Ace Advances To Final Four…again
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ACE Advances to the Final Four…Again

The 18-3 ACE Lady Gryphons defeated East Laurens in the Quarterfinal round of the GHSA Girls Soccer Class A D-1 State Championships
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Monday at Perkins Field, the Academy of Classical Education Lady Gryphons defeated region opponent, the East Laurens Lady Falcons, 4-0 in the GHSA Quarterfinals. Improving to 18-3 overall on the season, the Lady Gryphons have punched their ticket to the Final Four for consecutive seasons to host a GHSA Semifinal matchup for the first…

Frank Johnson Recreation Center Splost
Bibb County, Featured, Georgia News, Local News

Major renovations begin at Frank Johnson Recreation Center in Macon

The $2 million SPLOST-funded project will add new pools, playgrounds, a remodeled baseball field and more, with reopening set for September.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Big changes are coming to the Frank Johnson Recreation Center as a major renovation project kicks off, bringing new pools, playgrounds and much more for the community. Thanks to $2 million in SPLOST funding, supervisor of the recreation center Clarence Thomas says residents will soon enjoy advanced amenities and improved access. “We’re very, very grateful that…

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Featured, Health, Local News, Monroe County

UGA Extension launches diabetes program in Forsyth

“We’ve run across a lot of people that, you know, obviously have a day-to-day battle with it."
Fiona King,

(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Many individuals and families are affected by diabetes, whether personally or through someone they know. In an effort to provide support and resources, Living Word Community Church in Forsyth is opening its doors to the University of Georgia (UGA) Extension to launch a four-month diabetes program aimed at helping the community. The…

Crimestoppers Looking For Crawford County Man Wanted For Trafficking Meth, Obstruction Of Law Enforcement Officer
41 Today, Bibb County, Featured, Georgia News, Jones County, Local News, Twiggs County, WMGT

Crimestoppers looking for Crawford County man wanted for trafficking meth, obstruction of law enforcement officer

Today's word of the day: Simplicity
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sgt. Greg Thomas of Macon Regional Crimestoppers appeared on 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and share the organization’s word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media outlets, police departments and law enforcement agencies across eight Middle Georgia counties to offer anonymous rewards for tips that lead to arrests. The following individuals are currently wanted: Malik…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

More sunshine expected Tuesday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Tonight A mostly sunny day will become a relatively clear night as just a few scattered clouds hang around. It will be another cooler night following the cold front passage Saturday night. Lows will drop into the upper 40s and lower 50s ahead of Tuesday morning. Wind will be light out of the north-northeast. Tomorrow Tuesday…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Barberitos celebrates Cinco de Mayo

While it's a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, it's widely celebrated in the United States as a way to honor Mexican culture and heritage.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –It’s Cinco de Mayo, and restaurants and bars across Middle Georgia are celebrating by serving Mexican food, tequila and margaritas. Barberitos, located at 652 New St. in Macon, is giving away free queso on Cinco de Mayo. Assistant Manager Tnessa said the restaurant is embracing the holiday. “Everyone’s culture should be celebrated, and right now, it’s the…
Entertainment

Hollywood Minute: Jeremy Renner speaks out on turning down ‘Hawkeye’ season two, plus a new NOVA special hits PBS

Actor Jeremy Renner is opening up about his decision not to return for a second season of the Disney+ series Hawkeye.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Actor Jeremy Renner is opening up about his decision not to return for a second season of the Disney+ series Hawkeye. In a recent appearance on the High Performance podcast, Renner said he was offered only half of his original salary for the follow-up season. “I’m like, I’m sorry, why? Did you think I’m only half the Jeremy because…
Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Self-checkout changes, air traffic control overhaul

Target is placing new limits on its self-checkout lanes, restricting them to customers with 10 items or fewer.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Target is placing new limits on its self-checkout lanes, restricting them to customers with 10 items or fewer. While the company denies the move is related to theft, a spokesperson told Fox News Digital that the change has been in the works for over a year and is based on internal testing that showed increased customer satisfaction. However, some…
Across the Nation, Featured

Trump defends economic and immigration policies in one-on-one interview

President Donald Trump is standing by his economic policies and pushing forward on immigration, despite criticism and concerns over their impact.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- President Donald Trump is standing by his economic policies and pushing forward on immigration, despite criticism and concerns over their impact. In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker, the president was optimistic about the direction of the economy—starting with his stance on tariffs. “The tariffs are going to make us rich,” Trump said. “We’re going…
Across the Nation, Featured

Federal student loan collections resume after five-year pause

After a five-year pause prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government has resumed collection efforts on defaulted student loans as of today.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- After a five-year pause prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government has resumed collection efforts on defaulted student loans as of today. Defaulting on a student loan typically means a borrower has missed payments for 270 days or more. According to the U.S. Department of Education, more than five million borrowers are currently in default, with another four…

Mercer Lady Bears Will Compete For The Conference Title After Defeating Wofford
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Mercer Women’s Lacrosse Advances to Big South Championship

The 11-7 Mercer Lady Bears defeated the Wofford Lady Terriers 15-9 in the Big South Conference Semifinal Round
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Anderson Field at Five Star Stadium Friday afternoon, the number one seed in the Big South Conference, the Mercer Lady Bears Women’s Lacrosse team, defeated the Wofford Lady Terriers 15-9 in the semifinal round of the conference tournament. Mercer will host the Conference Championship game at Five Star Stadium against High Point on Sunday…

Mary Persons Advances To Class 3 Aaa Elite Eight After Winning Second Round Matchup Against West Hall
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Mary Persons Wins Another Thriller in Overtime to Advance to the Elite Eight

The 16-4 Mary Persons Bulldogs Boys Soccer Team defeated West Hall 4-3 in OT in the second round of the GHSA AAA State Championships
Justin Dierkes,

FORSYTH, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Friday night behind Monroe County Middle School, the Mary Persons Bulldogs Boys Soccer team defeated the West Hall Spartans 4-3 in overtime to advance to the GHSA AAA Quarterfinals. After being down 2-0, Mary Persons grabbed a goal with just 1:11 left in the half to cut the deficit to 2-1 at halftime. In…

Ace Falls Short Against Fannin County, Ending Their Season In The Sweet 16 Of Ghsa Class A D 1 Boys Soccer Playoffs
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ACE Gryphons Fall in GHSA Sweet Sixteen to End their Season

The 12-7 ACE Gryphons Boys' Soccer team was defeated by Fannin County at Perkins Field in the second round of the GHSA A D-1 State Championships
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Friday night on Perkins Field at Gryphon Stadium, the Academy of Classical Education Gryphons Boys’ Soccer team lost to the Fannin County Rebels 3-2 in the second round of the GHSA Class A Division-One State Championships to end their season. After falling behind 3-0, the Gryphons scored two goals back-to-back within two minutes of…

Monroe County Schools Grow Student Gardens, Partner With Local Farms For Fresh Meals
Education, Featured, Georgia News, Monroe County

Monroe County schools grow student gardens, partner with local farms for fresh meals

Director of School Nutrition Danny Durham Jr. said students are taking an active role in growing the fruits and vegetables served in their school cafeterias.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

FORSYTH, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County School District is expanding its student nutrition program through hands-on gardening and local produce partnerships. Director of School Nutrition Danny Durham Jr. said students are taking an active role in growing the fruits and vegetables served in their school cafeterias. “Last year, we participated in a grant that provided funding for us…

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Bibb County, Featured

Physicians, state representatives tour Fine Fettle medical cannabis facility in Macon

Fine Fettle is one of just three licensed medical cannabis operators in the state. Two bills stalled in the 2025 legislative session that would have renamed low THC oil to medical cannabis and expanded the list of qualifying conditions for a medical cannabis registration card.
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – On Friday, Judson Hill, the Georgia Market President of Fine Fettle, called on state legislators to expand medical cannabis access to those in need. Fine Fettle is one of just three licensed medical cannabis operators in the state. House Bill 227 stalled in the 2025 legislative session. The bill would have renamed low…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Cold front to bring storms this weekend

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold front will bring scattered storms for the first half of the weekend and cooler conditions to start next week. This Evening A mostly cloudy afternoon will become a mostly cloudy night. A couple of storms will be possible in the northern parts of Middle Georgia but most of the region will stay dry…

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Crime, Featured, Local News, Peach County, WMGT

UPDATE: Man convicted on murder charges in Fort Valley shooting that killed 1-year-old

A Peach County jury found Christopher Miller guilty of murder and other charges for the 2022 shooting that killed 1-year-old Marcus Ball Jr. and injured his sister.
41NBC Web Producer,

Christopher Alexander Miller (Photo: Peach County Sheriff’s Office)  UPDATE (5/2/25): A Peach County jury has convicted Christopher Alexander Miller on all charges related to a 2022 shooting that killed 23-month-old Marcus Ball Jr. and injured his 12-month-old sister, according to a news release from Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney Anita Howard’s Office. The conviction was announced Friday. Jurors deliberated for…

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UPDATE: Suspect in custody for Myrtle Street hit-and-run case in Warner Robins

Anyone with with information can call Sgt. Christopher Davis at 478-302-5378 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers.
Tucker Sargent, Monica Diaz-Meek,

Photos: Warner Robins Police DepartmentUPDATE (5/2/2025): The Warner Robins Police Department have located the vehicle and have a suspect in custody for the hit-and-run case that happened on April 29. According to the news release, this is still an ongoing investigation. Anyone with with information can call Sgt. Christopher Davis at 478-302-5378 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers. UPDATE (5/1/25 – 5…

Mary Persons Sweeps Upson Lee To Advance To The Elite Eight
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Mary Persons Sweeps Upson-Lee to Advance to the Elite Eight

The 19-14 Mary Persons Bulldogs Baseball Team Defeated the Upson-Lee Knights in the second round of the GHSA AAA State Baseball Championships
Justin Dierkes,

FORSYTH, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Thursday, the Mary Persons Bulldogs swept the Upson-Lee Knights at home in the second round of the GHSA Class AAA State Baseball Championships with a 13-2 win in Game one and a 14-1 win in game two, to advance to the Elite Eight. The Bulldogs will head to Fort Valley Wednesday to take on…

Ace Lady Gryphons Advance To The Elite Eight
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ACE Lady Gryphons Advance to the Elite Eight

The 18-3 ACE Lady Gryphons defeated Fitzgerald in the second round of the GHSA Girls Soccer Class A D-1 State Championships
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Thursday at Perkins Field, the Academy of Classical Education defeated the Fitzgerald Lady Purple Hurricanes 5-0 in their GHSA Class A Division-One Second Round matchup. The Lady Gryphons will stay home to host their region opponent, the East Laurens Lady Falcons, on Monday night for a shot at the final four. ACE went undefeated…

Tattnall Square Trojans Hire Christian Palmer To Become New Head Basketball Coach
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Tattnall Square Academy Names Christian Palmer New Head Basketball Coach

Coach Palmer comes from Piedmont Academy where held position as the Head Basketball coach, assisstant football coach, and Head Golf Coach
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Tattnall Square Academy announced Thursday the hiring of Christian Palmer as its new head boys basketball coach. Palmer, a Stratford Academy alumnus, was a standout three-sport athlete in football, basketball, and track with the Eagles. He graduated from Georgia College & State University in 2024 and began building his coaching résumé at Brentwood School, where…

More Ghsa Baseball Playoff Scores
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GHSA Baseball State Championships Second Round Scores

Here are scores from the second round of the GHSA State Baseball Championships Thursday
Justin Dierkes,

MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – Here is a list of scores from the second round of the GHSA State Baseball Championships Thursday: Mary Persons swept Upson-Lee 13-2 in game one and 14-1 in game two, to advance to the Elite Eight. Peach County swept Bainbridge 11-1 in game one and 13-2 in game two, to advance to the Elite Eight….

Ghsa Girls Soccer Second Round State Championship Scores
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GHSA Girls Soccer Second Round State Championship Scores

Here are scores from the second round of the GHSA Girls Soccer State Tournament Thursday
Justin Dierkes,

MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are the scores from the Second Round of GHSA Girls Soccer State Championships on Thursday: ACE 5, Fitzgerald 0 East Laurens 4, Armuchee 0 – The Lady Gryphons and Lady Falcons will face off at Perkins Filed on Monday in the GHSA A D-1 Quaterfinals. ACE went undefeated in the region, including defeating East…

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Featured, Hancock County, Local News

Undercover operation finds Sparta stores selling alcohol to minors

Sparta Police and the Georgia Department of Revenue cited four businesses for selling alcohol to minors during a compliance check operation Thursday.
Tucker Sargent,

Taneja Mukesh and Manoj Kapoor (Photos: Sparta Police Department)SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Four Sparta businesses were cited for selling alcohol to minors during an undercover operation conducted Thursday, according to a news release from the Sparta Police Department. According to the release, the Georgia Department of Revenue carried out compliance checks at convenience and liquor stores within the city limits…