THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: FPD welcomes Brookstone

The Cougars (1-2) lost to Tattnall in Week One and lost to FPD last season, 46-28. The Vikings (2-1) lost to Pacelli last week, snapping FPD's 7-game winning streak dating back to last year.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The FPD Vikings hosted the Brookstone Cougars in Week 4 of The End Zone. The Cougars (1-2) lost to Tattnall in Week One and lost to FPD in the regular season (46-28) and state championship game (44-24) in 2023. The Vikings (3-1) lost to Pacelli last week, snapping FPD’s 7-game winning streak dating back to last…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Warner Robins visits Houston County

The Demons (3-1) had lost the last two games against Houston County, including a 41-7 loss in 2023. The Bears (3-0) had scored 44 points per game this season and were ranked #9 in Class 5A.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Demons battled the Houston County Bears at Freedom Field on Friday night. The Demons (3-1) had lost the last two games against Houston County, including a 41-7 loss in 2023. The Bears (3-1) had scored 44 points per game this season and were ranked #9 in Class 5A. Bill Shanks has the…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Tattnall hosts Calvary Christian

The Trojans (3-1) had won two straight after dropping their season opener. The Knights (0-3) lost to Mount de Sales last week, 7-6. The team was averaging just three points per game.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Tattnall Square Trojans welcomed the Calvary Christian Knights on Friday night. The Trojans (3-1) had won two straight after dropping their season opener. The Knights (0-4) lost to Mount de Sales last week, 7-6.  The team was averaging just three points per game. Check out the highlights from Jack Baynes Field.   Categories: End Zone,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Rutland welcomes Lamar County

The Trojans (3-0) beat Jackson last week and were ranked fourth in Class A. The Hurricanes (0-3) lost to Howard last week and were only averaging eight points per game.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —  The Rutland Hurricanes hosted the Lamar County Trojans at Ed Defore Sports Complex on Friday night. The Trojans (3-0) beat Jackson last week and were ranked fourth in Class A. The Hurricanes (0-4) lost to Howard last week and were only averaging eight points per game. Here are the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Wilkinson County travels to Stratford

The Warriors (2-2) lost to Jasper County last week and came into this one averaging 23.3 points per game this season. The Eagles (3-0) beat Pinewood Christian 48-7 last week and were averaging 43.7 points per game.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Stratford Eagles welcomed the Wilkinson County Warriors to Eagle Field on Friday night. The Warriors (2-2) lost to Jasper County last week and came into this one averaging 23.3 points per game this season. The Eagles (4-0) beat Pinewood Christian 48-7 last week and were averaging 43.7 points per game. Here’s Tucker Sargent with the…

King of Soul Festival honoring Otis Redding gets underway

Weekend events kick-off with Evening of Respect

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Third Annual King of Soul Festival kicks off tonight in Macon, paying tribute to the legendary Otis Redding. The festivities will commence at the Macon City Auditorium with the much-anticipated event, “An Evening of Respect.” Fans and attendees can expect a night filled with music, memories, and fun as the community gathers to celebrate the enduring…

THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores from Week 4 of high school football

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from Week 4.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from Week 4. (Catch all the highlights here.) Games featured on The End Zone: Dodge County 33 ACE 28 Warner Robins 54 Houston County 44 Lamar County 62 Rutland 7 Brookstone 3 FPD 6 Calvary Christian 6 Tattnall 41 Wilkinson County 12 Stratford 28   Other scores: Fayette…

Pilot Club of Jones County to host Touch-A-Truck

Tickets are $5 and food will be available to purchase. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Pilot Club of Jones County is hosting Touch-A-Truck to raise funds for brain awareness. Pilot Club member, Beth Coon,  says the event is September 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jones County Sheriff’s Office. There will be all kinds of equipment, emergency vehicles, tractor trucks, concrete trucks and more for attendees to…

Middle Georgia Regional Library encouraging residents to sign up for library card

Marketing Coordinator at the Middle Georgia Regional Library, Andrew Willis, says nearly 50% of residents have a library card and they are hoping to increase that number.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Middle Georgia Regional Library is encouraging the community to sign up for a library card during the month of September. Marketing Coordinator at the Middle Georgia Regional Library, Andrew Willis, says nearly 50% of residents have a library card and they are hoping to increase that number. Willis says that the library offers more than…

East Laurens shuts out Central 49-0 for first region win of the season

Former Chargers head coach and new East Laurens head coach Jesse Hicks took the Falcons (2-2) to Ed Defore to win their first region game of the year over Central (0-4) by a final score of 49-0.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The East Laurens Falcons (2-2), led by Head Coach Jesse Hicks, former Central Head Coach, shut out Central (0-4) 49-0 at Ed Defore Sports Complex Thursday night to pick up their first region win of the season. East Laurens will face Dodge County (2-0) on September 20, while Central will battle Southwest (1-3) in two Region…

Northeast Raiders roll over Jefferson County 47-0

The Northeast Raiders (3-1) shut out region opponent Jefferson County (0-4) 47-0 Thursday night at Thompson Stadium.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northeast Raiders (3-1) beat the Jefferson County Warriors (0-4) at Thompson Stadium Thursday night, 47-0. Senior runningback Nick Woodford had multiple touchdowns in the first half and junior wide receiver Keandre Jackson had two touchdown catches in the first half as well. Northeast takes on region opponent ACE (2-0) on September 20. Categories: Local Sports,…

Bibb County School District Superintendent expresses concern over unexcused absences, aims to prevent chronic absenteeism

Dr. Sims says his concern is that this trend continues and leads to chronic absenteeism. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County School District Superintendent, Dr Dan Sims, is expressing concern over unexcused absences during the month of August. Dr. Sims says his concern is that this trend continues and leads to chronic absenteeism. Sims shared a post on Facebook that gained community attention and concern. Sims says that the school district has seen a continued…

Goodwill offers tips for upcoming career and job expo, showcases budget-friendly interview outfits

Goodwill will be hosting 'Get Ready to Get Hired Workshops' where attendees will cover topics such as making a great first impression, resume writing, and more.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Goodwill is set to host the Fall 2024 Career and Resource Expo. The event is September 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The career and resource expo will be at the Anderson Conference Center, located at 5171 Eisenhower Pkwy Suite D. Senior Director of Career Services, Carlye Thompson, says she encourages attendees to utilize their…

Plenty of rain expected Friday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A gulf low pressure system will bring plenty of rain to Middle Georgia to end the week. This Evening   More cloud cover will continue to move in this evening, turning a partly cloudy day into an overcast night. Spotty showers will also remain possible throughout the evening. The overall odds for showers will increase a…

Two men arrested after 9-year-old shot while sleeping, charged with aggravated assault

Deputies were patrolling the area of 1105 Edward St in Fort Valley around 1:30 a.m. when they heard gunshots in the area on July 12.

UPDATE (9/5) : Two men have been arrested for a shooting that took place on July 12, where a 9-year-old victim was shot, according to Fort Valley Police Department Chief of Police DJ Flores. 19-year-old Jackson Gore was located in Bartow County by the United States Marshal Service and arrested. 25-year-old Deshard Postell was already in custody for an unrelated…

UPDATE: Middle Georgia Family Rehab owner sentenced after pleading guilty to conspiracy to obstruct justice

Brenda Hicks, the owner of Middle Georgia Family Rehab, has been sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison to be followed by three years of supervised release.

UPDATE (9/5/24): Brenda Hicks, the owner of Middle Georgia Family Rehab, has been sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison to be followed by three years of supervised release. According to a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia, Hicks was also ordered to pay $191,645.20 in restitution to TRICARE, Medicare, Blue…

4 teenagers arrested after police chase in stolen vehicle in Peach County

According to Sheriff Deese, PCSO pitted the vehicle before it could get back into the city. The occupants in the vehicle ran from after it came to a stop in the ditch.

PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Four teenagers were arrested on Tuesday in Peach County after leading police on a chase in a stolen vehicle, according to Sheriff Deese. A Peach County Deputy attempted to stop a stolen vehicle around 4:14 p.m. on September 3. The stolen vehicle was reported out of Houston County on Hwy 49 at the 49 Bypass. Sheriff…

Free Bikes for Kids Program in Middle Georgia giving away free bikes

If you'd like for your child to get one of these bicycles, all you have to do is fill out a form at the website, fb4midga.org.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Free Bikes for Kids Program in Middle Georgia is collecting and giving away free bikes to children in need. So far, they’ve collected about 1,500 bikes, just 500 shy of their end of the year goal. The director for The Free Bikes for Kids in Middle Georgia, Charise Stephens-Merriweather, says the program is part of…

Fairview Park Hospital in Dublin begins ICU expansion project

Fairview Park Hospital's ICU expansion expected to increase capacity, reduce wait times, and improve patient outcomes in Middle Georgia.

PHOTO CREDIT: Fairview Park HospitalDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Fairview Park Hospital in Dublin has started a yearlong ICU expansion project, which is anticipated to be completed by Spring 2025. The goal of the project is to enhance healthcare services in the region. According to a news release from Fairview Park Hospital, the hospital’s parent company, HCA, has invested in a 50%…

Dodge County hopes to slay the ACE Gryphons in region battle

The 2-0 Dodge County Indians gear up for a region battle with the 2-0 ACE Gryphons Friday night in Macon.

EASTMAN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The End Zone Game of the Week for Week Four of the high school football season features the Dodge County Indians taking on Region 2-A Division I opponent ACE. This red hot Indians squad is coming off a 19-16 victory over rival Bleckley County in the Game of the Week from Week Two, as well…

City of Warner Robins appoints City Administrator

"We are thrilled to bring James Drinkard on board as part of our administration," Mayor LaRhonda Patrick said.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In a historic move, the City of Warner Robins, the Mayor and City Council have unanimously approved the appointment of the city’s first-ever full-time City Administrator. According to a news release from the city, James Drinkard, a Houston County native, will officially begin his role on October 28. “We are thrilled to bring James Drinkard…

Macon Touchdown Club Players of the Week: Week Three

The Macon Touchdown Club has announced its three players of the week for Week Three of the high school football season.

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Touchdown Club has announced its three players of the week for Week Three of the high school football season. Back of the Week: Westside junior quarterback James Neville – 11/23 passing completions for 319 total yards and 5 touchdowns in his team’s 56-31 loss to Westover. Lineman of the Week: Mount De Sales…

High school football schedule changes: Games moved to Thursday

Some Middle Georgia High School football games have been rescheduled to Thursday night due to the chance of inclement weather on Friday

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Some Middle Georgia High School football games have been moved to Thursday night to avoid any weather interruptions Friday night. East Laurens and Central will play Thursday at 7 p.m. at Ed Defore Sports Complex in Macon. Jefferson County will play Northeast Thursday at 7 p.m. at Thompson Stadium in Macon. Bleckley County will now…

Macon-Bibb Board of Elections prepares for National Voter Registration Day

The nonpartisan holiday is September 17 and aims to register voters in time ahead of the upcoming election. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Board of Elections is preparing for National Voter Registration Day. The nonpartisan holiday is September 17 and aims to register voters in time ahead of the upcoming election. Macon-Bibb Board of Elections Supervisor, Tom Gillon, says he wants to register as many voters as possible. Gillon says the 2020 election brought in a major…