PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Week two’s End Zone Game of the Week features an intra-county battle between the Perry Panthers and the Houston County Bears. The Perry Panthers are coming off of a 10-2 season, capturing their 3rd consecutive region title but falling in the second round of the state playoffs. The Panthers’ strength was their defense last year, but…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Howard Huskies dominated the Central Chargers 56-0 in Thursday night football action for week two. Howard starts the season 2-0, outscoring its opponents 98-6. On the other hand, Central begins its era under new head coach Jarrett Laws 0-2 while being outscored 112-0. Both teams have a bye week for week three. Categories: Across Georgia…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Following former President Donald Trump’s surrender to Fulton County authorities in Georgia, the Bibb County Republican Party is pointing to a resolution it approved on August 17 that demonstrates full support for the current Republican Party presidential frontrunner and also demands action against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who led the charge in filing charges…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The public is invited to participate in shaping the future of downtown Macon for the kickoff of phase three of the Macon Action Plan (MAP.) The Macon-Bibb Urban Development Authority hosted an open house Thursday at Fall Line Brewing Company for the community to provide input on how to maintain the growth that has happened downtown…
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Crawford County Fire Department is set to receive a $577,000 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The grant, announced by Congressman Sanford Bishop, is crucial for the small communities in the region, as maintaining fire departments can pose a significant financial burden. “It’s gonna give to the firefighters the proper tools to do…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The founder of Inspiro Tequila, Mara Smith, shows us how to celebrate the peach season with a fabulous peachy cocktail. Smith shows us how to make the Inspiro Peachy Ranch Water. The summer cocktail includes the following ingredients: 2 oz Inspiro Tequila Luna Blanco 1 oz fresh lime juice 1 oz peach puree 3-4 oz Sparkling…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After two consecutive seasons of letting the Southern Conference (SoCon) title slip away in the closing stages, the Mercer Bears have captured considerable attention this offseason. They’ve secured spots on four FCS Preseason Polls throughout the country. “It’s great that people are taking notice that we are at a certain place, and that we’re positioned to…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sacred Heart Catholic School, which has been in existence for nearly seven decades, is celebrating a new chapter after securing a $6 million Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools (EANS) grant to help fund a remodeled middle school building on campus. “Middle school students are different and need an experience to grow away from the elementary…
The college and pro football teams in Georgia have first year starting quarterbacks. 41NBC’s Bill Shanks shares his thoughts. Categories: Sports Tags: Atlanta Falcons, Bill Shanks, georgia-tech-yellow-jackets, uga-bulldogs
SOPERTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The dog days are almost over for Treutlen County Animal Control as renovations on its dog kennels are set to begin Monday. Things have been “ruff” for shelter dogs in Treutlen County. The Soperton Police Department’s outdoor dog kennels were built 25 years ago, and Chief James Mills says they’re beyond repair. “We’ve been having problems…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – State leaders announced Wednesday a leadership program that saw success in Bibb County is going statewide. The “Leader in Me” program debuted in Bibb County Schools during the 2015-16 school year and expanded to all county schools in 2018. State Board of Education members, along with state legislators, toured Macon’s Vineville Academy of the Arts ahead…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An 89-year-old grandmother celebrating her birthday at an Olive Garden in Middle Georgia received a surprise gift from former WNBA star Linda Burgess: free tickets to a basketball game for her and her entire family. Burgess, who was also celebrating her birthday at the restaurant, gifted the tickets to both the family of six and a…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The streets of Macon’s Greenwood Bottom neighborhood will come alive on Sunday with the spirit of community as families and friends gather for an event known as “Play Streets Macon.” Between 2 and 5 p.m., Bay Street will be closed between Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and 3rd Street for an event that will transform the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Maconite Tangie Herring has announced candidacy for Georgia House District 143. Herring is a veteran classroom teacher of 30 years and a former Teacher of the Year. She announced her candidacy Wednesday morning at the East Macon Mill Hill Community Art Center. Herring says she plans to see her hometown thrive. During her announcement, she also…
BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Tuesday to adopt a 2023 millage rate of 10.02 mils. County Manager Carlos Tobar says the vote, which was unanimous, results in a good day for residents of the county. “Thankfully it’s not a property tax increase,” he said. “We’re very proud that Baldwin County has…
File: August 2023MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A mother is concerned about her daughter’s well-being in the Bibb County Jail after undergoing a major surgery. Sheila Rouse is asking ‘Why?’ after her daughter, Letitia Rouse, made complaints about poor conditions in the jail following a major surgery. “Why didn’t y’all leave her in the hospital and let them see about her?”…
It was a hot and humid day across Middle Georgia with many of us seeing highs in the upper 90s. Overnight temps will be staying warm, with lows in the mid-70s (again). By tomorrow a weak wedge front will start building into the area. This will keep temperatures just a bit cooler the farther north and west you go. Highs…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A popular downtown establishment, Taste & See Coffee Shop and Gallery, is set to make a triumphant return later this year. After closing its doors in November 2022 due to staffing issues, the coffee shop is gearing up to reopen in October, complete with a new master roaster to offer in-house roasted coffee. Owner Kevin Reaves…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Rotary Club is set to enhance the patriotic spirit of the city with new American flags along Watson Boulevard and Russell Parkway. A $1,400 check was presented on Tuesday. “I’m a member of this community, and I love this community,” former Rotary Club President Les Arrent said. “I’m a retired Air Force…
MACON, Ga. (41NBC/WMGT) – The historic Douglass Theatre in Macon is gearing up to host the 12th Annual Atlanta Black Theatre Festival from August 31 through September 2 as part of celebrations during Labor Day weekend. The festival, known for being a rich platform for artists to share their voices, will feature a mix of entertainment, including plays commemorating culture,…
UPDATE: Superior Court Judge G.E. “Bo” Adams sentenced Kendrick to Life in prison with the possibility of parole. Sentencing was held on August 21th. Kendrick will be parole eligible after thirty (30) years behind bars. ———————————————- PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A jury took less than 20 minutes to convict a Houston County man of malice murder in the stabbing death of his…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Better Together Servant Leadership Conference is happening this weekend in Perry. Organizer David Grossnickle visited 41Today to share how this one-day event will allows people to learn from two servant leadership experts. The speakers include best-selling authors Jon Gordon and Damon West. Jon has written 15 books including his latest The Power of a Positive…
The heat is here to start the week and it will only get worse through the week. A ridge of high pressure that has brought record-breaking heat to the plains will slowly push east. With dry weather continuing, this will increase our highs to the 100s and upper 90s. A Heat Advisory has been issued for Middle Georgia on Tuesday,…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As a bus driver shortage causes problems for student transportation across Middle Georgia, the Peach County School District believes it has found a solution through competitive pay and inventive recruitment strategies. Transportation Director Waymon Smith says it’s crucial for school districts to think outside the box in attracting new bus drivers. “We just gotta be…