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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.

November 14, 2023

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 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.

November 14, 2023

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…

Ground broken on two ‘blight fight’ Macon homes

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

November 14, 2023

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…

Rain moves into Middle Georgia tonight; wet Wednesday expected

November 14, 2023

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A mass of tropical moisture will bring widespread shower activity to Middle Georgia starting tonight. This Evening Overcast skies will take over as the sun sets with light rain likely to move into the southern counties of Middle Georgia during that timeframe. It will be rather muggy overnight with the wind picking up out of the…

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.

November 14, 2023

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…

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.

November 14, 2023

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

November 14, 2023

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….

Mercer men’s soccer to face FIU in the first round of the NCAA National Tournament

Mercer has won five SoCon Tournament Titles since 2016.

November 13, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Mercer men’s soccer team waited patiently, staring at the television screen, hoping to find out who they’d face in the first round of the NCAA Division I Men’s Soccer National Tournament; and after 38 teams were announced, Mercer’s name finally flashed across the screen as they are set to take on Florida International. The Bears had…

Cloudy conditions return Tuesday

November 13, 2023

Aaron Lowery,

MACON – Overcast conditions will return to Middle Georgia Tuesday. The Rest of the Evening Scattered clouds will stick around overnight, however they should mainly remain the upper level cirrus clouds. Temperatures will drop into the mid to upper 40s with winds from the northeast at 5-10 mph. Some thicker clouds may begin to arrive tomorrow morning. Tomorrow An…

Macon Burger Week 2023: Cashman’s Pub ‘Brotherly Love’ Burger

The first of our stops this week is Cashman's Pub on Cherry Street. Their entry, called "Brotherly Love," features a beef brisket and short rib patty topped with chopped ribeye steak, grilled onions, grilled peppers, white American cheese and Boro sauce, all on a toasted bun.

November 13, 2023

Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The 6th annual Macon Burger Week is finally here! From Monday, November 13 through Sunday, November 19, 27 local restaurants will showcase original creations to be judged by Middle Georgians to see who will win best burger. This week will be jam-packed with mouth-watering dishes freshly cooked for those who dare to try and taste them…

Students at Northeast High School get hands-on experience with nanotechnology

The goal of the workshop was to show students the different fields and careers where nanotechnology is used.

November 13, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Professors from Georgia Tech’s Institute for Electronics and Nanotechnology paid a visit to Northeast High School in Macon Monday to give students a hand-on demonstration in nanotechnology. Students learned about nanotechnology by reinforcing laminate paper with a thin film of acetone, the same way silicon chips are reinforced with metals. The workshop was hosted by Northeast…

UPDATE: Deputies say Roy Lee Queen found safe

UPDATE: Deputies say Roy Lee Queen has been found safe.

November 13, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Roy Lee Queen (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE: Deputies say Roy Lee Queen has been found safe. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office needs help locating a missing man. A sheriff’s office news release says 52-year-old Roy Lee Queen Jr. was last seen on Pershing Avenue Saturday night. His family members told deputies he suffers from schizophrenia…

Dry today rain expected by tomorrow

November 13, 2023

Chris Denmark,

Folks you better enjoy today as it will be the only day this week that does not have a chance to see rain. This morning we saw temperatures in the 50s and 40s with cloud coverage. Today we will see clouds with temperatures in the mid to upper 60s. Tonight we dip back into the 40s for another chilly night…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Johnson County hosts Washington-Wilkes in our Game of the Week

The Trojans had won their region two years in a row and were averaging 28 points per game while only giving up 14 per game.

November 10, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Johnson County Trojans welcomed the Washington-Wilkes Tigers for the first round of the high school football playoffs. The Trojans had won their region two years in a row and were averaging 28 points per game while only giving up 14 per game. This was the first ever meeting between the two schools. Shaaz Peerani has…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Stratford welcomes Strong Rock Christian

The Eagles were averaging 24 points per game while giving up 22 points per game. Stratford beat Strong Rock 41-0 in 2021 and 28-21 in 2020.

November 10, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Stratford Eagles hosted the Strong Rock Christian Patriots Friday night at Eagle Field. It was a play-in game in the GIAA playoffs. The winner gets FPD next week. The Eagles were averaging 24 points per game while giving up 22 points per game. Stratford beat Strong Rock 41-0 in 2021 and 28-21 in 2020. Tucker…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Jones County hosts Northside-Columbus

The Greyhounds are looking to make a deep playoff run this year after falling to Ware County in the opening round last season.

November 10, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Greyhounds welcomed the Northside-Columbus Patriots for a first round playoff game. The Greyhounds are looking to make a deep playoff run this year after falling to Ware County in the opening round last season. Bill Shanks has the highlights from Greyhound Field. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Colubus Patriots,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Warner Robins hosts McIntosh

The Demons had won five in a row and entered the playoffs as region champs for the first time since 2020.

November 10, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Demons hosted the McIntosh Chiefs at McConnell-Talbert Stadium Friday night. The Demons had won five in a row and entered the playoffs as region champs for the first time since 2020. This was the first ever game between Warner Robins and McIntosh. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: high school football,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Mary Persons welcomes Long County

The Bulldogs were scoring 33 points per game while only giving up 12 per game. Their only loss this year was to Spalding.

November 10, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mary Persons Bulldogs took on the Long County Blue Tide in the first round of the playoffs on Friday night. The Bulldogs were scoring 33 points per game while only giving up 12 per game. Their only loss this year was to Spalding. Bill Shanks has the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags:…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Dublin hosts Screven County

The Fighting Irish were the #2 team in their region and had won four straight games. They were scoring 43 points per game and only giving up 14 per game. Dublin last played Screven County in 2015, and the Gamecocks won.

November 10, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dublin Fighting Irish battled the Screven County Gamecocks inside The Shamrock Bowl on Friday night. The Fighting Irish were the #2 team in their region and had won four straight games. They were scoring 43 points per game and only giving up 14 per game. Dublin last played Screven County in 2015, and the Gamecocks…

THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores from 1st round of high school football playoffs

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from the first week of GHSA football playoffs.

November 10, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

The End Zone logoMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from the 1st round of the GHSA football playoffs: (Catch all the highlights here.) Note: Teams in GHSA AAAA and AA will play their first round playoff games on Saturday, November 11. Games featured on The End Zone: Dublin 49, Screven County 0 Johnson…

Middle Georgia gathers to honor servicemen and women for Veterans Day

"It's a very dangerous occupation. Especially if you're in battle, but it's so satisfying."

November 10, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Communities across Middle Georgia celebrated servicemen and women on Friday ahead on Veterans Day on Saturday. Middle Georgia State University and Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller, came together to honor those who have served and are currently serving. One of honored was Major Kevin Gunerman, a veteran who now serves in the Bibb County School District as…

Sweet Eleanor’s dessert shop opens its doors to downtown Macon

The shop was named after owner Scott Mitchell’s grandmother, who would bake him treats as a child.

November 10, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A new dessert shop is opening its doors to downtown Macon, serving up sweet treats and fond memories. Nearly fifty people turned out for the grand opening of Sweet Eleanor’s on Poplar Street Friday. Sweet Eleanor’s menu includes desserts, gelato, shakes, and coffee. Owner Scott Mitchell says there will also be seasonal menu options just in…

Lineman of the Week: John Milledge Academy

November 10, 2023

David Tufts,

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the week Brennon Tyson and high school football lineman Brandon Watson of John Milledge Academy—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

Mercer WBB earns first victory on the season in their home-opener (highlights)

The Bears have five returners and seven newcomers.

November 9, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –After falling in their season opener to Western Kentucky, the Mercer women’s basketball team took advantage of home court, winning their first game of the season 70-62 against Florida Atlantic at Hawkins Arena. The Bears have only five returners and seven newcomers this season. One of the newcomers is former Veterans Warhawk Stacie Jones, who led the…

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

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

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

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.

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

Mercer has won five SoCon Tournament Titles since 2016.

The first of our stops this week is Cashman's Pub on Cherry Street. Their entry, called "Brotherly Love," features a beef brisket and short rib patty topped with chopped ribeye steak, grilled onions, grilled peppers, white American cheese and Boro sauce, all on a toasted bun.

The goal of the workshop was to show students the different fields and careers where nanotechnology is used.

UPDATE: Deputies say Roy Lee Queen has been found safe.

The Trojans had won their region two years in a row and were averaging 28 points per game while only giving up 14 per game.

The Eagles were averaging 24 points per game while giving up 22 points per game. Stratford beat Strong Rock 41-0 in 2021 and 28-21 in 2020.

The Greyhounds are looking to make a deep playoff run this year after falling to Ware County in the opening round last season.

The Demons had won five in a row and entered the playoffs as region champs for the first time since 2020.

The Bulldogs were scoring 33 points per game while only giving up 12 per game. Their only loss this year was to Spalding.

The Fighting Irish were the #2 team in their region and had won four straight games. They were scoring 43 points per game and only giving up 14 per game. Dublin last played Screven County in 2015, and the Gamecocks won.

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from the first week of GHSA football playoffs.

"It's a very dangerous occupation. Especially if you're in battle, but it's so satisfying."

The shop was named after owner Scott Mitchell’s grandmother, who would bake him treats as a child.

The Bears have five returners and seven newcomers.

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