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

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) — It is playoff football time, and this week’s End Zone game of the Week features the Wilkinson County Warriors hosting the Macon County Bulldogs. The Warriors had a 6-4 regular season record with a 3-2 region recording, locking in a 2-seed spot in the GHSA 1A Division II playoffs. Wilkinson County will be hosting its first…

#14 Mercer takes on #13 Furman for a potential chance at the SoCon Title

The Bears host the Paladins at Five Star Stadium this Saturday at 3:30 p.m.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The FCS 13th and 14th ranked teams, the Furman Paladins and the Mercer Bears, respectively, will battle for a possible chance at the SoCon title. Four SoCon teams are ranked in the FCS top 25, and three are 5-1 in conference play, while #10 Samford leads the pack with an undefeated SoCon record. With the Bears…

BS Report: November 9th – Yes, Bennett’s Good Enough

Bill Shanks discusses whether UGA would be better off with a "top-flight" quarterback.

The Dawgs have earned the top spot in the SEC rankings after handing Tennessee their only defeat of the season. But is enough credit going to QB Stetson Bennett? Bill Shanks discusses whether UGA would be better off with a “top-flight” quarterback. Categories: Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, College Football, Georgia Bulldogs, SEC, Stetson Bennett

Hurricane Nicole brings rain and wind Thursday evening

Winds will be increasing through the day Thursday, with some areas seeing 50-60 mph gusts. Heavy rain and spin up tornadoes will also be possible.

It was a nice day in Middle Georgia, but clouds are increasing ahead of Hurricane Nicole making landfall in Florida later tonight. Nicole will weaken as it moves across Florida through the day tomorrow, eventually making a northward turn into Georgia.   We will start to see impacts early Thursday as winds begin to pick up across Georgia. Rain will…

MTA reminding veterans about free bus ride program ahead of Veterans Day

As Veterans Day approaches, the Macon-Bibb Transit Authority is reminding veterans they can ride free on any MTA bus route forever.

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) – As Veterans Day approaches, the Macon-Bibb Transit Authority is reminding veterans they can ride free on any MTA bus route forever. The veteran “ride forever” effort started in 2019. MTA offers any U.S. military veteran honorably discharged from military service to ride all MTA fixed route buses for free. Veterans must be 65 or older and be…

Salvation Army starts Christmas fundraising

We are still more than a month away, but several organizations are already in the Christmas spirit.

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) – We are still more than a month away, but several organizations are already in the Christmas spirit. The Salvation Army of Greater Macon is preparing by giving to children who might not have gifts under the tree this year. Volunteer Shelia Battle says she loves bringing Christmas joy to families each year. “This is why I do…

Crawford County School District searching for new superintendent

The Crawford County School District is searching for its next superintendent.

ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Crawford County School District is searching for its next superintendent. Interim Superintendent Dr. Chris Ridley has been serving in an interim role for more than four months. He was serving as Assistant Superintendent when the previous superintendent was hired in another school district. He says he’ll be in charge until the board finds a permanent…

Middle Georgia EMAs preparing for potential Nicole impact

Middle Georgia is preparing for the potential impact of Tropical Storm Nicole as it approaches the Florida coast.

Tropical Storm PrepsTropical Storm PrepsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Middle Georgia is preparing for the potential impact of Tropical Storm Nicole as it approaches the Florida coast. Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency Director Spencer Hawkins says he’s met with his team to talk about the possible impacts of Nicole and that he’s also had briefings with the National Weather Service. “We’re making…

Warner Robins man sentenced to 40 years following 2021 double shooting

A Warner Robins man was sentenced to 40 years Wednesday following a July 2021 shooting that left two people injured.

Preston Lamar Hughes (Houston County District Attorney)PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins man was sentenced to 40 years Wednesday following a July 2021 shooting that left two people injured. 19-year-old Preston Lamar Hughes, AKA “Draco,” was convicted on October 28 of two counts of aggravated assault in Houston County Superior Court following a two and a half day trial….

Macon-Bibb County shares final design for amphitheater project

Macon-Bibb County leaders unveiled the final design this week for the county's amphitheater.

Amphitheatre DesignAmphitheatre DesignMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County leaders unveiled the final design this week for the county’s amphitheater. The design was created with the community in mind after several public input forums. Construction at the site next to the Macon Mall is already underway. According to Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller, the facility will seat up to 10,000 people. Some…

UPDATE: 2 dead after Wednesday crash on Hawkinsville Road

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says the victims of Wednesday's crash were 57-year-old Tommy Keith Smith of Jones County and 20-year-old William Noah Jones of Macon.

UPDATE (8:43 p.m.) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the victims of Wednesday’s crash were 57-year-old Tommy Keith Smith of Jones County and 20-year-old William Noah Jones of Macon. The sheriff’s office says Smith pulled out from Cochran Field Road and attempted to cross over Hawkinsville Road when his vehicle was struck by Jones’ vehicle. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –…

Macon-Bibb sets temporary grace period on school speeding cameras

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb is putting forward a temporary grace period for camera-enforced school speed limits. A release from Macon-Bibb County says that they’ve announced some temporary changes concerning how tickets are issued for speeders near schools through November 18th. School isn’t in session the week of Thanksgiving, so the cameras won’t be enforcing the speed limit. During this…

Cloud cover to increase in Middle Georgia today as Nicole approaches

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Clouds have made their way into Middle Georgia and will thicken throughout the day today. Today The clouds arrived early in the southeastern parts of Middle Georgia today, continuing to push northwest as the morning progresses. Sunshine will be harder and harder to come by as the day goes on, limiting the overall warmth this afternoon….

UPDATE: Cohen Walker Drive deaths determined as a dual suicide

UPDATE: WRPD has determined this incident was a dual suicide– the victims were identified as 61-year-old Danny Elliott and 59-year-old Gretchen Elliott. UPDATE: The Houston County Coroner, James Williams, says that upon working at the scene, a male and a female were found dead inside the apartment. WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Police Department is reporting a…

Macon-Bibb unveils new design images for Macon Amphitheater project

Video Credit to Macon-Bibb County MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — New designs have been unveiled for the new Macon Amphitheater in the works. In a release from Macon-Bibb, final design work for the Macon Mall Amphitheater project shows off renderings, descriptions, and an animated fly-through to show people what they can expect from the project once it’s finished. Early work on…

UPDATE: Edgarton Way shooting being investigated as Murder/Suicide

UPDATE: The Warner Robins Police Department is now saying the case is being investigated as a murder/suicide. UPDATE: WRPD says the three people found dead on Edgarton Way in Bonaire were killed by gunfire. The victims were identified as 84-year-old Betsy Burke, 34-year-old Tiara Burke, and 35-year-old Antwain Everett. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to call Detective…

Mercer women’s basketball team begins the season with a buzzer-beating victory

Amoria Neal-Tysor led the Bears with 32 points.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mercer women’s basketball team unveiled their SoCon Championship and NCAA Tournament banners at tonight’s home opener against Conference USA’s preseason favorite, MTSU. The Bears dominated the first half, leading by 19 at one point. Amoria Neal-Tysor had 24 first-half points. But in the second half, the Blue Raiders slowly made their way back into the…

Week 12 Macon Touchdown Club Players of the Week

Former Georgia Tech football player and ESPN analyst Roddy Jones spoke at this week's meeting.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The high school football regular season is over, so the Macon Touchdown Club announced its week 12 Players of the Week. Keondre Glover, a senior running back from Stratford Academy, is the first Co-Back of the Week. Glover rushed 17 times for 355 yards and six touchdowns in the Eagles’ victory over FPD. The second Co-Back…

Warm weather continues Tuesday

We stay warm and breezy Tuesday ahead of potential impacts from Subtropical Storm Nicole.

We saw record breaking heat across Middle Georgia this afternoon and the warm weather will continue Tuesday. A building wedge front will help to cool things off a bit from today with highs in the low 80s. The wedge will also bring back breezy weather for Tuesday and Wednesday. By Wednesday that wedge will keep us much cooler than today…

Governor Kemp visits Macon during fly-around tour

During his fly-around tour Monday, Kemp made a stop in Macon, where he talked about his accomplishments and why he thinks he should be re-elected as governor.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Governor Brian Kemp and Republicans are making their last-ditch efforts to get voters to the polls Tuesday. During his fly-around tour Monday, Kemp made a stop in Macon, where he talked about his accomplishments and why he thinks he should be re-elected as governor. “I wouldn’t believe any polls that are out there,” Governor Kemp said….

Senator Raphael Warnock makes stop in Macon ahead of Election Day

Senator Raphael Warnock made a stop in Macon on Monday to talk about his goals if re-elected.

Senator Raphael Warnock makes a stop in MaconSenator Reverend Raphael WarnockMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Senator Raphael Warnock made a stop in Macon on Monday to talk about his goals if re-elected. He met with supporters at Bearfoot Tavern. Vietnam veteran Douglass Jones says he supports Warnock because of his contributions to health and infrastructure. “Warnock works for all Georgians,” he…

Houston County High School opens new competition gym

"They walk into this place and see how beautiful it is and see 'Bear Down" on the wall and just how the colors pop," assistant principal and athletic director Jason Brett said. "The floor is beautiful. It just gives them a sense of pride and proud to be a Bear."

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Houston County High School students now have a new competition gymnasium. The school district held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday to celebrate the opening of the new gym. Houston County School District Superintendent Dr. Mark Scott says the facility was a long time coming. “With so many activities going on in our high schools,…

‘Operation Voter Turn-Out’ to get people to polls

If you don't have a ride to the polls, several Macon churches are stepping in to help.

Rides to the pollsRides to the pollsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you don’t have a ride to the polls, several Macon churches are stepping in to help. Church volunteers will take you to your voting location on Tuesday. They call it “Operation Voter Turn-Out.” Rides to the polls begin at 7 a.m. and will continue until 6:30 p.m. Churches have…

Crawford County voters have chance to renew ESPLOST

Voters will have the chance to renew the Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax for another five years in Crawford County.

ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Voters will have the chance Tuesday to renew the Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax for another five years in Crawford County. According to Interim Superintendent Dr. Chris Ridley, voters will decide if they want to continue paying a penny sales tax that’s already in place. Dr. Ridley says if the ESPLOST passes, the money…