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

The Fighting Irish (4-2, 4-1 in 2-A Div 1) lost to Northeast 20-0 last week. It was the first time they had been shut out in three seasons. The Gryphons (4-2, 3-2) lost to East Laurens last week and had lost two in a row.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dublin Fighting Irish went on the road to take on the ACE Gryphons on Friday night. The Fighting Irish (4-2, 4-1 in 2-A Div 1) lost to Northeast 20-0 last week. It was the first time they had been shut out in three seasons. The Gryphons (4-2, 3-2) lost to East Laurens last week and…

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Robins Financial Credit Union offering financial relief to members during government shutdown

“This will relieve the burden and the stress of wondering when the next paycheck will be or how bills will be paid.”
Fiona King,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As the government shutdown stretches into its third day, some Middle Georgia residents are feeling the strain of reduced federal services and financial uncertainty.  Trudy Kenworth, says she was unable to obtain a Red, White, and Blue replacement Medicare card at the local Social Security office. Staff directed her to the Medicare website, as in-person…

478 Music Awards Unite Community, Celebrate Local Talent
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478 Music Awards unite community, celebrate local talent

Organizers BP and Snap Hughes say the event will feature live performances, award presentations and recognition of local artists.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 4th annual 478 Music Awards are set for this weekend in Macon and are expected to bring the community together in celebration of local talent. The event will be held Sunday, October 5, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. in Macon. Organizers BP and Snap Hughes say the event will feature live performances, award presentations…

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New attractions make their debut at the Georgia National Fair

The Georgia National Fair is back in Perry, and this year organizers are rolling out several new attractions for visitors to enjoy.
Tyrik Wynn,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia National Fair is underway, and it features plenty of new attractions this year, including rides. Reithoffer Shows, the company responsible for bringing in the rides, introduced a brand-new attraction from Italy. Standing 136 feet tall, the ride reaches speeds up to 80 miles per hour. President and CEO Richard Reithoffer said it’s “the ultimate…
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Morning Business Report: Air travel risks, jobs report delay, record markets, and Halloween spending boom

Experts warn that the longer the current government shutdown continues, the greater the risk of disruptions to U.S. air travel.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Experts warn that the longer the current government shutdown continues, the greater the risk of disruptions to U.S. air travel. Roughly 13,000 air traffic controllers are still working but will not be paid until the government reopens. About a quarter of the 45,000 employees at the Federal Aviation Administration face furloughs, halting services such as rulemaking and safety oversight….
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Senate faces fourth vote on GOP funding bill as shutdown standoff deepens

The Senate is once again voting on a Republican-backed funding bill — the same legislation that has already failed three times.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- The Senate is once again voting on a Republican-backed funding bill — the same legislation that has already failed three times. Democrats are expected to block it again, continuing a stalemate that has stretched the government shutdown into another week. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the GOP approach, saying, “We haven’t wanted to negotiate. We want to…
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Former megachurch pastor Robert Morris pleads guilty to child sex abuse in Oklahoma

Robert Morris, once one of the nation’s most influential evangelical pastors, pleaded guilty in an Oklahoma courtroom to sexually abusing a young girl more than four decades ago.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC) – Robert Morris, once one of the nation’s most influential evangelical pastors, pleaded guilty in an Oklahoma courtroom to sexually abusing a young girl more than four decades ago. The victim, Cindy Clemishire, now 55, confronted Morris in court as he admitted to five felony counts of lewd or indecent acts with a child in the 1980s. Through tears,…
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Hollywood Minute: K-pop heroes join Fortnite, Charlotte’s Web reimagined, and Nicolas Cage takes on biblical horror

Fans of the hit animated film KPOP Demon Hunters now have a new way to dive into the action.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Fans of the hit animated film KPOP Demon Hunters now have a new way to dive into the action. Characters from the movie have been added to the popular video game Fortnite. Players can battle evil alongside the members of Huntr/X (“huntrix”) and even design their own custom games inspired by the film. The limited-time Demon Rush Mode is…

Thursday Night Footbal: Jefferson Vs Central
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Central Falls to Jefferson 27-12 on Homecoming Night

The Central Chargers (0-7, 0-6) lost a Region AA D-1 home matchup to the Jefferson County Warriors (1-6, 1-5)
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Under the lights of Ed Defore Sports Complex Thursday night, the Central Chargers were looking for their first win since October of 2023 on homecoming night against the winless Jefferson County Warriors. After falling 18-0 at halftime, the Chargers couldn’t get it done and fall to 0-7 on the season after a 27-12 loss. The…

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Healthcare challenges limiting rural Georgia growth

Jimmy Lewis, the CEO of Hometown Health. says nearly 30 rural Georgia hospitals are currently at risk of closure, with six being at risk of closing at any given point in the near future.
Taylor Gilchrist,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Experts say one of the biggest barriers limiting rural development in Georgia is access to healthcare. The Georgia House of Representatives Rural Development Committee is eyeing paths to economic growth in small communities across Georgia. State Rep. Leesa Hagan (R-Lyon) serves as committee chair. She says a big topic on the minds of Georgians is rural healthcare,…

Middle Georgia State University October 2 2025
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Middle Georgia State University and Central Georgia Technical College sign Transfer Articulation Agreement

“The idea that we can actually put students into the workforce faster and take time that they can spend more with their families, with their friends, with their communities," said David Jenks, Provost & Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs at Middle Georgia State University.
Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia State University and Central Georgia Technical College held a joint signing ceremony for an Transfer Articulation Agreement. Four different two plus two articulation agreements were signed with their School of Education and Behavioral Sciences and according to MGA, it will create a streamlined transfer pathway for CGTC students who complete associate…

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Macon-Bibb Hispanic festival moves forward despite political climate

Despite a tense political climate, organizers of the Macon-Bibb Hispanic Festival have decided the celebration will go on as planned this year.
Fiona King,

MACON-BIBB HISPANIC FESTIVAL MOVES FORWARDMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Despite a tense political climate, organizers of the Macon-Bibb Hispanic Festival have decided the celebration will go on as planned this year. Edna Adams, one of the festival’s organizers, explained that after discussions with the committee and vendors, the decision was to move forward. “We need to celebrate now more than ever,”…

Peyton Anderson Aviation Lab October 2 2025
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Embraer Foundation donates $15,000 to Central Georgia Technical College to support aviation education

“There’s no shortage of passion and we want them to be exposed to that passion,” said Monica McCluney, Head of Embraer U.S. Corporate Social Responsibility and Embraer Foundation.
Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Over at Middle Georgia Regional Airport, the Embraer Foundation donated $15,000 to Central Georgia Technical College to be used for scholarships for students who are pursuing a career in aviation. Embraer staff and past CGTC recipients encouraged others by sharing their experience and stories while also touring the Peyton Anderson Aviation Lab, which…

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Another lovely day Friday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will stay below average with pleasant breezes Friday afternoon. This Evening A sunny afternoon will give way to a clear night around Middle Georgia. Some clouds are expected to move through the area overnight tonight however, so it will not stay clear. It should still be the coolest night of the week however as much…
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Newest Bibb County school zone cameras to begin issuing citations October 13

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the warning period for the new school zone cameras will end on October 3 and cameras will start issuing citations later this month.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the warning period for the new school zone cameras will end Friday, and cameras will start issuing citations on October 13. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, the cameras will not issue tickets during Bibb County Schools’ fall break from October 6-10. Citations will resume on October…

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Safety first: Crews conduct ride inspections at the Georgia National Fair

The Georgia National Fair is underway in Perry, and while the rides are a big attraction, safety remains the top priority.
Tyrik Wynn,

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Reithoffer Shows, the company responsible for bringing in and setting up all of the rides, says no ride can open until it passes inspection by the state of Georgia. “This year we are bringing the biggest arsenal of rides that ever came to the Georgia National Fair and that means to the state of Georgia,” said…
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Morning Business Report: Markets react as shutdown drags on, gold hits record, tariffs surge

Prediction markets are betting the U.S. government shutdown could last nearly two weeks.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Prediction markets are betting the U.S. government shutdown could last nearly two weeks, with growing odds that Congress will not reach a deal until at least mid-October. Investors are already reacting. Gold surged to a fresh all-time high as traders sought safe-haven assets, while Bitcoin gained ground as an alternative to the U.S. dollar. Market bettors also see a…
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WNBA faces leadership backlash during historic growth

As the WNBA Finals tip off Friday between the Las Vegas Aces and the Phoenix Mercury, the spotlight on the court is being overshadowed by a growing clash off it.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- As the WNBA Finals tip off Friday between the Las Vegas Aces and the Phoenix Mercury, the spotlight on the court is being overshadowed by a growing clash off it. Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier delivered a scathing rebuke of league leadership this week, saying: “The real threat to our league isn’t money. It isn’t ratings or missed calls….
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Pope Leo criticizes U.S. immigration policies, White House pushes back

For the first time since celebrating his inaugural Mass, Pope Leo, the American pontiff from Chicago, is weighing in on U.S. politics
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- For the first time since celebrating his inaugural Mass, Pope Leo, the American pontiff from Chicago, is weighing in on U.S. politics — and taking aim at President Trump’s immigration policies. Speaking on the issue of morality and policy, Pope Leo said: “Someone who says that ‘I’m against abortion, but I’m in agreement with the inhuman treatment of immigrants…
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Partisan divide deepens as government shutdown impacts grow

Congressional leaders from both parties agree the ongoing government shutdown is harmful, but they remain at odds over how to resolve it.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Congressional leaders from both parties agree the ongoing government shutdown is harmful, but they remain at odds over how to resolve it. Democrats are pushing for a funding bill that would reverse Medicaid cuts and extend enhanced Obamacare subsidies. “What we’re doing is fighting to protect the health care of the American people,” said House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries…
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Hollywood Minute: Frankenstein, Landman, and Fallout 76 expansion

Jacob Elordi brings Frankenstein’s monster to life in Guillermo del Toro’s highly anticipated adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic novel.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Jacob Elordi brings Frankenstein’s monster to life in Guillermo del Toro’s highly anticipated adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic novel. The film also stars Oscar Isaac and will open in limited theaters on October 17th before arriving on Netflix November 7th. Meanwhile, Demi Moore and Billy Bob Thornton return to the oil fields in Season Two of Landman. The Paramount+…

Stratford Looking To Add To Their Winning Column Preparing For A Region Battle Against Fpd
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Stratford set for 50th rivalry meeting in Macon with FPD

The 5-1 Stratford Eagles look to rebound after region loss in The End Zone's Week Eight Game of the Week against the 5-2 FPD Vikings
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Week Eight of the high school football season brings region battles across the state, including one of the GIAA’s biggest rivalries. Stratford Academy will host First Presbyterian Day on Friday night in the 50th all-time meeting between the two programs. The Eagles (5-1) are off to a strong start under second-year head coach Paul Carroll….

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Ideal Police searching for man wanted in case of simple battery on elderly person

Police say Jason “Smoke” Wiggins is considered dangerous and violent.
Tucker Sargent,

Jason Wiggins (Photo: Ideal Police Department)IDEAL, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Police in Ideal are asking for the public’s help finding a man wanted on charges of simple battery and battery on an elderly person. According to a BOLO posted on Facebook, 39-year-old Jason Wiggins of Ideal was identified by a witness as the suspect in an incident reported Tuesday at 307…