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Johnson County High School football team displays academic excellence

If they meet certain requirements, the Johnson County High School football team could have both the valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2023.

November 7, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Johnson County High School football team finished the regular season 7-3, with a 5-0 region record, claiming back-to-back region titles. But the Trojans’ seniors have not only excelled on the gridiron but also in the classroom. If they meet certain requirements, the Trojan football team’s senior class could include the valedictorian and salutatorian for the graduating…

Current And Former Forsyth Mayors Face Off In Rematch

UPDATE: Forsyth Mayor re-elected for another term

Current Forsyth Mayor Eric Wilson and former Forsyth Mayor John Howard II were back on the ballot this election cycle.

November 7, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

UPDATE: Current Mayor Eric Wilson has been re-elected by winning 67% of the votes over John Howard II. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Current Forsyth Mayor Eric Wilson and former Forsyth Mayor John Howard II are both back on the ballot this election cycle. Voters have an opportunity to give Wilson another term as mayor or put Howard back in…

Daniel Cape wins race for Bleckley County Sheriff

Cape, who took over as interim sheriff after former Bleckley County Sheriff Kris Coody pleaded guilty to sexual assault earlier this year, beat Chris Smith in the race for sheriff on Tuesday.

November 7, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Voters in Bleckley County have decided to remove the interim tag from Daniel Cape’s title. Cape, who took over as interim sheriff after former Bleckley County Sheriff Kris Coody pleaded guilty to sexual assault earlier this year, beat Chris Smith in the race for sheriff on Tuesday. Cape, who earned 56.7% of the vote, says he…

New digital marquee draws attention to history, culture at Macon’s Douglass Theatre

If you’re driving along Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Macon, you may have noticed an eye-catching new sign for the historic Douglass Theatre.

November 7, 2023

Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you’re driving along Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Macon, you may have noticed an eye-catching new sign for the historic Douglass Theatre. For more than 100 years, Macon’s Douglass Theatre has served as a venue for multicultural performances and films, particularly highlighting art in the African American community. But according to the theater’s Executive…

Sunny and low 80s today

November 7, 2023

Chris Denmark,

What a wonderful day expected across Middle Georgia with plenty of sun in the sky. This morning we saw temperatures in the 40s with a few areas of patchy fog. Today we will rapidly warm into the low to mid 80s. Tomorrow is similar to today with more sunshine and warmer temperatures in the mid 80s. This will continue over the…

Mercer men’s basketball falls to Clark Atlanta in the season-opener

Mercer has five returners and 10 newcomers for the 2023-24 season.

November 7, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Mercer men’s basketball team failed to win its season opener, as they were stunned by Clark Atlanta 71-64 at Hawkins Arena. The Bears led 34-31 at halftime, but after an 11-2 run to begin the second half by Clark Atlanta, Mercer was never able to claw its way back, starting their season at 0-1. Head coach…

Macon Regional Crimestoppers raises more than $100,000

Since its inception 22 years ago, there have been more than 6,000 arrests, nearly 11,000 cases cleared, and more than $1,000,000 given in rewards.

November 6, 2023

Dejon Campbell,

MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – The Middle Georgia community and law enforcement leaders gathered Monday to celebrate, after Macon Regional Crimestoppers raised more than $100,000. Since its inception 22 years ago, there have been more than 6,000 arrests, nearly 11,000 cases cleared, and more than $1,000,000 given in rewards. Crimestoppers Chairman Warren Selby, says its message remains the same: reward people…

Warner Robins City Council candidates highlight growth, accountability ahead of election

The election will be between current Post 2 councilman Charlie Bibb and his opponent, Ellis Carter.

November 6, 2023

Andrew Willis,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins may have a new Council Member for the position of Post 2, depending on the results of Tuesday’s election. Incumbent candidate, Councilman Charlie Bibb, has represented the city at large for the past four years. In that time, the Council has increased pay for city employees, expanded infrastructure and updated…

Perry Police arrest multiple suspects after personal armed robbery at hotel

An early morning armed robbery at a Perry motel Saturday led to multiple arrests.

November 6, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An early morning armed robbery at a Perry motel Saturday led to multiple arrests. Perry Police said in a news release that it happened around 6 a.m. Saturday at Quality Inn on Sam Nunn Boulevard. Police say a gunman, later identified by police as 54-year-old Willie Harris Jr. of Montezuma, entered a room and demanded money…

Chicken Salad Chick opening in Milledgeville on November 15

The fast-casual restaurant chain Chicken Salad Chick is opening a Milledgeville location on Wednesday, November 15 with several days of grand opening festivities.

November 6, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The fast-casual restaurant chain Chicken Salad Chick is opening a Milledgeville location on Wednesday, November 15 with several days of grand opening festivities. Specials and giveaways include free chicken salad for a year to the first 100 guests. The location, at 1901 North Columbia Street, will feature a double drive-thru for added convenience, according to a…

Nice day ahead

November 6, 2023

Chris Denmark,

It was another chilly morning across Middle Georgia with temperatures in 40s. Some spots like Eastman, Dublin, McRae, and Vienna were in the 30s. Not going to take very long to warm up today as temperatures will be in the 70s by midday. By the afternoon we will be in the upper 70s with mostly sunny skies. No worries overnight…

Woman dies after being struck by vehicle on Mercer University Drive, investigation underway

A 67-year-old woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night on Mercer University Drive.

November 4, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 67-year-old woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night on Mercer University Drive. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says it happened just after 8:30 at Mercer University Drive’s intersection with Bloomfield Road. Deputies say the woman was crossing Mercer University Drive when she was struck by a Mercedes C320, driven…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: John Milledge hosts Tattnall in our Game of the Week

Tattnall (4-5, 2-1) lost to John Milledge at home last season by just seven points. John Milledge (9-0, 3-0) had won 59 games in a row. Its last loss was on November 30, 2018.

November 3, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —The Tattnall Square Trojans went on the road for the final week of the regular season to take on the John Milledge Trojans. Tattnall (4-5, 2-1) lost to John Milledge at home last season by just seven points. John Milledge (9-0, 3-0) had won 59 games in a row. Its last loss was on November 30, 2018….

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Rutland takes on Northeast

The Hurricanes (3-5, 2-3) were already eliminated from playoff contention. The Raiders (7-2, 5-1) were locked in to the No. 2 seed in the region and preparing to host a first round playoff game.

November 3, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Northeast Raiders hosted the Rutland Hurricanes on Friday night at Thompson Stadium. The Hurricanes (3-5, 2-3) were already eliminated from playoff contention. The Raiders (7-2, 5-1) were locked in to the No. 2 seed in the region and preparing to host a first round playoff game. Bill Shanks has the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Veterans battles Houston County

The Warhawks (3-6, 0-4) had lost five straight and were playing their final game of the season. It's the fourth straight non-winning season for Veterans. The Bears (7-2, 2-2) had already clinched a playoff spot and were preparing to play on the road for the first round.

November 3, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Houston County Bears took on the Veterans Warhawks at Freedom Field on Friday night. The Warhawks (3-6, 0-4) had lost five straight and were playing their final game of the season. It’s the fourth straight non-winning season for Veterans. The Bears (7-2, 2-2) had already clinched a playoff spot and were preparing to play…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Hawkinsville hosts Dooly County

The Bobcats (5-4, 4-0) won the region last week with their win against Telfair County and were preparing to host a playoff game in the first round. The Red Devils (6-3, 2-2) had already qualified for the playoffs for the first time since 2014. Hawkinsville will be on the road for its first round playoff game.

November 3, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Hawkinsville Red Devils welcomed the Dooly County Bobcats in the last week of the regular season on The End Zone. The Bobcats (5-4, 4-0) won the region last week with their win against Telfair County and were preparing to host a playoff game in the first round. The Red Devils (6-3, 2-2) had already qualified…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: FPD visits Stratford

The Vikings (5-3-1, 2-1) were much improved after a 2-9 season in 2022. The Eagles (5-4, 1-2) beat FPD last season in a shootout, 49-40.

November 3, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Stratford Eagles hosted the FPD Vikings on Friday night at Eagle Field. The Vikings (5-3-1, 2-1) were much improved after a 2-9 season in 2022. The Eagles (5-4, 1-2) beat FPD last season in a shootout, 49-40. Tucker Sargent has the highlights. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: eagle field, fpd vikings, high school…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Westsides faces Howard

The Seminoles (7-2, 3-2) had clinched a playoff spot and were getting ready to play on the road in the first round. The Huskies (5-4, 2-3) needed to win this game, and have Baldwin lose its game, to make the playoffs.

November 3, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Westside Seminoles and Howard Huskies battled at Ed Defore Sports Complex in the last week of the regular season. The Seminoles (7-2, 3-2) had clinched a playoff spot and were getting ready to play on the road in the first round. The Huskies (5-4, 2-3) needed to win this game, and have Baldwin lose its…

THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores from Week 12 of high school football

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from Week 12.

November 3, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

The End Zone logoHere are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from Week 12. (Catch all the highlights here.) Games featured on The End Zone: Dooly County 30, Hawkinsville 23 FPD 35, Stratford 6 Houston County 42, Veterans 0 John Milledge 45, Tattnall 21 Northeast 37, Rutland 7 Westside 27, Howard 21 Other scores: ACE 30, Spencer 27…

Houston County DA: Woman arrested in connection with 2020 death of 2-year-old

32-year-old Kianna Davis has been arrested in connection with the 2020 death of two-year-old Karter Ambrose, according to Houston County District Attorney William Kendall's office.

November 3, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Davis (Houston County District Attorney’s Office)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — 32-year-old Kianna Davis has been arrested in connection with the 2020 death of two-year-old Karter Ambrose, according to Houston County District Attorney William Kendall’s office. Davis faces charges of malice murder, felony murder and first-degree cruelty to children, among others. Davis was taken into custody without incident Friday by the…

Lineman of the Week: Mount de Sales Academy

November 3, 2023

David Tufts,

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the week Mat Ivey and high school football lineman Horace Samford Of Mount de Sales 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

Second escaped Bibb County inmate apprehended in Atlanta, woman also charged

A second inmate who escaped from the Bibb County Jail last month has been taken into custody, and a woman is charged in connection with hindering his capture.

November 3, 2023

Tucker Sargent,

Marc Anderson (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office) Tymesha Ceiarra Timley (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office) UPDATE (4:30 p.m.) – A woman is in custody in connection with hindering the capture of Marc Anderson. Deputies say the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Gang Unit, along with U.S. Marshals, arrested 32-year-old Tymeshia Ceiarra Timley around 10 a.m. in the 1600 block of Wesleyan Drive. Timley…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrests 22 in Fraud Investigation

On October 13, it was reported to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office by representatives of Elite Pre-Settlement LLC., their company had a large undisclosed amount of funds stolen.

November 3, 2023

Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested 22 people in connection with a Conspiracy to Commit a Felony Investigation. On October 13, it was reported to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office by representatives of Elite Pre-Settlement LLC., their company had a large undisclosed amount of funds stolen. During the investigation, it was revealed multiple people, as part…

End Zone Game of the Week Preview: John Milledge Academy vs. Tattnall Square Academy

John Milledge is on a state-record 59-game win streak.

November 3, 2023

Shaaz Peerani,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The final End Zone Game of the Week for the regular season of the high school football season features a battle of the Trojans: John Milledge Academy and Tattnall Square Academy. John Milledge Academy’s quest for a fifth consecutive state title is off to a perfect start with a 9-0 record and is on a state-record 59-game…

If they meet certain requirements, the Johnson County High School football team could have both the valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2023.

Current Forsyth Mayor Eric Wilson and former Forsyth Mayor John Howard II were back on the ballot this election cycle.

Cape, who took over as interim sheriff after former Bleckley County Sheriff Kris Coody pleaded guilty to sexual assault earlier this year, beat Chris Smith in the race for sheriff on Tuesday.

If you’re driving along Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Macon, you may have noticed an eye-catching new sign for the historic Douglass Theatre.

Mercer has five returners and 10 newcomers for the 2023-24 season.

Since its inception 22 years ago, there have been more than 6,000 arrests, nearly 11,000 cases cleared, and more than $1,000,000 given in rewards.

The election will be between current Post 2 councilman Charlie Bibb and his opponent, Ellis Carter.

An early morning armed robbery at a Perry motel Saturday led to multiple arrests.

The fast-casual restaurant chain Chicken Salad Chick is opening a Milledgeville location on Wednesday, November 15 with several days of grand opening festivities.

A 67-year-old woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night on Mercer University Drive.

Tattnall (4-5, 2-1) lost to John Milledge at home last season by just seven points. John Milledge (9-0, 3-0) had won 59 games in a row. Its last loss was on November 30, 2018.

The Hurricanes (3-5, 2-3) were already eliminated from playoff contention. The Raiders (7-2, 5-1) were locked in to the No. 2 seed in the region and preparing to host a first round playoff game.

The Warhawks (3-6, 0-4) had lost five straight and were playing their final game of the season. It's the fourth straight non-winning season for Veterans. The Bears (7-2, 2-2) had already clinched a playoff spot and were preparing to play on the road for the first round.

The Vikings (5-3-1, 2-1) were much improved after a 2-9 season in 2022. The Eagles (5-4, 1-2) beat FPD last season in a shootout, 49-40.

The Seminoles (7-2, 3-2) had clinched a playoff spot and were getting ready to play on the road in the first round. The Huskies (5-4, 2-3) needed to win this game, and have Baldwin lose its game, to make the playoffs.

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from Week 12.

32-year-old Kianna Davis has been arrested in connection with the 2020 death of two-year-old Karter Ambrose, according to Houston County District Attorney William Kendall's office.

A second inmate who escaped from the Bibb County Jail last month has been taken into custody, and a woman is charged in connection with hindering his capture.

On October 13, it was reported to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office by representatives of Elite Pre-Settlement LLC., their company had a large undisclosed amount of funds stolen.

John Milledge is on a state-record 59-game win streak.

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