Festival of Trees returns to Museum of Arts and Sciences

Nothing says the holidays are here more than a nice Christmas tree, and the Museum of Arts and Sciences is delivering on that with its annual Festival of Trees fundraiser.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Nothing says the holidays are here more than a nice Christmas tree, and the Museum of Arts and Sciences is delivering on that with its annual Festival of Trees fundraiser. “The Festival of Trees is in its 36th year and represents three generations of community involvement in the museum,” the museum’s director of communicatoins, Kyrie Hugdahl,…

Woman shot along Baker Drive dies at Macon hospital

Deputies say the victim was shot in the 1200 block of Baker Drive

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting that happening on Baker Drive, Monday morning. According to an incident report, a woman was transported in a personal vehicle to Atrium Health Navicent in Macon. Deputies say she was shot in the 1200 block of Baker Drive. The victim, 49-year-old Claudette June Brown, died at…

UPDATE: Lockdown lifted, Twiggs County Schools cancels outdoor activities for today

The code yellow lockdown is out of an abundance of caution, said the school district.

UPDATE FROM TWIGGS COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS:  The Twiggs County Sheriff’s Department has informed our Campus Police Department that they have discontinued the active search for the suspect and they have discontinued the Code Yellow Lockdown for all schools within the area. The Twiggs County Sheriff’s Department and Campus Police Department no longer believe the suspect is in the area. In…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Windsor hosts Westwood

he Knights (8-1, 4-1) beat Covenant Academy 55-28 last week. The Wildcats were coming off a 66-16 win against Holy Spirit Prep.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Windsor Knights hosted the Westwood Wildcats in a GIAA 8-man semifinal game on Friday night. The Knights (8-1, 4-1) beat Covenant Academy 55-28 last week. The Wildcats were coming off a 66-16 win against Holy Spirit Prep. Bill Shanks has the highlights from Knights Field: Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, high…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Macon County travels to Wilkinson County for our Game of the Week

Wilkinson County last made the playoffs in 2020 and hadn't won a playoff game since 2012.  Macon County made it to the quarterfinals last year.

IRWINTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Wilkinson County Warriors hosted the Macon County Bulldogs Friday in the first round of the GHSA playoffs in single A. The Warriors (6-4, 1-2) won two in a row to get into the playoffs. The Bulldogs (5-5, 5-2) had won four in a row. Wilkinson County last made the playoffs in 2020 and hadn’t won…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northeast hosts Worth County

The Raiders (7-3, 6-1 in 2-AA), the #2 seed, were scoring 41 points per game while only giving up 14 points per game. They made it to the quarterfinals last year. The Rams (8-2, 4-2 in 2-AA) were the #3 seed in the playoffs.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Northeast Raiders welcomed the Worth County Rams to Thompson Stadium Friday. The Raiders (7-3, 6-1 in 2-AA), the #2 seed, were scoring 41 points per game while only giving up 14 points per game. They made it to the quarterfinals last year. The Rams (8-2, 4-2 in 2-AA) were the #3 seed in the playoffs….

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Dublin welcomes Pelham

The Fighting Irish (6-3, 2-1) were scoring 29 points per game while giving up 11 points per game. They lost in the first round of the playoffs last year. The Hornets (3-7, 1-2) were scoring only 17 points per game and giving up 37 points per game.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Dublin Fighting Irish welcomed the Pelham Hornets to the Shamrock Bowl Friday night. The Fighting Irish (6-3, 2-1) were scoring 29 points per game while giving up 11 points per game. They lost in the first round of the playoffs last year. The Hornets (3-7, 1-2) were scoring only 17 points per game and giving…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Perry hosts Shaw

The Panthers (9-1, 6-0 in 4-A) had won nine games in a row and were ranked #3 in the state. They were eliminated in the quarterfinals last year. The Raiders (4-6, 1-3 in 4-A) were scoring 19 points per game while giving up 23 points per game.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Perry Panthers hosted the Shaw Raiders Friday in the first round of the GHSA football playoffs. The Panthers (9-1, 6-0 in 4-A) had won nine games in a row and were ranked #3 in the state. They were eliminated in the quarterfinals last year. The Raiders (4-6, 1-3 in 4-A) were scoring 19 points per…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northside welcome Glynn Academy

The Eagles (6-4, 3-2 in 6-A) were scoring 27 points per game and giving up 15 points per game. They lost in the quarterfinals last year. The Red Terrors (6-4, 4-2 in 6-A) had lost all three matchups against Northside in the postseason.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Northside Eagles welcomed the Glynn Academy Red Terrors to McConnell-Talbert Stadium Friday. The Eagles (6-4, 3-2 in 6-A) were scoring 27 points per game and giving up 15 points per game. They lost in the quarterfinals last year. The Red Terrors (6-4, 4-2 in 6-A) had lost all three matchups against Northside in the…

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.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from the 1st round of the GHSA football playoffs: Games featured on The End Zone: Worth County – 27 Northeast – 41 Glynn Academy – 13 Northside – 18 Shaw – 6 Perry – 40 Pelham – 14 Dublin – 55 Macon County – 7 Wilkinson County –…

MGA honors Veterans with special ceremony

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, people across the country celebrate veterans.

Middle Georgia State University hosts Veterans Day CeremonyMiddle Georgia State UniversityMacon, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Middle Georgia State University continued a Veterans Day tradition, by honoring the men and women who’ve fought for our country. On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, people across the country celebrate veterans. For Kevin Gunerman, Veterans Day means so much more. “My…

Warner Robins holds Veterans Day celebration

"Veterans Day to me is an honor to be with all of these people that have served, and I can be with them together in the same place."

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins celebrated Veterans Day at the Wellston Center in Warner Robins. Mayor LaRhonda Patrick and her team wanted to do something more than just hold a ceremony though. “I’m just so excited to see all the veterans come out. I’m excited to see the leadership at Robins Air Force Base come to be a…

Historic Linwood Cemetery holds Veterans Day Ceremony

The Macon Cemetery Preservation Corporation says it's important to always remember those who have served.

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– The Historic Linwood Cemetery in Macon, celebrated Veterans Day to honor those who are serving and have served. Due to weather conditions, the Macon Cemetery Preservation Corporation held the ceremony at the Triangle Business Center on Georgia Avenue instead of the cemetery. Army veteran Patrick Cunningham spoke about his time in the army as well as what it…

City of Warner Robins appoints Interim City Administrator

James Dodson worked for the city for 26-years before retiring in 2016. He worked for the Warner Robins Parks and Recreation Department for 25 years.

City of Warner Robins appoints Interim AdiminstratORCity of Warner RobinsWARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The City of Warner Robins appointed an ‘Interim City Administrator.’ James Dodson worked for the city for 26-years before retiring in 2016. He worked for the Warner Robins Parks and Recreation Department for 25 years. Mayor Larhonda Patrick called Dodson a well respected leader and said she’s confident…

Progressive gives new truck to Marine Vet

He plans to start a trucking company

KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Meet Lt. Colonel James C Rose also known as JC. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps at the age of 19 and served our country for over 30 years. Now he drives trucks. “I knew that logistics was going to be a part of my career after retirement. I thought what better way of doing…

The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Wilkinson County vs. Macon County, Pt. 2

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Friday, November 11, at 7:30 p.m. at Death Valley in Irwinton.

IRWINTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Typically, in the first round of the playoffs, it’s tough to see two teams from the same viewing area facing off. However, this week’s End Zone Game of the Week features the Wilkinson County Warriors and the Macon County Bulldogs. The Wilkinson County Warriors have a 6-4 regular season record with a 3-2 region record, locking…

Man in critical condition after shooting in west Macon

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says it received a call just after 7 p.m. of an aggravated assault in the 3800 block of Greenbriar Road.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —A man is in critical condition after a shooting in west Macon Thursday night. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says it received a call just after 7 p.m. of an aggravated assault in the 3800 block of Greenbriar Road. Deputies were then called to the Atrium Health Navicent, after 28-year-old Devonta Jackson showed up in the Emergency…

Bibb County School District holds input sessions for new 5-year strategic plan

The Bibb County School District is putting together its strategic plan for the next five years.

Bibb County Schools holds input sessions for new 5 year strategic planBibb County SchoolsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County School District is putting together its strategic plan for the next five years. The school district held two input sessions Thursday to start the process. School leaders, community partners and parents were invited to participate. Anthony Sapp and Shavonda Evans-Sapp…

Mercer University announces establishment of transitional school for students with dyslexia

Mercer University is establishing a transitional school for students with dyslexia.

Mercer University announces establishment of transitional school for students with Dyslexia.Mercer UniversityMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Mercer University is establishing a transitional school for students with dyslexia. The school named, “Roberts Academy,” is named after Hal and Marjorie Roberts. They established a similar school in Lakeland, Florida after seeing their grandchildren struggle with dyslexia. This school will be for children in…

BCSO charges 3 teens in “Operation Hamburglar”

The 16-year-old boys were charged in connection to a string of fast food crimes.

MACON,  Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has charged 3 juveniles with armed robbery in the process of what the sheriff’s office has named “Operation Hamburglar”. The BCSO says the charges came after a string of Commercial Armed Robberies involving 7 different fast food restaurants and one pharmacy– the robberies were committed starting in January and lasting through…

River Edge holds Veterans Day celebration

River Edge Behavioral Health hosted its second annual Veterans Day celebration Thursday at its Emery Highway location.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – River Edge Behavioral Health hosted its second annual Veterans Day celebration Thursday at its Emery Highway location. The event is held to honor all of the facility’s team members who are veterans. Kamerio Riggins, a veteran who works at River Edge, spoke on behalf of the facility. “On behalf of River Edge, as a whole, I…

Bibb County Schools cancel afterschool programs for potential inclement weather

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County School District has canceled all afterschool programs and athletic events for today due to the possibility of inclement weather from Tropical storm Nicole. The post that the district made on social media says that parents should make arrangements to pick children up from school at normal dismissal time out of “an abundance of…

Nicole to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and a marginal severe threat to Middle Georgia.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Tropical Storm Nicole will bring some hazardous conditions to Middle Georgia this evening and tonight. Today The clouds and wind that took over Middle Georgia yesterday will only continue to to affect the region today. This afternoon, however, we are adding Nicole’s rain to the mix. High temperatures will be in the mid to upper 60s…

Morning Business Report: Seasonal hiring expected to plunge 40%

Seasonal hiring expected to plunge 40% as companies dramatically cut back. Inflation leading to credit card debt this holiday. Forty-three percent of Americans don’t want to disappoint their children/family. Tesla drivers will be able to Zoom video call directly from vehicle’s touchscreen. Two in three Americans admit they feel too much pressure during their vacation to actually enjoy it. Categories:…