Good morning, Warner Robins.

Central Georgia food banks are bracing for a surge in new clients as the government shutdown continues—families who have not needed help before now seek food assistance with rising demand expected in the coming days.

Kids at the Georgia National Fair are riding sheep as part of mutton busting—an event organized by Brice Wilson and the Wool Riders Association—where they wear helmets and try to stay mounted for six seconds; over 600 children participated last year.

Houston County High School FFA students have been preparing for months to showcase their animals at the Georgia National Fair today at the Agricenter.

Students work in the barn on weekdays and arrive before 8 a.m.—their consistent efforts teach responsibility and leadership.

Warner Robins city leaders announced that they will invest $3 million from the 2026 budget to upgrade local parks.

The first project will be at Simpson and Peavy Park with new ball fields, upgraded restrooms, covered pavilions and modern sports lighting — work there is expected to start by summer.

A Senate vote failed Friday to reopen the government—forcing closures at the local Museum of Aviation and unpaid work at Robins Air Force Base—and the shutdown has led to delays at the National Park Service with more disruptions possible until lawmakers agree on funding.

Emory’s CEO discussed a $150 million recovery plan to upgrade Warner Robins and Perry hospitals—he said the plan will soon begin to restore essential health services.

Bryson and Brayden Vincent are back in ACE’s football backfield, racking up 839 yards and 14 touchdowns so far this season.

After Bryson returned from a season-ending injury last year, the brothers now share snaps on the field — their teamwork and contrast in speed boost the Gryphons’ play.

High school football is underway during Week 8 of Football Friday Night as teams in Central Georgia report scores such as Warner Robins Benedictine’s 19 to 0 win and Jasper County’s 21 to 18 edge over McNair.

Fans can follow live updates on the 13WMAZ+ app while key games like Stratford versus FPD and Northside versus Houston County add to the competitive season.

Week 8 of Football Friday Night showed Bleckley County edge Northeast 14-13 with a crucial late touchdown by Deondrez Robertson—Houston County reached 7-0 after a 48-0 win over Northside, and junior running backs for Dublin and Mary Persons made key plays in their tight games.

2025 Warner Robins Police Department Glow Run

8-10 p.m. — Freedom Field — Registration Fee Applies — Participate in a vibrant glow run with family-friendly fun and community spirit.

VMware vSphere 8.0 Skill Up Training

All day — Health Tech of Georgia — $2400 for a 5-day training — Enhance your VMware skills with hands-on expert instruction.

Heroes for Happy Hour 5K and Fun Run

12-4 p.m. — Happy Hour Service Center Workshop Parking Lot — registration fees applicable — Race through the finish line in superhero gear while supporting a great cause for developmental disabilities.