MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An arrest has been made in connection to the murder of 40-year-old Lester Summers, who was killed September 10th. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, investigation led deputies to serve a warrant for the charge of murder to 37-year-old Turquell Cone on Friday, who was already in custody for drug and gun charges. When Cone…
Major ports and railroads across the southeast have halted operations due to Hurricane Ian. Jacksonville shutdown wednesday and will remain closed until the coast guard authorizes operations to resume. Meta Platforms, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, said it will freeze hiring and restructure some teams to cut costs. Vail Resorts say skiing interest is back to pre-pandemic levels Categories:…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The FPD Vikings welcomed the Commerce Tigers to George S. Johnson Stadium Thursday night. The Vikings (1-4) had lost four straight after winning their season opener. FPD was scoring 26 points per game while giving up 26 points per game. Check out the highlights below: Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Commerce Tigers,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Rutland Hurricanes took on the Southwest Patriots at Ed DeFore Sports Complex. The Hurricanes (3-2, 1-1 in 2-AA) were coming off a loss to Spencer. The Patriots (1-4, 1-1 in 2-AA) were coming off a loss to Northeast. Here are the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Ed Defore Sports…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin Braves traveled to Macon to take on the Howard Huskies at Thompson Stadium. The Braves (1-4, 0-1 2-AAAA) were only scoring 17 points per game while giving up 36 points per game. The Huskies (4-1, 0-1 in 2-AAAA) were shut out by Perry last week, 49-0. Check out the highlights below: Categories: End Zone,…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northside Eagles welcomed Tift County to town Thursday night. The Eagles (3-2) beat Crisp County 29-10 last week. The Blue Devils (1-4) were allowing 36 points per game. This was the region opener for both teams. Check out the highlights from McConnell-Talbert Stadium: Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, high school…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Stratford Eagles hosted the Deerfield-Windsor Knights from Albany. The Eagles (4-1) had beaten the Knights (4-1) in three straight seasons, including 41-11 last year. Here are the highlights from Eagle Field: Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Deerfield-Windsor Knights, eagle field, high school football, Shaaz Peerani, stratford eagles, Tucker Sargent
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Westside Seminoles traveled to Perry to take on the Panthers at Herb St. John Stadium. The Seminoles (4-0) were scoring 46 points per game while only giving up 13 points per game. The Panthers (4-1) were ranked #3 in AAAA by the Atlanta Journal Constitution. This was the first region game for both teams. Check…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northeast Raiders faced the Central Chargers on Thursday night. The Raiders (3-2, 2-0 in 2-AA) beat Southwest 67-27 last week. The Chargers (1-4) were beginning region play this week. Check out the highlights from Henderson Stadium: Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Central Charges, Henderson Stadium, high school football, Northwestern Medicine,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from Week 7: Games featured on The End Zone: Howard- 7 Perry- 39 Tift County – 0 Northside – 42 Southwest – 33 Rutland – 14 Central – 0 Northeast – 47 Baldwin – 45 Howard – 0 Deerfield-Windsor – 7 Stratford – 45 Commerce – 31 Stratford…
Middle Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Many school systems are taking action in preparation for the potential impact of Hurricane Ian on the Middle Georgia region later this week– here’s what you need to know. TWIGGS COUNTY SCHOOLS: Twiggs County Schools will be closed on Friday, September 30th for students and employees. Students will be given instructional materials from teachers that will…
FORSYTH, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— A man is in jail after attempting to flee from Monroe County deputies Thursday afternoon. The Sheriff’s Office says a deputy stopped 37-year-old Samuel Brown on I-75 South at mile marker 188 in Forsyth. During the stop, Brown ran to his vehicle to get away from. The Deputy tried to stop him from getting away. After a brief…
Family of 41NBC Reporter Lizbeth Gutierrez details moments of Hurricane IanHurricane IanTAMPA, Florida(41NBC/WMGT)— Hundreds of families in Florida are picking up the pieces after Hurricane Ian made its way through the state on Wednesday. One of those families who decided to brave out the storm is that of 41NBC reporter, Lizbeth Gutierrez. Her family lives near Tampa, and made it…
Non-Profit organization bringing awareness to World Heart DayWorld Heart DayWARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— September 29 is known as ‘World Heart Day.’ That’s why non-profit organization, ‘Chip’n Away at Heart Disease,’ is educating the community about the day. Throughout the month of September, the organization set up at different places to hand out information about the importance of heart health. On Thursday,…
Piedmont Macon holds Suicide SymposiumSuicide SymposiumMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— September is National Suicide Prevention Month. That’s why Piedmont Macon took time to shine light on the signs of suicide in a symposium on Thursday. They brought together Doctors and local organizations who deal with people thinking about suicide. Several others shared their stories. Doctors with Piedmont say there has been a stigma…
GRAY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– The Jones County College and Career Academy is working with local industry partners to offer new opportunities to students. Several industry leaders, colleges, and career academies in Middle Georgia, visited the Jones County College and Career Academy for the 15th annual Education and Business Summit hosted by the office of Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan. They spoke about the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested 2 male juveniles connected to a burglary in progress Wednesday afternoon. The BCSO says the incident happened at Autumn Trace Apartments off Rocky Creek Road around 4:16 p.m., when it was reported to Deputies patrolling the area that a Burglary had been taking place. Deputies responded to the call, and…
Photo Credit to Cherry Blossom FestivalMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Cherry Blossom Festival has announced the headliner of the Veterans Day Celebration concert to take place on November 6th. Nationally known rock group 38 Special has been selected to headline the concert at Historic Luther Williams Park in early November that’s being held to salute veterans. The free event begins…
Orange juice is likely to be more expensive due to Hurricane Ian. The storm has flooded orange groves and ripped fruit off trees across Florida. Several states have passed laws that require jobs post salaries or at least salary ranges. A new study finds many Americans feel anxious about investing their money. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: finance, Florida,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Winds will be at the strongest today in Middle Georgia as Tropical Storm Ian moves into the Atlantic. Today It is a split forecast for Middle Georgia this afternoon as a result of Tropical Storm Ian. The eastern half of the region will see clouds, while the western half sees sunny skies. This will result in…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Week seven of high school football is unique this year as all the games have moved up to Thursday due to the potential Hurricane Ian, including our Game of the Week between the Perry Panthers and the Westside Seminoles. The Seminoles are coming off their first losing season in program history but have already bounced back,…
All eyes have been on Ian today as it battered much of the Florida peninsula. Ian is quickly weakening this evening over land, but is still forecast to be a tropical storm as it pushes into the Atlantic tomorrow. Above is the latest track (as of 8pm) from the National Hurricane Center. This forecast track continues the small push east…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As Hurricane Ian makes landfall, storm evacuees are coming to Middle Georgia for safety and shelter. Visit Macon is one of many organizations offering resources for evacuees including finding lodging and things to do. Aaron Buzza, the CEO of Visit Macon, wants to make sure evacuees have the shelter they need while they’re here. “We’re trying…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Senate candidate Herschel Walker made a stop in Forsyth Wednesday. As part of his “Unite Georgia Bus Tour,” Walker gave a speech at Meadows Clay Sports, discussing several topics including inflation, identity politics and the treatment of the military and police. Walker was adamant about making sure both the military and police are respected and promised…