THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Perry travels to Peach County

The Panthers (1-0) beat Baldwin 46-18 in Week 1. They also beat the Trojans 49-39 last season. The Trojans (1-0) were also coming off a season-opening win after beating Northeast 33-14.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peach County Trojans welcomed the Perry Panthers in Week 2 action Friday night. The Panthers (1-0) beat Baldwin 46-18 in Week 1. They also beat the Trojans 49-39 last season. The Trojans (1-0) were also coming off a season-opening win after beating Northeast 33-14. Peach County was looking to snap a three-game losing streak…

UPDATE: Two more juveniles arrested in connection with shooting of 12-year-old, bringing total to eight

The two arrests now bring the total to eight in connection with the shooting.

UPDATE (8/22/25): The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrests two more juveniles in connection with a shooting on August 17. They say investigators, along with the assistance of the SWAT team and Gang Unit, took two 14-year-old boys into custody inside of Murphy Homes in connection with the aggravated assault on Mint Green Lane. According to the sheriff’s office, both are…

Qualifying week comes to an end; Walter Reynolds officially joins Milledgeville mayoral race

The candidates for mayor are current Mayor Mary Parham Copelan and Walter Reynolds

Walter Reynold runs for Mayor of Milledgeville MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Qualifying week has come to an end in the Milledgeville mayoral race, and another candidate is officially in the race. Walter Reynolds says he has a lot to bring to the position, having worked in the city for two decades and being a part of the council for more than…

Pulaski County deputies searching for man wanted on aggravated assault charge

Deputies say David Walker should be considered armed and dangerous.

Photo: Pulaski County Sheriff’s OfficeUPDATE (8/25/25): The Georgia Bureau of Investigation says David Walker is wanted in connection to a shooting in Hawkinsville. Investigators say Walker faces two counts of aggravated assault and one count of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. The GBI also arrested 21-year-old Nickelas Adams of Warner Robins at the scene and…

Two men sentenced to life in prison for shooting death of Fort Valley toddler

Earlier this month, Jabari Thomas and Wontazious Bivins were convicted of malice murder, felony murder and other charges related to the death of 23-month-old Marcus Ball Jr and the injury of his 12-month-old sister Makailey Ball.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Today, two men were sentenced for their involvement in the shooting death of a toddler in Fort Valley. But investigators still don’t know who fired the fatal shot. Earlier this month, Jabari Thomas and Wontazious Bivins were convicted of malice murder, felony murder and other charges related to the death of 23-month-old Marcus…

Macon Magazine, NewTown Macon to host Macon Restaurant Week

Emily Hopkins with NewTown Macon and Macon business owner Scott Mitchell said the event is a great time to support local businesses.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —Macon Magazine and NewTown Macon are partnering to launch the city’s first Macon Restaurant Week. The event is scheduled for September 12-20 in downtown Macon and is themed “Fall into Flavor.” The weeklong celebration will feature exclusive specials from 17 locally owned restaurants, with price points including $10 Steals, $20 Deals, $30 Meals and $50 Feasts. Restaurants…

Positive Parenting: What Really Makes an Impact?

Experts say real sustainability involves reducing food waste, eating less meat, restoring wildlife habitats, building edible landscapes, and creating community gardens in food deserts.

ORLANDO, Florida- From giving up straws to planting trees, we all have ideas about what sustainability looks like. But experts say some of the most popular choices aren’t actually the most impactful. On this sweltering summer day Rebecca, Sage, Sam, and Allison are chillin’ out in the springs. They’re also trying to live greener lives, one choice at a time,…

Macon Regional Crimestoppers marks 25 years of solving crimes in Middle Georgia

The community program has helped police catch fugitives and will celebrate its anniversary at a November luncheon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —Macon Regional Crimestoppers is marking 25 years of helping law enforcement agencies solve crimes across Middle Georgia. The community-run program partners with police departments, sheriff’s offices and media outlets in eight counties. It offers rewards of up to $2,000 for tips that lead to an arrest. A legacy of public safety Sergeant Greg Thomas of Crimestoppers said…

Perry PD: 10 juveniles linked to 27 vehicle break-ins

Five vehicles sustained damage to ignitions and steering columns, according to investigators.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Detectives with the Perry Police Department have arrested 10 juvenile offenders in connection with a string of entering auto cases reported between June 29 and August 7. Police said 27 vehicles were entered during the crime spree, which spanned several neighborhoods, including Cameron Court Apartments, Berkshire Court Apartments, Perry Heights Apartments, Oliver Place Apartments, Sewell Circle,…

Perry police: Search leads to arrest, drug seizure on Jackson Lane

Investigators say marijuana, synthetic marijuana and oxycodone pills were recovered from the home.

Suspect ArrestedPERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Perry Police Department says one person is in custody after officers executed a narcotics search warrant Thursday on Jackson Lane. According to a news release from the Perry Police Department, investigators from Perry Police, the Houston County Sheriff’s Office and Warner Robins Police searched the home and recovered marijuana, synthetic marijuana and oxycodone pills….

Macon man found guilty in brutal 2022 home invasion, sentenced to life

The charges stem from a November 3, 2022, home invasion on the 3500 block of Morris Avenue.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County jury found 33-year-old Deon Banks guilty Thursday on all 15 counts in connection with a 2022 home invasion that left two men dead and two others traumatized, according to a news release. Prosecutors said Banks was convicted of malice murder, felony murder, rape, aggravated sodomy, false imprisonment, aggravated assault and possession of a…

Two suspects arrested after armed robbery at Macon CVS

Deputies said two masked men entered the store at 1271 Gray Highway around 9:40 p.m. August 21, brandishing a firearm and demanding money from the register.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery at a CVS store that led to the arrest of two suspects on Thursday, according to a news release. Deputies said two masked men entered the store at 1271 Gray Highway around 9:40 p.m. August 21, brandishing a firearm and demanding money from the register. The…

Band of the Week: Perry High School

This week’s 41NBC Band of the Week honors go to the Perry High School Panther Regiment Band. Director of Bands Rob Ingram says he’s optimistic about the band’s growth, ‘Going into my fourth year here, really cool to be back here in my alma-mater, we’ve got a growing group this year, we’re up about 30 members.’ Congratulations to the Perry…

Lineman of the Week: Houston County High School

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies power lineman of the week, utility line worker Ted Arrington, and high school football lineman Jakobe Bryant of Houston 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! Categories: Lineman…

ACE and Central Square Off in the First Region Matchup of the Season

The ACE Gryphons opened their season down the road at Ed Defore Sports Complex against the 0-1 Central Chargers

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Thursday, week two of the high school football season kicked off with our first region matchup of the season. The Academy of Classical Education Gryphons opened thier season on the road at Ed Defore Sports Complex against the 0-1 Central Chargers in a GHSA Region 2-A D-1 showdown. The Gryphons defeated the Chargers 38-6…

Hands Across the Border campaign targets drunk driving ahead of Labor Day

Law enforcement officers in Georgia and four neighboring states are teaming up to keep impaired drivers off the road ahead of the Labor Day holiday.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 34th annual “Hands Across the Border” campaign begins Monday, August 25 and runs through Friday, August 29. State troopers and local law enforcement agencies in Georgia, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina and Tennessee will conduct sobriety checkpoints near state lines to send a clear message: drunk and drugged driving will not be tolerated. The campaign coincides…

Showers and storms round out the week

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Hurricane Erin is positioned about 200 miles southeast of Cape Hatteras. The storm will continue its turn to the northeast and will advance away from the East Coast. As Erin moves further away from Georgia, the subsidence on the backside of the storm will also move out of the area. Meanwhile, a cold front is entering…

UPDATE: City of Warner Robins restores water service after sinkhole, water main repairs

“Somebody could have died, you know that cave-in under there, you could have parked three or four cars, and so that was all underground, underwater, coming out in the ditch, 30 foot below the road,” said Montie Walters, Director for the Utilities Department.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)UPDATE: The City of Warner Robins says water service has been restored after water main repairs following the opening of a sinkhole. WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Multiple unexpected curve balls were thrown. That’s what James Drinkard, City Administrator for Warner Robins said Thursday as he discussed various complications during a press conference surrounding the water main…

City of Warner Robins moves forward with road repairs amid rising costs

The average cost of repaving a mile of road will be $324,933, which the city says is a more than 20% increase from last year, and a more than 43% price jump from 2023.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rising material and labor costs mean that funding for road repairs is covering fewer miles across Middle Georgia. But city officials in Warner Robins say they aren’t taking any shortcuts when it comes to keeping residents safe. The city recently announced a $2.48 million road paving project, which will cover 22 roads…

Baldwin County opens new playground in Oconee Heights with grant funding

Commissioner Emily Davis says the new space will give children a safe place to play and support community improvements in Oconee Heights.

Oconee Heights new playground (41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – All children should have the opportunity to play outside in a safe environment, and that’s one reason Baldwin County opened a new playground in Oconee Heights. The county was recently granted money to build a new gated playground in Oconee Heights, for children to play and feel safely. The new Baldwin…

Bibb deputy arrested, fired in connection to hit-and-run investigation

Deputies responded just before 5 a.m. August 3 to a crash on the I-475 southbound exit ramp near Zebulon Road.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been arrested and fired after investigators determined he was involved in a hit-and-run crash earlier this month, according to the sheriff’s office. Deputies responded just before 5 a.m. August 3 to a crash on the I-475 southbound exit ramp near Zebulon Road. A passenger vehicle struck the back of a…

Goodwill hosting Thrift Week Passport Challenge

Thrift With Impact: Goodwill Celebrates National Thrift Shop Day with One-Week Mission-Driven Shopping Challenge in Middle Georgia.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This National Thrift Shop Day, Goodwill of Middle Georgia is celebrating what sets it apart from other thrift and resale options — every purchase helps someone build a better future. As part of a nonprofit mission that provides education, skills training, and career services to more than 5,000 Middle Georgians each year, Goodwill transforms donated goods into…

Macon Pride announces week of community events for Pride Week 2025

DeMarcus Beckham, Macon Pride co-founder and special events chair, said the events are open to everyone in the community.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Pride will host a weeklong series of events this fall to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and allies, beginning with its kickoff event on August 29. The opening celebration, Chosen Family Feud, will take place at 6 p.m. at Emerson at Plum. The festivities will continue September 25 with a beer release and karaoke night at…

Tech Report: Google unveils Pixel 10, Hertz cars on Amazon, Sony hikes PS5 price

Google has unveiled its new Pixel 10 smartphone lineup.

(LILAMAX)- Google has unveiled its new Pixel 10 smartphone lineup, highlighting artificial intelligence features that allow users to multitask more efficiently. One example: instantly pulling up an Airbnb address when prompted by a text. The launch comes just weeks before Apple is expected to debut its next iPhone models in September. Meanwhile, a new study is raising concerns about doctors…