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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Dublin hosts Toombs County in our Game of the Week

A win would put the Fighting Irish into the Class A-Division I state championship game on December 17 at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

December 6, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dublin Fighting Irish welcomed the Toombs County Bulldogs on Friday night. A win would put the Fighting Irish into the Class A-I state championship game on December 17 at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Fighting Irish (13-1) beat Thomasville last week 35-13, beat Jasper County 42-7 in round two and beat Gordon Central 63-6 in round…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northeast welcomes Fitzgerald

The winner would play for a state championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on December 17.

December 6, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northeast Raiders hosted the Fitzgerald Purple Hurricanes in a Class A-Division I semifinal matchup. The winner would play for a state championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on December 17. The Raiders (12-2) beat Fannin County 48-39 last week in the quarterfinals, Lamar County 21-10 in the second round and Swainsboro 46-7 in the first…

THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores from the semifinals of the GHSA high school football playoffs

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from the semifinal round of the GHSA playoffs.

December 6, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from the semifinal round of the GHSA playoffs. (Catch all the highlights here.) Championship games will be played December 16-18 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Games featured on The End Zone: Fitzgerald 14 Northeast 46 Toombs County 42 Dublin 15 Other scores: AAAAAA: Douglas County 28…

Georgia Tech admissions surprises three Dodge County High School students with acceptance letters

The Georgia Tech admissions team handed Adrianna Randall, Caroline Southerland and Franasia Brown acceptance letters on Early Action Day 1.

December 6, 2024

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC) EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Most applicants for enrollment at Georgia Tech battled their nerves until 7 p.m. on Early Action Day 1 on Friday, but three Dodge County High School students got to read their admission letters hours earlier. “Congratulations, you have been accepted to the Georgia Institute of Technology,” Adrianna Randall said as she read…

Dodge County Defeats Metter 26 8 In The First Round Of The Ghsa Flag Football Playoffs

GHSA Flag Football: Dodge County & Westside Advance to Quarterfinals to Face Off

Here is a list of all the scores from the First Round of the GHSA Flag Football Playoffs

December 6, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – The GHSA Flag Football Playoffs began Wednesday and there were plenty of Middle Georgia team in action. In Division One, Memorial Stadium in Eastman was the site as Dodge County won their First Round game over Metter 26-8. Lady Indians advance to the Quarterfinals with a 21-0 win over Maynard Jackson in the Second Round….

Vote for the Ocmulgee Mounds Park and Preserve Establishment Act expected soon

A vote on the Ocmulgee Mounds Park and Preserve Establishment Act has not been scheduled, but local leaders are hopeful it will happen before year's end.

December 5, 2024

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Tracie Revis says her family and other members of Muscogee Creek Nation have fought for generations to preserve Ocmulgee Mounds. As the storied land is set to become Georgia’s first national park, Revis says it means an awful lot to be able to continue that work, and soon see it pay off. “It’s such…

Macon Para Todos to host ‘Paint and Play’

'Paint and Play' is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on December 7 at Cotton Avenue Square.

December 5, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Para Todos is hoping to engage the Hispanic community with an upcoming event in Downtown Macon. Event organizer, Laura Gomez, says she moved to Macon from Colombia and noticed the lack of diversity in Downtown Macon. Gomez says she loves Downtown Macon and hopes to make it more inclusive with her event. ‘Paint and Play’…

William S Hutchings College Career Academy December 5 2024

Four REACH Scholars honored with Signing Day Ceremony at William S. Hutchings College & Career Academy

“The opportunity the students have here are just phenomenal and I’m just so proud to see how we identify students in middle school and make a commitment to them, their parents, and the entire community to make sure that we see them succeed from high school and beyond," said Bernard A. Young, Principal of Southwest Magnet High School and Law Academy.

December 5, 2024

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Families and various school administration members were in attendance Thursday as four REACH Scholars were honored with a Signing Day Ceremony at William S. Hutchings College & Career Academy. Cedric Jackson III from Appling Middle School, Taylor Cruz from Ballard-Hudson Middle School, Elana Evans from Miller Fine Arts Magnet Middle School, and De’Ryan…

Wesley Glen Ministries to host Christmas at the Cross

The free event is 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. from December 6 - 8 through the non-profits neighborhood. Wesley Glen Ministries is located at 4580 North Mumford Road in Macon.

December 5, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Local non-profit, Wesley Glen Ministries, is hosting the 3rd annual Christmas at the Cross. Wesley Glen Ministries is a non-profit that serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The non-profit offers residential services, Cornerstone Day Program, mentoring one-on-one, and employment services. The free event is 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. from December 6 – 8 through…

Houston County Lieutenant suspended after workplace confrontation

Lt. James "Bo" Spivey, who works in the Warrants Division, received a two-day suspension without pay for violating the department’s policy on “Conduct Unbecoming an Officer,” according to a disciplinary action report dated December 2. The incident happened on November 19 at Five Star Ford in Warner Robins.

December 5, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek, Tucker Sargent,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Houston County Sheriff’s Office lieutenant has been suspended without pay following a workplace confrontation involving accusations of harassment and physical contact, according to documents obtained through an Open Records Request. Lt. James “Bo” Spivey, who works in the Warrants Division, received a two-day suspension without pay for violating the department’s policy on “Conduct Unbecoming…

A couple of frigid nights before a weekend warmup

December 5, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sub-freezing temperatures are expected Thursday and Friday night before conditions begin to rebound. This Evening and Overnight Despite the fact that this afternoon was the warmest of the week, temperatures will be plunging below freezing for the fourth time this week tonight. Lows will not only be below freezing but should drop below 30 across the…

City of Cochran to host annual Christmas Parade

The parade starts at 7 p.m. on December 6 in Downtown Cochran. Float judging begins at 5:30 p.m.

December 5, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Cochran is hosting the annual Christmas Parade on Friday. The parade starts at 7 p.m. on December 6 in Downtown Cochran. Float judging begins at 5:30 p.m. Cochran Mayor Billy Yeomans says this is a family-friendly event for everyone. Yeomans says there will be floats, dance performances, festive vehicles and equine entries throughout…

Coroner: Bibb County man identified after fatal work-related accident in Monroe County, investigation underway

According to Monroe County Coroner Joey Proctor, the man has been identified as 49-year-old Leon Simmons Junior.

December 5, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County man is dead after a work-related accident in Monroe County on Thursday afternoon, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. According to Monroe County Coroner Joey Proctor, the man has been identified as 49-year-old Leon Simmons Junior. Deputies were dispatched at 12 p.m. to Southern Forestry Industries Incorporated, located at 3794 Old…

New technology academy opens in Macon, preparing students for the workforce

The Bibb County School District and County officials celebrated a new extension of Hutchings College Thursday morning, the Innovation and Technology Academy.

December 5, 2024

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new academy will soon give high school students a head start in growing industries, like Electric Vehicle Manufacturing, Robotics and AI/Cyber Security. The Bibb County School District and County officials celebrated a new extension of Hutchings College Thursday morning: the Innovation and Technology Academy. The academy is part of the school district’s Career, Technical and…

National Early Signing Day 2024 in Middle Georgia

Here is a recap of all the student athletes that signed their letter of intent to play collegiate football next season on Wednesday

December 5, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – Wednesday marked the start of the national signing day period for high school football commitments around the country. In middle Georgia, there were a total of eleven players signing their letters of intent. In Houston County Wednesday morning, four boys from Highway 96 committed to their respective schools. First up, it was all-star four star…

Back above freezing tonight; chance showers early tomorrow

December 4, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A warm front passing through overnight will keep temperatures above freezing and an incoming cold front could spur on showers Thursday morning. This Evening and Overnight It’s been a sunny day around Middle Georgia but more high clouds will continue to fill in through the sunset hours, giving way to mostly cloudy skies tonight. Low temperatures…

UPDATE: Florida man charged in connection with May beating death in downtown Macon

A Florida man is in custody in Tennessee in connection with the death of Albert Kenneth Knight Jr. in May.

December 4, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek, Tucker Sargent,

Adam Rosenthal (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (12/4/24): A Florida man is in custody in Tennessee in connection with the death of Albert Kenneth Knight Jr. in May. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, the Giles County Sheriff’s Office in Pulaski, Tennessee contacted Bibb County investigators this week in reference to a person of interest who was…

City of Warner Robins shares holiday event schedule

Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick says the city is excited for a month of family-friendly activities during the holiday season.

December 4, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins is sharing a lineup of holiday events for December. Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick says the city is excited for a month of family-friendly activities during the holiday season. The City of Warner Robins has released the following calendar: Tree Lighting Ceremony Date: Thursday, December 5th Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM…

Museum of Aviation Foundation looks ahead to annual Festival of Trees

President and CEO at the Museum of Aviation, Dan Rhoades, says there will be 30 trees on display for attendees to see.

December 4, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Museum of Aviation Foundation is hosting the annual Festival of Trees. President and CEO at the Museum of Aviation, Dan Rhoades, says there will be 30 trees on display for attendees to see. The tree exhibit is on display from November to January and can be viewed with regular museum admission. The Festival of Trees…

UPDATE: Missing Twiggs County man found dead

Willie Williams was found dead Tuesday night, according to the Twiggs County Sheriff's Office.

December 4, 2024

Tucker Sargent, Monica Diaz-Meek,

Willie Williams (Photo: Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (12/4/24): The Georgia Department of Public Safety has released new information regarding the death of Willie Williams. According to a news release, troopers were requested by the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office to investigate a single-vehicle crash with one fatality on Bullard Road on December 3. The investigation revealed that a Honda Civic was…

Holly Jolly Shoppe seeks donations for hospitalized children in Macon

Help brighten the holidays for children at Atrium Health Levine Children's Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital

December 4, 2024

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Holly Jolly Shoppe is asking the community to help make time in the hospital a little more merry and bright for children. The Shoppe is accepting donations this month, for patients at the Atrium Health Levine Children’s Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital. They’re accepting items for multiple age groups, from infants to teens. You can…

Piedmont Macon offers tips for grief during the holiday season, invites community to support groups

For those dealing with grief, Trawick recommends making a simple plan for the holidays.

December 4, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon is reminding the community about grief support groups that are available during the holiday season and ahead of the new year. Grief Counselor, Franchetta Trawick, says that times are difficult when you’ve lost someone, but the holidays enhance those feelings. “In order to move forward in the grief process, you have to be able…

Victim dies after being struck by forklift in Perry, OSHA investigating

At approximately 3:30 p.m. on December 3, the Perry Police and Fire Departments responded to the scene, where a commercial forklift had accidentally struck the victim.

December 4, 2024

41NBC Web Producer,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– A construction accident on Tuesday afternoon, claimed the life of an individual near the entrance of Woodlands Boulevard and Highway 127, according to a news release from the Perry Police Department. At approximately 3:30 p.m. on December 3, the Perry Police and Fire Departments responded to the scene, where a commercial forklift had accidentally struck the victim….

Peach County Trojans Battles Houston County Bears In Highschool Boys Basketball

Houston County Continues to Roll with Win Over Peach County 59-46

The Houston County Bears improve to 6-1 with a 59-46 win over the winless Peach County Trojans

December 4, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Bears picked up their sixth win of the season Tuesday at home over the Peach County Trojans 59-46, the Trojans first game of the season. Peach County hosts Perry Wednesday, while HoCo hosts Warner Robins Thursday. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: boys basketball, GHSA, GHSA basketball, Houston County, houston county bears,…

A win would put the Fighting Irish into the Class A-Division I state championship game on December 17 at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The winner would play for a state championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on December 17.

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from the semifinal round of the GHSA playoffs.

The Georgia Tech admissions team handed Adrianna Randall, Caroline Southerland and Franasia Brown acceptance letters on Early Action Day 1.

Here is a list of all the scores from the First Round of the GHSA Flag Football Playoffs

A vote on the Ocmulgee Mounds Park and Preserve Establishment Act has not been scheduled, but local leaders are hopeful it will happen before year's end.

'Paint and Play' is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on December 7 at Cotton Avenue Square.

The free event is 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. from December 6 - 8 through the non-profits neighborhood. Wesley Glen Ministries is located at 4580 North Mumford Road in Macon.

The parade starts at 7 p.m. on December 6 in Downtown Cochran. Float judging begins at 5:30 p.m.

According to Monroe County Coroner Joey Proctor, the man has been identified as 49-year-old Leon Simmons Junior.

The Bibb County School District and County officials celebrated a new extension of Hutchings College Thursday morning, the Innovation and Technology Academy.

Here is a recap of all the student athletes that signed their letter of intent to play collegiate football next season on Wednesday

A Florida man is in custody in Tennessee in connection with the death of Albert Kenneth Knight Jr. in May.

Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick says the city is excited for a month of family-friendly activities during the holiday season.

President and CEO at the Museum of Aviation, Dan Rhoades, says there will be 30 trees on display for attendees to see.

Willie Williams was found dead Tuesday night, according to the Twiggs County Sheriff's Office.

Help brighten the holidays for children at Atrium Health Levine Children's Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital

For those dealing with grief, Trawick recommends making a simple plan for the holidays.

At approximately 3:30 p.m. on December 3, the Perry Police and Fire Departments responded to the scene, where a commercial forklift had accidentally struck the victim.

The Houston County Bears improve to 6-1 with a 59-46 win over the winless Peach County Trojans

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