Artist Gift Market December 11 2024
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The Artist Gift Market at the Macon Mall is open for the holidays

The Artist Gift Market features art from nine different local artists, all female, and includes various handcrafted items ranging from paintings, pottery, jewelry, fabrics and clothing items, lotions and soaps, and even books.
Godfrey Hall,

Artist: Darlene Rutland Murphy (Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Are you still shopping around for gifts, not quite sure what to buy, look no further, because over at the upper level of the Macon Mall, located at 3661 Eisenhower Parkway, the Artist Gift Market is open for the holidays. The Artist Gift Market features art from nine different…

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Windy afternoon to give way to freezing night

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Powerful winds have taken over across Middle Georgia following last night’s cold front. This Evening and Overnight It’s been a blustery afternoon for Middle Georgia in the wake of Tuesday night’s cold front that brought plenty of rain to much of the region. A wind advisory is in effect for the entire region until 7 PM…

A Very Cochran Christmas' Set For This Weekend
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‘A Very Cochran Christmas’ set for this weekend

Director of the City of Cochran’s Downtown Development Authority, Ken Land, says this is a family-friendly event for the community.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

BLECKLEY COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Cochran Downtown Development Authority is hosting ‘A Very Cochran Christmas’ this weekend. The event is December 14 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Downtown Cochran. Director of the City of Cochran’s Downtown Development Authority, Ken Land, says this is a family-friendly event for the community. There will be free family pictures…
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GDC: Central State Prison inmate dies after altercation

Central State Prison inmate Leon Kelly died on December 9 following an altercation with another inmate.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Central State Prison inmate Leon Kelly died Monday following an altercation with another inmate. “We can confirm the death of Central SP inmate Leon Kelly (GDC# 786045) December 9 following an altercation with another inmate,” Georgia Department of Corrections spokesperson Joan Heath wrote in an email. Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones says Kelly had multiple stab wounds….
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2 men hospitalized after shooting on Tinsley Road in Macon

The shooting happened within the 3700 block of Tinsley Drive near the intersection of James Street in Macon. 
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men are hospitalized after a shooting on Tuesday night, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The shooting happened within the 3700 block of Tinsley Drive near the intersection of James Street in Macon. The incident was called into the Macon-Bibb Emergency-911 Center at 10:52 p.m. on December 10. Deputies responded to Tinsley Drive in…

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Cold front will bring storms tonight/early tomorrow

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold front will bring another wave of rain tonight and early tomorrow before cold weather takes back over once it passes. This Evening and Overnight Middle Georgia had some showers move through early but the afternoon has largely been quiet. Scattered showers and perhaps a thunderstorm will remain possible through the evening and into…
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UPDATE: Man arrested for shooting woman on Log Cabin Drive over the weekend connected to 2020 murder

According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the case is still open with the District Attorney's Office. 
Monica Diaz-Meek,

(UPDATE 12/10/2024 – 4:17 p.m.) The District Attorney’s Office released the following statement regarding Jahrius Isaiah Justus Whitehead in connection to the 2020 murder: “At this time, our office has determined there is insufficient evidence to present this case to the Grand Jury for indictment to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. We have identified…

Atrium Health Navicent Shares Tips For Toy And Gift Safety
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Atrium Health Navicent shares tips for toy and gift safety

Medical Director for Atrium Health Navicent Children’s Care Downtown Macon, Dr. Edward Clark, says "The younger the kid, the bigger the toy needs to be."
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent is preparing for the holiday season and encouraging people to be cautious when purchasing presents for children. Medical Director for Atrium Health Navicent Children’s Care Downtown Macon, Dr. Edward Clark, says “The younger the kid, the bigger the toy needs to be.” Clark offers the following tips for shoppers: Toy Check: Look for…
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City of Macon, Warner Robins giving away 600 free trees

There will be 600 trees given away between both cities. This event is free and open to everyone. 
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful (KMBB) and Keep Warner Robins Beautiful (KWRB) are hosting a free tree giveaway. The event in Macon is at 10 a.m. at the Rosa Jackson Center located at 1211 Maynard Street. The Warner Robins event is at 9 a.m. at the GMC Warner Robins Native Plant Center located at 115 Prince Street. Both…

Rosa Jackson Community Center December 10 2024
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Clothing the G.A.P. holiday drive currently underway

The donated clothing will be given away on December 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you’ve been looking for a way to clean out your closet and make room for your holiday shopping finds, now’s your chance. The 2024 Clothing the G.A.P. (Generations, Ages & People) holiday drive is underway, and it’s the perfect opportunity to donate your gently used clothing for a good cause. The drive…

Peach County Lady Trojans Hosts Pope Lady Greyhounds In Flag Football Action
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Peach County and Washington County end season short of Final Four

The Peach County Lady Trojans lost to Pope 26-0; Washington County Lady Golden Hawks lost to Columbus 27-18
Justin Dierkes,

MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – In GHSA Division Three Flag Football, Peach County ended their season with a 14-4 record after they were defeated by the Pope Lady Greyhounds 26-0 at Trojan Stadium Monday night. In GHSA Division One, Washington County ended their season with a 13-4 record after they lost in Columbus to the Lady Blue Devils 27-18.  …

Westside Lady Seminoles Goes Against Dodge County Lady Indians In Highschool Flag Football Action
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Dodge County Advances to Div. 1 Semifinal Round

The Dodge County Lady Indians Flag Football team has made it back to the Final Four for the first time since they won it all back in 2021
Justin Dierkes,

EASTMAN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dodge County Lady Indians made the GHSA Division One Semifinal Round after they defeated the Westside Lady Seminoles 20-0 on Monday night at Memorial Stadium. Dodge County will now host 18-1 Southeast Bulloch, the defending repeat champions, in Eastman on Thursday. The winner will play at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Monday December 16…
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Bibb County Sheriff’s Office to host Winter Wonderland

Cpl. Tamekia Nelson says there will be 100 bikes given away and nearly 1,000 toys for attendees. 
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is hosting “Winter Wonderland” for Bibb County residents. Cpl. Tamekia Nelson says the event is free and open to the community. The event is aimed at kids ages 4-14. “Winter Wonderland” will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on December 14 at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Outreach & Restorative Justice…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores December 2-6

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, December 2 and Friday, December 6, 2024.
Tucker Sargent,

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, December 2 and Friday, December 6, 2024. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100…

Mercer Bears Head To Ndsu As They Matchup In The Elite Eight Of The Ncaa Fcs College Football Playoffs
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Bears prepares for biggest test of all against the Bison

The Mercer University Football team (11-2) now face their toughest test yet on the road in the NCAA FCS Quarterfinals
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer Bears picked up their eleventh win on the season, most in a season in program history, to continue on into the elite eight of the NCAA FCS college football playoffs, after a close defensive home win over Rhode island Saturday 17-10cto capture the 50th win at Five Star Stadium. This is the first…

Warner Robins Demons Senior Safety Resean Dinkins Commits To Uga
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RaSean Dinkins Signs to UGA

The Four-Star Warner Robins Safety signed his letter of intent to play for Georgia
Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS (41NBC/WMGT) – On Monday afternoon, Demons Senior RaSean Dinkins signed his letter of intent to play for the University of Georgia Bulldogs next season. Dinkins was gathered with friends, family, teammates, and coaches to thank everyone in the room for their support in getting to this moment, including his good friend, teammate, and future UGA teammate, Isaiah Gibson….

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Atrium Health Navicent to provide ambulance service to Wilkinson County

Atrium Health Navicent EMS will provide two 24-hour advanced life support ambulances, and invest about $600,000 in new ambulances and equipment.
Clayton Poulnott,

Atrium Health NavicentAtrium Health NavicentWILKINSON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent will begin providing emergency medical services (EMS) for Wilkinson County on Jan. 1, 2025, after Wilkinson County commissioners voted on December 3 to approve a proposal from Atrium Health Navicent following a detailed and thorough selection process. Atrium Health Navicent EMS will provide two 24-hour advanced life support…
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Man struck while helping stranded driver in Macon dies one month later

A man who stopped to help a broken-down vehicle near the intersection of Riggins Mill Road and Joe Tamplin Industrial Blvd. in Macon on November 6 has died, according to Macon-Bibb Deputy Coroner Luann Stone.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man who stopped to help a broken-down vehicle near the intersection of Riggins Mill Road and Joe Tamplin Industrial Blvd. in Macon on November 6 has died, according to Macon-Bibb Deputy Coroner Luann Stone. 53-year-old Jose Casiano was helping another person with the disabled car when he was struck. Stone confirmed hospital staff pronounced Casiano…

Cochran Bleckley Chamber Of Commerce Promoting Local Business Through Holiday Activities
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Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce promoting local business through holiday activities

President/CEO at the Cochran-Bleckley County Chamber of Commerce, Melissa Barker, says the chamber is hoping to support local business and offer family-friendly events for the community during the holiday season. 
Monica Diaz-Meek,

BLECKLEY COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce is hosting events during the holiday season to help boost the local economy. President/CEO at the Cochran-Bleckley County Chamber of Commerce, Melissa Barker, says the chamber is hoping to support local business and offer family-friendly events for the community during the holiday season. Chandler the Chamber Elf: Chandler the Chamber…

Mayor's Sneaker Ball Set For This Weekend, Benefiting Local Students
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Mayor’s Sneaker Ball set for this weekend, benefiting local students

Event organizer, Andrea Cooke, says all the proceeds will go towards funding the ball and the Lester M. Miller Academic Scholarships.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 3rd Annual Mayor’s Sneaker Ball is set for this weekend. The event is from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. on December 14. The Sneaker Ball is at the Macon City Auditorium, located at 415 1st Street. The 3rd Annual Mayor’s Sneaker Ball will feature live music and DJ, dancing, cash bar, and silent auction. Event…

Lineman Of The Week: Dodge County High School
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Lineman of the Week: Dodge County High School

David Tufts,

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies power lineman of the week Al Jordan and, high school football lineman Duke Johnson Of Dodge County High School. Both linemen working to bring power and passion to everything they do on and off the field! 41Nbc lineman of the week is powered by Flint Energies! Categories: Lineman of the Week

The End Zone Highlights: Dublin Hosts Toombs County In Our Game Of The Week
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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.
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
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northeast welcomes Fitzgerald

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

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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.
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…