WMGT-TV (Macon, GA)

WMGT-TV has been an NBC affiliate since it first went on air as WCWB-TV on September 30, 1968. It was the second commercial station to launch in the Middle Georgia area, going up against a local CBS affiliate that had started in 1953. It wasn't until 1982 that Macon welcomed a full ABC affiliate. The station was established by Charles Woods, a broadcaster from Dothan, Alabama. In 1974, it was sold to a local organization named Bibb Television, Inc. In 1978, Morris took over the station, marking their entry into the broadcasting industry. The station's studios are situated at the transmitter site, which is located 15 miles east of Macon along what is known locally as the "Cochran Short Route" (US-129).

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GHSA State Boys & Girls Soccer Championship First Round

21 hours ago | 41nbc.com | Justin Dierkes

Here are scores from the opening rounds of the GHSA State Boys and Girls Soccer Championships in middle Georgia Wednesday MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – Here is a list of scores from the opening rounds of the GHSA State Boys and Girls Soccer Championships in middle Georgia Wednesday: Class AAAAA Girls: Loganville 6, Veterans 0 Class AAAA Girls: Druid Hills 5, Perry 2 Class AAAAA Boys: Veterans 4, Loganville 0 – Warhawks advance to the sweet sixteen to host Glynn Academy of Alexander...
GHSA State Baseball Championship Opening Round Scores

21 hours ago | 41nbc.com | Justin Dierkes

Here are scores from the opening round of the GHSA State Baseball Championship in middle Georgia Wednesday MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – Here is a list of scores from the opening round of the GHSA State Baseball Championship in middle Georgia Wednesday:Class AAAAA:Houston County wins 6-0, 11-0 over Apalachee. Bears will host Brunswick/Villa Rica Tuesday. Loganville 7, Veterans 2 – Game One; Check back for an update on Game Two.
ACE's Josh McLendon Departs After Successful Gryphon's Tenure - 41NBC News

21 hours ago | 41nbc.com | Justin Dierkes

McLendon is leaving the academy for another opportunity MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – ACE Athletic Director and head coach Josh McLendon, one of the original leaders of the Gryphons athletic program, has announced his departure from the Academy for a new opportunity. McClendon has served as the head coach of both the baseball and softball programs, guiding each to consistent playoff appearances throughout his tenure.
Perry Falls in Opening Round of GHSA Soccer State Championship

21 hours ago | 41nbc.com | Justin Dierkes

Both the Perry Panthers Boys and Girls Soccer Teams Lost on Wednesday Night at Home to End their Season PERRY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At Herb St. John Stadium, it was the opening round of the GHSA Soccer State Championships on Wednesday night. The 12-6 Lady Panthers lost to the 12-5 Druid Hills Lady Devils 5-2 to end their region championship winning season.
Houston County Advances to the Second Round of the GHSA State Baseball Championship

21 hours ago | 41nbc.com | Justin Dierkes

The Houston County Bears are moving on to the Sweet Sixteen after a sweep of Apalachee in the first round WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The opening round of the GHSA State Baseball Championship got underway Wednesday. At The Garden, the 27-5 Houston County Bears swept the 8-20 Apalachee Wildcats to advance to the sweet sixteen. The Bears won game one 6-0 behind a two-run home run from Kendall Jackson.
Houston County Advances in GHSA Girls State Soccer Championship

1 day ago | 41nbc.com | Justin Dierkes

The 15-3 Lady Bears Advance to the Second Round of the GHSA Girls State Soccer Championship after a 2-0 Victory WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – After a 15-3 record during the regular season, the Houston County Lady Bears prepared for to host their First Round matchup in the GHSA Girls State Soccer Championship Tuesday night at Freedom Field against the 5-8 Clarke Central Lady Gladiators.
GHSA Girls Soccer First Round Playoff Scores (Tuesday, April 22)

1 day ago | 41nbc.com | Justin Dierkes

Here are the scores from the first round of the GHSA Girls State Soccer Championship MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are scores from Tuesday night’s GHSA Girls State Soccer Championship First Round: Class AAAAA: Clarke Central 0, Houston County 2 Class AAAA: Northview 6, Warner Robins 1 Jones County 1, Walnut Grove 8 Class A D-II: Macon County 0, GMC Prep 10 Hawkinsville 3, Chattahoochee County 2 – (3-0 Shootout Victory for the Red Devils) Southwest Georgia STEM 0, Dooly County 1...
UPDATE: Man who ran from traffic stop on I-16 now in custody

2 days ago | 41nbc.com | Tucker Sargent

Twiggs Academy canceled recess and tightened security during the search. UPDATE (4/22/25 – 8:45 p.m.): The man who ran from a traffic stop on I-16 Tuesday is now in custody, according to an update Tuesday night from the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office. “The subject has been CAPTURED, thank you to everyone who called in,” the update stated. Deputies have not identified the man.
Search continues for suspect who fled during I-16 traffic stop in Twiggs County

2 days ago | 41nbc.com | Tucker Sargent

The man fled toward Hamlin Floyd Road after a traffic stop. Twiggs Academy canceled recess and tightened security during the search. JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A manhunt in Twiggs County led to a school lockdown Tuesday after a man fled on foot during a traffic stop on Interstate 16, according to the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office. Just before 12:30 p.m., deputies attempted a traffic stop on I-16.
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores April 14-18

2 days ago | 41nbc.com | Tucker Sargent

This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week’s Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, April 14 and Friday, April 18.