The End Zone Highlights: John Milledge Welcomes Tiftarea
End Zone, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: John Milledge welcomes Tiftarea

The Trojans had won 60 games in a row while beating teams by an average margin of 27 points per game. The Panthers had lost to John Milledge three times during the Trojans' win streak, with their last win coming in 2021.
Clayton Poulnott,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The John Milledge Trojans battled the Tiftarea Panthers at Trojan Field on Friday night in the second round of the playoffs. The Trojans had won 60 games in a row while beating teams by an average margin of 27 points per game. The Panthers had lost to John Milledge three times during the Trojans’ win streak,…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Health Club to reopen after 10 years

"This has been a very long time coming."
Dejon Campbell,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In a joint press conference Friday, Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller and the Macon-Bibb Urban Development Authority, Executive Director Alex Morrison announced the Macon Health Club will reopen after being closed for nearly a decade. The revamp of the current building will be led by the Macon-Bibb UDA, which now has ownership of the property after…

Mercer Wbb Falls To Georgia By 20 (highlights)
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Mercer WBB falls to Georgia by 20 (highlights)

UGA has won 29 consecutive games against Mercer.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Georgia Bulldogs stormed into Hawkins Arena and dominated the Mercer Bears 77-57. The most significant factor in the game was turnovers, with Georgia forcing 20 turnovers and scoring 32 points off of the Bears’ mistakes. Deja Williams led the Bears with 14 points, 6 assists, and 3 steals. Mercer is 1-3 on the season and looks…

End Zone Game Of The Week Preview: Mary Persons Vs. Crisp County
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The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Mary Persons vs. Crisp County

The End Zone Game of the Week for Week 14 features a GHSA 3A 2nd-round matchup between the Mary Persons Bulldogs and the Crisp County Cougars.
Shaaz Peerani,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The End Zone Game of the Week for Week 14 features a GHSA 3A 2nd-round matchup between the Mary Persons Bulldogs and the Crisp County Cougars. The Bulldogs entered the state playoffs as one of the hottest teams in Georgia, with their only loss of the season occurring on August 25. They are currently on a…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Burger Week 2023: Oh Honey Baking Co.’s ‘Macaron Burger’

We conclude our coverage of Macon Burger Week 2023 with a taste of something sweet instead of savory.
Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — We conclude our coverage of Macon Burger Week 2023 with a taste of something sweet instead of savory. 41NBC’s Draze Rozelle visited Ingleside and popped into Oh Honey Baking Co. Their entry is the “Macaron Burger.” It’s a chocolate macaron shell filled with a ganache patty with strawberry compote and buttercream toppings. They also have a…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Person of interest arrested in disappearance of Gabriella Dixon

19-year-old Jatarvius Deangelo Price was arrested in Juliette as a person of interest in the disappearance of Gabriella Dixon, a Macon 18-year-old reported missing on October 31.
Tucker Sargent, Clayton Poulnott,

Jatarvius Price (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office) Gabriella Dixon (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office) UPDATE (11/17): 19-year-old Jatarvius Deangelo Price was arrested in Juliette as a person of interest in the disappearance of Gabriella Dixon, a Macon 18-year-old reported missing on October 31. The arrest followed a search warrant execution in the ongoing investigation of Dixon’s case, according to the Bibb County…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

AT&T boosts Macon’s economic growth with major fiber internet expansion

The internet service provider is expanding to 20,000 fiber locations for schools, businesses and residents. Fiber allows for faster internet speeds, which the company says will strengthen communications.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Whether you’re a student or small business owner in Macon-Bibb County, AT&T is working toward improving your internet connectivity by expanding its fiber internet services. The internet service provider is expanding to 20,000 fiber locations for schools, businesses and residents. Fiber allows for faster internet speeds, which the company says will strengthen communications. According to the…
Featured, Laurens County, Local News

UPDATE: Dublin man arrested in connection with homicide

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has arrested 43-year-old Kenneth Jurell Kates of Dublin in connection with Tyronda Hall's death.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (11/16): The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has arrested 43-year-old Kenneth Jurell Kates of Dublin in connection with Tyronda Hall’s death. Kates is charged with murder. The GBI says he was taken into custody on Monday, November 13, following the Dublin Police Department’s request for GBI assistance in the investigation. On November 9, Dublin Police responded to a homicide…

Toys For Tots Ride
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Support children in need at 2nd annual Toys for Tots Ride sponsored by Houston County DA’s office

The Houston County District Attorney’s Office will host its 2nd annual Toys for Tots Ride on Saturday, November 18, starting at the Houston County Courthouse.
Tucker Sargent,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County District Attorney’s Office will host its 2nd annual Toys for Tots Ride on Saturday, November 18, starting at the Houston County Courthouse and ending at Walmart on Booth Road in Warner Robins. The charity motorcycle ride, starting at 11 a.m. following a 10 a.m. registration, is open to all who wish to support…

Time Capsule
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Atrium Health Navicent prepares time capsule for 2073

Atrium Health Navicent is looking toward the future by preparing a time capsule with artifacts from the present.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent is looking toward the future by preparing a time capsule with artifacts from the present. The time capsule is set to be opened 50 years from now in 2073. Items placed in the capsule include: • A booklet commemorating the Navicent Health Foundation’s 50th anniversary in 2023 • Memorabilia from the Macon-Bibb County…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Burger Week 2023: The Library Taphouse & Kitchen’s ‘Three Little Pigs’ Burger

The Library Taphouse & Kitchen, located on Mercer University Drive, is showcasing its "Three Little Pigs" burger for Macon Burger Week.
Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Library Taphouse & Kitchen, located on Mercer University Drive, is showcasing its “Three Little Pigs” burger for Macon Burger Week. The Library, the 2022 Macon Burger Week winner with its “Bearenstain Bear” entry, is offering a pork lover’s dream this year. The 2023 entry features a beef brisket short rib patty topped with smoked pork…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Rain to back off Thursday; cloud cover lingers

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Rest of the Day Off and on showers will remain possible through the evening and into tonight, however it will largely taper off ahead of Thursday morning. Overcast skies will also linger into tonight as well. Temperatures will remain mild with lows tonight in the low to mid 50s, or about 5-10 degrees cooler than…

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Elections, Featured, Local News, Peach County

Fort Valley faces runoff election amid charter confusion, audit delays

Fort Valley is headed for a runoff election for city council in December, and the City Administrator says it could have been avoided.
Dejon Campbell,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fort Valley is headed for a runoff election for city council in December, and the city administrator says it could have been avoided. However, state representatives say that’s not the case. “The current charter states for majority of votes cast, so that is it,” State Rep. Patty Stinson said. “That is the end of that…

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Macon-Bibb County allocates $2.4M in federal aid to combat housing insecurity

Macon-Bibb County Commissioners approved a total of $2.4 million in federal funds to address housing insecurity in the county.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With the cost of housing steadily on the rise, some families are struggling to make ends meet. That’s why the Macon-Bibb County government is working with local agencies to address housing insecurity. On Tuesday, Macon-Bibb County commissioners approved a total of $2.4 million in federal funds to be distributed to community organizations to address housing insecurity….

Habitat Light More Homes
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Macon Habitat for Humanity illuminates Mercer Village with ‘Light More Homes’ Christmas display

Lights will be switched on starting Thursday, November 16 at 5:30 p.m. and will be on every night through January 5 in Mercer Village.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Area Habitat for Humanity is getting in the holiday spirit with its annual Light More Homes Christmas lights display. Lights will be switched on starting Thursday, November 16 at 5:30 p.m. and will be on every night through January 5 in Mercer Village. The Christmas display is one of Habitat’s largest fundraising events. It…

Gloomy Rainy Day
Local News, Weather

Gloomy rainy day

Chris Denmark,

Rainy Wednesday is on tap for Middle Georgia with light rain expected off and own all day. Today we will not make it out of the upper 50s which will make the rain even more gloomy. However this evening the surface low pressure over the Gulf of Mexico will begin to move to the west which will cause our rain…

Interstate Crash
Bibb County, Featured, Local News, Twiggs County

Major crash on I-16 Westbound causes traffic gridlock, multiple injuries reported

A multiple vehicle crash Tuesday night on I-16 Westbound near Sgoda Road (MP10) has brought traffic to a standstill.
Tucker Sargent,

MGNTWIGGS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A multiple vehicle crash around on I-16 Westbound near Sgoda Road (MP10) has brought traffic to a standstill. A Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) GA Alert reports the crash involved five vehicles, including an overturned tractor-trailer and a Jeep, both of which were engulfed in flames. Twelve people were injured, according to GDOT. Three of…

Roquan Smith Food Giveaway
Featured, Local News, Macon County

Macon County residents get help with Thanksgiving meals from Roquan Smith

The food giveaway was organized by former Macon County High School and UGA football star Roquan Smith, who now plays for the Baltimore Ravens.
Andrew Willis,

MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As families prepare to gather around the table for Thanksgiving next week, buying enough food for the holiday can be hard for some households, but a famous former resident of Montezuma is giving back to the community during the season of giving. Cars lined up outside of the Preston Williams Family Center in Montezuma as early…

Byron Welcome Center Donations
Featured, Local News, Peach County

Byron Welcome Center asking for donations for developmentally disabled adults

Residents of the Heart of Georgia Developmental Disabilities Ministries Home are asking for necessities and Christmas wishlist gifts.
Andrew Willis,

BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Byron Welcome Center is asking for your donations to help make Christmas a little brighter for adults with developmental disabilities. Residents of the Heart of Georgia Developmental Disabilities Ministries Home are asking for hygiene products like body wash, razors and cleaning supplies. “I feel like Christmas is so strongly focused towards children that it’s always…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Ground broken on two ‘blight fight’ Macon homes

"Just excited! Ready to get in and decorate. I'm just really grateful for the opportunity."
Dejon Campbell,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two families are now first time homeowners, thanks to a $1 million dollar program between Macon-Bibb’s American Rescue Plan and the Peyton Anderson Foundation. The homes home are also a result of the county’s fight against blight. According to Mayor Lester Miller, 600 abandoned structures have been torn down in the last two and a half…

Smith And Green
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: 2 women arrested, accused of aiding escape and capture of Johnifer Barnwell

A Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release says the sheriff's office Gang Unit, with the assistance of the Drug Unit, Special Response Team and FBI, arrested 30-year-old Jacorshia Smith and 30-year-old Janecia Green around 6 a.m. Tuesday in the 1700 block of Campbell Avenue in Macon.
Tucker Sargent,

Smith and Green (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (11/14 – 4:35 p.m.):  Two women are now in custody, accused of aiding the escape and capture of 37-year-old Johnifer Dernard Barnwell. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says the sheriff’s office Gang Unit, with the assistance of the Drug Unit, Special Response Team and FBI, arrested 30-year-old Jacorshia Smith and 30-year-old…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Burger Week 2023: Sophia’s on Second ‘Mississippi Blues’ burger

It's the second day of Macon Burger Week, and we're continuing our coverage at a new establishment called Sophia's on Second.
Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It’s the second day of Macon Burger Week, and we’re continuing our coverage at a new establishment called Sophia’s on Second. It opened in July and the staff is excited about participating in their first burger week. For their entry, Sophia’s is offering the “Mississippi Blues” burger, which has marinated braised beef in a Mississippi au…

Late Tuesday Rain Possible
Featured, Local News, Weather

Late Tuesday rain possible

Chris Denmark,

Might want to dust off the rain gear for the next couple of days as starting late today thru Friday rain will occur across Middle Georgia. This morning we saw lots of cloud coverage with temperatures in upper 40s and low 50s.  This afternoon we will reach the mid 60s with cloudy skies and a 30 percent chance of rain….