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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Weather challenges hay production, cattle in Monroe County

A local farmer says the weather has affected crops, cattle, and hay production heading into winter.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Weather impact on local farmers (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Recent extreme weather, such as high temperatures and constant rainfall, has affected on our local farmers crops and animals. Monroe County beef cattle, hay and sheep farmer Bill Waldrep tells 41NBC the recent rainy weather has affected his hay production. “Over the last three weeks to a month,…

Deputies: Man and woman hurt in unrelated Bibb County shootings

Deputies say the shootings happened hours apart and are unrelated.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies are investigating two separate shootings that injured a man and a woman in Bibb County on Thursday night, according to an email provided by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said the first shooting happened at 8:45 p.m. at Chamber’s Cove Apartments. Deputies found a 31-year-old woman with a gunshot wound. She was…

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FanCam: Capturing Opening Night Spirit at Gridiron Classic

Edward Smart,

Thompson Stadium was alive with energy Thursday night as fans filled the stands for the Central Chargers’ 2025 season opener against the Dougherty County Trojans in the second annual Gridiron Classic. From spirited chants to creative signs, the 41NBC Fan Cam—powered by Ingleside Village Pizza—was there to capture every smile, cheer, and high-five, shining the spotlight on the true heartbeat…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Three women arrested after school bus fight in Macon

Review of bus footage confirmed the driver’s account, showing the women yelling at students and engaging in pushing and pulling that escalated into a physical confrontation.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three women were arrested in August following a confrontation on a Bibb County school bus that was going to Westside High School, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said a deputy was dispatched at approximately 7 a.m. to investigate a parent on board a bus. While en route, dispatch redirected him to meet the…

Cochran Bleckley Chamber Of Commerce To Host Community Events
41 Today, Bleckley County, Featured, Local News

Cochran-Bleckley Chamber announces upcoming community events, including bingo and Country Fest

Melissa Barker, president and CEO of the Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce, says the events are open to the public.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce is planning several family-friendly events open to the public in the coming months, according to Chamber President and CEO Melissa Barker. The Chamber will host a communitywide Bingo Night, Caffeinated Connections, Second Saturday and Country Fest. Bingo Night is scheduled for August 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Chamber Commons, located…
Around the World, Featured

Ukraine orders evacuations amid Russian offensive and Trump-Putin talks

In Kramatorsk, a city in eastern Ukraine, officials have ordered families with children to evacuate surrounding towns and villages as Russian forces intensify their offensive.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- In Kramatorsk, a city in eastern Ukraine, officials have ordered families with children to evacuate surrounding towns and villages as Russian forces intensify their offensive. The order follows a deadly strike two weeks ago in which a Russian attack destroyed an apartment building in the city, killing several civilians. Ukrainian authorities say similar assaults are happening daily across the…

Positive Parenting: Pollinating Potential
41 Today, Featured, WMGT

Positive Parenting: Pollinating Potential

Honeybees do more than make honey, they’re essential to our food system, the health of our ecosystem, and now education.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

ORLANDO, Florida – Honeybees do more than make honey, they’re essential to our food system, the health of our ecosystem, and now education. Experts say one in every three bites of food depends on pollinators like bees. Bees pollinate over 75% of the fruits, veggies and nuts we eat. Across the country, beekeeping programs are giving students a hands-on way…

Lineman Of The Week: Southwest High School
Lineman of the Week

Lineman of the Week: Southwest High School

Edward Smart,

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies power lineman of the week, apprentice Turner Layfield, and high school football lineman Ke’Won Johnson of Northeast 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 of the Week
Across the Nation, Featured, Tech Report

Tech Report: Intel bailout, Apple Watch update, Google spam issue, AI antibiotics breakthrough

Intel and the Trump administration are reportedly discussing a potential U.S. government financial stake.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Intel and the Trump administration are reportedly discussing a potential U.S. government financial stake in the troubled chip maker, according to the Wall Street Journal. The move could support the president’s America-first manufacturing agenda while easing political pressure on Intel’s beleaguered CEO. Details of how such a deal would be structured are still being worked out. In tech news,…
Across the Nation, Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Markets, inflation, and rising costs impact families and housing

Markets are closely watching President Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin today.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Markets are closely watching President Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin today. Analysts say a cease-fire could boost the stock market through a potential “peace dividend.” Oil prices may react if Russia faces stronger sanctions on its exports, while gold — often a safe haven in times of uncertainty — could also respond depending on the outcome. Parents…
Across the Nation, Around the World, Featured

Trump meets Putin in Alaska, hopes for Ukraine peace

President Trump is heading to Alaska this morning to meet face-to-face with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- President Trump is heading to Alaska this morning to meet face-to-face with Russian President Vladimir Putin, hoping to move closer to ending Russia’s three-year assault on Ukraine. “If it’s a bad meeting, it’ll end very quickly, and if it’s a good meeting, we’re going to end up getting peace in the pretty near future,” Trump said. Ukrainian President Volodymyr…
Entertainment, Featured

Hollywood Minute: Denzel Washington talks new movie and why he avoids social media

Denzel Washington says he wants fans to see him on the big screen — not on social media.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Denzel Washington says he wants fans to see him on the big screen — not on social media. Promoting his new film, “Highest to Lowest,” the Oscar-winning actor made it clear he doesn’t use Instagram. “All those so-called Instagram accounts, if my name’s connected to it, you’ve been had, you’ve been took, hoodwinked, bamboozled,” Washington said. “I don’t have…
Across the Nation, Featured

Texas redistricting showdown intensifies as Democrats flee and California joins fight

The Texas redistricting standoff is reaching a critical juncture.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- The Texas redistricting standoff is reaching a critical juncture. State Republicans are pushing to redraw congressional maps early — a move analysts say could give them five additional seats in the 2026 midterms. In response, Texas House Democrats have remained outside the state to break quorum and block a vote. They’ve set two conditions for their return. First, they…

Veterans Prepare For Their Opening Matchup Against The Greyhounds
Across Georgia Sports, Houston County, Local Sports, Sports

Veterans Warhawks Kick Off Season Under New Head Coach Steven DeVoursney

The former head coach of Griffin and Cairo looks to give the Warhawks a fresh start after a 1-9 season in 2024
Justin Dierkes,

KATHLEEN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Several season-opening rematches are on tap Friday, including a matchup featuring two new head coaches. The Veterans Warhawks are looking for a fresh start after a 1-9 season. To help turn the program around, Veterans brought in head coach Steven DeVoursney, who has 22 years of head coaching experience at Griffin and Cairo. DeVoursney has…

Rutland Battles Bleckley County In 2nd Annual Gridiron Classic
Across Georgia Sports, Bibb County, Bleckley County, Local Sports, Sports

Bleckley County opens season with a win over Rutland

The Bleckley County Royals start the season off 1-0 after a 35-13 win over the Rutland Hurricanes
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Thursday night at Thompson Stadium, the Bleckley County Royals and Rutland Hurricanes kicked off their 2025 season in the second game of the second annual Gridiron Classic. Bleckley County shut out Rutland 31-0 in last year’s gridiron classic. Amongst several first half turnovers, the Royals went into the locker room at halftime up 14-7…

Central Battles Dougherty In The 2nd Annual Gridiron Classic Game
Across Georgia Sports, Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports

Central Falls in Season Opener to Dougherty County

The first game of the 2025 Gridiron Classic saw the Central Chargers lose to the Dougherty County Trojans 51-14
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Thursday night at Thompson Stadium, the Central Chargers kicked off their 2025 season against the Dougherty County Trojans in the first game of the second annual Gridiron Classic. Unfortunately, the Chargers fell to the Trojans 51-14 to fall to 0-1 on the season. Central heads to ACE to take on the Gryphons next Thursday….
Featured, Local News, Pulaski County

GBI: Hawkinsville man dies after being shot during a fight, shooter claims self-defense

The GBI says 40-year-old Kyle Thomas Bennett died two days after being shot in an early morning fight on Malcom Nelson Road.
Tucker Sargent,

PULASKI COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into the death of a Hawkinsville man who was shot during a fight earlier this week. According to a Thursday news release from the GBI, the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office asked them to investigate on August 10. That day, deputies were dispatched at about 12:32 a.m. to Malcom…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb deputies: SUV hits four girls after two-vehicle crash in Macon

Deputies say the girls are in stable condition following the Thursday afternoon crash at Mumford Road and Case Street.
Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four girls were taken to the hospital Thursday afternoon after an SUV hit them at an intersection in Macon, according to the sheriff’s office. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office said the crash was called into the Macon-Bibb E-911 Center at 4:56 p.m. It happened at the intersection of Mumford Road and Case…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Georgia Military College welcomes new president Maj. Gen. Terrence McKenrick

McKenrick was hired to replace former president Lt. Gen. Caldwell IV in April, and began his tenure on July 1.
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – More than three decades ago, Maj. Gen. Terrence McKenrick was serving in the U.S. Army as a Captain in the 25th Infantry Division in Hawaii. McKenrick says he wanted to become a part of Lt. Gen. William Caldwell IV’s (Ret.) infantry battalion, but was unable to do so then. McKenrick’s service came full…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

AG: Kathleen man sentenced to 30 years for trafficking 13-year-old in Warner Robins

Attorney General Chris Carr says Noe Borromeo Hernandez purchased the child for sex and will be deported after serving his prison term.
Tucker Sargent,

Noe Hernandez (Photo: Houston County Sheriff’s Office)ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) – A Kathleen man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to trafficking a 13-year-old girl in Houston County, according to Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr. Carr announced Thursday that 43-year-old Noe Borromeo Hernandez, a Mexican national, admitted to purchasing the child for sex as part of his…

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Featured, Local News, Peach County

Fort Valley mayor: Community rallying to help victims of College Square fire

Mayor Jeffery Lundy says the city is working with local groups to provide shelter, food, clothing, and medication assistance for those affected.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

College Square Park Apartments Fire (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield) FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Nineteen lives were changed in an instant Wednesday morning when flames rose from the College Square Apartment’s in Fort Valley. Mayor Jeffery Lundy says organizations like the American Red Cross, The management of College Square, and local churches have stepped up to give the victims shelter, food…
Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Friday classes to proceed as scheduled in Baldwin County; boil water advisory in effect for Milledgeville

The Baldwin County School District says all schools will operate on a normal schedule Friday, August 15, following Thursday’s early dismissal caused by a water main break.
41NBC Web Producer, Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE: The Baldwin County School District says all schools will operate on a normal schedule Friday, August 15, following Thursday’s early dismissal caused by a water main break. Water fountains will be unavailable, but bottled water will be provided. Boxed meals will be served for breakfast and lunch. The district said it will share information soon about rescheduling after-school activities….

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Two injured after tractor trailer hits Monroe County fire truck on I-75

The crash happened while crews were responding to a separate tractor trailer fire on I-75 near Johnstonville Road.
Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Monroe County Emergency ServicesUPDATE: According to the Forsyth Fire Department, injuries to both drivers were not life threatening. MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people are in the hospital after a tractor trailer crashed into a Monroe County fire engine Thursday morning while crews were responding to another tractor trailer fire. According to a Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Emergency…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Open Streets Macon 2025 looking for 100 volunteers for upcoming program

Open Streets Macon is back and ready to transform Macon's streets into a car-free public space for walking, biking and play.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Open Streets Macon is back and ready to transform Macon’s streets into a car-free public space for walking, biking and play. This part of its 10th-anniversary celebration, and to help make this year’s Open Streets a success, Bike Walk Macon is calling on about 100 people to volunteer. Bike Walk Macon is inviting the community to…