Driver access to parts of a Columbus shopping center will be tougher this week
Driver access to parts of a Columbus shopping center will be restricted this week. The turn lanes into the Chick-fil-A at 5520 Whittlesey Blvd. and the Smokey Bones at 5555 Whittlesey Blvd. in Columbus Park Crossing are scheduled to be closed June 1-4 to allow crews to complete irrigation repairs in the area, according
Pinnacle plans to expand Columbus office and add jobs after merger with Synovus
In an interview last month with the Ledger-Enquirer, Kevin Blair, CEO of Nashville-based Pinnacle Financial Partners , reaffirmed the company’s commitment to continue growth and investment in the Chattahoochee Valley since its merger with Columbus-based Synovus . “I want the community to know, just as we promised, we’r
1 hurt in overnight Columbus shooting
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Columbus police are investigating an overnight shooting that left one person injured. Authorities confirmed it happened in the 5200 block of Hamilton Road. Police say no suspects are in custody and details regarding the victim’s condition have not yet been released.
Paws Humane brings 8th Annual Barks and Blues Music Festival to Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The community of Columbus enjoyed a time of barks and blues Saturday afternoon at the Paws Humane Society’s 8th Annual Barks and Blues Music Festival. Several gathered at Woodruff Park with their furry four-legged friends to enjoy a variety of vendors, food trucks and live music played from alter
Cold front to bring drier weather, humidity levels to drop
After a day of storms, the region is expecting more storms on Monday, followed by a cold front bringing drier weather and cooler temperatures for the rest of the week.
Storms for Sunday but drier and warmer by Monday
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Another round of showers and thunderstorms is in the forecast for Sunday thanks to a stationary front that continues to linger. The best chance will be in the afternoon and evening, heavy rain will be possible if you are able to get under one of these storms. High temperatures today will […]
Sunday Conversation with Oz Roberts
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Columbus native Oz Roberts recently retired from a lengthy career working for supplemental insurer Aflac. But there was nothing ordinary about Roberts’ career with his hometown company. As a corporate photographer and event planner, he traveled the world with Aflac CEO Dan Amos and other executiv
Muscogee County School District JROTC kicks off 2026 Cadet Leadership Challenge
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Muscogee County School District JROTC Division started the 2026 JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge on Saturday. The leadership camp will run through June 5 at Columbus State University’s Courtyard I facilities. The challenge provides leadership development for cadets from 19 JROTC and USMC JROT
Gators On The Prowl As DNR Tells Central Georgia To Get GatorWise
With temperatures climbing and lake days kicking into high gear, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is warning Central Georgians to "stay GatorWise" as alligator sightings tick up with the warmer weather. Wildlife biologists say gators are popping up more often on banks and in local waterways, raising the odds
Midday Interview: 6th annual Great VW Gimmick Rally
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Matthew Dillon, founder of Great VW Gimmick Rally joined WRBL to discuss the upcoming 6th annual rally event. Dillion organized this event in honor of his step father, who Dillion said was like a dad to him. The rally is Dillion’s way to remember his father figure, and showcase what he was […]

















