The End Zone Highlights: Brentwood Hosts Briarwood
End Zone, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Brentwood hosts Briarwood

The Eagles have won seven in a row and beat Briarwood earlier this season 21-0. The Buccaneers have won five in a row, and last won the state title in 1989.
Clayton Poulnott,

SANDERSVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– The Brentwood War Eagles welcomed in the Briarwood Buccaneers to Eagle Field on Friday night. The Eagles have won seven in a row and beat Briarwood earlier this season 21-0. The Buccaneers have won five in a row, and last won the state title in 1989. The winner plays Gatewood or Central Fellowhip. Bill Shanks has the highlights:…

The End Zone Highlights: Central Fellowship Welcomes Gatewood
End Zone, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Central Fellowship welcomes Gatewood

The Lancers are undefeated and beat Gatewood 31-21 on September 29. The Gators are just 5-6 on the year, but beat Augusta Prep 38-27 last week.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–The Central Fellowship Lancers hosted the Gatewood Gators on Friday night. The Lancers are undefeated and beat Gatewood 31-21 on September 29. The Gators are just 5-6 on the year, but beat Augusta Prep 38-27 last week. Winner of this game faces Brentwood or Briarwood next week in the GIAA AA championship game. Check out the highlights from Lancer…

The End Zone Highlights: John Milledge Welcomes Valwood
End Zone, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: John Milledge welcomes Valwood

The Trojans have won 48 games in a row and three straight championships. The Valiants were shutout by John Milledge last year 56-0 and lost to them in the 2019 state championship game.
Clayton Poulnott,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– The John Milledge Trojans hosted the Valwood Valiants on Friday night for a spot in the GIAA AAA championship game. The Trojans have won 48 games in a row and three straight championships. The Valiants were shutout by John Milledge last year 56-0 and lost to them in the 2019 state championship game. The winner faces Brookwood or…

The End Zone Highlights: Johnson County Hosts Clinch County
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Johnson County hosts Clinch County

Clinch County is 3-0 all time against Johnson County. The winner takes on Wilcox County or Schley County next week.
Clayton Poulnott,

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– The Johnson County Trojans welcome in the Clinch County Panthers to Herschel Walker Field. The Trojans are still undefeated.  The team is scoring 41PPG while giving up just 10PPG. The Panthers are scoring 35 PPG, while only allowing 18 PPG. Clinch County is 3-0 all time against Johnson County. The winner takes on Wilcox County or Schley County…

Small Biz Saturday
Business, Featured, Local News, Money

Local businesses in Middle Georgia prepare for Small Business Saturday

"I say skip Black Friday shopping and come Small Business Saturday shopping."
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– Christmas is just around the corner and if you missed on those Black Friday deals, there are businesses throughout Middle Georgia to support on Small Business Saturday. One of those businesses is Main Street Gray in Jones County. Main Street Gray is hosting its first Hometown Christmas Market. Director Ashley Roberson says the market will feature several local…

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Bibb County, Local News, WMGT

Macon Christmas Light Extravaganza lights up downtown Macon

"I mean we've watched proposals, we've watched the grandparents dancing with the grandchildren. I mean it's just fun to come down here and watch the people having such a great time."
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Macon Christmas Light Extravaganza to kick off in Downtown MaconMacon Christmas Light ExtravaganzaMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)—The annual Macon Christmas Light Extravaganza begins Friday. Bryan Nichols is the Coordinator for the lights, he says the set up begins in October by testing the lights. “It’s truly is a magical night,” he said. Over 500,000 lights will bring people together for the 6th year….

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Bibb County, Discover Middle Georgia, Featured, Local News

Discover Middle Georgia: Museum of Arts and Sciences

Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Down Forsyth Street in Macon is the Museum of Arts and Sciences, a large building surrounded by nature trails, outdoor art, and rescue animal enclosures. Originally the brainchild of a few teachers in Bibb county in 1956 – the museum would have humble beginnings as a small, one-room building. Over the next several decades, it would…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Local church gives out free dinners for Thanksgiving

"The whole world needs thanks. Macon needs thanks and it's a good day to be in America and I wish blessings for everybody."
Brick Nelson,

MACON,Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— As millions of people around the country celebrate Thanksgiving with family, some aren’t as fortunate. However, for those who don’t have anywhere to go this year, the Middle Georgia community is giving out warm meals. “The whole world needs thanks. Macon needs thanks and it’s a good day to be in America and I wish blessings for everybody,” said…
Featured, Hancock County, Local News

Hancock County teen dies in ATV crash

According to Georgia State Patrol, a 16-year old was driving a side-by-side vehicle when he lost control and overturned on Anna Poole Road.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

SPARTA, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— A Hancock County teenager is dead following a single vehicle crash Wednesday night. According to Georgia State Patrol, a 16-year old was driving a side-by-side vehicle when he lost control and overturned on Anna Poole Road. The teen was ejected from the vehicle and taken to Washington County Hospital by a family member. He was then flown to…

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Bibb County, Discover Middle Georgia, Featured, Local News

Discover Middle Georgia: Ocmulgee Mounds National Historic Park

Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Located off Emery Highway in Macon, the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historic Park is like something from another world. With almost two thousand acres of nature, it’s hard to believe something like it exists within sprawling Macon. Park Guide Andrea Martison explained just how old the land is. “We’ve actually had over twelve thousand years of human…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Three killed in crash on Bass Road

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic collision that occurred just after 4:00 a.m. on I-75 southbound at Bass Road. It was reported a Chevrolet Tahoe  was traveling north in the I-75 southbound lanes, near the Bass Road off-ramp, when it collided head on with a Toyota Camry going southbound. The female driver…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

12-year-old shot while riding in stolen car

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 12-year-old is in stable condition after being shot Wednesday afternoon. Around 4:15 deputies were called to Houston Avenue in reference to a car accident. While in route, they received a second call of shots fired in the area. 911 Dispatch then told deputies the victim was taken to the hospital with non life threatening injuries….

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Bibb County, Local News, WMGT

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office looking for person who robbed a Circle K

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office needs your help identifying a nan they say robbed a gas station. According to the Sheriff’s Office, a man walked into the Circle K on Vineville Avenue around 3a.m. with a gun. He demanded cigarettes and money from the store clerk. After getting the items he ran out of the store. According to…
Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

4 teens arrested in aggravated assault, entering auto incident

Four teenagers are in custody, accused of shooting a man and stealing from his vehicle on Wednesday night.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON,Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–Four teenagers are in custody, accused of shooting a man and stealing from his vehicle on Wednesday night. The incident happened at the Walmart on Gray Highway just before 9 p.m. The Sheriff’s Office says 39-year-old Jason Seales was walking to his vehicle when he noticed the teens removing items from the vehicle. When he chased them into the woods…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

41NBC’s Annual Red Cross Blood Drive begins

According to Senior Account Manager for the American Red Cross, Brian Fern, donors can help save up to three lives.
Brick Nelson,

MACON,Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–It’s that time of year to give back, by taking part in the 41NBC Thanksgiving Blood Drive. As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, people become busy with holiday activities and blood donations decline. According to Senior Account Manager for the American Red Cross, Brian Fern, donors can help save up to three lives. “Thanksgiving is a difficult time for us all…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Local law firm gives back to families for Thanksgiving

Forrest B. Johnson & Associates gave away more than five hundred catered Thanksgiving plates Wednesday morning.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– A Macon law firm is giving back to those in need of a meal for Thanksgiving. Forrest B. Johnson & Associates gave away more than five hundred catered Thanksgiving plates Wednesday morning. The law firm served meals at four Macon locations. Volunteers say they want to make sure everyone is able to have a holiday dinner. “I think…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Middle Georgia Model Railroad Club hosts annual train display

"I've been watching Thomas for a long time, ever since I was a child so it's very fun."
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Middle Georgia Model Train Display at the Museum of AviationModel Train DisplayWARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Model Train display is back the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins, spreading holiday cheer. Jim Kerr is the President of the Middle Georgia Model Railroad Club. He created a Christmas model train display. “It’s approximately 14 feet long, 8 feet wide, has 68 buildings…

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Bibb County, Entertainment, Featured, Local News

Chef Camille shares holiday favorites, catering options

The holidays are here, but everyone does not enjoy preparing a holiday feast.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The holidays are here, and many of us are in our kitchens preparing for the feast and fellowship. However, not everyone enjoys cooking for the holidays. Hiring a caterer could be a more efficient option. Chef Camille with Edibly Me shares some of her holiday favorites and why you may want to consider a caterer for…

Operation Overwatch Web
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Convicted sex offenders arrested in ‘Operation Overwatch’ in Houston County

Houston District Attorney William Kendall launched the operation
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Operation OverwatchWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Five registered sex offenders in Houston County are now behind bars, thanks to ‘Operation Overwatch.’ Houston District Attorney William Kendall launched the operation to help identify registered sex offenders who may be in violation of their probation. The operation kicked off with several weeks of planning and gathering information from the community. The probation…

Missing Man Web
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Houston County deputies searching for man missing since August

Deputies are trying to locate 37-year old Dustin Randy Wallace.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Dustin WallaceWARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)- The Houston County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding 37-year old Dustin Randy Wallace. According to a the Houston County Sheriff’s Office, Wallace was reported missing in September. But he was last seen in early August in the area of General Courtney Hodges Boulevard in Perry. Wallace was described as having brown hair, blue eyes, and…

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Discover Middle Georgia, Featured, Local News

Discover Middle Georgia: SAM Shortline

Drake Rozelle,

CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – About an hour south of Macon, in the city of Cordele lies a small inconspicuous brick building. On the outside of this building reads “SAM Shortline Excursion Train Depot”, and though it might sound too good to be true, the excursion train is very much real. SAM Shortline runs from Cordele all the way to Archery…
Bibb County, Bleckley County, Featured, Houston County, Local News

GBI announces 3 teens arrested in Cochran murder investigation

41NBC Web Producer,

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Two teenagers from Warner Robins and one teen from Macon have been arrested and are facing charges for the death of 24-year-old Kavontez Deshaveon Farrow. Farrow was shot on October 29th, and later died at Bleckley Memorial Hospital. 16-year-old Dashawn Adams of Warner Robins was arrested in Winston Salem, North Carolina, 17-year-old Kameryn Ke’mauri Mims of Macon…

Washington Arrests
Featured, Local News, Washington County

2 charged with aggravated assault, kidnapping in Tennille shooting

Deputies responded to shots fired on Fourth Street in Tennille
Shelby Coates,

TENNILLE, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT) – Two women are facing multiple charges, including aggravated assault and kidnapping, in relation to a Washington County shooting. Deputies arrested 26-year-old Emily Osborn of Bonaire and 32-year-old Taylor Dominy of Kathleen. Around midnight, deputies responded to shots fired on Fourth Street in Tennille. They reported finding two victims and a tractor damaged by gunfire. After getting…