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Macon TD Club Week Four Players of the Week

Macon Touchdown Club chose its three Players of the Week for Week Four of the High School Football Season

September 10, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Touchdown Club announced their three players of the week for Week Four of the high school football season. Back of the Week – Southwest Senior Quarterback Steve Robinson – 388 Total Yards (208 passing, 180 rushing) and four total touchdowns (two passing, two rushing) in the upset 30-29 win over top 10 ranked…

New Nationally Ranked Mercer Prepares For First Socon Test Of The Season

Newly nationally ranked Mercer prepares for first SoCon test of season

The Mercer Bears (2-0) prepare to head north to face SoCon opponent, 14th ranked Chattanooga (0-2), in their conference opener.

September 9, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer Bears football team is off to a hot start in the 2024 season. They are 2-0 after two non-conference wins over Presbyterian and Bethune-Cookman. The Bears are now ranked 23rd nationally, according to Stats Perform, and 24th nationally, according to AFCA Coaches. The Bears are now prearing for their first Southern Conference battle…

UPDATE: Arrest made after threat in Telfair County, schools remain closed Tuesday

All Telfair County School District schools will be closed on Tuesday, September 10 due to an ongoing threat investigation.

September 9, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (10:30 p.m.): Telfair County Sheriff Sim Davidson says the person responsible for making the threatening post has been taken into law enforcement custody. “Thank you to all the individuals and agencies who worked diligently in identifying this individual to quickly resolve the matter,” he wrote. “Though school has been cancelled for tomorrow 9/10, effective Wednesday 9/11, our office, as…

Former Georgia Governor Nathan Deal holds book signing at Mercer’s Roberts Academy

"She told me that she'd read all the books that she had and she wanted me to write her one. So, I promised her I would and this is the end product of that promise," former Governor Nathan Deal said of his late wife, Sandra Deal.

September 9, 2024

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mercer’s Roberts Academy was packed on Monday as former Georgia Governor Nathan Deal held a book signing for his new children’s book, along with its illustrator, Cheryl Riner Hodge. The former governor, now the author of “Veto, The Governor’s Cat,” says one of the many reasons for writing the book was his late…

UPDATE: Man charged with making threats against Monroe County School District makes first court appearance

Christopher Cooper, the man charged with making "disturbing" threats of violence toward the Monroe County School District, made his first court appearance on Monday, with Judge Tommy Wilson setting his bond at $1 million.

September 9, 2024

Tucker Sargent, Monica Diaz-Meek,

Christopher Cooper (Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (9/9): Christopher Cooper, the man charged with making “disturbing” threats of violence toward the Monroe County School District, made his first court appearance on Monday, with Judge Tommy Wilson setting his bond at $1 million. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says if Cooper makes bond, his conditions will be set as follows: Shall…

Mostly sunny and pleasant Tuesday

September 9, 2024

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There will be one more sunny day for Middle Georgia before clouds arrive courtesy of Tropical Storm Francine. This Evening Partly to mostly cloudy skies from the afternoon will give way to mostly clear conditions overnight. It will feel like an autumn night as most spots in Middle Georgia drop into the lower 60s. One or…

Lineman of the Week: ACE

September 9, 2024

David Tufts,

Tonight, we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the Week, Brad Taylor, and high school football lineman, Dutch True of Academy Of Classical Education. Both linemen work 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

UPDATE: Middle Georgia schools, law enforcement respond to social media threats; several arrests made

Law enforcement and school officials across Middle Georgia are ramping up security measures in response to social media threats following last week's deadly school shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder.

September 9, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (9/10 – 4:50 p.m.) – The Bibb County School District identified the two people arrested on Sunday as a 13-year-old and a 17-year-old. Both were charged with possession of a firearm by a minor. District spokesperson Stephanie Hartley says the 13-year-old is still in custody at the Regional Youth Detention Center. The 17-year-old has been released from the Bibb…

Warner Robins hosts inaugural International City Experience

The inaugural International City Experience in Warner Robins attracted hundreds of people to Perkins Field on Saturday.

September 8, 2024

Fiona King,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The inaugural International City Experience in Warner Robins attracted hundreds of people to Perkins Field on Saturday. The festival, which ran from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., celebrated the city’s diverse cultural heritage. Music filled the air, and attendees couldn’t help but move to the beat of the music. A wide range of performances took…

Woman dies in crash on I-75 south in Bibb County

The crash happened just after 2 p.m. Saturday.

September 7, 2024

Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One person died in a crash on Interstate 75 south on Saturday that shut down all lanes. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, the crash happened just after 2 p.m., just south of Exit 153, the Sardis Church Road Exit. Deputies say a Kia Sorento collided with a Toyota…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Dodge County visits ACE in our Game of the Week

The Indians (3-0) beat Central last week and came into this one scoring 30.5 points per game. The Gryphons (2-0) shut out Jefferson County last week, 45-0, and were averaging 41.5 points per game.

September 6, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The ACE Gryphons hosted the Dodge County Indians in Week 4 of The End Zone. The Indians (3-0) beat Central last week and came into this one scoring 30.5 points per game. The Gryphons (2-1) shut out Jefferson County last week, 45-0, and were averaging 41.5 points per game. This was the first time the programs…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: FPD welcomes Brookstone

The Cougars (1-2) lost to Tattnall in Week One and lost to FPD last season, 46-28. The Vikings (2-1) lost to Pacelli last week, snapping FPD's 7-game winning streak dating back to last year.

September 6, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The FPD Vikings hosted the Brookstone Cougars in Week 4 of The End Zone. The Cougars (1-2) lost to Tattnall in Week One and lost to FPD in the regular season (46-28) and state championship game (44-24) in 2023. The Vikings (3-1) lost to Pacelli last week, snapping FPD’s 7-game winning streak dating back to last…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Warner Robins visits Houston County

The Demons (3-1) had lost the last two games against Houston County, including a 41-7 loss in 2023. The Bears (3-0) had scored 44 points per game this season and were ranked #9 in Class 5A.

September 6, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Demons battled the Houston County Bears at Freedom Field on Friday night. The Demons (3-1) had lost the last two games against Houston County, including a 41-7 loss in 2023. The Bears (3-1) had scored 44 points per game this season and were ranked #9 in Class 5A. Bill Shanks has the…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Tattnall hosts Calvary Christian

The Trojans (3-1) had won two straight after dropping their season opener. The Knights (0-3) lost to Mount de Sales last week, 7-6. The team was averaging just three points per game.

September 6, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Tattnall Square Trojans welcomed the Calvary Christian Knights on Friday night. The Trojans (3-1) had won two straight after dropping their season opener. The Knights (0-4) lost to Mount de Sales last week, 7-6. The team was averaging just three points per game. Check out the highlights from Jack Baynes Field. Categories: End Zone,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Rutland welcomes Lamar County

The Trojans (3-0) beat Jackson last week and were ranked fourth in Class A. The Hurricanes (0-3) lost to Howard last week and were only averaging eight points per game.

September 6, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Rutland Hurricanes hosted the Lamar County Trojans at Ed Defore Sports Complex on Friday night. The Trojans (3-0) beat Jackson last week and were ranked fourth in Class A. The Hurricanes (0-4) lost to Howard last week and were only averaging eight points per game. Here are the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Wilkinson County travels to Stratford

The Warriors (2-2) lost to Jasper County last week and came into this one averaging 23.3 points per game this season. The Eagles (3-0) beat Pinewood Christian 48-7 last week and were averaging 43.7 points per game.

September 6, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Stratford Eagles welcomed the Wilkinson County Warriors to Eagle Field on Friday night. The Warriors (2-2) lost to Jasper County last week and came into this one averaging 23.3 points per game this season. The Eagles (4-0) beat Pinewood Christian 48-7 last week and were averaging 43.7 points per game. Here’s Tucker Sargent with the…

King of Soul Festival honoring Otis Redding gets underway

Weekend events kick-off with Evening of Respect

September 6, 2024

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Third Annual King of Soul Festival kicks off tonight in Macon, paying tribute to the legendary Otis Redding. The festivities will commence at the Macon City Auditorium with the much-anticipated event, “An Evening of Respect.” Fans and attendees can expect a night filled with music, memories, and fun as the community gathers to celebrate the enduring…

THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores from Week 4 of high school football

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from Week 4.

September 6, 2024

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from Week 4. (Catch all the highlights here.) Games featured on The End Zone: Dodge County 33 ACE 28 Warner Robins 54 Houston County 44 Lamar County 62 Rutland 7 Brookstone 3 FPD 6 Calvary Christian 6 Tattnall 41 Wilkinson County 12 Stratford 28 Other scores: Fayette…

Pilot Club of Jones County to host Touch-A-Truck

Tickets are $5 and food will be available to purchase.

September 6, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Pilot Club of Jones County is hosting Touch-A-Truck to raise funds for brain awareness. Pilot Club member, Beth Coon, says the event is September 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jones County Sheriff’s Office. There will be all kinds of equipment, emergency vehicles, tractor trucks, concrete trucks and more for attendees to…

Middle Georgia Regional Library encouraging residents to sign up for library card

Marketing Coordinator at the Middle Georgia Regional Library, Andrew Willis, says nearly 50% of residents have a library card and they are hoping to increase that number.

September 6, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Middle Georgia Regional Library is encouraging the community to sign up for a library card during the month of September. Marketing Coordinator at the Middle Georgia Regional Library, Andrew Willis, says nearly 50% of residents have a library card and they are hoping to increase that number. Willis says that the library offers more than…

East Laurens Shuts Out Central 49 0 For The Falcons First Region Win Of The Season

East Laurens shuts out Central 49-0 for first region win of the season

Former Chargers head coach and new East Laurens head coach Jesse Hicks took the Falcons (2-2) to Ed Defore to win their first region game of the year over Central (0-4) by a final score of 49-0.

September 6, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The East Laurens Falcons (2-2), led by Head Coach Jesse Hicks, former Central Head Coach, shut out Central (0-4) 49-0 at Ed Defore Sports Complex Thursday night to pick up their first region win of the season. East Laurens will face Dodge County (2-0) on September 20, while Central will battle Southwest (1-3) in two Region…

Northeast Raiders roll over Jefferson County 47-0

The Northeast Raiders (3-1) shut out region opponent Jefferson County (0-4) 47-0 Thursday night at Thompson Stadium.

September 6, 2024

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northeast Raiders (3-1) beat the Jefferson County Warriors (0-4) at Thompson Stadium Thursday night, 47-0. Senior runningback Nick Woodford had multiple touchdowns in the first half and junior wide receiver Keandre Jackson had two touchdown catches in the first half as well. Northeast takes on region opponent ACE (2-0) on September 20. Categories: Local Sports,…

Bibb County School District Superintendent expresses concern over unexcused absences, aims to prevent chronic absenteeism

Dr. Sims says his concern is that this trend continues and leads to chronic absenteeism.

September 5, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County School District Superintendent, Dr Dan Sims, is expressing concern over unexcused absences during the month of August. Dr. Sims says his concern is that this trend continues and leads to chronic absenteeism. Sims shared a post on Facebook that gained community attention and concern. Sims says that the school district has seen a continued…

Goodwill offers tips for upcoming career and job expo, showcases budget-friendly interview outfits

Goodwill will be hosting 'Get Ready to Get Hired Workshops' where attendees will cover topics such as making a great first impression, resume writing, and more.

September 5, 2024

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Goodwill is set to host the Fall 2024 Career and Resource Expo. The event is September 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The career and resource expo will be at the Anderson Conference Center, located at 5171 Eisenhower Pkwy Suite D. Senior Director of Career Services, Carlye Thompson, says she encourages attendees to utilize their…

Macon Touchdown Club chose its three Players of the Week for Week Four of the High School Football Season

The Mercer Bears (2-0) prepare to head north to face SoCon opponent, 14th ranked Chattanooga (0-2), in their conference opener.

All Telfair County School District schools will be closed on Tuesday, September 10 due to an ongoing threat investigation.

"She told me that she'd read all the books that she had and she wanted me to write her one. So, I promised her I would and this is the end product of that promise," former Governor Nathan Deal said of his late wife, Sandra Deal.

Christopher Cooper, the man charged with making "disturbing" threats of violence toward the Monroe County School District, made his first court appearance on Monday, with Judge Tommy Wilson setting his bond at $1 million.

Law enforcement and school officials across Middle Georgia are ramping up security measures in response to social media threats following last week's deadly school shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder.

The inaugural International City Experience in Warner Robins attracted hundreds of people to Perkins Field on Saturday.

The crash happened just after 2 p.m. Saturday.

The Indians (3-0) beat Central last week and came into this one scoring 30.5 points per game. The Gryphons (2-0) shut out Jefferson County last week, 45-0, and were averaging 41.5 points per game.

The Cougars (1-2) lost to Tattnall in Week One and lost to FPD last season, 46-28. The Vikings (2-1) lost to Pacelli last week, snapping FPD's 7-game winning streak dating back to last year.

The Demons (3-1) had lost the last two games against Houston County, including a 41-7 loss in 2023. The Bears (3-0) had scored 44 points per game this season and were ranked #9 in Class 5A.

The Trojans (3-1) had won two straight after dropping their season opener. The Knights (0-3) lost to Mount de Sales last week, 7-6. The team was averaging just three points per game.

The Trojans (3-0) beat Jackson last week and were ranked fourth in Class A. The Hurricanes (0-3) lost to Howard last week and were only averaging eight points per game.

The Warriors (2-2) lost to Jasper County last week and came into this one averaging 23.3 points per game this season. The Eagles (3-0) beat Pinewood Christian 48-7 last week and were averaging 43.7 points per game.

Weekend events kick-off with Evening of Respect

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from Week 4.

Tickets are $5 and food will be available to purchase.

Marketing Coordinator at the Middle Georgia Regional Library, Andrew Willis, says nearly 50% of residents have a library card and they are hoping to increase that number.

Former Chargers head coach and new East Laurens head coach Jesse Hicks took the Falcons (2-2) to Ed Defore to win their first region game of the year over Central (0-4) by a final score of 49-0.

The Northeast Raiders (3-1) shut out region opponent Jefferson County (0-4) 47-0 Thursday night at Thompson Stadium.

Dr. Sims says his concern is that this trend continues and leads to chronic absenteeism.

Goodwill will be hosting 'Get Ready to Get Hired Workshops' where attendees will cover topics such as making a great first impression, resume writing, and more.

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