Featured, Georgia News, Laurens County, Local News, WMGT

3 arrested in Laurens County for smuggling drugs, gun to local prison

The three individuals were speeding while attempting to transport contraband.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three people were arrested after attempting to transport contraband to a local prison, according to the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office. According to a news release, the incident happened on February 8. The three individuals were speeding while attempting to transport contraband. The Georgia Department of Public Safety, Laurens County K-9 Unit, and Georgia Department of Corrections…

Annual Heritage Day

Fort Valley State University Cooperative Extension hosts it annual Heritage Day at Flint River Farms Community Park.
Denise Turner,

FORT VALLEY, GA (41NBC/WMGT) – Fort Valley State University Cooperative Extension is hosting it annual Heritage Day at Flint River Farms Community Park. During the event attendees will learn how African-Americans lived, cooked and ate before modern conveniences like grocery stores were invented. Guests will also learn how to make preserves and the proper way of cooking of Pork Skins….

Eagles’ Super Bowl Win And The Stock Market: What History Suggests
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MORNING BUSINESS REPORT: What the Eagles’ Super Bowl win means for the stock market and the latest on CFPB remote work

Market trends, financial regulations, and economic shifts following the Eagles’ Super Bowl victory and CFPB headquarters closure
41NBC Web Producer,

NEW YORK (LILAMAX)- As history has shown, Philadelphia sports victories and stock market turbulence seem to go hand in hand. While some analysts dismiss it as mere coincidence, past market downturns following the Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl wins suggest otherwise. Chief Market Strategist Ryan Detrick highlighted a historical pattern: the 1929 stock market crash coincided with the Philadelphia Athletics’ World…
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Bibb County Sheriff’s Office looking for suspect connected to armed robbery in Macon on Sunday

The armed robbery took place just before 7 a.m. on February 9 at 2590 Rocky Creek Road.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a suspect connected to an armed robbery that took place on Sunday at USA Grocery in Macon, according to a news release. The armed robbery took place just before 7 a.m. on February 9 at 2590 Rocky Creek Road. According to the news release, the suspect entered the…

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A showery pattern ahead brings humid temperatures

Karen Williams,

MACON, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT)- A stalled out system could bring a few more showers to Middle Georgia this evening and early Tuesday morning. Conditions remain warm and humid with high temperatures in the mid to upper 60s to low 70s. A front has become stationary over the region. Another weak wave is expected to move east along the stalled boundary drawing…

Big Brothers Big Sisters Calls For Mentors To Help Shape Middle Georgia’s Youth
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Big Brothers Big Sisters calls for mentors to help shape Middle Georgia’s youth

"Our kids honestly make better grades. They start going to school, because they change their attitudes about going to school and why it's important for their futures."
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Studies have shown that mentoring is a societal solution with real, tangible impact on the economic successes of young people and communities like Middle Georgia. President & CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia, Betsy Fitzgerald, says every child deserves to have a caring adult in their immediate circle. “It’s one of…

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Education, Featured, Houston County, Local News

Third graders thrive at Market Day event in Warner Robins

Young entrepreneurs packed the conference center inside the Health Pavilion in Warner Robins on Friday.
Fiona King,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Young entrepreneurs packed the conference center inside the Health Pavilion in Warner Robins on Friday. More than 2,000 third graders from the Houston County School District participated in Market Day, where the young entrepreneurs showcased their creativity, selling and buying a variety of handmade products. The items included colorful bracelets, bookmarks and pet rocks. For…

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Miller Fine Arts Magnet Middle School holds Career Fair

“It's all about graduating and graduating, with knowledge, not just getting a piece of paper, but having knowledge,” said Verda Colvin, Associate Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court.
Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It’s National Counselors Week, and Miller Fine Arts Magnet Middle School held a Career Fair on Friday. Many different businesses were in attendance, with people sharing their experience with students from music all the way to law. “Talking to kids as they come around to see all the possibilities for their future in…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Warm and muggy weekend ahead

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures and humidity will remain well above average for early February this weekend. This Evening It is First Friday in Middle Georgia and the weather is overall pleasant save for excess cloud cover. Temperatures will remain in the 60s through the late evening, and some spots may not drop below 60 degrees at all tonight. Most…
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Sheriff: Two arrested in Bleckley County following K-9 alert

Bleckley County deputies arrested two people on drug charges Thursday after a traffic stop led to the discovery of suspected methamphetamine, according to Bleckley County Sheriff Daniel Cape.
Tucker Sargent,

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bleckley County deputies arrested two people on drug charges Thursday after a traffic stop led to the discovery of suspected methamphetamine, according to Bleckley County Sheriff Daniel Cape. Deputies stopped a vehicle in Cochran that was suspected of involvement in drug distribution. The occupants, identified as 53-year-old Christopher Lynn Hollingsworth of Jeffersonville and 58-year-old Stephen Owen…

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Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrests two in separate drug busts

Two people were arrested this week after the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office executed multiple search warrants in connection to illegal drug activity, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office.
Tucker Sargent,

Shannon and Leach (Photos: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people were arrested this week after the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office executed multiple search warrants in connection to illegal drug activity, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office. Investigators searched a home on Strickland Loop, where they reported finding methamphetamine and heroin. Deputies arrested Jennifer…

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Johnson County Sheriff’s Office arrests two in drug and firearm investigation

A Johnson County man accused of conducting illegal prison drops has been arrested, along with his girlfriend, after law enforcement reported finding 1.5 pounds of suspected methamphetamine, a stolen firearm and a large drone at his home, according to Johnson County Sheriff Greg Rowland.
Tucker Sargent,

Garnto and Hillis (Photos: Johnson County Sheriff’s Office)ADRIAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Johnson County man accused of conducting illegal prison drops has been arrested, along with his girlfriend, after law enforcement reported finding 1.5 pounds of suspected methamphetamine, a stolen firearm and a large drone at his home, according to Johnson County Sheriff Greg Rowland. On Wednesday, February 5, the…
Featured, Jones County, Local News, Sports

Gray Police investigating possible misuse of Jones County Touchdown Club funds

Gray Police confirmed to 41NBC that the investigation is ongoing but declined to provide additional details.
Tucker Sargent,

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Gray Police are investigating the “possible misappropriation of funds related to the Jones County High School Touchdown Club,” according to an incident report obtained Thursday by 41NBC, which was requested through an open records request on Wednesday. The report states that Jones County Schools Superintendent Charles Lundy met with Gray Police on Monday, February 3 regarding…

Morning Business Report: Amazon Surpasses Walmart In Revenue, Starbucks Limits Mobile Orders
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MORNING BUSINESS REPORT: Amazon surpasses Walmart in revenue for the first time

Amazon reports $187 billion in quarterly revenue, overtaking Walmart’s projected $180 billion for Q4
41NBC Web Producer,

NEW YORK (LILAMAX)– Amazon has officially overtaken Walmart in quarterly revenue for the first time, marking a major milestone in the retail industry. The e-commerce giant reported $187 billion in revenue for its most recent quarter, while Walmart is expected to announce $180 billion in revenue when it reports earnings on February 20. Despite Amazon’s quarterly edge, Walmart still leads…

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Federal judge halts White House plan to cut federal workforce

A judge temporarily blocks federal job cuts as unions fight back, with Democrats warning of risks for employees
41NBC Web Producer,

Federal workforce cuts: Judge blocks White House plan amid union lawsuits(NBC NEWS)- A federal judge has temporarily halted the White House’s effort to shrink the federal workforce, delaying planned job cuts until at least a Monday hearing. The ruling follows lawsuits filed by federal employee unions challenging the legality of the buyout program aimed at reducing government jobs. The Trump…

Gmc Signs Two Prep Signees Earlier Today
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Two GMC Prep Bulldogs sign on National Signing Day

Georgia Military College Prep had two signees on Wednesday
Justin Dierkes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two senior GMC Bulldogs signed their letters of intent on Wednesday to play their respective sport at the next level. Hannah Garner signed her letter of intent to play softball with Chattanooga State University. Lily Mullis will stay close to home as she signed on to play soccer with Georgia Military College. Categories: Across Georgia Sports,…

Three Jones County Grayhounds Signs Their Letters Of Intent On Wednesday Afternoon
Jones County, Local News, Local Sports

Three Jones County seniors sign on National Signing day

Three Greyhounds signed their letters of intent to play sports at the collegiate level
Justin Dierkes,

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three Jones County seniors signed on Wednesday to play their respective sports at the next level. Football: Devin Edmonds – Shorter University Zach Hurt – Reinhardt University   Softball: Tranasia Parker – Albany State University Categories: Jones County, Local News, Local Sports

National Signing Day At Baldwin As Four Braves Sign Their Letters Of Intent
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Four Baldwin Braves football players sign letters of intent

Four Braves seniors signed to play collegiate football
Justin Dierkes,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four Baldwin senior football players signed their letters of intent on Wednesday to play at the next level. LJ Pounds – Morehouse College Jonquavious Russell – Miles College Brandon Whisby – St. Thomas University LaBrayden Burden – University of the Cumberlands   Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Baldwin County, Local News, Local Sports, Sports

Several Northside Eagles Sign Their Letters Of Intent This Morning
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Five Northside Eagles sign on National Signing Day

Several Eagles signed their letters of intent to play collegiate ball
Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Five Northside Eagles seniors signed to play their sports at the next level. Madison Cameron will continue her track career at the University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB). Chaston Brown will head down to Tallahassee to be on the football team at Florida State. Kheldon Butler will join the Georgia Military College football team. Justice Lester…

Two Stratford Eaglettes Signs Early Wednesday Morning
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Two Stratford seniors sign on National Signing Day

Eagles Tessa Morehead and Shamiya Raines both signed their letters of intent to play collegiate sports
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Stratford Eaglettes signed their letters of intent to play their sport at the next level. Tessa Morehead will continue her soccer career at Penn State-Harrisburg. Shamiya Raines will continue her softball playing days at Savannah State University. Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Bibb County, Local News, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bibb County, Macon, National Signing Day,…

Central Chargers Senior Linebacker Nikee Walker Takes His Talents To Clayton State University
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Central’s Nikee Walker signs with Clayton State

The Charger chose Clayton State, a popular choice among Middle Georgia student-athletes
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Central senior linebacker Nikee Walker signed his letter of intent Wednesday to continue to play football at Clayton State University. Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Bibb County, Local News, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bibb County, Central Chargers Football, Central High School, Jarrett Laws, Macon, National Signing Day

Five Northeast Raiders Made Their Official Commitment To Their School Of Choice
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Five Northeast football players sign letters of intent

Five Raiders signed to play collegiate football Wednesday
Justin Dierkes,

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:…

Several Perry Panthers Signs Today Sharing Their Expectations Heading Into The Gridiron At A Collegiate Level
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Eight Perry Panthers sign on signing day

Eight Panthers signed their letters of intent Wednesday afternoon
Justin Dierkes,

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…

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Featured, Local News, Peach County

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.
Tucker Sargent,

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…