Salvation Army of Greater Macon serves Thanksgiving meals to those in need

The Salvation Army of Greater Macon helps displaced and unhoused people year-round, but some say it means just a little bit more on Thanksgiving Day.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Salvation Army of Greater Macon helps displaced and unhoused people year-round, but some say it means just a little bit more on Thanksgiving Day. “I think it’s great to have people to come in, regardless of who they are, just to have a meal,” said Dewitt Holland, a nine-year Army veteran who…

GHSA Quaterfinal Preview: Four Middle Georgia Teams Remain

The Northeast Raiders, Dublin Fighting Irish, Peach County Trojans, and Houston County Bears All Remain in the GHSA State Tournament

MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – I spoke will all four Head Coaches earlier in the week before their big games Friday night. First up is the Northeast Raiders, coming off that comeback victory at home over Lamar County, now look ahead to Fannin County way up on the border of the state, in Blue Ridge. At Rebel Stadium is where…

Macon Downtown Businesses offering shoppers deep discounts on Small Business Saturday

Macon Business Owner, Scott Mitchell said one of the perks of shopping local on Small Business Saturday is 68 cents out of every$1 spent at a local business stays in that community.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Scott Mitchell, owner and operator of The Bohemian Den and Sweet Eleanor’s Divine Desserts in Macon said Small Business Saturday really gives a boost to his businesses. “They put a lot of advertisement money into it and really push it. It really give us as small business owners the same kind of leverage that larger big…

Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia serve thousands on Thanksgiving Day

Amy Walker, Development Director at Rescue Mission said they've been coming to the Rescue Mission on Thanksgiving morning for years. They do for the community, but also out of the love of Christ Jesus.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Volunteers and residents of the Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia gathered Thursday morning to cook, prepare and delivery enough turkey and fixings to feed 2,200 people for Thanksgiving. “We are delivering meals to the homeless, we are delivering meals to indigent, to the food insecure, to people on hospice, so anyone who needed a Thanksgiving meal we…

Middle Georgia law enforcement urges caution amid Thanksgiving travel

AAA projects that more than 71 million Americans will travel by car for Thanksgiving.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – AAA projects that more than 71 million Americans will travel by car for Thanksgiving. Law enforcement officers across Middle Georgia are urging increased precaution in light of the heavy traffic. “That’s why we’re going to be out in full force,” said Sgt. Asher Gray, who works for Post 44 (Monroe & Bibb) of…

Macon-Bibb County Fire Department offers turkey frying safety tips

Fire and Life Safety Educator at the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department, Lt. Jeremy Webb, says deep frying turkeys has become a popular way to prepare the holiday meal. Webb says frying turkeys presents significant fire risks if not done properly.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department is reminding the community about the dangers associated with turkey frying on Thanksgiving. Fire and Life Safety Educator at the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department, Lt. Jeremy Webb, says deep frying turkeys has become a popular way to prepare the holiday meal. Webb says frying turkeys presents significant fire risks if not done…

Greater Turner Tabernacle AME Church to host Thanksgiving Feeding, volunteers needed

The Thanksgiving Feeding will be November 28 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 1104 Third Street in Macon. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Greater Turner Tabernacle AME Church is hosting the Thanksgiving Feeding for the community. The Thanksgiving Feeding will be November 28 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 1104 Third Street in Macon. Pastor Greater Turner Tabernacle AME Church, Pastor David Luke, says he is thankful for the communities help to make this event happen. Christian Education…

Atrium Navicent encourages people to find primary care provider, prioritize health

Duke says having a primary care doctor is important because they help maintain wellness. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent is encouraging people to find a primary care provider and prioritize health. Chief Clinical Officer at Atrium Health Navicent, Dr. Sandy Duke, says a primary care provider is a physician you see for regular routine checkups. “It can be your family medicine physician, internal medicine,” says Duke. “For women it’s their OBGYN or…

Mercer Wins Southern Conference Awards

The Mercer Bears (10-2, 7-1) took home plenty of SOCON Awards Tuesday

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer Bears football program have just won the Southern Conference Championship and now are taking home plenty of individual awards to go with it. Here is the list: Senior RB DeWayne McGee – Offensive Player of the Year Sophomore DE Brayden Manley – Defensive Player of the Year Freshman DL Andrew Zock – Freshman…

GCSU Sweeps FVSU in a Men’s & Women’s Doubleheader

The Georgia College and State Bobcats Men's & Women's Basketball teams beat FVSU at the Centennial Center Tuesday Night

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The GCSU Bobcats Men’s and Women’s basketball teams defeated the FVSU Wildcats Men and Women at the Centennial Center Tuesday night. First, the GCSU Women’s basketball team beat the FVSU Women by a score of 57-50, on the back of Evie DePetro and Ashyia Willis’ 33 combined points, to improve to 6-1 on the season….

City of Perry prepares for Small Business Saturday, Tree Lighting Ceremony

The City of Perry will also host the 'City of Perry Christmas Parade: An Old Fashioned Christmas 2024' on December 7. 

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Perry is preparing for Small Business Saturday and hoping to boost the local economy. Small Business Saturday will take place on November 30 from 10 a.m.to 6:30 p.m. There will be free horse drawn carriage rides from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Carriage rides will start at the parking lot at Perry City…

Two arrested for stealing vehicle in Macon, investigation underway

Investigators spotted a Kia Soul that was reported stolen on November 22. The stolen vehicle and suspects were spotted at the Citgo on Rocky Creek Road.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people were arrested on Monday for stealing a vehicle, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. According to a press release, the theft took place on November 25 before 11:30 p.m. Investigators spotted a Kia Soul that was reported stolen on November 22. The stolen vehicle and suspects were spotted at the Citgo on Rocky…

Forsyth man arrested on drug distribution charges after apartment raid

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a Forsyth man on multiple drug charges after executing a search warrant at his apartment in Forsyth Gardens on Tuesday, according to a news release from the sheriff's office.

Tramaine Haynes (Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Monroe County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a Forsyth man on multiple drug charges after executing a search warrant at his apartment in Forsyth Gardens on Tuesday, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office. The apartments are located on Cabiness Road. Deputies conducted the search after several complaints about…

Man sentenced to life for beating death of nine-month-old baby outside Buc-ee’s

A Peach County jury has convicted 43-year-old Christopher Scott Palmer on multiple charges, including malice murder, for the beating death of his nine-month-old son, Cody Palmer, in January 2022.

Photo: Christopher Palmer in 2022 (Warner Robins Police Department)PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Peach County jury has convicted 43-year-old Christopher Scott Palmer on multiple charges, including malice murder, for the beating death of his nine-month-old son, Cody Palmer, in January 2022. The jury reached its verdict on Tuesday after a six-day trial and 90 minutes of deliberation, according to…

Warner Robins partners with local church to provide warming shelter for homeless

The City of Warner Robins and No Limit Baptist Church are teaming up to provide shelter for the homeless during freezing temperatures.

City of Warner RobinsWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Warner Robins and No Limit Baptist Church are teaming up again to provide shelter for the homeless during freezing temperatures. The “Food in the Valley Ministry” will offer shelter, hot meals and comfort to those in need when temperatures drop below 32 degrees, according to a city news release….

Warner Robins prepping for holiday season

Jeremy Fermin, Marketing and Communications Specialist for the City of Warner Robins, said Thursday's Tree Lighting Ceremony is set to be even bigger than last year's.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Warner Robins is prepping for the holidays. On Tuesday, workers were busy all around the city, including at Perkins Field, putting up Christmas decorations such as giant snowflakes, snowmen and a Christmas tree. Jeremy Fermin, Marketing and Communications Specialist for the City of Warner Robins, says Thursday’s Tree Lighting Ceremony is set to be even…

NewTown Macon honors late President, CEO through education fund

42-year-old Rogers died on November 24 from a cardiac emergency, according to Coroner Leon Jones. Rogers leaves behind his wife, Meaghan,and  his children, Jack (10) and Ellie (7).

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – NewTown Macon announced the establishment of an education fund for the children of the late President and CEO, Josh Rogers. 42-year-old Rogers died on November 24 from a cardiac emergency, according to Coroner Leon Jones. Rogers leaves behind his wife, Meaghan,and  his children, Jack (10) and Ellie (7). The NewTown Macon Board of Directors Chair William…

Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores November 18-22

This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week’s Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, November 18 and Friday, November 22, 2024. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100…

Macon Touchdown Club Week 15 Players of the Week

The Macon TD Club Players of the Week for the GHSA Second Round of the Playoffs in Week 15 of the High School Football Season

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Touchdown Club Players of the Week for the GHSA Playoffs in the Second Round both came from the Northeast Raiders. The Back of the Week went to Northeast Senior Runningback Nick Woodford. He rushed 16 attempts for 160 yards and two touchdowns in the Raiders 21-10 win over Lamar County. The Lineman of…

Mercer Wins First Ever SOCON Championship

The Mercer Bears (10-2, 7-1) have won the Southern Conference Championship with a 49-23 victory over Furman Saturday at Five Star Stadium

MACON, Georgia – (WMGT) – The Mercer Bears have won the first ever Southern Conference Championship in football program history with a 49-23 win over Furman. It’s the first conference title for Mercer since the 1933 Dixie Title. The Bears will go dancing now, as Mercer earns the seventh seed in the NCAA FCS Playoff Bracket. That comes with a…

Brentwood Academy Wins GIAA AA State Championship

The Brentwood Academy War Eagles (11-1, 5-0) won the GIAA AA State Football Championship Saturday night at the Beck Center 28-6 over Southwest Georgia Academy

STATESBORO, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – In the GIAA State Championships on Saturday, two of our teams made their respective title games. However, only one was able to walk away victorious. In game one of the day at Paulson Stadium, Brentwood Academy defeated Southwest Georgia Academy 28-6 in the GIAA AA State Championship. This caps off a huge turnaround season for…

Tattnall Square Academy Football Head Coach John Abernathy Resigns

The Trojans Head Coach leaves the program after five seasons

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Friday, Tattnall Square Academy Athletics announced that the Head Trojans Football Coach John Abernathy will be stepping down from the program. Abernathy leaves Tattnall Square after five seasons with the Trojans where he had a 32-24 overall record. He will retain his position of Middle-Upper Principal with the Macon private school. Categories: Local Sports,…

41NBC Thanksgiving Blood Drive set for this week

The blood drive will be from November 26 - 29 at various locations across Middle Georgia.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 41NBC Thanksgiving Blood Drive will take place November 26 through November 29 at various locations across Middle Georgia. The Red Cross says that there is a drop in blood donation appointments during the holiday season. Due to extreme heat over the Summer, Hurricane Helene, and Hurricane Milton, there is a large demand for blood donations….

Macon Regional Crimestoppers seek public’s assistance to capture suspects

Today's word of the day: Thanksgiving

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and discuss the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations, police departments and other law enforcement agencies in eight Middle Georgia counties to provide anonymous rewards for tips that lead to criminal arrests. Can you help track down the following suspects?…