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Montezuma leaders gather to mark start of National Faith & Blue Weekend

The city of Montezuma marked the start of the annual Faith & Blue Weekend with a gathering at Charlie Jackson Unity Park that featured members of law enforcement, local clergy and Montezuma's mayor, Nealie Johnson.
Drake Rozelle,

MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The city of Montezuma marked the start of the annual Faith & Blue Weekend with a gathering at Charlie Jackson Unity Park that featured members of law enforcement, local clergy and Montezuma’s mayor, Nealie Johnson. “Law enforcement is here to protect and serve, not like what you may see on TV sometimes,” Montezuma Assistant Police Chief…

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Centerville Police arrest suspect in Wanda Drive shooting

A 21-year-old man is behind bars following a shooting on Wanda Drive that left a 22-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the back.
Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Centerville Police DepartmentCENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 21-year-old man is behind bars following a shooting on Wanda Drive that left a 22-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the back. According to a Centerville Police Facebook post, Centerville Police arrested Willie James Johnson Jr. on Thursday after identifying him through video evidence and witness statements. The shooting happened on…

Mary Persons Named Georgia High School Football Daily Team Of The Week
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Mary Persons named Georgia High School Football Daily Team of the Week

Mary Persons ended Prince Avenue Christian's 20-game win streak.
Shaaz Peerani,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After defeating Prince Avenue Christian 45-28, the Mary Persons Bulldogs have been named the Georgia High School Football Daily Team of the Week. Prince Avenue Christian was ranked 1st in GHSA Single A Division I, and the Bulldogs ended their 20-game win streak. Mary Persons earned the honor out of over 400 teams across Georgia and…
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The Georgia National Fair starts Thursday: Take a look at the fair’s expected economic impact

The 34th Georgia National Fair starts on Thursday! Every year, the Georgia National Fair brings hundreds of thousands of visitors to the city of Perry to enjoy 11 days of festivities and to learn about Georgia’s biggest industries.
Andrew Willis,

File (2023)PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 34th Georgia National Fair starts on Thursday! Every year, the Georgia National Fair brings hundreds of thousands of visitors to the city of Perry to enjoy 11 days of festivities and to learn about Georgia’s biggest industries. Marketing Director for the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Maggie Lane, says the Georgia National Fair was…

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UPDATE: Arrest made in Hawkinsville Road shooting that left man dead

A man is now in custody in connection with a Wednesday morning shooting that left a man dead.
Denise Turner, Tucker Sargent,

Joseph Cam Joyner (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (1:45 p.m.) – A man is now in custody in connection with a Wednesday morning shooting that left a man dead. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says that just before a noon, a person of interest, identified as 23-year-old Joseph Cam Joyner of Macon, was transported from Bibb County Sheriff’s Office…

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Warner Robins launches ESNTL Wellness tech initiative for all public safety employees

Every police officer and firefighter in the city will receive an iPhone and Apple Watch with the ESNTL Wellness app installed to track their vitals and notify them about health alerts.
Andrew Willis,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins is leading the way as a smart city with a new partnership between Apple, Inc. and Concentrix Catalyst to promote the mental and physical wellbeing of its public safety employees through the ESNTL Wellness initiative. According to Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick, the initiative is a first of its kind…
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Federal jury convicts 2 Macon gang members in major fentanyl distribution ring

A federal jury convicted Johnifer Dernard Barnwell and Kenneth Emanuel Pertillo, both 37 and residents of Macon, on multiple charges related to drug trafficking and criminal street gang activities on Monday.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A federal jury convicted Johnifer Dernard Barnwell and Kenneth Emanuel Pertillo, both 37 and residents of Macon, on multiple charges related to drug trafficking and criminal street gang activities on Monday. The convictions follow a multi-agency investigation into large-scale distribution of deadly fentanyl mixes and other narcotics in Macon and Middle Georgia, according to a news…
Featured, Houston County, Local News

10 arrested in Houston County undercover operation targeting sex trafficking

Ten people were arrested in and around Houston County as part of "Operation Southern Comfort," a multi-agency undercover investigation aimed at combating sex trafficking and commercial sex buyers.
Tucker Sargent,

PERRY,  Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Ten people were arrested in and around Houston County as part of “Operation Southern Comfort,” a multi-agency undercover investigation aimed at combating sex trafficking and commercial sex buyers. Coordinated by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Human Exploitation and Trafficking Unit (GBI HEAT), Perry Police Department, Houston County Sheriff’s Office, Georgia Motor Carrier Compliance Division and the…

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UPDATE: 3 arrested in connection with north Macon shooting

Three people have been arrested in connection with a shooting at a north Macon apartment complex that left a 21-year-old man in critical condition earlier this week.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (10/6): Three people have been arrested in connection with a shooting at a north Macon apartment complex that left a 21-year-old man in critical condition earlier this week. ORIGINAL STORY (10/3): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in critical condition after being shot at a north Macon apartment complex just before 2:30 p.m. Tuesday. A Bibb County Sheriff’s…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Four Bibb County schools recognized for academic improvement

Four schools in the Bibb County School District have been recognized for their growth in the past school year, with one standing above the rest.
Andrew Willis,

FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four schools in the Bibb County School District have been recognized for their growth in the past school year, with one standing above the rest. Alexander II Magnet School was recognized as a Distinguished School and a Reward School by the Georgia Department of Education. As a Title I Distinguished School, Alexander II is in the…

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Public safety in Middle Georgia expanding thanks to Department of Justice grants

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia recently announced more than $7 million in grants awarded to the region.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Violence prevention and mental health care services are expanding in Middle Georgia with the help of federal grant money from the Department of Justice. U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia, Peter Leary, recently announced more than $7 million in grants awarded to the region. “The Department of Justice has a comprehensive strategy to combat…

World Habitat Day
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Macon Area Habitat for Humanity starts Habitat Week with home dedication

Two homes were presented to Quintarius Walker and Amanda Roberts on Dannenberg Avenue in Macon.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Monday marked the start of Habitat Week, and the Macon Area Habitat for Humanity celebrated with a home dedication for World Habitat Day. Two homes were presented to Quintarius Walker and Amanda Roberts on Dannenberg Avenue in Macon. The new homeowners also received a gift card from the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, along with gift baskets,…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

‘Terror At Meramac Grove’ haunted house brings thrills, charity to Warner Robins

October is here, and if you're looking for spooky festivities, then look no further than Terror at Meramac Grove Haunted House. It's coming soon to the old rec center in Warner Robins!
Drake Rozelle,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — October is here, and if you’re looking for spooky festivities, then look no further than Terror at Meramac Grove Haunted House. It’s coming soon to the old rec center in Warner Robins! Meramac Grove is a non-profit haunted house that began five years ago now in the backyard of Joe Liercke and his family as…

Terrial Dean Booking
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UPDATE: Arrest made in connection with death of Robert Evans

Terrial Deshon Dean Jr. was booked into the Bibb County Law Enforecement Center on October 1.
Shelby Coates, Tucker Sargent,

Terrial Dean (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (10/2): Terrial Deshon Dean Jr. was booked into the Bibb County Law Enforecement Center on October 1. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says Dean was taken into custody around 5:45 p.m. He was wanted for murder in connection with the death of 30-year-old Robert Evans on August 20. He was located and…
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Man arrested after shooting 2 people in Kathleen

Haley Janes,

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…

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Bibb deputies search for truck in connection with fatal shooting

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.
Haley Janes,

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…

Lineman Of The Week: Warner Robins High School
Lineman of the Week

Lineman of the Week: Warner Robins High School

David Tufts,

Tonight we lift up and celebrate flint energies Power Lineman of the Week Zach Tanner and high school football lineman Nick Reeves of Warner Robins High School both linemen 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

Lineman Of The Week: Houston County High School
Lineman of the Week

Lineman of the Week: Houston County High School

David Tufts,

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

The End Zone Highlights: Westside Hosts Perry In Our Game Of The Week
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Westside hosts Perry in our Game of the Week

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 in scoring 41.5 points per game this season.
Clayton Poulnott,

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…

The End Zone Highlights: Ace Hosts Kendrick
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: ACE hosts Kendrick

The Cherokees (2-3) beat Central 12-8 last week. The Gryphons (4-1, 2-0) shut out Kendrick last season, 42-0.
Clayton Poulnott,

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

The Perry Panthers Traveled To Macon To Take On The Westside Seminoles At Ed Defore Sports Complex On Friday.
End Zone, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Houston County welcomes Lee County

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.
Clayton Poulnott,

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…

The End Zone Highlights: Howard Visits Baldwin
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Howard visits Baldwin

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.
Clayton Poulnott,

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,…

The End Zone Highlights: Central Battles Northeast
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Central battles Northeast

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.
Clayton Poulnott,

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…

The End Zone Highlights: Veterans Hosts Thomas Co. Central In Perry
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Veterans hosts Thomas Co. Central in Perry

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.
Clayton Poulnott,

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…