KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man was arrested in Houston County early Sunday for shooting two people at 205 West Houston drive in Kathleen. The Houston county sheriff’s office says the incident happened not long before 1 a.m., when the 2 victims were shot, and deputies arrested the shooter at the scene. 33 year-old Rashaad Williams is in custody and…
Photo Credit to Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting death that happened over the weekend, and they’re looking for one specific clue to point them in the direction of the suspect. Deputies are asking for help finding this white Ford F150. They say they believe it’s connected with the shooting…
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Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the week Brian Waldrop and high school football lineman Nate Langham of Houston County 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
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Panthers traveled to Macon to take on the Westside Seminoles at Ed DeFore Sports Complex on Friday. The Panthers (4-1, 1-0) opened up region play last week by shutting out Howard 41-0. They had also won three games in a row against Westside. The Seminoles (4-0) were playing their first region game and came…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The ACE Gryphons welcomed the Kendrick Cherokees on Friday night. The Cherokees (2-3) beat Central 12-8 last week. The Gryphons (4-1, 2-0) shut out Kendrick last season, 42-0. Bill Shanks has the highlights from Gryphons Stadium. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: ACE Gryphons, Bill Shanks, Gryphons Stadium, high school football, Kendrick Cherokees
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Bears hosted the Lee County Trojans at Freedom Field for the 6A Region 1 opener. The Trojans (4-1) beat Houston County 50-21 last season and were scoring 40 points per game. The Bears (5-0), who beat Warner Robins last week, were scoring 50 points per game. Will it be a shootout? Bill…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin Braves hosted the Howard Huskies in Week 7 of The End Zone. The Huskies (3-2, 0-1) were shut out by Perry last week to start region play. The Braves (3-2, 0-1) beat Howard last year, 45-0. Check out the highlights from Braves Stadium. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: baldwin braves, braves stadium,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Central Chargers faced the Northeast Raiders on Friday night in Week 7 of The End Zone. The Raiders (4-1, 2-0) shut out Central 47-0 last season. The Chargers (0-5, 0-2) had only scored 28 points this year. Check out the highlights from Thompson Stadium. Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Central Chargers, high school…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Due to a scheduling conflict, the Veterans Warhawks hosted the Thomas County Central Yellow Jackets in Perry at Herb St. John Stadium on Friday. The Yellow Jackets (5-0) were scoring 45 points per game while only allowing nine points per game. The Warhawks (3-2) lost to Northgate last week. This was the region opener for both…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – To foster a new generation of educators, the Bibb County School District welcomed students from Middle Georgia State University (MGA) on a special tour of local elementary schools on Friday. The visiting scholars stopped by Heritage, Veterans, and Southfield Elementary Schools, engaging with faculty and experiencing first-hand the daily operations of a classroom. The initiative aimed…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As Pediatric Obesity Awareness Month continues, Atrium Health Navicent is urging Middle Georgia families to prioritize healthy lifestyles to combat childhood obesity. The healthcare provider says it’s important to focus on balanced nutrition, adequate sleep and regular physical activity for children. Through its “Healthy Me Clinic,” Atrium Health Navicent aims to guide young individuals towards a…
BONAIRE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Things are going to be spinning at the Museum of Aviation this weekend. The museum, along with the World Beyblade Organization, will host the first-ever Beyblade tournament on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kids of all ages will be able to participate in both free play tournaments. The goal is for kids to learn…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The End Zone Game of the Week features a GHSA 4A Region 2 battle between the Westside Seminoles and the Perry Panthers. The Seminoles have started the season 4-0; however, the victories haven’t come without some challenges as they have had to replace 13 starters this year. “We haven’t played particularly great the last couple of games,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Kids in Macon got a chance to play baseball and learn from Major League players Thursday as part of Major League Baseball’s (MLB) Play Ball Initiative. More than 250 kids from L.H. Williams and Matilda Hartley Elementary Schools in Macon came out to play at Mercer University’s Claude Smith Field. Major League Baseball’s Vice President for…
LAURENS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin City Schools celebrated its teacher of the year on Thursday at the Laurens-Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Six teachers were nominated. Superintendent Fred Williams says he’s thankful for all teachers do. “This is just an opportunity to continue to put wind in the sails to those who give so much to help the very foundation…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Put on your red carpet best, because the 478 Music Awards are coming to Macon this Sunday evening. The public is invited to join in a night full of festivities and tunes, all to recognize the local talent and culture of Middle Georgia music. The event is happening at the Grand Opera House in downtown Macon…
Photos: Monroe County Sheriff’s OfficeJULIETTE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary that happened in Juliette on Monday, September 18. The suspects were captured on a home surveillance video, according to a sheriff’s office news release. Images from the video are attached to this story, but they are not extremely clear. The images show two…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon will host a free two-part course on bicycling fundamentals. The course will be held at Carolyn Crayton Park in October. Topics will include essential bike safety tips, how to communicate with fellow commuters and a review on local and state laws. “If you understand your lane positioning, how to signal properly before you…
MIRAMAR BEACH, Florida (41NBC/WMGT) – A Sheriff’s Office in Florida releases body cam footage of a Warner Robins man deputies shot, after they say he went on a shooting spree, killing one person and injuring others. Deputies say on September 21, they heard gunshots in the area of Sandestin in Miramar Beach. As they got closer, dispatch began receiving call…
It has been a rainy and dreary day across Middle Georgia, but we are starting to see the rain moving out. Overnight, rain will be ending across the area with clouds sticking around through tomorrow. Sunshine will return to the area through the day Thursday with highs warming back to the 80s. Winds will still be gusting up to 20…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in the hospital after a shooting and crash Wednesday afternoon. That’s according to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, which stated it happened on Williamson Road near Brad Walsh Parkway just after 4:30 p.m. Deputies were told a 23-year-old man was driving a Chevy Tahoe on Williamson Road when someone in a…
BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Just a month after Grady EMS announced its departure, Baldwin County commissioners have chosen Atrium Health Navicent to provide ambulance services, citing cost-effectiveness as a key factor in the decision. “Atrium Health Navicent provided an excellent price,” County Manager Carlos Tobar said. The service agreement with Atrium is priced at $195,000 over a three-year period….
TENNILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With the rising cost of equipment for firefighters and decline of volunteers, fire departments across Washington County have proposed a new budget to maintain their level of service. Earlier this month, fire chiefs from the Tennille, Sandersville, Davisboro, Warthen, Deepstep, Harrison and Ohoopee fire departments proposed an annual budget of $1.6 million to the Washington County…