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Morning Business Report: Trump proposes $2,000 “tariff dividend” while markets slide and healthcare costs rise

President Donald Trump is promising a $2,000 “tariff dividend” for every American, though he hasn’t explained who would qualify or when payments might go out.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- President Donald Trump is promising a $2,000 “tariff dividend” for every American, though he hasn’t explained who would qualify or when payments might go out. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told ABC’s “This Week” the dividends might come through tax cuts or credits instead of direct checks. Meanwhile, credit card giants Visa and Mastercard are nearing a deal to slightly…
Across the Nation, Featured

Senate advances stopgap funding bill, moving U.S. closer to ending record shutdown

The government is one step closer to reopening after the Senate voted late Thursday night to advance a stopgap funding bill.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- The government is one step closer to reopening after the Senate voted late Thursday night to advance a stopgap funding bill. The measure, a compromise between centrist Democrats and Republicans, funds much of the federal government through January. It also includes longer-term funding for military construction, veterans’ affairs, the legislative branch, and agriculture, while extending the SNAP food assistance…
Across the Nation, Featured

Cleveland Guardians pitchers charged in game-fixing scheme

Two Cleveland Guardians pitchers are at the center of a bombshell betting scandal shaking Major League Baseball.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- Two Cleveland Guardians pitchers are at the center of a bombshell betting scandal shaking Major League Baseball. An indictment unsealed on Sunday charges Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz with multiple counts, including conspiracy, wire fraud, bribery, and money laundering. Federal prosecutors in the Eastern District of New York allege the two intentionally threw balls instead of strikes during specific…
Bleckley County, Featured, Local News

Two dead after motorcycle crash on Daisy Adams Road in Bleckley County

Sheriff Daniel Cape shared condolences with the community after a motorcycle crash that claimed two lives Saturday night.
Tucker Sargent,

BLECKLEY COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people died Saturday night following a motorcycle crash on Daisy Adams Road. According to a sheriff’s office social media post, the crash happened in the 500 block of Daisy Adams Road. Sheriff Daniel Cape said emergency crews from the Bleckley County Sheriff’s Office, Fire Department and EMS responded to the scene. In an update…

The End Zone Highlights: Westfield Hosts Tiftarea
End Zone, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Westfield hosts Tiftarea

The Hornets (7-3, 3-1) won District 5. Westfield lost to Tiftarea 20-19 in Chula on September 12. The Panthers (4-5, 2-2 in District 3) from Tift County, was scoring 20.3 points per game and allowing 22.6.
Clayton Poulnott,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Westfield Hornets welcomed the Tiftarea Panthers to Marvin Arrington Stadium on Friday night. The Hornets (7-3, 3-1) won District 5. Westfield lost to Tiftarea 20-19 in Chula on September 12. The Panthers (4-5, 2-2 in District 3) from Tift County, was scoring 20.3 points per game and allowing 22.6. The winer of this game plays…

The End Zone Highlights: Windsor Travels To Brentwood In Our Game Of The Week
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Windsor travels to Brentwood in our Game of the Week

The Knights (5-6) beat Augusta Prep 35-8 last week in the first round. Windsor came into this game scoring 25.5 points per game while allowing 25.5. The War Eagles (9-1) had won four in a row coming into the game.
Clayton Poulnott,

SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Windsor Knights went on the road to take on the Brentwood War Eagles in a GIAA quarterfinal matchup on Friday night in our Game of the Week. The Knights (5-6) beat Augusta Prep 35-8 last week in the first round. Windsor came into this game scoring 25.5 points per game while allowing 25.5. The War…

The End Zone Highlights: Fpd Hosts Strong Rock Christian
End Zone, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: FPD hosts Strong Rock Christian

The Vikings (7-3, 3-1) had a BYE last week. FPD beat Strong Rock last season in the quarterfinals, 28-13. The Patriots (6-4, 2-2) from Locust Grove came into the game scoring 32.5 points per game, while allowing 21.0.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The FPD Vikings welcomed in the Strong Rock Christian Patriots to George S. Johnson Memorial Stadium on Friday night. The Vikings (7-3, 3-1) had a BYE last week. FPD beat Strong Rock last season in the quarterfinals, 28-13. The Patriots (6-4, 2-2) from Locust Grove came into the game scoring 32.5 points per game, while allowing…

The End Zone Highlights: Central Fellowship Visits Southland
End Zone, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Central Fellowship visits Southland

The Lancers (5-5) beat Cherokee Christian last week in the first round, after losing their first round playoff game last season to Southwest Georgia. The Golden Raiders (6-4) had lost two in a row coming into the matchup.
Clayton Poulnott,

AMERICUS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Central Fellowship Lancers went on the road to take on the Southland Golden Raiders for a chance to make the GIAA semi-final round. The Lancers (5-5) beat Cherokee Christian last week in the first round, after losing their first round playoff game last season to Southwest Georgia. The Golden Raiders (6-4) had lost two in…

The End Zone Highlights: John Milledge Hosts Piedmont
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: John Milledge hosts Piedmont

The Trojans (8-1, 4-0), the #1 seed in AAA, had won five straight against the Cougars. John Milledge last played Piedmont in 2017, and its last loss to Piedmont was in 1988. The Cougars (7-4, 3-4 in District 4), from Monticello, beat Lakeview Academy 27-21 last week. Piedmont was scoring 20.6 points per game while allowing 16.5 points per game coming into this one.
Clayton Poulnott,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The John Milledge Trojans hosted the Piedmont Academy Cougars on Friday night in a GIAA quarterfinal matchup. The Trojans (8-1, 4-0), the #1 seed in AAA, had won five straight against the Cougars. John Milledge last played Piedmont in 2017, and its last loss to Piedmont was in 1988. The Cougars (7-4, 3-4 in District 4),…

The End Zone Highlights: Stratford Welcomes Calvary Christian
End Zone, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Stratford welcomes Calvary Christian

The Eagles (8-2, 2-2 in Region 6) had a BYE last week. Stratford beat Calvary Christian 34-7 on October 24. The Eagles are the #1 seed. The Knights (6-5, 0-4 in Region 5) beat Bethlehem Christian 30-28 last week.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Stratford Eagles hosted the Calvary Christian Knights in a GIAA quarterfinal matchup. The Eagles (8-2, 2-2 in Region 6) had a BYE last week. Stratford beat Calvary Christian 34-7 on October 24. The Eagles are the #1 seed. The Knights (6-5, 0-4 in Region 5) beat Bethlehem Christian 30-28 last week. The winner of the game…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Mercer University breaks ground on new downtown medical school

The new medical school facility, which leaders expect to be completed in Fall 2028, is expected to create a boom for businesses in downtown Macon.
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Today, Mercer University celebrated the groundbreaking of its largest project on record – a new downtown medical school and multi-use development which leaders say has been decades in the making. The new medical school facility, which leaders expect to be completed in Fall 2028, is expected to create a boom for businesses in…

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41 Today, 41 Today Community, Education, Featured, Laurens County

Attorney speaks out on Dublin teacher lawsuit

The Professional Association of Georgia Educators says Dublin City Schools wrongfully terminated a teacher amid district budget cuts.
Gena Tripp,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin City Schools is facing a lawsuit after the state’s largest teachers’ group says the district illegally fired one of its educators, and more job cuts could be on the way. The Professional Association of Georgia Educators, known as PAGE, filed a lawsuit against Dublin City Schools and its Board of Education. The group claims teacher…

City Of Warner Robins Prepares For Upcoming Christmas Events
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City of Warner Robins prepares for upcoming Christmas events

Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick says the events are meant for everyone in the community.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins is preparing for the upcoming holiday season with a lineup of festive activities. Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick says the events are meant for everyone in the community. “Christmas officially kicks off in Warner Robins on December 4,” Patrick said. “We have our Christmas bazaar that day with vendors selling…
Across the Nation, Featured, Tech Report

Tech Report: Meta ad controversy, Google’s prediction data deal, and new AI innovations

Meta projected that about 10% of its total 2024 sales came from online ads promoting scams and banned goods.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Meta projected that about 10% of its total 2024 sales — roughly $16 billion — came from online ads promoting scams and banned goods. According to Reuters, those ads included fraudulent e-commerce and investment schemes, illegal online casinos, and banned medical products. A Meta spokesperson said the company “aggressively” removes scam and fraud ads from its platforms and is…
Across the Nation, Featured

Flight cuts and food aid delays highlight toll of historic government shutdown

Air travelers and families across the country are now feeling the deep impact of the nation’s longest government shutdown.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- Air travelers and families across the country are now feeling the deep impact of the nation’s longest government shutdown. Flight reductions began today at 40 of the nation’s busiest airports due to staffing shortages among air traffic controllers and TSA officers. Many are working without pay, with some calling in sick to work other jobs. “People are just waiting….
Across the Nation, Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Retail hiring hits 15-year low as household debt climbs amid record holiday spending

Holiday hiring is expected to drop to its lowest level in at least 15 years.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Holiday hiring is expected to drop to its lowest level in at least 15 years. The National Retail Federation projects retailers will hire between 265,000 and 365,000 seasonal workers this year. Some companies may have started early to support October sales events, but many are keeping costs tight amid higher expenses from tariffs. Even with fewer jobs, holiday spending…

Bibb County Media Day Tips Off Basketball Season In Macon
Across Georgia Sports, Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports

Bibb County Media Day Tips Off Basketball Season with “Filling the Gap” Theme

Southwest boys and Central girls headline Media Day as teams aim to build on last season’s success
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – As high school football playoffs heat up across Georgia, the focus in Bibb County is shifting to the hardwood. The 2025-26 basketball season officially got underway Thursday night with the county’s annual Media Day at the Thompson Complex – where all 12 programs gathered under this year’s theme, “Filling the G.A.P..” Coaches and players from…

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41 Today, 41 Today Community, Bibb County, Featured, Local News

MGA students turn T-shirts into messages of strength

The sociology department partnered with the Crisis Line and Safe House of Central Georgia to help survivors share their stories through color-coded T-shirts.
Gena Tripp,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Students at Middle Georgia State University’s Macon campus are turning T-shirts into powerful symbols of strength and healing through the Clothesline Project, an art-based event where survivors of violence and their advocates share their stories. Dr. Elaina Behounek, a sociology professor at MGA, says the project uses color-coded shirts to represent different experiences of abuse. “The…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Shutdown impacts Middle Georgia families, shelters warn of growing hardship

Leaders at Brookdale Resource Center and DePaul USA Daybreak say families are struggling to afford food, rent and childcare as the shutdown continues.
Fiona King,

(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Thursday marked day 37 of the government shutdown, and its effects are being felt across Middle Georgia.  Two Middle Georgia homeless shelters report that the shutdown is causing extra worry and putting more pressure on people who were already struggling. Families who are barely managing household expenses are now left wondering how…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Middle Georgia State University, Robins Financial Credit Union partner to boost student financial literacy

The partnership creates a multi-campus initiative aimed at helping students boost their financial literacy through classes and online services.
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dr. Christopher Blake, President of Middle Georgia State University (MGA), says a person with an undergraduate degree makes an average of $1.4 million more in lifetime earnings than someone without a degree. He says a new partnership will help MGA students take advantage. Today, MGA and Robins Financial Credit Union held a Memorandum…

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Featured, Local News, Peach County

Bridges dedicated to fallen Peach County deputies Patrick Sondron and Daryl Smallwood

The Peach County Sheriff’s Office says the bridge dedications are a lasting tribute to Sgt. Patrick Sondron and Deputy Daryl Smallwood’s courage and commitment.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Bridge dedication for fallen officers (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two bridges in Peach County are now dedicated to two deputies who lost their lives in the line of duty in 2016. The Peach County Sheriff’s Office held a bridge dedication ceremony on Thursday to honor Sgt. Patrick Sondron and Deputy Daryl Smallwood. The sheriff’s office says this…

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Bibb County, Featured, Georgia News, Local News, Tubman Museum

Tubman Museum demolishes original Walnut Street building, marking end of an era

It’s the end of an era for one of Macon’s most historic landmarks.
Tyrik Wynn,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It’s the end of an era for one of Macon’s most historic landmarks. The Tubman African American Museum has officially demolished its original home at 340 Walnut Street, the same building where the museum’s story began 40 years ago. The 8,500-square-foot building opened in 1985 after Father Richard Keil, a local priest at Saint Peter Claver…
Across the Nation, Featured, Tech Report

Tech Report: Coca-Cola’s new AI ad reveals glitches, T-Mobile expands free 911 texting

T-Mobile is opening its Starlink-powered emergency texting service to all carriers.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX) – T-Mobile is opening its Starlink-powered emergency texting service to all carriers — including AT&T and Verizon — allowing anyone with a compatible phone to text 911 via satellite for free. The service will help people in areas without cell signals, such as rural regions, mountains, or deserts. Customers can register through the T-Mobile website or if their device…
Across the Nation, Featured

Shutdown fallout grounds flights and delays aid as Washington gridlock deepens

 The stalemate in Washington is bringing new gridlock — this time, in the skies.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)-  The stalemate in Washington is bringing new gridlock — this time, in the skies. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a sweeping reduction in air travel, with a 10% cut in flights at 40 of the nation’s busiest airports starting Friday. The move comes as the government shutdown stretches on, forcing air traffic controllers and TSA officers to work without…