Houston County School District opens ‘Student Support Center’

"When our students don't have their basic needs met, they are not going to learn at their full potential and that's what we're trying to do."

Houston County School District creates student support centerstudent support centerWARNER ROBINS, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Students and families in Houston County will now have access to more resources under one roof. The Houston County School District recently repurposed Lindsey Elementary School, to create a ‘Student Support Center.’ School leaders say families and students have already taken advantage of the resources available. Those resources…

Laurens County School District investigating social media post

DUBLIN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Laurens County School District is investigating a post that’s circulating social media. It’s causing outrage and concern over several communities. We have chosen not to show the photo that is being shared. The picture shows 5 West Laurens High School students standing side by side, with letters on their chest spelling out a racial slur. We reached…

Macon man dies in crash early Monday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A male passenger is dead after a fatal crash on Pio Nono Avenue a little in the early hours of Monday. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, the wreck took place just before 12:30 a.m., on Monday, September 19th, at the intersection between Pio Nono and Rocky Creek Road. It’s reported that an SUV and…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Stratford hosts Pacelli

The Eagles (3-0) were averaging 41 PPG and trying to remain undefeated on the season. The Vikings (3-1) shut out Mount de Sales last week 38-0.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Stratford Eagles welcomed the Pacelli Vikings from Columbus in Week 5. The Eagles (3-0) were averaging 41 PPG and trying to remain undefeated on the season. The Vikings (3-1) shut out Mount de Sales last week 38-0. Check out the battle of the private schools from Eagle Field: Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags:…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: ACE welcomes Northeast in our Game of the Week

The Raiders came into the game after beating Carver last week, the #2 team in AAA. The Gryphons (4-0) were looking to remain undefeated on the season.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The ACE Gryphons hosted the Northeast Raiders in our Game of the Week Friday night. The Raiders came into the game after beating Carver last week, the #2 team in AAA. The Gryphons (4-0) were looking to remain undefeated on the season. Here are the highlights from Shaaz Peerani: Categories: End Zone, Game of the Week,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Mount de Sales visits Westfield

It was the first time these two teams had played since 2013.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mount de Sales Cavaliers traveled to Marvin Arrington Stadium to take on the Westfield Hornets in Perry. The Hornets (2-2) had won eight straight against Mount de Sales.  The Cavaliers (2-1) were only scoring 16 points per game while giving up 21  points per game. It was the first time these two teams had played…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Southwest hosts Jordan

The Patriots (0-3) were looking for their first win of the season.  The Red Jackets (0-3) lost to ACE last week, 49-20.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Southwest Patriots welcomed the Jordan Red Jackets to Henderson Stadium Friday night. The Patriots (0-3) were looking for their first win of the season.  The Red Jackets (0-3) lost to ACE last week, 49-20. Check out the highlights below: Categories: End Zone, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Henderson Stadium, high school football, Jordan Red…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Bleckley County travels to West Laurens

The Royals (3-0) were coming off a win against the #4 team in Class A, Schley County. The Raiders (1-2) had been shut out the last two weeks by Houston County and Vidalia, respectively.

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The West Laurens Raiders hosted the Bleckley County Royals Friday night. The Royals (3-0) were coming off a win against the #4 team in Class A, Schley County. The Raiders (1-2) had been shut out the last two weeks by Houston County and Vidalia, respectively. Here are the highlights from Royal Stadium:   Categories: End Zone,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Peach County visits Perry

The Panthers (2-1) beat Veterans 37-6 last week. The Trojans (2-1) were also coming off a huge win last week, beating Jones County 35-3.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peach County Trojans went on the road to take on the Perry Panthers in Week 5. The Panthers (2-1) beat Veterans 37-6 last week. The Trojans (2-1) were also coming off a huge win last week, beating Jones County 35-3. Tucker Sargent has the highlights from Herb St. John Stadium:   Categories: End Zone, Local…

THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores from Week 5 of high school football

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from Week 5.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from Week 5: Games featured on The End Zone: Northeast – 47 ACE – 21 Peach County – 7 Perry – 35 Jordan – 0 Southwest – 61 West Laurens – 0 Bleckley County – 33 Pacelli – 21 Stratford – 7 Mount de Sales – 21 Westfield…

Macon Mental Health Matters offers courses to help teens deal with mental health issues

"The biggest part is listening to him more, validating what they're feelings are and trying to be more open about what he has to say."

Macon Mental Health Matters hosting first of several sessions to tackle stigma of mental healthTeen Mental Health First Aid CourseMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— Macon Mental Health Matters is looking to change the stigma surrounding mental health. It’s doing so with a course known as “Teen Mental Health First Aid.” MMHM is helping parents help teens struggling with mental health challenges. The free…

Museum of Aviation helping fight hunger around the world

Rise Against Hunger and Northrop Grumman partnered with the Museum of Aviation, to pack 10,000 meals to be shipped around the world.

Volunteers packing food bagsWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rise Against Hunger and Northrop Grumman partnered with the Museum of Aviation, to pack 10,000 meals to be shipped around the world for those who struggle with hunger. September is Hunger Action Month, and the Northrop Grumman is putting together 25 “Rise Against Hunger” events. Over 100 volunteers packed bags of food…

Middle Georgia school receives national recognition

The award is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Kings Chapel Elementary is one of six Georgia schools named as a 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools Program. The award is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps. Principal William Ray says this award is a collective community effort. “We want to be a school that our community can be…

UPDATE: Man arrested in connection with robbery of north Macon Dollar Tree

A 23-year-old is now in custody in connection to the armed robbery of Dollar Tree on 175 Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. this week.

UPDATE (9/16): A 23-year-old is now in custody in connection to the armed robbery of Dollar Tree on 175 Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. this week. A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release says Taqwa Suwan Dixon of Macon was identified as one of the suspects involved and warrants were issued for his arrest. He was located at his home and…

UPDATE: Judge approves temporary closure of M&M Grocery in Macon

UPDATE: Superior Court Judge Howard Simms has approved Macon-Bibb County’s request to order the temporary closure of M&M Grocery on Montpelier Avenue. A hearing has been set for October 10th to review request that it be permanently closed.   MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County has asked Superior Court to close M&M Grocery on Montpelier Avenue permanently. According to a…

Morning Business Report: Amtrak to operate full schedule after labor agreement

Amtrak to operate a full schedule today with a tentative labor agreement between railroads and union. Wells Fargo says Hispanic workers face a higher risk from a recession. Treasury secretary Janet Yellen highlights Biden Administration’s plans for boosting the IRS. Categories: Featured, Morning Business Report Tags: Amtrak, Jane King, Morning Business Report, Recession, wells fargo

Tech Report: Netflix expects 40 million on it’s new platform, Big Tech fights hate crimes

Major Tech Giants announce new steps to fight hate crimes and racially motivated violence. A letter from Tom Cotton to Apple CEO warns of chips from China. Netflix expects its ad supported platform to gain 40 million viewers by next fall. Autonomous vehicles will account for roughly 8% of the kilometers that passenger vehicles travel by 2040 Categories: Tech Report,…

The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: ACE vs. Northeast, Pt. 3

The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Friday, September 16, at 7:30 p.m. at ACE.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The End Zone Game of the Week features a first-ever matchup between the ACE Gryphons and the Northeast Raiders. The ACE Gryphons have kicked off year one under head coach Keith Hatcher 4-0 and are averaging 54.8 points per game, making this the best start to a Gryphons season since the football program began in 2018….

UPDATE: 23-year-old man found dead in east Macon

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a body was found in east Macon Thursday night.

UPDATE:  A 23-year-old man was found dead Thursday night in east Macon. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded to a call of a person shot at the intersection of Denton Street and Haywood Road. Upon arrival, deputies found 23-year-old Jermaine Brandon Reynolds lying in the road unresponsive. Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley pronounced him dead at the scene. Call…

Historic Macon unveils new headquarters

The Historic Macon Foundation unveiled its new office headquarters Thursday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Historic Macon Foundation unveiled its new office headquarters Thursday. The preservation group moved from Poplar Street to the old fire hall No. 4,  located at 950 Third Street. Crews rehabilitated the fire station, which was originally built in 1870. Executive Director Ethiel Garlington says the building is a central location for all of the organization’s…

Bibb schools receive donation from law firm

Forrest B. Johnson and Associates Law Firm presented a $10,000 donation to the Bibb Education Foundation Thursday.

Forrest B. Johnson (middle) presenting donation to Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims (left)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Forrest B. Johnson and Associates Law Firm presented a $10,000 donation to the Bibb Education Foundation Thursday. $5,000 will go to Ballard Hudson Middle School and $5,000 will go to Southwest High School.  Bibb County Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims spoke about the message this sends…

Publix Super Market Charities donates $5 million to Feeding America food banks

September is Hunger Action Month, and Publix Super Market Charities is donating more than $5 million to hundreds of Feeding America food banks.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – September is Hunger Action Month, and Publix Super Market Charities is donating more than $5 million to hundreds of Feeding America food banks. 40 Publix volunteers representing five Publix store across Middle Georgia put the action in Hunger Action Month. Volunteers came to the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank Thursday as part of the Publix Serves…

Local health providers recommend high-dose flu vaccine for those 65 and up

As we approach flu season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending those 65 and older get a high-dose flu vaccine.

CDC recommends High-Dose Flu shot for people 65 years of age and olderHigh-Dose Flu ShotMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As we approach flu season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending those 65 and older get a high-dose flu vaccine. Staff at Piedmont Urgent Care say it’s not too early to start talking about the flu. The flu season…

Macon Hispanic Fest happening this weekend

Several organizations are coming together to host Macon's Hispanic Fest during this Hispanic Heritage Month.

Several Macon-Bibb organizations to host ‘Macon Hispanic Fest.’Macon Hispanic FestMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Several organizations are coming together to host Macon’s Hispanic Fest during this Hispanic Heritage Month. The event is happening Saturday at Rosa Parks Square on Poplar Street. Notivision Georgia, Mercer University and Macon-Bibb’s Office of Small Business Affairs are hosting the event. To kick off the month,…