The Las Vegas Invitational Debacle Continues To Show The Divide In The Treatment Of Men’s And Women’s Athletics
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The Las Vegas Invitational debacle continues to show the divide in the treatment of men’s and women’s athletics

"The women's game, just we are always looked down upon just as women. Period."
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Ten Division I women’s basketball programs from around the nation, including 5th ranked Indiana University and the Mercer Bears, gathered at the Mirage Hotel and Casino for the Las Vegas Invitational, looking to get a few quality games in during the Thanksgiving Break. They got the gameplay, but the rest was far from quality. “The women’s…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Complaint leads to drug, gun arrests at Macon home

On November 28th, investigators were checking out a complaint at a home on Brigham Street.
Shelby Coates,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A complaint about a Macon home leads to a couple arrested on gun and drug charges. On November 28th, investigators were checking out a complaint at a home on Brigham Street in Macon. When investigators arrived, they found 38-year-old Christian Kuntz walking away from the home. Investigators reported smelling marijuana while speaking with her. A search…
Elections, Featured, Georgia News, Local News

Georgia breaks early voting record Monday

On Monday, November 28th, 301,545 Georgians voted.
Shelby Coates,

ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia voters broke the all-time daily turnout record for in-person Early Voting, according to Georgia’s Secretary of State’s Office. The Secretary of State’s Office reports, on Monday, November 28th, 301,545 Georgians voted early. Monday’s total is well above previous records of 233,252 voters processed on the final day of Early Voting in the 2018 General Election,…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Warm and sunny afternoon Tuesday; cloudy and wet night

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunny skies will stick around most of Tuesday before clouds and rain arrive overnight. Today Sunshine will stick around Middle Georgia most of the day today. Highs will reach the low to mid 70s with southeast winds blowing in at about 5-15 mph. Gusts could reach upwards of 20 mph. Cloud cover will begin to increase…

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Bibb County, Elections, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections seeing steady turnout during early voting

The office began its early voting Saturday. Elections officials say more than 1,500 people had voted early as of Monday.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Early Voting kicks off for the Runoff ElectionEarly VotingMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Early voting for the runoff election is underway in Georgia. The Board of Elections Office in Macon-Bibb County is seeing about a 30-minute waiting period. The office began its early voting Saturday. Elections officials say more than 1,500 people had voted early as of Monday. There are only…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Bibb Schools approves construction of new Springdale Elementary School

The Bibb County School District is moving forward with the construction of a new Springdale Elementary School.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Bibb County Schools approve construction of new Springdale ElementarySpringdale Elementary SchoolMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County School District is moving forward with the construction of a new Springdale Elementary School. Media Specialist Meagin Jiles says a lot of memories lie within the walls of Springdale, from attending the school as a 6-year-old to now teaching there. She says hearing about…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Salvation Army’s Angel Tree project in full swing

According to the Salvation Army, adoptions for angels are going slow right now due to inflation. Leaders add that companies that have donated in the past have downsized.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) – The Christmas season is here, and it’s time to give back to children who may not get any gifts this year. The Salvation Army’s Project Angel Tree is in full swing in several locations in Middle Georgia. The organization says more than 1,200 angels have been picked up. According to the Salvation Army, adoptions for angels are…

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Local News, Weather

Sunny and warm Tuesday, Storms return Wednesday

Enjoy the sunshine Tuesday, because a strong front will bring potential for a few severe thunderstorms and heavy rain Wednesday.
Cecilia Reeves,

  It was a beautiful day in Middle Georgia thanks to clear skies and warmer than normal high temps in the 70s. Overnight we will once again be cooling into the 40s under clear skies. Tuesday will be another nice day, with clouds slowly increasing during the afternoon. Highs will still be warming to the 70s even with additional cloud…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Full camera enforcement of Macon-Bibb school speed limits resumes

Students are back from Thanksgiving Break, and Macon-Bibb County is reminding drivers they'll pay the price for speeding in school zones using automated cameras.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Students are back from Thanksgiving Break, and Macon-Bibb County is reminding drivers they’ll pay the price for speeding in school zones using automated cameras. The cameras are in six school zones and will be active during school zone hours. So far, cameras have been installed for the school zones around Northeast High & Appling Middle, Rutland…
Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

GSP works deadly crash in Baldwin County

Troopers responded to the crash around 5:30 Sunday evening.
Shelby Coates,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In Baldwin County, Georgia State Patrol worked a fatal crash on Deepstep Road near Oquincy Road. GSP says troopers responded to the crash around 5:30 Sunday evening. An investigation shows a Ford Ranger was speeding and heading east when it left the road and hit a tree. The driver was pronounced deceased on scene. And a…
Featured, Local News, Twiggs County

Motorcyclists dies in crash along I-16 in Twiggs County

The crash happened at Exit 27 (Highway 358) and Interstate 16 in Twiggs County
Shelby Coates,

JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Monday morning crash in Twiggs County leaves a motorcyclists dead. According to Georgia State Patrol, the crash happened around 6:30am at Exit 27 (Highway 358) and Interstate 16 in Twiggs County. The preliminary investigation shows a tractor trailer was turning right after exiting the interstate. The tractor trailer failed to yield and the motorcycle collided…

The End Zone Highlights: Tattnall Travels To Stratford For Our Game Of The Week
End Zone, Game of the Week, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Tattnall travels to Stratford for our Game of the Week

The last time these teams met in the playoffs was in 2016. Tattnall won 13-7.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– The Tattnall Trojans went on the road to play the Stratford Eagles with a trip to the championship game on the line. The Eagles have won three in a row and average 35PPG while giving up 21 PPG. The Trojans beat Stratford on October 7 at home 33-28. The last time these teams met in the playoffs was…

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
End Zone, Local Sports, Sports

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…