Midday Interview: Red flags to spot phone scams
Cpl. Kristi Gross, speaking on behalf of Sgt. Jane Edenfield, said scammers often use pressure and fear to manipulate victims. She encouraged residents to take simple steps to protect themselves.
Why Columbus Mayor Skip Henderson paused the search for a new city manager
Columbus Mayor Skip Henderson announced during Tuesday night’s Columbus Council meeting the search for the next city manager will be paused for three to six months. The search for a new city manager began in March in anticipation of former city manager Isaiah Hugley’s retirement at the end of 2025. The search didn’t...
GBI report clears up cause of death in Columbus case
New details show the Columbus woman’s death was ruled natural causes, overturning earlier reports of a mauling.
Want to name a restaurant? Columbus owner seeks your help after cease-and-desist order
A Columbus barbecue restaurant is looking to change its name. And the owner is asking for the community’s help. Scott Marshall, owner of Moonswiners BBQ , 547 Veterans Parkway , announced on Facebook his restaurant has received a cease-and-desist order. The order came from a restaurant named Moonswiners Bar-B-Q in...
Russell County woman dies from injuries in dirt bike’s collision with car
A Russell County woman was killed Monday while riding a dirt bike that collided with a car. Amy Rose, 42, died from the injuries she sustained in the crash on Tarver Road in Seale, according to Russell County Coroner Arthur Sumbry Jr. Rose was a passenger on the back of the motorcycle her husband was driving around...
Seeking Wedding Photographer for December Courthouse Ceremony
A couple is planning a courthouse wedding in December, tentatively set for the 19th, and they are in need of a photographer to capture their special day. They took to social media to seek recommendations for professional photographers who could potentially fulfill their needs.
Bob 530 Weather update
Highs from Wednesday through Saturday are expected to come close to, or potentially tie, existing daytime records. Additional rain chances return this weekend and again early next week as two significant storm systems move through.
Near-Record Warmth Ahead: Weekend Front to Bring Rainfall
Near-Record Warmth Ahead: Weekend Front to Bring Rainfall
Meteorologist Kaylee Barbee visits Clubview 2nd grade
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL)- Today Meteorologist Kaylee Barbee spent some time with students at Clubview Elementary School in Columbus, Ga. She spoke to 2nd-grade students about what a meteorologist does every day. They also dove into the forecasting basics. By the end of the visit, the students had learned about cold...
Deputy vehicle struck during garbage truck fire response on Highway 280
SMITHS STATION, Ala. (WTVM) - A Lee County sheriff’s deputy and another driver escaped serious injury Wednesday when a vehicle struck the rear of a patrol car during traffic control operations on US Highway 280. The collision occurred near the intersection of Lee Road 456 where deputies were directing...
