Mercer Dominates Morehead State To Begin The 2022 Football Season
Local Sports, Sports, WMGT

Mercer dominates Morehead State to begin the 2022 football season

Mercer will face Auburn on Saturday, September 3, at Jordan-Hare Stadium.
Shaaz Peerani,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Mercer University’s football team begins the 2022 season with a dominating victory over Morehead State 63-13. The Bears had control from start to finish, not scoring on only three possessions the entire game. Quarterback Fred Payton went 11 for 17, passing for 248 yards and four touchdowns, while wide receiver Ty James had five receptions for…

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Crime, Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office looking for suspect in forgery case

Investigators say he cashed an altered check at the United Bank in Bolingbroke on July 12.
Clayton Poulnott,

BOLINGBROKE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding a man in connection to a forgery case. Investigators say the man picture aboved cashed an altered check at the United Bank in Bolingbroke on July 12. He also presented a florida’s driver’s license that was fake. If you have any information or know who the man…

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Front brings continued rain chances Tuesday

Rain will be in the forecast in Middle Georgia for most of the week with highs in the 90s until the weekend.
Cecilia Reeves,

We saw a hot day in Middle Georgia today, with highs warming to the low 90s (which is normal for this time of year). Highs tomorrow will warm back to the low 90s with partly cloudy skies to start the day. By the afternoon/evening hours a cold front will approach the area, and bring our next chance of rain. We…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

GCSU receives NEH grant for summer institute at Andalusia

Georgia College and State University is continuing to teach about author Flannery O'Connor's legacy.
Brick Nelson,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia College and State University is continuing to teach about author Flannery O’Connor’s legacy. The National Endowment for the Humanities awarded the university a $235,000 grant to go toward the Andalusia Institute. Executive Director of Andalusia Institute, Irene Burgess, says the institute will help scholars learn teaching strategies on the life and works of the college’s…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Several middle Georgia organizations receive grants to support arts

Thanks to a grant from Georgia Council for the Arts, several middle Georgia organizations are getting the support to continue immersing the community in the arts.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Georgia Council for the Arts Awards more than $1.3 Million dollars to several organizations across the stateGrants to benefit organizations focused on the artsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Thanks to a grant from Georgia Council for the Arts, several middle Georgia organizations are getting the support to continue immersing the community in the arts. The council awarded more than $1.3 million…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Mercer art exhibit addresses environmental crisis

Artist Alexa Kleinbard's "Storm Songs" art exhibit focuses on the impact of climate change.
Cameron Branscomb,

Paintings featured in the Storm Songs ExhibitMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Artist Alexa Kleinbard’s “Storm Songs” art exhibit focuses on the impact of climate change. Set to be shown at Mercer’s McEachern Art Center, the exhibit aims to raise awareness for environmental protection. “Nature is polluted, pesticides are reeking, climate change, sea level rise, fires, droughts,” Kleinbard said. “They’re the songs…

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Education, Featured, Local News, WMGT

Senator Jon Ossoff weighs in on student loan forgiveness

Ariel Schiller,

Credit: Pexels MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Senator Jon Ossoff is sharing his thoughts on President Biden’s student loan forgiveness initiative. He’s currently reviewing President Biden’s plan that was announced last week.* Following the president’s announcement last week, critics of the move say it will add to the national debt and eventually fall back on the tax payer. Senator Ossoff says…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, WMGT

United Way of Central Georgia celebrates 100 years of service

United Way of Central Georgia is celebrating 100 years of giving back to the community.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

United Way of Central Georgia celebrating 100 years100 yearsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — United Way of Central Georgia is celebrating 100 years of giving back to the community. Since its inception, the organization has worked to increase reading levels within schools through its volunteer-driven program known as “Read United,” which is now in five counties across middle Georgia. The organization has…

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Featured, Local News, Peach County

UPDATE: Fort Valley Police make third arrest in teen shooting death

The Peach County Sheriff’s Office located and apprehended Daquavious Oliver. He is the last of the three (3) suspects wanted for aggravated assault in connection with the death of a 16-year-old on August 20.
Tucker Sargent, 41NBC Web Producer,

OliverUPDATE (8/29): The Peach County Sheriff’s Office located and apprehended Daquavious Oliver. He is the last of the three (3) suspects wanted for aggravated assault in connection with the death of a 16-year-old on August 20. UPDATE (8/29) :  The Fort Valley Police Department has made a second arrest in the August 20 shooting death of a 16-year-old. In a post…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News, Unpublished, WMGT

1 dead following Saturday night crash on I-75

GSP says the crash happened around 9:15 Saturday night.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— A man is dead following a crash on the I-75 northbound entrance ramp on Hartley Bridge road. According to an incident report from Georgia State Patrol, the crash happened Saturday night at around 9:15. The report lists 71-year-old Richard Syme of Macon as the driver of the vehicle. The vehicle left the roadway at approximately 200 feet…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Hot weather returns to begin final week of August

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunny conditions are back for most of Middle Georgia today following last week’s cloudy weather. Today   The skies were clear over most of Middle Georgia to begin the final Monday of August. The southeastern counties of the region, however woke up to a handful of low level clouds once again blanketing the sunrise. The southeastern…

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Morning Business Report: Labor Day sales already underway on clothing, appliances, and furniture

Edward Smart,

For cash-strapped customers, Labor Day could be a good time to score a deal. Labor Day sales are already underway for summer clothing, appliances, and outdoor furniture. Retailers have a glut of inventory and are discounting items to clear out space for holiday goods. Select U.S. movie theaters will offer $3 movie tickets next Saturday in honor of National Cinema…

The End Zone Highlights: Houston County Hosts Perry In Our Game Of The Week
End Zone, Featured, Game of the Week, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Houston County hosts Perry in our Game of the Week

The Bears were coming off an opening season victory against Sumter County 41-7.  This was the Panthers' first game of the season.
Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Bears welcomed the Perry Panthers to Freedom Field on Friday night. The Bears were coming off an opening season victory against Sumter County 41-7.  This was the Panthers’ first game of the season. Check out the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Game of the Week, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Freedom…

The End Zone Highlights: Stratford Travels To Westfield
End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Stratford travels to Westfield

The Wesfield Hornets welcomed the Stratford Eagles to Marvin Arrington Stadium Friday night.
Clayton Poulnott,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Wesfield Hornets welcomed the Stratford Eagles to Marvin Arrington Stadium Friday night. The Hornets were 0-1 after losing to Deerfield-Windsor 45-28 last week. This was the Eagles’ season opener. Check out the highlights below: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, high school football, Marvin Arrington Stadium, Shaaz Peerani, stratford eagles, Tucker…

The End Zone Highlights: Northside Visits Peach County
End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northside visits Peach County

The Trojans were looking to start the season 2-0 after beating Baldwin. The Eagles lost their opening season game to Jones County.
Clayton Poulnott,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peach County Trojans hosted the Northside Eagles on Friday night. The Trojans were looking to start the season 2-0 after beating Baldwin. The Eagles lost their opening season game to Jones County. 41NBC’s Tucker Sargent has highlights from Trojan Stadium: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, high school football, northside…

The End Zone Highlights: Gmc Hosts Ace
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: GMC hosts ACE

The Bulldogs were trying to get to 1-1 on the season after losing last week. The Gryphons were looking to stay undefeated after a Week 1 victory over Crawford County.
Clayton Poulnott,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The GMC Bulldogs welcomed the ACE Gryphons Friday night. The Bulldogs were trying to get to 1-1 on the season after losing last week. The Gryphons were looking to stay undefeated after a Week 1 victory over Crawford County. Check out the highlights from Davenport Field: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports Tags: ACE Gryphons,…

The End Zone Highlights: Westside Faces Southwest
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Westside faces Southwest

The Seminoles came in 1-0 after beating Central 39-12. The Patriots were looking to get to .500 after losing 45-12 to Howard last week.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Westside Seminoles and the Southwest Patriots squared off at Henderson Stadium Friday night. The Seminoles came in 1-0 after beating Central 39-12. The Patriots were looking to get to .500 after losing 45-12 to Howard last week. 41NBC’s Bill Shanks has the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Henderson Stadium,…

The End Zone Highlights: Howard Travels To Central
End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Howard travels to Central

The Huskies were looking to stay unbeaten after defeating Southwest 45-12 last week. The Chargers were coming off a loss to Westside and looking for their first win this season.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Howard Huskies and Central Chargers met at Ed DeFore Sports Complex Friday night. The Huskies were looking to stay unbeaten after defeating Southwest 45-12 last week. The Chargers were coming off a loss to Westside and looking for their first win this season. Here are the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports Tags:…
Crime, Featured, Houston County, Local News

$8K being offered in Warner Robins unsolved homicide

The Warner Robins Police Department says in March of 1987, officers responded to a home on Crawford Street in reference to a person down.
Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— An eight thousand dollar reward is being offered for an arrest and conviction in a unsolved homicide. The Warner Robins Police Department says in March of 1987, officers responded to a home on Crawford Street in reference to a person down. That’s where they found 59-year-old Evelyn Springer unconscious with a head injury. Springer died from…

Traffick Jam
Bibb County, Featured, Houston County, Local News

Local organizations debunk warnings on sex trafficking

Mason Mourning, School Manager with Traffick Jam, says don't believe everything you read on social media.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Social media can connect us with friends and family we don’t see on a regular basis. It can also spread misinformation. A warning about zip ties on cars is making the rounds on TikTok, saying it’s a signal to sex trafficking. Mason Mourning, School Manager with Traffick Jam, says don’t believe everything you read on social media….

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Featured, Georgia News, Local News

Senator Jon Ossoff pushing for military facility upgrades

He says military members need these upgrades for themselves and their families.
Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Senator Jon Ossoff and Senator from Texas, John Corryn, are pushing to get upgrades to military barracks, daycare centers, and other facilities. They hope to accomplish this by looking at the bill that funds the Department of Defense, increasing resources for those facilities. Senator Ossoff says he spoke with junior enlisted personnel, and listened their concerns about…

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Featured, Local News, Macon County

National Black Growers Council holds Model Farm Field Day

"It's an awesome opportunity to come and engage with current and future producers, but there's a whole host of information out there to help and support our producers."
Brick Nelson,

MONTEZUMA, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– The National Black Growers Council partnered with the USDA to speak with farmers in Macon County about the advances in agriculture in Georgia. Executive Director of the USDA Farmer’s Service Agency, Arthur Tripp, spoke to row crop producers about the different resources they can use. “It’s an awesome opportunity to come and engage with current and future producers,…

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Featured, Local News, Peach County, WMGT

Peach County High School implements new security measures at athletic events

Peach County High School is taking precautionary measures to make sure its fans are safe during athletic events.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Peach County High School implements safety measure to its athletic eventsPeach County High SchoolFORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Peach County High School is taking precautionary measures to make sure its fans are safe during athletic events. If you’re planning to attend a PCHS sports event, you’ll now have to go through a metal detector. It’s just one of the safety…

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Education, Featured, Local News, Peach County, WMGT

Fort Valley State University receives grant to continue McNair Program

Fort Valley State University will continue giving students an opportunity to pursue a doctorate degrees.
Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Fort Valley State University receives grant to continue McNair ProgramMcNair ProgramFORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fort Valley State University will continue giving students an opportunity to pursue a doctorate degrees. This is thanks to a $1.3 million grant for its McNair Program. Each year, the program helps 25 income eligible students conduct research. It also gives them the opportunity to…