HIGHLIGHTS: Central baseball visits Rutland

The Chargers (0-5) were looking for their first win of the season Tuesday night against Rutland (4-0).

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Chargers (0-5) were looking for their first win of the season Tuesday night against Rutland (4-0), but the Hurricanes remained unbeaten with a 10-1 win. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Bibb County, Central Chargers, high school, Highlights, Macon, rutland hurricanes

HIGHLIGHTS: Jones County girls basketball hosts Midtown in GHSA 5A Elite 8

Jones County's season came to an end on Tuesday with a 58-37 loss to Midtown in the GHSA Class 5A quarterfinals.

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Jones County’s season came to an end on Tuesday with a 58-37 loss to Midtown in the GHSA Class 5A quarterfinals. Categories: Jones County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Basketball, Elite 8, GHSA, girls, Gray, Greyhounds, Highlights, Jones County, Playoffs, Quarterfinals

Eastman Police asking for help as car break-ins spike

According to Chief Billy Cooper, there were 10 break-ins last month and 13 have been reported so far this month.

EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Eastman Police Department is asking the community for help after a recent surge in car break-ins. According to Police Chief Billy Cooper, the break-ins began in December and have increased since. According to Chief Cooper, there were 10 break-ins last month, and 13 have been reported so far this month. He says a lack of…

Forsyth PD: Suspects caught after armed robbery

Three people were arrested after an armed robbery at 464 W. Main Street in Forsyth.

Jamari Johnson and Christian Heath (Photos: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three people were arrested after an armed robbery at 464 W. Main Street in Forsyth on Tuesday, according to a Forsyth Police Department news release. The release says Officer Taylor and Officer Rodriguez responded to an armed robbery. Officer Taylor arrived on scene and made contacts with…

Forsyth PD: Motorcyclist dies in Monday crash

A motorcyclist is dead after a crash Monday afternoon in Forsyth.

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A motorcyclist is dead after a crash Monday afternoon in Forsyth. A Forsyth Police Department news release says it happened at 260 Tift College Drive just after 2 p.m. Police say officers arrived and located an accident at the rear of a parking lot involving the motorcycle and an SUV. The motorcyclist, who police did not…

Cold front to bring rain to Middle Georgia tomorrow

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold front will bring strong winds, showers, and perhaps a thunderstorm or two to Middle Georgia Wednesday. The Rest of the Evening Skies will remain mostly cloudy through this evening and tonight. It will be a very warm night as a result with temperatures dipping only into the lower 60s and upper 50s. The…

Houston County baseball looks for back-to-back state titles on 10-year anniversary of first title win

Houston County baseball can make school history by winning a 6A state championship two years in a row on the 10-year anniversary of the program's first championship season.

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – HOCO Baseball has been dominant in the last 10 seasons to say the least. The Bears have won the 6A State title in four of the last nine seasons, not including  the COVID year in 2020, when the team was ranked 25th nationally. The Bears haven’t always been this great though. In 2009, HOCO was…

Cloudy today before rain Wednesday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Man what a difference 24 hours makes temperature wise this morning! We are 20 degrees warmer this morning in the Macon area. Temperatures across the area this morning are in the 50s. Today we will see temperatures in the upper 70s with mostly cloudy skies. Today will also be a bit breezy with gusts up to…

Bibb deputies: Man in critical condition after Monday night shooting

A Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release says it happened in the 500 block of Ell Street just before 7 p.m.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 39-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot Monday night. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says it happened in the 500 block of Ell Street just before 7 p.m. Deputies found the man there with a gunshot wound. He was transported to Atrium Health Navicent. No one else was injured. The investigation…

Clouds return tonight; wet pattern ahead

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warm but cloudy and wet conditions are likely much of this week. The Rest of the Evening While skies will remain mostly clear through the sunset hours, cloud cover will ramp up overnight, especially ahead of the sunrise tomorrow. Much of these will be high clouds, but some mid-levels will be mixed in as well. No…

Crimestoppers searching for five most wanted suspects in Middle Georgia

Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five suspects wanted across Middle Georgia.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight the five most wanted suspects right now. 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? Ashley Williams, female.  She’s…

25-year-old man from Florida dies in single vehicle car crash in Macon

According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office the driver lost control of his truck before being ejected and dying at the scene.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a single vehicle, fatal traffic accident. The sheriff’s office said, the accident happened Saturday morning at 2:13 a.m. near the 2800 Block of Avondale Mill Road. BCSO said, the driver of the Green, F250 lost control of the vehicle. It left the road and overturned before the driver was…

Sunny and 75

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Good morning to you all in middle Georgia! Hope you all had a great weekend! This morning we are starting off clear and calm with temperatures in the upper 30s to low 40s. This will not be the case for much of the morning as we will warm up extremely quick into the 60s by 11am….

HIGHLIGHTS: John Milledge, Westminster girls meet in GIAA Class 3A quarterfinals in Macon

John Milledge and Westminster's girls basketball teams met Friday night at Tattnall Square with a spot in the semifinals of the GIAA Class 3A playoffs up for grabs. JMA won 59-47.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – John Milledge and Westminster’s girls basketball teams met Friday night at Tattnall Square with a spot in the semifinals of the GIAA Class 3A playoffs up for grabs. JMA won 59-47. The Trojans will meet Deerfield Windsor in the semifinals on Wednesday, February 28 at 3 p.m. at Georgia College and State University. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes…

HIGHLIGHTS: Brentwood, Trinity Christian girls meet in GIAA Class 2A quarterfinals in Macon

The Brentwood and Trinity Christian girls met Friday night at FPD with a spot in the semifinals of the GIAA Class 2A playoffs on the line.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Brentwood and Trinity Christian girls met Friday night at FPD with a spot in the semifinals of the GIAA Class 2A playoffs on the line. Trinity Christian won 59-51. The Crusaders will meet Briarwood Academy in the semifinals on Thursday, February 29 at 3 p.m. at Brewton Parker. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights from…

HIGHLIGHTS: FPD girls host Tattnall Square in GIAA Class 4A quarterfinals

The FPD and Tattnall Square girls faced off again on Friday night with a spot in the semifinals of the GIAA Class 4A playoffs on the line.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The FPD and Tattnall Square girls faced off again on Friday night with a spot in the semifinals of the GIAA Class 4A playoffs on the line. FPD won 44-37. The Lady Vikings will meet St. Anne-Pacelli in the semifinals on Thursday, February 29 at 3 p.m. at Georgia College and State University. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes…

HIGHLIGHTS: Central girls basketball hosts Sumter County in Round 2 of GHSA AA Playoffs

Central's girls were home Friday night for a Sweet 16 matchup against Sumter County.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Central’s girls were home Friday night for a Sweet 16 matchup against Sumter County. The Chargers won 51-24 to move on the Elite 8. They’ll face Columbia next. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights from Friday night. Categories: Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Basketball, Bibb County, Central High School, chargers, class aa, GHSA, girls, Macon,…

Georgia Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2024 to be inducted Saturday in Macon

The annual FanFest will take place at 1 p.m. on Saturday, featuring an autograph session at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. FanFest is open to the public and free of charge.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame’s Class of 2024 Induction Weekend is underway. This year’s class received their Hall of Fame jackets during a ceremony Friday night at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame in downtown Macon. The 2024 class is comprised of basketball star Shareef Abdur-Rahim, football star Eric Berry, multi-sport athlete Cris Carpenter, football…

Forsyth native, Super Bowl winner Malik Herring visits Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital

A hometown hero visited children at Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital on Friday.

Photo: Atrium Health NavicentMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Children at Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital in Macon received a surprise Friday morning when Malik Herring, a Super Bowl winner with the Kansas City Chiefs, paid them a visit. Herring, who attended Mary Persons High School in Forsyth, spent time playing and talking with the kids and even signed some footballs for…

Sunshine returns for the weekend

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunny but windy conditions will take over the Peach State in the wake of this morning’s cold front. The Rest of the Evening Clouds will work to clear through this evening as the wind backs off with the sunset. Skies will be clear overnight with northwest winds coming in at about 5-12 mph, gusting upwards of…

Monroe County store offers affordable dresses as prom season approaches

The cost of prom can be a burden for many families, especially when it comes to purchasing a dress.

Forsyth, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Many high school students are getting ready to attend the magical night with their friends. However, the cost of prom can be a burden for many families, especially when it comes to purchasing a dress. One local store is offering a solution for budget-conscious shoppers. Nikkits Thrifts and Treasures, located in Forsyth, has a variety of…

Houston County man sentenced 20 years after pleading guilty to trafficking fentanyl

A Houston County man was sentenced to 20 years, with the first 15 years to be served in the Department of Corrections, after pleading guilty to trafficking fentanyl.

Joseph McKee White IV (Photo: Houston County District Attorney’s Office)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Houston County man was sentenced to 20 years, with the first 15 years to be served in the Department of Corrections, after pleading guilty to trafficking fentanyl. A Houston County District Attorney’s Office news release says 47-year-old Joseph McKee White IV must also pay a…

‘It’s A Block Party’ is giving away free bags of groceries to all attendees

Groceries will be handed out to all attendees while supplies last. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It’s A Block Party.  Free bags of groceries being handed out to all attendees while supplies last. The grocery give-away is hosted by the Tex James Morning Show and participating partners. The date of the grocery giveaway  is Friday, February 23, 2024. Those wanting a bag should go to the South Bibb Recreation Complex located at…

Macon-Middle Georgia National Pan-Hellenic Council hosting 5k and fun walk

D9 Dash: United4Scholars 5K is Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Amerson River Park, Porter Pavilion in Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Macon-Middle Georgia National Pan-Hellenic Council (MMG-NPHC) is proud to announce the inaugural “D9 Dash: United4Scholars 5K.” It takes place, Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Amerson River Park (Porter Pavilion), 2551 Pierce Drive N, Macon, Georgia 31204. This family-friendly, non-competitive 5K is open to all that will feature a 1-mile fun walk/run, as well as a 3.1-miles…