Former Milledgeville Housing Authority clerk admits to $575,000 theft, faces up to 10 years in prison

An Eatonton woman pleaded guilty Monday to stealing $575,000 from the Milledgeville Housing Authority by overpaying herself since January 2021.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An Eatonton woman pleaded guilty Monday to stealing $575,000 from the Milledgeville Housing Authority by overpaying herself since January 2021. 49-year-old Jennifer Kay Smith will be sentenced at a later date after pleading guilty to federal program theft, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia stated in a news release. Smith was…

John Berry’s 27th annual Christmas Tour coming to Macon’s Grand Opera House

Grammy Award-winning artist John Berry is set to bring holiday cheer to Macon as part of his 27th Annual "Christmas With John Berry" tour. The event is scheduled for December 16 at The Grand Opera House.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Grammy Award-winning artist John Berry is set to bring holiday cheer to Macon as part of his 27th Annual “Christmas With John Berry” tour. The event is scheduled for December 16 at The Grand Opera House. “Twenty-seven years have passed, and I could never have foreseen the incredible blessing of sharing my music and commemorating the…

Bibb deputies: 5 charged in alleged Spirit Halloween shoplifting spree

Bibb County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested five people after reports of shoplifting at separate Spirit Halloween locations in Macon.

Blount, Jones, Ross, Smith and Worthy (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested five people after reports of shoplifting at separate Spirit Halloween locations in Macon. The suspects face multiple charges, including felony theft by shoplifting and are all in custody at the Bibb County Jail, according to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news…

Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top to play Macon Amphitheater in March 2024

American classic rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top are set to rock the Macon Amphitheater on March 24, 2024 as part of their upcoming Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour, the Macon Amphitheater announced Monday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — American classic rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top are set to rock the Macon Amphitheater on March 24, 2024 as part of their upcoming Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour, the Macon Amphitheater announced Monday. Black Stone Cherry will open the show. The artist pre-sale tickets go live on Tuesday, October 31, starting at 10 a.m….

UPDATE: Arrest made in Saturday night shooting that left 14-year-old dead

A 14-year-old boy was pronounced dead following a Saturday night shooting on Heron Street, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

UPDATE (10/29 – 10 a.m.): One person is in custody in connection with a Saturday night shooting that left a 14-year-old dead. Deputies say a person of interest, identified as 17-year-old Tylik Mantrez Green of Macon, was taken from investigation headquarters to the Bibb County Jail. Greene is charged with murder and is being held without bond. ORIGINAL STORY (10/29…

Lineman of the Week: Rutland High School

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the week Jim Wright and high school football lineman Christiaan Krietzer Of Rutland High School—both lineman 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: Jones County travels to Warner Robins in our Game of the Week

The Greyhounds (6-2, 4-0) lost to Warner Robins last year, 54-30, and had lost three straight to the Demons. The Demons (5-3, 4-0) were averaging only 23 points per game while giving up 30 points per game.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Demons hosted the Jones County Greyhounds in a huge game with the 2-AAAAA region championship on the line. The Greyhounds (6-2, 4-0) lost to Warner Robins last year, 54-30, and had lost three straight to the Demons. The Demons (5-3, 4-0) were averaging only 23 points per game while giving up 30…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northeast hosts Jordan

The Raiders (6-2, 4-1) had given up only 12 points per game in their last three games. The Red Jackets (0-7, 0-4) lost to the Central Chargers last week, 34-14.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northeast Raiders welcomed the Jordan Red Jackets to Thompson Stadium on Friday night. The Raiders (6-2, 4-1) had given up only 12 points per game in their last three games. The Red Jackets (0-7, 0-4) lost to the Central Chargers last week, 34-14. Tucker Sargent has the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags:…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northside battles Veterans

The Eagles (3-5, 1-2) beat Veterans last year, 58-7, and had won four of the last five games against the Warhawks. The Warhawks (3-5, 0-3) had lost three straight.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Veterans Warhawks took on the Northside Eagles at Herb St. John Stadium in Perry. The Eagles (3-5, 1-2) beat Veterans last year, 58-7, and had won four of the last five games against the Warhawks. The Warhawks (3-5, 0-3) had lost three straight. Check out the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Herb…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Tattnall hosts FPD

The Vikings (4-3-1, 1-1) lost a close one last week to John Milledge, 27-22. FPD was averaging 29 points per game. The Trojans (4-4, 2-0) beat FPD last season, 42-28, and led the overall series 34-20.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The FPD Vikings traveled to Jack Baynes Field to take on the Tattnall Trojans in Week 11 of The End Zone. The Vikings (4-3-1, 1-1) lost a close one last week to John Milledge, 27-22. FPD was averaging 29 points per game. The Trojans (4-4, 2-0) beat FPD last season, 42-28, and led the overall series…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: John Milledge visits Mount de Sales

The Trojans (8-0, 2-0) had won 58 games in a row. The Cavaliers (0-8, 0-3) had lost 16 games in a row.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mount de Sales Cavaliers hosted the John Milledge Trojans on Friday night. The Trojans (8-0, 2-0) had won 58 games in a row. The Cavaliers (0-8, 0-3) had lost 16 games in a row. Here are the highlights from Mike Garvin Stadium. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, high school football, john…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Baldwin welcomes Westside

The Seminoles (6-2, 2-2) beat Baldwin last season, 41-20. The Braves (5-3, 2-2) beat West Laurens last week, 32-7.

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Westside Seminoles visited the Baldwin Braves in Week 11 of The End Zone. The Seminoles (6-2, 2-2) beat Baldwin last season, 41-20. The Braves (5-3, 2-2) beat West Laurens last week, 32-7. Bill Shanks has the highlights from Braves Stadium. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: baldwin braves, Bill Shanks, braves stadium, high school…

THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores from Week 11 of high school football

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from Week 11.

The End Zone logoHere are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from Week 11. (Catch all the highlights here.) Games featured on The End Zone: FPD 29, Tattnall 26 John Milledge 49, Mount de Sales 17 Northeast 49, Jordan 0 Northside 29, Veterans 0 Warner Robins 43, Jones County 28 (Game of the Week) Westside 26, Baldwin 22    …

UPDATE: U.S. Marshals arrest Warner Robins murder suspect

U.S. Marshals arrested Anthony Jones in Reynolds Friday afternoon.

UPDATE: (10/27) – A man wanted for a murder in Warner Robins two weeks ago has been caught. U.S. Marshals arrested Anthony Jones in Reynolds Friday afternoon. Investigators say Jones was wanted for felony murder and aggravated assault in connection with the death of Demarion Harris on October 13. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ORIGINAL STORY (10/17): WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Authorities are…

Bibb deputies: Suspect found hiding in air duct after Friday morning gas station robbery

One person is in custody in connection with a robbery that happened just after 10 a.m. on Friday.

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One person is in custody in connection with a robbery that happened just after 10 a.m. on Friday. Deputies say 40-year-old Darious Alexander Mims of Macon forced his way past a store clerk at Texaco, located at 1212 Eisenhower Parkway, and took money from the register before leaving the store in a…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office seeks help identifying armed robbery suspects at Shell gas station

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public's help in identifying two suspects involved in an armed robbery.

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying two suspects involved in an armed robbery. It happened around 3 a.m. Wednesday at the Shell gas station, located at 386 Coliseum Drive. Deputies say the first suspect was spotted wearing a black face covering, a black short-sleeve t-shirt with…

UPDATE: Macon teen Joshua Brinson found safe

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says it has been notified Joshua Brinson was found safe at a family member's home.

Deputies say Joshua Brinson was last seen by family on Monday, October 23. (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (10/27) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says it has been notified Joshua Brinson was found safe at a family member’s home. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help locating a missing person. Deputies…

Jones County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your old medication

The Jones County Sheriff's Office is doing its part as the DEA hosts 'National Take Back  Day'.

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – On Saturday, law enforcement will get rid of old medication. The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is doing its part as the DEA hosts ‘National Take Back  Day’. If you have any expired medications or those that are no longer needed, you can drop them of in a box located in the front of the Sheriff’s Office…

End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Warner Robins vs. Jones County

Winner of this matchup will claim the GHSA 5A Region 2 title.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The End Zone Game of the Week features a GHSA 5A Region 2 title matchup between the Warner Robins Demons and the Jones County Greyhounds. The Warner Robins Demons are 5-3 with a 4-0 region record. They have had several new faces fill major roles this year and are still working on gelling together, according to…

Southwest beats ACE in double overtime, high-scoring showdown

The Southwest Patriots defeated the ACE Gryphons 52-51 in double overtime in a crucial GHSA 2A Region 2 battle at Ed Defore Sports Complex Thursday night.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Southwest Patriots defeated the ACE Gryphons 52-51 in double overtime in a crucial GHSA 2A Region 2 battle at Ed Defore Sports Complex Thursday night. The teams combined for nine touchdowns in the first half, and ACE led 36-28 at halftime. A defensive second half allowed the Patriots to force overtime. In the second overtime,…

Georgia woman arrested in Monroe County for Identity Theft

Investigators later learned, April Green was responsible for opening accounts using multiple victims’ information.

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Georgia woman is behind bars in Monroe County, accused of Identity Theft. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says it has received several reports recently from residents, claiming fraudulent Verizon accounts opened using their information. Investigators later learned, April Green was responsible for opening accounts using multiple victims’ information. When she was arrested, Investigators found…

Escaped Bibb County inmate Chavis Stokes taken into custody in Montezuma

Chavis Stokes, one of the four inmates who escaped the Bibb County Jail, is back in custody.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office provided this updated booking photo of Chavis Stokes.MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Chavis Stokes, one of the four inmates who escaped the Bibb County Jail, is back in custody. U.S. Marshals arrested him in Montezuma around 2 p.m. on Thursday, according to Melissa Hodges, public affairs officer for the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle…

Houston County man sentenced to 45 years for child sexual abuse crimes

A Houston County jury convicted 62-year-old Mehmet Cekil on multiple charges, including aggravated child molestation and sexual battery to a person under 16.

Mehmet Cekil (Houston County District Attorney’s Office)PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Houston County jury convicted 62-year-old Mehmet Cekil on multiple charges, including aggravated child molestation and sexual battery to a person under 16. Superior Court Judge Katherine Lumsden sentenced Cekil to 45 years in prison and a lifetime on probation on Friday, October 20, according to a Houston County District…

UPDATE: GBI makes arrest in connection with Saturday shooting in Milledgeville

The GBI says it has arrested Herbert Lee Ingram Jr. in connection with Saturday's shooting.

UPDATE (10/25) – The GBI says it has arrested Herbert Lee Ingram Jr. in connection with Saturday’s shooting. Ingram is charged with aggravated assault. He was booked into the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Detention Office. ORIGINAL STORY (10/23): MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is investigating a shooting that happened over the weekend in Milledgeville, leaving 43-year-old…