Bibb deputies looking for 17-year-old in connection with August murder

Bibb County deputies are asking for help locating a 17-year-old who's wanted in connection with the death of a 20-year-old last month.

Johnquavis Leonardo Ruthledge (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County deputies are asking for help locating a 17-year-old who’s wanted in connection with the death of a 20-year-old last month. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, warrants have been issued for 17-year-old Johnquavis Leonardo Ruthledge of Macon in connection with Gabreon Tyese Harrison’s August…

Man dead after being struck by forklift at farm in Monroe County

Gary Patterson was struck with a forklift at a chicken house, which was located on a farm. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead after being struck with a forklift on Monday morning, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. According to Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer Anna Watkins, the workplace accident happened at 543 Rumble Road at 7:04 a.m. The man has been identified as 68-year-old Gary Patterson. Watkins says Patterson was struck…

Macon Recovers, Mercer University host Georgia Recovers Bus stop

Breedlove, who is also over the bus tour, says addiction is an epidemic and they are on this journey to bring awareness to communities.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – September is National Recovery Month and the Georgia Recovers Bus has been on what they call a historic journey planning to make 63 stops total in cities across the state to discuss various things about drug addiction and recovery. The Tour Bus makes three types of stops, a proclamation stop, policy stop, and…

Feagin Mill Middle School Earns 2024 National Blue Ribbon School Award

Feagin Mill Middle School in Warner Robins recognized for high academic performance as one of Georgia’s top schools in the 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools cohort.

Feagin Mill Middle School (Photo Credit: NationalBlueRibbonSchools.ed.gov)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Feagin Mill Middle School has earned a prestigious spot among the nation’s top schools as one of the 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools. Recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for its exceptional academic performance, Feagin Mill Middle joins 356 schools nationwide and 10 from Georgia in receiving this distinguished…

Better Business Bureau, Goodwill of Middle Georgia to host shred day

The Better Business Bureau will shred any documents that include personal or sensitive information to help avoid identity theft.

Courtesy: BBB serving Central GeorgiaMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Better Business Bureau and Goodwill of Middle Georgia are hosting Shred Day in Macon. Shred Day is open to the community and will be at 5171 Eisenhower Pkwy in Macon. The free event is September 28 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The Better Business Bureau will shred any documents that include…

2nd annual Black Business and Community event attracts star-studded guests, strong community support

The 2nd annual Black Business and Community Expo, held on Saturday at the Macon Coliseum, brought together the community to participate in a celebration of entrepreneurship and empowerment.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The 2nd annual Black Business and Community Expo, held on Saturday at the Macon Coliseum, brought together the community to participate in a celebration of entrepreneurship and empowerment. The event featured several activities, including entertainment, food and opportunities to support local Black-owned businesses. Influential leaders from across Middle Georgia took the stage to hold panel discussions…

Deputies: Woman dead after single-car crash early Sunday on Shurling Drive

According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the crash happened just after 2 a.m.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 24-year-old woman died after a single-car crash in East Macon early Sunday. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, the crash happened just after 2 a.m. in the 2300 block of Shurling Drive. Deputies say Jahauna Jackson was driving a 2019 Toyota Camry when the car left the road and struck a tree….

Man in critical condition after being struck by vehicle Saturday night on Mercer University Drive

A 28-year-old man is in critical condition at Atrium Health Navicent after being hit by a vehicle Saturday night on Mercer University Drive.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 28-year-old man is in critical condition at Atrium Health Navicent after being hit by a vehicle Saturday night on Mercer University Drive. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, the driver of the vehicle involved left the scene. There’s no information on the vehicle. Deputies responded to the scene of the collision, in…

Coroner: Wesleyan cross country athlete dies after cardiac arrest

Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones says a Wesleyan College student-athlete has died after going into cardiac arrest on Saturday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Wesleyan College student-athlete died Saturday after going into cardiac arrest, according to Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones. Jones identified the student-athlete as 23-year-old Nefertari Holston of Dothan, Alabama. Jones says Holston was pronounced dead at 10 a.m. Saturday at Atrium Health Navicent. “The entire Wesleyan Community is deeply saddened by the death of one of our…

Lineman of the Week: Northeast High School

Tonight, we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the Week, Austin Webb, and high school football lineman, Isaiah Stubbs of Northeast 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: FPD hosts Westfield in our Game of the Week

The Hornets (3-2) beat Tiftarea last week, 21-14. The Vikings (5-1) were scoring 23.6 points per game while the defense was only giving up 8.4 points per game this season.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Westfield Hornets went on the road to take on the FPD Vikings in our Game of the Week on The End Zone in Week 6. The Hornets (3-2) beat Tiftarea last week, 21-14. The Vikings (5-1) were scoring 23.6 points per game while the defense was only giving up 8.4 points per game this season….

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: ACE travels to Northeast

The Gryphons (3-2, 2-2) had lost the last two games against Northeast, including last season, 52-26. The Raiders (4-1, 4-0) had won three straight since losing their season opener.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northeast Raiders welcomed the ACE Gryphons to Thompson Stadium on Friday night. The Gryphons (3-2, 2-2) had lost the last two games against Northeast, including last season, 52-26. The Raiders (4-1, 4-0) had won three straight since losing their season opener. Here’s Tucker Sargent with the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: ACE…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Mount de Sales welcomes Central Fellowship

The Lancers (1-5) lost to Rock Springs Christian last week. They were only scoring 9.4 points per game this season. The Cavaliers (3-3) had lost two straight but had one more win this season than they did in all of 2023.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mount de Sales Cavaliers hosted the Central Fellowship Lancers in Week 6 on The End Zone. The Lancers (1-5) lost to Rock Springs Christian last week. They were only scoring 9.4 points per game this season. The Cavaliers (3-3) had lost two straight but had one more win this season than they did in all…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northside visits Peach County

The Eagles (2-3) beat Peach County last season, 28-17. The Trojans (4-1) had won two in a row while scoring 39 points per game, while only giving up 21 points per game. They were ranked #4 in AAA.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peach County Trojans welcomed the Northside Eagles to Trojan Stadium on Friday night. The Eagles (2-3) beat Peach County last season, 28-17. The Trojans (4-1) had won two in a row while scoring 39 points per game, while only giving up 21 points per game. They were ranked #4 in AAA. Check out the…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Southwest battles Central

The Chargers (0-5, 0-4) were shut out last season by Southwest, 37-0. The team had only scored a total of 18 points this season. The Patriots (2-3, 2-2) were allowing 36.7 points per game this season.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Central Chargers took on the Southwest Patriots at Ed Defore Sports Complex on Friday night. The Chargers (0-5, 0-4) were shut out last season by Southwest, 37-0.  The team had only scored a total of 18 points this season. The Patriots (2-3, 2-2) were allowing 36.7 points per game this season. Bill Shanks has the…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Veterans travels to Warner Robins

The Warhawks (0-5) had lost 10 straight games and were 0-8 all-time against Warner Robins. The Demons (4-1) had won three straight and were ranked #6 in GHSA Class AAAA.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Demons hosted the Veterans Warhawks in Week 6 of The End Zone. The Warhawks (0-5) had lost 10 straight games and were 0-8 all-time against Warner Robins. The Demons (4-1) had won three straight and were ranked #6 in GHSA Class AAAA. Here are the highlights from McConnell-Talbert Stadium. Categories: End Zone,…

Vice Presidential nominee JD Vance to speak in Macon Thursday

Republican Vice Presidential nominee Senator JD Vance will deliver remarks at the Edgar H. Wilson Convention Center at the Macon Centreplex on Thursday, September 26, according to a news release from the Trump campaign.

MGNMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Republican Vice Presidential nominee Senator JD Vance will deliver remarks at the Edgar H. Wilson Convention Center at the Macon Centreplex on Thursday, September 26, according to a news release from the Trump campaign. Doors will open at 10 a.m. ahead of the start of Vance’s remarks at 1 p.m. Vance is expected to speak about…

Toddlers hospitalized, parents arrested after Macon welfare check

The parents of two small children are in custody, and the children are hospitalized, after the children were found with injuries on Thursday.

Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The parents of two small children are in custody, and the children are hospitalized, after the children were found with injuries on Thursday. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, deputies responded to a home on Del Park off Napier Avenue on Thursday morning to perform a welfare check on…

THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores from Week 6 of high school football

Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from Week 6.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from Week 6. (Catch all the highlights here.) Games featured on The End Zone: Westfield 23 FPD 28 Northside 7 Peach County 50 Veterans 10 Warner Robins 41 Central 6 Southwest 45 Central Fellowship 7 Mount de Sales 31 ACE 0 Northeast 46   Other scores: Bleckley County…

Fresh Food Act of 2024 aims to reduce food insecurity, help farmers across Georgia

Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) says the bill will give tax credits to grocery stores that open in underserved communities.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) was in Macon Friday, to announce the Fresh Food Act of 2024. It’s a new bill geared toward increasing fresh food access across Georgia. If passed, it will give tax credits to grocery stores that open in underserved communities, including in all 120 Georgia counties that are classified as rural by the…

Trainer explains importance of weight lifting while taking weight loss drugs

Personal trainer, Dylan Floyd, says that taking Ozempic or other GLP-1 drugs can lead to rapid weight loss, which can sometimes mean the loss of muscle mass.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Weight loss medications are on the rise and Planet Fitness is stressing the importance of maintaining your physical strength and fitness throughout the process. Personal trainer, Dylan Floyd, says that taking Ozempic or other GLP-1 drugs can lead to rapid weight loss, which can sometimes mean the loss of muscle mass. Floyd says that working out…

Rosa Parks Square renovations underway after years of planning

The park upgrades are expected to be completed by next April.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County leaders officially broke ground on the Rosa Parks Square renovation on Thursday after more than a decade of planning. Activists and elected officials have shared ideas for the future of Rosa Parks Square in downtown Macon. A new luminary wall honoring county contributors is part of the $2.5 million renovation plan….

GDC: Telfair State Prison inmate dies after altercation

Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) Director of Communications Joan Heath says Eric Whitehead, who was serving life with parole for murder out of Richmond County, died on Wednesday.

Whitehead (Georgia Department of Corrections)MCRAE-HELENA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  A Telfair State Prison inmate has died following an altercation with another inmate. Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) Director of Communications Joan Heath says Eric Whitehead, who was serving life with parole for murder out of Richmond County, died on Wednesday. According to Heath, his body will be turned over to the…

Perry Players Community Theatre to perform ‘Driving Miss Daisy’

Director, Hunter Hufnagel, says Alfred Uhry’s timely tale of an unlikely friendship forged in the New South endures today.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Players Community Theatre is performing “Driving Miss Daisy” from September 26 to October 6. Director, Hunter Hufnagel, says Alfred Uhry’s timely tale of an unlikely friendship forged in the New South endures today. “Set in a city experiencing a renaissance, these three characters take us on a twenty-five-year journey through time along the streets…