Why 10 convoys of police fanned out in Columbus for connection – and fun
Ten convoys of law enforcement officers, city leaders and first responders fanned out across Columbus on Tuesday during this year’s National Night Out to connect and build stronger relationships with residents — and just have some fun. “National Night Out is a night that the citizens and the police department come toge
Muscogee County schools placed on lockdown over safety concern
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Two Muscogee County School District schools were placed on lockdown Wednesday before receiving the all clear and resuming normal operations, the district said. The lockdowns affected Richards Middle School and Clubview Elementary School on the third day of the school year. The district cited a “s
Fallen tree sparks brush fire in Lee County
A fallen tree caused a small brush fire Tuesday afternoon after it came down on electrical power lines in Lee County. According to the Salem Volunteer Fire Department, crews were dispatched at 2:02 p.m. to the 2700 block of Lee Road 254 after receiving reports of a fire. When firefighters...
Minnie’s bench complaint sparks Columbus to consider amendment to city ordinance
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A bench placed in front of a Columbus Historic District restaurant has created a social media buzz that has reached the mayor’s office. What happens when someone complains to the city about a bench placed on a sidewalk in front of the business in apparent violation of city code? Minnie’s Uptown [
Spring Harbor retirement community in Columbus is being sold. What to know about new...
Spring Harbor at Green Island retirement community in Columbus is on track to be sold to a new owner by the end of this year. Opening in 2005, Spring Harbor has been owned through a sponsorship by Piedmont Columbus Regional . Piedmont Columbus Regional spokesman John “JT” Fellows confirmed to the Ledger-Enquirer the bu
Local law enforcement and public safety officials gather for National Night Out
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Tuesday night was special for local first responders and the neighborhoods they serve as National Night Out took place across Columbus. Downtown and Historic District residents are prepared to feed and thank those that serve the community as they waited for the caravan of public safety vehicles t
City of Auburn and Columbus hosting National Night Out
The City of Auburn and Columbus will be hosting opportunities for residents to connect with local law enforcement.
Former Columbus Police Employee Charged With Impersonating Officer During Alabama Traffic Stop
SMITHS STATION, Ala. – A former Columbus Police Department employee has been charged with impersonating a peace officer after allegedly using an…
Columbus city employees risk falling behind market pay again, consultant warns
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Columbus city leaders heard a warning on Tuesday, July 28: employee pay is at risk of falling behind again, just a few years after a major salary overhaul. At the city council meeting, outside consultant Mark Holcombe of Evergreen Solutions presented the findings of the latest...
Phenix City woman arrested in Lee County for impersonating a police officer
LEE COUNTY, Ala. (WAKA) – A Phenix City woman has been arrested in Lee County for impersonating a police officer. Investigators say on July 31, a deputy pulled over a woman in the 200 block of Lee Road 600 in Smiths Station for an expired tag. When the deputy...

















