WCSO arrests man using drone to make contraband drop at Washington State Prison

SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Washington County Sheriff’s Office made a social media post on October 11 announcing an investigation that led to an arrest after a drone landed on a deputy’s patrol vehicle. According to the post, Deputies made contact with an individual on Sunday morning near Washington State Prison, where a drone landed on a deputy’s patrol vehicle….

ASK ANGI: Upgrading your media space

(41NBC/WMGT) — Everyone is spending more time at home these days and that likely means more time watching tv and movies at home. If you’re ready for an upgrade you’re in luck, because this week’s Ask Angi segment will show you how to take that “at-home viewing experience” to the next level. Once you have the right space think about…

Jones County makes 8 arrests in connection to gang activity and May murder

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Jones County Sheriff’s Office reported Wednesday morning that, with the assistance of multiple agencies, several arrest warrants had been served in the Milledgeville area in connection to a lengthy investigation into gang activity in the area, including the involvement of members of the PIRU street gang. According to the JCSO, the Jones County Drug Unit…

Warner Robins vehicle collision leaves pedestrian in critical condition

WARNER ROBINS (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Police Department reported Wednesday, October 13, that in the early hours of the morning they responded to a call concerning a vehicle that struck a pedestrian in the 4000 block of Watson Boulevard and Highway 247 connector. According to the release from WRPD, the collision between a 2021 Toyota Camry and pedestrian Adam…

Early voting in Middle Georgia begins

Early voting goes until October 29th. Election day is November 2nd.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Early voting started Tuesday across Middle Georgia. We spoke with election officials on what you can expect when you go to the polls. Darius Maynard is the Chairman of the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections. He says voters have the option to go to the Board of Elections headquarters, or the Elaine Lucas Senior Center. There will…

Popular Baby Barn exhibit back at the Georgia National Fair

From a baby calf being born to seeing pigs, there's a lot to see and learn.

PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— For the third year, the Baby barn is back at the Georgia National Fair. From a baby calf being born to seeing pigs, there’s a lot to see and learn. Crowds gathered to witness the moment a cow gave birth to a baby calf, named Kirby. Crowds cheered moments before and after the arrival. For some fair-goers, witnessing…

Eudora Farms Petting Zoo offers fun learning experience at GNF

You can see llamas, Alpakas, Ponys and much more.

PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The Eudora Farms Petting Zoo is back at the Georgia National Fair this year. They hope to educate the community on the animals they brought. Eudora farms is from South Carolina, where they offer a drive through safari experience. But they have brought a walk through experience to the fair. You can see Llamas, Alpakas, Ponys and much…

Fried veggies to black-eyed peas: Food options (almost) endless at Georgia National Fair

41NBC's Tucker Sargent visited the fairgrounds for an inside look at what vendors are serving up this year.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – I’ll admit it. I’m not a fan of using the saying, “There’s something for everyone,” but I am using it to describe the menu at the Georgia National Fair. Every option in the galaxy—OK, not that many, but you get the point. “Funnel cakes, fried dough, fried Oreos, fried Twinkies and fried Reese’s,” a concession worker…

Damien Ferguson makes first court appearance in Wheeler County

Ferguson is charged with the murder of Alamo police officer, Dylan Harrison.

ALAMO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)–  The man accused of murdering Alamo police officer, Dylan Harrison made his first appearance in court Tuesday afternoon. A handcuffed Damien Ferguson entered the Wheeler County Courthouse to listen to his list of charges and what lies ahead in terms of a trial. Ferguson is charged with Harrison’s murder and Aggravated Stalking for a previous incident. Judge…

JCSO: Teens accused of vandalizing high school for social media challenge

GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is looking for teens caught on camera, appearing to vandalize Jones County High School. Deputies believe two sets of teens did the damage on two different nights as part of a social media challenge known as The Devious Lick. The Sheriff’s Office shared surveillance photos from September 25th and October 7th…

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores October 4-8

Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, October 4 and Friday, October 8, 2021.

  MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, October 4 and Friday, October 8, 2021. All scores of 75 and below are shown in red. All scores between 76 and 85 are shown in orange. All scores between 86-99 are shown in black. All scores…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Peach County hosts Crisp County in our Game of the Week

It was a battle of two undefeated teams in Region 2-AAA.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)  – The Peach County Trojans hosted the Crisp County Cougars in our Game of the Week on The End Zone. It was a battle of two undefeated teams in Region 2-AAA. Tucker Sargent has highlights from Trojan Stadium:   Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, crisp county cougars, football, peach county trojans,…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Southwest travels to Northeast

It was a Region 3-AA battle at Thompson Stadium Friday night.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It was a Region 3-AA battle at Thompson Stadium Friday night. The Northeast Raiders hosted the Southwest Patriots. Here are the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, football, Northeast Raiders, southwest patriots, Thompson Stadium, Tucker Sargent

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Washington County visits Perry

The Panthers came into the game at 4-1 overall, while the Golden Hawks were 3-1.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Perry Panthers hosted the Washington County Golden Hawks Friday night. This was a rare late season non-region game. The Panthers came into the game at 4-1 overall, while the Golden Hawks were 3-1 Here are the highlights from Herb St. John Stadium:   Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, football, Herb…

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Westside hosts Howard

The Westside Seminoles hosted the Howard Huskies Friday night at Ed Defore Sports Complex.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Westside Seminoles hosted the Howard Huskies Friday night at Ed Defore Sports Complex. Both teams were playing for the first win in Region 2-AAAA. Here are the highlights:   Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, Ed Defore Sports Complex, football, howard huskies, Tucker Sargent, westside seminoles

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: FPD visits Tattnall Square

The Trojans were looking for their second win in the region, while the Vikings were looking for their first.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The FPD Vikings visited the Tattnall Square Trojans Friday night. The Trojans were looking for their second win in the region (1-0), while the Vikings were looking for their first (0-1). Check out the highlights below: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, football, fpd vikings, Jack Baynes Field, tattnall trojans, Tucker Sargent

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Stratford travels to Mount de Sales

Both teams were playing for their second win in the region.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Mount de Sales Cavaliers welcomed the Stratford Eagles to Mike Garvin Stadium Friday night. Both teams were playing for their second win in the region. The Cavaliers were 1-1 in region play, while the Eagles were 1-0. Here are the highlights: Categories: End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, WMGT Tags: Bill Shanks, football, Mike Garvin Stadium,…

New exhibit at GNF teaches how to grow food

The Starbuck Learning Farm is located by the south gate entrance of the fairgrounds.

PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— There are new exhibits at the Georgia National Fair, and one of those exhibits will teach you how to grow your own food. “Our goal is to demonstrate and to show people, what they can grow, different techniques for growing it. Also just different watering systems you can use, as well as a community orchard to showcase fruit…

Georgia Grown Exhibit back at the Georgia National Fair

The exhibit is inside the Georgia Grown building near the clock tower.

PERRY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)— The 32nd annual Georgia National Fair is back in Perry, A fair favorite known as Georgia Grown is back too. The exhibit is inside the Georgia Grown building near the clock tower. You can see antique tractors inside the building. There’s also the Georgia Grown store full of vendors, and the Baby Barn is back as well. New…

Piedmont Macon offers free depression screenings

They're hoping to take some of the stigma away from mental health issues.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Piedmont Macon Behavioral Health is offering free depression screenings during October. If you feel like you’re depressed or have symptoms of depression, call Lifeline to make an appointment. The appointment takes about 15 to 30 minutes. You sit down with a counselor to do an assessment and they determine what resources you need. We spoke with a…

Rant and Rave: October 7th – Georgia Vs. Auburn

Bill Shanks, Tucker Sargent and, a very special guest hash out the rivalry before the upcoming Georgia Auburn game.

Bill Shanks, Tucker Sargent and, a very special guest hash out the rivalry before the upcoming Georgia Auburn game. Also, what are the Braves chances in the playoffs, and is it too early for World Series picks? All that and more this week. Categories: Sports

Friday brings one last rainy day to Middle Georgia

It has been pretty much a whole week of rain, and Friday will be another one…for a while. Rain will likely start out the day across Middle Georgia with some thunderstorms possible as well. By the afternoon, most of us will start to see some clearing and drying. Although there will be a general drying trend, scattered showers and storms…