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Mercer offers free football tickets to Hurricane Milton evacuees for Saturday’s game against Princeton

Mercer University offers free tickets to individuals displaced by Hurricane Milton for Saturday's football game and gameday festivities.

October 9, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mercer University’s Athletics Department announced on Wednesday that complimentary tickets will be offered to those displaced by Hurricane Milton for Saturday’s football game between the 7th-ranked, undefeated Bears and Princeton. The game will be held at Five Star Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 3:30 p.m. “We want to welcome our friends from Florida and all areas…

USDA approves temporary waiver for SNAP benefits on hot foods in 84 Georgia counties

SNAP recipients can purchase hot foods in Georgia counties from October 8 through November 7 under USDA's temporary waiver.

October 9, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

MGNMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved a temporary waiver allowing SNAP recipients in 84 Georgia counties to use their benefits to purchase hot foods and meals consumed on retailer premises following the impact of Hurricane Helene. This change, in effect from October 8 through November 7, applies to authorized SNAP retailers. According to a USDA…

Coroner: Person dead after shooting at gas station in Centerville

The shooting happened around 7 a.m. Wednesday in the Marathon Gas Station parking lot, which is located at 500 Wilson Drive in Centerville.

October 9, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A person is dead after being shot at a gas station in Centerville on Wednesday, according to Houston County Coroner James Williams. The shooting happened around 7 a.m. in the Marathon Gas Station parking lot, which is located at 500 Wilson Drive in Centerville. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The identity of the…

As Hurricane Milton approaches, Florida residents flee to Georgia

As Hurricane Milton barrels towards the Gulf Coast, Florida residents are evacuating to safety, with many heading to the Peach State.

October 9, 2024

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As Hurricane Milton barrels towards the Gulf Coast, Florida residents are evacuating to safety, with many heading to the Peach State. Middle Georgia gas stations were full Wednesday morning as people fueled up to continue their journey from Florida. Evacuees from the Tampa and Lakeland area are making their way to Macon, Atlanta and Warner Robins….

Peach County Lady Trojans Softball Team Wins 3aaa Region One Championship

Peach County softball wins first region championship

The Peach County Lady Trojans (22-6) defeated the Bainbridge Lady Bearcats (8-11) 12-4 in five innings to win the GHSA 3A Region 1 championship—the first in program history.

October 9, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peach County Lady Trojans softball team won the GHSA 3A Region 1 Championship with a 12-4 victory over Bainbridge on Tuesday. With the win, Peach County secured its first region title in program history. After only winning 24 total games the last three seasons, the Lady Trojans have turned things around under first-year…

Evacuation centers in Middle Georgia now open to those fleeing Hurricane Milton

Several centers are open across Middle Georgia, including in Bibb, Houston and Monroe counties.

October 8, 2024

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Pauline Rasmussen says she and her husband Ned have experienced several hurricanes together, but she had to convince him Milton would be different and that there was a need to evacuate. “I don’t want to have to stand there and watch everything get demolished, or anybody have to come rescue me,” Rasmussen said….

Roberta Police: 8-year-old boy released from hospital after shooting, 2 adults charged

Police say the boy accidentally shot himself on Sunday while inside an unattended vehicle parked in a driveway.

October 8, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An 8-year-old boy is now out of the hospital after police say he accidentally shot himself in the leg with a handgun on Sunday while inside an unattended vehicle parked in a driveway. According to Roberta Police, officers responded to 541 Leamon Gibson Road just before 5:30 p.m. and found the boy shot in the lower…

Piedmont Macon offers early detection services for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Piedmont Macon Medical Center and Piedmont Macon North Hospital are offering Saturday mammograms from now through the end of the year

October 8, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon is raising awareness about breast cancer by encouraging screening for early detection and treatment during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Resident Physician at Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Dr. Darshit Patel, says the American Cancer Society estimates that more than 310,000 cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in the United States, and 42,780 will die…

Below average highs expected starting tomorrow

October 8, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Afternoon temperatures will largely be in the upper 70s Wednesday. This Evening A partly cloudy afternoon will see clouds clear out through the evening and into tonight. It will be a pleasant night as lows fall into the upper 50s and lower 60s, or around the average for this time of year. Winds will blow from…

Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia raises awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

VP of Operations at Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia, Dawn Burns, says that Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a time to advocate for survivors.

October 8, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia is advocating for survivors during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. VP of Operations at Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia, Dawn Burns, says that Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a time to advocate for survivors. Burns says this month is also a time to spread awareness about domestic violence for the purpose…

Larry Akins Monroe County Sheriffs Office Arrest Gfx

Deputies: Monroe County man arrested after search reveals 50 pounds of marijuana

A Monroe County man was taken into custody on Monday after deputies say they conducted a search warrant and found drugs and multiple firearms.

October 8, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Larry Akins (Photos: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Monroe County man was taken into custody on Monday after deputies say they conducted a search warrant and found drugs and multiple firearms. According to a Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release, deputies executed the search warrant at a home on Old Dames Ferry Road and found 50…

Sister Theresa shares final thoughts, prepares to leave Daybreak Macon

Sister Theresa is preparing for her next mission with the Sisters of Charity in Detroit.

October 8, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Director at Depaul USA Daybreak/Sheridan Health Center, Sister Theresa Sullivan, has served Middle Georgia for nearly eight years and now her time is coming to a close. “You know, I have mixed emotions. Huge gratitude,” says Sister Theresa when asked about her time in Macon. “When I came to Macon, Sister Katie said, you are going…

GBI rules Bibb inmate death a homicide

Agents will conduct a review of the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, according to GBI Public Affairs Specialist Lydia Bullard.

October 8, 2024

Finn Balfour,

AugustMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) Medical Examiner has ruled the death of a Bibb County inmate a homicide, according to GBI Public Affairs Specialist Lydia Bullard. The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney and Bibb County Sheriff’s Office asked the GBI to investigate 42-year-old Stephen Fossett’s death on October 2. Bullard adds that GBI agents will…

UPDATE: Man identified in deadly shooting in south Macon

Deputies responded to the 3700 block of Spencer Circle just after 3:30 p.m. in reference to a person shot.

October 8, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

UPDATE: (10/8) – According to the Macon-Bibb County Coroners Office, the man has been identified as 44-year-old Jason Elliott Mitchum, and the next of kin has been notfied. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a death that happened Monday afternoon in south Macon. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the…

Perry defeats Wayne County 56-7 in Region 1-AAAA play

The Perry Panthers (5-2) hosted a home game tonight against the Wayne County Yellow Jackets (0-7) and won 56-7

October 8, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

PERRY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Monday night in Perry, the Panthers defeated Wayne County 56-7 in region play. The Panthers were coming off their first region victory of the season last week when they won 80-47 over New Hampstead. Perry has a bye week this week. The Panthers will host Ware County in another Region 1-AAAA game October 18. Check…

Wayne County Football Team Steps Up To Help Community After Hurricane Helene

Perry community comes together to help Wayne County after Hurricane Helene

Perry faithful made the away game for Wayne County feel a little bit more like home

October 8, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

PERRY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry community came together Monday afternoon to help Wayne County. The Wayne County football team was scheduled to host the Perry Panthers in a Region 1-AAAA game. However, due to the damage left from Hurricane Helene, this region game was rescheduled to Monday in Perry at Herb St. John Stadium. So, with all the…

Macon Td Club Players Of The Week For Week 8

Macon Touchdown Club Players of the Week: Week 8

Macon TD Club named their players of the week for Week 8 Monday

October 8, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Touchdown Club Players of the Week for Week 8 are: Back of the Week: Jaivon Solomon, Senior Wide Receiver/Kick Returner for Jones County. Jaivon had 6 receptions for 126 yards, 3 receiving touchdowns. He returned a 94 yard kickoff for a touchdown. On the night, he accounted for 220 yards and 4 touchdowns…

Mercer Talks About How This Team Ranks Among Past Teams In The Bears Program

Mercer University Football prepares for Princeton

The Mercer Bears prepare for their first ever matchup against Princeton University, while ranking this 2024 Bears team among all-time Mercer teams in the program

October 8, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer University Bears football team just came off a bye week. They now prepare to face the Ivy League Princeton University for the first time ever in program history. This Bears team is undefeated at 5-0 and is off to the best start in program history. It’s also the highest ranked Mercer team ever….

Hurricane Helene recovery efforts continue in Telfair County

According to the EMA, roughly 40% of Telfair County residents were still without power Monday.

October 7, 2024

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MCRAE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Telfair County was one of the hardest hit by Hurricane Helene in Middle Georgia. Elected officials and volunteers across the community are working to help those still without power. “When I say there wasn’t a street or a road in Telfair County that didn’t have a tree or damage on it, that was…

UPDATE: Missing Warner Robins couple found safe

Mattie Brown and Isadore Brown have been located and both are safe, according to an update Monday night from Warner Robins Police.

October 7, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

UPDATE (8:15 p.m.): Mattie Brown and Isadore Brown have been located and both are safe, according to an update Monday night from Warner Robins Police. ORIGINAL STORY (3:19 p.m.): WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Police Department is asking for the community’s help locating a missing couple. 73-year-old Mattie Brown and 74-year-old Isadore Brown were staying at the…

Cooler conditions coming for Middle Georgia as Hurricane Milton churns in the Gulf of Mexico

October 7, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Despite the warm start to the new week temperatures will begin to cool some as it goes on. This Evening A mostly sunny afternoon will give way to a clear and calm night around Middle Georgia. Winds will be light and variable as temperatures drop into the lower 60s. These lows will still…

Macon Regional Crimestoppers searching for suspects

Today's word of the day: Obey

October 7, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

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? Jason…

Deputies: Woman arrested after firing gun near ‘crowded sidewalk’ in downtown Macon

Bibb County deputies say a 26-year-old woman is in custody after firing a gun near a crowded sidewalk in downtown Macon early Saturday.

October 7, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Zariah Ashayla Johnson (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County deputies say a 26-year-old woman is in custody after firing a gun near a crowded sidewalk in downtown Macon early Saturday. According to the sheriff’s office, Zariah Ashayla Johnson, who was armed with a Glock, was located in an alleyway. “When she saw deputies, she tried to…

17-year-old arrested for armed robbery in Fort Valley, police searching for additional suspect

Deputies were dispatched on October 5 to the 100 block of Molette Street at approximately 12:44 a.m. about a person being shot.

October 7, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 17-year-old was arrested for armed robbery, according to a press release from the Fort Valley Police Department. Deputies were dispatched on October 5 to the 100 block of Molette Street at approximately 12:44 a.m. about a person being shot. Deputies found Isaiah Greer with a gunshot wound and he was transported to a hospital…

Mercer University offers free tickets to individuals displaced by Hurricane Milton for Saturday's football game and gameday festivities.

SNAP recipients can purchase hot foods in Georgia counties from October 8 through November 7 under USDA's temporary waiver.

The shooting happened around 7 a.m. Wednesday in the Marathon Gas Station parking lot, which is located at 500 Wilson Drive in Centerville.

As Hurricane Milton barrels towards the Gulf Coast, Florida residents are evacuating to safety, with many heading to the Peach State.

The Peach County Lady Trojans (22-6) defeated the Bainbridge Lady Bearcats (8-11) 12-4 in five innings to win the GHSA 3A Region 1 championship—the first in program history.

Several centers are open across Middle Georgia, including in Bibb, Houston and Monroe counties.

Police say the boy accidentally shot himself on Sunday while inside an unattended vehicle parked in a driveway.

Piedmont Macon Medical Center and Piedmont Macon North Hospital are offering Saturday mammograms from now through the end of the year

VP of Operations at Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia, Dawn Burns, says that Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a time to advocate for survivors.

A Monroe County man was taken into custody on Monday after deputies say they conducted a search warrant and found drugs and multiple firearms.

Sister Theresa is preparing for her next mission with the Sisters of Charity in Detroit.

Agents will conduct a review of the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, according to GBI Public Affairs Specialist Lydia Bullard.

Deputies responded to the 3700 block of Spencer Circle just after 3:30 p.m. in reference to a person shot.

The Perry Panthers (5-2) hosted a home game tonight against the Wayne County Yellow Jackets (0-7) and won 56-7

Perry faithful made the away game for Wayne County feel a little bit more like home

Macon TD Club named their players of the week for Week 8 Monday

The Mercer Bears prepare for their first ever matchup against Princeton University, while ranking this 2024 Bears team among all-time Mercer teams in the program

According to the EMA, roughly 40% of Telfair County residents were still without power Monday.

Mattie Brown and Isadore Brown have been located and both are safe, according to an update Monday night from Warner Robins Police.

Today's word of the day: Obey

Bibb County deputies say a 26-year-old woman is in custody after firing a gun near a crowded sidewalk in downtown Macon early Saturday.

Deputies were dispatched on October 5 to the 100 block of Molette Street at approximately 12:44 a.m. about a person being shot.

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