MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mercer football team has one of the FCS’s highest-scoring quarterback/wide receiver duos. Quarterback Fred Payton and wide receiver Ty James have connected for five touchdowns this season, which leads the FCS. James also has the second-highest receiving yards in the FCS, with 372. Last season, James had 611 receiving yards, and just through three games…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The End Zone Game of the Week for week six features a region battle between the Perry Panthers and the Howard Huskies. Howard went 3-7 last season but has already opened up this season with a 4-0 record. The Huskies only had 37 players last year, and now, they have 80, which could be a huge…
It was another hot day in Middle Georgia for our last official day of Summer. Thursday brings the Autumnal Equinox, as well as the hottest day of the week for Middle Georgia. Thankfully we will be seeing some relief from the heat as a cold front pushes in from the north. This front will create a pretty breezy day and…
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Centerville City Council is moving forward with its plan to create a future “Town Center.” The goal is to provide a place near Center Park for people to shop and eat. Post 2 Councilman Justin Wright says the Town Center would be the downtown the city has always needed. “As communities grow, as we come past…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Schools are addressing the water need in Jackson, Mississippi. Five schools donated hundreds of cases of water. The non-profit organization ATAP Family Services collaborated with Howard High School to challenge to all Bibb County schools to donate water. Howard Athletic Director Lativa Coleman says she wants her students to give back to others in…
Macon-Bibb County Commissioners purchase Bibb Mill Property to developMacon-Bibb County Commissioners purchase Bibb Mill Property to developMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb Commissioners approve a major land purchase with the hope of revitalizing part of east Macon. Commissioners approved a $14 million deal Tuesday to buy the Bibb Mill property. Plans for the site include several businesses and a hotel. District…
Time is running out for Georgia Tech head coach Geoff Collins. Hear why Bill Shanks says the best thing for the Yellow Jackets, and Georgia football as a whole, is for Collins to go. Categories: Sports Tags: ACC, Bill Shanks, College Football, Geoff Collins, georgia-tech-yellow-jackets
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–Rebuilding Macon, a local non profit organization, is set to host the 30th annual “Macon’s Cookin’” fundraiser. The event will feature popular dishes from Macon restaurants. There will also be an auction of gift baskets and a two night stay at the Towaglia River resort in Juliette. The event raises funds for Rebuilding Macon. Its mission is to rehabilitate…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Hispanic newspaper ‘Que Pasa’, is hosting its annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Sunday. The event will feature many Hispanic artists, a variety of food, along with a animal show courtesy of the Museum of Arts and Sciences. Moises Velez, editor of ‘Que Pasa’, says he wants people to come to experience Hispanic culture. “I like for…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures are peaking in the lower 90s as sunshine continues for Middle Georgia. Today It’s sunny outside once again across Middle Georgia. Highs will reach the low 90s with heat indices into the mid 90s. Cloud cover will remain at a minimum and there is no chance for rain. Ambient winds will blow from the northeast…
(41NBC/WMGT) — Apple is out with some new iPhones, which have improved cameras, and even first of its kind safety features. Let’s check out the iPhone 14. Apple CEO Tim Cook is hoping bigger is better for smartphone users, after announcing a new larger iPhone. The 14 Plus is 6.7 inches, and joins the already popular 6.1 inch phone. Not…
(41NBC/WMGT) — If you’re tired of spending hours every week taking care of your grass, it might be time to switch things up. Rupa Mehta, an outdoor home expert at Angi, is here to show us some grass-free lawn alternatives. “Consider covering your yard with plants,” said Mehta “Moss and clover grow quickly and require little to no maintenance. Native…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mercer men’s soccer team hosted their third consecutive game, this time taking on the UAB Blazers. The first half only saw only goal by Ousman Jabang. In the 62nd minute, the Blazers scored off a corner kick to tie the game, but less than two minutes later, the Blazers scored again, taking a 2-1 lead….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — After defeating The Citadel 17-0, the Mercer football team has been ranked 16th in the FCS, the highest ranking in program history. This season, the Bears have been led by stellar defensive play, and this week, the Mercer defense has to transition from playing a run-heavy The Citadel team to a pass-heavy Gardner-Webb squad. “It’s a…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — High school football season is flying by, as it’s already week six, and our End Zone Game of the Week features the Perry Panthers vs. the Howard Huskies. After falling in a heartbreaker in their first game of the season to Houston County, the Panthers have won three straight contests against quality opponents. This week, they…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two separate storage facility break-in cases. The first involves storage units at 5410 Hawkinsville Road. According to the Sheriff’s Office, several suspects broke into multiple storage units. The suspects were seen in a possible gray 2018 or newer Kia Forte. The vehicle has noticeable rear end damage. If you can…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– Baldwin County School District opened a new splash pad for Early Learning Center Students. Superintendent Noris Price says the splash pad will help expose young children to water, and promote water safety at a early age. “It’s a great opportunity for our kids to be exposed to water at a early age and also learn about water safety,”…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–Georgia College and State University is hosting a variety of events this week in celebration of the college’s annual Constitution Week. Students gathered at Atkinson Hall Tuesday, to dicuss the topic the “Stop Woke Act and Free Speech.” Assistant Professor of Public Law at Georgia College, Dr. Adam Lamparello, says students are learning the limits of free speech. They’re…
We got our first 90 degree highs in almost two weeks here in Macon this afternoon, and it starts a trend of more hot days this week. Lows tonight will be falling into the mid 60s with mostly clear skies continuing into Wednesday morning. Wednesday will be another hot day with clear skies and highs in the mid 90s. Thursday…
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – More than two dozen people are facing drug charges under a law enforcement operation known as Summer Breeze Drug Sweep. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office sent out deputies Tuesday to arrest about 27 people for the sale of illegal drugs. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office says 15 individuals had been taken into custody. And the search…
Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections encourages voter registration during National Voter RegistrationMacon-Bibb County Board of ElectionsMACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The third Tuesday of September is known as ‘National Voter Registration Day’, and the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections is pushing for your vote. According to Mike Kaplan, Chairman for the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections, there has been an increase in voter…
Keith Moon appointed city of Dublin new Police ChiefNew Dublin Police ChiefDUBLIN, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Dublin Police Department has a new Police Chief. Keith Moon was appointed to the position on September 15, after serving as Interim Police Chief since December 2021. Chief Moon has been with the Police Department since 1998, and brings over 30 years of experience. Since being…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High temperatures are returning to the lower 90s around Middle Georgia as the sunny pattern keeps its grip on the Peach State. Today It was another clear morning around Middle Georgia to begin our Tuesday, and the skies are still clear heading into the later morning hours. We will see cloud fields begin to fill in…
Workers are returning to U.S. offices at the highest rate since the pandemic began. Offices are up 55% from 48% early 2020. Ford is adding to the gloomy outlook for the world economy. They claim to have had a billion dollars of extra costs to make cars. The U.S. Department of Defense is pushing its contractors to ensure none of…