Mercer Bears Looks To Stay On Their Winning Path After Earning Ninth Straight Socon Victory
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Mercer Bears Make History, Stay Perfect in SoCon With 62-0 Rout of VMI

Freshman QB Braeden Atkinson sets school passing record as Mercer climbs to No. 13 in FCS Coaches Poll ahead of Furman clash
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer Bears are making history this fall. For the first time in program history, Mercer sits atop the Southern Conference standings at 5-0 after a dominant 62-0 victory over VMI at Five Star Stadium on Saturday. Coming off a bye week, the Bears showed no signs of rust, earning their ninth straight conference win…

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Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority set to launch door-to-door rapid transit next week

Residents will order rides through the smartphone and tablet app Rides on Demand, taking them to various stops along Macon's downtown business district, Shirley Hills, Gray Highway, and Ingleside areas by way of van.
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Over the past several months, the Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority (MTA) has tested a new ride-sharing style transit option through an app similar to Uber and Lyft. After a successful pilot, MTA leaders say the rapid transit program will officially launch next Monday. “We were doubling the growth every month,” said Markham Strozier,…

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Red Cross warns of rising home fire risks as cold weather returns to Georgia

The American Red Cross says space heaters and unattended stoves are leading causes of home fires and offers key safety tips for families.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Home heating tips (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – Temperatures are starting to fall, and many homeowners will be turning on their heaters to warm their homes. The American Red Cross says there are some tips you should know before you do it. They say they see an increase in home fires due to space heaters.  Communications manager Suzanne…
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Crimestoppers seeking man wanted for cruelty to children in Houston County

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of these individuals is asked to call Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME (1-877-682-7463).
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers is spotlighting five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies in Middle Georgia and sharing the organization’s word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media outlets and law enforcement in eight Middle Georgia counties, offering anonymous rewards for tips that lead to arrests. The following individuals are wanted: Jacob Thompson is wanted by the…
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Hollywood Minute: Guillermo del Toro rejects AI as “Frankenstein” parallels emerge, Mckenna Grace shines in new drama

Academy Award-winning director Guillermo del Toro says he’ll never turn to generative AI for filmmaking.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Academy Award-winning director Guillermo del Toro says he’ll never turn to generative AI for filmmaking. Speaking with NPR, the Frankenstein filmmaker said, “I would rather die than use it. I hope to be able to remain uninterested in using it at all until I croak.” Del Toro compared his fictional scientist Victor Frankenstein to “tech bros” — visionaries creating…
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Tech Report: AI boom fuels record stock highs; Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft unveil new tech moves

The artificial intelligence boom is helping lift the U.S. economy and drive the stock market to record highs
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX) – The artificial intelligence boom is helping lift the U.S. economy and drive the stock market to record highs, with major gains led by Nvidia and other top tech companies. Investors are showing strong enthusiasm for AI infrastructure investments. Broadcom shares are up more than 50% this year after doubling in both 2023 and 2024, while Nvidia and Alphabet…

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Band of the Week

Band of the Week: Mary Persons High School

Edward Smart,

ChatGPT said: This week’s 41NBC Band of the Week spotlight shines on the Mary Persons High School Bulldog Brigade Band. Band Director Tyler Allen leads this year’s show, “Painted Black and Gold,” featuring music from Mozart’s Lacrimosa and The Rolling Stones. Allen says the performance showcases the band’s talent, emotion, and school pride in every note. Congratulations to the Mary…
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Fort Worth officers and bystanders lift car to save baby trapped after crash

A dramatic rescue in Fort Worth, Texas was caught on police body camera as officers and bystanders worked together to save a baby trapped under a car after a violent crash.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- A dramatic rescue in Fort Worth, Texas was caught on police body camera as officers and bystanders worked together to save a baby trapped under a car after a violent crash. Authorities say a mother and her infant were ejected from their vehicle during a wreck on the side of a highway. When officers arrived, they discovered the baby…

Lineman Of The Week: Bleckley County High School
Lineman of the Week

Lineman of the Week: Bleckley County high School

Edward Smart,

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the Week, Line Technician Apprentice II Chris Root, and football lineman Tug Pasby, nose guard at Bleckley County High School. Both linemen work hard to bring power and passion to everything they do—on and off the field! ⚡ The 41NBC Lineman of the Week is powered by Flint Energies!…
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Two suspects arrested in $102 million Louvre jewel heist

French police have arrested two suspects in connection with the daring $102 million jewel heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- French police have arrested two suspects in connection with the daring $102 million jewel heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris. According to NBC’s Raf Sanchez, one of the suspects was detained at Charles de Gaulle Airport while allegedly attempting to flee the country for Algeria. Both men, said to be in their early 30s, are known criminals with…
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Morning Business Report: U.S. and China reach preliminary trade deal

Top trade negotiators from the United States and China say they’ve reached common ground on several key issues
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Top trade negotiators from the United States and China say they’ve reached common ground on several key issues, paving the way for a high-stakes meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping later this week. According to Chinese officials, both sides reached preliminary consensus on export controls, fentanyl production, and shipping levies. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent…
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U.S. and China near major trade deal ahead of Trump–Xi meeting

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the United States and China have reached a framework for a trade agreement that could prevent steep new tariffs on Chinese imports.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)-  Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the United States and China have reached a framework for a trade agreement that could prevent steep new tariffs on Chinese imports. “I believe that we have the framework for the two leaders to have a very productive meeting for both sides,” Bessent said Sunday. The deal could stop a planned 100% tariff hike…
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Jamaica braces for Hurricane Melissa as powerful storm nears island

Urgent preparations are underway across Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa barrels toward the island, bringing the threat of catastrophic rain, flooding, and wind.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- Urgent preparations are underway across Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa barrels toward the island, bringing the threat of catastrophic rain, flooding, and wind. Residents spent the day stockpiling supplies and sandbagging homes, while government officials issued urgent evacuation warnings. “This would be the worst ever,” one grocery store customer told NBC News as lines stretched through stores. At an emergency…
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Major prison contraband operation stopped by Johnson County authorities

Deputies said the incident happened around 7:11 p.m. on October 25 near Georgia Highway 57 East outside the Wrightsville city limits.
Keenan Gibson,

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A coordinated law enforcement effort stopped a major prison contraband drop involving drones over the weekend, according to the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said the incident happened around 7:11 p.m. on October 25 near Georgia Highway 57 East outside the Wrightsville city limits. Johnson County deputies and Wrightsville police officers, along with a Georgia Department…

The End Zone Highlights: Northeast Visits Dodge County In Our Game Of The Week
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northeast visits Dodge County in our Game of the Week

The Raiders (6-2, 6-1 in 2-A Div 1) beat Central 61-6 last Thursday. Northeast came into the game only allowing 7.6 points per game this season. The Indians (7-1, 6-1 in 2-A Div 1) had won five in a row coming into the matchup and were allowing only 15.1 points per game in 2025.
Clayton Poulnott,

EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Northeast Raiders went on the road to take on the Dodge County Indians in our Game of the Week on The End Zone. The Raiders (6-2, 6-1 in 2-A Div 1) beat Central 61-6 last Thursday. Northeast came into the game only allowing 7.6 points per game this season. The Indians (7-1, 6-1 in 2-A…

The End Zone Highlights: Bleckley County Travels To Ace
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Bleckley County travels to ACE

The Royals (6-2, 5-2 in 2-A Div 1) lost at home to ACE last season, 29-28 in OT. The Gryphons (5-3, 4-3) were coming off a win against Southwest last week after losing three in a row.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bleckley County Royals traveled to Macon to battle the ACE Gryphons at Perkins Field on Friday night. The Royals (6-2, 5-2 in 2-A Div 1) lost at home to ACE last season, 29-28 in OT. The Gryphons (5-3, 4-3) were coming off a win against Southwest last week after losing three in a row. Check…

The End Zone Highlights: Mount De Sales Welcomes John Milledge
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Mount de Sales welcomes John Milledge

The Trojans (7-1, 3-0 in 6-AAAA-AAA) had won five straight and beat Tattnall last week, 52-7. John Milledge was scoring 37.5 points per game coming into the matchup. The Cavaliers (2-7, 1-2) lost to Stratford 49-3 last week.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The John Milledge Trojans visited the Mount de Sales Cavaliers in Week 11 of The End Zone. The Trojans (7-1, 3-0 in 6-AAAA-AAA) had won five straight and beat Tattnall last week, 52-7. John Milledge was scoring 37.5 points per game coming into the matchup. The Cavaliers (2-7, 1-2) lost to Stratford 49-3 last week. This…

The End Zone Highlights: Rutland Battles Westside
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Rutland battles Westside

The Hurricanes (0-8, 0-3 in 2-AA) had lost 19 straight games coming into the matchup. The Seminoles (2-6, 1-2 in 2-AA) beat Pike County 28-16 last week to break a six-game losing streak.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Rutland Hurricanes took on the Westside Seminoles at Ed Defore Sports Complex on Friday night. The Hurricanes (0-8, 0-3 in 2-AA) had lost 19 straight games coming into the matchup. The Seminoles (2-6, 1-2 in 2-AA) beat Pike County 28-16 last week to break a six-game losing streak. Bill Shanks has the highlights. Categories: End…

The End Zone Highlights: Taylor County Visits Crawford County
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Taylor County visits Crawford County

The Vikings (6-2, 4-0 in 6-A Div II) had won six in a row since starting the season 0-2. Taylor County gave up only 33 points total to region opponents coming into the game. The Eagles (4-4, 2-2 in 6-A Div. II) had lost 12 straight to the Vikings prior to Friday. Crawford County's last win against Taylor County was in 2008.
Clayton Poulnott,

ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Taylor County Vikings traveled to Crawford County to take on the Eagles at J.B. Hawkins Sports Complex. The Vikings (6-2, 4-0 in 6-A Div II) had won six in a row since starting the season 0-2. Taylor County gave up only 33 points total to region opponents coming into the game. The Eagles (4-4, 2-2…

The End Zone Highlights: Warner Robins Hosts Ware County
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Warner Robins hosts Ware County

The Gators (7-1, 2-1 in 1-AAAA) beat Perry last week. The Demons (4-4, 1-2 in 1-AAAA) is allowing 30.3 PPG this season coming into the matchup.
Clayton Poulnott,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Demons hosted the Ware County Gators on Friday night in Week 11 of The End Zone. The Gators (7-1, 2-1 in 1-AAAA) beat Perry last week. The Demons (4-4, 1-2 in 1-AAAA) were allowing 30.3 points per game this season ahead of this matchup. Bill Shanks has the highlights from McConnell-Talbert Stadium….

The End Zone Highlights: Perry Welcomes Benedictine
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THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Perry welcomes Benedictine

The Panthers (4-4, 2-1 in 1-AAAA) lost to Ware County 21-14 last week in Waycross for their only region loss. A Perry win in this game would tie the Panthers with Benedictine (and Perry would own the tiebreaker) and Ware County (whom they lost to) at the top of the region. The Cadets (5-2, 3-0 in 1-AAAA) had won five straight after shutting out Wayne County 70-0. A Benedictine win would give the Cadets the region title.
Clayton Poulnott,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Panthers hosted the Benedictine Cadets on Friday night at Herb St. John Stadium. The Panthers (4-4, 2-1 in 1-AAAA) lost to Ware County 21-14 last week in Waycross for their only region loss. A Perry win in this game would tie the Panthers with Benedictine (and Perry would own the tiebreaker) and Ware County…

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THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores and highlights from Week 11 of high school football

Here are Middle Georgia's high school football scores from Week 11.
Clayton Poulnott,

The End Zone logoMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores from Week 11. (Catch all the highlights here.) Games featured on The End Zone: Northeast 33 Dodge County 14 Bleckley County 48 ACE 9 John Milledge 42 Mount de Sales 0 Rutland 14 Westside 16 Taylor County 24 Crawford County 16 Ware County 44 Warner…

Trucks And Treats Returns To Atrium Health Amphitheater Ahead Of Halloween
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Trucks and Treats returns to Atrium Health Amphitheater ahead of Halloween

All venue policies, including the clear bag and lawn chair policies, will be enforced. Admission is free.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Atrium Health Amphitheater is bringing back a community favorite with the return of Trucks and Treats, a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration. The event will take place October 25 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Atrium Health Amphitheater, with a sensory-friendly hour from noon to 1 p.m. to create a more comfortable experience for guests…

Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church To Host Fall Festival
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Mt. Calvary Baptist Church to host Fall Harvest Festival, community coat drive

Guests can participate in a coat giveaway to support families in need as winter approaches.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church is hosting its annual Fall Harvest Festival and Community Coat Drive this weekend, offering a free, family-friendly afternoon of fun, fellowship and giving back to the community. The event will take place October 25 from 2 to 6 p.m. at 2704 Antioch Road in Macon. Pastor Thomas Russell said the festival…