Five Northeast football players sign letters of intent

Five Raiders signed to play collegiate football Wednesday

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Five Northeast student-athletes signed their letters of intent on National Signing Day to continue to play football at the next level. Santana Balkcom – Fort Valley State Nick Woodford – Morehouse College Zahkie Denson, Zantavious Towles, Micaiah Howard – Clayton State University   Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Bibb County, Local News, Local Sports, Sports Tags:…

Eight Perry Panthers sign on signing day

Eight Panthers signed their letters of intent Wednesday afternoon

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Eight Perry seniors signed on the dotted line Wednesday to continue to play their favorite sports at the next level. Football: Ahmad ‘Goot’ Gordon – Valdosta State Kiel Sparks – Clayton State Jalen Hall & Stephen Gore – Central Georgia Tech JuKorin Thomas – Shorter University   Softball: MacKenzie Crumley – Brewton Parker   Baseball: Johnathon…

Man hospitalized after Thursday night shooting in Fort Valley

A man in his early 30s was shot Thursday night in Fort Valley after an altercation escalated, according to Fort Valley Police Chief DJ Flores.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man in his early 30s was shot Thursday night in Fort Valley after an altercation escalated, according to Fort Valley Police Chief DJ Flores. Officers responded around 7:15 p.m. to Magnolia Terrance in the the 700 block of Green Street after receiving a report of a gunshot wound. Upon arrival, officers learned that two…

Bibb County School District holds town hall on school consolidation plans

The district says input from previous town halls, focus groups and community surveys helped shape the three proposed consolidation scenarios.

FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District hosted a School Consolidation Town Hall on Thursday as part of its ongoing review process to evaluate potential school consolidations. More than 120 stakeholders, including parents, staff members, community and business partners, Board of Education members, political representatives and students, attended the town hall, which provided an opportunity for attendees to…

UPDATE: Arrest made after shots fired near Jim Shaw’s Seafood

Deputies made an arrest just after 7 p.m. after an investigation.

Shamecia Kine (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (2/7/25): Jail records show Shamecia Kine is charged with aggravated assault, hit-and-run and giving false name, address or birth date. UPDATE (9:30 p.m.) –  Deputies made an arrest just after 7 p.m. after an investigation following shots fired near Jim Shaw’s Seafood on Vineville Avenue. According to the sheriff’s office, 36-year-old Shamecia Litreal…

Walmart celebrates first responders with more than 300 game day meal baskets

In just a few days, the Kansas City Chiefs will go head-to-head with the Philadelphia Eagles in the 59th Super Bowl, and Walmart is stepping up making sure our first responders still get to partake in a little game day celebration while on duty.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In just a few days, the Kansas City Chiefs will go head-to-head with the Philadelphia Eagles in the 59th Super Bowl, and Walmart is stepping up making sure our first responders still get to partake in a little game day celebration while on duty. Teams from local Walmarts delivered Football Tailgate Bundles to more than 100…

Experts warn of growing cyber threats at Museum of Aviation event

"It's gonna take the private sector, engineering scientific community, the governmental regulatory body, and citizens participating-making sure this technology works in the favor of man kind and we don't suffer the risk and the burdens of accidents and mistakes, and all sorts of disinformation."

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With new technology, upgraded software, security threats, we all need to know how to prevent a future cyberattack. That’s why the Museum Of Aviation brought in some technology leaders Thursday to teach us all how to stay safe.   In our technology-driven society, even a small breach can lead to major issues for the country….

Bibb County School District to host School Consolidation Town Hall Thursday

The town hall begins at 5:30 p.m., and will be held at the Professional Learning Center, located at 2003 Riverside Drive. 

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Parents, faculty and staff, and other Bibb County residents will have a chance to voice their opinions about school consolidation at Thursday night’s town hall. The district will reveal its current considerations for consolidation, share what factors will go into the final decision, and outline potential next steps. The district will also…

More showers possible Friday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A stalled out cold front will spur on a few showers chances Friday afternoon and evening. This Evening A mostly cloudy day will become a partly to mostly cloudy night across Middle Georgia. A shower or two will be possible through the sunset and into the early parts of tonight. Conditions will stay very warm as…

Macon to host sixth annual Global Trade and Investment Symposium

"We would like to see more foreign direct investment in our region, said Christopher Smith, Macon attorney and Honorary Consul for the Kingdom of Denmark. "We would like to increase Georgia exports as well.” 

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Delegates from around the world will visit Macon Thursday for the sixth annual Global Trade and Investment Symposium. The event is a reception and discussion centered on connections between the state and local economy. Macon attorney Christopher Smith serves as the Honorary Consul for the Kingdom of Denmark. Smith says leaders will share…

Judge tosses last charge against ex-prosecutor accused of misconduct in Ahmaud Arbery case

Jackie Johnson, accused of protecting the men who killed Ahmaud Arbery, has charges dropped as judge rules indictment was flawed.

Jackie Johnson testifies in her own behalf in her trial on the single remaining charge of violating her oath of office, Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, in Brunswick, Ga. (Terry Dickson/The Brunswick News via AP, Pool)BRUNSWICK, Ga. (AP) — A judge Wednesday ended the trial of former Georgia prosecutor accused of using her influence to protect the men who chased and…

Valentine’s Outside Pop-Up Shop this weekend

The address of the Valentine's Outside Pop-Up Shop is 1440 Watson Boulevard, Warner Robins.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – BCAD presents:  Valentine’s Outside Pop-Up Shop is back another year. Shoppers, on Saturday, can stopped by 35 to 40 vendors and buy an early Valentine’s Day gift for their special person. Special guest, Houston County Cowboy will perform at noon, and there will also be a Bounce House for the kiddos. The address of the…

Muggy pattern continues

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A stalled system has brought isolated showers to Middle Georgia overnight. Fog and showers have moved out of the area. Expect mixed clouds and sunshine to return along with muggy conditions. Unseasonably warm conditions will carry over into the weekend along with increased chances for precipitation. This pattern will remain into next week. By mid-week a stronger…

Georgia authorities arrest mother accused of killing son in Michigan

Brandee Pierce faces murder charges after fleeing Detroit with 3-year-old son

Georgia authorities arrested Brandee Pierce, a Michigan mother accused of murdering her 9-year-old son, after she fled to Georgia with her 3-year-old. (Photo: CNN/WXYZ-TV)BROOKHAVEN, Georgia (CNN/WXYZ)– A Michigan woman wanted for the murder of her 9-year-old son was arrested in Georgia, months after allegedly killing the child and fleeing the state. 41-year-old Brandee Pierce was taken into custody in Brookhaven,…

ACE’s Waylon Allen signs with Mars Hill University after standout season

The Hawaii native led Georgia in sacks before committing to Mars Hill football

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Waylon Allen, a senior at the Academy for Classical Education (ACE) in Macon, has officially signed with Mars Hill University in North Carolina to continue his football career. Allen’s journey to this moment has been unique—his family moved to Macon from Hawaii, but despite the transition, he quickly became a key player for the ACE football…

Three Westside High seniors sign college football letters of intent

Bibb County athletes commit to Alabama A&M, Elizabeth City State, and Columbus State

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – National Signing Day was a special occasion at Westside High School in Bibb County, where three senior football players made their college commitments official. Surrounded by family, friends, and teammates, the athletes celebrated their next steps in their football careers. Kadiphius Iverson signed with Alabama A&M University as a running back. Courtavious Colemond committed to Elizabeth City…

Warner Robins celebrates National Signing Day with talented football players

Six Demon athletes sign letters of intent to play college football

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It was an exciting day across Middle Georgia, and at high schools nationwide, as National Signing Day kicked off. Student-athletes signed letters of intent to play at the next level, marking a major milestone in their athletic careers. At Warner Robins High School, known as Demon Country, the gymnasium was filled with excitement as six…

Houston County NAACP demands accountability after viral Warner Robins traffic stop

Georgia State Patrol dismissed ticket, but local NAACP calls for further action

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County NAACP is calling for accountability following a viral traffic stop that sparked controversy last week. The Georgia Department of Public Safety dismissed a ticket issued by a Georgia State Patrol trooper, who wrongly cited Lawrence Dixon for holding his phone while driving. Although the ticket was thrown out, Houston County NAACP President Johnathan…

Macon restaurant adds temporary 50-cent egg surcharge due to rising costs

Popular breakfast spot makes first price change in two years as egg costs soar

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Popular breakfast spot Macon Bagels announced on social media that it will be adding a temporary 50-cent surcharge to eggs due to rising costs. This marks the first price adjustment in two years for the locally owned business. Owner Lauren Bone explained that while the restaurant typically tries to absorb cost increases, the price of eggs…

‘My husband was not born to die that way’: Candlelight vigil held in memory of Sammy Jackson

Bibb County School District Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims opened the vigil, calling on those in attendance to hug one another in Jackson’s memory.

Sammy Jackson (Family)BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Family, friends and former players gathered Wednesday night at Harvest Church in Byron to honor the life of Sammy Jackson, a longtime college basketball coach who was working as an assistant coach at Bibb County’s Howard Middle School when he was killed last month while working his second job as an Uber driver. Jackson’s…

World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday in Lizella

Friends, family and community members gathered Wednesday morning to celebrate a remarkable milestone—World War II Veteran Al Pallas' 100th birthday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Friends, family and community members gathered Wednesday morning to celebrate a remarkable milestone—World War II Veteran Al Pallas’ 100th birthday. The celebration began with an escort from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and Macon-Bibb County Fire Department, leading American Legion Riders to Pallas’ home in Lizella. Sirens blared and horns honked, electrifying the neighborhood as the…

Peach County Trojans sign with Iowa Western, FVSU

"They have given me a lot throughout this whole process," DJ Hudson said. "Through me transferring here my junior year, them welcoming me with open arms, and I just really want to give back." 

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Peach County Trojans made their college commitments official on National Signing Day on Wednesday. Offensive lineman Jordyn Millerhorne says committing to Iowa Western Community College will advance his on-field skills.  “They have such a strong winning tradition,” he said. “I feel like I can go there and be very successful with the great coaching…

Bibb County School District votes to opt out of H.B. 581

The Bibb County Board of Education voted 8-0 Wednesday in favor of opting out of House Bill 581, allowing the district to maintain control of property tax rates in the county moving forward.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Board of Education voted 8-0 Wednesday in favor of opting out of House Bill 581, allowing the district to maintain control of property tax rates in the county moving forward. H.B. 581 was approved in November’s election, gaining the support of 63% of Georgia voters. The bill, also known as…

Three Southwest players sign to Clayton State University

"They meant the world to us, they were leaders and role models to the community. They were just great kids overall," said Joseph Dupree, Southwest’s head football coach.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three Southwest players signed on National Signing Day on Wednesday. Wide receiver and cornerback, Jamarea Watkins; defensive end and tackle, Marquis Hutchings; and defensive end and tight end, Kyle Jefferson, are all going to Clayton State University. We spoke with Southwest’s head football coach Joseph Dupree about the students’ time at the school….