Torrez " The Punisher " Finney Celebrates New Ufc Contract Signing In Macon
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Torrez “The Punisher” Finney celebrates new UFC contract in Hometown Macon

UFC Middleweight Fighter and Jones County Alum Torrez Finney stopped by Macon Thursday to hold a Meet and Greet with family, friends, and fans after signing his new UFC contract
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon native, former Jones County Defensive Lineman, and Ultimate Fighting Championship Middleweight fighter Torrez Finney was in Macon Thursday to celebrate his new UFC contract.  With family, including his mother, father, uncle, grandmother, and many others, along with friends and fans, “The Punisher” was happy to speak about his accomplishments before signing autographs and taking…

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Featured, Local News, Wheeler County

GBI, Georgia National Guard in Wheeler County to aid in Hurricane Helene relief

The GBI is working alongside members of the Georgia National Guard to get residents the supplies they need like water, food, ice, and tarps.
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)WHEELER COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wheeler County is still hard at work to recover from the damage of Hurricane Helene last week. On Monday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) set up an operation center in Alamo to store resources from the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA). Eve Rodgers, a GBI inspector and Wheeler County resident, says…

Macon Church Hosts Mental Health Summit
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Macon church hosts Mental Health Summit

The summit will be at Living Sacrifice Fellowship Ministries which is located at 1637 3rd Avenue in Macon. 
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Living Sacrifice Fellowship Ministries is hosting a mental health summit for the community. Pastor Hodges says that talking about mental health is important and he hopes to encourage these conversations during the summit. The event is October 19 from 9 a.m .to 3 p.m. The summit will be at Living Sacrifice Fellowship Ministries which is located…

What’s New This Year At The Georgia National Fair
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What’s new this year at the Georgia National Fair

Lane says there will be 20 new fair food items for the 3rd Annual Georgia National Fair Food Fight.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia National Fair is celebrating 35 years of magic and will open Thursday. Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter Marketing and Business Development Director, Maggie Lane, says she is expecting more than 500,000 people at the fair this year. Lane says there will be 20 new fair food items for the 3rd Annual Georgia National Fair…

Northside Houston County Preview
Houston County, Local Sports, Sports

Northside prepares for region rivalry showdown against Houston County

The Northside Eagles (2-4) look to pick up their first Region 2-AAAAA victory of the season against the Houston County Bears (5-1).
Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northside Eagles take on the Houston County Bears this Friday night at Freedom Field in our Week 8 Game of the Week matchup on The End Zone. The short week has Eagles head coach Ben Bailey and his squad balancing both practice and recovery before Northside plays its second region game in just four…

Highschool Football Games Scheduled For Thursday
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Some Middle Georgia high school football school rescheduled for Thursday night

Here is the list of high school football games scheduled for Thursday in Middle Georgia.
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here is the list of high school football games scheduled for Thursday in Middle Georgia. The Bleckley County Royals take on the Northeast Raiders at Thompson Stadium with a kickoff scheduled for 7 p.m. The Westside Seminoles will host the Callaway Cavaliers at Ed Defore Sports Complex.  Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. East Laurens and…

Macon Native Torrez Finney Signs New Contract With Ufc
Jones County, Local Sports, Sports

Torrez ‘The Punisher’ Finney stops by Macon Thursday to sign UFC contract

Macon native and Jones County Alum Torrez Finney will be signing his new UFC Contract at Tubman Museum Thursday at 4 p.m.
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Come see UFC Middleweight fighter and Macon native Torrez Finney as he will sign his new contract Thursday at 4 p.m at the Tubman Museum in Macon. “The Punisher” earned the new contract with his 10th straight victory in Las Vegas Tuesday night. Be there as the Jones County High School alum makes it official in…

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Featured, Local News, Washington County

Gov. Kemp discusses Hurricane Helene response in stops across Middle Georgia

Gov. Brian Kempsays federal funding is available for residents affected by Hurricane Helene in 41 Georgia counties.
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) says federal funding is available for residents affected by Hurricane Helene in 41 Georgia counties, which include Johnson, Laurens, Telfair, Treutlen, Washington, and Wheeler. In a stop at the Sandersville Fire Department, Governor Kemp spoke to and listened to the needs of people still seeking solutions to the destruction…

Dublin City Schools Reopens Today
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Dublin City Schools reopen after Hurricane Helene destruction

Dublin City schools have reopened their doors to all students and staff after being closed for nearly a week due to the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which ravaged Georgia and five other states.
Fiona King,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin City schools have reopened their doors to all students and staff after being closed for nearly a week due to the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which ravaged Georgia and five other states. Matt Taylor, principal of Irish Gifted Academy, spoke with parents to assess the impact of the hurricane on the community before the children…

Salvation Army Of Greater Macon Assisting In Recovery After Hurricane Helene
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Salvation Army of Greater Macon assisting in recovery after Hurricane Helene

The Salvation Army of Greater Macon is offering emotional and spiritual care, as well as food services for those impacted by Hurricane Helene. 
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Salvation Army Georgia Divisions have expanded Emergency Disaster Services in response to Hurricane Helene across the state, including local efforts in Macon. The Salvation Army of Greater Macon is offering emotional and spiritual care, as well as food services for those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Sgt. Sarah Sturdivant says the Salvation Army of Greater Macon…

Drop N' Play Kids
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Drop ‘N Play Kids offers unique approach to short term child care

Late night indoor playground for kids now open in Bonaire.
Fiona King,

BONAIRE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new business in Bonaire is a game-changer for parents in middle Georgia by offering a stress-free solution for parents. The concept is simple. Parents can walk in and drop off their kids at this unique indoor playground while they tackle their never-ending to-do list. This allows parents to run errands, go to appointments, or enjoy…

Middle Georgia Couple Raises Awareness About Multiple Myeloma
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Middle Georgia couple raises awareness about Multiple Myeloma

After extensive testing, Tolbert was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in 2023. Tolbert says his faith in God and his support system is what kept him fighting. 
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Middle Georgia couple is raising awareness and hosting a fundraiser about Multiple Myeloma. Lenard Tolbert noticed pain in his hips and lower-back in 2022. Tolbert found out his M protein was extremely high and further testing was required. After extensive testing, Tolbert was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in 2023. Tolbert says his faith in God…

Hoco Looks To Make It Three Wins In A Row Against Northside In Our Game Of The Week
Local Sports, Sports

Houston County Bears take on the Northside Eagles in our Game of the Week

The Bears (5-1) look to make it three in a row against the Eagles (2-4) Friday night at Freedom Field
Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Bears are coming off their 56-0 shutout victory over Veterans in their first Region 2-AAAAA matchup of the season.  HOCO Head Coach Jeremy Edwards not only has this team clicking – but has these bears dominating their opponents this season. Led by two seniors on offense, the 5-1 Bears have been…

Ghsa Regular Football Season Schedule Change
Local Sports, Sports

GHSA adjusts football schedule following Hurricane Helene

The Georgia High School Association made a final decision Tuesday to help schools impacted by Hurricane Helene.  The high school football regular season will now be extended one week to allow for make up games to be played in time before the playoffs begin November 15 and 16.
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia High School Association made a final decision Tuesday to help schools impacted by Hurricane Helene.  The high school football regular season will now be extended one week to allow for make up games to be played in time before the playoffs begin November 15 and 16. Teams across the state are still working to…

Macon Native Zavion Hardy Drops Sc And Commits To Miss St
Local Sports, Sports

Macon native Zavion Hardy commits to Mississippi State

Former Tattnall Square Academy defensive lineman and No. 1 JUCO prospect Zavion Hardy commits to Mississippi State.
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The number one junior college prospect and Macon native Zavion Hardy has committed to play football at Mississippi State, according to Mississippi State’s On3 website. During his junior year at Tattnall Square Academy, Hardy recorded 56 tackles and seven sacks, earning him All-Region 1A-Private honors. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: East Mississippi College, GIAA, GIAA…

Trump Vance 2024
Bibb County, Elections, Featured, Local News

Team Trump Bus Tour stop in Macon as part of Georgia-wide campaign push

The Team Trump Bus Tour will make a stop in Macon on Friday, October 4, as part of a three-day campaign swing across Georgia to support Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential bid.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Team Trump Bus Tour will make a stop in Macon on Friday, October 4, as part of a three-day campaign swing across Georgia to support Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential bid. The Macon event will take place at 1:30 p.m. at the Bibb County GOP Headquarters, located at 3220 Riverside Drive. The tour will feature several…

Atrium Health Navicent Shares Resources Available For Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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Atrium Health Navicent shares resources available for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

All Atrium Health Navicent mammography locations will host a Mammography Marathon from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on October 3.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Atrium Health Navicent Peyton Anderson Cancer Center is raising awareness about breast cancer by encouraging screening for early detection and treatment. Chief of Surgical Oncology for Atrium Health Navicent and Medical Director for Atrium Health Navicent Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, Dr. Paul Dale, says women need to begin…

Macon Bibb County Lifts Outdoor Burn Ban
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Macon-Bibb County lifts burn ban, permits needed to burn

The outdoor burn ban in Macon-Bibb County was lifted October 1.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The outdoor burn ban in Macon-Bibb County is lifted as of October 1. Fire recruiter/ Life Safety Educator at the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department, Lt. Jeremy Webb, says it is important that people know the rules for safe burning. Webb says that anyone who will be burning outside needs to first secure a permit. The Macon-Bibb…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Man sentenced to life for fatal stabbing of Randall Head in 2020

A 42-year-old man pleaded guilty in Bibb County Superior Court Tuesday to malice murder, theft by taking and concealing the death of another, following the 2020 death of Randall Keith Head.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 42-year-old man pleaded guilty in Bibb County Superior Court Tuesday to malice murder, theft by taking and concealing the death of another, following the 2020 death of Randall Keith Head. Photo of Bryant shared by investigators in 2020 42-year-old Jeremy Bryant was sentenced to life in prison, according to a news release from the Macon…

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Monroe County Middle School student found with Airsoft gun on campus

A Monroe County Middle School student was found to be in possession of an Airsoft gun on Tuesday, according to a message sent to parents by the Monroe County School District.
Tucker Sargent,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Monroe County Middle School student was found to be in possession of an Airsoft gun on Tuesday. According to a message to sent to parents by Monroe County Schools, “early indications are” that the Airsoft gun was in a student’s waistband, and the investigation revealed it was shown to other students. The Monroe County Sheriff’s…

Cochran Bleckley County Chamber Of Commerce To Host Country Fest
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Cochran-Bleckley County Chamber of Commerce to host Country Fest

President/CEO of the Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce, Melissa Barker, says the event is family-friendly and encourages everyone to participate. 
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce is set to host Country Fest. President/CEO of the Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce, Melissa Barker, says the event is family-friendly and encourages everyone to participate. The Pumpkin Run begins at 8 a.m. and the blood drive begins at 10 a.m. Barker says she hopes the blood drive can help people in…

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Dodge County Farmers Market hosts food truck rally for those affected by Hurricane Helene

Power outages are still affecting thousands of Middle Georgia residents following Hurricane Helene. On Tuesday, the Dodge County Farmers market helped struggling families get food and water.
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Power outages are still affecting thousands of Middle Georgia residents following Hurricane Helene. On Tuesday, the Dodge County Farmers market helped struggling families get food and water. Several local businesses came together for the Hurricane Relief Food Truck Rally at the Dodge County Courthouse in Eastman, looking to support those in Dodge and…

Northside Falls To Coffee In First Region Game 41 0
Local Sports, Sports

Week Seven finishes on Monday Night

Some week seven games were reschuleded for Monday night due to Hurricane Helene
Justin Dierkes,

MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – Here is the coverage from Monday’s slate of action. Coffee 41, Northside 0 – Eagles lose first Region 2-AAAAA game to fall to 2-4 Wheeler County 36, Hawkinsville 18 – Bulldogs improve to 5-1 (2-0) have won five straight; Red Devils fall to 3-2 Rock Springs Christian Academy 28, Windsor Academy 20 – Knights have…

Macon Td Club Players Of The Week For Week 7
Local Sports, Sports

Week Seven Macon TD Club

Southwest and Stratford were honored; Week Seven Players of the Week along with Special Guest Speaker Clay Helton
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Touchdown Club honored Southwest and Stratford this week, along with the Week Seven players of the week in Macon. Back of the Week: Westside Senior Running Back Kadiphius Iverson who had 28 carries, 314 yards, and four touchdowns in the Seminoles 35-32 loss to Morgan county. Lineman of the Week: Southwest Junior Defensive…