third consecutive Region 2-AAAAA Championship after they swept Thomas County Central in their region doubleheader Thursday. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: GHSA, GHSA Softball, HoCo, houston county bears, Houston County Bears Softball, Houston County High School Bears Softball, Houston…

Westside falls to Callaway 34-14 at home Thursday night

The Westside Seminoles (2-5) lost to the Callaway Cavaliers (4-2) at home Thursday night, 34-14, in Region 2-AA

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Westside Seminoles lost their fifth game of the season Thursday night at Ed Defore Sports Complex to the Callaway Cavaliers, falling 34-14 in Region 2-AA play. After taking a 14-13 lead, the Seminoles gave up 21 unanswered points to lose. It was their fifth loss in six games. Westside takes on Pike County next week….

Northeast wins a nail-biter with Region opponent Bleckley County 33-30

The Northeast Raiders (5-1) defeated Region 2-A Division One opponent Bleckley County Royals (2-4) by a final score of 33-30 to remain perfect in region play

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Thursday night at Thompson Field, the Northeast Raiders beat the Bleckley County Royals 33-30 in Region 2-A Division One play. Royals were up 23-12 at the half before Northeast outscored the Royals 21-7 in the second half for a comeback victory. Bleckley County missed a game-tying 42-yard field goal with a minute left in…

Torrez “The Punisher” Finney celebrates new UFC contract in Hometown Macon

UFC Middleweight Fighter and Jones County Alum Torrez Finney stopped by Macon Thursday to hold a Meet and Greet with family, friends, and fans after signing his new UFC contract

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon native, former Jones County Defensive Lineman, and Ultimate Fighting Championship Middleweight fighter Torrez Finney was in Macon Thursday to celebrate his new UFC contract.  With family, including his mother, father, uncle, grandmother, and many others, along with friends and fans, “The Punisher” was happy to speak about his accomplishments before signing autographs and taking…

GBI, Georgia National Guard in Wheeler County to aid in Hurricane Helene relief

The GBI is working alongside members of the Georgia National Guard to get residents the supplies they need like water, food, ice, and tarps.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)WHEELER COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wheeler County is still hard at work to recover from the damage of Hurricane Helene last week. On Monday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) set up an operation center in Alamo to store resources from the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA). Eve Rodgers, a GBI inspector and Wheeler County resident, says…

Macon church hosts Mental Health Summit

The summit will be at Living Sacrifice Fellowship Ministries which is located at 1637 3rd Avenue in Macon. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Living Sacrifice Fellowship Ministries is hosting a mental health summit for the community. Pastor Hodges says that talking about mental health is important and he hopes to encourage these conversations during the summit. The event is October 19 from 9 a.m .to 3 p.m. The summit will be at Living Sacrifice Fellowship Ministries which is located…

What’s new this year at the Georgia National Fair

Lane says there will be 20 new fair food items for the 3rd Annual Georgia National Fair Food Fight.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia National Fair is celebrating 35 years of magic and will open Thursday. Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter Marketing and Business Development Director, Maggie Lane, says she is expecting more than 500,000 people at the fair this year. Lane says there will be 20 new fair food items for the 3rd Annual Georgia National Fair…