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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…
Crime, Featured, Local News

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…
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Morning Business Report: Investors eye key inflation data as rents cool and markets rise

The first major economic report since the government shutdown will be released today
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- The first major economic report since the government shutdown will be released today: the Consumer Price Index, or CPI, a key measure of inflation. The federal government recalled workers specifically to compile the data, though some economists are already questioning how accurate and “clean” the number will be after weeks of agency disruptions. Meanwhile, housing costs continue to ease….
Across the Nation, Featured

Letitia James challenges charges filed by Trump’s former lawyer

New York Attorney General Letitia James faces a federal arraignment hearing today in Virginia on charges her supporters say are politically driven.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- New York Attorney General Letitia James — known for winning a civil fraud case against former President Donald Trump — faces a federal arraignment hearing today in Virginia on charges her supporters say are politically driven. James is charged with two felony counts — bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution — related to mortgage paperwork….
Entertainment, Featured

Hollywood Minute: Netflix brings “Stranger Things” finale to the big screen

Fans of Stranger Things will soon have a chance to say goodbye to Hawkins in a big way.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Fans of Stranger Things will soon have a chance to say goodbye to Hawkins in a big way. Netflix announced the series finale will screen in more than 350 theaters across the U.S. and Canada. The two-part finale event begins December 31st, coinciding with its streaming debut, and will be shown again on January 1st. The first half of…

East Laurens Falls To Jefferson County 14 13 In Close Region Matchup
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East Laurens Loses to Jefferson County on Senior Night in a close 14-13 Region 2 A D-I Battle

The East Laurens Falcons (3-6, 3-5) lost at home to the Jefferson County Warriors (2-7, 2-6) by a score of 14-13
Justin Dierkes,

EAST DUBLIN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The East Laurens Falcons fell to the Jefferson County Warriors 14-13 Thursday night at home on Senior night. The Falcons will head to Macon on Halloween to face the Northeast Raiders to close out the season. Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Laurens County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: East Dublin, East Laurens, East Laurens Falcons Football,…

Washington County Takes On Southwest In Thursday Night Highschool Football
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Washington County wins over Southwest 28-14 in Region 2-A D-I Play on Senior Night

The Washington County Golden Hawks (4-5, 4-4) defeated the Southwest Patriots (2-7, 1-7) on the road 28-14
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Washington County Golden Hawks picked up win number four on the season with a 28-14 victory on the road at Thompson Stadium Thursday night over the Southwest Patriots. Washington County will finish off their season against the ACE Gryphons on Halloween for Senior night. Southwest closes out their season on the road at Jefferson…

Dublin Battles Central In Thursday Night High School Football
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Dublin Shutouts Central 54-0 to Keep Region Title Hopes Alive

The Dublin Fighting Irish (7-2, 7-1) defeated the Central Chargers (0-9, 0-8) 54-0 at Ed Defore Sports Complex on Senior Night
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Dublin Fighting Irish defeated the Central Chargers at Ed DeFore Sports Complex Thursday night on the Chargers senior night 54-0 in GHSA Region 2 Class A Division I play. Dublin remains tied at the top of the region standings as they host a team they are tied with, the Dodge County Indians, in the…

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Houston County School District sets new graduation rate record for second consecutive year

The district’s 2025 graduation rate was 93.3%, well above the state average of 87.2%.
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After being unsatisfied with its 2023 graduation rate, the Houston County School District launched the Operation Graduation Initiative, which has led to record high rates in consecutive years. “In a culture of continuous improvement, we’re always trying to get better,” said Dr. Lazunia Frierson, Assistant Superintendent of District and School Effectiveness. The…

Alice's Place Adult Day Health To Host Fall Festival
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Alice’s Place Adult Day Health to host Fall Festival

Owner of Alice’s Place Adult Day Health Patricia Duncan says the event is open to the community.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Alice’s Place Adult Day Health will host the Boots on the Ground Fall Festival, featuring food, games, entertainment and community vendors. The festival is scheduled for October 24 at Alice’s Place Adult Day Health. Local organizations participating include the Middle Georgia Food Bank, Atlanta Postal Credit Union, Swift Labs, Emergency Management, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office…

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SNAP benefits for 687,000 Georgia households at risk as shutdown continues

The Georgia Department of Human Services says federal funding for SNAP benefits could run out next month if the government shutdown isn’t resolved.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Local moms club food panty (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – More than 687,000 Georgia households that rely on SNAP benefits could see their food assistance disrupted next month if the federal government shutdown continues. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has notified states that it does not have enough money to cover November SNAP issuances without congressional action, according to…

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PAGE files lawsuit against Dublin City Schools over teacher’s contract termination

The Professional Association of Georgia Educators says Dublin City Schools breached a teacher’s contract while making budget cuts to address a multimillion-dollar shortfall.
Tucker Sargent,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE) has filed a lawsuit against Dublin City Schools and its Board of Education, accusing the district of breaching a teacher’s contract during ongoing budget cuts tied to a multimillion-dollar deficit. According to a PAGE news release, the complaint was filed Tuesday in Laurens County Superior Court on behalf of…